Original PS1 games typically occupy between 300MB and 700MB on a CD-ROM. High compression "fixes" usually involve: Asset Stripping:

: Ensure you have the correct scph5501.bin (or similar) BIOS file, as compressed games are more sensitive to BIOS mismatches. ⚠️ Important Considerations

. It merges multiple discs into a single file, eliminating the need to manually switch disc files in your emulator. How to fix: PSXPackager to bundle multi-disc BIN/CUE sets into one .pbp file. Avoid "Super Compressed" Repacks:

The PlayStation 1 hardware and emulators expect data to be in specific locations on the virtual disc.

CHD is the most stable format. It reduces file size by roughly 40-50% without breaking the game. (part of the MAME tools). Place your in the folder. Run the command: chdman createcd -i "game.cue" -o "game.chd"