Which PS3 Models Are Backwards Compatible?
Only the original 20GB and 60GB PS3 models (also known as the 'fat' PS3) have full hardware-based backwards compatibility with PS2 games. If you're looking to play your old PS2 collection, these are the models to hunt down!
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The 80GB 'fat' PS3 model also offers backwards compatibility, but it's through software emulation, meaning it won't work with all PS2 games. Stick to the 20GB or 60GB models for the best results.
The later 'slim' and 'super slim' PS3 models dropped backwards compatibility completely. Sorry, folks, those won't play your PS2 discs!
Speaking from experience, only the 20GB and 60GB models gave me no problems with my vast collection of PS2 classics. They鈥檙e old, but still gold!
Honestly, the best PS3 model for backwards compatibility is the OG 'fat' ones, specifically the 60GB. Anything else, and you're rolling the dice.
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