Why you need to buy a Playstation 2 before its too late
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- čas přidán 14. 04. 2024
- The PlayStation 2 rightly has a place in a lot of people's hearts, it's a fantastic console and it's still accessible with a massive library of games. In this video I talk about why it's one of my favourite consoles with my recommended games to start off your collection!
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Always worth mentioning that most modern TVs still have component sockets, which the PS2 supports, you'll only get 480p or 576i but on an OLED the PS2 still looks pretty decent. Or if you're luck enough to have a high end 1080p tv that still has a glorious scart socket, then you're in retro heaven - just make sure to have a dedicated scart, not one of those 3 into 1 converter things.
Yes good point! I started off with a PS2 and a scart plug on my (older) flat screen TV. It's not as good as CRT but if you don't have the space or want to invest in a CRT TV it's perfect to start off with
There now exist adapters which you plug directly into the ps2, and plug the hdmi cable into the adapter. Draws power from the usb port of the ps2. Very handy.
Those internal scalers are really bad, its best to just get a proper upscaler. The problem with most PS2 games are interlaced, though you can force progressive mode with freemcboot*/gsm . Having something that does proper deinterlacing can have some mind blowing results, but devices run expensive (retroGEM HDMI mod, retrothink5x or 4k). For a bit more budget oriented options retrothink also has their 2x devices (I think these are like 80 bucks, not cheap but definitely worthwhile), which get you 90% of the way there. At any rate the results will be a lot better than using any TV scaler or cheapo hdmi converters. Just for specifically PS2 you kind of want one a bit better due to the advanced deinterlacing options.
For more information My Life in Gaming has made hours and hours of video explaining all sort of minutae about analog video as related to gaming, though some of those episode are a bit old now.
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In my experience (in the USA) modern TVs don't have any analog inputs anymore. Have to keep around some older displays or do HDMI mods to keep older consoles easily playable with good quality. You can sometimes find 1080p displays with both analog and digital inputs at auctions for good deals. I got a large NEC P462 monitor at an auction that has basically every port/signal known to man (BNC adapters needed for some) and will be hanging on to it for dear life.
@@hugevibez Yeah sadly the PS2 doesn't look very good without a good deinterlacer on a flatscreen, it's one of those consoles that looked the best in RGB on the later CRT models. I use the Retrotink 5x from Mike, and it looks very good on my OLED. But it's a costly route to go with linedoublers and scalers, anything below the OSSC is not worth it IMO. The quality will suffer a lot, it's then better to find a cheap CRT instead.
I’m building up my PS2 game collection. For a collection, the whole game is on the disc and no danger of the servers being turned off, it’s a winner
emulation...
The ps2 xbox and gamecube era is possibly the best. I have been collecting for the gamecube and early 360 since those were the ones I primarily grew up with. I had a PS2 as well since my parents managed to get me a used one for dirt cheap. One of my favorite PS2 games is Dragon Quest 8... or just Dragon Quest as it was known in Europe 😂
I do agree! I think something that the following generations missed is that experimental and fun element to gaming. The PS3 and 360 felt a bit more like a money making machine with far too many FPS games.
Late last gen was my favourite - had many late nights on apex & wow, something i miss. As modern games are lacking and have been for years, I’m playing lots of ps2 rn
@@heart_of_a_daedra3649 I do think that we are overall in the best time for gaming. The only thing that is lacking is that the Triple A games that feel larger than life are really below expectations right now. Like, young kids now won't get to experience games being released at the technological peak at the time that are legit amazing, with few exceptions like Elden Ring etc.
@@Lydgendary I think the reason why games back then were so fun was that the budgets were low enough for them to take risks, whilst still feeling like technological marvels since that was the best graphics we had ever seen.
Thats only your nostalgia talking.
That PS2 era will never be matched with the variety of games that were available. I bought the OG ps2 in 2002 just to play GTA 3 plus it was a DVD player! Then when PS3 came out i neglected the ps2 but lately I've gone back and modded my slim so i can enjoy games i never got to play. Great video👍
Try the predator game
Best console generation IMO. If you were lucky enough to own them all you really were winning.
