Getting the Most for Your Technology Dollar
Getting the Most for Your Technology Dollar: Can PS3 Play PS2 Games?
If you’re like me, you probably have trouble keeping up with the latest technology. Even if you can have the latest and greatest product, you may find it financially irresponsible to throw out your old stuff just because you get new stuff. The problem becomes finding platforms for the old stuff to run on. This is especially true for gaming systems. Can PS3 play PS2 games? Let’s find out.
A Revolution
When PS3 came out it set off a revolution in gaming. The graphics and capabilities blew previous iterations out of the water. The good news and the bad news is that it replaced a very popular platform: PS2. This was good news because of the new features and crisp clarity of the graphics. It was bad news for all those PS2 users who had all those games that were now virtually obsolete. So many of those games asked the question of Sony, can PS3 play PS2 games? The answer appears to be yes and no.
Different Versions
The original versions of the PS3 did come with some compatibility. If you got the original 20gb version many of those original games were usable. This is also true of the 60 gb version. They offered the best backward compatibility. However, newer versions are more problematic.
When Sony tweaked the platform they initially got rid of the backward compatibility. The 40gb iteration offers no compatibility. After many complaints they offered a software update for their 80gb version so that PS2 games could be played again. Can PS3 play PS2 games? It depends on which version you have.
How can I know?
There are two easy ways to find out of you have a compatible game console. First, check the number of USB ports on the front. If you have four, you’re probably okay. If you have two you’re probably not. This is the easiest way to find out.
Also, check the model number on the back. It is a number beginning CECH. If you have CECHA, B, C, or E, you have compatibility. CECHA and CECHB have special hardware that allows gameplay whereas CECHC and CECHE uses software to emulate PS2 play. This latter iteration is more problematic as it does not always work smoothly, so be aware of this.
If you have a large collection of PS2 games it is good to find out if you have compatibility before you purchase your new system. Knowing what to buy can save a lot of frustration in the long run. Can PS3 play PS2 games? Know the answer before you buy. You’ll be glad you did.
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