How to play PlayStation 2 Games on your Mac (PS2 emulation on macOS)

[@joystick8384]

I'm going to echo some of the other comments here by saying this is a fantastic video guide. Thank you so much for packing in all the relevant info into such a short vid. You're a hero!

[@stevensanchez7740]

Does this still work?

[@shapes9495]

This tutorial reminds of of those really well made profesional guides for cydia back in the day for the original iohone and ipod touch

[@JazzyPeaceRadio]

Throwback

[@esosaaiwuyo4167]

strange how clear cut and direct this video is THX big time !!!!!

[@andriikozakevych5669]

Awesome video! Tried on my Macbook Pro, everything worked like charm! 🔥 This is much better way to play games than installing Windows virtual machine. Thanks a lot for great tutorial! 👍

[@alexace5584]

Can I ask what year your MacBook bro was?

[@andriikozakevych5669]

@@alexace5584 it's 2018 13-inch with 8-gb RAM

[@alexace5584]

@@andriikozakevych5669 it asks for WIN ZIP for downloading the file, is there anyway around this?

[@dmug]

@@alexace5584 Just right click and use the built Archive opener

[@lone._]

only lag i really get in aether is in jak 2 in certain parts but other than that i still cant believe i have a ps2 in my laptop

[@zazipogchamp]

Holy shit dude thank you so much, if anyone sees this, this is the best tutorial ever, very clear, simple and to the point, again thank you so much!

[@anthonynavarro4321]

This video was amazing because when it comes to being jailbreaking or emulating I can admit I’m wayyy out of my league but videos like this is what helped me jailbreak my psp vita and install windows on my MacBook so thank you very much on this well informed video

[@ericmalachi7768]

I'm impressed how my Mac plays socom, thank you so much.

[@KudaIzka]

thanks, bro, works perfectly in my iMac macOS Monterrey. I'm playing Castlevania: Curse of Darkness and all is running without problems.

[@dmug]

Nice, great game to play

[@alienrefugee51]

I found PCSX2 on Windows was a bit tedious to get the appropriate settings on a per-game basis. It made it difficult to play random titles because it was setup for a specific game. But perhaps some of that had to do with my cMP 5,1 and GTX 680. Funny, I was just about to fire up my PS2 and play some Ratchet & Clank.

[@dmug]

I think this is part of the Mac builds, there's now automatic hardware fixes for games which makes things more seamless as I do remember having to apply per-game fixes. It seemed like for years PCSX2 kinda idled but now recently it's improved a lot. github.com/PCSX2/pcsx2/pull/5593 Previously, NBA Street Vol 2 played at like half speed. Now it works. Also the texture replacement is pretty cool although I think that its new so there aren't many games where people have built high-rez texture packs. I tested it out in SSX3 and upscaled a few assets. It really easy to do.

[@alienrefugee51]

@@dmug I use a PS2 controller with USB adapter and the Mac port recognizes it, but some of the buttons don't work and I can't seem to edit them. I saw other users were having similar issues on the forum. I troubleshooted with a Logitech controller and all the buttons worked fine, but I hate that thing with a passion. I fired up Ratchet and it was sort of playable OOTB, but it did slow down a lot. I had this problem on Windows, but after figuring out all of the hacks for that game, it ran better. You really need a capable computer and GPU to emulate PS2 with success. That said, I think it's great that there's finally a Mac port and the interface looks great.

[@dmug]

@@alienrefugee51 Yeah, I heard problems with the PS2 usb adapters hence why I didn't recommend them in this vid. I didn't explicit say not to use them. I originally mentioned windows will run better but everyone keeps saying I'm a Pro-PC or Anti-Mac or I love MS or I'm an Intel employee so I skipped mentioning it, especially since for the Apple Silicon guys, its not an option

[@davejohnsonmusic]

@@dmug It's weird... like half of the controls work. D-pad, thumb sticks, select, start and triangle all good. Hopefully it can get fixed in a future update, but for now I probably would have to stick with Win 7.

