Hey. I am thinking about asking for a PS3 for christmas and was wondering if it can play PS2 games. More specifically, i have all the guitar hero games for PS2 and am wondering if the guitar controller is compatible with the PS3 system.
2007-11-29 08:18:29 · 11 answers · asked by acgindy 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Games & Gear ➔ PlayStation
The 40 GB version of the PS3 can't PS2 games. Even though the 80 GB can, you should refer to the link below to determine if your games will work with the PS3 version that you own.
The guitar controller of Guitar Hero 1 and 2 use the normal controller port that the PS2 uses, but the PS3 doesn't have a standard PS2 controller port. So you won't be able to use those controllers unless your purchase a USB to PS2 controller adapter that I believe Nyko has released.
2007-11-29 08:23:28 · answer #1 · answered by macuis 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
only the 80 and 60 gb will play the playstation 2 games. the new 40gb will not play the older games. This is stated on the back of each the boxes.
both the 60 and 80 are 499.99 ( if you can find the 60 ) the 40 is 399.99.
2007-11-29 16:28:06 · answer #2 · answered by Leslie C 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1). 20GB has no chrome trim, no memory card reader and no wi-fi. Not manufactured anymore. Has the best backwards compatibility with PS2 games due to Emotion Engine (PS2's CPU) and Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's GPU) installed.
2). NTSC 60GB has the same backwards compatibility as 20GB versio, also has memory card reader and wi-fi. Has a chrome trim.
3). 80GB - extended memory, but reduced backwards compatibility with PS2 games, it has only Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's GPU). Around 80% of PS2 games can be played. Available only in NTSC regions.
4). 40GB - can't play PS2 games at all (all PS2 chips were removed), has 2 USBs instead of 4, no memory card reader, has wi-fi. Avalable in black and white colors. White is on sale only in Japan. Uses 65nm technology (lower power consumption). Improved cooling system.
5). PAL 60GB - reduced backwards compatibility with PS2 games. it has only Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's GPU). Around 80% of PS2 games can be played.
Backwards compatibilty check:
Europe - http://faq.eu.playstation.com/bc/
US - http://www.us.playstation.com/Support/Co...
2007-11-29 18:27:15 · answer #3 · answered by Bull Goose Loony 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes you will be able to play ps2 games on ps3 but not ps3 on ps2 also ui think the controler will work but im not sure
2007-11-29 16:50:46 · answer #4 · answered by abazzebica@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes but only on the 60GB & 80GB versions,the 40GB PS3 does not play PS2 games.
2007-11-29 16:34:44 · answer #5 · answered by D.R.E. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most systems can play the older version games for that system. For Playstation 3, yes...it can play Playstation 2 games.
2007-11-29 16:22:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes it can, but it also cost space on your PS3's hard drive if you don't but a memory card holder which plugs in to where you charge it.
2007-11-29 16:23:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
it can play the games but i dont think its compatible with conmtrollers
2007-11-29 16:21:38 · answer #8 · answered by That guy that stands over there 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
2007-11-29 16:25:35 · answer #9 · answered by Celest Guardian 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
the one that they are selling now for the $399 price does not!!!!!!!!!beware!
2007-11-29 16:22:08 · answer #10 · answered by blackjanuary 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