I Bought a LIKE NEW Backwards Compatible PS3 from EBAY... will it work this time??

I'm a big fan of buying stuff from eBay. This time, I decided to go for a premium console and bought an 80GB Backwards Compatible PS3! This is a legendary console because it's one of the only PS3 consoles than can play PS2 games. This console even game with the original box. Check out the video to see if I got my money's worth!
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[@jrob0021]

Is this the best console of all time??

[@neilhitchen9989]

Love my fat ps3 :D

[@martin.aguilar.a]

Yeah it does. It’s pretty fine tho. But i have a PS2 and PS3 slim btw. I love my PS slims.

[@OfSpeed]

its pretty good, but nothing can beat PC

[@ricardovazquezIsDumb]

Maybe

[@AvalarRazielTS]

I hate glossy consol...that why i got PS3 slim not fat(PS3SS look like some cheap console from china so no thx) ... its nice to have warrany stiker but 1st think I did with my ps3 was change permal paste and HDD to SSD .

[@rockyramsy]

This is a great PS3. Now all you need to do is send it to game stop and ask them to use sanding paper to turn it to matte black

[@ben-tol]

😂🤣😂😂

[@aliensquid]

They are the experts at sand paper matte that us for sure!! 🤣🤣

[@Crorksy]

Yuck

[@gigib.7956]

Funny asf. 😆 🤣 😂

[@souless2009]

​@@aliensquid a

[@GoldenEagle9000]

it has been forever since i played ps3 it feels nice to see people still use it

[@jrob0021]

It's a solid console

[@GoldenEagle9000]

@@jrob0021 yes

[@darthgonk8918]

solid? i would say THICC

[@theshield1613]

I still have my launch ps3 60gb and now it in my closet since 2009, perfect condition 100%.

[@tekkenfan01]

@@theshield1613 give it to me

[@MetxsightseerRailfan]

The difference between Sixaxis and DualShock 3 is that the Sixaxis did not have any rumble feedback due to an ongoing legal battle with Immersion. Once the lawsuit was settled in 2007, Sony introduced the DualShock 3 with rumble.

[@TheChillStart]

What was the legal battle about?

[@MetxsightseerRailfan]

@@TheChillStart really don't know what happened back then, but the first time I heard about no rumble 8n Sixaxis Controllers was 50 Facts about the Playstation 3 from Mystic.

[@TheChillStart]

@@MetxsightseerRailfan oh I see

[@futbolproactive3059]

Stating the obvious AHH the best type of comments.

[@sander230e]

I'm not 100% sure, but i thought the 2nd difference was that the 1st model also had a giro-sensor built in. And the dualshock didn't. I know for sure the 1st have this feature bc i own one. And there are some supporting games for this function. (and demo's). 1st model is also transparent-black. (just hold it against a lamp or something to see it). And it weighs less, bc it has no rumble feature.

[@Harbourmaster68]

"Mirror finish" with a massive scratch :( CF = CompactFlash.

[@HornedFrog619]

Ahh the Spider-Man font is so cool

[@ComputerTechnic217]

ikrrr

[@moi10_tennyson]

where is the font tell me !!

[@HornedFrog619]

@@moi10_tennyson the branding on the box and the system. Sony used the same font for the original Spider-Man trilogy.

[@itsjonathan_gaming8248]

Jonathan my name is your name

[@Eclipzebass]

@@itsjonathan_gaming8248 same

[@SteelSpurs]

Having just a PS5 and a backwards compatible PS3 is what I dreamed of, but having recently bought a PS2, I want to treasure it forever.

[@willryan4974]

Haha my brother is already there living the dream

[@thecoolguy549]

I don't own a backwards compatible PS3 used to,but I've got a cfw PS3 slim next to my ps5 cfw PS3s are the next best thing for PS2 backwards compatibility.and it's still just 2 console's for 5 generations.

[@knighthawk86855]

I found a perfect one in the trash during clean out of a local college dorm, the kid gave it to me, and controllers, needed a little cleaning, and it works perfectly.

[@jrob0021]

That's pretty cool. Wonder why he was throwing it away lol

[@knighthawk86855]

@@jrob0021 I find when the kids leave college, they have very limited space, you should see what they leave behind, nice TVs, game consoles, fans, the expensesive ones, tools, mopeds.

[@jrob0021]

@@knighthawk86855 that's crazy, never thought about that. I guess space is especially a premium if they are flying home

[@knighthawk86855]

@@jrob0021 exactly.

