Showcase
A peek at Iris in action: setup screens, emulation, and powerful debugging tools.
Features
Iris is a fully featured emulator with a very easy to use interface, support for a variety of disc image formats (ISO, BIN/CUE, CHD, CSO, and more), powerful debugging tools, lots of customization options and more.
Cross-platform
Iris was built with portability in mind, it currently runs on Windows, Linux, and macOS, with future plans for mobile support.
Hardware-accelerated
Leverages your discrete or integrated GPU via Vulkan Compute to offload rendering tasks, freeing up resources for emulation.
Easy to use
Iris is extremely easy to set up and use, just a few clicks and you're ready to play your favorite PS2 games.
Feature-rich debugger
Powerful debugging tools including breakpoints, memory inspection, and real-time performance metrics to aid in development and testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's Iris?
Iris is an open-source, MIT-licensed Sony PlayStation 2 emulator and debugger built from scratch in C/C++ for Windows, Linux, and macOS. It aims to provide an easy-to-use experience for both users and developers alike.
Is Iris finished?
Not yet. Iris is currently in active development, even though most of the PlayStation 2 hardware has been implemented, we still have a long way to go in terms of performance, compatibility and additional tooling.
What's the difference between Iris and PCSX2?
PCSX2 is a mature and highly optimized PlayStation 2 emulator that has been in development for over 20 years. Iris, on the other hand, is a new emulator built from scratch with a focus on ease of use, debugging capabilities, and preservation. While PCSX2 may offer better performance and compatibility at this time, Iris aims to provide a more user-friendly experience and a solid foundation for future improvements.