The Evolution of Emulation: ePSXe and the CHD Standard For decades, the (enhanced PSX emulator) stood as the gold standard for PlayStation 1 emulation, providing gamers a way to revisit classics like Final Fantasy VII and Metal Gear Solid on modern hardware. However, as the emulation scene matured, the traditional methods of storing games—primarily the bulky BIN/CUE format—began to feel dated. The recent introduction of CHD (Compressed Hunks of Data) support in ePSXe's December 2025 update marks a significant shift, bridging the gap between a legacy emulator and modern storage efficiency. The Storage Revolution: From BIN/CUE to CHD
For a long time, did not support CHD files, but a surprise update (version 2.0.16 and later) finally brought this feature to both Android and Windows platforms. Top Recommended Resource
| Feature | ePSXe (Standalone) | RetroArch (Beetle/SwanStation) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | No (Requires conversion) | Yes (Native) | | PBP Support | Yes | Yes | | BIN/ISO Support | Yes | Yes |
