I can't believe how awesome this exploit is. What a time to be a ps2 gamer. Thumbs up if you agree. :)
@qmixonline3 жыл бұрын
I think its great. You can also play PS2 backups on slim models by patching the iso's with FDVDRBOOT then burning them. No chips, tuna, POP, OPL or FMCB needed!
@Adam-rt7lp3 жыл бұрын
Hi I installed this when u first released the video can MECHAPWN was on 1.1. Now it's on 2.0 and there has been several changes. One that concerns me is listed below. Important note: Every CD and DVD will be detected as a PS2 disc, meaning it breaks PS1 games and DVD-Video Thought I will let u know because the developer is updating the elf daily. And this the latest update it effects PS1 discs.
@qmixonline3 жыл бұрын
Hi @@Adam-rt7lp , i just tried the exploit on my SCPH-70012 PS2 and i was able to play burned PS1 games with no issues, chips, cards or sticks. But i could only play official PS2 discs, no DVDs AND my FDVDRBOOT patched burned PS2 games stopped working! I ran the exploit and flashed it from retail dex DTL-H70000 back to cex SCPH-70000 and my "DVDs" worked, but i lost burned the PS1 CD feature
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
@@qmixonline isn't there a force mode that you can skip or you have to do it?
@qmixonline3 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile you can skip it.
@gstar76863 жыл бұрын
Works perfectly on my SCPH-90001 model. Incredible that we still have exploits coming out for the PS1 and PS2 decades after the consoles have been discontinued.
@tnaplastic21823 жыл бұрын
The discontinuation of the PS2 is not yet a decade ago.
@andree19913 жыл бұрын
Did exactly as the video said on my Canadian SCPH 79001....and now my console plays PAL and Japanese original (non burned) games. ALSO, it now plays burned ps1 games too, japanese and NTSC!!!! (haven't tried PAL ps1 yet) This is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!
@JohnathanNicol3 жыл бұрын
I can confirm it'll play PAL discs as well
@realdragonrude3 жыл бұрын
if you have a 50001/N don't worry that works the same as a regular 50001 ps2 the N literally just means it came with a network adapter just did it to mine worked great it's now DTL-H50001 now i can finally play the english text patch of castlevania sotn japanese legit huge thanks mechapwn team also huge shoutouts to this channel for letting me know this exist
@Larry3 жыл бұрын
Dude, It's pronounced Mecha "Pone", don't you remember the memes? :D
@jsb19443 жыл бұрын
Pwned
@TechWithSean3 жыл бұрын
@@jsb1944 rhymes with “owned”
@andree19913 жыл бұрын
Jesus fucking Christ Larry. You are my hero
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Man you guys are vicious. Thanks for pointing this out, just like every other guy commenting on this video. :)
@RetroRick19903 жыл бұрын
That works just fine for me, my ps2 is the number 50001 US, so good to play my ps1 backups with 100% compatibility. But one thing I must say, if you wan to do this using FMBC, it NEED TO BE AT THE VERSION 1.966! :) , just follow the instructions, it was very straightforward.
@drueskillz3 жыл бұрын
Dude, long time no see, haha nice, I'm still using your videos for my modded PS2
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Sometimes I watch my own videos to refresh my memory on how to do something lol, but yea thanks!
@thejwil453 жыл бұрын
if u dont have a compatible ps2 u can use hdr with a hdmi and if u have a laptop in hand u can hook up your hdmi to your laptop downlod espxe emulator and get a usb controller go into options and put fullscreen mode this works awsome and u can play all ps1s like its a console sadly i cant get the audio to input to my tv but i use headphones and they work great thier is no lag at all i recommend this to people if they wanna play ps1 games
@Mr_x_199223 жыл бұрын
Loving my ps2 emulator. I grew up with the Psx and after that I switched to pc, so I never played ps2 up until recently. This exploit is a nice way to play
@the1ucidone3 жыл бұрын
Holy moley! lol this is awesome man.
@sanity11233 жыл бұрын
No OPL, no popstarter? This must be a dream!?!? 😨😀
@samgee5003 жыл бұрын
I know right? I could never get Popstarter working, they keep updating it and removing older versions so I can't properly follow any of the tutorials.
@dathotbox3 жыл бұрын
@@samgee500 I always had issues too. Could only ever run the games from the elf files. Could never get them into OPL
@robertyu66913 жыл бұрын
No, you're wide awake. Should tell you that I tried it and it's fine.
