: Setting this to x1 ensures the emulator runs at the native speed the original PlayStation hardware expects. Leaving it unselected or at a high multiplier can cause timing errors and crashes. 2. Switch from HLE to a Physical BIOS File

A common oversight in ePSXe's default configuration can cause immediate crashes or "core stopped" errors.

The error message typically indicates a crash caused by an unknown opcode , often occurring when the emulator encounters a line of code it cannot interpret . This is frequently related to incorrect BIOS settings, corrupted game files, or CPU overclocking bugs within the software. Top Fixes for ePSXe "Section 3.16" Error

: Uncheck "Enable HLE Bios" and ensure you have a legitimate PlayStation BIOS file (such as SCPH1001.bin or SCPH7502.bin ) selected.