PS2 Games on PS3: Only on Launch "Fat" Models (CECHA/B/C/E) — No Adapter Exists

Only on specific models. PS2 backward compatibility varies by PS3 hardware revision:

PS3 Model	PS2 Support	Notes
Launch "Fat" (CECHA/B/C/E, 20/60/80GB)	Full hardware (Emotion Engine + GS chip)	Best compatibility (~98%)
Later "Fat" (CECHG/H/K, 40/80GB)	Partial software (GS chip only, EE emulated)	~70% compatibility; some bugs
All "Slim" & "Super Slim"	None	No PS2 hardware or software emulation

Model number on the back (CECH-xxxx). If it starts with CECHA, B, C, or E → full BC. CECHG/H/K → partial. CECH-2xxx/3xxx/4xxx → none.

There is no "PS2 to PS3 adapter." That is a myth. Non-BC models cannot play PS2 discs—period.

PS2 Classics on PS Store: Select titles re-released digitally (PS3 store closed 2021; buy on PS4/PS5/web if available).
PS Now (Cloud): Streams some PS2 games (requires subscription, latency varies).
Original PS2 / PCSX2 Emulator: Best fidelity.

Verify your model before buying PS2 discs for PS3.

PS3 Games