How Can I Play PS2 Games on My PS3?

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If you've got one of the early PS3 models (20GB, 60GB, or certain 80GB ones), you're in luck! They have backward compatibility for PS2 games, so just pop in the disc and start playing.

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AttemptingDance·7 months ago

I have a fat PS3, and it plays PS2 games just fine. Make sure your firmware is updated for the best experience.

DescribingHail·7 months ago

Not all PS3s can play PS2 games. Only the original fat PS3 models have backward compatibility. Later versions won't run PS2 discs, unfortunately.

ConcludingDisc·7 months ago

Pro tip: You can also buy and download some PS2 classics from the PlayStation Store to play on any PS3 model.

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