The PlayStation 2 (PS2) has a fairly common problem that has frustrated gamers for decades. Luckily, there are plenty of solutions for the PS2 disc read error that can help you get back into the game.

As the name suggests, a PS2 Disc Read Error occurs when the PS2 cannot read the disc you insert into the drive. The PS2 will typically attempt to read the disc for a few minutes before displaying the error.

There are many reasons why a PS2 cannot read a disc. Most often, the disc or the reading laser in the drive is dirty. Sometimes the disc is damaged and the data is not readable. Finally, in older units, the laser may be weakening and on the verge of failure.

If you encounter an error with the PS2 disc reader, there are a few things you can try to get the console to read the discs.