[@Chatterbox1237]

@@dmugquick question. I was playing a game and suddenly I couldn’t use the x button to get past the dialog,what’s weird about this is that when I load a previous save,everything is the same,and I totally would load the save....if it didn’t erase several hours of grinding. Do you have any solución for this?

[@morrisseyguy6811]

Great guide and works 100%. Anyone complaining needs to rewind the video and pay close attention. with his guide I managed to get PCSX2 running flawlessly on my 2013 MBPr i7 🤷‍♂

[@dmug]

Oh sweet, is it a 15 inch MacBook Pro or a 13? I'm interested on older hardware as the oldest computer I have is the 2017

[@morrisseyguy6811]

@@dmug - Retina 13" and i'm actually wrong. mine is 2012 LUL so even older. It runs later stage PS2 games (Haunting Ground, Cold Fear) pretty well. I can't take it to full screen mode but that's fine b/c i can't stand Full screen 4:3 content on 16:9. So I keep it windowed while playing. It also runs the METAL graphics mode by default. overall super impressed with my gen 1 RETINA MBP running PCSX2 in 2022 LUL. Talk about apple laptops and ROI. their expensive for that reason, they last.

[@cockus123]

My 2017 macbook air almost exploded ...

[@AdamGonzebra]

Then buy a new one lmao 😂

[@noaharkadedelgado]

Bro just get windows fuck Mac OS

[@nmmaster6814]

It doesnt work on my macbook air 2017

[@nmmaster6814]

My version is tooold

[@noaharkadedelgado]

@@nmmaster6814 did you download a nightly version?

[@dmug]

The Athersx2 author called it quits due to the online harassment. EDIT: The website finally went down. DO NOT USE AETHERSX2 NET If there a legit mirror, let me know. Apple Silicon users, use PCSX2 lso, PS3 Emulation vid is up! kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2OZhHqvibp7nMU

[@legvcyygaming2352]

😢 I hope he gets better through all the death threats complaints and scammers

[@Baller945]

I just got my m1 MacBook today😭😭😭

[@dmug]

@@Baller945 AtherSX2 is still good for now it's likely that PCSX2 improves on Apple Silicon, it did fold in Metal.

[@gameverslaafd8524]

Hi i wanted to play a game with my ps4 controller without wires is this not possible?

[@danzingcat5949]

are there any instructions on how to build it on macOS?

[@AWACS_Eagle_Eye]

Thanks for the tutorial. Now I can play the best Ace Combat trilogy on my mac.

[@neonpop80]

Ace Combat fan with a Mac here! Does the emulator have CRT filter? I like the PS2 graphics as they were back in the day and it wont be worth the trouble for me if it doesnt capture the original look

[@AWACS_Eagle_Eye]

​@@neonpop80 CRT filter works. I don't have it on tho because it makes the games run slow af.

[@michyoung77]

For those wondering, this works perfectly with a Switch Pro Controller. You’ll need a Mac at least from 2017 for optimum play.

[@dmug]

Thanks! I don't have a switch so good to hear.

[@imranoye9881]

Please where do you download the games

[@Intelligenceispower]

Literally the best guide ever

[@dmug]

Thanks, wanted to keep it no-frills so people wouldn't have to listen to me any longer than they needed to and get to playing games.

[@GalenlevyPhoto]

Ps2 games play very well on my 2017 iMac. Smooth and playable with my PS4 controller. :). That’s running macOS Sonoma as well with 16 GB of ram.

[@atarixle]

On my Intel MacBook Pro 11,1, the "Metal" Renderer makes the fans spin when playing Silent Hill 3, while it keeps cool on "automatic". I didn't make further investigations.

[@Schlimaazl]

still works no problems in 2024 - mac M1

[@dmug]

Yeah, I may need to update this video at some point in the future as AetherSX2 isn't being actively developed. At some point in the future PCSX2 will be better than it even on Apple Silicon.

[@consumeboxing]

The best tutorial. Any good tutorials for texture dumping and learning how to approach and do it?