PS2 was the workhorse, all 3rd party games were released on it and it had great exclusives and the most accessible.
Gamecube was like the weird artist, it didn't release a lot but the games it did release were all incredible.
Xbox was the online/multimedia beast. Transformed the way we gamed with online and using it as a PC living room media player.
Man, what a time I had back then...
Absolutely loved all three consoles including the GBA during that era. Heck, I'm still discovering games for it like the Burnout and Fatal Frame games. Though now I play them via PCSX2.
"All of them"
(Doesn't mention Dreamcast)
🤔🤔
But you're right, the sixth gen systems all have a reason to own them, unlike now where PS5 games are also on PS4 and PC, or Xbox games also being on PC and other platforms.
7th was the last generation I personally think is worth owning all systems, or even ANY systems for that matter. Switch is the last one to truly have exclusives and incentive to own.
@@BlueEyedVibeChecker Yo, I forgot about the Dreamcast too. And shame on me since I absolutely loved it.
GAMEBOY ADVANCE, GAMEBOY SP, PSP AND NINTENDO DS LITE I HAD ALL OF THE CONSOLES FROM THE EARLY 2000's.... WE DIDNT KNOW WE WERE IN THE BEST ERA OF GAMING.
@SP-vl1jh I had a Nintendo 64 as well... man, my house was the go to spot after school and on the weekends. I was loaded with infinite games.
Thank you for this excellent video, a real injection of nostalgia and a wonderful trip down memory lane. So refreshing to find a gaming enthusiast channel that doesn't include any swearing.
I really enjoy your content, it is always down to earth and to the point commentary. Keep up the good work:)
Thanks so much! 🥰
I'm just getting back into Need for Speed Underground 2!!! 🎉❤😊😊😊 still got my ps2 slim and 60 gb ps3 which I've just got out of the cupboard!! Happy days 😊wish u all the best 👍
the 5500 fat model is the one I highly recommend getting because not only does it have an expansion bay for storing games onto but also because it can be soft modded with Mechapwn to unlock it to play games from any region and also to play backup ps1 games which is extra important since the ps2 plays orginal playstation games flawlessy at their native resolutions. crispy scanlines if you still own a CRT television.
That's the PS2 model I own. And you're right, it is the best one to own. It was the final fat model to release before they went to the PS2 Slim.
What a Fantastic Video, I'm very please that Threads recommended it it to me 🙂 I love that you've highlighted so of my own favorite PS2 Titles (Big Up the OG Yakuza Massive!) as well the 1st Two Kingdom Hearts Games (You know when they were actually fun to play & not a massive headache to understand) My personal line in the sand for retro is they much argued, 20 years old marker. so I would certainly say that the PS2 is now Retro. Crackin' Video. can't wait to watch the next One 🙂
Thank you for your lovely comment, so glad to hear you enjoyed the guides 😊
Great video very helpful .Great information . Good games I ain’t know about and want to add to my collection 😊❤🎉
I still have my original one that I got for Christmas in 2000, and other than the disc tray sticking a bit, it still works fine.
Thank you for mentioning Yakuza! Love the series & highly recommend it for anyone starting the series & too fully dive in more into the series, I'd also recommend Yakuza 0 for the PS4 to know more about every character's backstories to understand more lore in the future games. I''ll subscribe because you mentioned Peak! :D
I bought a PS2 on launch which feels a very long time ago now. Definitely worth experiencing owning one once in your lifetime!
I got an OG PS2 a year ago and since then building a collection of over 40+ games is super easy.
Most games going between $10-15-20ish in box (with the manual usually) is generous for those wanting to build a library in an affordable manner.
However, you may occasionally run into a game that’ll be more like $30-40 if it’s a little more sough-after.
Wow, incredible timing. I just got a ps2 slim on the weekend.
