3️⃣MASSIVE Playstation 3 Emulation | RPCS3 - 50 Games Tested ASUS ROG Ally - Setup | Tips | Gameplay

[@RPCS3_emu]

Great video, thank you for the coverage. Just some notes on settings as some of them aren't correct: Gran Turismo 5: (19:32) Doesn't require Write Color Buffers and will run faster with it off. Changing Zcull Accuracy won't matter either as you already disabled Zcull occlusion queries on the debug settings. We also recommend not updating the game to 2.00 or later because it makes the game run a bit slower. If you want faster performance you can set the "default resolution" to 1920x1080 and use strict rendering mode. It wont use as much anti-aliasing and will run faster than 1280x720 while looking better. Tales of Xillia: (36:32) The game does actually require a specific setting, it needs the framelimiter set to "PS3 Native", if its not set the game-speed will run incorrectly (fast/slow motion), which can be seen in your footage. LittleBigPlanet Karting: (26:26) We don't recommend using "Force GPU Texture Scaling" (actually shouldn't be used on any game as it doesn't improve performance, and can break graphics in some cases this is why we hid the setting to the debug tab.

[@retrotechdad]

Wow, I'm very honored to have the RPCS3 team comment on one of my videos! Thank you so much for all of your work - RPCS3 is truly amazing. 🤗🤗 Thank you for sharing the corrections on the settings. I actually pinned the Tales of Xillia correction after the fact and reserved that space for this exact purpose. 🙏 I will update and add the notes for LittleBigPlanet Karting and GT5. Would it possible to share this video to the RPCS3 sub-reddit? Thank you again!

[@RPCS3_emu]

@@retrotechdad The subreddit is currently locked due to the Reddit blackout, once its public we can post it.

[@MrCANER06]

Where can I find the ideal settings for each individual PS3 game ? On RPCS3 Wiki ?

[@MrGamelover23]

​@@RPCS3_emuIt would be really cool if, instead of having to check the wiki for the right settings for every game, the emulator automatically applied the correct settings profile to each game. Is there any reason why that wouldn't work?

[@nopopolasturber]

​@@MrGamelover23 these game-specific options are undesirable most of the time - shortcuts to account for deficiencies. As the development progresses and emulator is improved, the options become unnecessary and even harmful. Imagine the effort required to keep compatibility database up-to-date with every single emulator release

[@michaelong2241]

This is one of the most useful videos I've found for the ROG Ally. Great job you deserve it!

[@AdorableSharky]

This is half of why I want the Ally I must be honest! Thank you for showing so many games this is super handy!

[@retrotechdad]

Same here! I was really looking forward to PS3 on the Ally. 💗

[@SupremeJarJar]

​@@retrotechdadI don't wanna risk the ally with the sd card issue and other issues reported as well

[@Erks89]

i upgraded the ssd to 1 tb and i have not had any issues. I have over 30 games on there and still so much space. I sold my steam deck as i was not playing it as much anymore. The ally is great@@SupremeJarJar

[@Dimez757]

@@SupremeJarJarnewer models don’t have the SD card issue.

[@Brandon2940]

​@@Dimez757 Are there any specific model numbers that don't have the issue?

[@erionmema1]

this is incredible, to have a PS3 emu running on a handheld PC, its a dream come true. keep up the good work

[@SupaaManix]

Congratulation man, your videos is the most comprehensive and complete one covering PS3 emulation on Rog Ally and in general in my opinion. I can just aplaude your effort.