[@americawalk1154]

Rich kids. They hav no savings mentality

[@JoshYaDunoe]

Still have my backwards compatible Ps3 that I bought at launch, absolutely love it best looking console ever in my opinion. Had a friend put in a more powerful fan with adjustable speeds and upgraded the thermals to avoid overheating! Runs like a dream

[@ad_stayfly7]

I need that

[@Florin20D]

Did u experience ylod or did it had ylod before/after the modification u did?Ik phat models are very common in getting it

[@powerpc64]

@@Florin20D there are things such as the “frankenstein” mod, which replaces the 90nm RSX with a 60 or a 40nm RSX, which eliminates the issue

[@claudespeed277]

I feel like your the kind of person who would love the Pontiac Aztec, such a quirk

[@iamkarlozz]

@@powerpc64how would go by on doing the upgrade?

[@crashoverride576]

Nice. Back in the day when the PS3 got released I was fortunate enough to get 2 PS3 60 gig and 1 PS3 80 gig all backwards compatible. I still have one untouched in the box in my closet and the other 60 and 80 gig models I upgraded the hard drive to 750 gigs and they both still work absolutely fantastic. My opinion the original PS3 system was one of the best consoles. The only problem that I have encountered is it is a dust magnet. But there are some things you can do to help that.

[@dantewolf707]

What do you do to prevent dust around the PS3?

[@gmintraining4597]

Beautiful system, and clean! Looks like a great buy. I still have a BC PS3 and I barely play it anymore as I don’t want it to burn out, but yeah, awesome option to have! Great vid!

[@JerrySM64]

If you have soldering skills, buy tantalum capacitors and swap the NEC/TOKIN capacitors out. Then have fun, your PS3 is now most likely immune to the YLOD. (You have 8 NEC/TOKIN caps in your system. You need 32 Tantalum caps, because you need 4 Tantalum ones to swap 1 NEC/TOKIN)

[@Pk3_Garage]

Great video. It's hard to believe you found one in such good condition. We have the PS3 fat 20 GB model that I bought from Game Stop for $55 back in 2016. I upgraded the hard drive to 1TB and had to replace the Optic Laser Disc reader back in 2019. This is the best gaming console I have ever owned. Love all the things you can do with it besides playing games. We stream movies, play DVD/Blu-Ray, store our family pictures and converted CD to MP3 to play our music.

[@killerdeamonking]

20gb model is rare, 40gb then 60gb and then 80gb some countries got a 120gb model of the fat. But is pretty much the 80gb model with a 120gb hdd upgrade.

[@ironopps661]

The Slots under the Front Flap are compact Flash, SD card, memory stick, memory stick Pro, and you can also use micro sds with an adapter. Truly Excellent Console.

[@CasSpell]

I'm honestly shocked that your PS3's CPU fan did not take off! Because a console at that age is sure to have crusty old thermal compound on the CPU right now 😅👍

[@ivan.guitaraaa1903]

How bout the ps4?

[@dodovomitory3496]

@@ivan.guitaraaa1903 Same

[@ShelyMB]

The thermal paste depends on how much the console was used. The more usage the more the thermal paste over time gets hard and crusty like. I know cuz I replaced the paste for one I got from whatnot. Boy that stuff was nasty and cruddy. Hardly any dust inside thank goodness. I am not tech expert, but have enough skills and experience.

[@MrQuaazga]

I hardly played my PS3, and it's still tucked away. Nice video. It brought back memories.

[@chriswilliams9734]

My very first ps3. Man I loved this thing. Mine had the rlod after 4 years. I wish I had held on to it and had just swapped the motherboard or something to keep the backwards compatibility. Not long after that happened I traded it in to gamestop for $100 of my ps4 preorder. My ps4 is still running after 7 years. I now have the super slim ps3 that I bought from mercari not too long ago. The ps3 games are really cheap which is why I bought it. I loved the ps3 era.

[@bls3746]

This was my first PS3 i had as well I got it when i was 3 years old but it only lasted about 2 or 3 years. I have no idea how it got to my country though because I live in the UK and this model was only in America I think but not fully sure. I still have mine somewhere I might try and fix it one day but for now I’m happy with my jailbroken slim that I’ve had since this one broke

[@dannyboy643ify]

I’m looking into buying a backwards compatible ps3 but i might just get a ps2 and 3 lol

[@Badar2310]

I'm considering getting a used Backwards compatible PS3. Can you please let me know if this version of PS3 can play pirated versions of PS2 games?

[@thecoolguy549]

​@@Badar2310 you'll need custom firmware for that basically jailbreaking it but don't know how to do it personally

[@aubreygreer]

CF is compact flash and is mostly used on high end cameras (or used to be). CF Express has since replaced it on new cameras. Very strange decision to put those card readers on a video game console. But then again Sony was marketing the PS3 as a multimedia device at the time.

