RPCS3

RPCS3 stands out as one of the most dependable emulators for PlayStation 3, seamlessly enabling the play of .ISO PlayStation 3 ROMs with the same fluidity as other well-established emulators, complete with expected emulation features.

Among its various capabilities, RPCS3 supports controller mapping, allowing the use of any controller supported by your PC for playing PlayStation 3 games. It also provides options for modified shaders and graphics settings for your games. Remarkably, RPCS3 goes the extra mile, permitting the playback of certain supported PlayStation 3 titles at 4K and 60FPS.

However, it's worth noting that RPCS3 encounters challenges with some PlayStation 3 games, and a compatibility list is available on the official RPCS3 site. If you opt for RPCS3 as your emulator, consulting this list is advisable to ensure compatibility with your PC.

Moreover, RPCS3 has relatively modest system requirements that should be reviewed before installation. Fortunately, the RPCS3 website offers a clear list of requirements for you to compare against your PC's specifications.

Despite these considerations, RPCS3 remains one of the most reliable and efficient PlayStation 3 emulators. If you're curious about why PlayStation 3 games continue to provide a compelling gaming experience through emulation, RPCS3 is likely to meet your expectations.

Features:

• Compatible with a wide range of computer hardware with realistic requirements
• Stable enough to boot into games and play many of them with ease
• Free and open-source software, which means that anyone can contribute to its development

Pros:

• Free and open-source software
• Compatible with a wide range of computer hardware with realistic requirements
• Capable of running all commercially-released PS3 games, at least to some extent
• Supports both OpenGL and Vulkan as its backend renderers

Cons:

• Requires a powerful computer to run games smoothly
• May have some bugs or glitches
• May not be able to run some games at full speed or with full compatibility

Download here: https://rpcs3.net/