Why Can't PS2 Do Progressive?

[BDawg]

Sony lists it's max resolution at 1280x1024, but currently, it's not capable of progressive scan, or even high def. With a resolution like this, why can't it do at least one or the other?

Also, does anyone know whether Metal Gear Solid 2 is 16x9 comapatable?

 

[Draco]

They probably left that feature out due to costs. I know the XBOX is capable of it too, but it can only do high-def for the games, not for DVD's. The PS2 can't do either. I doubt they'll ever put out a game that does more then 640x480 on the PS2.

Yes, MGS2 does support 16x9 as long as you have a 16x9 set.