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This long-running PS1 emulator for Android just got Google Drive support

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Why This Matters

The recent update to the ePSXe PS1 emulator for Android introduces Google Drive support for cloud saving and backup, enhancing convenience and data security for users. Additionally, the integration of Google's Oboe Sound Engine promises lower-latency audio, improving the gaming experience, especially with Bluetooth devices. This update underscores the ongoing relevance of long-standing emulators in the evolving mobile gaming landscape, especially for users with older devices.

Key Takeaways

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TL;DR The venerable ePSXe emulator for Android has just received Google Drive support.

This means you can upload your virtual memory cards and save states to the cloud.

The update also brings Google’s Oboe Sound Engine for low-latency audio.

Duckstation is the best PS1 emulator on Android right now, but ePSXe is another great choice. The latter emulator has been around for well over a decade now, and it just got a notable update.

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The ePSXe team just released version 2.0.19 of the emulator (h/t: r/EmulationOnAndroid), and arguably the biggest addition is Google Drive support. More specifically, you can store your virtual memory cards and save states in your Drive.

This is a fantastic addition, as you can easily pick up where you left off if you decide to play games on another device. It should also serve as a welcome backup solution if something happens to your device. In saying so, the emulator has supported Dropbox for years now. However, Google Drive will likely be more convenient for most people as it comes with your Google account.

Another notable feature coming to ePSXe is support for Google’s Oboe Sound Engine. The team says this feature enables lower-latency audio, which might be handy if you’re using Bluetooth earphones in particular.

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