Which ps2 should i buy

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You should upgrade or use an alternative browser. Maximum Spider Member. Oct 25, 11, Cleveland, OH. I buying a new PS2. I've only ever had the original model.

I know with some older console that things don't always run the same between models. Should I buy the slim or bulky original? I've seen some conflicting information online. What is a fat PS3 worth? Is a PS3 still worth it in ? Are backwards compatible PS3 worth more? Why are backwards compatible PS3 so expensive? Do all PS2 games work on PS3? Do all PS3 play PS1 games? Can you emulate PS1 on PS3?

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For most titles, the HDD enhances experiences by helping games run more smoothly and reducing load times, but only the Final Fantasy XI requires the accessory to be playable. That being said, the enhancements for other compatible titles are still a nice bonus, and some unofficial software even allows games to be fully downloaded onto the HDD — making them playable without the discs.

In fact, there are a few cons that might make you think twice about picking up the PS2 fat. The original iteration of the PS2 hardware is notorious for having disc read errors. Especially as the console ages, an inability to read games can become an issue for the original unit. Fortunately, however, this malfunction was rectified with the hardware redesign.

Additionally, the original PS2 also runs a bit hotter and more loudly than the slimmer model.