Is The PS2 Backwards Compatible?

If you’re getting the itch for some nostalgia towards your old PlayStation One games, look no further to the PlayStation 2. You’ve often wondered if the PS2 is backwards compatible with the PSX.

The PlayStation 2 had a fantastic run, selling over 158 million units to date. This has made it the best selling console of all time. Everyone went nuts for the PS2 since it had a DVD player built in. Even your grandmother owns a PS2 for this very reason!

If you have a PS3, all PSX games are backwards compatible so you can put in a PSX game into the PS3 and use the DualShock 3 controller to play the best PSX games.

The PS4 and PS5 have dropped compatibility with PSX games, which is rather unfortunate that Sony does not want to continue the support for the retro consoles. You are able to download your favorite PSX games from time to time thanks to PS Plus and PS Now subscriptions.

The PS2 is backwards compatible with PSX games, it will just depend on the game you’re playing as well as the console revision you have access to.

What Does A PS2 Cost?

If you’re on the hunt for a used fat PS2, it can cost from $50 – $200 online. With prices consistently rising due to inflation and gamers wanting to spend more time at home.

The Slimline PS2 will be slightly more than the original fat model, ranging between $60 and $250 online.

If you’re feeling adventurous, check out your local thrift stores or garage sales. You never know what you might find there for unbelievable prices!

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VIEW PS2 SLIM ON EBAY

If I had to choose, I would personally go for a PS2 fat. They’re more radially available and also cheaper. If you have the 3.5″ expansion bay, you can also soft mod the PS2 and load up PS2 games directly onto a HDD!

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What Does A PS2 Cost?

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