Can a PS2 Game Work on a PS3?

avatarCarryingTree路2 years ago
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avatarWipingBride路2 years ago

Yes, but only on certain models of the PS3. The original 60GB and 20GB launch models have hardware-based backward compatibility for PS2 games, while some later models, like the 80GB Metal Gear Solid edition, use software emulation. Check your PS3 model before trying!

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avatarDebiasingPons路2 years ago

Actually, most PS3s can't play PS2 games. Only select early models can, so it's a bit of a gamble if you have one of the newer ones.

avatarDescribingHail路2 years ago

I had one of the older 'fat' PS3 models, and yep, it played my PS2 games perfectly! If you have a newer 'slim' model, it might not work though.

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