What are the prices of the PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2?

In 2026, a used PS1 will trade between 40 and €170, and a used PS2 between 40 and €290, depending on condition, model and seller.

👉 For versions new still sealed (very rare), count on 375 $ over €9,000 for a collector's edition.

These awards come from market of the opportunity (Leboncoin, Vinted, eBay, specialist retro-gaming stores). Here are the details by state and model.

The price of a used PlayStation in 2026

The price of second-hand PS1s and PS2s depends mainly on three factors:

• The general condition console (functional or out of order, scratches, yellowed shell)
• The completeness pack (controller, cables, box, games)
• The exact variant (PS1 Fat vs PSone, PS2 Fat vs Slim, colored editions).

Here are the details by console:

PlayStation 1

For the PlayStation 1 (or PS1), the price depends mainly on the condition and completeness of the pack.

• A single console can be found from 10 € for a HS model,
• And around 40 à 70 € for a tested and functional console.

This is the median price currently observed on Leboncoin, Vinted and Easycash.

• For a complete model in a box (CIB: Complete In Box) with controller and cables, count on 80 à 120 €.
• High ranges (150 to 200 € and more) are reserved for copies in almost new or to editions limited, rare on the current market.

👉 Details by variant (PS1 Fat / PSone) in the table above.

PlayStation 2

How much is a PS2 in 2026? Prices vary according to PS2 model and vendor. However, in general :

• The PS2 Fat HS is already 10 €, and around 35 à 70 € for a functional console.
• The models of end of production (SCPH-39004, 50004) remain the most popular among collectors, thanks to their hard disk bays and full PS1 backward compatibility: 80 à 150 € in very good condition.
• The PS2 Slim, more compact and easier to connect, is also more common on the second-hand market. Count on 50 à 100 € for a functional console, up to €160 in very good condition complete in box.
• Colorful editions of PS2 Fat (Aqua Blue, Silver, Pink) are rarer and climb to 70 à 290 € depending on condition.

👉 Details by model in the table above.

Where to buy a PS1 and PS2 in 2026?

The PS1 / PS2 market in 2026 is almost entirely second-hand.

Here are the main places to look, sorted by channel type:

Enter individuals (low prices, zero warranty)

• Leboncoin: France's highest bid, negotiation possible
• Vinted: similar prices, shipping costs to be included

With buyer protection

• eBay the argus reference price, secure payment via PayPal

Reconditioned guaranteed (price + 30 to 50 %)

• Easycash, Cash Converters.

Back Market:

• Tested consoles, 3 to 6 months warranty

Retro-gaming stores

• (Retro-Gaming.fr, Game Cash) : Selection more push, some consoles may be moderated

General marketplaces :

• Amazon, Rakuten, Cdiscount repackaged or one-off collector's editions, to be compared on a case-by-case basis

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Can we still find new PS1 and PS2?

Yes, there are still PlayStation 1 and PlayStation 2 never opened, even decades after their launch. These treasures remain exceptional, however, and their prices climb every year.

• In the case of the PS1, the price of a limited edition is over 375 dollars in America. In Japan, it sells for $899.
• As for the PS2, the price of a new sealed console is 1,119 or more.
• On the usual French ad sites, you can find a brand-new, unopened and sealed PS1 at a price of 9,000 euros.

How much did the PS1 and PS2 cost when they came out?

The PlayStation 1 is a video game console released in December 1994. The PlayStation 2, was released in 2000.

It's important to remember that in France, in the past, these consoles had a very low price. different price of those communicated above:

• The PlayStation 1 was released in France on September 29, 1995 at a price of 2,099 francs, or about 320 euros direct conversion, or 514 € in euros, once inflation has been taken into account.
• The PlayStation 2 was launched in France in November 2000 at 2,990 francs, or about 456 euros in direct conversion, or about 690-700 euros in euros with inflation.

Why choose a used console?

Buying a PS1 or PS2 today, it's almost always buy second-hand. Here are the two real reasons why it's worth it.

Best price

Purchase of a PS1 or PS2 used allows you to give your device a second life. Among other things, you can benefit from best prices compared with those communicated when these consoles were released at the time.

For the PS1 and the PS2, reconditioned products with a pro warranty do exist (specialized retro-gaming stores, Back Market), but are still in the minority.

Most sales are made between private individuals on Leboncoin, Vinted, eBay or collectors' Facebook groups. In these cases, there is no guarantee, which is why it is so important to check the condition of the item before buying.

Access to a legendary toy library

The era 3D in video games is marked by various classics such as Tekken, Final Fantasy, Metal Gear Solid or Gran Turismo.

For many gamers, diving back into these titles with the family remains an experience that newer consoles like the PS3, PS5 or Nintendo machines can't really replace.

To relive the moments of your childhood or adolescence, there's no substitute for a original Sony PlayStation console to replay these video games

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How are consoles judged?

The cost of a second-hand PS1 or PS2 varies greatly depending on the quality of the device. Here's how not to be fooled:

⚠️ Trap No. 1: the reader.

On PS1 as on PS2, the laser wears out over time and eventually refuse to play certain discs. This fault is called DRE (Disc Read Error) and is the most frequent failure on these consoles.

To spot it before you buy, ask the seller to test three different disks a silver CD (PS1 game, which uses the laser the most) a standard video DVD a PS2 game DVD, ideally double-layered (Gran Turismo 4, GTA San Andreas)

If the console catches on any of the three, the laser is tired. Replacement costs 15 à 30 €, negotiate on the purchase price or flee if the seller hides the problem.

Then check the rest:

• ✅ All ports work (joysticks, video output, memory card slot)
• ✅ Hull has no cracks or missing touches
• ✅ Original accessories included (joystick, cables, power supply, box if available)
• ❌ To avoid: a console that «crawls» on startup, shuts down during play, or whose salesperson refuses to plug in in front of you.

Now you know at what price to buy or sell your PS1 or PS2 in 2026!

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