PS5SX2 brings 8x upscaling and up to 6x frame generation to PS5
Developer Sword has shared a new presentation of PS5SX2, a PlayStation 2 emulator designed for jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles. The project's latest update introduces frame generation capabilities that can effectively double the displayed frame rate on compatible displays.
Upscaling and Frame Generation Capabilities
PS5SX2 utilizes PCSX2's CPU recompilers running natively on the PlayStation 5 processor, with graphics handled via a modified Vulkan driver from Mihawk-99. This approach ensures emulation occurs entirely on the console hardware rather than through streaming. The emulator supports rendering at up to 6x the original resolution, with 4K output and FSR filtering. Notably, on PS5 Pro, the developer claims support for up to 8x upscaling.
The frame generation feature allows 60 FPS games to be displayed at 120 FPS on 120 Hz televisions, while 30 FPS titles can reach a 60 FPS output. It is important to note that this technology increases the visual smoothness of the output rather than increasing the actual processing speed of the game engine itself.
Key Features and Compatibility
Beyond graphical enhancements, the emulator includes several significant updates:
- RetroAchievements: integration of achievements styled after PlayStation trophies.
- HD Texture Packs: one-click support for high-definition texture packs for approximately 340 games.
- Online Multiplayer: emulated PS2 network adapter functionality using the console's internet connection.
- Four-Player Support: Multitap emulation allowing up to four players using signed-in controllers.
- Quality of Life: support for save states, virtual memory cards up to 64 MB, and a smartphone-based configuration via QR code.
While development is primarily focused on PS5 Pro, the project is also compatible with standard PS5 and PS5 Slim models. Users require a jailbroken console and a separately supplied PlayStation 2 BIOS to run the emulator.
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