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you for that, I really appreciate it! 🙏

[@saxoman1]

This is a SUPER video done with tremendous effort, and i thank you for your efforts as an Ally owner (one who spent 5 whole days trying to get this working before i got it haha). Liked and subbed!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much! 🙏🙏 I wish I could've had it out sooner, it took a lot longer to get this all together than I thought, whew! 😅

[@torerikarntzen2653]

You got yourself a new subscriber here! I stumbled upon you while searching for videos covering RPCS3 running on the ROG Ally, and your amazingly well curated list of games /exclusives and the necessary parameters to get them working optimally, is truly fantastic! 🙂 I've already gone through the Xenia / Xbox 360 video you did, and likewise it was amazing! Thank you for all this hard work you're injecting into these projects! Looking forward to any future videos showing up on this wonderful channel! Much love & much respect! 🙂

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much for your kind words, it really means a lot to me! Definitely check out my RPCS3 vs Xenia Canary video I just dropped recently! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnameZukmdyIZqc

[@grzegorz__]

I just have Ayaneo 1S Geek and I'm diving into the world of RPCS3. This video is fantastic. I can instantly filter out the titles that use too much TDP :) (and do not waste time on endless gigabyte amounts copying, patching etc. :) ). Thanks!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you for your kind words and I'm really glad the video is helpful! BTW, I did a video on Xenia Canary (Xbox 360) as well as a RPCS3 vs Xenia Canary video that will definitely be useful for the 1S Geek.

[@wellingtonmoreno3592]

your video was of an intense rarity, very difficult to see people test RPCS3 on handheld consoles. 🤩👌

[@KyleRuggles]

YES! I was thinking the same thing, I don't own one but I'm sure people who do, will really appreciate this video! Thanks Rob!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you, I appreciate that! 💗

[@retrotechdad]

Thanks Kyle 🙏

[@dariopalacios6100]

@@retrotechdad I have de Asus Rog Ally but I haven't been able to get that FPS % in the video game God of war 3 specifically l've already tried many different configuration but nothing, can you please show us your best configuration for this game, I don't mine if I have to pay for it, I'm frustrated. Thanks In advance I love your videos

[@retrotechdad]

I have the God of War 3 settings that I used pinned in my review video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iInaqa1sq7x6ntU Let me know how it works for you! God of War 3 is definitely one of the hardest games to emulate with RPCS3. 🙏

[@Jrock3891]

This video was very well done and I now have ps3 working on my ROG ALLY , thanks so much

[@Alex_Power]

An amazingly comprehensive review, there must have been a lot of preparation and research required for this video, thank you

[@UltraAGame]

Holy shit, amazing work man! Great Video on the ROG Ally and PS3 Emulation in general! Appreciate it!

[@retrotechdad]

Haha, thank you! That means a lot to me! 🙏

[@RGGeek]

What a great video... Especially liked how you mentioned which games were exclusives. Keep up the good work!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much! 🙏🙏 I always love using the showcase videos as a way to throw in a little history/info with the games. 💗

[@sergiodetter1417]

this is some serious work, glad i found this channel, cheers from argentina

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much for being a long-time supporter! 💗

[@VuqarStyle]

This is like a dream. Only flaw of those handhelds is battery life.

[@cmilton32]

Nice and very clean video… I needed help with infamous 2 and this came in handy… looking forward to the next on… I’m loving emulating retro game systems on my ALLY and this was a great video… thank you

[@retrotechdad]

That's awesome! I'm really glad it was helpful and already working on the next one. 🔥💪

[@dangriffiths1372]

Amazing video. What an effort to go through all these games and make a video. Big thank you from me

[@retrotechdad]

Your comment means a lot to me, I really appreciate it! 🙏

[@garcia6248]

thank you for showing us what settings to change for each ps3 game

[@retrotechdad]

Absolutely! I hope it helps 🙏

[@rodrigofrancis5598]

Fight Night Champion. Esse que vou jogar no Ally. Parabéns pelo vídeo.

[@retrotechdad]

🔥🔥🙏

[@danilowinckler8353]

Great video. I was wating to see a video like this. Amazing. Cant wait to see more videos like this. How about xbox and 360 to next one?

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it! 360 is very close to done. 🤫🔥

[@adrianct5585]

I will get me an ally for myself in Christmas most likely. I'm excited.

[@alexanderadams259]

I got my ally just for this so thanks for the help 🙏 🙌 keep up the good work from gamer dad 2 another 👍

[@retrotechdad]

I love hearing that, I'm glad it was helpful! 🙏

[@tonysaurabhroy]

You are using ryzen 5600x processor and a Rx 6400 GPU and have posted a video about Rog ally, amazing, simply amazing

[@retrotechdad]

Yea, I recorded the tutorial portion on my desktop. 😅

[@johnnysnags9101]

Fantastic video, so so so many videos of gameplay with no explanations. You are a godsend sir. Thank you and subbed, well deserved!!!!