[@3lfamilystudio719]

it was actually common to be used for mini PCs

[@shinonomenano9043]

They put the slot there so people can share photo from the PlayStation 3 because sony also make Cameras and playstation 3 has abylity to open a web browser

[@ct12369]

Yes, I have a ps3 80gb that I got off of eBay in December of last year and I ended up bidding for it for $210.00 and I think it was worth it because it was in mint condition and it runs smoothly for hours and yes, I still play it. I personally think it is the greatest console of all time because of the looks, features, and games. You’ve earned a sub.

[@Florin20D]

Make sure to replace thermal paste and maybe consider installing a new powerful and efficient fan if u dont wanna get ylod

[@MrWifiman100]

It’s so soothing watching these videos, great work man keep it up, and stay healthy !

[@hkoizumi3134]

I still have this myself. My box is much more in better condition and it does have all the manual and ads inside. As soon as I opened it back in 2007, I placed the packaging in my closet never to be touched again. It is still there as we speak lol. I really missed the feeling of getting this kind of console because I believe this was the last time we associated Sony with HiFi purchase. For those that are too young, Sony used to be known as quality purchase. Looking at the 1st Gen PS3, you can absolutely tell the Professional look to it.

[@deans-rewind2882]

You are indeed correct, It’s backwards compatible via partial emulation. The CECHA01 is the model that is full backwards compatible. By having the emotion engine chip. The other ones that are not the 60gb model have the cell broadband engine chip.

[@DragonProtector]

Interesting

[@ksp1278]

I still have my PS3. I dug it out a few weeks ago after being in storage for the last 13 years! I have since then bought over 40 of the best rated PS3 games (from both the standpoint of graphical quality and from gameplay perspective) and also I have bought a few of the PS2 / PS1 games! Loving it! I have put a cheap 1tb SSD inside now to replace the 60Gb that was in there. I think I will take it apart and repaste the CPU/GPU to help with longevity. I am considering jailbreaking it so that I can copy all of the games to the SSD and not wear out the blueray drive (as that's a main component that's prone to fail over time). I think the one thing that's a little disappointing though is that most PS3 games are 720p or even lower. It looks rather jagged when displayed on my 1080p monitor. It has been so long since I used the console, I think I had nostalgic memories about how good the games looked. I guess I have been spoiled by PC gaming since then.

[@rosstee]

I don't care about resolution as long as a game plays well, but if you don't like 720p you really won't want to play those PS2 / PS1 games 😄

[@alantherock225]

This is the same model I got for Christmas in 2007. Still running strong fourteen years later.

[@fiyahblaze8732]

This the best PS3 glad I had this back in the days! 4 USB ports, BC, also included free game and blu-ray disc in package.

[@tougeruzbay]

Owned my ps3 since August of '08 an 80gb model that came with MGS4 and really enjoyed it and over the years started to collect games for it and really liked the games that came on this system compared to the Xbox 360. I suffered the yellow light of death once back in 2012 because of leaving the system on for hours and hours due to downloading demos from the PS store. From there on upgraded the HDD to an SSHD 1tb and never had that issue again since then. Recently been playing some games like RAGE, Lair, Haze, Heavenly Sword, Gran Turismo 5 and 6, and Asura's Wrath and I got 2 cabinets filled with the games over the years and some hidden gems that are now worth a pretty penny.

[@mohamedakrouch242]

Dude so crazy, I just whipped out my PS3 and played RDR1 and now your unboxing one, such a coincidence

[@MariusBoss11458]

I unboxed my 2015 PS3 Slim a few months ago just because i wanted to play God of War. Got to play the Whole saga Except GOW 4. I still can't believe I didn't got God Of War 3 for PS4. I still have time and in the Future i can even play it on a PS5.

[@jimbosgames21]

I just came across this video now. Sorry I forgot to include the mini usb cable, but glad that you're satisfied with the mirror finish!

[@EmmettXIV]

7:55 This is a beautiful console. The console's shell, shape, and mirror finish, it reminds of a luxury car.

[@gott2641]

I was going to go back from the start and count how many times you said the phrase "mirror finish" throughout the whole video, but I just couldn't bring myself to do it ;)

[@Stringfox]

I just got one dirt cheap, it was used and very dirty on the inside. Spent countless hours brushing every spot clean, changed the paste and replaced the lens tray for the disc drive. Now it runs butter smooth, looks amazing and plays all of my PS2 games - there's no other feeling like that!

