Hacking PS Vita - why it can be useful for you

The PS Vita's operating system runs via a BIOS, the version of which is described via firmware. This is updated over time so that problems are weeded out and new features are added. Modifying the firmware is also known colloquially as hacking.

What is a Custom Firmware for?

On the PS Vita this Custom Firmware is called Henkaku. Through this custom firmware, you can install unsigned software on your console. This is also called homebrew because it was developed by private users. Through homebrews, you can install emulators or entire new operating systems on the console. Additionally, it is possible to install and play commercial games. Note: However, if you do not own the original, the action is illegal and falls under piracy. You should always support the developers.

How to hack the PS Vita

In order to hack the PS Vita, firmware version 3.6 must be installed on it. It is also necessary to enable JavaScript, adjust the PSN settings and remove all checkmarks in the autostart settings.

1. Then restart the PS Vita and go to the page "https://henkaku.xyz/".
2. Click the button "Install" there and open the "molecularShell" on the PS Vita homescreen.
3. Then you will be shown an IP address. Geben Sie im PC-Browser „ftp://“ gefolgt von der IP-Adresse und dem Port ein und bestätigen Sie mit „Enter“.
4. Laden Sie sich von der Henkaku-Website die gewünschten Homebrews herunter und speichern Sie diese im Ordner „ux0:“.
5. Tippen Sie auf der Konsole auf den Kreis und installieren Sie die Homebrews, indem Sie diese mit den Pfeilen markieren und zweimal auf das Kreuz drücken.