That is very good timing 🤣 hope some of the suggestions are useful!
Nice to see you and another one of your new videos! It's been a minute and still playing my PS2 in 2024👍🎮🎮👍
Must play God of War games, Resident Evil 4, Metal Gear, Shadow of the Colossus, and GTA.
Same here, just got one yesterday and a bundle of games. GT3 and GT4 were in the bundle as well as GTA Vice City amongst others
@@MatrixtruesaiyanOh man this games are so amazinggg! You will no regret! I have Mgs2 and 3! What a games! God of war 2 excellent! RE4 Wowwww!
Great video Lyds! A legendary console generation that I'm glad to still own.
Particular games I'd add to the pile are:
the Crystal Dynamics era Tomb Raider games (fav version of Lara Croft)
the absolutely stellar TimeSplitters games
the Lord of the rings games that sit firmly atop the movie tie-in list.
Both Gran Turismo and NFS peaked on the PS2, as did Metal Gear. One game I don't see a lot of people talk about was Rumble Racing, a kind of hybrid between NASCAR and a kart racer with lots of big stuntable jumps and powerups.
Thanks Robin! 🫶
And some great recommendations too, there really are too many to list and I definitely forgot a lot 🤣
Great video! It's always fun to hear someone talking about random video games and a most and much beloved console. Lol on the Sims though because I used to trap mine in a room and let them eventually succumb to whatever the hell they decided to do. Be it dying of starvation or shocking themselves with a toaster in the pool. But overall great job you've earned yourself a sub keep up the great work!
Acquired one at the time of launch. Still have it working. Hundreds of games.
I still own mine that I bought back in 2000. It's the original model not the slim. I've managed to figure out how to clean the inside from dust and debris and keep it running like new. Sadly the Gamestop near me stopped selling the preowned games several years ago but they may still sell the controllers and accessories like power cables and A/V cords. I havent't been inside a store in a while. I own a few classics like Final Fantasy X and X-2, Silent Hill 2,3,4, and Shattered Memories, The Suffering, The Suffering: Ties That Bind, a couple Burnout games, God Of War 2, and several others.
Just found your channel . Enjoy your style an videos like these that are more simple just talking about the title !
I would recommend the warriors by rockstar games,the game has a dark grimy atmosphere and really captures the new York crime ridden feel of the late seventies.
Absolutely my friend, its a great game.😊
Just stumbled onto this video. Well done. I love my PS2. Still my favourite. Just subbed.
Thanks for the sub 🥰
My original PS1 from 2001 still works. I remember the PS2 Eyetoy camera in which your movements controlled the game play it was ahead of it's time in many ways being release several years before the the Wii.
Yes! I really wish PlayStation would do more fun gimmicky add-ons.
Yh I miss those PS2 PS3 camera games like eyepet plus games like Buzz and singstar
My launch PS2 broke within 6 months but still I've owned a PS2 nearly the entire 23 years.
I actually have 4 now. 2 fat and 2 slim.
@@Gamesta100 different colours 👍🏻
I've got four PS2s. A few of them still have dedicated screens attached to them for portability.
6:29 I remember I bought Ratchet and Clank, God of War, and Lego Star Wars for a total of $5. Three games for the price of one.
The original units are built tough, mine hit the deck after being tangled and nothing loose inside still works like a charm after all these years.
Kinda cheeky title...but VERY enjoyable nonetheless!!! I didn't know The Black Eyed Peas did the Urbs soundtrack!!! 🤩🤩🤩
I'd have to disagree with the FOMO premise of getting a PS2 "before it's too late". PS2 consoles have pretty much been flatlined for years, in terms of pricing - because there are so many of them (158 million to be exact). Don't REALLY think the needle is going to be moving anytime soon. Games - yes - depending can be VERY pricey. Marvel vs Capcom 2 STILL commands a hefty price tag. But, MOST games are dirty cheap.