[@juanjosedelgadoguardiola3478]

Nice video, I wonder If you could make this kind of video with the ps3 emulator on Mac as well, that would be awesome. Thanks a lot for this vid!!!

[@dmug]

Thanks for reminding me on this. I need to do that. I’ll probably make it a priority as in after my next video or so.

[@dmug]

@juanjosedelgadoguardiola3478 PS3 Video is now live. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2OZhHqvibp7nMU

[@juansilva8490]

tengo una macbook air 2013, y estoy frustrado, porque descarge la version de pcx2 mas compatible para esta mac y me cierra el programa cada vez que quiero abrir un juego iso, ya no se que hacer. Tengo la version macos high sierra. Si alguien me puede ayudar se lo agradeceria

[@theyasudasmusic5933]

Thank you for this helpful video. I'm playing Silent Hill 2 but the audio/visual is slow and glitchy. The percentage on the bottom right hand corner of the game screen goes back and forth between 65-80%. Does this mean my processor on Mac Mini is not powerful enough, or is there something else I can try? Thx!

[@joserodriguez9718]

im having trouble with the iso i downloaded, if you could please help me that would be greatly appreciated.

[@BlackCardKwa]

Thanks so much. I’m having one issue. My PS4 controller is connected to my iMac, and I followed all the settings set ups, but I still cannot use a controller.

[@mart182003]

I'm having the same issue, only my left thumbstick works, but with my ps5 controller it works perfectly. I'm trying to figure it out at the moment. I have the same binding on both controllers.

[@user-df7eh1mg1r]

Thank you! I love PS2 games because of you!

[@tonylo6013]

Doing exactly what you are saying, but no game are adding.

[@i_unfriend_u]

This is by far the most helpful video I've seen for Mac setup, but I'm still running into some pretty bad FPS issues, even on non-demanding games. You think you might be able to help? I'm using a 2014 Macbook Pro (Intel), Catalina 10.15, 8Gb RAM. I set the renderer to Metal and left most of the other settings as default. All of the games I have boot properly, but I'm getting regular FPS drops in all games (60fps to 45 or less in most cases). My computer is also heating up very quickly when running games. Any idea how I might fix these issues? I followed your video as closely as possible, so I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong. Thanks!

[@dmug]

Ooof, if its a MacBook Pro 2014 13" inch, you're on an Intel iGPU and it just might not have enough GPU for PS2 emulation. I'd check out a group like r/Macgaming to see if others are able to to play it on a similar config. The only older MacBooks I have access to are a 2017 and 2015 that are 15" thus have dedicated GPUs. Also, the heat is to be expected and with your laptop aging, things like the thermal paste have probably dried out reducing the ability to dissipate heat. If you're comfortable with taking a laptop apart, repplying the thermal paste would likely help your laptop remain cool which would assist general performance as you'd be less likely to thermal throttle but wouldn't be a huge difference unless your laptop heats up doing minor tasks when it used to not.

[@i_unfriend_u]

@@dmug Thanks man. I figured it might have something to do with the age of the computer. I'm considering getting a new one anyway, so maybe that's the ideal solution lol. Funny enough, I use OpenEmu for several other consoles (including the PS1) and every game runs flawlessly. I guess PCXS2 is different because it isn't designed specifically for the Mac. Great video though, keep up the good work!

[@its_juhjorge9733]

@@dmug Im in a similar boat, I have a 2017 macbook laptop, was able to setup pcsx2 and get it running proper but the gameplay was extremely choppy and laggy, I tried setting it up on my PC and it worked but it looks like its incompatible, thanks to the attempts I made on my pc I got very comfortable adujusting settings and navigating around the options. wanted to ask, is your 2017 macbook able to run pcsx2? if it is, I def want to mess with the setting and attempt to get it running on low setting.

[@kbxmonster6127]

Video was super helpful thank you

[@iharshgarg]

finally some proper explanation

[@nyronwaite1886]

Best video on how to set this up ever!

[@allandiasx]

Thank you! And playing the best game ever!

