Sony Charging For PS2 Emulation On PS4 Makes Sense – Developer

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Though it’s still pretty early, Sony has a very interesting opportunity with its PlayStation 2 emulator for the PS4. With the abnormally large catalogue of PS2 releases, some considered classics despite their age, the emulator could be a great compliment to services like PlayStation Now. The question is – should Sony really be charging money for these old PS2 games?

GamingBolt spoke to Norwind Interactive’s Brandyn Engbrecht, who is currently working on the sandbox title Astraea for the PS4, about his take on PS2 emulation and whether it would be a success even with Sony charging money for digital PS2 games.

He stated that, “I am thrilled that the PS4 will be able to emulate PS2 games! I believe that the more games on a platform, the better. I’m sure Sony had to pay it’s developers to make the emulation software work – so charging money only makes sense. I hope it’s a success!”

Though comparisons could be made to the Xbox 360 emulator on Xbox One, it’s hard to really draw parallels since the former is one generation behind while the PS2 is two generations behind. Also, Microsoft is offering the opportunity for old Xbox 360 games to work on the Xbox One though it needs to build in support for said games with the help of developers.

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KxrLPosted:

Strokes SONY deciding to charge for "OLD" PS2 Games.. that's absolutely ridiculous why would i pay for SCOOBY DOO, Don't get me wrong that game was dope but cmon.


Yeh it was dope lol but nah I wouldn't be buying it ffs

AR15Posted:

Bahroz Id rather play the games I used to own for free than pay for


So would everyone. But, Sony cares about making money like every other business.

OGPosted:

As long as they dont go overboard with their prices then it should be cool to see old games come to life

BahrozPosted:

Id rather play the games I used to own for free than pay for

StrokesPosted:

SONY deciding to charge for "OLD" PS2 Games.. that's absolutely ridiculous why would i pay for SCOOBY DOO, Don't get me wrong that game was dope but cmon.

KatsumiPosted:

DeluxeHazard If Sony chooses to charge for old PS2 games, they should be cheap like $1. Spending $60 on a game these days is already outrageous enough.


They should definitely be cheap, but $1 is too low imo. I'd be happy if they charge $5-10 for most games

RepBanditPosted:

It just depends on the price for me.
Gotta be a fair price

QTPosted:

DeluxeHazard If Sony chooses to charge for old PS2 games, they should be cheap like $1. Spending $60 on a game these days is already outrageous enough.


lol tbh.. Like they should be cheap I can underdstand why they're going to start charging but.. over 5 dollars is crazy

DeluxeHazardPosted:

If Sony chooses to charge for old PS2 games, they should be cheap like $1. Spending $60 on a game these days is already outrageous enough.

KatsumiPosted:

Zib PS4 is fun by itself, the only game I think is good is The Simpsons: Hit and Run :)


Simpsons hit and run sounds amazing. Can't wait to relive those childhood memories


vvv i meant PS4


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