Lydgendary...your videos are great!! You might wanna add some video to garner intrigue. I like your style & your perspective is VERY welcome in the gaming space!!! Liked & subbed. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
PS. You might wanna look into the Retro Gem. Moving forward, I think it's going to become increasingly difficult to achieve a great picture with analogue video (component/scart included!!!) without a scaler. The Retro gem solves this problem. PS2's video is NOT that great to begin with... 🤷🏾♂🤷🏾♂🤷🏾♂
Hello, ive just seen your channel,and talking about the PS2,i own a few consoles myself ,any car game i like playing on the machine.GTA 3 is one is my favourite.
Destroy all humans is soooo much fun. I never played it on the ps2 but I played the remakes and I love them.
Great vid lyd!
I got crazy taxi and Yakuza 2 on your recommendation and I love them. Keep on keeping on oh sister of the microchip and the sprite! ❤
So glad to hear you loved them!!
I still have the PS2 I've owned since like 2002. Countless childhood memories, plus i used it as my dvd player until like 2020 and it still works great. Also doubles as a PlayStation 1. Probably the most value I've ever gotten out of 200 bucks.
Hello where did you get the storage cabinet to your right? I have acquired quite a collection and I'm looking for storage solutions.
Great vid. I love my ps2. I picked up symphony of the night a few years ago for about £100. Its crazy money now. Get in there while you can people.
Hi I just found the channel and just subbed now
I completely agree
if it's on your mind, definitely pick one up
Also, PS2 and PS3 games are starting to get up in prices
plz note that I said "starting" but they're definitely going up
among many other factors, there is also the factor of TV and streaming shows coming out that are based on these games which shoves a whole new group of people into the big bin of "competition" for us (as buyers)
so, definitely pick it up
One of your best vids great delivery tempo. I'm giving my PS2 so much TLC after this 😂💫🙌🎮
Ah thanks so much! I'm hoping to do more like this 😊 glad it got you to give the PS2 some love too!
Since i use the PS2 emulator i dont even need my old PS2 Slim anymore. Its a great experience to play this old games on 2560x 1440p
This. No one should be paying these markups for old games. Especially when they play better on emulators. Higher framerate, higher resolution, customizable controls, and your choice of controller.
@@TheRyanshamowski for sure. Suck tripe clickbait
emulation is fine, but a) not everyone has a computer that will run some emulators nicely, and b) sometimes people enjoy the original hardware and game experience and that's fine too. The markups for retro stuff is insane because, well, the market is what it is unfortunately @@TheRyanshamowski
@@PrecisioneticaYeah I prefer the actual console. I don't like emulators. It feels bootleg.
@@hadesmcfadden2982I used to play all the ps2 GameCube Wii U ps3 xbox360 games good some lag here and there with just a ryzen 3 and 8 gb of ram so a budget system can do emulate really good
I look up to your work. Thaks.
I picked up an old PS2 a couple of years ago to remind myself how it was, got it dirt cheap plus controllers and memory cards. Got a bunch of classic games including Manhunt and Jet Li Rise to Power. Had a lot of fun. PS2 and then XBox 360 were peak gaming periods for me.
PS2 and GTA: Vice City. What a sweet and nostalgic times. I want them back so badly☺️
Good video, Miss! I personally own 2 PS2 consoles. (3 if you count the PS3 fat 😂) so much nostalgia with that generation.
I allways liked the compilation titles for PS2 there was loads capcom collection 1 and 2 come to mind enjoying your video😊
Super video,I sold my original PS2 when I got the PS3.But purchased a boxed PS2 in stunning condition back in 2020,so glad I did.Hate to say it but think the PS3/360 era is retro
I have missed your videos and your smile
The almighty PS2. I am getting a region modded ps2 in a few weeks. Gonna use an upscaler to get the signal to my hdtv. Pricey. But worth it for the GOAT.
PS would love to have you on my podcast sometime.
Omg, thank you for talking about rez. Forgot i had it for dreamcast. Quids in!!!
