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Play PlayStation 4 Games on PC
GPCS4 is an experimental PlayStation 4 & 5 emulator that allows you to play PS4 games on your PC. Experience enhanced graphics, unlocked framerates, and improved performance on modern hardware.
Using PC Performance for PS4 Emulator
Making PS4 games playable on PC
GPCS4 provides accurate PlayStation 4 hardware emulation with enhanced features, giving you the better gaming experience on your PC with improved performance and graphics.
- Advanced Hardware Emulation
- Precise CPU and GPU emulation with accurate timing ensures smooth gameplay and compatibility with modern PS4 and PS5 titles.
- Enhanced Graphics
- Play at higher resolutions up to 4K with unlocked framerates and improved visual effects beyond console limitations.
- Cross-Platform Support
- Run on Windows, macOS, and Linux with full save state support and customizable controls for any compatible PC.
- Free & Open Source
- Completely free to use with active development and community support.
Development Status
Current State
GPCS4 is under active development to provide the best PlayStation 4 gaming experience on PC. While many games are already playable, you may experience:
- Minor graphics glitches in some games
- Variable performance depending on your PC specs
- Growing game compatibility list
- Regular updates and improvements
What Works Well
- All simple 3D titles run excellently
- Major AAA titles like God of War and Spider-Man are playable
- Save states and game saves work reliably
- Controller support with full button remapping
- Audio renderer with minimal issues
Known Issues
- Some ray-tracing effects not fully implemented
- Occasional shader compilation stuttering
- Network/online features currently unavailable
- Some particle effects may render incorrectly
- Performance varies greatly by game and hardware
Upcoming Features
- Full ray-tracing emulation support
- Enhanced shader cache and compilation optimization
- Improved multi-threading for better CPU utilization
- Local Network functionality for offline/co-op capable games
- Advanced debugging tools for developers
Our dedicated team is constantly working to improve the PS4 emulation experience. Check our compatibility list to see which games work, or visit our FAQ for common questions.