PlayStation 2 Buying Guide | Should You Purchase A PS2?

PlayStation 2 Buying Guide | Should You Purchase A PS2?

On today's episode of Gaming Off The Grid, we discuss a buying guide for the PlayStation 2! What all do you need to start a small collection for cheap? We've got you covered!

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[GamingOffTheGrid]

What's your favorite PS2 game that no one ever talks about? Tell us in the comments below!

[benlomas]

You guys should have WAY more subscribers! I think it’s only a matter of time. Great content as always! Keep safe in these uncertain times

[CloneJohn_]

This video makes me feel old! I was born in 2001, recently dug up my PS2 and I already have a decent start! Currently I have: PS2 Slim, a Dualshock 2 controller, mem cards, then for games: Madden 04/05, NFS Underground 1/2 and Hot Pursuit 2, Crash Nitro Kart/Tag Team Racing, Burnout Dominator, Driver 3, Juiced 2, and Mortal Kombat Armageddon! I am probably gonna start collecting for this console as I have so many fond memories with it over the years. Unfortunately, many of my games were lost due to scratching :(

[craig]

I recently sold my ENTIRE ps2 library - I decided to soft mod it instead, convert it digitally and add more games. Best decision I’ve made! Awesome console

[festushaggen]

I’ve been gaming since the Atari 2600 was new and I finally gave up on next gen systems last year. My PS2 slim is my system of choice now. It’s the huge library and ease of use. It’s how gaming has been most of my life and how it should be. No mandatory installs, downloads, updates, required internet connections, dropouts, dlc, or hard drives. Just pop in a disc and play. I don’t care about realistic graphics or Hollywood actors in dramatic games. The PS2 has tons of great games that are just plain fun for cheap and multiplayer is much better with a person next to you. No contest. Older systems are far better for me at this point in my life.

[ultra-King-]

I was born in 96, 2 years after the ps1 was released, I was raised in Mexico and did not have money to buy a ps2, so when the ps2 came out I got the ps1. And to be honest I’m so glad I was able to play the ps1. It was amazing, and after migrating to the USA I was able to get the ps2 and it did not let me down. good memories :)

[nolimitkil]

I had my ps2 since 2007 and it still works to this day

[Thatoneguy]

I had a ps2. Dogs stepped on the controller wire while I was playing and that ps2 went YEET. So 2 years later I finally found another for decent price and fired that bad boy up. Ahhh I missed it so much

[nicolaslatorre]

Its tricky to know whether the fat or slim is better. Because other analysts say the fat is preferable to the slim. The problem with the slim is the ribbon and that it overheats. Mines died completely after an intermittent use of 12 years. But I just need to change the ribbon and laser. For now I found a 14 dollar original fat that looks and works as new so far. Thankfully, the ps2 can be a blessing .

[jackcarter]

I got one last one and as soon as that screen loaded up i was so happy. It bought back memories.

[Al-oklj]

Your enthusiasm for the PS2 is so contagious! My goodness!

[baggytony]

You guys are so fun to listen to, I’ve been looking to get a ps2 recently to play old Tom Clancy, Tony hawk, and racing games the ps2 slim looks beast! I can’t wait to start playing, I grew up on the n64, GameCube and Xbox but I’m really stoked to finally play through some new classic experiences

[TelesplashGaming]

My personal favorite console. There are still so many games I dont know about. I've spent more money on getting my PS2 to an HDMI tv than most gamers spend on their PS2 collection.

[iamjuan]

I’m getting a PS2 today! And it’s a slim, so that’s definitely exciting. Also, at 2:22 in this video, you showed the console bundle with 7 games and that’s the one I ordered. I can’t believe on the same day I get the Last of Us: Part II PS4 Pro bundle, I also get my own PS2!

[BiOHazarD]

YESSSS! Barn Town! So glad you guys were able to try some! Watch for the next time they release a new barrel aged stout. Their stouts usually stand out as my favorites!

[gabbothegiver]

I dont know if i ever told you? I love the PS2 !

[ChronikSpartan]

Yes!! I was worried James Bond wasn't going to get a mention, nice one for remembering the old dog ;)
Great episode, the PS2 is an absolutely superb console. that was my entry into retro game collecting, I couldn't believe how many phenomenal games I could pick up for absolute pennies!!
Take it easy brothers and stay safe ;)

[soulsbane]

I helped my friend move the other day and he had a PS2 laying around and just gave it to me, no games no cords no controller no memory cards but hell i'm still stoked, ill be on the hunt in the next few weeks :D thanks for the video so damn nostalgic. I haven't had one of these in like 15 years

[HogFather]

Ps2 prices have literally skyrocketed over the last year.. what a time to be alive

[CaptainAlgebra]

I love how cheap PS2 collecting is. And so many great games, I'm trying to make am effort to play more games on it this year. And you guys didn't even mention Destroy All Humans!

That beer sounds delicious!