I got a PS2 some years ago just to play Silent Hill 2 and 3 and have gradually built up the collection. Good other games here too.
I like your video.
How may different types or Versions of PlayStations are their ?
I'm lucky I bought quite a few of these back in the day and now I'm looking at the prices and thinking I might sell them haha
Aye-a-way! Spent so much time with Ratchet and Clank. Also Hot Shots Golf (I think 3?). The great thing is all the games are self contained. Everything you needed was on the disc. Duel Masters was good. Legends of Dragoon. Spy Hunter. Cookies and Cream. Just an amazing system.
I love the open world games such as the 3d GTA series, Getaway and True Crime. I suppose it started with Driver 1 and 2 on the PS1. I've been using Popstarter on the PS2 to play my old PS1 games off a USB drive. PS2rd came in handy to reconfigure the controls for Need for Speed High Stakes. I can now use the right analogue stick for acceleration and breaking and the left for steering.
Still got mine, got one game I never played on it - X-Files , watching this vid I now gotta look for it and set it up 🤘
God of War 1 + 2... Final Fantasy XII... GTA San Andreas... Mercenaries... So many fond memories!
I still have a PS2 slim and selection of PS2 and 1 games. Tried PS3 but for me the lack of backwards compatibility was a killer with the collection I had.
Great video. Love your accent btw.
The big ps2 was always my fave, the one in the vid here was the proper og with the lan port that was removed in later models i believe. I still have 2 set up with the lan for the likes of 2 player, 2 screen time crisis and a few rts games
Good advice ! Ps2 certainly hosted great games. Maximo, The Getaway, Midway Arcade Treasures to name a few. Super video. Liked and connected 👍🏻
I bought a Sony Trinitron crt tv 3 weeks ago and now Im currently learning how to play PS2 games off a micro sd card, I love the PS2 so much.
Also to pick up the RetroTINK 2x-Pro and HD retrovision cables for the best experience on a newer TV.
Great list. The Sly games.. Hitman,Max Payne and Nfs MW and Def Jam. By far some of the best Ps2 games.
Backwards compatible with PS1 games too!. Many more to get, you might like to seek out - Resident Evil series, Silent Hill series, Burnout series, Devil May Cry series, Colin McRae, Dead or Alive, Star Wars Star Fighter, Smuggler's Run, if you have a CRT and light guns, the Time Crisis games.
I fairly recently (i think earlier this year) was thinking about getting a PS2 again for some specific games i want to play again. I thought about and decided the original PS3 might be the better option that way I can play PS1-3 games with that 1 console.
I do agree with what u said about the ps2 though back in the day i had the original "fat" PS2 then i got the slim once it broke. Looking back the original looks so nice, some how it kinda does look sleeker even though it's so much bigger. Thinking bout it that version of the PS2 is one of the nicer/nicest looking consoles.
Also; good informative video just found your channel/video
That's a good point about backwards compatibility, I never actually used my PS3 for older games but the controller is basically the same so it wouldn't feel weird lol.
OG PS2 model just feels a bit more minimalist even though it's bigger!
Welcome to the channel btw!
LOVED Rez back in the day
I still have my PS2 and love to boot it up and play the oldies. Great point on the prices still being decent! Some games like Siren are in the hundreds of USD, but others are definitely cheap. Yet still amazing games. Rayman 2 The Great Escape I have for N64 and it is the best Rayman game of all
I have a modded PS2 paired with components cables + Retrotink 5xPro upscaler, games look great upscaled to 1080p on the large OLED TV.
I still have my 30001 model from 2000. Just modded it for Hard Drive and have about 200 games on it. If the disc drive ever fails at least I can still use it.
I have the OG PS3 which plays PS1/2 games. One of my favourite PS2 games is Futurama. Bought it recently for a friend. Not sure if it's just that I'm a huge Futurama fan that I loved the game so much. I'd like to hear what people thought of it who've played it but were not fans of the show.