[@jesseperez1516]

Been stuck on the spinning rainbow circle on my Mac when trying to the add games step,anyone can help??

[@andresaviles2428]

Is there anyway to connect the ps2 with like an adaptor or something without having to do all that emulation stuff?

[@mariuszbartosiak7822]

what if pcsx2 doesn't add my iso games to "game list"?

[@BladeBarn]

Running aethersx2 PS2 emulator on MacBook Pro and using xbox series x bluetooth controller but the triggers are basically on/off switches in gran turismo 3 for throttle/brake....I played with it for no lie HOURS trying to get it to work better and I did for approx 10hrs of play time by adjusting the in-game controls to have the right thumb stick as throttle/brake and telling aethersx2 that the sticks were the triggers. tried saving that controller profile but idk what happened.... Went to try and do the same thing for gran turismo 4 but it was impossible. Now I turn back to play gt3 and something is different, the triggers work independently but not at the same time, soon as one is pressed at all it cancels the other ones input. example: left foot braking gently to spool turbo before exiting a corner or holding one trigger to aim and other one to shoot... I have now completely reset every single thing multiple times, deleted every single profile and pissed with this non stop for 2.5hrs JUST trying to get it so both inputs can be done at same time again.. soo exhausted and defeated!! PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!! Quick read... playing GT3 on xbox controller, h

[@dmug]

Unfortunately I don’t have any Xbox hardware let alone Xbox series X. You could try trashing the prefs. I’d try Reddit r/macgaming or r/aethersx2.

[@shivkokroo6180]

Those controllers aren't pressure sensitive.

[@philius6759]

Is anyone else having problems with getting PCSX2 to show up on the browser. I’ve used safari and chrome and it doesn’t display anything. I’m on a 2011 21.5” iMac.

[@jenniferhightower6065]

For me..this is not very helpful. I'm able to download the emulator but have no idea how to add the games i want to play to this :(

[@dmug]

You either need physical copies of the games with a dvd drive or digital backups in the form of ISOs (disk images). You can create your own from DVDs. There are also places on the internet where you can download disk images but it’s generally legally grey or considered piracy, even if they aren’t being sold new. It’s up to you to decide how you feel morally here. Creating ISOs from actual games requires using the built in disk utility included with macOS and selecting create new image from the disk, and renaming the file to use .iso. There’s plenty of tutorials on this. Basically, you can acquire them less-than-legally if you search popular search engines for PlayStation 2 ISOs and I’ll leave it at that as I’m not looking for copyright strikes.

[@jenniferhightower6065]

@@dmug Oh interesting. I really appreciate your input. I'll dig into it and see what I can find. Thanks!

[@hamzini0]

Damn man. Thanks for the info

[@luisgustavo-pk2yg]

excellent video, what I wanted to ask you is where can I get the bios

[@dmug]

They're copyrighted. I'm sure you're a clever guy who can search google.com.

[@GageRyanVideo]

This one works. Great video!

[@kingdomkeeper990]

What if the BIOS doesn't appear? Currently trying to play Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix (JAP) version ( I currently own without PS2 ) I keep getting the " PCSX2 Requires a PS2 BIOS in order to run " When I did move the file in the open data directory under BIOS

[@kingdomkeeper990]

Please help me :(

[@Alexa2001gh]

Can I play with ps5 controller?

[@vi8403]

thanks for the good tutorial

[@brandonibeen5421]

I did what you said and it all worked but after a while my controller stopped working and now pcsx2 won’t monitor my controller inputs

[@seabizkitsngravy]

Great video. The issue i'm running into is that my macbook pro (intel, macos monterey) doesn't provide the option for auto mapping. It recognizes my ps4 controller dualshock, but the only auto mapping options I have are keyboard and mouse. Controller was connected via USB and connected before launching PCSX2. Help!

[@dmug]

Just manually map it

[@ceramicsky14]

This is a really dumb question but this should work for the M2 Macbook air, right? As long as I follow the apple silicone directions it should work the same?

