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TEKKEN 5 (Arcade vs PlayStation 2) comparison “From arcades to home”Ep.3 4K 60FPS



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Tekken 5: Namco System 246 VS. PlayStation 2 4K 60FPS
REAL hardware recorded using the Elgato Camlink 4K and the OSSC for best video quality.

*** If possible, please watch in 1440p or 4K for best viewing experience! 1080p and lower seem to completely compress the video.***

Welcome to the latest installment of my video series: “From arcade to home”! This is episode 3 and today we’re comparing TEKKEN 5: Namco System 256 (TEKKEN 5.1) VS PlayStation 2.

Namco’s Tekken 5 came out in 2004 in the arcades and immediately after for the PlayStation 2 a couple of months later, the arcades did get an upgrade in 2005 in the form of “Tekken 5.1” which changed a bit of things such as the life bar color from yellow to green and balances to the gameplay such as Steve’s powerful infinite combo “glitch” being removed. It is still present in the home version however. Tekken 5.0/5.1 also featured a card system feature that gives you the option to customize your character using the in game currency you earn after each round. The Japanese arcade version uses similar version although with a server called “Tekken-Net”. The home version replicates this feature but without the use of cards. I unfortunately can’t show off this feature as I don’t have the cards or card readers. The dedicated arcade machine also has built in PlayStation controller ports so you can use your favorite DualShock controller/gamepad or fight stick. The Japanese version of Tekken 5.1 uses a red disc while the Export/American versions use a blue disc meaning that using the wrong disc will not let the game play at all (region locking). I haven’t included the vanilla arcade version of Tekken 5 (Version 5.0) as it is what the PlayStation 2 version is based off of aside from the arcade BGM,intro, and graphics.

The PlayStation 2 version also has some extra content such as the arcade versions of Tekken 1-3 + Starblade, cinematic endings, Eddy Gordo,an extra stage, a longer intro, and so much more!

I am using the PlayStation 2 slim for this comparison (Model SCPH-75001 NTSC U/C). The Namco System 256 uses the combined “Emotion Engine + Graphics Synthesizer” chip that would also be found in the later models of the PlayStation 2 Slim line and early backwards compatible PlayStation 3s. The 256 however, is more “powerful” than PlayStation 2 (Fat and Slim models). Supposedly it has a more overclocked CPU and more RAM. There are some noticeable differences between both versions and hopefully the little slideshow in the end can do some justice. The PlayStation 2 version is noticeably blurrier and the arcade version is sharper image wise. The arcade intro is also in 60FPS while the home version is extended and in 30FPS.

I decided to change up the way I do my comparison videos, for starters, I’m actually using RGsB (sync on green 480p 31khz) for the PlayStation 2 output. Component video was not used as it produced a brighter image on the PlayStation 2 slim. The Namco System 256 uses RGBS for all video resolutions. I have both systems set to high resolution 480p 31khz. I know that the PAL version of the game doesn’t support progressive scan mode, only the Japanese and American versions.

The Namco System 256 uses 3 video resolutions: 15khz 240p (Non-Interlaced), 15khz 480i (interlaced), and 31khz 480p. The PlayStation 2 uses 2 video resolutions: 15khz 480i (soft and sharp) and 31khz 480p. The console version also supports widescreen mode.

For audio, the arcade system uses RCA jacks for stereo or mono audio output, the PlayStation 2 use both RCA jacks from the proprietary Multi A/V socket or Optical Digital audio out in both stereo or mono. I’m using digital audio out on the PlayStation 2 for the best audio quality possible. I have no choice but to use the RCA jacks on the arcade system.

The Namco System 256 is a JVS compatible arcade system, it also supports PlayStation controllers/ fight sticks using a custom 16 pin connector. I do make reproduction 6ft cables for sale if interested.
The PlayStation 2 supports various gamepads/peripherals using its proprietary connectors.

The last section of the video has some captured pictures so you’re able to see the differences between each system: the Namco System 256, the PlayStation 2 fat and the PlayStation 2 slim.

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