Swap magic, which comes bundled with a in cd and dvd format disc, allows every ps2 fan to use or play imported or backedup games on their playstation 2. Simply follow our step by step swap magic instructions and youll be on your way to using your ps2 swap magic discs like a pro in just a few minutes. You can play copied ps2 games with software called swap magic and a tiny. The ps3, however, even has trouble running a majority of ps2 games, ps3 s backwards compatibility capabilities are trash. New downloads are added to the member section daily and we now have 358,493 downloads for our members, including. Retail ps2 discs are silverpressed, and that is the only thing the ps2 laser will read until it is modded. The software has existed since at least mid2003, with several different versions of the disc having been developed. I already know i can play japanese ps2 games using the dvd one but im not 100% sure the same will happen for ps1 games. Any site that demands payment for a download of swap magic is likely a scam. If you download and burn swap magic, the disc will be purple. How to make a swap tool for a playstation 2 wonderhowto. Sep 30, 2016 i am in the process of buying a playstation 2 for a friend and am wondering which venue of modding to play burnt duh.
So your trying to make a ps2 read a burnt game with a burnt copy of swap magic which it cant do. You can purchase swap magic online and download the disc. Jul 22, 2009 i have been reading many comments about running ps2 emulators on ps3. How to play ps ntscj games on a ps2 or ps3 our pastimes. If i used the swap magic disk in the ps3 the same way i would in a ps2, would it still work the same. Buy playstation 2 ps2 magic slide card with swap magic discs or get the best tradein value for playstation 2, games, accessories and gaming consoles at. I myself have gotten have gotten ps2 homebrew running on the ps3 such as the popular ulaunchelf file manager. If you dont have any ps2 games in the list listed below, then try the ones you have or a ps2 demo disc. Magic switch pro v4 must be used with swap magic 3.
Other games also work using the same process, but the elf file and locations on the disc may be different. Swap magic is a dvd tool used for running custom games on a sony playstation 2 ps2 console. Solved freemcboot will not install on ps2 50003 series using swap magic discs. No more waiting to play the latest ps2 games from around the world, just fit this chip into your ps2 and all the usajap ps2 import games on cddvd will boot. More resources from jolek ps2 ps2 rdram test this is a simple test app for your ps2 rdram. To do this i can run a utility called swap magic using the original ps3 that plays ps2 games i have this one 60gb. Solved freemcboot will not install on ps2 50003 series. The jump from playstation 2 to playstation 3 meant that many gamers had an entire library of. The ps3, however, even has trouble running a majority of ps2 games, ps3 s backwards compatibility capabilities are. If the appropriate ps3 model is out of your price range or you are unable to track one down, there is still another option available.
The newly added component tool e is specially designed for the latest model of ps2 slim, such as, ceramic white and satin silver ps2 slim. You can play import ps2 games on an unmodded us ps2 if the game works with hdloader and you can use hdloader. How can you download magic swap disc for ps2 answers. Myu question is how i have read many comments on how to do this, with mixed results do i only need an original swap magic disc not an self burnt copy. Free mcboot memory card, swap magic, iso ps2, homebrew. The swap magic device lets playstation 2 users play. Swap magic is a specialized playstation 2 game disc used for tricking the console into reading nonretail or burned game discs, homebrew software, or games outside the consoles region. Swap magic 3 is theperfect solution for playing backups games too. You can only use usb loading when swap magic is on ps3. Ps1 imports on the ps3 playstation nation gamespot. To do this i can run a utility called swap magic using the original ps3 that plays ps2 games i have this. All you need is an old credit hard or a hard piece of plastic. Turn on the ps3 system and insert the swap magic disc into the ps3s disc drive.
How to run ps2 games from flash drive it still works. Ps2 magic slide card with swap magic discs playstation 2. Swap magic and most other nonsonymade playstation 2 bootable discs use a method of growing and splicing stampers from original playstation 2 discs, a method of growing a stamper from an original game disc and joining a new stamper with the program data on to it. In this tutorial, i will teach you how to mod your playstation 2 to play imports and backups. How to copy ps2 games to a ps3 hard drive our pastimes. Also ps2 games on ps3 tends to lag, this will not be an issue to regular games.
I am now looking forward to reading about swap magic. Insert the swap magic application disc into the ps2 console. Swap magic is a boot disc from the ps2 scene which allows you to run ps2 backups and homebrew content on a ps3 with any version of ofw. Think about what a mod chip or swap magic disc does is allow your ps2 to read burnt media. Because the brake slows the disc down, the ps2 wont be able to continue. I want to play some japanese ps2 games however i only wish to purchase a ps3. Swap magic magic switch tool v4 for ps2 slim shop01media.