[@retrotechdad]

Wow, thank you for that. I really appreciate the sub! 💗

[@johnnysnags9101]

Thanks for that, how about last of us in next video?

[@maurosc3ner]

This is a real review, comprehensive, congrats

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you, much appreciated! 🤗

[@shugazi1]

I was looking for uncharted ps3 footage on Ally before I get the emulator but I found a way better video in the end! TY

[@ryanpersuadful]

Thanks for informative video, and appreciate the setting per game... very helpful... thanks

[@retrotechdad]

I'm glad it was helpful! 🙏

[@alexgee365]

This was really helpful thanks!

[@retrotechdad]

Really happy to hear it was helpful! 🤗

[@GamePlay_7860]

Thanks this is a great video - i hope you make more of these as more games become playable

[@GotMoreCakes]

It's kinda nuts Folklore never had a re-release. Great video btw, very helpful.

[@retrotechdad]

I think it's one that will remain ignored. 😭 Thank you, I really appreciate it and I'm glad that it was helpful! 🙏

[@flb1]

Thx for your great work, i always enjoy your content. These settings helped me alot setting up the Legion Go who has the same chipset.

[@allandickson8576]

18 mins in Genji - real ancient battle with giant enemy crabs lol - what were sony thinking saying that lol... subscribed just for that bit lol

[@VodKaSlam]

You are a life saver man, incredible work!!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@ryangalvatron4451]

It's interesting what you said about Ratchet and clank. When I play it for PS2 on the Retroid 3+ the PAL version will go from 50 to 25 fps on its own but the gameplay remains smooth.

[@AppNasty]

I love playing EX Troopers on the 3DS. Lost Planet 2…..there’s nothing like it. Playing it on ROG would be epic.

[@WRLD.7]

I save this link of video to my favorietes. Thanks for the guide

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much, I'm glad that it was helpful! 🙏

[@gamers-generation]

Amazing work, thank you! +1 for GIANT ENEMY CRAB!

[@retrotechdad]

Haha, we must never forget! Thank you so much, I appreciate it! 🙏🙏

[@gamermovil_com]

Amazing vid, however on hand I understand that some games that weren't exclusive aren't here, but on the other hand games like Captain America, Green Lantern or Thor, this games were exclusive to ps3 in terms modern platforms exclusivity (xbox 360/windows/ps3), and only had releases on old consoles and/or portables, which don't really compare.

[@retrotechdad]

I've actually got an upcoming video that's going to be looking at multi-platform exclusives (didn't get released on PC but on 360/PS3).

[@momomomomomomomomoto]

Amazing video thanks for the effort! I hope I can get an ally soon it looks like a solid ps3 handheld machine

[@retrotechdad]

Yea, the Z1 Extreme is a step forward for PS3 emulation because of its support for AVX 512 instructions. We're getting really close on some of the heavier games!

[@TheJustinboodram]

Awesome Work! 🙌🏽

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you, I really appreciate it! 🙏🤗

[@stresistencia]

Very good catalog of games thanks for the video

[@Horrorheadaz]

Fantastic video man would love more rpcs3 vids from you with settings for third party multi console games on ps3

[@retrotechdad]

Definitely not done yet! 🙏

[@mmert138]

I really apreciate this video, man. You are awesome.

[@chrisleaf]

Never got to own a PS3, thanks 💙

[@retrotechdad]

There's definitely some gems on that are stuck on the console!

[@KyleRuggles]

Oh this is a GREAT video, I don't own one but if I did I'd be so happy about this video, still gonna watch. ^_^

[@retrotechdad]

Aww man, I appreciate it. 🤗

[@kevinscully6339]

Awesome video just got my ally and excited to play mlb the show

[@alexkid6027]

Massive as you are!