[@dmug]

Yep, nab AetherSX2 and go for it, those extra GPU cores will buy you a bit better frame rates over the M1.

[@brandonrobinson1603]

How do you fix the cinematic bits between gameplay from lagging? Brilliant video, can't thank you enough!

[@dmug]

I think that varies game to game and on different hardware, I haven't had much of a problem on an M1 Max and Mac Pro 2019. It might take using speedhacks or reducing the resolution.

[@fabolousjada5070]

@@dmug i have a m1 pro 2022 you think im good ? 16 gb

[@dmug]

@@fabolousjada5070 that's more than enough to emulate the PS2 at high resolutions.

[@melvinobioha]

GREAT Video thank you kind sir

[@dmug]

Much appreciated, working on a GameCube/Wii followup :)

[@AdamGonzebra]

Bother!!! Thank you so sooo much! i been doing everything with the pcsx2 and i hate it haha! because i was doing everything on an apple silicon M1 Chip system! haha Thank You so much bro for this great help! thank you thank you so so much!

[@Baller945]

Yo bro I ordered a m1 MacBook and I was wondering what frames you get on aetherx2??

[@AdamGonzebra]

@@Baller945 you can get up to 600fp NTSC / 500 fps PAL

[@AdamGonzebra]

@@Baller945 but i have it on 60fps since my monitors arent that great lol

[@cinema.zipfile]

When I try and open the application (PCSX2) after I've decompressed it, nothing pops up as you say in the video. Instead, it just keeps hopping on the dock bar and nothing else happens. Do you know what might be the issue here? I use a MacBook Pro (intel)

[@Gurarjan]

Ive had this issue for many of my applications hopping in the dock. Whenever this happens, I right click on application and press "show package contents" then press on the "contents" folder and then press on the "MacOS" folder. It will show this terminal logo. If you press that, it will run a terminal window and start up the emulator without it bouncing in the dock. Hope it works!

[@GrotEeEska]

Idk why I can't get the games on it (SH2 and SH3). I already have the ISO files and put them in the disk image mounter, but nothing happens :( It doesn't allow me to add them.

[@JamesBonsor]

How do I improve game lag on my MacBook M1 when using this app to play PS2 games? Lag also appears to intensify if I connect my MacBook to my 4K TV via HDMI

[@m6rcc]

i dont see the games file but i followed every step

[@brunomillalaf8553]

THANK YOU!

[@Trisuku]

thank you so much

[@kntwing23]

i tried downloading pcsx2 but doesnt work?

[@josephmartin6835]

I have my controller connected to my Mac and configured to DualShock 4 but nothing happens when i press buttons while on the emulator

[@tybittz]

Does anyone know how I can get the widescreen patch to work on mac????

[@jared9824]

would you happen to know how to recover games that were "excluded from list" ? accidentally excluded Tekken 5 when i meant to click change cover.

[@cynar2k]

For some reason when I set "Metal" on God of war the game stop giving image, I can still hear the game and fight... Any idea why? MacBook air 2017. It works with vulkan tho

[@divysharma4188]

I am unable to navigate in bios start among the options to format the memory card at 9:42

[@CoachFB33]

Can you use a apple USB Super Drive to play pS2 games once you download the PCSX2?

[@michelemonti1359]

I tried to use a ps4 controller but it’s not conneting to my MacBook Air 2020, what can I do? Maybe buying a ps5 controller?

[@Anoudyoo]

i did everything but when i scan for a game press close and wait nothing happens the thing with 4 stars don't show up and i tried other bios and other games still doesn't work and i'm using the intel plz help

[@TheWildrocker321]

This was great thanks very much!! I have encountered an issue though i downloaded the first GOW and for some reason its running so slowwww I've seen many videos on how to fix this with previous versions of PCSX2 however with this new look I'm finding it very difficult and could you do a tutuorial on this or can anyone else help me with this problem cheers

[@lukeddemers]

I have everything set up the way you do here, but when I go to launch a game it says “failed to create host display device context”. Everything Ive found online hasn’t worked, I changed the renderer and adapters and it didn’t fix it, do you have any idea what it could be? I’m on a 2015 Intel MacBook Pro

[@Traveling_Ted]

Finally!!!! Why couldn’t someone make a video like this before!! Thank you so much!!! Thank you thank you thank!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@maxxgunner5573]

I tried to two finger click on the PCSX2 icon but it ended up creating duplicates and it won't open.

