Prepare yourself: TN-V is coming to Firmware 3.18 via Gladiator Begins & Z.H.P.!
While we have already told you, that a new kernel mode exploit for the PS Vitas PSPemulator has just been released, we did not tell you, that this will definitely allow the execution of the TN-V eCFW for the PS Vita at Firmwares up to 3.18 in near future!
Japanese Developer 173210 said, that he is currently working on porting TN-V to the Firmware 3.18 Z.H.P. – Zettai Hero Project exploit, which will enable you to run TN-V at your PS Vita, as long as you have an exploit game.
If you do not have an exploit game right now, keep reading…
Since people like proof, have a video of TN-V running at firmware 3.18.
Usually a kernel mode release would happen via a ninja release, so most people can get it, but this time it is a bit different.
This one was pretty much a ‘forced release’, since ‘a lot’ of people got access to this private kernel mode exploit, and most of the people were unauthorized.
It is sad that people can not keep their mouths shut about this, and that they share the work of others with 3rd parties.
Usually we would have released a new kernel mode exploit for the very next major firmware, e.g. 3.30, and bundled it with a new usermode exploit game, but I’ve already told you that it is different this time.
If you do not have an exploit game right now, then be sure to grab the PSP game ‘Gladiator Begins‘. It is 10,99€/7,99$ in the PSN Stores and won’t be available for too long!
If you miss this chance, or if the game is not available in your Region, then simply stay tuned, don’t update your firmware higher than 3.18, because we are going to release a new excellent VHBL exploit game for the firmware 3.30 (after its release).
The firmware 3.30 exploit game will work at firmware 3.18, and it will be able to run TN-V at firmware 3.18, but not 3.30.
The new game will be able to run VHBL at 3.30, but not TN-V, since Sony will now, most likely, fix TN-V in firmware 3.30.
It sounds a bit dumb to release it now, but this is qwikrazor87’s very own work and therefore his very own decision. Take what you can get and use this kernel mode exploit up to firmware 3.18!
The file release should be pretty soon, so stay tuned!
Sources via qwikrazor87 and 173210.

Wait…so does this mean as long as you have ANY exploit game, you’ll be fine, or does it mean you need ZHP or Gladiator Begins?
The firmware limitation is still there:
UNO -> up to 2.02
Numblast -> up to 3.01
And so on.
High-jacking the top comment:
Firmware 3.18 TN-V10 via Gladiator Begins (US Version):
http://zload.net/v2/archives/file/?id=2417904
Stupid qestion but… Does it fit with ULES01515 (EU) or ONLY with US? Thank you very much anyway!
Why would I write US Version if it works for the EU version?
My bad… ) patiently waiting for eu :3
Does the file contain directions, or will you post directions for first time users later?
So I just download what you linked, have 6.60 eboot and gladiator returns? No other files right?
Congratulation. Like usual, it works like a charm. You are the King. I hope I could be more usefull for you guys as a computer tech I am but I support all your work anyway ! Thank you !
Successful for my first TN-V installation. Can I delete the 660.pbp now, or any other files may I delete?
Worked, can I delete the 660.pbp now, or what other files can be deleted?
This is the first I use TN. After load save of the Gladiator Begins US, I have keep R button but Ps vita not load into Recovery Menu.
Anyone who can help me, please?
Firmware 3.18 TN-V10 via Gladiator Begins EU Version):
http://zload.net/v2/archives/file/?id=2417905
Holy UMD! That’s the Flash style!
All installed and works just fine and great! Офигенно!) Thanks! 🙂
Can you tell me how do you install that?
Hey. good night, these files to download in this post are the ‘ninja release’? Are they working?
Nevermind, I’m being stupid.
That being said, I wonder if the game developers could make a viable business model of creating games with kernel exploits, as a means of boosting sales.
You need ZHP or Gladiator if you are on the last update.
Wow, so many info in so short time.
What should I do?, buy gladiator begins for 8 usd. Or wait for that other game, I want the tn-v, so I’ll have to keep my vita at 3.18
8$ is cheap, I would go for it.
The other one might need the download queue and/or a PS3.
i cant diwnload it.it says waiting for download all the time
ok,fixed
Little FYI Z but this has nothing to do with people having it, qwikz just said faq it D:
I heard both.
But I wrote that news earlier today, so yea.
This^
Why do you think he’s threatening to release everything else? :/
oh, you saw, nvm
Theoretically could you use both exploits, providing you buy both games and don’t update past 3.18?
I don’t really NEED TN-V and can settle for VHBL if that’s not the case, but… it’s tempting if I can have both.
Why would you want both if TN-V can play homebrew as well?
Wait, are there not specific homebrews that work for one and not the other? Maybe I’m unclear on the differences. If TN-V is just the same sort of thing as VHBL but with PSP support then I guess I’ll go for this
TN-V can do everything that the VHBL can do, just better.