[@retrotechdad]

🤗🤗🤗

[@Wloem]

Great video! It's quite depressing that there's still no way to play/own God of War Ascension, Twisted Metal and MGS4 on anything other than original hardware. PS Plus Premium is a ripoff. I just want to buy those games for modern systems.

[@retrotechdad]

This is why RPCS3 is so important for just preservation alone. It's even worse when it comes to all of the digital only releases. 🙏

[@Wloem]

@@retrotechdad 100 Percent. Just think about the Pac Man DLC for Hot Shots Golf that was Japan exclusive and is not available any more or how long we had to wait for a physical version of Scott Pilgrim.

[@gjwestonable]

Great video. Such a shame the Ally cant use a 3rd party external GPU it would have replaced my Steam Deck and Gaming PC.

[@retrotechdad]

Agreed, not a fan of anything proprietary! The XG Mobile eGPUs are so damn expensive.

[@_SYDGAMING_]

Thank you bro. I was stuck on trying to get the gyro to work for super rub a dub

[@retrotechdad]

You're very welcome! I'm glad it was helpful. 🤗

[@_SYDGAMING_]

@@retrotechdad yeah was very helpful. I was stuck trying to get it to work for 3 days until I caved and decided to look it up. I'm surprised how well the gyro works

[@wopino]

Really dope video, thanks for doing this!

[@retrotechdad]

Absolutely, thank you for watching! 🙏

[@wopino]

@@retrotechdad for sure! Your vids are top notch

[@NerddeGravata]

such amazing work@ cheers from Brazil

[@retrotechdad]

Obrigado! 🙏💗

[@cppctek]

Yoooo thanks soooooo much for this ! Def subbed for this ! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you for the sub, it's really appreciated! 🙏🙏

[@cppctek]

@@retrotechdadI’m getting some odd artifacting or something in triangular shapes towards the top down some scenes and Menue’s on gt5. Any advice ?

[@beihe665]

Thank you for the video and the tutorial. Can you add Armored Core Series to your showcase?

[@retrotechdad]

I do have plans to include that in a future showcase 😉🙏

[@prestonfields6695]

Awesome video Sir! Thank you!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you, I really appreciate it! 🙏

[@retrohandhelds]

Love u Dad, fantastic showcase! Stubbie

[@retrotechdad]

Likewise man! 🤗

[@udance4ever]

nice curation job! i plucked off a handful & really impressed w the ps3 version of Hot Shots! (i so didnt like the psp version) Motorstorm Apocalypse is a nice twist on the genre. I couldn't get Short Peace to boot - it compiles all the PPUs & freezes when it goes black & in the corner in grey when it says its compiling PPUs (i assume shader related ones?) i tried rpcs3 in Batocera Linux and booted into Windows w the latest & greatest build & no dice - they both get stuck in the same spot.

[@Asfanboy1]

Very useful thanks Dad

[@retrotechdad]

I'm glad it was helpful! 🙏

[@nathansell2777]

What a great video. Hopefully you'll do one similar for Wii, wii u and switch

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! 🙏 I always get so nervous with it, especially for Switch. 😟😟 I've done a few in the past for other handhelds/platforms but you never know with Nintendo. 😭

[@bennymeyz3306]

So much good info! Subbed.

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you for the sub, that really means a lot to me! 🤗💗

[@ryulanda9399]

Amazing video, subbed.

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! 🙏

[@jotunros]

Great showcase. I own a physical copy of Gundam ExVs but I would love to play it on a handheld. I was wondering how this runs on the ally cause I've seen videos of it on steam deck and it wasn't running smoothly enough. Good to know that this handles it at 15w. Would you consider doing short showcases of Gundam Unicorn or Gundam Breaker 1 & 2 ? These 3 are all JP exclusives. I'm thinking of taking the plunge and getting an ally to play these gundam games on a handheld.

[@YelNatSttocS]

Great and informative. Thank you

[@Dan-gw3cu]

We are close but not yet there, hope next handhelds gets us the perfect ps3 emu.

