Compression is a technique used to reduce the file size of digital data, in this case, PS2 games. By compressing a game, the file size is significantly reduced, making it easier to store and transfer. However, compressed files require a compatible decompression tool or software to expand them back to their original size for play.

You will almost never find a fully playable, intact copy of God of War II at 50MB. "Highly compressed" usually means "content-removed."

When searching for "highly compressed PS2 games," stay away from these common traps: