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How to Play Japanese Games on an American PS2

One of the simplest and more affordable methods of playing Japanese games on your PlayStation 2 is to use a "swap disc." A swap disc, such as Swap Magic, will trick your PlayStation and allow it to play discs from any region. This includes imported games, game backups and DVDs.

Things You'll Need

Screwdriver
Tape (duct, masking or scotch)
Tissue
Swap Magic

Instructions

- 1
  Turn on your PlayStation 2 and remove any disc inside, then turn it off. Unplug the PS2 from its power source.
- 2
  Place the PS2 on its side. Use a screwdriver to remove the six screws that hold the casing together. Gently pull the casing off.
- 3
  Locate a small gray cap near the top right of the back of the motherboard. Cover the cap with tape.
- 4
  Reattach the case. Open the disc tray. Roll up a small piece of tissue and insert it into the small hole that the disc tray latches onto. Open and close the disc tray a few times to push the tissue down.
- 5
  Plug the PS2 back in and turn it on.
- 6
  Look at the game you want to play; it will read "DVD-Rom" or "CD-Rom." Insert the corresponding Swap Magic disc.
- 7
  Use the slide tool when requested on screen. Insert the game when requested.

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