PS2 modification (and a possible request)

[Sotenga]

I just want to know a few things about the PS2's import capabilities.

1: Is it easier to dissect and mod an older model, or is it easier for one of the new slimline varieties?

2: Are there any specific PS1 or PS2 titles that are somehow incompatible with a modded system? I think I recall a friend having trouble with Strider 2 on a modded PS1 due to some region lockout crap Sony or Capcom rigged up.

3: How long does it take on average to mod either model?

4: Is anyone here skilled enough to mod a PS2? I'm just curious. It's something I may be able to do in the future, but it may take a while to properly arrange.

[aclbandit]

I've heard that it's quite a bit easier to pick up a swap disc, especially if you have the slim model, but I don't have any idea about how good the compatibility on those is.

[SnowKitty]

I just want to know a few things about the PS2's import capabilities.

1: Is it easier to dissect and mod an older model, or is it easier for one of the new slimline varieties?

2: Are there any specific PS1 or PS2 titles that are somehow incompatible with a modded system? I think I recall a friend having trouble with Strider 2 on a modded PS1 due to some region lockout crap Sony or Capcom rigged up.

3: How long does it take on average to mod either model?

4: Is anyone here skilled enough to mod a PS2? I'm just curious. It's something I may be able to do in the future, but it may take a while to properly arrange.


get a fat PS2 and a network adapter. you can put an hdd in there and use that memory card exploit to run hdloader and run isoz off the hdd

[BlackandBlue]

If you can get a fat ps2 and network adapter, do what Snow Kitty says. If not, get a swap lid. Unless you are really good at soldering, it can be a pain to do. It took me about 2-3 hours to put my chip into a slim (crystal chip 2.0, about 19 wires in total). The places you have to solder to are pretty small. I had to use a magnifying glass and flux to get it right. Very tedious and would probably not do it again :) You also have to make sure the chip works with the version ps2 you have and find software for it.

If you just want to play imports, a mod chip isnt worth it.

[wingzrow]

Swap magic would be VERY easy to use on a slim, and seeing as how they don't make the large models any more that may be what you want to do.