Hello reader, I know how fed up you are searching for a working method to install Kodi on PS4 or PS3. I too face the same issues. I searched more than 50 sites among which almost all had the same method. Some of the sites even faked the title to attract the user. I literally gave up the idea for a while. And during one random day, I got a spark of an idea to install Kodi on PS4. And it worked like a charm.

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So, do you wish to know how to get Kodi on your PS4? If yes, this post will definitely be the key to your puzzle. We tried to cover every nook in order to provide you with the easy way to encounter Kodi on PS4. Just read ahead and you’ll find what you’re looking for. This is a bit long article, so stay tuned.

What is Kodi?

Getting started with Kodi and PS4

Officially, Kodi team doesn’t provide any direct way of installing Kodi on PS4. So the only way is to sideload Kodi on PS4. Not just PS4, even for Firestick we need to follow a different method. Here is a guide to install Kodi on Firestick.

So-called Plex Method – The wrong way

If I am not wrong, you would have seen tons of sites explaining the traditional Plex method. Well, if you are baffled what is this plex method, then read this paragraph. Plex method is nothing but installing Plex on PS4, instead of installing Kodi on PS4. This method doesn’t actually install Kodi, instead, it installs Plex. Plex is a software that doesn’t support illegal streaming. And you can’t stream all the content for free on plex. So Plex can’t replace Kodi. And above all, Sony won’t support piracy by providing support to Kodi on PS4.
The main reason why you can’t install Kodi on PS4 directly is “PS4 is a console(device) and Kodi is a software“. Kodi is designed to run on an OS (Windows, Linux, Android). I hope you are getting my point. So you would need an OS installed on your PS4 to run Kodi on PS4.

The method which I am going to share is simple. First we will install an OS on PS4 and then install Kodi on that OS. By this way, we can use Kodi on PS4.

The ultimate method to install Kodi on PS4

Warning for Kodi Users:

If you have planned to stream movies, web series, IPTV, Sports or other copyrighted content on Kodi, you are taking the risk. All your streaming activities are being monitored by the ISP. You could end up facing legal issues for streaming unauthorized content with Kodi. In order to get rid of such a headache just make use of a VPN to mask your online activities.

With that being said. we’ve found another method to install Kodi on PS4. The PS4 console doesn’t support “EXE file”. So you can’t install windows on your PS4. So we will be installing Linux (Ubuntu) followed by installing Kodi on the ubuntu. To install Ubuntu, you need to create a “standalone ubuntu USB”. In simple terms, you need to make a bootable Ubuntu USB, that is capable of running the OS on the pen drive. Don’t use Live USB. It will work but your files won’t be saved. So have to install add-ons each and every time. Follow the steps carefully, to create a fully functional Ubuntu USB.
For that, you need a 16GB flash drive, Ubuntu OS and Linux Boot Loader for PS4. Since we are going to run Ubuntu on PS4, you need the PS4 bootloader to detect the bootable device.

• To do this, you need to install virtual box (A virtual machine software to run Ubuntu OS). Here we will be installing Ubuntu OS on a USB drive using the Virtual machine. By doing so, a complete Ubuntu OS will be installed in your USB drive.

Steps to create USB bootable Ubuntu

1. Open virtual box software and select “New”
   
2. Give any name for the virtual machine.
   
3. Select the Type as “Linux” and version as “Ubuntu 64 bit”.
   
4. Select next and allocate memory size for the virtual machine. (minimum 2GB) and Click Next.
   
5. Select “do not add a virtual drive” in the next option. And select next.
   
6. Since we are creating a VM(Virtual machine) without HDD, it will pop a warning message. Click Continue.
   
7. Now the new Virtual Machine will be created. Now, navigate to Settings option.
   
8. Select storage from the left side, click on “empty”. Now add ubuntu iso from the virtual optical disk file.
   
9. Select the Ubuntu disk image.
   
10. Now check the storage tree, you will find the iso name. And select USB from the left pane.
    
11. Now add the storage location as USB drive by clicking on the add drive icon at the right side.
    
12. Now “Start” the Virtual Machine. It will install all the files on the USB drive.
    
13. Now ubuntu starts, follow the further steps to install Ubuntu on USB flash drive.
    
14. Select install Ubuntu. Don’t give Try. (it will be installed as live OS)
    
15. Now select continue.
    
16. Since we will be creating multiple partitions, select something else. And select continue.
    
17. On the next screen, check the device under “device for bootloader information”. And select continue.
    
18. If it doesn’t show free space in the previous step, select “/dev/sda” and choose the new partition table. (you may have a different name).
    
