So I'm thinking about asking for a PS3 for Christmas, and I already have a PS2. Is it true that you can't play PS2 games on the 40 GB PS3 and only on the 80 GB or 60 GB one? I want to make sure I mention the right one to get.
2007-11-30 06:42:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Consumer Electronics ➔ Games & Gear ➔ PlayStation
This question is an often one, so that's my cut & paste answer:
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 version, 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...
2007-11-30 09:50:46 · answer #1 · answered by Bull Goose Loony 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sadly it is true! My daughter works at a game store here in the UK, and the only PS3's that will play ANY PS1or PS2 games are being phased out. If you can get your hands on a 60 or 80gb, that will be your better option. The 40gb PS3 is useless if you want to play PS1 or PS2 games.
2007-11-30 16:44:46 · answer #2 · answered by Susan T 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the 40GB PS3 does not play PS2 games but it does play PS1 games. Get the 80GB if you want to play your PS2 games.
Almost all PS2 games work on the 80GB PS3. Although games like Guitar Hero don't work, I think.
I don't know if there has been an update to let you play that but anyway get the 80GB. Better yet get the 60GB if you can find it in a store near you. Because the 60GB plays 98% of PS2 games. The 80GB plays 85% os PS2 games.
2007-11-30 15:07:52 · answer #3 · answered by Avatar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah the PS3 can play PS2 games even if its the 40 GB.
2007-11-30 15:08:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
OK everyone, the 40 gig is NOT backward compatable with PS2 games. It will NOT play PS2 games. How does everybody think it does? Do a little research on it and you will see it doesn't, that's why it is only 399.
2007-11-30 15:49:41 · answer #5 · answered by hammer2much 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, PS2 games should work on ALL PS3 systems. HOWEVER, you may have some problems with things like Bluetooth Headsets, controllers, etc.
There is a PS2 patch available for download that is supposed to help with things like this.
2007-11-30 15:34:31 · answer #6 · answered by DougDoug_ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
some people said u could but i hope so to cause i might get one and i have like 40 ps2 games
2007-11-30 15:06:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