The modder tschicki has demonstrated his portable PlayStation 2 project, built from scratch using original PlayStation 2 components and reverse engineering. According to Canaltech , the device features a 60 Hz display, a 5,000 mAh battery with USB-PD fast charging via USB-C, and a battery life of up to 4.5 hours.
The handheld's custom 3D-printed case was designed for comfort, and the buttons were reused from the PS Vita. Cooling is handled by a fan taken from the Nintendo Switch Lite, ensuring adequate ventilation and temperature control.
Tschicki began working on the hardware in 2022 and has published the project's full step-by-step guide on GitHub for those interested in replicating it. The result is a modern take on one of gaming's most iconic consoles.