[@leonardoserna2238]

Sounds you like you know your stuff. My controller won't sync sometimes when i boot up ps2 games even after "resetting" controller with the little button in the back. But sometimes it will almost like roll of the dice🤣controllers are new and Sony. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. 👍

[@rosstee]

@@leonardoserna2238 Old comment I know, but if it's the controller causing problems then PS4 controllers also work on PS3.

[@joseolvera9287]

Crash bash is a classic! Played it as a kid :’)

[@jrob0021]

I remember buying it from blockbuster forever ago (probably early 2000s?)

[@pepsidude8919]

Nice PS3 video and great job on it too! I still have a backwards compatible PS3 myself as well which is the original 60 GB model. I've had it now for over four years already since I got it off of Amazon back in 2018 and it still works fine so far too for the time being since I haven't had the YLOD or anything on it yet which is really great since I've been pretty lucky so far. I also like how you tested out both "Crash Bash" for PS1 and "Grand Theft Auto III" for PS2 on the backwards compatible PS3 in this video since those are also two of my favorite games. I even have "MotorStorm" for PS3 as well which is also one of my favorite PS3 games, and it was actually the very first PS3 game I ever played when I first got into the PS3 many years ago. In fact, I actually picked up the 80 GB MotorStorm bundle way back in 2008 which included the 80 GB PS3 itself which was also backwards compatible with PS2 games even though it ran on software emulation, plus the "MotorStorm" game itself which I still have. Unfortunately, though, my 80 GB PS3 stopped working many years ago since it wouldn't read any of the game discs that I would insert into the console even though it still powers on and off fine since it never got the YLOD. I now have two working PS3 systems so far which are the 60 GB backwards compatible model that I just got from Amazon back in 2018, and I also have an old 160 GB PS3 Slim model which I actually got way back in 2011, and I use that as my main PS3 even though it's not backwards compatible with PS2 game discs.

[@Baseballr101]

I’m not 100% sure, but to answer why the top of the box was cut out was for a UPC rebate. I can remember purchasing my 60GB version from FYE, and there was some sort of rebate to send in, but required the UPC cutout from the box.

[@brandonpemberton4567]

This is my favorite model of the ps3 the mirror finish is gorgeous

[@tilozoru1255]

I bought this exact 80 GB Motor-storm console with original everything! A collector had owned it and I happened on it in January off of FB Marketplace. 320.00 later, and sweating bullets till it arrived! Beautiful Piano finish, not a scratch. Here it sits in my living room, I can now play PS3, PS2 and PS1 with only One Console! Love it!

[@leonardoserna2238]

Ever have an issue when you play a ps2 game the controller turns off and when you try to turn your controller on when the ps2 gsme is booting up the red lights just keep blinking and wont stop and it wont let me sync the controller again. Happens sometimes and sometimes it doesnt. Controllers were brand new and Sony. Any advice? And i reset the controller too with the little hole in the back.still didnt work.

[@rickyrosay33977]

@@leonardoserna2238 you’re controller is not oem you’re using a third party controller third party controllers don’t allow you to play ps2 games sadly during the ps3 era controllers that look so much like the actual controller were being made I suggest you buy a new controller and make sure it’s an oem ps3 controller make sure that the person you buying it from assures you it’s an official controller

[@garyalensr]

I want a backwards compatible system so bad, I just don't want to fork out that kinda cash. I do have the 120gb system and a ps4 slim. I'm definitely thinking of get a ps2 and ps1. I like to collect all the game systems from the past. I'm 45yrs old and have seen all the systems introduced and it's crazy how far they've come!!! Hell I even have the Wii mini and still love playing it with the fam. Great content. I've been binge watching your channel and subbed. Keep up the great work!!

[@LandonTheToon]

There’s his real life face!!! 11:06

[@ADeeSHUPA]

uP

[@coolguy2873]

He didn’t even censor it lol.

[@zekerodriguez13]

You’re right, CECHA01 (60GB) & BO1 (20GB) have PS2 hardware. CECHEO1 & CO1 have PS3 emulator software.

[@b2d327]

I believe the tab missing from the box was sent in for 3 free Blu-ray movies if memory serves me. I’ve had 4 fat models since launch that were all ps2 backwards compatible except for my most recent pick up, a ceramic white Japanese model. Probably the most beautiful model I’ve ever seen in perfect condition and still with the og box and accessories. I plan on upgrading the hdd and installing cfw on it. Btw, the original sixaxis controllers didn’t have the motors for the rumble feature. It came later with the DualShock 3

[@abnerrodriguez7954]

Jacob! you handle those packages like me when I spend some serious bread on consoles lol ! much appreciated man! :}

[@MaxwellsUnearthly]

