Finding a CD/DVD copy that works.

[dhaabi]

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

[castletonsnob]

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

What discs would that be?

OK, I looked it up, and Final Fantasy X isn't listed as a dual-layer game.

[sworddude]

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

What discs would that be?

OK, I looked it up, and Final Fantasy X isn't listed as a dual-layer game.

that do be interesting to hear, it is however one of the most heavy games on the system with more data however. I highly doubt it's the game's fault if you tried 3 in nice shape.

certain revisions of the ps2 have issues with playing certain games, even ps2 games. Wikipedia has however unfortunately removed the list of which models are incompatible with which games. kinda strange how that happened a couple years ago.

[castletonsnob]

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

What discs would that be?

OK, I looked it up, and Final Fantasy X isn't listed as a dual-layer game.

that do be interesting to hear, it is however one of the most heavy games on the system with more data however. I highly doubt it's the game's fault if you tried 3 in nice shape.

It doesn't seem to be in TOO bad shape.

[sworddude]

To me, it seems like the easiest way to determine if it's a hardware issue relating to your console being unable to play dual-layered discs like Final Fantasy X is to test out another disc of its kind.

What discs would that be?

OK, I looked it up, and Final Fantasy X isn't listed as a dual-layer game.

that do be interesting to hear, it is however one of the most heavy games on the system with more data however. I highly doubt it's the game's fault if you tried 3 in nice shape.

It doesn't seem to be in TOO bad shape.

it's a pretty cheap game, maybe cause this game is pretty much packed to the maximum it being in not superb shape could cause problems? could also just be a laser going weak problem however. maybe try with a near to mint copy next time and see if the issue persists?

if it's starting to get weak, games need to be in better shape for the console to read them withouth issues.

I'd still recommend at least giving the laser a clean with some alcohol though.

[castletonsnob]

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

[sworddude]

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc? Disc is far more packed compared to the average game. so unlike other games wich have more room for empty spots and to duplicate data. FF X doesn't have that luxury. would need to be in better shape on average.

However it's a 2 sided problem. could also just be a weaker laser cause unless it has some damage at the top and the damage is actually severe a good ps2 should be able to read it.

a temporary solution if it's the laser that's starting to wear down could be to try and polish the FF X copy to be near mint and up in which your laser can read it easier.

[castletonsnob]

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc?

Looked at it. It has quite a few scratches, but PS2 discs are supposed to be pretty hardy, as someone else said.

[sworddude]

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc?

Relatively good, I guess.

so it has some light scratches. It's probably your console struggling with trying to read it. Try a near mint to mint copy in the future and see if the issue persist I'd say quite a cheap game you'll find one at some point. or give the disc some disc repair to weed out most of the scratches and see if that fixes it.

Where all 3 of your FF X copies in relatively good shape. none in near mint to mint shape? I could see lasers that are starting to break down have issues with bigger games if they aren't near perfect. almost every spot is used on the disc in FF X case with over 4gigs when a dvd has a max cap of 4.5

[castletonsnob]

I edited my post, FYI.

Looked at it. It has quite a few scratches, but PS2 discs are supposed to be pretty hardy, as someone else said.

Please delete the last post.

[castletonsnob]

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc?

[sworddude]

Do you think it's the game, or the PS2's laser?

How is the condition of the disc?

Looked at it. It has quite a few scratches, but PS2 discs are supposed to be pretty hardy, as someone else said.

it is but not when the laser is on it's way out especially not with big games like this. in your case, I'd recommend disc repair and see if the issue persists.

Get those scratches cleaned out so that your ps2 has an easier time reading them.

[castletonsnob]

I got the PS2 back in 2021. It should still be in relatively good shape, right?

How do you recommend I clean out the scratches?

[sworddude]

I got the PS2 back in 2021. It should still be in relatively good shape, right?

was it used from somebody else or brand new?

Considering it's 2021 I find it hard to believe it was brand new. would cost quite a bit if that's the case.

also phat or slim version?

disc repair, go to some shops or stores that offer a disc repair service, usually should only cost a few bucks.

[castletonsnob]

I got the PS2 back in 2021. It should still be in relatively good shape, right?

was it used from somebody else or brand new?

Considering it's 2021 I find it hard to believe it was brand new. would cost quite a bit if that's the case.

also phat or slim version?

disc repair, go to some shops or stores that offer a disc repair service, usually should only cost a few bucks.

Pre-owned, and a Slim.