You finished off strong with that Urbz game
I seriously need to get a PS2 added to my collection, I have the xbox, gamecube & dreamcast. This generation of gaming was golden 🤗✨️💚
I have my PS2 game back ups just in case for my emulator just in case. I'm noticing my console was giving me issues. But I still go back and play some of its exclusives in my library.
I still have my original launch PS2 and it still works perfectly, they dont build them like that anymore plus get the HDD adapter and a free mcboot memory card and you can do all sorts with it
Soul Caliber 2, Soul Caliber 3, THPS 1-4, THPS Underground 1,2, Midway Arcade Treasures, Midway Arcade Treasures volume 2,3,4, SNK NEO GEO Metal Slug collection, Capcom Collection volume 1, and all thegreat ps1 games like Die Hard Trilogy, THPS 1-3, etc.
Had a PlayStation 2.... Still got a slim one hooked up to a CRT TV 👍
Ive also just got myself an awesome bundle of over 400 games including some proper rare ones worth hundreds!
PS2 fat with an internal SSD running through the CRT is my jam!
my PS2 is my favorite of all my consoles, the fact it plays PS1 games too is an awesome bonus!
The PS2 can also be modded to store and play games off a hard drive using the network adapter and a program stored in the memory card.
You can still find everything required for modifying the PS2 online.
Modifying also extends the life of the PS2 being it greatly reduces wear on the PS2 lens.
It can play emulators too
@@Matrixtruesaiyan Wow. I think I left the scene before the emulators but recently returning to my modded PS2 I was surprised to see a community still thriving with greater advancements.
I recently hooked up my old PS2 got some modern wireless controllers and have been having a blast. Graphics on the early side of the library aren't much better than PS1 but by the end they were approaching PS3 level, especially games that supported progressive scan and higher resolutions. Load times tend to be bad from Disc, but the biggest problem is it was an awkward time in gaming history where everything went 3D, but controls were yet to be standardized. If you can overlook bad camera angles and non intuitive control schemes there is still a lot of fun to be had in the PS2 library. A lot of creativity and numerous games styles they either died off or never took off. The library is full of mediocre games, but not the volume of shovelware we saw on the WII. There truly are some gems abd you hit about some of the big ones. My challenge is committing to playing a game on the PS2 that was released on say the XBOX or game cube because those versions were slightly better. Also some of the classics have been remastered and easy to play with modern graphics and controls on newer consoles. But I think every gamer should own one and was an important time in gaming history
Great video!
If you have unlimited box storage space, yes. If not, I would mod a ps3, get a decent internal and external hard drive and store ps1, ps2 (mod works on any ps3 system) and ps3 games on them.
I think box and cd/dvd preservation isn’t important, but the data on them is.
Yes you can store them on a modded ps2 and hard drive, but I find that process more cumbersome and problematic.
I just love the PS2. I love that era because of all the great RPGs and platformers. Games didn't have those legal contracts you now have to sign to play games nowadays. I think it's my favorite system.
I still have my launch day ps2 in box everything and it still works. I used it hard too as main DVD player and console for YEARS and it outlasted my OG Xbox, my Fatty ps3 and the slim reissue.
I liked playing the silent hill games on PS2
Same here
The reason I still want a ps2
I bought a ps2 last week from a charity shop for 25 quid and went down to cex for silent hill 2, couldn't believe it was 60quid and I couldn't afford it. Luckily my brother had it stashed and gave me it. True story. But I'm so happy I can play maximo and SH2. Happy days.
@@paulmidgley8040 silent hill games are very expensive I have the Vita game and the sell on value is incredible
I just recently picked up a broken PS2 from eBay for around $30. Hoping to get it going again soon. I suspect the power supply needs capacitors or the fuse replaced. I haven't opened it up yet. I picked up a 50001 fat model as it's one of the most moddable models, and if you can run games off a hard drive or flash drive you don't have to worry about your disc drive laser failing or your discs rotting/scratching and becoming unplayable as much.
