Collecting Tips for the PlayStation 2 You Need to Know

As a longtime collector, I thought I would share some helpful tips about collecting for the PS2, and feel free to add your own tips in the comments below. Thank you for visiting my channel!
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Introduction to Collecting for the PS2 0:00
PS2 Hardware Options 0:48
PS2 Replacement Parts 2:16
Saving PS2 Games 3:08
PS1 Backwards Compatible 3:41
PS2 Video Options 4:47
PS2 Controller Options 5:58
Huge Library of Games and Collectables 7:34
PS2 Greatest Hits 8:54
Resurfacing Games 9:41
The Most Important Factor 10:49

[kjhoskins]

Great stuff, John. One of my favorite systems of all time. I must have sold a hundred of these when I worked at Software Etc. Thanks for the video!

[peterrobson]

My PS2 will be buried with me..absolutely brilliant and nostalgic console

[Bloody-Butterfly]

If you are a gamer and don’t own a PS2, you are missing out. It has an enormous library with games for every type of gamer.

[infinityeight]

Just got my first ps2 this year and I have to say it's a great system, bought it instead of a PS5!
To have fully fleshed out games with no updates or add on content - just everything on the disk is a breath of fresh air comming from modern gaming.
I was suprised to find most dual shock 2 controllers seem to be dead and not working, but after replacing the button contact ribbon cables I now have 4 Excellent controller's to use!
Probably due to being in the UK - I also have the RGB scart cable also.

[greenobeeno]

Just want to add a criminally underrated resurfacing option: Public Libraries. The main branch will typically have a professional cleaning machine for their discs and if you're polite they will clean a disc you bring for free! It's always professional grade too because these machines cost thousands to buy.

[pmera]

Great video! I'd say the best PS2 controller is a DualShock 3 using a Brook adapter. It works flawlessly, no lag and the DS3 has all of the DS2 functionality! (all analog buttons)

[DadDude]

One thing that has rekindled my interest in collecting for PS2/PS1 is just how easy it is to region unlock a PS2 now with MechaPwn. Now I can play all those Japanese PS1/PS2 games I always wanted, and I didn't need to crack open the console.

[GameHammerCG]

The PS2 is the last of the Old School consoles. I love collecting for it, there’s something for everyone.

[Ripplin]

Thanks, John! PS2 comprises the largest portion of my collection by far; around 180 games. (PS3, PS4, Wii, Xbox, 360 all have around 80-100)

[tommiegun]

Ps2 consoles are very east to fix,
Mostly the lens is dirty,
clean it with almost pure alcahol cleaning stuff,
I collect and clean old consoles,

Im a huge playstation fan boy😂.
I love the ps2 and ps3 such nice consoles, and nice controllers of course,
And now very cheap to collect games for the systems.

I have got an ps4 butt i prefer my ps3 more,
I dont now why but i just love it👍.
I love my old super nintendo the most off course...
And then my ps2 and ps3.

Playstation and nintendo made the best consoles and games in my oppinion👍.
The xbox i loved back in the day because of the online gaming.
Butt now adays playstation and nintendo are also online very good,

I love gaming👍and the community soo greetz all my friends..
And thanks john great video again✊️

[redstratus]

I love my PS2 Slim. I still play it rather regularly even today.

[GameHammerCG]

The thing about collecting Greatest Hits (aka the Platinum collection, here in the U.K.) is that it’s basically a collared subset of really enjoyable games.

[warlock]

Respect for giving love to Champions of Norrath! That's my fav game because of the lore, environments, & customizability! also it has a random dungeon generator that keeps each playthrough unique!

[stlouys]

San andreas and GoW 1-2 and guitar hero are some of my favorite games of all time. Im an xbox boy but recently bought a PS2 and i been just collecting all the games from my childhood. PS2 was a goated console.

[polymetalalloy]

I recently got a brook controller adapter that allows me to use a PS5 controller for PS1 and PS2. Works great and if there is any lag, I cant detect it. Great Video

[NCHILL]

I love my ps2 i picked it up a month ago and I love playing burnout 3 takedown on it

[Golden_State_Native]

The PS2 & PS4 are my favorite Sony gaming consoles of all time.
AWESOME VIDEO! 👍👍

[nanasapartment]

Thanks for these videos. Slowly but surely building up my entire collection, but it's incredibly hard to keep track of all the modern benefits to collecting older consoles. You never know what small things may have eluded you. Things like Stoneagegamer are a HUGE tip. Appreciate the info!

[JamesJazzz]

Worth pointing out that if you want original controllers, then be aware you'll probably have to replace the flex board, as the material Sony used is now succumbing to oxidization.
Also, avoid the H controllers. From what I've heard and sadly experienced, those are the most likely to die over time.

[AsianSignGuyCena]

another great video! ive been collecting for the PS2 since i first got my phat i got off my cousin back in 2002. I had issues with one but then got a 2nd one that ive had since 2003 and still have it today. Definately a great system to pick up for as i recenly picked up a really good working slim model. when it comes to controllers i have 2 OG's and i had a madcatz wireless controller thar FINALLY crapped out on me last year but surprisingly lasted me more then 15-20 years., but i also have an adapter i bought off amazon so you can use your ps4/xbox one/nintendo switch pro controller and i use that if i want to go the wireless route. The current games im collecting and still trying to collect for is the compliations and a few fighting games here and there.