Pyps3checker - Mac

Batch process your entire library:

python3 ps3checker.py dir /Volumes/ExternalDrive/PS3_ISOs/

This loops through every .iso file and subfolder, generating a summary report at the end.

Visit github.com/13xforever/pyPS3Checker, click "Code" → "Download ZIP", then unzip it.

Q1: Does pyPS3Checker work on macOS Sonoma (14.x) and Sequoia (15.x)?
Yes. Python 3.12+ runs perfectly on all modern macOS versions. pyps3checker mac

Q2: Can pyPS3Checker fix corrupted files?
No. It only detects corruption. If a file fails, you must re-dump or re-download it.

Q3: The tool says "Unsupported file type." What now?
Make sure you’re pointing to a .pkg, .pup, .iso, or a PS3 folder (with PS3_GAME directory). It does not verify .zip or .rar archives.

Q4: Is there a Homebrew formula for pyps3checker?
Not officially. However, you can create a custom tap. Most users run it directly from the GitHub clone. Batch process your entire library: python3 ps3checker

Q5: How do I update to the latest version?
Navigate to the cloned folder and run:

git pull origin main

If you are a PlayStation 3 enthusiast, collector, or homebrew developer working on macOS, you have likely encountered the challenge of verifying the integrity of your PS3 game dumps (ISO or JB Folder formats). Corrupted or improperly dumped game files can lead to frustrating crashes, black screens, or failed backups. Enter pyPS3Checker—a powerful, cross-platform Python tool designed to validate PS3 game dumps against official hashes.

In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through everything you need to know about running pyPS3Checker on Mac, from installation to advanced usage. Whether you are using an Intel-based Mac or the new Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3), this article has you covered. This loops through every

pyPS3Checker relies on community-contributed hashes. If your game is obscure, the hash may be missing. You can manually add hashes by editing the hashes.db SQLite file.

If you avoid Git, you can download the ZIP from GitHub:

No. It only detects corruption. You must re-dump from an original disc or download a clean copy.

Yes, if your Mac can read the NTFS drive (via Paragon, Tuxera, or macOS native read-only). Write support is not needed.