PS1 and PSP games get new emulation features on PlayStation 5

The new PlayStation Plus is still one month away for the Americas. However, it will be available in certain Asian countries on May 24, 2012. With just a few days to go, some games have started appearing on the Malaysian PlayStation Store, giving players around the world a hint of what to expect when the update comes to their region — especially regarding original PlayStation and PSP emulation. While some classic games will be included in the PlayStation Plus Premium subscription tier, players who aren’t subscribed to the service will also be able purchase and play classic titles on an individual basis.

These emulated titles aren’t just the same-old versions of the games you remember, now on your expensive, hard-to-find PlayStation 5. These emulated titles come with the same emulation features that you would expect such as rewinds or save states. Mystic, a YouTuber tested them out Oddworld: Abe’s Odyssey — the only game out at the time of this writing — to see how it played on PlayStation 5.

In Mystic’s video, he shows off settings for video filter presets and aspect ratios, rewind to get out of tough spots or reverse failed jumps, and save states to rectify some early PlayStation frustrations — most of these games are from an era where players had to find save spots in order to save their progress. There are also graphics settings, which allow fans to experience the game as they remember, with retro classic scanlines, or a more “modern” look with less exposure.

For older games, the prices in Malaysian stores are also relatively affordable. Abe’s OdysseyWhen converted from Malaysian currency to U.S. money, it will cost players approximately $4.56 Worms Armageddon American viewers will be charged $8.89. (It’s highly likely PlayStation will round these prices up or down in their native markets.) Players who’ve already purchased any of these games on a PlayStation 3 or Vita won’t need to buy them again.

Some of these games will have trophies, but they seemingly aren’t guaranteed or required — Abe’s OdysseyBend Studios offers trophies but does not offer any. Syphon Filter will.

Sony already announced a number of classic titles that will be available on its Deluxe PS Plus and Premium PS Plus plans. But, this list may not be complete since the Malaysian retailer already offers classic titles. Oddworld: Abe’s Odyssey, which isn’t on the list. There is also artwork to suggest that PSP’s Ridge Racer 2 will appear on the platform, although Sony hasn’t made any official announcement yet.

Here’s the complete list of announced PS1 and PSP classics: