Is there any reason to keep my PS2? - Blu-ray Forum

Slackr89 · 07-19-2007, 07:08 AM

Ive owned a PS3 since January, and i've been thinking....is there really any need for my PS2? Should i sell it for like 50 bucks and buy a game or a couple BD's? what do you think.

gamer4eva · 07-19-2007, 08:15 AM

I don't know man i mean was kinda bought up with my PS2 as it was my first console i'am only keeping it for this reason although i don't play it nomore you could sell it cause everything that PS2 can play so can the PS3 except for a few crappy old games but who plays them neways me recommendation sell it

Zaphod · 07-19-2007, 09:15 AM

I would say this: It depends.

It depends which PS3 you have. If you have the US or Japan version then I would say ditch the PS2 since the PS3 has the same hardware for running PS2 games. If you have a European version with the software emulation for PS2 games then you might want to keep it around if you consistantly play your PS2 games. Me personally as soon as I got my PS3 I sold my PS2.

w_tanoto · 07-19-2007, 10:11 AM

YES:
PS2 can be modded. PS3 can't (yet)
Some PS2 games don't run properly on PS3.
to add to your collection. I still have my PS1

I have some JPN PS3 (first batch, which means EE chip is still there), and had some issue with some games.

u_nick · 07-19-2007, 12:45 PM

I only have 2 or 3 PS2 games still, and they all work fine on my PS3, so my PS2 was sold a little while ago.

JTK · 07-19-2007, 01:09 PM

If you get one of the PS3's that is out now, you will have hardware backwards emulation that gurantees you 100 percent backwards compatibility for PS1 and PS2 games. If that's important to you, I suggest you pick one up sooner rather than later.

Go to a place like EB/Gamestop that allows for trade in and trade in your PS2 and whatever other odds and ends you can for a boost.

If you can afford to, I certainly recommend the upgrade all across the boards. By that I'd say "No, there's no reason for you to hold on to your PS2."

Azza · 07-19-2007, 01:36 PM

Yer i got the software emulation on mine, even tho all the ps2 games i tried work im going keep mine just incase my ps3 kicks the bucket (which is highly unlikey) but also because it has sentimental value like my NES.

groovyone · 07-19-2007, 01:47 PM

My PS2 is in the spare room now, hooked up to a different TV. My PS1 is in its box safe and sound, just in case.

babyBlu · 07-19-2007, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by groovyone

My PS2 is in the spare room now, hooked up to a different TV.

Same here, wouldn't have it any other way.

groovyone · 07-19-2007, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by babyBlu

Same here, wouldn't have it any other way.

The only downside is you get used to the PS3 controllers. My PS2 ones have extension cords hahaha.

Branden · 07-19-2007, 02:31 PM

although the ps3 is backwards compatible with ps2 and ps1 games, it isn't perfect.
also a ps2 can be modded, so if you live in a file-sharing friendly region of earth...
and from an energy consumption standpoint, a slimline ps2 runs about 45W while a ps3 runs up to 380W (and idles at about 200W), if you pay your own bills you'll care.
unless you're hard pressed for that $50, i'd keep the ps2 simply for your ps2 collection.

kman72 · 07-19-2007, 02:44 PM

you can't play Guitar Hero om PS3. I'm keeping my PS2 until Guitar Hero for PS3 arrives.

Musashi · 07-19-2007, 02:57 PM

If you have a lot of PS1/2 games, keep the PS2. SO far, I've not been able to run a PS1 game on my PS3 without it skipping.

matthewrounds · 07-19-2007, 03:19 PM

I gave mine to a cousin (5 years old) who doesn't have a console. I would recommend the same (not too a cousin, but someone young who maybe cannot afford a console yet to at least get brand awareness out there).

Are you really going to use the PS2? As soon as I got my PS3 I never used the PS2 console again. I tried playing the games on my PS3, but the PQ was so awful, similar to SD television that I had to give it away. The extra $50 I could have received for it in trade in was so insignificant that it would be better to just give it away.