@LiQuidFlav3 жыл бұрын
I haven't been able to run many ps2 games nor any ps1 games from opl and pop starter
@unknownlink83583 жыл бұрын
Thats why he earn my sub for years.. and ill never regret it... this guy is legendary in ps2... ty for ur awsome videos.. makes my day complete..
@simbin.3 жыл бұрын
This is incredible. Now I just need to find some info on how to do the controller port power mod, so my slim can fire up my GunCon compatible lightguns that are the recoil type.
@markusTegelane3 жыл бұрын
Finally, an exploit that allows to boot games natively without the stupid swap trick.
@markusTegelane3 жыл бұрын
dude, I just installed it and it just works :D
@KevinDFuller942 жыл бұрын
This video was extremely helpful thank you so much! This is awesome!
@davidoli3 жыл бұрын
This is awesome!! Just like with OpenTuna I was once again left ouf ot the party because of my PS2 model though(39001), but this wouldn't be so useful for me anyways since i have a modchip. Still i'm looking forward to what else the mechacon exploit could bring
@15incher3 жыл бұрын
Will there ever be a way to load PS1 ISO's (like when using Pops) but using PS2's backcompat hardware?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Doubt it.
@emmettturner94523 жыл бұрын
Maybe, if this leads to a functional ODE. That will still require opening the console, of course.
@nunyabusiness693 жыл бұрын
Ps1 only. Get an x-station. Its awesome
@ewrooney3 жыл бұрын
The description page has been changed and now does NOT include the part about SCPH-500xx models running back-ups from original region. This is currently the only reason I would do this so I need to be sure that this version of the program will work.
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Not sure why they did that... I know someone with 5k Ps2 and ps1 backups works fine
@dale71883 жыл бұрын
They work fine, you just have to patch the image to master disk, maybe they stopped advertising the fact it can do that because they're afraid Sony might go after them? Who knows.
@Adam-rt7lp3 жыл бұрын
I got my 50003 to run PS1 PAL backups just fine but having issues ntsc ones. Haven't tried PS2 Backups yet. Hope there are more updates.
@sdragon213 жыл бұрын
I (Thankfully) have a 50001 US PS2, so I'm pretty much set.
@ChaseMC2152 жыл бұрын
It would be a luxury for a PS2 owner like me..... IF MY PS2 ISN'T ONE OF THE EARLIER MODELS!!!
@Primekoen2 жыл бұрын
Same My ps2 is the 30001R and i was so disapointed
@Healcraft3 жыл бұрын
This is amazing since I do not like popstarter. Going to try it later
@mr.lameandwatch3 жыл бұрын
Awesome news! mod chips are 1 step closer to not being necessary for imports!
@tnaplastic21823 жыл бұрын
Imports (hence ORIGINAL) already work with this!
@teh_supar_hackr Жыл бұрын
This and the OG Xbox both have the largest modding community I've seen. Wii also of course
@ProjectPhoenixMedia Жыл бұрын
I've been out of touch with wii, but ps2 and xbox og yea for sure. PS2 has new homebrew development even in 2022, and og xbox I love it for the xlink kai and one day the insignia release. Not sure if wii homebrew development is still active or not.
@StillTheVoid2 жыл бұрын
So in layman terms, will MechaPWN allows us to change the language settings in those beautiful Japanese ps2 counterparts from the start like the US ones so its easier?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
I don't think it will change the language you see in the OSD, but it should allow you to play other region games
@StillTheVoid2 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia Uuuugghhh 😫 I hope they do that soon.
@JustinTheVloggerАй бұрын
I changed my region on USA version, yes it reads nstc games but it cannot read ps1 games, why?
@groundbreakerexplore3 жыл бұрын
Thank bro, new knowledge. Interesting.
@robertyu66913 жыл бұрын
Will this affect the PS2's ability to boot DVD video backups? I ask because I have found a new love for Jabu's patcher, which patches FreeDVDBoot and ESR onto a PS2 backup image and makes it usable to unmodded PS2s. EDIT: And another thing: as I have bought a retail PS2 umodded from the store, and a SCPH-77001 at that, do I still pick the DTL option? Thanks, and good video. EDIT: And just two last questions: 1. When installing the exploit, do I need to have to ready a CMOS battery if I want to change the region? I ask because my PS2's battery is dead, therefore no settings are saved after I pull the cord. 2. Do I need the Memory Card that I use to install the exploit on if I'm not playing outer region games or PSX backups? OK, if you answer all those questions, I will back off from answering more.
