Honestly ps2 is such a dinosaur in terms of gaming consules. People that refuse to use newer systems should be left in the dust. FFXI runs smooth on my old computer that can't run newer games just fine. If the whole option of needing a controller to play, you can turn old controllers into pc controllers. Honestly if you can't afford a half way decent pc or a xbox 360 then maybe you should get a job and do an upgrade.