Are you an avid PSP gamer? If so, you probably have dozens, maybe even hundreds of UMDs. Choosing from many, many discs can be reall annoying especially if you are on the go. In addition, if any of these discs get severely scratched, you can forget being able to play them. This means that the $40 or $50 you originally paid for the game goes down the drain.

Fortunately, you can prevent these difficulties with PSP copy games. So what are PSP copy games? PSP copy games are the backup files associated with the original game or movie. They allow you to play the file without a UMD. There are two things you need: the approoriate PSP firmware and a decent sized PSP memory card.

So, how does a person create PSP copy games? They will need to get some type of copying software. CopyThatGame is an example. With this system you can create as many PSP copy games as you like without having to learn complex programming. In fact, the system even includes a video tutorial so you know exactly what you need to do to create your backups. It also includes a text-based tutorial, if you would prefer to read the information.

When checkign the legal aspect it seems as if Copythatgame is indeed absolutely legal. Why? Legally you may create backup copies of all games, movies, DVDs you own for your personal use. So, as long as you bought whatever file you’re trying to back up, PSP copy games are perfectly legal.

The only time PSP copy games become illegal is if they are distributed through file-sharing networks. This is the case even if you own the game, since you are not entitled to give it away. And again, and this is reall yimportant, of creating copyies of PSP games, they are for your personal use only. You cannot give the files away, either online or to your friends. If you do you have to be awar ethat you migh get a lot of trouble and end up in jail.

Beside that copying PSP games offers a great alternative for hands free gaming. With them you’ll never have to worry about keeping up with your UMDs. You don’t even have to worry if the UMDs break, since PSP copy games stay fresh in virtual form.

The only exception is if something happens to your computer. In this situation your PSP copy games might get wiped out, (along with any other file on your machine). So, to prevent losing them, always back them up on a second medium. Maybe you could put them on a flash disk or a portable hard drive. If the file is small enough you can even send them to your own e-mail account. Either way, just make sure you do something to create your ‘ultimate’ backup. If you do you’ll never have to worry about losing your PSP copy games or the money you originally paid for them.

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