PS1/2 Some questions

[Uzumakijl]

Well, I'm going to get a ps2 next friday, But i don't really know if i should get a modchip or softmod it, Probably the softmod could be the better option since if i mod it this way i get 1 year guarrante, I don't really know much about ps2 escene since i never got one (Skipped it last gen, I just got xbox) but whatever, I would like to know which modchip is the best either which softmod is the best, I was about to get Free MCBoot But patching the isos and so is not very handy for me, Also what really really interests me is the compatibility i would like to know if all mods have a 100% compatibility with all games or so i think that's what matters for me, Btw I know there's google and such and i've did a little of search by miself, but i wanna hear your personal opinions.

 

[c2ironfist]

Softmod it with ESR

 

[Uzumakijl]

Softmod it with ESR

Uhmm, So you say MCBoot, But how good is its compatibility?

 

[emupaul]

I'm interested in this too, will it work for the new slim models you can buy currently? or should I stick with a older model

 

[kalmis]

I don't really know much about ps2 escene since i never got one (Skipped it last gen, I just got xbox)

Just wanting to point that if you are referring to original Xbox (not Xbox 360) it actually belongs to same generation as PS2. Not that it helps at all but anyway..
dont drink & post \m/

 

[Uzumakijl]

Just wanting to point that if you are referring to original Xbox (not Xbox 360) it actually belongs to same generation as PS2. Not that it helps at all but anyway..
dont drink & post \m/ *

I sayd "Skipped it last gen, I Just got xbox" And i meant with this, I skipped ps2 in the last gen, i only got xbox that gen.

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I just hope somebody comes here with a bit of info before i make the wrong decision... i really would appreciate any help.

 

[wolffangalchemist]

i had my phat ps2 soft modded before it died, ESR works pretty good but you have to patch each game .iso file before you burn them.
the only things that don't work are PSX/PS2 cd based games and most PS2 DVD based games work like i'd say at around 95%.
also you need a gameshark2 or ARMAX and a usb stick to install it, that or someone with it already installed on a PS2 memory card and a usb stick.
i recommend you get at least a 16MB memory card or bigger too because it will take up a decent bit of space.
i know it sounds difficult but it's heck of a lot easier than soldering on a mod chip to as ps2.

 

[Uzumakijl]

i had my phat ps2 soft modded before it died, ESR works pretty good but you have to patch each game .iso file before you burn them.
the only things that don't work are PSX/PS2 cd based games and most PS2 DVD based games work like i'd say at around 95%.
also you need a gameshark2 or ARMAX and a usb stick to install it, that or someone with it already installed on a PS2 memory card and a usb stick.
i recommend you get at least a 16MB memory card or bigger too because it will take up a decent bit of space.
i know it sounds difficult but it's heck of a lot easier than soldering on a mod chip to as ps2.

Nice reply, I was wondering about getting ESR, And i think i shouldn't get it cause i want to re-play a lot of games for PSX so i don't really think ESR is good for me, Also the patching thing is kinda..... difficult for me cause if i were going to get some uhmm... "already burned ISOs" i doubt they are patched and since i download at 50kb it's not pretty handy for me to dl/patch neither to re-burn/patch hehe, And yeah softmodding is quite easyer than soldering the modchip, But the compatibility is what i really care so i think a modchip probably is better for me, Also i know someone who can do the soldering so it's ok, Thank you for your reply, I didn't knew that PSX were not compatible with softmods so that's big new for me.


I might end up getting a modchip..... But now all left is to know which one is the best

 

[xist]

Get a chip...the Modbo 4.0 is a nice budget option, but there are a range depending upon your money limitations and availability. I'm all for soft mods but nothing beats a nice and easy hard mod if you have the option.

 

[Uzumakijl]

Get a chip...the Modbo 4.0 is a nice budget option, but there are a range depending upon your money limitations and availability. I'm all for soft mods but nothing beats a nice and easy hard mod if you have the option.

Wow, I owe you something, Modbo 4.0 looks awesome

Spoiler

* Fully compatible with ps2 v1-v16 PAL / USA / Jap
* Upgraded from modbo3.0, comes with original 100% v1.88 firmware, but it isn't upgradeable
* Comes with mini size board and the wiring point order is good for installation
* Automatic selection for PS2/PS1/DVD supports
* DVD region free incorporated
* Software selectable "PS2 Quick Load" option. (to skip PS2 logo and Quick boot PS2 games)
* Software selectable "PSX Quick Load" option (to skip PS1 logo and Quick boot PSX games)
* Easy to install (only 18 wires for V1-V8 and 20 wires for V9, V10, V11, V12, V13)
* CPLD chip (3.3V power supply) based IC for enhanced stability
* Automatic "MACROVISION=OFF" on all PS2 from V3 to V16 without additional wires
* Automatic "green fix" (no more need to change the cable to see your DVD movies on the PS2)
* Imports games fix (all PSX import games are played at full screen and full color
* Stealth-mode (the modchip can be switched off and becomes invisible to online gaming)
* Sleep-mode (the modchip will switch off itself after boot)
* Supports DVD-9 games
* Plays all CD's and DVD's games (both, import or backup's)
* Supports multi-disk games
* Supports anti-mod PS1 games (only for V9 - V16 PS2)
* Very reliable (all the Modchips are 100% tested before delivery)
* Very stable (thanks to sleep mode the IC will never overheat)
* CD lens safe (avoid CD lens damage by sending un-necessary signal to drive controller)
* Supports DEV1 and DEV2 for memory card booting

If this modchip does what it promises it will be the perfect for me, Thank you very much for telling me about this modchip

, Well, The money is not an issue i've been saving some money so i can afford at least a 50$ modchip, I just found in google some other modchips and looks like Modbo 4.0 has the better freatures and the price is very reasonable, So i'll try to get this i hope it is on stock where im gonna buy/install.


If there's a better option or somebody knows/has a better metod i would like to hear it

 

[dewback]

If looking to run PSX games you need to put in a mod chip. This is the only thing you can not do with a soft mod ps2. If you have not gotten a PS2 yet. Try and find a fat one and get the network adapter so you can put in a hard drive and run the games off of.