I didn't have a PS2 growing up, not even sure if I ever played one. I had a GameCube so I know some of the games of that era but not all of them. I'm hoping to find some fun 2D games on PS2. It seems like 3D games were most of what people played on PS2, but I'd like to find some 2D platformers or shmups ideally. I may also play some rhythm games like Taiko no Tatsujin or Pop'n Music.
Oh in terms of hidden Gems I recommend this game called Metal Arms Glitch in the System, this was a game my older brother and I found out exsisted way after the PS2's lifespan.
I've never heard of it! Going to check it out now 😍
The Gameplay screenshots remind me a lot of Slave Zero! It's on the Dreamcast, I'd recommend checking out if you can access it, it's a fun game!
I have this. Its okay to me.
hi. nice video, well explained
I still have mine. It’s in mint condition as I didn’t use it long before upgrading.
I've got the pink slimline one with 2 controllers and they are going for £160 in CEX atm :O
Wipeout Fusion was pretty epic for this console. .. also, does anyone else remember when the first ps2 consoles were released they used to play the blue backed games? Then after sometime the laser failed on the machine, then the blue games would only play when the machine was flipped upside down and then after more time it refused to play the blue discs, decent console though.
Im pretty clueless when it comes to knowing about consoles but I brought ps2 several months ago cos as much as the ps4 look great I just cant gel with it. I m very ol skool anyway . Now I have more time on my hands I am looking for games Gran Turismo and good platform games..I brought the same one you suggested for £80 from a retro store...thanks for your upload..really interesting
Thankfully, I kept all my ps1 Ps2 and Ps3 games and collected various versions of consoles along the way. I play ps1 and 2 on my OG Ps3's and must recommend SSX and SSX tricky with Beastie boys DJ in charge of Trickys awesome soundtrack.
Scarface: The World Is Yours. One of the best games based on a film, and a game that was kinda ahead of its time and still holds up pretty good.
PS2 has support for older PS1 games, although the emulation of those games are generally not very good compared to the original PS1. But for what it's worth, PS2 does support the ability to play old games through Sony emulation and that's a good way to play those games aswell as the PS2 game titles. Technically unlocking two consoles game libraries the PS1 and the PS2. Aswell as the ability to play CD and DVD content like movies or song discs, it's a lot of fun to use the PlayStation 2 as it has a great variety of things one could use it for including turning it into a computer for example a Windows, Linux, Ubuntu computer. That's what makes the PS2 so unique.
Yes great point!
I have a PS2 slim, timesplitters 2 and future perfect were alot of fun.
Time splitters has been in my collection forever and I've never managed to get around to playing it 😭
@Lydgendary I highly recommend its fun with the ai teams o n multiplayer. I lobed how they changed the Chinese restaurant multipalyer level between 2 and future perfect. Virus and Flame tag is cool. I got an xbox and bought them to enjoy through backwards compat. But the old controls are so hard to get used to know. I did make a cool Egyptian level on future perfects map maker.
immediately noticed skies of arcadia on the shelf BEST GAM
One of my regrets was selling my PS2 slim in a car boot sale, 11 years ago. I did last year find my original Xbox in the loft though.
I grew up with the PS2 and great memories with it as well. On that note, i do have to say that i came to a realization that the PS2 isn't as powerful as the OG Xbox or any other consoles released for it at the time. So now I've been collecting those era games for the other platforms to get the best "specs" in the respective consoles BUT i wasn't going to give up on it at all and now im focusing on exclusive titles to the PS2 console, which i think makes much more sense for me.
Love the PS2 Fat model! Durable and looks like an old server. Don't have the time or money to collect for "another" console, so I just went the HDD way.
Great video makes me want to play my PS2 again. The original PS2 is much more reliable as have had multiple slims break on me after just a short period of time.
sharks tale,surfs up,finding nemo and so many cool kids games i bought my son on this console ,he had over 70 games .
Yeah, that original chunky PlayStation🎮2 is just so beautiful...🤘🏼💯✔️