• bridgeenjoyer@sh.itjust.works
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    16 hours ago

    Imagine if you will, they released a new ps2 with ps1 backward compatibility and optional discs.

    I’d pay $500 right now.

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          13 hours ago

          Pretty much all 3D PS2 games can be played in widescreen via emulation. They’re better than the original.

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            11 hours ago

            Sorry boss, I only play mine on a CRT in 4:3 the way it was intended 😁

            Playing on emulator is fine, but like everything in today’s world, its fake, and not as visceral of an experience.

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              11 hours ago

              You can still play on a CRT in 4:3 via an emulator if you like. You just have more options if wanted.

              I know there are many who swear by original hardware only, though, which is fine if you have the luxury of obtaining and maintaining them. Many don’t.

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      13 hours ago

      You can buy a used PS2 right now that has that for way less? Even if you demand an hdmi mod, it’s way less than that

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        12 hours ago

        This is the way to go. Make sure to get the drive serviced so it doesn’t crap out prematurely. There are so many PS2s out there, you can probably still get one cheap.

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        11 hours ago

        Of course, but someday they will all be gone. I dread those days. Caps dont last and its very very hard to repair smc ones.