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Jailbroken PS5s can now run Steam PC games via Playden launcher
Key points
- Playden for PS5 enables Steam games on jailbroken PS5s.
- It uses a PS5 port of Wine (prospero-win) for Windows environments.
- Games appear as individual PS5 apps, isolated from the launcher.
- The project is in Alpha; compatibility varies, and risks are noted.
Steam Games on Jailbroken PS5
A new project named Playden for PS5 allows users with jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles to install and run Steam PC games. This launcher is adapted from the Playden launcher originally designed for macOS, enabling users to sign in with their Steam accounts and download titles directly to the console.
Technical Implementation
When a game is launched via Playden for PS5, it establishes a private Windows environment. This environment is created and managed through prospero-win, which is a PS5 port of Wine. The launcher does not directly run the game; instead, it builds a separate PS5 application for each installed Steam title, making it appear as an individual tile on the console's home screen. Game files, settings, and crashes are isolated from the launcher and other games.
Current State and Compatibility
Playden for PS5 is currently in its Alpha development stage. While some users have reported crashes, others have successfully played games like Portal with minor issues such as missing mouse cursors. The developer has listed several compatible games, including American Truck Simulator, Cyberpunk 2077, Doom Eternal, GTA: Vice City, Left 4 Dead 2, and Team Fortress 2.
Risks and Requirements
Using Playden for PS5 requires a jailbroken PlayStation 5 console. The creator also notes that using this unofficial Steam client carries risks, as Valve does not officially support it. Users assume any risks associated with its use.
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Reporting from
A new GitHub project, Playden for PS5, allows jailbroken PlayStation 5 consoles to run Steam PC games. The launcher, based on Playden for macOS, uses a PS5 port of Wine to create a Windows environment for games, appearing as separate applications on the console's home screen.