A PSP-first retro launcher.

RetroShell turns your PSP into a clean retro library. Browse by system, jump back into recent games, and launch supported emulators from one simple home screen.

Requires custom firmware. Games and BIOS files are not included.

RetroShell home screen showing console shortcuts and recently played games

Made for the PSP, not squeezed onto it.

RetroShell is designed around the PSP’s screen, buttons, memory limits, and homebrew ecosystem. It keeps the experience focused so you can choose a system, pick a game, and play.

Built for PSP

RetroShell was built around the PSP front and center, not a port.

One clean library

Multiple emulators baked into a single seamless experience.

Curated for play

RetroShell focuses on systems and cores that make sense on PSP.

Install RetroShell, add games, play.

  1. Download RetroShell

    Copy the RetroShell folder to your PSP memory stick.

  2. Add your games

    Place ROMs into the matching folders inside /ROMS/.

  3. Launch on PSP

    Open RetroShell from Game → Memory Stick.

Core support

Current development status. Labels may change as real-hardware testing continues.

Browse emulator downloads →
IncludedGB / GBC · NES
TestingGBA · Genesis · SNES · PC Engine
ExperimentalMaster System · Game Gear

Give your PSP a new retro home.

RetroShell is open-source homebrew. Games and BIOS files are not included.