3.18 TN-V > 3.30 VHBL.
Great, then I’m sold! Thanks a bunch for sharing.
I just Jizzed in my pants, thanks The Z lol
Well I just finished downloading the game, waiting for the exploit to be release. I’m surprised, normally when someone *** off programmers, they don’t release anything. I hope they don’t renig on releasing the exploit for the sake of me wasting 8 dollars on that game.
If we say we deliver, we do.
Might take some months (with eCFWs), but we do.
The 3.18 eCFW should be available soon and not like usually “some day in the future”.
Luckily, I’ve been waiting for this baby forever. Last time I have TN-V was when I was on 3.01 earlier this year and updated to 3.10 🙁
you talk like if you had authority to demand from them, now you should at least donate for being a ***, they are normal bussy people like everyone else
What?
I don’t recall ever “demanding” anything.
Fun Fact of the Day!: This is actually the second exploit in GB as the first one was patched a couple of updates ago! Even better is that it works on the demo!!!! Sucks you can’t get it on the Vita or this would be the first “free” release :/
served with the demo
Implying it works with the demo
It does, Good luck getting it on your Vita tho.
http://wololo.net/2014/09/12/skfu-releases-%E2%98%85-package-installer-unlock-on-the-retail-ps-vita/
Would this not take care of any complications?
Doesn’t work with PSP demos iirc, Feel free to try tho.
Wont work with PSP Demos.
Only way to have gotten it: The 1-2 days of the “blackout” of the PSN.
The days where you could download and install “anything” PSP/PS1 related.
Otherwise: Not a chance.
Who said this???
Rephrase:
Implying demo files will be released.
Does it?? O_o
you can’t download psp demos to the Vita
Everyone wants to be your friend Z lol :p
Okay, just a little confused as Im new to the scene here. If we have this exploit and 3.30 comes out. Would we be able to upgrade if TN-V were to come to 3.30?
Of course, but I would hold off until they actually release the exploit for 3.30
New 3.30 game = exploit game for firmware 3.30 (If 3.30 does not surprisingly patches it).
New 3.30 game running at firmware 3.30 = FW 3.30 + VHBL
New 3.30 game running at a firmware older than 3.30 = TN-V, e.g. 1.00 TN-V10 or 3.18 TN-V10 (This wont work for 3.30, 3.30 wont have TN-V support, even if the game could run VHBL at 3.30).
I have a question.To make a backup of the exploit, the only i have to do is to install cma, then opencma, connect psvita via usb and transfer the game with the psvita application cma. But, i have to make a backup of the game or the complet system?
PD: im gonna download the exploit to all my psvita memory stick 😀
Sorry for my english xD
a backup of the game is all you need.
Game is enough
Gladiator Begins is PSP-only in Russian PSN
Oh, wait. It’s available from Vita’s PS Store.
I was checking web-based one.
sounds like you were looking at the demo. make sure, you choose the full version.
No, in web PS Store, both demo and full game are PSP-only titles.
In Vita’s store, full game is available.
Still, I think I’ll skip this one. I realized that I don’t need this THAT much when I bought Space Invaders Extreme and used VHBL like two-three times.
But TN-V gives you much more options with PS1 and PSP games.
Not that i want to force you to do it 😀
Yeah, but I have Persona 4 Golden, Persona 3 and Persona 2 on my Vita (also FF X/X-2), so when I finish those, there will be another TN-V or even native Vita hack (who knows?).
OK i have downloaded Gladiators Begins but i can’t seem to find the vhbl release for it. Can someone help me with this?
it will be post here and soon
ok thanks will be looking forward to it
Its not gonna be a VHBL, its gonna be a TN-V and they haven’t released the exploit just yet.
ok well I can wait
Ah, this was very unexpected, and I haven’t been carrying my Vita with me since the delay announcement.
I’ve purchased my game through the webstore and added it to my download queue for my device. It’s on flight mode at home. Is that enough for it to work or am I probably fuxered?
Thanks
Ahhhh, I’m at work for the next 3 hours! Aaagggonnny /melodrama
But really, does anyone know?
While it’s in flight mode, it won’t download of course. Once it’s taken from store, you won’t be able to download it anymore, even if it’s in you Download list allready. But i realy don’t think it will be taken down that fast.
Ahhh, yeah, I figured that may be case. Blast!
At least it’s a Friday so I can be optimistic that it’ll be around a bit longer. Guess I’ll find out…
Thanks!
#exploitculture #agony
How do I take screenshots on TN-V in games??
prxshot (a PSP plugin)
hi all is it possible to download the game on a psvita 3.15 using download queu or ps3??
Via PS3, yes.
Gladiator Begins works with 3.18, so why stay at 3.15?
because i got my vhbl space invaders but .. snif
my ps3 is not jailbreack it s not a probleme no .. or my psvita will want update
If you already got a game, stay there.