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
For what its worth, my self boot game worked fine. For your unmodded ps2, yes select the DTL option. Other two questions: 1) CMOS battery can be bad, no issues there. Confirmed with dev team on discord. 2) You can boot the ps1 disc without a memory card inserted, if that is what you mean? I have a lot of memory cards so swapping one out for another one to save ps1 save game files or ps2 isn't an issue for me.
@robertyu66913 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia For your answer in #2: I meant that if I'm not using the PS2 for booting foreign games or backup PSX games, Do I still need the memory card? Now that you answered it the way you did, I'll ask differently: if I'm using the PS2 to boot foreign games or PSX backups, anything I want the MechaPwn exploit to do, DO I still need the memory card for it after installation, or is it redundant? Thank you for your answer. EDIT: I'm an idiot. I didn't take in the fact that no Memory Card was involved in the making of this procedure. Since Funtuna, Fortuna, and OpenTuna makes use of MCs, I assume that this would be similar. OK, thank you and smack this idiot if you want.
@arsenalcrazy83 жыл бұрын
One thing I noticed after installing this it kills your ability to play dvds. Not sure anyone cares as few people probably use their ps2 to play movies in 2021, but I had to switch back to retail mode to get the player to work again.
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for confirming
@KopperNeoman3 жыл бұрын
Installing a DVD Player KELF to your memory card/hard drive fixes this.
@arsenalcrazy83 жыл бұрын
@@KopperNeoman I tried this and all I get is "disc could not be read" when I launch the elf from ulaunchelf. I also tried installing it directly onto the memory card, and it still doesn’t read dvd movie discs. I have a 70012 model.
@jamesavanzado4503 жыл бұрын
Another great video Versatile 😁😁
@TheIsolatedGamerz3 жыл бұрын
This is cool because I was using OPL manager to play PSX games via USB. Unfortunately, PSX games via USB have a bottleneck due to USB 1.1 transfer rates. Burned PSX img on cd will read faster! This is a win for mankind! What say you
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
I love this new solution.
@musicretronanda1323 жыл бұрын
My model is 90001 and after installing this exploit can i play the PS1 games too?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Yes just as shown in the video
@JLMtime3 жыл бұрын
I figured out how to use normal network switch with a PS2 network adapter without having to use cross over to /play games or to /transfer games to PS2 HDD over network
@Adam-rt7lp3 жыл бұрын
Did someone say PS1 backups? And region free retail PS1 discs?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
It's an indirect consequence but yes
@augustberchelmann49463 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia If I burn a PS1 game to a disk, will it play better than POPSstarter?
@KopperNeoman3 жыл бұрын
It'll play like retail. The PS1's DRM is all in the region lockout (that lovely wobble groove) A region-free Mechacon means no PS1 DRM. (And easily beaten PS2 DRM, because Master is a special debug region meant for burned discs)
@unknownlink83583 жыл бұрын
Thats why he earn my sub for years.. and ill never regret it... this guy is legendary in ps2... ty for ur awsome videos.. makes my day complete..
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
So kind, thanks man. Keep on gaming in 2021!
@thextera_3 жыл бұрын
so I tried this with a PAL 75004 Console and after turning off the console the 2nd time, it doesnt boot anymore unless I take out the free mcboot memory card. Also it doesn't run anything other than PAL games. What went wrong? For reference, I did select 7500X and then selected PAL since I'm in europe and you said in the video that you select USA since "that's where you were at" Edit: Please select the region YOU WANT TO GET. not the one you're FROM (as said in the video). I was able to get free mcboot to work again and now selected USA and it works.
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Can you confirm for me after selecting usa, can you play PAL game discs?
@thextera_3 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile yeah PAL games keep working :) Edit: Actually, PAL games will run at NTSC Timings, so they'll fun faster! also the screen is not alligned correctly then!
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
You can try other regions like UK region to see if that helps. I can't guarantee you will get perfect NTSC playing on PAL console because of the timings as you said, but its better than nothing lol!
@detoushorizons3 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia I did some testing with regions today, my results were that Europe can only play PS1/PS2 PAL games, Japan can only play NTSC-U PS2 (but not PS1) games (on top of japanese games), and USA can play everything, but as Thextera said the screen is then off-center vertically for PAL PS1 games. So if you're in PAL region and want to play import games, select USA, but not sure you'll be able to keep playing PS1 PAL games correctly. Haven't tried with UK for now.
