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PlayStation 2 games recompiled to run in the browser

Original: Show HN: PS2 games statically recompiled to WebAssembly

A developer has released a project that statically recompiles PlayStation 2 games to WebAssembly, letting titles run directly in a web browser without a traditional emulator. The project is available on GitHub and drew immediate attention on Hacker News, where commenters are weighing its performance and legality compared with existing PS2 emulation options.

Why now: Running original PS2 game code natively in a browser is a notable technical feat, sparking discussion among developers and retro gaming fans.

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