19. Now place the cursor on the free space label and click on “+” to create a new partition.
    
20. Next step is you need to make the USB detectable by PS4. For that, you need to add the PS4 bootloader to the USB drive. The bootloader file size is around 20MB. So select the size as 20MB. And make the partition as primary, and file system as FAT32. Select mount point as windows, since we will be adding bootloader file from windows.
    
21. Next, we need to create a partition to install Ubuntu. Keep the remaining as it is. Select the partition as primary and file system as the EXT2 file system. It doesn’t need any mount point, so select “/”. And select OK.
    
22. Check whether there are two partitions. One to add bootloader via windows and others to install ubuntu. Place the cursor on the ubuntu partition and click install now.
    
23. It will ask for the swap area, select continue.
    
24. Since we are creating two partitions with a different file system. it is asking for confirmation. Select Continue.
    
25. Now select your region.
    
26. And select the language. And click continue.
    
27. Enter the username and password. Make sure to select log in automatically.
    
28. Now your Ubuntu will be installed. Wait till the installation completes.
    
29. After installation, your screen will look something like this. Press Enter.
    
30. Now the process is complete. shutdown the VM. Go to File > Close.
    
31. Select Power off the virtual machine, and select Ok.
    
32. Now your windows will automatically detect the 20MB partition. Which we created to add the bootloader.
    
33. Open the drive and add the files. You can download the bootloader file from here.
    

Thus you have successfully made a standalone Ubuntu USB drive. Now insert the USB drive in your PS4. And follow the below steps.

Steps to install Ubuntu on PS4

1. Insert the USB Drive, and navigate to settings.
   
2. Now select user guide.
   
3. Select PS4 WebKit playground. Its one of the toolkit to jailbreak/root PS4. Follow these steps to exploit or jailbreak your PS4.
   
4. Select the Linux loader from the main window.
   
5. Now you will see the Linux console. Sometimes you might directly get ubuntu screen. You need a USB keyboard for further steps.
   
6. If you still are not having ubuntu screen, follow the below steps. Type “fdisk -l”. It will list the available partition.
   
7. Now we are going to mount the Ubuntu partition to the main console. Type mount /dev/sdb2 newroot/ and select Enter.
   
8. Now we will be switching the root. Type exec switch_root/newroot/ /newroot/sbin/init
   
9. Now you will get the following message. Press “S”.
   
10. Now the ubuntu will be loaded.
    

Thus you had successfully installed Ubuntu on your PS4. Now you can install Kodi on this ubuntu operating system and enjoy unlimited streaming.

Steps to install Kodi on PS4 using Ubuntu

It is very easy to install Kodi on ubuntu. Follow the below steps to install Kodi on Ubuntu with 4 simple steps.

1. Search for the terminal.
   
2. Type “Sudo apt-get install software-properties-common”
   
3. It will prompt for the user password, and select “YES” when it asks for user permission.
   
4. Type “sudo add-apt-repository ppa:team-xbmc/ppa”
   
5. Type “sudo apt-get update”
   
6. Wait for some time until the update is completed.
   
7. Type “Sudo apt-get install Kodi”
   
8. This process takes a few minutes. And if it asks for any permission give “YES”.
   
9. Now your Kodi has been installed. Search for Kodi. And enjoy unlimited streaming.
   

Advantages of Kodi PS4

• As Kodi is an open-source media player, it enables you to play and stream online video contents with high-quality in PS4 rather than playing games on it.
• With Kodi PS4, now you can record music, view pictures and Podcast via the internet.
• Since Kodi is an HTPC application, it supports all common and familiar languages.

What is the purpose of installing Kodi on PS4?

How to Protect Kodi on PS4 while Streaming?

Frequently Asked Question

1. Is Kodi on PS4 official?

2. Do Kodi and Plex are the same?

3. Which streaming service is right for PS4?

Wrapping Up

Hope you have successfully installed Kodi on your PS4. I hope the tutorial is clear. If you have any issue, do let me know. I would be glad to solve your issue. And during my testing, Kodi runs a bit slow on the PS4 Console. Since there is no proper driver for PS4 hardware. With the proper driver, only you can unleash the full power of Kodi on PS4. I hope the drivers will be available soon. I will update this once I get the proper drivers. And hope this helped you.

Your honest feedback will always motivate me to write more. So share your feedback as comments.