[@jaydee2149]

Even tho you have games and stuff downloaded you should still give the step by step on how to download and export the games onto the emulator !

[@dmug]

Downloading games is something people have to explore on their own as it is technically illegal. I'm not really here for the moral arguments as I see both sides: Sony and the devs own the IP and some of these game franchises are still actively being made with legal options to buy them for newer consoles or PC. Then there's the argument no one is selling PS2 games anymore new thus there's not any other way to acquire them other than paying someone else for a used game, and some games are quiet rare and more expensive than when they were new. So I'll leave it to the viewer to decide what their moral compass is and also not to anger the KZbin overlords.

[@Louisz14]

Thank you this is a perfect tutorial. I noticed after playin a game for a while the top of my screen be go red like kinda like flickering

[@dmug]

Could be just that title, also I'd try updating in a few weeks too. They're constantly updating the emulators.

[@scott8193]

that bios download link you didnt provide is gone and now its a bunch of look a like links up

[@AdamGonzebra]

Do you know how to enable the internet connection to play playstation 2 games online the ones that qualify and say broadband only? i saw a guy that was giving a tutorial for the windows version but i am running the apple m1 version so i know they are very uncompatible. If you know can you please let me know if you have a video about that? There is ps2 games that are online playable like KILLZONE, RESIDENT EVIL OUTBREAK, AUTO MODELLISTA, AND MUCH MORE! So if you have any tutorials on how to enable it will you please upload the video? thanks i will put my notifications active in order to see if you upload any new content! Thank you brother!

[@valentinarodriguez1519]

how do you get the games to then add them ?

[@swagswag6823]

Thanks!

[@wieldylattice3015]

Y’all have any idea how to set up the Ethernet? Was hoping to play Gran Turismo 4 Online

[@stevenflores9]

any advice on using a mouse with pcsx2 on mac? Is it possible?

[@dmug]

Probably not on a majority of titles, a very slim library of games did support a usb mouse. Other than that, I think the LilyPad drivers for PCSX2 support Analog stick emulation which isn't the same as full blown mouse support.

[@maxihrman8467]

Great video! I have encountered some issue with opening the game though. when I click on the game in the emulator the whole application stops responding, it just stands and buffer. Any ideas?

[@maxihrman8467]

Btw it’s a MacBook Air 2019 intel.

[@clayripblair]

ibe been using a ps2 controller via usb for my mac but suddenly it wont work anymore. do you have any tips

[@cammycat5571]

I followed everything but it won't load my games. I tried to manually select the iso to play it but the red screen comes up and I can't get past this :(. Any advice?

[@SoumSaid]

Can I just play with my keyboard instead? And thanks for the tutorial so much.

[@dmug]

Sorta. You do not have analog on a keyboard, and the PlayStation has two analog sticks. Some games are simple enough that you could get by.

[@connorwolfe6750]

i seem to always see a transparent big white square does anyone have any ideas?

[@bronxbomber91]

Does anyone know how to get to the configuration tab on this version ? I cant find it anywhere ..... im trying to reduce the lag on these games and I need that tab to change settings

[@keon7056]

How do I actually get the games on my Mac. Im following everything else but I am lost there

[@dmug]

Create ISOs from game disks or sail the high seas.

[@moviedaddy_j]

Hi, Thanks for the video! I tried to download and run this application, as i don't have any ps4/xbox controller, so i have to use my macbook keyboard however all the buttons are not working except the Return key (Means the start button), so may I know any settings i need to config? Thanks.

[@dmug]

Due to the lack of analog, it's pretty much a non-starter to use the keyboard, you can poke around in the controller settings but I honestly would not bother with a mouse/keyboard.