[@press.start.button7483]

The games here were all Hidden Gems! Loved it 😊

[@retrotechdad]

Lots of them on PS3 for sure! 🔥🔥

[@JamesTechJackin]

THANK YOU for this!! Def earned a sub. I appreciate it. Do you have any recommendations for any of the EA Sports titles as far as settings and TDP go?

[@retrotechdad]

Thanks so much for the sub, much appreciated! 🙏 I haven't had a chance to look at some of the EA Sports games. NCAA Football 14 is definitely on my list including a few others, they will be in a specific upcoming video.

[@JamesTechJackin]

@@retrotechdad Thank you so much! You're content is dope. I got both NCAA 14 and NCAA Revamped working on my Ally (before it smoke checked my mSD card lol) and the AOKZOE A1 Pro. It runs pretty good, but I know there are a few settings that I could take it over the top. I have them up on my channel. Maybe we can collab one day in the future. Best of luck bruh!!!

[@rfsuperbebe3812]

thank you very inform,ative, highly recommended video for starters on emulation,

[@NativeQueen83]

Had my ROG for a couple weeks & been feeling very nostalgic & wanting to play Midnight Club, specifically Dub edition… How can I get this, is there a way? Thanks for the vids! They are amazing!

[@retrotechdad]

Yes, you can definitely get Midnight Club: Dub Edition going on your Ally. It was available on PSP and PS2. I recommend looking into the PCSX2 or PPSSPP emulator for PC. PPSSPP: www.ppsspp.org/ PCSX2: pcsx2.net/

[@LamontJohnson23]

Incredible effort.

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much! 💗🤗

[@qwerty6789x]

its mindblowing that ROG ally runs a PS3 game at 10W. imagine years back PS3 consumes a huge electricity bill and sounds like a jet engine

[@J0kerHecz]

Welp guess I know what I’m buying as my next handheld after the Anbernic RG556 (Android handheld) and it’ll be the ROG Ally X but sometime down the road…. or sooner cuz it’s about time I upgrade my PC lol.

[@antonio_carvalho]

Quality video!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you so much! Check out my other ROG Ally emulation videos if you haven't already! 🤗

[@ki11m3please325]

I know this is an old video. But I have a question. Do these settings that certain games like demon souls or mgs4 save to the game or to do need to set it for each time you run a different game? Thanks for the video!

[@ZEROhardmusic]

❤❤nice vid!

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you, I appreciate it! 🤗💗

[@RP123lolololol]

Best retro youtuber bro

[@JohnnyNewport]

50 games, holly cow! I could handle one before I gave up. 🥴

[@retrotechdad]

That's my biggest problem especially if one gives me trouble, I will keep working at it until I find a solution. 😅

[@JohnnyNewport]

@@retrotechdad haha, I wish I could do that. I give in to easy. It would be interesting if you tried Read Dead or Fight night champions. Those games are power hungry. I bet you can get them working lol

[@cho-v4n]

Awesome!

[@retrotechdad]

💗🤗

[@brawmedia]

Excellent video thankyou

[@retrotechdad]

Thank you, you're very welcome! 🙏

[@AbhinavT18]

Very nice video! Can you please make a video on setup guide for “Top Spin 4” on this Asus Rog Ally?

[@lte6983]

I’d recommend using Xenia for top spin 4. As simple as downloading iso and Xenia and just playing. No bios or firmware or file format to worry about. It also runs better and has more camera options

[@spunx44]

What an insanely helpful video. Thanks so much!

[@retrotechdad]

You're very welcome! I'm glad it was helpful 😁🤗

[@cydragon2.099]

so here's the thing I am between 3 Handheld gaming PCs... The Legion GO, Asus ROG ALLY X (the latest one), and The Steam deck. if I can afford it I'd prefer one that can eaisly handle inFamous 1 and 2 so I know it can handle any game I have, but the less expensive option but it wouldn't handle it is The Steam Deck

[@deadswordgamerz]

the cheapest option that will run both infamous game is rog ally z1 extreme no need to buy ally x if you want to save money steam deck is cheapest handheld but it doesnt run infamous games that good so the cheapest option for you will be rog ally

[@xeanort99]

Hey! Sorry for the disturb but, for playing Folklore, u can do it without sixaxis? I know than u mentioned it on the video, but my English audiction skills are... bad :( Sorry, if you could resolve my doubt writting, you make me an happy man ^^

[@Hazemann]

Why your video didn't have 60fps option ? So waste if your gameplay in 60fps but we only can see in 30fps

[@kreepyguy8489]

I can't get Remnant 2 running at a solid 30 fps on this beastly Ally system.