@kuchilin Жыл бұрын
I used it(SCPH-90004 model) and i can boot PS2 NTSC/PAL games, all ver of PS1 games, included copies but i cant boot a PS2 copies.. cam someone help or show to "repair" it?
@jasonrivera20433 жыл бұрын
I was able to play a PS1 BACKUP the first time after installing this exploit but after I tried to play the same game again, it would say disc could not be read yet it was working minutes before. Any help?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Laser degradation maybe?
@jasonrivera20433 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile I think I know what it is. I got too ahead of myself and burned the cd at the lowest burn speed.
@AlexNewbie3783 жыл бұрын
Yes, the unique problem is the laser, be careful with using good backup copies, 1x is the best one
@tnaplastic21823 жыл бұрын
@@AlexNewbie378 No... 1x overexposes the dye-substrate and hence causes more correctable errors and more strain on the laser.
@horodoomwolf3 жыл бұрын
@@tnaplastic2182 Could that be the reason why I hear clicks when my PS2 reads PS1 backups and then a black screen with the text "The disc could not be read" pops up? These backups were made a long time ago, I forgot at what speed I burnt them, but I believe they were burnt at low speeds (4x and below). I have one PS1 backup which my PS2 reads flawlessly with no errors, probably burnt at a higher speed (16x and up).
@andree19913 жыл бұрын
I have a PS2 slim SCPH 79001 and i don't see it on the lest. PLS HELP??
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Fix added, go to GitHub now!
@popadaniel94643 жыл бұрын
Well, until we don't get a virtual memory card to save our ps1 backups it's still a pain in the a$$. Because in my country the MC are very rare and expensive :))
@sdragon213 жыл бұрын
Look up MemCard Pro. It's a PS1 memory card that uses Micro SD Cards to hold your saves. That means backing up your saves is effortless.
@KopperNeoman3 жыл бұрын
You only need one at least. Even without mods, you can archive PS1 saves on a PS2 card.
@EvgenMakeinАй бұрын
Can it be changed region only and swap O\X buttons? Retail Japanese to Retail USA?
@musicismypassion76863 жыл бұрын
Now all We need is an exploite that’ll run back ups from usb or hdd in Dex mode. No more popsemulation
@metrocity41173 жыл бұрын
So, I have Japanese console and I can change region on pal??? 😱😱😱
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Yes see the github
@vdochev3 жыл бұрын
Great video, man! I have a SCPH 70004 PAL here. Could you please let me know what should I avoid so I don't brick my console? Thanks!
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
See the github on dos and donts
@tyleraronne4733 жыл бұрын
This just saved my PS2 slim from oblivion
@AxlTheScourge11 ай бұрын
mine says waiting for USB Drive
@cbk123 жыл бұрын
I have no idea what im doing wrong I have a 79xxx and download the elf with the patch for it and did exactly as you said and even shows the updated firmware but just wont load my ps1 disc tried slow speed burn and max speed burn any other ideas ? I have a 77001 and that worked perfectly. I dont think these are w9rking on thisnmodel I know the github says he updated to work on this model but i dont think it does i tried to put issue on guthub but maker just closed mine and said piracy.... which its not if i own the original to protect it. .....
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Could be laser age
@cbk123 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile true maybe enough to play auth ps1 games but not burnt?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
@@cbk12 yes I agree with that statement. I've seen it happen with my PS2 laser and modchip
@cbk123 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile ok well thats good to know. And reassuring, I just ordered a new laser and housing on a 77001 slim that I updated but wont even spin everything else works opl pop etc. I don't want to mess with my 79001 anymore since it still plays auth ps2/ps1 and the swap trick still works. But thats the wierd part is why when I do the swap trick it plays the burnt ps1 no prob so it cant be. the laser..... any ideas setiings etc
@bit-ishbulldog20893 жыл бұрын
@@cbk12 Does the game sound like it is loading but you get a black screen? You have the wrong region selected (It says multi region but my NTSC back ups will not load but PAL does if I selected PAL on MechaPwn) not tried NTSC region yet.. Burn your backups with IMGburn at the lowest speed you burner can run and use Bin/Cue files not ISO and burn CD, simple. And make sure you have pretty good quality CD-r's
@andree19913 жыл бұрын
Is 79001 supported? I don't see that in the menu. PLS HELP!!!!