[@andysurya5736]

Why does it only play at 30 fps on my macbook air m2 .did i miss something?

[@ARGAMA_]

Hey I have a 2015 Mac Intel Iris and basically anytime I do anything game related I crash. I was able to get the correct bios in, but when entering my game directory I crash, deleting the same I crash, loading a game manually I crash, basically anything beyond the BIOS I crash. Not understanding whats wrong here...

[@dmug]

I’d first try a different nightly build. Not sure how those Intel gpus perform or if there’s any glitches with them. If it persists I’d search to see if anyone else is experiencing that particular issue. Without that particular machine, it’s tough for me to diagnose.

[@Daltygaming2]

So I downloaded the Ps2 Bios and it doesn’t work, what have I done wrong here?

[@miguelmercedes2209]

can you make a guide to help all my games run at 60 FPS? some run at 30 some run at 60. if I uncap fps it runs at 120 and feels weird. how can I keep 60 fps at every game?

[@yousefhamza8088]

I have a slight problem when I open preferences > Bios in the place where I browse nothing is written there I don't know how to get the directory to browse the correct bios

[@dmug]

I’d try downloading a different version as nightly builds can contain glitches

[@jaimran89]

When i load a game it works but if the game saves looking for memory card it freezes how do i fix?

[@TerrellThinks]

Anybody have audio settings or pathces/ recommendations?

[@Hoshinoo406]

When I load up a game it just stays on a black screen then shuts off, I need help

[@TheReaperssShadows]

Ei, I have an Intel with 12.5 and the game keeps showing the loading screen for a second, and then black (and don't run the game) I did everything in your vide, what I'm missing? Thanks for the help ^^

[@endri7107]

hey guys, i just recently got my mac (its not new) and idk how to check my mac type. how do i get the window äbout this mac"to know what emulator works in my computer? thanks in advance

[@_SirToxic_]

Video helped out a bunch but I've only seemed to have one problem that started recently, every time i load a game (dmc3 for example) after a few cutscenes my screen turns black and it shuts down entirely. is there any way to fix that by anychance?

[@dmug]

I’d google to see if there’s similar problems and try a newer version as there are issues using these experimental builds.

[@romblik6005]

Thank you very much! Tell me, please, can I hide the line with fps and other information in the bottom during the game?

[@dmug]

Setting -> Graphics - OSD tab, and uncheck the onscreen display options

[@romblik6005]

@@dmug, I’ve been there, and there are no options about the grey line in the bottom. In your video this line there to. In OSD tab I haven’t any check, but the line in the bottom is not disappearing…

[@alessandroc8919]

i followed the instructions step by step i downloaded the right bios i'm playing the sims bustin out but with the metal settings i can't play everything is jerky i have a mac book pro m1 what am i doing wrong? can anyone help me? thank you

[@dmug]

I’d try perhaps try a different version of aethersx2 and check the wiki to see if any of the speed hacks people report help wiki.pcsx2.net/The_Sims_Bustin%27_Out

[@maxirito5969]

How do i decompress the file? The option isnt showing

[@dmug]

Decompress... what? If it's a .zip or .gz file, it should decompress by double clicking

[@andreux7678]

The psx2 wasn’t available anymore on the website you showed

[@dmug]

AetherSX2 is no longer sadly, the guy who made it got harassed online and decided to quit making the project. That happened only months after I made the video and now it is completely completely off-line. Now you have to use PCSX2. pcsx2.net

[@rulstorm429]

Playing games like nfs U2 I have a lot of artefacts and bugs happening, a part I select on my car forces the screen to go black until I select another part, loading screen flashes on and off and when playing certain races the whole map seems to be disappearing and reappearing rapidly. Anyone have any idea what this could be? I have iMac Cortina, can post specs below if needed

[@dmug]

I’d check first to see if this particular game has problems on the compatibility list: pcsx2.net/compat/ Then I’d also try a different version of whichever emulator as now (at for AetherSX2 has a 1.1 release that’s stable)