Useful Information
PS2 Component Cable Guide: Which Cables Work and What to Know
The PS2's component video output is its best analog signal — sharper than S-Video, capable of 480p. Here's what cable to buy and how to avoid the color space trap.
Best PS2 HDMI Adapters in 2026: An Engineer's Honest Comparison
An engineer's honest comparison of the best PS2 HDMI adapters available in 2026, including what to avoid and why component matters.
PS2 on a 4K TV: What Works, What Doesn't, and Why
Plugging a PS2 into a 4K television for the first time is one of the more disappointing moments in retro gaming. The library holds up well. The picture often doesn't. What you get is soft, dark, or blurry - and...
Getting the Best Picture From Your PS2 on a Modern TV
This guide assumes you've already sorted the basics: component cables connected, your PS2 set to YPbPr output mode, and a quality component-to-HDMI converter in the chain. If any of those aren't in place yet, the PS2 HDMI adapter guide covers all...
PS2 to HDMI Converter: What Actually Works
Most PS2 HDMI converters cut corners on the signal path. An engineer explains what to look for in a PlayStation 2 to HDMI adapter and what to avoid.