On the left is an original, launch “fat” PS3, while the one on the right is a “super slim” PS3 and the middle one is a “slim” PS3 | RetroResolve Of all the PS3 models to have been released, only the first-generation launch models are fully backwards compatible with PS2 games. My pick would be the superslim for being the one with less problems, including the plastic sliding door. It's essentially a workhorse. The Fat model also is remarkable for being the most beautiful and the one with the most functionalities, like backward compatibility. 4. Hazelhurst. Current generation "Slim" PS3's have software backwards compatibility. They won't play any PS2 games, but they'll most PSX games. The 60GB launch PS3, however, most certainly will, due to it's hardware backwards compatibility, as you know. Since this PS3 has the guts of the PS2 inside it, firmware updates do NOT affect it's compatibility. 5. Find the search box that appears in a darkened "pull down" list and search on "Backward Compatible" to find lots of information on Backward Compatibility. From a quick look at the list, it appears that the 160 GB System is suppposed to be backward comapatible with PlayStation 1 Games but not with PlayStation 2. At launch, the PlayStation 3 – like Sony’s previous generation – supported full backward compatibility as well. The PS3 was supposed to be an awe-inspiring system, one that could play any A new 33% slimmer, 36% lighter PlayStation 3 entertainment system that is also more energy efficient. Includes a Dualshock 3 wireless controller and a built-in 120GB HDD for storing games, music, videos, and photos. Built-in Wi-Fi for connectivity anywhere and multiple media format compatibility. Free membership and access to all the events, as How much is a PS3 worth today? On average, based on months of sold eBay listings data, an original PS3 that is backward-compatible with PS2 games sells for $259. However, on average, non-backward-compatible “fat” PS3 consoles sell for $85. The redesigned PS3 Slim sells for $120, and the PS3 Super Slim model sells for $94 on average. Backward-Compatibility Requirements. One requirement for backward compatibility is a hard drive, which means that the 4GB Xbox 360 Slim will not be backward compatible unless you add a hard drive to it. Moreover, an added hard drive must be an official Microsoft Xbox 360 hard drive. Third-party drives you might find cheaper on eBay don't have All PS3 models play PS1. US original 60GB have FULL PS2 backwards compatibility. PAL CECHE 60GB has partial backwards compatibility via software emulation. Modded PS3’s (Slims and Super slims) can also play PS2 games, only via software emulation. Gone__Hollow • 3 yr. ago. Frequently bought together. This item: Sony Playstation 3 160GB System (Renewed) $19999. +. Controller 2 Pack for PS3 Wireless Controller for Sony Playstation 3, Double Shock 3, Bluetooth, Rechargeable, Motion Sensor, 360° Analog Joysticks, Remote for PS3, 2 USB Charging Cords, Black. $2599. hn5JEa.