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Nagato/Justin edited this page Mar 31, 2023 · 3 revisions

This section will give a general synopsis of some key terminologies that I think are important for users who might be new to the PS3 console modding scene.

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  • CFW: Custom Firmware or CFW for short allows you to run unsigned code/homebrew on your PS3 system.
  • HFW: Hybrid Firmware or HFW for short allows the end-user to run unsigned code/homebrew on your PS3 system. As a side note users will need to have HFW & HEN enabled in order to install PlayStation Home.
  • HEN: HEN stands for Homebrew Enabler, which sounds exactly like its primary function. It allows users to run homebrew!
  • OFW: In the context of PS3 Official Firmware or OFW for short can be detailed as the official OS/firmware that is distributed by a manufacturer in our case Sony. As of writing this guide, 3/31/2023 version 4.90 is the latest PlayStation®3 System Software Update.
  • PKG files: The term .PKG or Package files can be used interchangeably. Package files contain critical game data that is installed onto a user's PS3 HDD.
  • Rufus: Rufus is a utility that helps format and creates bootable USB flash drives, such as USB keys/pen drives, memory sticks, etc.

Welcome to the official guide on how users can re-experience PlayStation®Home online on the original PS3 & RPCS3. To stay up to date on the project please follow our Discussions page on our Github, as our Community Manager will post the latest news in regards to new Home updates.

Have PlayStation®Home on your PS3 console still? Consider donating your original Home data to the Destination Home Team as this is how we restore original content for our online services.

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