Glad you have a great working PS3. I still have my PS3 (80 gig Backwards compatible PS1,2,3 from back in 2006) and it works beautifully still (knock on wood). Back in the day, these 80 gigs ran for 600$ new. I do believe I got mine before the "limited edition", but I would have loved to get this one because motor storm was the game to get back in the day, this game needs a remake for PS5 badly. Last but not least, and I'm not exactly 100% sure about this, but, Sony first made the PS3 with the built-in physical emulator chip to play PS1, PS2. After the console was out for a while, they decided to manufacture the PS3 to be backwards compatible but with software only. I heard this change was made as a way to kinda save money, and because the actual chip was hard to update the software with, because there were some issues playing some PS1, PS2 games that I do believe they fixed with an update. However, I was never quite able to play Hitman blood money with mine, it seemed to freeze all the time at a certain level, and so I never played it again, but still have it lol. Anyways, enjoy, it's a great system to have.

[@maciejgada740]

Yea, PS3 at first had WHOLE PS2 crammed inside, on PCB. Literally. Next revisions had some parts of PS2 removed and those were emulated by software. Next, PS3s had PS2 compatibility removed by removing last bits of PS2 hardware. Putting PS2 HW inside was more convenient for Sony, as they did not want to do any SW PS2 emulation for some reason. PS1 compatibility is done by software emulation.

[@MaxwellsUnearthly]

@@maciejgada740 ugh, sad to report my ps3 has the yellow light of death, sadly I don’t think it can be fixed.

[@rosstee]

@@MaxwellsUnearthly It probably can - worth looking into, or sell it for spares and repairs. Better than throwing away something which might be fixable.

[@DJGillman]

I had the same model when this was launched I loved it, but then I had the ylod and was unfixable. I so miss it. Best looking PS3 Sony made and with backwards compatibility was a big pro.

[@rudy1570]

Nice video. If I had known you were looking for a ps 3 console I have the 60 gig also in pristine condition. An amazing find..

[@pheapkim978]

Best looking console ever made and yes I loved looking at that blue n green light combo at night even the little orange flicker light when the hdd is being read

[@songoku_6446]

i got a 60gb one for modding and it still works great, hard to find 3rd party parts such as better fans nowadays but if you change the thermal paste and keep it standing upright youll be good

[@Mjo742]

Standing upright improves cooling for this model?

[@songoku_6446]

@@Mjo742 air gets pulled from the top and blown out the back of the unit, if you stand upright then it can get better flow. There's a higher chance of suffocation when the consoles on its side, fan has to work harder to cool the unit

[@grahambeech4634]

I’ve still got my PS3 fatty which I bought on release day. Fitted a 250gb hd many years ago. Still works a treat.

[@jrob0021]

That's awesome. Have you had to do any maintenance on it? Like clean dust out of it?

[@grahambeech4634]

Nope never. Warranty sticker still there. No scratches. Got all my (digital) games on hdd. Whisper quiet. Just a well built console.

[@chriswilliams9734]

@@grahambeech4634 mine lasted 4 years. Had red light of death. I remember trying the hair dryer/ heater gun method to get it to work 😂.

[@grahambeech4634]

Unlucky Chris. Just been and dusted mine. I have 3 of the sixaxis controllers too although 2 of them need new batteries. Problem is I don’t have any discs anymore, ps1,2 or 3, to play ha ha ha.

[@MrAlan1828]

Good Stuff, all my PS3 now all fitted with 1TB SSD's ;)

[@mrbo0gus777]

I love your videos as always keep it up and have a million in no time

[@alexcampbell7847]

You’re right, that’s the best setup. I’m looking to get a PS3 now , watching this made me feel hype

[@apap7170]

The greatest console ever made ,still have mine. Still works 60 gig version

[@ineedandrenaline]

That's PS2

[@redwaldcuthberting7195]

@@ineedandrenaline In terms of sales yes, but it comes down to what you enjoyed most.

[@jcchaconjr]

The memory card slots on that model are CompactFlash(CF - used on early DSLR cameras before SD went mainstream), SD, and Sony’s MemoryStick, which is what the PSP used.

[@killerdeamonking]

Uhh the compact flash is still widely used even on newer style dslr cameras hence the reason you can find 128gb cards even found a 512gb once. Reason being is because they are faster than the SD version oddly enough.

[@rockl79]

@@killerdeamonking they are still used but sd cards are still much more common and convenient.

[@killerdeamonking]

@@rockl79 Im well aware of this. You can still buy brand new camras that use the CF cards though. Just not as common though but ptofessionals use the cf format more as you get better read and write speeds on the fly.

[@Xman80888]

Got one of these, console only in 2019 for $50, nice condition still had warranty sticker. Replaced thermal paste and been running great since.

