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Why wont my PS1 games work on PS2?

All you have to do is insert the PS1 game inside the PS2 console (while still off), and then press the power button three (3) times in a row. This should allow the PS1 game to be played on the PS2 slim.
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Do PS1 discs work on PS2?

Is The PS2 Backwards Compatible With PS1 Games? You will be pleased to know that the PS2 is backwards compatible with most PS1 games.
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Why does my PS2 not read certain discs?

There are plenty of reasons why a PS2 would be unable to read a disk. Usually, it involves either the disk or reading laser inside the drive being dirty. Sometimes, the disk is damaged, and the data on it isn't readable. Finally, in older devices, the laser may be weakening and about to fail.
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How do you burn PS1 games on PS2?

The first thing you do is put a legit PS1 game into the disc tray and turn the PS2 on. Right after the blue "Sony Computer Entertainment" splash screen, but right before the black "PlayStation" boot screen, you'll have a few seconds to quickly remove the legit PS1 game and put in your burned PS1 game.
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How can I play PS1 games on PS2 and PS4?

How to Download PS1, PS2 or PS3 games to the PS4
  1. On your PlayStation 4, select the PlayStation Store icon and press X button on your controller.
  2. Scroll up to Search and click X.
  3. Enter the name of the game you're looking for.
  4. Tap right to scroll through the list of results.
  5. Select the game with X.
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What happens when you load 2 PS1 games with same engine at the same time (60fps)

Is it possible to burn PS1 games?

You need the following two things to burn PS1 games: A blank CD-R disc (you can buy these online or in most big-box retail stores) A computer with a disc drive (you can buy an external USB disc drive if your computer does not have one)
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What does a blue PS2 disc mean?

Fun fact: some PS2 discs are blue, and some are not. It turns out that PS2 games can be either DVD or CD-ROM, and for whatever reason, they made the CD-ROM ones blue. You mainly would know this because PS2s often stop being able to read these games.
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Are all PS2 backwards compatible?

The PlayStation 2 was designed to be backward compatible with PlayStation games. However, not all PlayStation games work on the PlayStation 2. In addition, later models of the PlayStation 2 console could not play all of the games that were released for prior versions of the PlayStation 2.
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What discs can PS2 play?

Supported Disc Media: PlayStation 2 format CD-ROM, PlayStation format CD-ROM, CD-DA, PlayStation 2 format DVD-ROM, DVD Video. DVD5 (Single-layer, 4.7 GB) and DVD9 (Dual-layer, 8.5 GB) supported. Later models starting with SCPH-500xx are DVD+RW and DVD-RW compatible.
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What consoles can play ps1 discs?

PS3 can play PS1 games natively and some PS2 games that were ported to PS3. PS3 can also play PSP games using Remote Play. PS4 can play PS4 games natively, PS3 games that were ported to PS4 or PS3 games included with Playstation Now.
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Do ps1 games look better on PS2?

Not really, the ps2 basically has a ps1 inside of it which it uses to play the ps1 games. So the games look like they would on the original ps1.
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Is PS2 obsolete?

It continued to be produced until 2013 when Sony finally announced that it had been discontinued after over twelve years of production, one of the longest lifespans of any video game console. By the end of its life, the new games were launched posthumously for the console.
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Which PlayStation is not backwards compatible?

PS5 backwards compatibility limitations

PS5 consoles do not support PlayStation®3 discs. If you got your PS4 digital game through the PS3 game to PS4 digital game upgrade program (and therefore need the PS3 disc to play it), you will not be able to play that PS4 digital game on your PS5 console.
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Do PS1 games work on PS5?

Many popular PS1, PS2, or PS3 games were re-released—sometimes even remastered—for the PlayStation 4. Since those reboots are now PS4 games, they do indeed work with the PS5.
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Does toothpaste fill in scratches?

Yes, toothpaste can remove minor paint scratches. Here's how it works. A standard toothpaste (not a gel toothpaste) has a minor grit to it which helps buff out the scratches. Typically, minor scratches are only on the clear coat over your actual paint.
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Does putting toothpaste on scratched discs work?

Fortunately, scratches are more common on the reflected side, and that's where toothpaste comes in handy. The laser that reads the CD needs to bounce evenly off the smooth, reflective surface. Toothpaste is just abrasive enough to wear down scratched areas to a smoother surface.
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Can you use alcohol to clean ps2 games?

Remove fingerprints and grease with rubbing alcohol.

This method will not repair scratches, but should remove grease stains. Apply a dab of isopropyl alcohol to a clean cloth, and rub the disc from the center to the rim.
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What was the last PS2 game?

Several football leagues were fully licensed for the game including the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and a few others. Fans received the game positively game when it was released on November 8, 2013. Pro Evolution Soccer 2014 is officially the last PS2 game ever made.
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Why does the PS2 logo flip?

The secret feature was announced through the official PlayStation Twitter account. It turns out that with just a simple flick of the wrist, the PS2 logo can actually be turned sideways. This feature must have been added for players who liked to stand their consoles straight up.
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What is a Game Shark PS2?

GameShark is the brand name of a line of video game cheat cartridges and other products for a variety of console video game systems and Windows-based computers. Currently, the brand name is owned by Mad Catz, which marketed GameShark products for the Sony PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo game consoles.
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What was the hardest game on the PS1?

Top 10 Hardest PlayStation 1 Games
  • #8: “Darius Gaiden” (1996) ...
  • #7: “Fear Effect” (2000) ...
  • #6: “Metal Gear Solid” (1998) ...
  • #5: “Heart of Darkness” (1998) ...
  • #4: “Tomb Raider III” (1998) ...
  • #3: “Tenchu: Stealth Assassins” (1998) ...
  • #2: “Rayman” (1995) ...
  • #1: “Alundra” (1997)
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Did PS1 games run at 60 fps?

PS1 launched with 12 games in NA, 5 are 60 fps. PS2 launched with 26 games in NA, 21 of those games are 60 fps PS3 launched with 13 in NA, 2 are 60 fps.
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Why was PS1 discontinued?

Production of the LCD "Combo Pack" ceased in 2004, when the popularity of the PlayStation began to wane in markets outside Japan. A total of 28.15 million PS One units had been sold by the time it was discontinued in March 2006.
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How much is a PS2 now worth?

The PS2 as of today sells for $35 – $120 depending on the condition of the console itself and if you have all of the accessories, including the original box, cables and controllers. The PS2 first arrived back in 2000, making it 20 years old!
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