Swapping cannot work without blocking that sensor on either system. Easiest to do with an original Playstation model. Shamrock99 Topic Creator 5 years ago 7. I don't have a PS1. Would love to just use my slim to do this rather than buying a new console. I hear with the PS2 slim all I need to do is block the 3 sensors so I can open the lid without it knowing it's open, then swap the disks.
I see Gamesharks for PS2 are super cheap. If all I need is that and cover the 3 sensors on my slim, I'm in business, right?! Atomos 5 years ago 8.
So if you want to play PS1 imports, the manual swap with a local PS1 disc is the only way without additional software etc. It was pretty reliable the few times I've tried it. I never gained supreme ulti-complete status. PStrife 5 years ago 9. Shamrock99 Topic Creator 5 years ago Thanks Atomos. So I don't need a Gameshark disk as a boot disk? Just block off the two or three tabs that tell the PS2 its lid is open.
Then start up any real American game. When the PS1 logo starts up take out the American game and swap in the Japanese one. More topics from this board Why my ps2 suddenly make more noise? You might be able to find this on amazon or ebay Can the console be modified to play imports? This is good news if your TV is old does not support 60 Hz, but everyone else should get a chip that displays at 60 Hz Are there advantages in importing a machine?
Not over a chipped UK machine. N64 Is there a boot disc or other device available? There are numerous adapters available to enable imports to be played. Some people use a bridge adapter that lifts the cartridge clear of the cartridge slot. For UK machines or UK games on imported consoles, a more complex adapter is required that fools the machine into thinking the cartridge is from the same region like the N64 Passport.
A US or Japanese machine can have the plastic tabs removed from the cartridge slot so that games from both regions will fit. PAL consoles cannot be modified easily. PSone Is there a boot disc or other device available? Older models can use a disc swap trick. This is done by making the console think the lid is still open by jamming a pen in the disc lock, partially loading a UK game and then changing to an imported game.
There are also devices hat plug into the back of older machines and allow imports to be played. No Can the console be chipped to play imports? PSone chips are available. Not over a chipped machine. Saturn Is there a boot disc or other device available? No Can the console be modified to play imports? This is a very simple process Can the console be chipped to play imports?
No Are there advantages in importing a machine? No Xbox Is there a boot disc or other device available? Older versions of the OS can be modified. It's not easy. Although many games are region free, many more are not. If you are into traditional 2D shooters, then the Japan Xbox is worth a purchase, espcially now that s seem to be more reliable than the old models. PS3 Is there a boot disc or other device available? It is region free as standard for PS3 games Can the console be chipped to play imports?
Yes, if you want to play Japan PS2 games, although unless you have one of the original Japan machines with hardware emulation, BC support will be hit and miss anyway. Best to just grab a Japan PS2.
Wii Is there a boot disc or other device available? The OS can be modified quite easily. Yes Are there advantages in importing a machine? Previously, Yes, Nintendo lock out their online services unless you install the OS updates which often block modifications. But now, there are no more updates and the Wii shop is closed. Categories: Import and Tech. Ebay Spotlight. No reserve.. Article Categories. Competitions 1.
Dreamcast Reviews DS Reviews Editorial Gamecube Reviews GBA Reviews Hardware Import and Tech Interviews 3. Jaguar Reviews 0. Modchips or a swap disc plus case mod - Runs imports though have trouble with certain discs like dual layered discs or multiple disc games. These enable piracy so can't be discussed on this site. Doesn't run all games either. Once again, this enables piracy so can't be discused on this site. DeltaBladeX Expert - 12 years ago 1 0. Other Answers.
BUuy another ps2!!!!! Sign Up for free or Log In if you already have an account to be able to ask and answer questions. Answered I really miss some of Playstation games, anyone could help me how to play Playstation games to PS2 console? Answered Can i play pal games on my ps2?
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