[@alipc9306]

great video, new subscriber. Ps3 games are working but how do you save your progress? my God of War not saving where I left off. Thanks

[@geremiamerzari8939]

Where did you download the games from?

[@monkeytrident]

@Retro Tech Dad I got a Question, once you make these individual settings will it save them to each game ?

[@maxwellquevedo3562]

Im having a bunch of trouble setting this thing up and adding games. Its complicated af

[@dragonball3166]

I still not sold on ally people on other videos say steam deck had same problems when it first released I’m still waiting see something surpass ally with same price or if asus fixes all there problems people say they are having

[@mehulshukla04]

Hi Thanks for an amazing video, it got me setup and working, I tried out Wipeout HD, did you notice that the device gets very hot or fans go into overdrive? I am wondering if this kind of emulation has any concerns in the long run on the health of the device. Thanks.

[@retrotechdad]

You're very welcome and I'm glad it was helpful! 🙏 What TDP are you using when playing Wipeout HD? Are you plugged in when playing? Turbo mode will get the device hot especially when plugged in since it's drawing a ton of power. I'd recommend to set your custom profiles for power or just use the 15w preset which should be good enough for Wipeout HD and is the one I used in my gameplay footage. It will stutter initially because of shader compilation but that's normal.

[@mehulshukla04]

@@retrotechdad Thank you! Yeah I was in Turbo mode, I assumed that might make the shader compilation faster. Also today I did some of the optimisation like the windows memory one and the vram allocation, that has seemed to help the device a lot at 15w. I was having a lot of trouble running street fighter 6 even at 720p low but those optimisations for now seemed to have helped. Amazing, thank you so much for your hard work and getting back to me. Subscribed!

[@paperclip9558]

What's your observation about the battery life when running heavy emulator like this?

[@retrotechdad]

It will mostly be dependent on the TDP settings being used, which I covered in my review video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iInaqa1sq7x6ntU For the standard presets expect about 3 hours or so for 10watts, 2 hours for 15w, and about an hour for 25w.

[@paperclip9558]

@@retrotechdad that is really helpful information. Thanks a lot!

[@kysierkevin]

can you do this again this 2024? where we have fluid motion driver update and see if it affects performance

[@Narshtashkia]

What are your Rog Ally settings? I mean the GPU settings? Is it on Auto, 4G, ....?

[@unetablepourdeuxpersonness6134]

IT WOULD BE FANTASTIC IF YOU COULD MADE A VIDEO OF THE LAST OF PS3 VERSION VS THE LAST OF US REMASTER

[@bigstv15]

Im extremely grateful for this and the Xenia video but wanted to ask if you know how to get the last of us running? I keep getting a black screen after it loads up

[@samdietriich]

Dude your video description is sooooo full i even can‘t find the link for the ps3 firmware

[@retrotechdad]

Here ya go: darthsternie.net/ps3-firmwares/ I hope that helps! 🙏

[@stephendoerrer4464]

Does xenia work on the ally? Would love to play lost odyssey 😁

[@kumbackquatsta]

can the ally handle elite dangerous? if not, which windows handheld can?

[@retrotechdad]

I'd think so, the specs don't look too steep on it. I'd have to try it out myself of course but I don't see why not. 💪

[@Onion_Knights]

may want to retest all since there are new firmware for Ally and new rpcs3?

[@locked01]

Thanks a lot.... Tekken Tag 2?

[@retrotechdad]

I got you 💪 I've added it to the list for an upcoming video. 🙏 I didn't include it in this one because of the criteria, trying to keep it to a certain amount. 😅