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    PS2 Emulation?

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Yuna.Fire, Aug 6, 2008.

  1. Yuna.Fire

    Yuna.Fire Notebook Consultant

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    For those with high-end laptops, I'm wondering how well does ps2 emulation work on them? Specifically, games like Final Fantasy X & XII, Kingdom Hearts 1 & 2.

    I know, I know, ps2s are cheap to get nowadays, but its a matter of space for the necessaries (tv, desk, ps2, etc). So I'm hoping to get a laptop that can handle the emulation. Thanks in advance for any help.
     
    Yuna.Fire, Aug 6, 2008
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  2. masterchef341

    masterchef341 The guy from The Notebook

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    get the fastest processor you can afford. also, get a 64 bit operating system. you might want to get an ubuntu 8.04 64 bit installation going. im not sure if pcsx2 has a 64 bit linux executable, but its probably the fastest solution if available.

    compatibility is spotty, but i think it can run the games you mentioned above.
     
    masterchef341, Aug 6, 2008
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  3. Gophn

    Gophn NBR Resident Assistant

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    PCSX2 is the only one out there that is decent.

    need at least 2.2-2.4GHz dual-core and mid-range videocard to run most games at normal speed.

    Quad-cores are the best. :)
     
    Gophn, Aug 6, 2008
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  4. Magimagus

    Magimagus Notebook Consultant

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    Don't expect perfect framerates at all (the ones I've tried- FFXII, Suikoden 3/5). You would probably be better off just getting a PS2 used or new or BC PS3 for now...its got a little ways to go before its like other emus imo
     
    Magimagus, Aug 6, 2008
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  5. Gophn

    Gophn NBR Resident Assistant

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    I run FFX and KH at full 60fps on my notebook. :)
     
    Gophn, Aug 6, 2008
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    link1313 Notebook Virtuoso

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    You can't talk about this on the forums as actual ps2's are still being sold at retail stores.

    But Gophn i just pm'd you :0
     
    link1313, Aug 6, 2008
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