RetroArch (PS3)

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Downloaded the lastest version from official site. (https://xbins.org/libretro/stable/1.7.4/playstation/ps3/RetroArch.PS3.CEX.PS3.pkg).
Also tried the "extended version of 1.7.1. (Found it here on the forums).

The cfg file appears whenever I do a fresh install... So I always have to erase it using multiman.

Sorry for the double post (couldn't find the edit button on my previous entry)
I just tried the 1.7.2 version (https://xbins.org/libretro/stable/1.7.2/playstation/ps3/).
This time I was able to run Retroarch after a fresh install, but whenever I restart the PS3 I have the same issue.
So, since the cfg seems to be the problem I'm uploading it here.

One more thing, I had this problem with another cfw. Actually I updated just because retroarch was not woking...
Try to delete the previous version (by triangle ---> delete over the icon) before installing the new one
 
Try to delete the previous version (by triangle ---> delete over the icon) before installing the new one
Thanks for the suggestion.
Maybe I didin't explained properly.
Yes, I do uninstall from xmb everytime. Problem persists.

Maybe I'll have to restore the system? (never did it before...)
 
Is there any way to get thumbnails/boxart to be displayed next to ROMS? I have playlists for each emulator but have no idea on how to get thumbnails to show. I have searched various forums but its all very confusing. Thanks
 
Is there any way to get thumbnails/boxart to be displayed next to ROMS? I have playlists for each emulator but have no idea on how to get thumbnails to show. I have searched various forums but its all very confusing. Thanks

Edit:
If RetroArch has scanned your roms and created a playlist, then that is good. In the Settings in the RetroArch UI (cant recall which menu off hand) but you can choose style of thumbnail also (boxart / ScreenShot / ect.)

More info here:
https://docs.libretro.com/guides/roms-playlists-thumbnails/#thumbnails

Usually easier to download the packs on PC and FTP them to the PS3,
Seems larger packs either take forever or eventually fails when done from the PS3
https://github.com/libretro/libretro-thumbnails
 
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Will the posted here "REBUG 4.82.1: LITE Edition CFW (w/ Rebug Toolbox 2.02.15 + Cobra v7.54)" will do?

Can I jump from 4.82 Ferrox to this without downgrading? Updating straight from the xmb?
Thanks

Sorry for late reply,
Was asking if you used REBUG and had this issue? , not to switch but you can see if the issue is there.
I have seen some reports about people on some other CFW having issues but was never sure if it was a issue with CFW or user-error(s) or app bug...

Yes, but you can only use (which is okay) the CEX version (with REBUG LITE )
Yes, no need to downgrade because you are installing a CFW of the same version (or higher).
Yes, you can update from the XMB (external storage option)
 
Edit:
If RetroArch has scanned your roms and created a playlist, then that is good. In the Settings in the RetroArch UI (cant recall which menu off hand) but you can choose style of thumbnail also (boxart / ScreenShot / ect.)

More info here:
https://docs.libretro.com/guides/roms-playlists-thumbnails/#thumbnails

Usually easier to download the packs on PC and FTP them to the PS3,
Seems larger packs either take forever or eventually fails when done from the PS3
https://github.com/libretro/libretro-thumbnails

Thanks. I managed to get boxart showing for the playlists I have, now just to figure out why some romsets wont scan.
 
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Great thread!!

Might have to dust off one of the PS3s and have a look ;)

Dust them off to be sure, Retroarch is a world in itself once up and running on the PS3.

P.S. You would need to be of a certain vintage and geographical location to appreciate your profile pic, i am of that vintage & location :)
 
RetroArch PS3 will have to wait till weekebd. Found 3 PS3s in various states (1 YLOD Dex conversion, 1 running Rebug I think but no HDD and 1 on OFW) but no DS3s.
Anyone know if DS4s work on PS3, Got 2 of them handy.....

Hey look who it is :) ... Good to see you...

Hey STL :D Glad to be back ;)
 
That mGBA thing is weird...maybe there should be a separate PS3-only core version of it. mGBA plays some games that VBA Next chokes on - better keep a copy of mGBA around.

As of this post, mGBA is still available on the nightlies site, along with an old friend - MAME2003. Have not tested it yet, though - OpenBOR has been occupying most of my time recently.

@Pete_uk - dude, LONG time no see. Welcome back.
 
RetroArch PS3 will have to wait till weekebd. Found 3 PS3s in various states (1 YLOD Dex conversion, 1 running Rebug I think but no HDD and 1 on OFW) but no DS3s.
Anyone know if DS4s work on PS3, Got 2 of them handy.....

Hey STL :D Glad to be back ;)

Not sure if you know or not, but 4.82 ofw is exploitable by soft mod.
PS3Xploit v2.0 (CFW capable models only).

That no DS3 may be a snag but DS4 will work on your PS3 if you have one.
 
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