You just have to wait for files then 🙂
Firmware 3.18 TN-V10 via Gladiator Begins (US Version):
http://zload.net/v2/archives/file/?id=2417904
Thanks, But i just hope that that little exploit that you’re saving for 3.30 isn’t patched.
Is there a tutorial somewhere for us newbies?
I am going to show you how to launch it pretty soon.
Read the readme file inside of the savedata.
Re-download it if the readme is not in your .zip archive.
I’m italian, so i have EUR PSN… i can download/purchase US Gladiator Begins? Or exist exploit for EUR version?
Get the EU Version.
And for Save?? Your link its only for Us version, not?
Later, be patient.
Get the game, if you got this, no one can take it from you, as long it is installed on your vita.
Is this the same game??? http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/d/df/Gladiator_Begins_US_Cover.jpg
Yes, Aksys is US, PQube is EU.
Hello the Z, the kernel exploit will work on 3.15 ? ’cause i got skate park 🙁
Yes.
3.18 and below.
Well thanks tout you
I have a few question, i hope you can answer them 😀 :
-To avoid system uptade, what i have to do?
-I did a backup of the exploit with opencma, but , why do you have to disable wifi and enable flight mode to transfer the game, if we are in 3.18 actual firmware?
-Do i need to do that whenever i want to transfer a game, supposed we are in 3.30?
Yes, otherwise the Vita can “see” the new firmware and refuse the transfer files, until you disable internet and reboot the vita so “it forgets”.
1-Disable Download Update File for System Software on Auto-Start Settings.
2-No need to do that for now.
3-yes
I have tried flight mode but the vita cant connect, I followed Z’s tutorial : http://wololo.net/talk/viewtopic.php?f=52&t=38452
I have reinstalled everything and it doesnt works. i did this while my antivirus was off, to take precautions.Will the reinstall affect my backup?
sorry for these idiots questions and ty for answer them xD
Also! Big “Hey!” from PSPx Forum!
Well, OF COURSE IT WORK, (sorry for the Mayus) only buy the game, load the explot savedata on the menu and then enter to “The room” section and its done!!!
Sorry is to the “Skills panel”
Okay I have the exploit and the game and have made a backup with open cma but it won’t “see” the exploit, help?
Did you buy the f#cking game?
BUY FROM THE PSN STORE, DID YOU DO THIS?
If yes, excuse my rude sentence above.
But there are some retards that copy the savedata (a simple savegame, your game PROGRESS, a SAVE) and then complain that the game (THE ACTUAL GAME ITSELF) does not appear at their Vita.
If you did not buy it, BUY IT!
I did buy it but the save won’t show up on the vita’s side.
I can understand your frustration of the lack of common sense on some of these posts, but yes i did buy it.
oh f#ck, this is crazy serious
Where to get 3.18 TN-V10 via Gladiator Begins for EU version of the game? thanks
Turn around, run 3 times in a circle and then ask again.
We publish them when the are ready, wait or leave.
I did that, it doesnt work O.o
How long on average do these games usually stay on the psn store before they are taken off?
24-48 hours, if we choose a good day+time.
If we dont, shorter.
Thanks, Z. Should be enough for me. ^_^.
i got everything running but if i push select on the TN recovery it crashes my vita to a blue screen am i doing something wrong?
so where can I find the eCFW files for Space Invaders Exploit?
Should I take this or wait for the 3.30 release when I want to play the Type0 fan translation?
My internet is pretty bad, but i’m already downloading the game, now i am safe right? as long as it is downloading there is no way for them to stop me yeah?
Works Great!! Thanks everyone involved :). Never updating again. Until something amazing is add to the Vita. My advice, everyone should get two Vitas. One for Homebrew, and one for Online and OFW purposes. At least thats what im working with now.
Hey! I’ve downloaded the game and the save and have loaded it onto the Vita and followed the instructions. When I get to the point to install the files under the advanced menu, i get an opening error, where the files don’t install. I’m running 3.18. Anyone have any advice? It’d be much appreciated! Thanks also to everyone’s efforts with exploit. Any place I can donate?
I think I’ve determined my problem… An oversight on my part! Still interested in donating though. Thanks again!
i have the same problem, how did you fix yours ?
never mind ive sorted it
Damn, this game is 2200 yen in Japan (almost $22 in US currency.) And it looks bad. I might take my chances with waiting for the 3.30 exploit game.
Really cool work guys.
Can’t find it on the AU store, guess I’ll be staying at 3.01
Yep 🙁
Fingers crossed for 3.30
Once again Thanks to all who made this PSP exploit possible 🙂
@noname unless the next release is also a k-exploit u wont be able to play type-0 on it
XD
WOW! you are great, ZETT!!!
so now can i pass to this game or stay on my old UNO TN-V?
there’s some improvement in compatibility or other things i can’t imagine now?
i’m pretty satisfied with my old UNO kexploit, so i’m really confused if to update or not…
http://zload.net/v2/archives/file/?id=2417905
for the EU version ( but i’m a newbie and I don’t know how install )