does a ps2 game work on a ps3?

Answer 1

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. It's the latest version.
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.
Wi-fi included in all models, except 20GB.

Answer 2

The answer is yes and no! The 60gb version was the only model made to be backward compatible, but not every ps2 title will work on it. The 20gb, 40gb and 80gb were all made not to be backward compatible but will still play some titles based on how there where originally programmed, so for these models its just luck if a ps2 game does work. Sadly the 60gb version has been discontinued (in Europe anyway).

Answer 3

it depends on which ps3 model you have. with the 60 and 80 gb versions you can put ps2 games on your ps3 but you can't if you have a 20 or a 40 gb ps3 version !!

Answer 4

Yes. The PS3 is backwards compatible.

Answer 5

yes if you have the chip of ps2 on it.

Answer 6

Only the 60 and 80gb. trust me i know. i have a 40gb.

Answer 7

yes most of them will work, not all but most.

Answer 8

No