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
It is all slims after 5k models.
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Github has new fix guys, check it out!
@augustberchelmann49463 жыл бұрын
Will this play PS1 games better than POPSstarter? Also certain PS1 games don't work too well with POPSstarter. is there a better way to play PS1 games on my ps2?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
I have to believe it is better than popstarter. Try it and let us know if you see a difference
@AlexNewbie3783 жыл бұрын
For multitap games, now it will work using native emulator unlocked
@igno12 жыл бұрын
PS2 75003, after add mechapwn, PS1 PAL and import games doesnt work, someone help? (red alert after try boot that games)
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
Maybe its only for NTSC games? Check the github for more details.
@ps1gaming2453 жыл бұрын
Can you run driver 1 ps1 on ps2
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
I don't see why not, its a ps1 game just like any other ps1 game
@cemsengul163 жыл бұрын
I did not use "Force Unlock", I only flashed DTL-70012 and I was able to play PSX backups but I could not play ESR games or DVD movies anymore. I reverted back to my backup and everything is fine but this sucks. I thought the 70012 model was compatible with Mechapwn. I guess it might not be because on the list it says DTL-70012 and a question mark next to it instead of USA.
@mistamontiel003 жыл бұрын
0mG. Before I study this, THIS!! y'mean this allows for boot out-of-region genuine discs so I don't bite my nails every time I am running my SATA HDD..? 39001 here
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Your fat is not compatible with mechapwn but tonyhax it is
@mistamontiel003 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile Now I combed over this vid, the DTL- means like developer units? So after it's just region-free optical disc drive? Oh right no 3x, I rather not backwards compatibility anyway I've UniROM+caetla in my PS1 already, but, have tried and tried for compare for test THPS3 NTSC on my slim PS1 and fat and simply freezes the screen ={ i.imgur.com/DdfHGRy.jpg
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Now we got tonyhax and freepsxboot for ps1. Maybe mechapwn isn't needed for you
@detoushorizons3 жыл бұрын
I have to report than I can't run FreeMCBoot anymore now that I'm on Japan (EDIT : I had to create a new cross-region FMCB memory card, the exploit is not at fault, my FMCB install was)
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for clarifying. The github has new FMCB notes related to this.
@MohamedMohamed-sr9dq3 жыл бұрын
I have a scph 39001 fat model. Are there plans for older models to get the MechaPwn patch?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Not that I know of, not sure if the exploit can even work need 5k and higher it seems
@kennethnicklowicz1030 Жыл бұрын
question I have a ps2 fatty that I fitted a DMS4 S.E and toxicOS.. It plays ps2 games perfectly from hard drive. Also got a HDMI adapter and a Sata nic for newer drives. I remember it was a pain to install this chip which is now non existant. My question is it will copy ps1 games but comes up with a black screen.. Tried to burn and it starts and then trys to load but never makes it to the ps1 splash like yours.. Can this be used with a modchip? I am wondering if i missed a wire on this to load the ps1 or if its just the laser not seeing the cds vs DVDs (those work for ps2 backups)
@ProjectPhoenixMedia Жыл бұрын
If your modchp can play ps1 disc backups, then that is way to go. Otherwise, look into popstarter for fat ps2 to play ps1 games from the internal hdd
@BMR863 жыл бұрын
well I have a few spare ps2 consoles... maybe I should try this on one of them
@SmoothGaming633 жыл бұрын
(Solved) Please help! I have modded ps2 slim, 7xxx, with freemcboot, opl,... Starting from this day, I can't open it, it's stuck on freemcboot logo screen. It worked till yesterday just fine. Without mc, ps2 can be opened, and when I enter mc afterward, I can enter in browser menu and see saved files of mc. I tried open ulaunchelf with cd, but it failed after ps2 logo (without mc). I can open modchip menu, but I can't save changes. Update: I solved problem, changing boot file with opl and renaming it to boot.elf.
@denis-florian_0.572 жыл бұрын
It didn't work. My burned PS1 cds don't boot, I just get the "please insert playstation or playstation 2 format disc" red message.
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
Not sure, assume the laser is in good quality, sometimes ps2 lasers are finicky with burnt cds.
