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Gran Turismo 6 screenshot (IGDB)

RPCS3 makes 80% of the PlayStation 3 library playable on PC

The open-source PlayStation 3 emulator has crossed the 80% compatibility threshold after new accuracy updates to its CPU, GPU, and PS Move code.
Rob 23 Oct 2026
Featured image for: RPCS3's Summer 2026 update fixes God of War III and Twisted Metal

RPCS3's Summer 2026 update fixes God of War III and Twisted Metal

The latest progress report for the open-source PlayStation 3 emulator brings major performance uplifts, ARM64 optimizations, and ATI TeraScale GPU support.
Rob 24 Sep 2026
RPCS3 now plays PS3 discs directly on Mac and Linux

RPCS3 now plays PS3 discs directly on Mac and Linux

The PlayStation 3 emulator has officially expanded its direct disc playback feature to Linux, macOS, and FreeBSD.
Rob 08 Sep 2026
Three different models of the PlayStation 3 console standing upright

RPCS3 now syncs your PlayStation 3 trophies online

The open-source PS3 emulator just added full online trophy support through its custom RPCN network.
Rob 25 Aug 2026
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 preview showing MGS4 and Peace Walker

Konami shows off MGS4 and Peace Walker in the new Master Collection preview

Dengeki Online posted 14 minutes of gameplay from the upcoming compilation, giving us a look at the long-awaited PS3 escape.
Rob 21 Aug 2026
Screenshot demonstrating in-game trophy sorting options in the RPCS3 PlayStation 3 emulator overlay menu

RPCS3 adds in-game trophy sorting to its PlayStation 3 emulator

The open-source PS3 emulator now lets you press Triangle to organize your achievements by grade, date earned, or completion status.
Rob 15 Aug 2026
Photo from @rpcs3's tweet

RPCS3 updates its shader interpreter to stop visual stuttering

Lead graphics developer kd-11 has upgraded RPCS3's shader interpreter, reducing visual artifacts while the emulator compiles shaders in the background.
Rob 12 Aug 2026

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