If you have a playstation 3 system that is capable of playing playstation 2 games, you can also use swap magic to play these backup files on your ps3 system. What you need is a usb to ide cable or some other way of getting your ps2 hdd connected to your pc simple if you have an empty drive bay. Swap magic is commonly found at independent gaming or computer repair shops. Its made to byspass the coding that ps2 games need to be recognized by an unmodded ps2.
May 20, 2007 you can play import ps2 games on an unmodded us ps2 if the game works with hdloader and you can use hdloader. Swap magic ps2 swap magic faq swap magic instructions. You need swap magic discs which you can find online. Magic switch v4 is designed for use with swap magic discs on the ps2 scph7xxxx to 9xxxx. Download the usb advance application and save it to your computer see resources.
If you have a sony playstation 2 ps2 game console, you are. This version is modified by barracuda to run hd loader and ps2link by pressing r1 and l1 respectively. Press the circle button to enter into the swap magic usb loader menu. Unfollow swap magic ps2 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Its best if you avoid using common keywords when searching for swap magic 3. How to play copied ps2 games with pictures wikihow. No chips in this tutorial, i will teach you how to mod your playstation 2 to play imports and backups. Cogswaploader is a free alternative to swap magic discs. Google the instructions for installing it, take your time, and soon enough youll have your modded ps2. Press x to enter the download menu and select download now. The person who made that video has made a couple of other videos showing homebrew using swap magic discs and loading elf files. I made a reply on a qcma issue topic in the vita subforum, could use some more help there if youd be willing. Im sure that the ps2 swap magic discs will get it to run, though. Installation for the magic swtich pro v4 is easy and simple. In essence what it does is it stops the laser from moving, so you can do a swap with your backed up game. Playing ps2 games from usb really sucks big time at first it sounds cool because you dont have to waste dvdrs but games are running so retardedly slow and hickups here and there for example kingdom hearts fmvs plays fine for 2 secs and chokes and then it goes fine for 2 secs to get choked. James camerons avatar the game free download revie.
Iso backup copies of the ps2 games in their collection. This ps2 game swap trick started with 007 agent under fire, so i will use that as the main guide. Accessories for playstation 2, swap magic, freemcboot, iso ps1 and ps2. This will show you how to make a swap card for your playstation 2 ps2 so that you can play custom, backup, or burned game discs. I am in the process of buying a playstation 2 for a friend and am wondering which venue of modding to play burnt duh. However, this gameshark 2 for some reason autoejects the disc tray. The classic playstation screen will show up and the game will load. Its a different different type of manufacturing the discs arent made the same way. This option requires any model of a playstation 2 system and the dvd swap magic disc. Press up on the controllers dpad and the l1 button simultaneously to open the swap magic usb loader. Once it passes the disc check you slide in a burned game and it will read it since swap magic prevented the ps2 from recognizing that is a copy.
The ps2 swap magic is a set of discs designed to allow you to play your favourite import and backup playstation 2 games, without a mod chip. The story in this prince of persia game starts out as the prince and his father, the king of persia, are besieging the maharajahs castle to plunder the treasures hidden inside. Use something like swap magic to do a disc swap at boot. Ive recently got my hands on an old bwc ps3 and ive owned the black swap magic 3. Select the swap magic option from the game section of the ps3s xrossmediabar. In essence what it does is it stops the laser from moving, so you can do a swap. I dont want to order a japanese region game and not be able to play it so id really appreciate confirmation. I wouldnt bet on it, swap magic, was made especially for the ps2 and the ps2 only. Making ps2 swap disc no swap magic or action replay. Make sure you have a ps2 made before mid 2008look on the serial number on the back and it should be less than 799999 or something like that and youll be okay. Aug 30, 2007 you can download it but if you think about it defeats the purpose.
From what i understand swap magic works because the ps2 reads it and thinks its a game disc. Sep 19, 20 making a swap disc for 007 agent under fire using free programs dvd decrypter. This will become an issue for fighting and fps games. This includes the ability to use opl and play games from usb or smb, though fmv and heavy loading games may stutter. The good intentions reason for swap magic is that you can play your ps2 games without ruining the original disc, though it is used by the majority of people to pirate ps2 games. Purchase the appropriate set of dvd swap magic discs. Play station 3 has been hacked and ps3 mod chips are available for purchase.
Magic switch pro v4 is designed for use with swap magic discs v3 on the ps2 scph7000x and ps2 scph9000x. Ive looked through modding services and premodded ps2 consoles, and to be succinct, no dice. It is not necessary to modify your ps2 console, so no warranty void. Ive seen and heard about usb loading using swap magic which would be a great way to streamcapture gameplay of some of my imports that need patches. Swap magic is a specialized playstation 2 game disc used for tricking the console into reading nonretail or burned game discs, homebrew software, or games. Then copy my ps2 games as isos and run from an external drive.
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