@denis-florian_0.572 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia after many tries, only a few ps1 burned cds work. Not sure why, they are all burned the same. Does it have something to do with region lock
@MaterialGirlB2 жыл бұрын
great video! just wondering if a specific hard drive needs to be used to move over the mechapwn file? And you mentioned things like freehdboot and homebrew, how do we obtain access to that and transport it to the console?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
No, nothing special. You need a method to run the homebrew in the first place, so maybe check out freedvdboot to see if that entry point works for your system or not.
@sdragon213 жыл бұрын
Sorry for double posting in the same video, but do you have a Tutorial on how to burn PS1 games???
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Use imgburn
@sdragon213 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile I have, and the PS2 I modded with MechaPWN gives me a Disc Read Error on 2 discs I've burned, one at Max Speed, and the other at 4x. The laser is good, as it works with offical PS1 and PS2 CD/DVD discs, and burned PS2 games as well.
@tnaplastic21823 жыл бұрын
@@sdragon21 Turn "perform OPC" in the write-settings, page 2 ON.
@Matt_Ullom3 жыл бұрын
MechaPwn hangs on the "Press X to Continue" Screen. Not sure what would be causing that.
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Haven't had that yet, what console is it? Maybe make GitHub ticket
@markusTegelane3 жыл бұрын
maybe try using a different flash drive
@Matt_Ullom3 жыл бұрын
@@markusTegelane That worked, thanks
@rodzandz3 жыл бұрын
Wooow.... this would have definitely been cool like *17 YEARS AGO!*
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Better now than never
@PS2-Pro3 жыл бұрын
Hey.I always enjoy ur videos so clear nd simple. I have a question which is : is it possible to install free mcboot on ps2 model that has newer bios version ?!! without needing modchip ??!! and if I can downgrade the bios version and thanks
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
It won't add fmcb special fix no but you can be region free yes
@szabolcsalakszai66622 жыл бұрын
Thank's this video. Great work. But tell me please what is your FMCB version 1.966?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
1.953 I think because I use a modchip, later versions won't work on my system
@casualcorner199secchio Жыл бұрын
How can I be sure that following this guide I don’t risk my PS2 getting bricked?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia Жыл бұрын
Best way is follow the github guide and don't deviate...and also when backing up the files keep a copy of it too and don't lose them.
@knightbakura9971 Жыл бұрын
When it tells you to pick a model if they dont show my exact model do I just pick one close to it ?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia Жыл бұрын
I think so but to be safe post GitHub ticket or ask on psx-scene forums
@tareg2349 ай бұрын
My 50000 japanese not working 😢
@IamAlex1242 жыл бұрын
This is awesome !! If only it would let you play ps1 backups off OPL not just discs. Popstar isn’t the best
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
This is a good solution with mechapwn, or have an old school ps1 like i do too and don't have to worry as much lol
@ScarletDeclan3 жыл бұрын
I know it isn't the main reason for doing it, but I burned 10 PS1 CDs and only 1 worked
@Kay-zy6hn2 жыл бұрын
I have a ps2 slim 77xxx and fat 50xxx. I have freemcboot memory card 1.966 and ran mechapwn elf, pressed x at the map screen, did the thingy, unplug. Run mechapwn again and change region to dex. Chose the 50xxx USA model, and it did change when I press Triangle in the ps2 main menu. But when I put in ps1 burn disc it says Playstation CD but won't load the game, it pretends it loads it but goes back to the memory card-CD menu. Idk what I did wrong, both slim and fat didn't work. You guys make it look so easy and simple lol
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
It worked for my slim at least, so I don't know why it won't work for you unless the ps1 game is not burnt correctly or the laser is picky with your disc
@Kay-zy6hn2 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia Yes, the problem was cus I didn't burn it correctly lol. It now works. Awesome tutorial on mechapwn fam
@jayrodgaming48862 жыл бұрын
I have done the exploit, but I still cannot boot burned discs. I just hear clicking then it says it cannot read the disc. But I can boot a game with an original and swap to a burned disc and run it fine. Most of the information Ive found suggests that it could be a problem with the burner, burning speed, brand of CD-R, etc. It would be amazing to have it read backups just like originals.
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
One of my systems the laser just can't read my backed up disc properly, but originals it is fine. If you find a way that works for you, stick with it.
@ConnorSeals Жыл бұрын
I have two PS2s, which console would be easier for this mod? Fat SCPH-50001, and slim SCPH-79001 Seems like MechaPWN is compatible with both versions, is that true? Should I have no issues with either console?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia Жыл бұрын
Check the github for latest informaiton, for sure slim has no issues.
