/r/ps2

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The PlayStation 2 (PS2) is Sony's second game console. Released in 2000, it officially replaced the PlayStation 1 in Sony's lineup, offering backwards compatibility with the PS1.

Rules

Rule 1. Posts must be related to PS2 and link directly to the source.

All posts and comments must be related to PS2 and link directly to the source. any posts that don't will be removed.

Rule 2. Follow Reddiquette. Keep it Civil. Spoilers and NSFW must be properly marked.

What is reddiquette? Link Be nice to your fellow humans. Any spoiler and NSFW posts not properly marked will be removed.

Rule 3: Piracy, or Distribution of copyrighted content.

No enabling piracy, via discussion or otherwise. Piracy is not allowed and may result in a possible subreddit ban. No asking for where to get Games, Roms, or BIOS images. No Telling users to download or otherwise illegally obtain copyrighted content.

Rule 4: No Low effort Posts

The following posts aren't allowed:

  • Reaction Gifs, Memes, etc.
  • Pictures of a single game box or an unmeaningful screenshot.
  • Requests - Including (but not limited to): Price checks, peripheral or game recommendations
  • Questions that can be answered with a simple Google/subreddit search.

Rule 5: No advertising, selling, buying, trading, self promotion or asking for free stuff.

No advertising, selling, buying, trading, asking for free or self promotion. Exceptions to self promotion will only be made if you contact the mods, get approval, and follow reddit's 10:1 post ratio. This includes linking to your let's play channels.

Rule 6: Post titles must have accurate descriptions and be properly tagged.

Your post title should let the user know what your post is about. Post that are vague like "Help Me" or "Troubleshooting" will be removed with no warning.

Rule 7: [Tech] posts must be within the weekly [Tech] megathread

All tech related posts must be posted inside the tech posts megathread. Any tech related posts not in there will be removed.


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USBPen info

Hi All,

Want to get a usbpens/stick I’ve got OPL on UlaunchElf on my memory stick. Both are the latest versions.

Just wondering what the largest size I can get to store and play games from? I was thinking either 512gb or 1tb.

Which usb format does the drive also need to be? I think 3.0 works on the ps2 but not sure if 3.2 does. Also which file format should I use exfat or fat32?

This is just for convenience. I’ve got a hard drive installed and filled to max, just want some extra games on a pen.

1 Comment
2024/05/07
14:42 UTC

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Looking for a baulders gate clone

I'm looking for a baulders gate/Diablo clone set in a eldritch/darkwatch style setting, I played it a bunch as a kid but have no idea what it is or where I got it. I remember it played a lot like baulders gate but it had guns and a really unique setting

1 Comment
2024/05/07
13:37 UTC

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Looking for a naruto game from my childhood

Hello!! I don't know any English so maybe it's a bit wrong here but anyway... I had an explosion of memories about my PS2 and the games I played on it. I remember I played a naruto game and at some point he transformed into a woman with clouds around her during fights. That's all I can remember and I'm desperately after this game. Can anyone help me?

2 Comments
2024/05/07
13:01 UTC

1

Improving my set up step by step, anyone know a good alternative to the big brick for a power cable?

Just looking for a sleeker alternative

2 Comments
2024/05/07
12:48 UTC

24

Sold my PS2 and decided I wanted to return. Here’s the collection so far.

4 Comments
2024/05/07
12:24 UTC

19

Just finished Hitman: Blood Money, really liked the ending. What's everyones favorite mission from the game?

8 Comments
2024/05/07
11:54 UTC

0

How do I save progress on the memory card?

7 Comments
2024/05/07
08:45 UTC

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What are some of the cool things you can do with an OEM network adapter vs those SATA adapters that don't have ethernet?

First off, let me start off with what I do know (a tiny bit of). I know that there are ways to actually play PS2 online still, is there a step by step tutorial video/read guide for getting this up and running?

Secondly, I heard of something called SMB file sharing. It peaked my interest heavily, but as someone who is very crappy with technology I can't even really do a proper FTP without it being so slow or crashing that I just go wired (speaking from a Switch point of view, I am hopeful for FTP on my PS3)

Again, if there is a video or step by step guide for how to actually do SMB, and then how to get your PS2 hooked up to your SMB and get the ball really rollin.

I also have plans to do the IDE-SATA conversion. I'm 1% worried that my HDD won't work but it logically shouldn't matter cause SATA is SATA and the "2TB" limit was based off old OPL limits not my already pre-set 3TB "Grimm Doomer" HDD.

But technology is keen on doing things that don't make sense.

