what modchip to buy for ps2.

[metal079]

I have a slim ps2 and I want to play ps1/ps2 backups what mod chip do I use because I saw 3 ps2 modchips that all the same price.

http://shoptemp.net/categories/Modchips/PS1-and-PS2/

 

[Nujui]

Depending on your model, you don't need a mod chip. What's your model number?

 

[metal079]

Fs1896655

 

[Magsor]

Well, to play PS1 games you do.
I think the Matrix line is pretty much what is most supported now that include modbo which is a clone.
A lot of people will save the trouble (a hard task to solder a modchip in a slimline) and simply use softmods like swapmagic or freemcboot

 

[DarkShinigami]

as magsor said and if you consider magsoc ask devin to do it if your not a diy person heres his page

http://gbatemp.net/u193826-devin

 

[DarkShinigami]

dont know what i was typing but i meant if you consider free mcboot contact devin here

http://gbatemp.net/u193826-devin

 

[cracker]

+1 for Matrix Infinity/Modbo 4.0 (sold out on shoptemp) if you have really good soldering skills and wares.

For the MCBoot you will need to send a memory card to someone with a homebrew capable PS2 or find a premade one for sale online. It should be noted that it requires that you patch games before you burn or else they won't run.

Another option is to use a swap method such as with the Swap Magic which only requires using a homemade tool from a credit card, thin plastic knife, etc. for phat or a homemade tool to prevent the slim from detecting that the lid as been opened. The compatibility is very high and only a few games have problems (mainly due to having a slightly higher TOC than the SM disc).

 

[OmegaVesko]

Personally I prefer a softmodded memory card, but if you REALLY need a modchip, get a Matrix Infinity.