@Markhoss2 жыл бұрын
I haven't seen anywhere how the discs are patched for the mechapwn also you haven't shown the files exactly how it looks I keep trying to find this but I can't.:-/
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
Have you checked the mechapwn github for more details? github.com/MechaResearch/MechaPwn
@dggameupnrunninggamez41963 жыл бұрын
Another good one
@leroygates3239 Жыл бұрын
Can you do an OPL project on Using DS4 controller via headset(Audio)?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia Жыл бұрын
I don't think the headset port works unfortunately, but using pad emu and opl can work with ds4
@TDNNamikaze2 жыл бұрын
Do you need opentuna on your flashdrive for it to work because am doing it on my slim?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
Or can use Funtuna or freedvdboot
@uksampson3 жыл бұрын
Do PS1 backups offer additional advantages I’ve Popstarter besides greater compatibility? Any improvement in graphic quality or smoothing options?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
I'm still new to this as you are, but I'd say #1 is greater compatibility, hopefully just like playing the real ps1 game. Graphic quality...I use component cables on my ps2 so I think in general it is supposed to help from that standpoint (my reference is original ps1 console). Maybe someone smarter than me who knows ps2 hardware very well can add more comments.
@uksampson3 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia Just realized the real benefit of this: support for Guncon games that are super rare and not supported via Popstarter! Elemental Gearbolt, anyone?
@cbk123 жыл бұрын
Anything special you need to use to burn the ps1 disc?? Thx in adv
@bit-ishbulldog20893 жыл бұрын
And they need to be BIN/CUE not ISO and burn to a CD not DVD. Imgburn.
@senua_juerg57102 жыл бұрын
Ok. So I have this problem: I have an EU version of ps2, it is a 77xxx. I did the whole process but i chose Japan instead of EU. After that I can't access opl and other apps. My memory card has fmcb in it but I cannot access anything now. I can only play Japan games. I lost my old memory card so I bought a new (allready modded) one but it made no difference.I am lost. How can i invert the whole thing back to original?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
I'll need to refresh on the process, but there should be a way to revert back to original system. Did you see the github?
@senua_juerg57102 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia I did. Nothing useful for my case.
@middle_pickup3 жыл бұрын
Does this work with PS1 backup discs for games like Metal Gear Solid or FF VII with multiple discs?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Why wouldn't it?
@middle_pickup3 жыл бұрын
@The tricky tick oh. Duh. Haha
@devildevil68113 жыл бұрын
This huge i can,t wait too see custom bios file.I live in europe so if i chenge my pal region on ntsc i lost ability to play pal games?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
I think so... But you can always go back to original
@devildevil68113 жыл бұрын
Versatile@I check what hapend if you runnig on pal console whit ntsc region.When you try runnig ps2 oginal game in pal you see f**k up logo PlayStation 2 and game run the same like on normal pal consol.When i try run some ps1 pal games they run too but sound have bad synchro and picture have bad proportion
@middle_pickup3 жыл бұрын
Personally, I'm still hoping to find a way to play PS1 backups on my scph-39001. I know that CD's eventually die from their ink breaking down, and I would like a way to keep gaming into the future on my PS2.
@-alexvlad- Жыл бұрын
MechaPwn v3.00 RC4 is already released 13 days ago
@sirmiluch6856 Жыл бұрын
It restarts my 50003 console after 1st step. I mean. It's making copy of my FW on USB and after 1st reboot it restart after clicking on "install".
@syedmuhdakram84502 жыл бұрын
My console is scph 90006 ntc j can i play burn dvd game after doing this softmod?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
PS1 games yes, not ps2 burnt games.
@MrsHanhStoreTipsnSharing3 жыл бұрын
tks for sharing this. I have a question, hope you can reply. I have a Ps2 slim 77006 (mod chip) whether i can do like this video to run ps1 disc? or this method for ps2 no mod chip only?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
You can use modchip or if paranoid, disable the modchip and do this. But if you have modchip, no need to play around with MechaPwn, its great for users who have no modchip.
@MrsHanhStoreTipsnSharing3 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia ok, tks
@bobmagrega2 жыл бұрын
Does it allow to launch wriiten disks like verbatim with games on it? I have 750xxx series slim
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
For PS1 games yea, but for ps2 no.
