A mass storage device offered expanded storage capacity for the PlayStation 2 console, enabling users to save game data, install compatible games directly to the device, and utilize certain features requiring significant storage space. This provided a significant advantage over using the console’s limited internal memory card for storing save files.
Enhanced storage enabled gamers to preserve progress in multiple games simultaneously without the need to frequently manage memory cards. The ability to install games directly to the device often resulted in reduced loading times and smoother gameplay, improving the overall gaming experience. This technology represented a shift towards larger game installations and richer multimedia experiences on the console. The introduction of this technology was a pivotal advancement in the PlayStation 2’s lifecycle.