# PSP Simulator - Launcher

> Convert your mobile phone to a console-like user interface.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ph.mikesoft.psplauncher](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ph.mikesoft.psplauncher)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ph.mikesoft.psplauncher`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** MikeSoft PH
- **Category:** PERSONALIZATION
- **Downloads:** 669,903
- **Rating:** 3.78 / 5 (1,600 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-18
- **First published:** 2023-05-03
- **Publisher country:** PH
- **Size:** 22 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ph.mikesoft.psplauncher)
- **Website:** [https://mikesoft.web.app/](https://mikesoft.web.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mikesoft.web.app/PrivacyPolicy/psplauncher.html](https://mikesoft.web.app/PrivacyPolicy/psplauncher.html)

## Description

PSP Simulator - Launcher transforms your Android device into a console-like interface, offering a unique and immersive user experience. This launcher features an intuitive, console-inspired UI complete with HD graphics that enhance visual appeal. Users can override the home button for seamless navigation.

Beyond aesthetics, PSP Simulator provides extensive customization options including changing application names, icons, theme colors, and editing the application listing. It's a versatile launcher that combines style and function, perfect for gamers and users seeking a distinct Android interface.

## Rankings

- #85,349 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `ph.mikesoft.psplauncher.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Overall, users praise the launcher as good to very good with strong nostalgia and PSP/PPSSPP game support. However, it struggles with stability (not responding/crashes) and lag, and is hampered by intrusive ads. Some reviews warn of device issues or security concerns. The app shows clear appeal for PSP/PS3 fans but needs reliability, performance improvements, and better ad-management to fully deliver on the positives.

### Pros

- General positive reception: reviews frequently call the app good/very good and even amazing.
- PSP/PPSSPP compatibility to play PSP games within the launcher.
- Nostalgic appeal for PSP/PS3 fans; described as OG launcher.
- Some users consider it the best launcher for PSP-related use.

### Cons

- Stability issues: app not responding and crashes.
- Lag and slow performance / unoptimized.
- Ad-heavy experience: fullscreen ads and ads that are not removed.
- Reports of potential device instability or security concerns (virus claim).

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