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The PlayStation 2 was released earlier than the Nintendo Gamecube or Microsoft Xbox, and it doesn't match those consoles in terms of graphical power, but the PS2 is considered one of the most successful consoles of all time because of its all-star lineup of games, which still continues to grow even with the release of the next generation of game systems. For more on the PlayStation 2, see our guide to the system. Top Rated PlayStation 2 Games (From GameSpot.com)
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4

Burnout 3: Takedown

Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence

New Games

You won't have to wait long to get a crack at these new PS2 titles. A full list of incoming titles can be found in our guide.

FEATURED TITLE Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier

A new entry in the platforming series that takes place following the events of the original trilogy, you'll once again take the role of elfin Jak and his companion Daxter as they attempt to reverse the world's declining flow of Eco. Light and dark powers will be at play and you'll have to control them both while surviving the attacks of the Sky Pirates. Your weapon will be the Gunstaff, which changes and transforms throughout the game as you customize it. The open-ended gameplay and new vehicles will also add excitement to the popular adventure franchise.

Release Date: September 8

Astro Boy: The Video Game

Draw upon all the powers of Astro Boy, the young bionic hero, as you fight the forces of evil who threaten the innocent people of Metro City.

Release: October 20

DJ Hero

The Guitar Hero franchise expands to the world of disc jockeying. Use the new turntable controller and scratch your way to fame and glory in the party scene.

Release: October 27

Bakugan

Closely resembling the anime series, you'll use your Bakugan Brawlers in intense single-player or multi-player combat as you try to save Vestroia and Earth from destruction.

Release: October 20

Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Republic Heroes

Fight through the Clone Wars saga as Jedi Knights using Force powers and lightsaber attacks or as heavy weapon wielding Clone Troopers.

Release: October 6

Cars Race-o-Rama

The racing title features the return of Disney Pixar's Cars universe. Customize Lightning McQueen with all sorts of items and parts as you compete in all-new challenges.

Release: October 13

Best of the Best

These classic PS2 titles are out now.

Resident Evil 4 : Horror gaming reaches its high point in this punishing thriller, which implements clever puzzle elements along with fast-paced third person shooting skill.

Metal Gear Solid 3 Subsistence : Solid Snake is a badass military commando who doesn't back down to anyone and takes pleasure in winning wars entirely by himself. Check out his finest adventure to date.

MLB 09: The Show : Sony's exclusive Major League baseball game is a sheer diamond of realism. You might even get into it enough that you find your floor covered with sunflower seed shells.

Guitar Hero World Tour : One of the most innovative games around, this title lets you sing, drum, and play the classic guitar peripheral all together. You're well on your way to starting your own band.

WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2009 : Nothing says class like pro wrasslin', right? Pretend to be your Saturday-afternoon fake-body-slamming hero in this turnbuckle-busting simulation.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas : Like its predecessor, the equally excellent Grand Theft Auto Vice City, San Andreas sets you up in an open-world urban environment and lets you run free, taking over the territory with ease. Incredible fun and incredible vulgarity.

SOCOM 3 US Navy SEALs : The SOCOM covert fighting games are all about the fantastically heartrate-juicing online play, the best to be found on the Playstation 2, which makes the game worth its weight in gold.

Kingdom Hearts II : The PS2 thrives on exclusive franchises, and this weirdly addictive mishmash of Final Fantasy and Disney characters ranks near the top of the list. Like the original Kingdom Hearts, it's an excellent fit for kids and adults alike.

Shadow of the Colossus : Battling humongoid godlike creatures and unleashing destruction with a seizure-inducing blade is everyone's idea of fun, right? Except, of course, for the godlike creatures who get hacked to death. Oh well. Can't please everyone.

No need to limit yourself to just one game. With a multi-game package, you can get a steal on several titles all at once.

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External links

GameZone.com: The web resource's page devoted to the PS2.
GameSpot.com: Cheats, reviews and news about PS2 games.
Topix.net: PS2 news and views.


Resident Evil 4 : Horror gaming reaches its high point in this punishing thriller, which implements clever puzzle elements along with fast-paced third person shooting skill.	Metal Gear Solid 3 Subsistence : Solid Snake is a badass military commando who doesn't back down to anyone and takes pleasure in winning wars entirely by himself. Check out his finest adventure to date.	MLB 09: The Show : Sony's exclusive Major League baseball game is a sheer diamond of realism. You might even get into it enough that you find your floor covered with sunflower seed shells.	Guitar Hero World Tour : One of the most innovative games around, this title lets you sing, drum, and play the classic guitar peripheral all together. You're well on your way to starting your own band.	WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2009 : Nothing says class like pro wrasslin', right? Pretend to be your Saturday-afternoon fake-body-slamming hero in this turnbuckle-busting simulation.


Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas : Like its predecessor, the equally excellent Grand Theft Auto Vice City, San Andreas sets you up in an open-world urban environment and lets you run free, taking over the territory with ease. Incredible fun and incredible vulgarity.	SOCOM 3 US Navy SEALs : The SOCOM covert fighting games are all about the fantastically heartrate-juicing online play, the best to be found on the Playstation 2, which makes the game worth its weight in gold.	Kingdom Hearts II : The PS2 thrives on exclusive franchises, and this weirdly addictive mishmash of Final Fantasy and Disney characters ranks near the top of the list. Like the original Kingdom Hearts, it's an excellent fit for kids and adults alike.	Shadow of the Colossus : Battling humongoid godlike creatures and unleashing destruction with a seizure-inducing blade is everyone's idea of fun, right? Except, of course, for the godlike creatures who get hacked to death. Oh well. Can't please everyone.	No need to limit yourself to just one game. With a multi-game package, you can get a steal on several titles all at once.