Kodi is a free open-source software that can be downloaded on your Raspberry Pi device and with it you can watch movies, TV shows, live sports, and everything your heart desire. With 6 easy steps you will be able to know how to install Kodi on Raspberry Pi and your Kodi will be up and running in no time. The installation process of Kodi is different for Raspberry Pi First Generation, while installing the best VPN for Kodi on raspberry Pi is a bit tricky method which happens using Zomboided repository.

Things needed to setup Raspberry Pi for Kodi v17.6

Before you jump on to the installation of Kodi on Raspberry Pi, let me tell you about the things that you will need to setup Raspberry Pi. Following peripherals are required for setting up Raspberry Pi:

1. Raspberry Pi device

It is obvious that without the device itself you cannot proceed further. Make sure you buy an up to date Raspberry Pi model, so that you do not get to face any issues related to hardware or OS compatibility.

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The older the Raspberry Pi boards get, their performance starts declining. This is why I recommend users to either optimize their boards or buy the latest Raspberry Pi model.

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2. The Flirc Raspberry Pi case

The Flirc Raspberry Pi case is not an essential need but it is a good thing to have if you plan on binge watching. The reason behind this recommendation is that a Flirc Raspberry Pi case comes with a built-in heat sink, which prevents the board from overheating.

Many users have reported overheating issues and this happens usually because when you are streaming for hours, the board’s performance is fully utilized. Overheating may cause many hardware issues and sometime it can result in a short circuit.

Another reason to opt for a Flicr case is that it gives a great look to your board because of its cool aluminum body. You can keep the board overlocked without worrying about the overheating issues and your board gets a great new look as well.

3. Ethernet cable

A high-speed Ethernet cable is necessary to have, not just for connecting your device to the internet but for also having good bandwidth speed for uninterrupted streaming.

4. HDMI cable

For connecting your Raspberry Pi device to your TV, you will need a HDMI cable. An HDMI cable works better than screen casting because of it does not provide a delayed visual.

5. MicroSD memory card

An external storage is necessary for storing media files on Raspberry Pi. Many users opt for USB drives, which are not fast enough for pulling media files, and sometimes they slow down the system. Using a micro SD card is always a better option than a USB stick.

However, Raspberry Pi does not support every micro SD card. You might a micro SD card along with your Raspberry Pi in the package; check the card well because many a times these cards are of low quality.

You would see Samsung and Kingston cards coming in the packages with Raspberry Pi devices, which are not that efficient. It is better that you use SanDisk cards and that too should be at least 16 GB, to ensure smooth operating experience.

6. Micro USB power adapter

Power adapters are not included in the package when you buy a Raspberry Pi board, which is why you have to buy them separately. Make sure you buy a high-quality power adapter supported by your device because sometimes there are packages offering a few low-grade power adapters along with the Raspberry Pi boards. Such boards do not last long and can damage your board in case of voltage fluctuations.

How to Install Kodi on Raspberry Pi 1 in 6 Steps

1. Open your browser and visit OpenELEC website > Click on Downloads > Scroll down to Raspberry builds. There are separate builds for Raspberry Pi 1, 2, 3, or Zero. Select Raspberry Pi First Generation build (Disk image file) > Download the zip file onto your device.
2. Once the zip file is downloaded, extract the zip file on your device.
3. Now we need to copy the extracted file onto a micro SD card, and for that we need a software called Rufus that creates bootable USB drives. Download the file from the link presented Here.
4. Once downloaded, open Rufus > A box will appear that will require information > Select your SD card from the device option > Click on Disk image located on the box.
5. Now browse for the file that was extracted and select the particular file > Hit the Start button on the box. The file will be written on the SD card.
6. Now remove the SD card and put it back on your Raspberry Pi device. Once the Raspberry Pi device is powered ON, it will automatically boot in to Kodi. Enjoy using Kodi on Raspberry Pi.

How to Install Kodi on Raspberry Pi 2

To install Kodi on Raspberry Pi 2, except for the first step the entire process will remain the same. Open your browser and visit OpenELEC website > Click on the Download tab located at the top > Scroll down to Raspberry Pi builds > Now select Raspberry Pi 2 (Disk image file) and Download the zip file onto your device > Now Continue with step 2 from the above-mentioned guidelines as described for Raspberry Pi First Generation.