[@GladiatorCollectibles]

Video is spot on man. Great content !

[@Emiougus]

5:57 Believe it or not alot of people didn't have wifi modems when the ps3 came out, so a ethernet cable would've been required

[@Jonathan11225]

very nice console, i also have a Backward compatible PS3 it is a 20 GB model in good condition i paid 180$ for it couple years ago and i also have a fat 40GB Japanese PS3 CIB in Ceramic white which i really liked and never available in NA in that color

[@YuProducciones]

i got to say, this is one my favorito videos. really nice unboxing, really nice choice, great video and test.

[@Thehotdogman]

Glad to see you didn't get swindled. Enjoy your console man!

[@homerthompson416]

CECHE emulates the Emotion Engine (PS2's cpu) but has the Graphics Synthesizer (PS2's gpu) in hardware. CECHA and CECHB have both the EE and the GS in hardware.

[@JohnWI13]

So CECHA and CECHB have more support for games right?

[@kamamat530]

In Europe 60gb model is basically exactly same as this model but harddrive is smaller. I found one for 120€ couple years ago with original controller in very good shape but unfortunately not in original box

[@maik1982]

this ps3 console was one of the nicest playstation sony made, i remember when the ps4 came out that was still very happy with the ps3 and wish the ps4 came later

[@benjaminsmits506]

That cable is actually called a mini b usb cable. They are super easy to come by. I googled it and it came up with about 6 different listings.

[@b00sted_b18c5]

The barcode corner of the box was cut off because during that time (circa 2007), Sony was offering 5 free blu-ray movies if you provide proof of purchase of a blu-ray player, and the PS3 was considered one. I'd know because I did the same, and still have my original CECHE01 model in original condition :)

[@jrob0021]

Lol that's cool. Makes sense now

[@thecookj454]

This console is very expensive specifically the (CECHA01) model. It’s becoming rare to the point where it’ll be a collectors item in the future. I advise getting one of these as soon as possible before the price of these things get ridiculous

[@soulja617]

I found 2 for $300 each do u think it’s a good $600 investment ?

[@thecookj454]

@@soulja617 I picked up a ao1 and it wasn’t worth it for me. I ended up selling it back. I sold it back because if you jailbreak a ps3 slim you can play hundreds of ps2/ps1 games for free. It’s a super heavy/clunky console. The disc drive was loud as hell and the console overheats way faster than the ps3 slim. If you are buying it to collect it may be worth it but if you just want to play ps2 games on ps3 you can easily modify a ps3 slim and play ps2 games that way.

[@soulja617]

@@thecookj454 Thanks for the very helpful info, I just don’t know about jailbreaking at all.

[@soulja617]

@@thecookj454 that was the launch one so maybe that’s why u had more issues then usual but I may pick up a E model even tho it’s emulator they seem to run better if decently cared for

[@hadi420_]

@@thecookj454 if you modify a ps3 slim and play ps1 and ps2 games you will get very bad frame rate

[@jackturner1788]

Nice console, I had a backwards compatibility ps3 when I got my first one, I can remember playing nfs most wanted on it 🙂 mine had the plain black box though

[@rmbwemanplays5567]

I used to have a 60 GB model, that was my very first ever console and I gave it to my sisterbecause she specifically wanted mine. It ended up getting fried from a short circuit but later down the line I picked up the god of war deluxe edition which was a super slim model 500 GB. That one still works, it's a bit dusty but it works like it did day 1. I'm never giving it up because I grew up on ps3 and in my opinion the best game library of any system.

[@Gamevet]

I have a 60 GB PS3. It's still running strong, but I had to replace the power supply, that failed a couple of years ago. It has better compatibility than your 80GB model, but it still had PS2 games that would crash.

[@robertdonnelly2054]

MotorStorm Arctic Edge PlayStation 2 version crashes.

[@Mackten420]

I hunt video games and consoles a lot and you rarely see one of these....I bought 3 of the early models one summer from garage sales and all 3 pooped out pretty quick....I repaired a 60G and it worked for a while until i went to turn it on the other day and nothing lol....The same day I hit up the marketplace and got one of these 80G models with 15 games for 50$ and it runs like a champ....I read that having the partial emulation instead of hardware makes the 80G less likely to break down....Im going to open mine up and clean it and put new thermal paste on the processors and a 19 blade fan inside...Its supposed to be the best way to keep em from overheating and pooping out...The metal gear solid sons of liberty ps3 is an 80g with the same serial number with and MG after that....That 80g is the best possible ps3 because that 80g backwards unit actually had Dual Shock 3...Sony had a lawsuit going on over it so that was the only backwards model to get it after the suit was over

[@Thejennonanator]

The og PS3 that's backwards compatible with ps2 games legit had a ps2 built into it

[@ericmiller2052]

The CECHExx didn't come with a dualshock originally. Dualshock 3 didnt come out until like 2009. Also I don't think lacking the emotion engine actually added any reliability. I have 3 backward compatible systems, and the only one that doesn't work properly is the 80gb unit.

