PlayStation may have misled users for years about PS5's retrocompatibility, as hackers found it can run PS2 games via external readers.
PS5 can read PS2 game CDs
Recent findings suggest that the PlayStation 5 can read PlayStation 2 game CDs, but only through an external reader. The PS5's built-in disc drive does not support the older CD format, which contradicts previous claims by Sony that retrocompatibility beyond the PS4 generation was impossible.Modder enables PS2 game support
A modder named Sword developed a native port of the PCSX2 emulator for the PS5, allowing users to run PS2 games with improved features such as 4K resolution scaling, post-processing filters, and 60 FPS performance. This achievement demonstrates that the PS5's hardware is capable of running older games despite Sony’s earlier statements.Users question Sony's transparency
Many PlayStation users have expressed frustration, believing Sony misled them about the console's capabilities. Some argue that Sony’s claims of technical impossibility were unfounded, as PS2 and PS3 games were successfully run on the PS5 within a week of it being jailbroken.Jailbreaking carries risks
Jailbreaking a console involves bypassing software restrictions, which can void warranties, cause system instability, or lead to account bans. Despite these risks, the discovery has sparked debates about the PS5's true potential and the transparency of PlayStation's communication with its user base.