How to Install Kodi Krypton v17.6 on Raspberry Pi 3

1. Download the latest version of OSMC Raspberry Pi Installer from their official website i.e. https://osmc.tv/download/.
2. Plug-in the the SD-Card for installing Kodi and execute the OSMC Installer.
3. Select your preferred language > Select Raspberry Pi 2/3 from the drop down list underneath the language box.
4. Now, choose the version of the build you want to install > The optimal choice is to choose the latest build version because it works better.
5. Now choose SD card as the storage media.
6. If you are using an Ethernet cable then select Wired Connection or if you are using a Wi-Fi connection then select Wireless.
7. Make sure that the storage path mentioned is correct.
8. Check mark the license agreement disclaimer and the download will start.
9. As soon as the installation completes, OSMC will be installed on your SD card.
10. After the OSMC is installed on your SD card, you can use this SD card on your Raspberry Pi.
11. Plug in your SD card in your Raspberry device and connect all the peripherals in their respective ports.
12. The system will boot up and the installation will be completed.

How to Install Kodi on Raspbian in 9 Steps

Raspbian is a free operating software for Raspberry Pi device. It is the leading operating system for Raspberry Pi and most commonly used for the device.

1. Install Raspbian Jesse on Raspberry Pi website and open Raspbian once it is installed.
2. Go to Menu > Preferences > Click on Raspberry Pi Configuration.
3. Click on Expand the File System.
4. Now click on Performance tab. If you have Raspberry Pi 1 then you need to select GPU Memory of 128, while you can select 256 GPU Memory for Raspberry Pi 2 and 3. Click YES for Reboot.
5. Now we need to install Kodi on Raspbian. For this, you need to make sure that you are connected to internet Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
6. Click on Terminal icon located at the top > Now copy ‘sudo apt-get update’ exactly and paste it on Terminal > Press Enter > Kodi will take few minutes to install.
7. Once the installation is completed, copy ‘sudo apt-get install kodi’ exactly > Press Enter.
8. Type Y if it asks for you to continue with the installation on the Terminal > Press Enter.
9. Now Go to Menu > Sound and Video > Kodi Media Center > You’re good to use Kodi, Enjoy!

How to Install Raspberry Pi VPN on Kodi Krypton Version 17.6

Installing Raspberry Pi VPN is a not a walk in the park for beginners, but we will discuss in detail on how you can install Raspberry Pi VPN on Kodi Krypton Version 17 in 8 steps. Before you start installing Raspberry Pi VPN on Kodi, you need to create a Raspberry Pi VPN account with any service and then follow the steps below:

1. You need to have a USB flash drive inserted onto your computer.
2. Download Zomboided Repository from Here.
3. Transfer or copy the Zomboided Repository to USB flash drive.
4. Unplug USB from computer and plug it onto your Raspberry Pi device.
5. Go to Porgrams > Add-ons > Get more > Select ellipses ‘…’ Select Ellipses again > Select Install from Zip.
6. Choose the USB flash drive option from the list > Select repository.zomboided.plugins-1.0.0.zip > The repository will take time to install.
7. Go to Add-ons page again > Click on Install from Repository > Select Zomboided Add-on Repository > Click on VPN Manager for OpenVPN > Click on Install.
8. Go to Kodi Home Screen > Add-ons > Program Add-ons > VPN Manager for OpenVPN.
9. A box will appear where you will need to select your desired Raspberry Pi VPN Service > Insert Username and Password > Enjoy.

Make sure you are not signing up or thinking about trying a free VPN for Kodi because they are not reliable and they are not compatible with Raspberry Pi.

How to Install Raspberry Pi VPN on Kodi Jarvis Version 16

The process for installing Raspberry Pi VPN on Kodi Jarvis Version 16 remains the same as for Kodi Krypton Version 17. If you need to install Raspberry Pi VPN, then follow the steps outlined above.

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Raspberry Pi Kodi Download

In order to download Kodi on your Raspberry Pi device, you need to download OpenELEC for your respective Raspberry Pi device, while on the other hand you further require to download Rufus.

1. You can get OpenELEC for your Raspberry Pi device 1, 2, or 3 Here.
2. You can get Rufus software from Here.
3. You can get Raspbian OS from Here.

Other Requirements

Install Kodi On Flash Drive Or Hard Drive

While installing Kodi on Raspberry Pi, you also need to have a micro SD card with an adaptor so that you can easily plug it onto your computer. See this guide for installing kodi on Raspbian Jessie OS.

Raspberry Pi Kodi Alternatives

There are multiple Kodi xbox one alternatives like:

To Wrap Things Up

Install Kodi From Usb Drive

Kodi is the ultimate choice for Raspberry Pi where you can watch tons of media content with ease. In this guide we provided steps on how to install Kodi on Raspberry Pi 1, 2, and 3 with 6 easy steps. The steps for downloading Kodi on Raspberry Pi 2 and 3 are the same, but the step for downloading Kodi on Raspberry Pi First Generation is slightly different. So enjoy Kodi on your Raspberry Pi device.