JTK · 07-19-2007, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by matthewrounds

I gave mine to a cousin (5 years old) who doesn't have a console. I would recommend the same (not too a cousin, but someone young who maybe cannot afford a console yet to at least get brand awareness out there).

Are you really going to use the PS2? As soon as I got my PS3 I never used the PS2 console again. I tried playing the games on my PS3, but the PQ was so awful, similar to SD television that I had to give it away. The extra $50 I could have received for it in trade in was so insignificant that it would be better to just give it away.

$50 covers some tax at least. Better than nothing.

Amon37 · 07-19-2007, 03:31 PM

I still use my PS2 because I'm a cheater. I use cheats to speed up my RPG experience because I don't have time to spend 60+ hours on a game but a few well places cheats and I can widdle that down to 30-40 hours.

FFXII was a great example, they have a cheat to make you run super fast and I probably saved at least 5 hours in walking alone, but I didn't ruin my experience by making my self too powerful or giving myself key items.

matthewrounds · 07-19-2007, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by JTK

$50 covers some tax at least. Better than nothing.

I guess I should deprive my cousin who cannot afford a console so that I could cover the tax on an already $600 device. Please be realistic.

BTBuck1 · 07-20-2007, 07:52 PM

my ps2 was in "like new" condition. I sold it for $130 including an extra dua shock controller, ps2 memory card, ps1 memory card, logitech wireless controller, verticle stand and component HD cables. I had all packaging etc.

scragham · 07-20-2007, 07:58 PM

you can also always just use it as a gimpy DVD player for an extra TV.

i'm keeping mine because i have a NTSC-J ps3 so i can't play any of my ps2 games anyway (argh).

mgonzo2u · 08-09-2007, 07:24 PM

Do the right thing and not the greedy thing.

DONATE YOUR OLD VIDEO GAME PLAYERS AND GAMES TO YOUR NEAREST CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.

The cancer floor has really appreciated my complete and in good working order PS1 and PS2 (with some of my unwanted games) systems.

Helping those sick children is always the right thing to do.

07-19-2007, 07:08 AM	#1
Slackr89 Special Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Edmonton, Alberta PSN: Slackr Blu-ray collection:116 Trading Score:2	Is there any reason to keep my PS2? Ive owned a PS3 since January, and i've been thinking....is there really any need for my PS2? Should i sell it for like 50 bucks and buy a game or a couple BD's? what do you think.

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07-19-2007, 08:15 AM	#2
gamer4eva Special Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Sydney, Australia Blu-ray collection:64 Blu-ray reviews:18	I don't know man i mean was kinda bought up with my PS2 as it was my first console i'am only keeping it for this reason although i don't play it nomore you could sell it cause everything that PS2 can play so can the PS3 except for a few crappy old games but who plays them neways me recommendation sell it

07-19-2007, 09:15 AM	#3
Zaphod Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Apr 2007 Location:A small planet somewhere in the vicinity of Betelgeuse. Blu-ray collection:350 Trading Score:4	I would say this: It depends. It depends which PS3 you have. If you have the US or Japan version then I would say ditch the PS2 since the PS3 has the same hardware for running PS2 games. If you have a European version with the software emulation for PS2 games then you might want to keep it around if you consistantly play your PS2 games. Me personally as soon as I got my PS3 I sold my PS2.

07-19-2007, 10:11 AM	#4
w_tanoto Blu-ray Samurai Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Hatfield, UK / Jakarta, Indonesia Blu-ray collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:47	YES: PS2 can be modded. PS3 can't (yet) Some PS2 games don't run properly on PS3. to add to your collection. I still have my PS1 I have some JPN PS3 (first batch, which means EE chip is still there), and had some issue with some games.

07-19-2007, 12:45 PM	#5
u_nick Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jan 2007 Location:CT, US Trading Score:27	I only have 2 or 3 PS2 games still, and they all work fine on my PS3, so my PS2 was sold a little while ago.