Not really sure if there is anything else, not sure why I would but hell let me know if it's possible to run a web browser or something 😆 I guess it is if I wanna go down the Linux rabbit hole but that's a little too much even for my ultimate PS2.

5 Comments
2024/05/07
08:02 UTC

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Question About Buzz Quiz Games for PS2

Hi,

After more than ten years since their release, I've bought almost all the Buzz quiz games for the PS2 and PSP. However, I've encountered something I didn't notice when I was a kid playing at other people's houses (since I didn't own the game then). It seems it's not possible to play Buzz with CPU-controlled characters. Can you play with these AI opponents? I find myself playing the game mostly with my girlfriend or alone, but it's not as enjoyable that way, and I can only have people over maybe once every few months.

I was really surprised by this, and now that I think about it, how am I supposed to play with others on the PSP version? Does anyone know if it's possible to activate other players automatically? Otherwise, I understand why the game isn't popular anymore—we don't all have 4 to 8 friends who can come over every Saturday night just to play Buzz.

Any insights would be greatly appreciated! :D

1 Comment
2024/05/07
06:59 UTC

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Are the Koudelka/Shadow Hearts games really worth the price of ownership?

Some games are worth the price too own physical copies over emulation for different reasons. I gave a few prize gems that I paid an arm and a leg for back in the day and don't regret it because of the quality of the experience. Having never played a Shadow Hearts game before not it's predecessor on the PS1, I ask you - are any or all of these games actually worth scheming out $100 or more?

7 Comments
2024/05/07
06:54 UTC

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Ok I need some help this is Italy only releases but I can't find any info if it has English support or not?

18 Comments
2024/05/07
06:31 UTC

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Core memory: Locked

PLEASE HELP me find this game. I have vidid memories of a video game similar to Bandito Chinchilla. Feel like it started with a word starting with the letter V or even two words both starting with the letter V

Short stumpy human characters with lots of personality

Game was made with a heavy emphasis on classic film camera elements 🎥 🎞️ woven into the menu graphics and gameplay, it was also supported by a rather flashy for the time particle system that flourished when combos were effective and lengthy.

Rather feminine fashion sense for both male female characters as the game was rather drag but also very aware of its brutal nature yet handled itself with subtlety

It’s not an outright fighting game, it was 3D and dynamic in its gameplay

6 Comments
2024/05/07
06:09 UTC

1

DVD-r backups on Japanese 37000?

Will esr patched dvd-r backups of American games work with opl on a ntsc-j Japanese ps2 ? Thanks!

2 Comments
2024/05/07
03:50 UTC

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This game is still breathtaking

Booted up Shadow of the Colossus for the first time in a while

3 Comments
2024/05/07
03:33 UTC

1

Improving my set up step by step, anyone know a good alternative to the big brick for a power cable?

Just looking for a sleeker alternative

1 Comment
2024/05/07
01:59 UTC

9

Rate my collection

Yes im missing ALOT of classics. Still i plan on having no filler.

5 Comments
2024/05/07
01:23 UTC

2

Need help filming gameplay

Hey guys. I’m starting a YouTube channel and I would like to film my PS2, all I have at my disposal right now is a laptop, my tv and my ps2 with AV to HDMI but I’m confused on what I need to film/stream any help would be great.

3 Comments
2024/05/07
01:10 UTC

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Ps1 memory card for ps2

I have a little question about this: If i want to save PS1 game i need an original memory PS1 or i can buy a "China model" memory card

4 Comments
2024/05/07
00:02 UTC

4

Game suggestions

Hi! I'd like suggestions of games I can play with my 10 year old son. Thank you!

Edited to not break any rules lol

12 Comments
2024/05/06
23:20 UTC

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genji dawn of the samurai not detecting memory card on opl

the game does not find the memory card in slot 1 and does not allow me to try to save in slot 2, can I fix it? I hate when games only allow you to save on the first memory card slot

3 Comments
2024/05/06
23:16 UTC

118

New pick up i love this game it's my favourite game

I got it for like 50$ it's worth buying it

30 Comments
2024/05/06
21:47 UTC

0

Just downloaded gsm. How to start?

I got gsm 0.38 and i dnt know where to start. I dont want to mess it up and have a black screen forever. I have a scph-30004 pal and a 40 or 43 inch tv idk If there is a better version please let me know.

4 Comments
2024/05/06
21:03 UTC

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Latest pick ups (new games are highlighted). How am I doing?

Obi-Wan has the high ground

27 Comments
2024/05/06
19:28 UTC

0

why applying some perfume / alcohol ruins the dvd/disc game for the playstation 2 ?

Im curious and i remember my friend did to his playstation 2 game copy and it ruin it

10 Comments
2024/05/06
19:07 UTC

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