[@gianfrancolobello4466]

I bought this exact console new back in the day (still have it) and if I remember correctly there was a promotion at the time where you mailed in that little corner of the box for 5 free blu ray movies.

[@ksp1278]

In the UK I think it came with Motorstorm and you could apply to get a free copy of Casino Royale on bluray.

[@cjchannel12RC]

Cool video, I have the exact same model PS3 you have currently but i don't use it often i like these old PS3's but they are kind of a one trick pony trying to find one that's in good condition and still works great. My personal favorite is the 60GB one i had 2 of them but my first one rlod'd twice and i sold my 2nd one almost 2 years ago so i bought my current one last year and it worked every time i turned it on.

[@supbro293]

i could tell right fron the thumbnail u got it bc it was glossy on the disc drive

[@ComputerTechnic217]

and the chrome trim in the bottom

[@cruise0074]

I’ve got the 60gig pal model in pristine condition . I don’t use mine though as I want to preserve it. But then again I was a Xbox fan back in the day rather than ps2, so I don’t own any ps2 games.

[@theshield1613]

Same and now it's in my closet since 2009 with original box.

[@tekkenfan01]

Give

[@TRell454]

@@theshield1613 u wanna sell it?

[@nick1822]

Even though the warranty sticker hasn't been messed with and the console is pretty clean I would still recommend opening the system up and applying new thermal paste. The console is almost 15 years old I know that factory thermal paste is completely dried up by now, better do it now before it comes back to bite you, its very simple and the console isn't under warranty anymore anyway, its just a sticker. I also upgraded my hard drive to 500gb, so if its gonna be the console to run all ps1, ps2, and ps3 games you own I would highly recommend upgrading the hard drive as well.

[@kfmscience]

I've got 2 fat PS3 models. I have this model ..I got it for £60 and in excellent condition like yours. I didn't know it was that model until I bought it and the guy didn't know how rare it was. Came with a few games, remote control and a controller...bargain at £60. I've still got my 80Gb Fat model too but I added a 500Gb HD to it. I need to update the thermal paste on them actually.. Great buy mate and very nice condition too.

[@rockl79]

The unfortunate part is even after being repasted these models still run very hot. To fix this you need to do an extremely risky process called delidding, which if done correctly can bring the temps down by up to 20C. It helps with the fan noise a ton as well.

[@SpaceOwl]

Ebay goes sky-high with those prices, dang. But for a pristine, 80gb PS3 in it's original box, I can see where they were trying to go. I got a PS3 recently for $60, it's not an 80gb though, I think it's a 60gb.

[@jrob0021]

Yeah, it wasnt cheap because it checked all the boxes. In good condition, with original box, warranty sticker still in place, and backwards compatible. They're hard to come bh

[@killerdeamonking]

@@jrob0021 Far versions yes but mods make everything backwards compatible . Even the slims, though I prefer the gloss console over the Matt finish.

[@GRIMLOCK07]

I believe you mean *"Mini"* USB cable when referring to the PS3.

[@Kenno10rapid]

Just under 3 minutes into watching this video and the postman arrives. Brings me a 60gb backwards compatible PS3. about to open it while I carry on watching the video.

[@Strider-Ragnarok]

For the price, box included and conditions, you got a good deal.

[@TKIvanov]

"don't know why they included an ethernet cable, pretty sure the console has wi-fi" Because a wired connection is still, to this day (let alone 15 years ago), better than a wireless one?

[@DiscoverALLAH7777777]

20gb is not wifi...Last backward compatinke was this edition Ps3.The rest of the 80GB were not...Sold the last factory sealed Sony PS3 60GB for £1750 on Ebay..

[@pixelsrnautded9286]

The thermal paste on top and underneath the heat spreaders should be changed or this PS3 will soon be another casualty. NSC mods has good info on how to do that.

[@asenciolosangeles6778]

Who that can you send me link I have one I use it and I've never opened it

[@Brivera1126]

The delidding of the gpu is what scares me

[@chriswright8074]

@@asenciolosangeles6778 you should mod it

[@kieronsavage7656]

Yep.... Just left a similar comment.

[@unrewritable]

I still do this on mine every now and then and until this day it is still working fine. Never had YLOD or anything of the sort. Working perfect. I’ve had mine since launch.

