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PS1 / PSone not reading discs (lens cleaning, sled wear and laser adjustment) A PlayStation that won't read games, or drops to the CD player screen, usually has a dirty lens or a worn laser sled, especially on early consoles with plastic laser housings. Clean and check the mechanism first; adjust the laser only as a last resort, and replace the drive or pickup when it is worn. by CircuitScope research team · 09 Oct 2026 · 2