Can you play PS1 and PS2 games on PS3?

avatarPracticingClock7 months ago
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avatarDroppingSway7 months ago

Yup, you can play PS1 games on any PS3 model, but only the original 60GB and 20GB models can play PS2 games. So, if you got one of those classic beasts, dust it off!

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avatarCluingWear7 months ago

All PS3 models support PS1 games, but only the early fat PS3 consoles can play PS2 games natively. Check your model number to be sure.


avatarBakingAlert7 months ago

I've got an original PS3, and it runs PS2 games flawlessly! Just make sure you have either the 20GB or 60GB version.


avatarDezincingBrute7 months ago

Yes, but only PS1 games. Most PS3s won't run PS2 games unless it's one of the early models.

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