[@shagrath3]

That was my first ps3. I loved it, with the backwards compatibility.

[@ralfjung4156]

Mine is in perfect condition with no scratches. Backward compatible, Rebug, 500 GB and a special Bios modification from a expert user. Love my PS3 !

[@DannyGPro]

Everyone take a shot every time he says mere finish

[@wrenboy2726]

😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@Draugluin999]

if i did i would need a new liver

[@beachballs446]

i guess im super lucky since i managed to score a backwards compatible ps3 on ebay for £30 recently

[@x2brotherss394]

wait really

[@beachballs446]

@@x2brotherss394 yep cant believe it either myself

[@theshield1613]

I still have my launch ps3 60gb with original box and now it's been in my closet since 2009, perfect condition 100%.

[@UdaPlays]

If it costs 30 dollars its probably broken

[@GmkSuperstars]

That's a dub

[@justinandmelaniehargrave6075]

Mirror finish besides the big scratch in the middle lol🤣

[@frank-bmtz]

Such a beautiful looking console.

[@imbored3289]

Good thing you bought another one in case the rest mysteriously self destruct

[@nonyabusiness999]

Could you please clear up one thing I wasn't sure about?does it have a mirror finish?wasn't too clear in the video 😅

[@maxpowar9986]

Haha

[@andersonm5493]

I was worried about the title but nice to see that people still play on the PS3

[@dustyshoopman845]

I am pretty sure that the "limited edition" on the box was just referring to the game itself not the console. The reasoning is because it is the NOT FOR RESALE version. Also the whole six axis controller came about because Duelshock so it's own company and the license to Sony ran out. They eventually made a new deal because customers didn't like the six axis so the Duelshock 3 was born.

[@dahacksterkent8169]

i think this ones plays ps2 hardware as well,, then they included the dual rumble controller is when it was emulation

[@shayminator0772]

amazing gorgeous console😍🔥

[@giotheofficial6419]

Just picked one up for $25 today. Such an amazing console!

[@pepsidude8919]

I don't know why actually, but one other thing that I also always happen to notice with backwards compatible PS3 consoles, for some reason, is that every time you start or quit a PS2 game on the PS3, the Sixaxis or DualShock 3 wireless controller always disconnects from the console and then you have to press the PS button each time to reconnect the controller again. I've had that happen to me too a lot from before whenever I would start or quit a PS2 game on a backwards compatible PS3 even though that doesn't seem to happen with PS1 and PS3 games though. It's only with PS2 games for some reason.

[@moreandmorethings8518]

I’m so glad that the console was used but it stills works don’t you say

[@sameeramzan7463]

I like trains

[@Kylehappy305]

@@sameeramzan7463 Im a Dog

[@67Wilky]

Mod it and install webman and you can see how much playtime the console actually has (how much time its been on)

[@That_Handle]

[Noted] _Thanks!_ 👍

[@3lfamilystudio719]

and turn fan speed to 35% so it will be not too loud

[@goldensperm7182]

@@3lfamilystudio719 it would be best to put the fan percentage where the sony engineers decided how much it should be.

[@jedistreaming4006]

Good score, you beat me to it, I'm hunting for one also.

[@ZaimAfham]

That ps3 looks pristine. So lucky to have the bc ps3 in really good condition

[@jameseaton28]

Yes.. keep that pristine backwards compatible PS3 they are not easy to find in such good condition. I have a backwards compatible PS3 too.. it's also in really good condition 👍🏽.

[@robertdonnelly2054]

I have two pristine condition backwards compatible PlayStation 3 Consoles. One is unboxed and used regularly and another one boxed. Many of the leaflets and cables ard still bagged and unopened, but everything is in the box.

[@That_Handle]

Gottabe wary of firmware version, last I read up on latest jailbreaks/CFWs to keep PS2 B-C which was denied to certain PS3 model(s) after update.

[@pennydropper6875]

@@jameseaton28 i just got one and havent connected it to internet or anything yet. So you're saying i shouldnt connect it to internet for update?

[@jameseaton28]

@@pennydropper6875 - Yes.. don't ever attempt to update the PS3 system software.. it will likely result in repair costs.

[@pennydropper6875]

@@jameseaton28 aight for sure thanks for the info. Do you know why that happens by any chance?

[@taytayrazors9033]

I only pay $80 dollars for My PS3 console and Games and I got From eBay for Christmas and Works fine.

[@angrycat225]

Great video ,currently I have a PS4 I just need a PS3 to play PS one and ps2 games. I’ll definitely be ordering one too.

[@noneed4me2n7]

If your planning to use it regular kit might not hurt to get the thermal paste redone. Nice score.