07-19-2007, 01:09 PM	#6
JTK Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jan 2006 Location:www.blurayoasis.com	If you get one of the PS3's that is out now, you will have hardware backwards emulation that gurantees you 100 percent backwards compatibility for PS1 and PS2 games. If that's important to you, I suggest you pick one up sooner rather than later. Go to a place like EB/Gamestop that allows for trade in and trade in your PS2 and whatever other odds and ends you can for a boost. If you can afford to, I certainly recommend the upgrade all across the boards. By that I'd say "No, there's no reason for you to hold on to your PS2."

07-19-2007, 01:36 PM	#7
Azza Member Member since:Jul 2007	Yer i got the software emulation on mine, even tho all the ps2 games i tried work im going keep mine just incase my ps3 kicks the bucket (which is highly unlikey) but also because it has sentimental value like my NES.

07-19-2007, 01:47 PM	#8
groovyone Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2007 Location:PSNetwork: groovyone	My PS2 is in the spare room now, hooked up to a different TV. My PS1 is in its box safe and sound, just in case.

07-19-2007, 02:31 PM	#11
Branden Senior Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Calgary, Alberta 4K collection:28 Blu-ray collection:558	although the ps3 is backwards compatible with ps2 and ps1 games, it isn't perfect. also a ps2 can be modded, so if you live in a file-sharing friendly region of earth... and from an energy consumption standpoint, a slimline ps2 runs about 45W while a ps3 runs up to 380W (and idles at about 200W), if you pay your own bills you'll care. unless you're hard pressed for that $50, i'd keep the ps2 simply for your ps2 collection.

07-19-2007, 02:44 PM	#12
kman72 Junior Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Norway	you can't play Guitar Hero om PS3. I'm keeping my PS2 until Guitar Hero for PS3 arrives.

07-19-2007, 02:57 PM	#13
Musashi Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Manchester, CT Home Theater Gallery:5 4K collection:25 Blu-ray collection:337 Blu-ray reviews: 1	If you have a lot of PS1/2 games, keep the PS2. SO far, I've not been able to run a PS1 game on my PS3 without it skipping.

07-19-2007, 03:19 PM	#14
matthewrounds Expert Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Tucson, AZ Home Theater Gallery:19 Blu-ray collection:52 Trading Score:21	I gave mine to a cousin (5 years old) who doesn't have a console. I would recommend the same (not too a cousin, but someone young who maybe cannot afford a console yet to at least get brand awareness out there). Are you really going to use the PS2? As soon as I got my PS3 I never used the PS2 console again. I tried playing the games on my PS3, but the PQ was so awful, similar to SD television that I had to give it away. The extra $50 I could have received for it in trade in was so insignificant that it would be better to just give it away.

07-19-2007, 03:31 PM	#16
Amon37 Power Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:USA,Arizona PSNetwork: Amon37	I still use my PS2 because I'm a cheater. I use cheats to speed up my RPG experience because I don't have time to spend 60+ hours on a game but a few well places cheats and I can widdle that down to 30-40 hours. FFXII was a great example, they have a cheat to make you run super fast and I probably saved at least 5 hours in walking alone, but I didn't ruin my experience by making my self too powerful or giving myself key items.

07-20-2007, 07:52 PM	#18
BTBuck1 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Jun 2006 Location:Oceanside, CA. Blu-ray collection:507 DVD collection:1	my ps2 was in "like new" condition. I sold it for $130 including an extra dua shock controller, ps2 memory card, ps1 memory card, logitech wireless controller, verticle stand and component HD cables. I had all packaging etc.

07-20-2007, 07:58 PM	#19
scragham Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007	you can also always just use it as a gimpy DVD player for an extra TV. i'm keeping mine because i have a NTSC-J ps3 so i can't play any of my ps2 games anyway (argh).

08-09-2007, 07:24 PM	#20
mgonzo2u Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:O.C. KOOK FOR LIFE Blu-ray collection:112	Do the right thing and not the greedy thing. DONATE YOUR OLD VIDEO GAME PLAYERS AND GAMES TO YOUR NEAREST CHILDRENS HOSPITAL. The cancer floor has really appreciated my complete and in good working order PS1 and PS2 (with some of my unwanted games) systems. Helping those sick children is always the right thing to do.

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