architecture which allowed players to play most PlayStation 2 and PlayStation One games. The first batch of PS3 SKUs actually had the original PS2 Emotion Engine CPU embedded right into the console’s complicated C.E.L.L. Most manufacturing companies opt for a software emulation or in some cases, a more expensive hardware emulation.
The bigger question right now is: How does emulation work on the PlayStation 4?Įmulation of older games on new consoles is not a new idea. However, it seems that Sony will be taking a different approach regarding the business model of making their older catalog available for the PS4 by charging for digital downloads compared to the free model that Microsoft opted for. It’s an interesting strategy by the Japanese company which is most likely a reaction to Microsoft’s support for Xbox 360 games on the Xbox One via the backwards compatibility update that was released for free a few days ago. A few days ago Sony officially confirmed emulation of PlayStation 2 games for the PS4.
