Play! emulator for Android and iOS
| Project | Play! emulator |
| Developer | jpd002 |
| Compatible OS | Android, iOS |
| Category | Emulator, PS2 |
| License | Open source |
Index
- Info
- Highlights
- System requirements
- How to install
- Download
- New features
- Install games
- How to update
- License
- FAQ
Info
Play! PS2 is an attempt at creating a Play Station 2 emulator for the iOS and Android OS platforms.
It’s a free application that tries to replicate the Play Station 2 console to enable you to play PS2 games on your smartphone and tablet devices.
Highlights
- Custom resolutions, up to 4096×4096, Anti Aliasing and Texture filtering to make your old PS2 games look better than their HD remakes
- Unlimited memory cards
- Save states, enabling you to quick save and load practically anywhere in your game
- Easy cheating using our pnach patching system
- Use any controller (PS3, Xbox 360 etc) that works on Windows, keyboards and mice
- Increase or decrease the game speed by using the built-in frame-limiter for fast grinding or passing hard spots by slowing them down
- Ability to record in full HD with the built-in video recorder (F12 using the GSdx plugin)
BIOS is not required, Play! is an high-level emulator.
The configuration is easy and no need custom settings to fix specific games.
System requirements
The hardware requirements for running the application vary depending on your current configuration.
Our recommended specifications don’t guarantee perfect performance in most games, but rather strive to provide a cost effective recommendation while still considering performance.
The following table lists the minimum system requirements to run this app:
Android requirements
| OS | Android 8 (or newer) |
| CPU | Quad core 1.5 GHz (or higher) |
| RAM | 3 GB (or more) |
| GPU | Adreno 540 (or higher) |
| Storage | 32 MB aviable |
iOS requirements
| OS | iOS 11 (or higher) |
| Device | iPhone 8 (or equivalent iPad) |
| RAM | N.D. |
| Jailbreak | Not required |
| Storage | 32 MB aviable |
We cannot guarantee the performance of system specifications lower the recommended requirements but you’re always welcome to experiment.
For the best experience, users should be running within the recommended requirements.
How to install
On Android
- Download file on the link button
- Open a file manager
- Select the folder containing the downloaded file
- Open the file .apk
- Press install button
- Launch the app
Applications need to access certain devices systems: as soon as an application is installed, you will be informed of all the permissions it requires.
On iOS
You can install this application on iOS devices (iPhone or iPad) with AltStore (no jailbreak is required).
AltStore app requires a Windows or Mac computer for the initial installation of the AltServer software.
The latest version is available on the download section.
- Download AltServer on your computer (Windows or Mac OS)
- Install AltStore to your iPhone (or iPad)
- Launch AltStore to begin downloading apps
- Leave AltServer running, and AltStore will do the rest
Download
The latest version of this app is available on the link button below.
| Name | play!-emulator |
| Format | APK / IPA |
| Size | 12.1 MB [Android] / 12.8 MB [iOS] |
| Version | Latest |
| Step | Stable |
New features
This version implements the following features:
- Faster state loading and saving! Saved states now use zstd compression and some tweaks were made to make state loading faster
- Compatibility improvements: Oretachi collection games and SEGA AGES Fantasy Zone are now playable
- Fixed a couple of memory card issues, fixing 50 Cent: Bulletproof and Obscure: The Aftermath
- Many compatibility improvements: Operation WinBack 2, Goldeneye: Rogue Agent, 007: Agent Under Fire, Hitman 2: Silent Assassin, Powerdrome and many others improved their status. There are now over 500 playable games (approx. 25%) reported in the compatibility tracker
- Fixed dual-layer DVD issues in Champions of Norrath
- Fixed memory card issues in Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel
- Fixed hang that could occur while playing FPS sections of Combat Elite: WWII Paratroopers
- Added CD-ROM CHD support
All the updates have the latest fixes and optimizations, but their constantly changing nature means that little testing has been done on them and unknown bugs may appear.
Install games
You can play games on this emulator by following these simple steps:
- Download games files with compatible format (.iso)
- Move the game file on the selected folder in settings menu
- Refresh the game feed
Play! emulator is capable of running most commercial games at full speed, provided you meet the necessary hardware requirements.
Some games may be delayed or flashback in the process of running.
This may be related to the performance of the mobile phone, or it may be related to other unknown factors.
Update
There will be frequent updates which you can grab from the download section.
This application is from a third-party developer, so an automatic update won’t be available.
You will need to manually update the app by removing the old version and installing the new version.
All the updates have the latest fixes and optimizations, but their constantly changing nature means that little testing has been done on them and unknown bugs may appear.
License
Play! emulator project is not meant for illegal activities, and we have a strict policy about piracy.
- Play Station is a trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment
- Android is a trademark of Google LLC
- iOS is a trademark of Apple Inc.
All resources are obtained via reverse engineering of legally owned devices, games, and information present on the internet.
The main objective of this project is to enhance the gaming experience, research, and provide education about the core concepts of device emulation.
FAQ
This guide/tutorial answers the following questions:
- How do I install Play! emulator on Android and iOS?
- How do I download Play! emulator APK/IPA?
- How can I play PS2 Games on my Android and iOS?
- Is there any PS2 emulator for Android and iOS?
- Can you play Play! emulator on Android and iOS?
- How to play PS2 games on iPhone?
- Is Play! emulator safe?
- Is Play! emulator legal?