Backwards Compatibility

Electronics

The PS3 Cech 2501A is a specific hardware revision of the PlayStation 3 that belongs to the Cech (or CECH) series of models. In short, it is not officially backwards compatible...

gaming

Xbox One consoles, including Xbox One S and Xbox One X, support selected Xbox 360 games through a backwards compatibility program that Microsoft introduced in 2017. This feature...

gaming

On Xbox One, backwards compatibility refers to the ability to play a curated selection of Xbox 360 games on newer Xbox hardware, including Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, and...

gaming

Xbox is Microsoft’s gaming and entertainment ecosystem, spanning consoles, cloud gaming, services, and a large catalog of games and experiences. It matters because it shapes h...

Status Updates

Yes, Red Dead Redemption (original Xbox 360 title) is backwards compatible on Xbox One and can be played digitally or from disc on Xbox Series X|S with enhancements. This status...

gaming

You can play many Xbox 360 games on Xbox One through the built-in backwards compatibility program, but not every title is supported. This evergreen explainer covers how the feat...

compatibility

No, you cannot play PS2 discs on a PlayStation 4. The PS4 lacks native PS2 compatibility and does not read PS2 game discs. If your goal is to play PlayStation 2 games on a moder...

gaming

PlayStation 3 models vary in their ability to play PlayStation 2 discs and accessories. Whether you are troubleshooting an existing setup or choosing a system for retro play, un...

gaming

Not every PlayStation 2 game runs on every PlayStation 3, and compatibility depends on model, region, and the specific disc or title. This overview clarifies which PS2 games are...

playstation

PlayStation 3 backwards compatibility is a frequently asked question for players considering buying a used console or playing their existing PS2 library on newer hardware. This...