If you are staring at a void where your game list should be, you are not alone. The PS3 "black screen" issue with PKGi (or its companion, PKGj) is a common hurdle for many users in the homebrew scene.
If all else fails, your PS3's internal file system might be messy. pkgi ps3 black screen
If you encounter a black screen, follow these steps in order: Enable HEN Immediately After Boot : Ensure you select the Enable HEN icon on the XMB before attempting to open PKGi or any game. Verify Configuration Files : Use a file manager like to confirm that your config.txt is correctly located in the PKGi Database Rebuild : If games fail to launch, try booting the PS3 into and selecting Rebuild Database If you are staring at a void where
If you use or PRX Loader :