@BizerkPixel2 жыл бұрын
I get stuck on the MechaPwn title screen. The moment I press X, it freezes. Help?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia2 жыл бұрын
Have you checked the github for further details? I don't recall having it freeze on me, may need to add a support ticket if you can't progress further.
@BizerkPixel2 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia So I managed to fix it, but it was super weird. So I noticed that my USB's light turns off at the Mechapwn title screen which leads me to believe that pressing X makes Mechapwn try to read from a missing USB drive. I unplugged and replugged the USB at the title screen, the USB light turned on, and I was able to continue with the installation. No idea what causes the disconnect.
@francescosagliano64673 жыл бұрын
Can I do it if I have matrix infinity 1.93 chip installed? The laser works great but the PlayStation does not read PS1 backups.
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Not sure give it a try if compatible
@OGGamer19733 жыл бұрын
I have order the memory card with the all the stuff on it can I still do it...
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Getting the memory card is a first start, assuming your ps2 is compatible with the softmod
@mohamedboudjerda76093 жыл бұрын
You forgot something This tool allow to play original PS2 all regions You can free DVD region with a special hack (released long time ago) PS2 Iso are also playable with the master disc tool available one the web
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@mohamedboudjerda76093 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile new update available For those who have PAL console, I suggest you to change for NTSC (especially vidéo signal) Better result with HDMI adapter
@mohamedboudjerda76093 жыл бұрын
For those who want to use backup Master disc patcher www.ps2-home.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=426 Simply patch Iso file, launch backup with Ulaunch from Freemcboot and launch elf file Master Disc Collection www.obscuregamers.com/threads/how-to-create-a-working-playstation-2-master-cd-r-or-dvd-r-image.772/
@JhoRPG3 жыл бұрын
Mine is the 50001 model and i was able to make it into DTLH50001. it can run PAL/JPN original PS2 imports just fine. However when i tried a backup ps1 games (using ImgBrn lowest speed) the PS2 keep saying insert a PS/PS2 disc. Am i the only one having this issue?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Is it a laser issue for ps1 games? Maybe its a good comment for github.
@JhoRPG3 жыл бұрын
@@ProjectPhoenixMedia i think i know what is the problem... I didnt realise that if i use Force Unlock then all inserted discs will be read as PS2 games. I re-installed the app without the feature and it is now working as it should. Hopefully there is an update to address this issue
@jookiva3 жыл бұрын
my russian bootleg ps1 games still wont work, they only work on my modchipped ps1, very sad, well i can always use OPL and popstarter no problem, weird though...
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
Can always ask on the github, I can't explain this either.
@SilentOnion3 жыл бұрын
can we get a FULL tutorial on this? i have no idea what that tuna thing is or how am i supposed to launch ulaunchelf? is a memory card required as i have no empty cards and dont want to lose any data
@tnaplastic21823 жыл бұрын
You have to be able to start Homebrew, which is not the scope of this video!
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
See the Ps2 modding Playlist and get up to speed on all the methods
@bardagzjei3 жыл бұрын
Hey this is great. I have unmodded, no chip SCHP-50xxx NSTC-J ps2 and interested in doing this so I can play backup ps1. One question though, can you still do the FDS (fast disc speed) and texture mapping?
@TheOriginalVersatile3 жыл бұрын
Is that an option you turn on the Ps2 that applies for both ps1 and Ps2 games?
@tnaplastic21823 жыл бұрын
@@TheOriginalVersatile PS1 only
@tshjk3 жыл бұрын
i lost my original nvm file . is there a way to get back ?
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
See the GitHub for details. I am not sure to be honest.
@jamesperry48473 жыл бұрын
Can I launch ps1 games on DVD back ups or do I need to use a CD for my ps1 games with mechapwn
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
CD for PS1 games.
@sld_sok07533 жыл бұрын
Can you do a video that shows us how can we convert a ntsc saved game to pal or the other way
@ProjectPhoenixMedia3 жыл бұрын
I've never had a need to do this, so I'm not sure how that works. I'm sure there are guides on youtube or google already.
@thebigword45443 жыл бұрын
I've tried this on a Fat 5000 model as well as a Slim 9000 model and I can't get any PS1 backup discs to work, always going to the red insert a playstation or playstation 2 disc screen. I've burned backups for Sega Saturn and Dreamcast from the CD-Rs I use and they run just fine. What am I doing wrong?
@thebigword45443 жыл бұрын
Never mind, I was able to fix it on my Fat 5000 and backup discs work.