PS2
Here we have all the games in the PS2 Section.
PS2
Simulation
Probably not the best language tool to learn Japanese from, unless it’s a quite effeminate way of talking you are looking to master. It’s a tight-rope to walk to avoid upsetting the games mostly female protagonists and best of British with it!
PS2
A Bit Special
Blend, cut and mix cartoons together to make a coherent whole or a crazy compendium. As producer for the TV studio the choice is yours.
PS2
Shooter
Irem takes In the Hunt into the deep sea – a realm seldom used in gaming and the submarine shooting action drips atmosphere with the ping of radar detecting enemy presence. Its not all guns blazing: missions are varied, but the feel of the propulsion of the submarine and the sea setting work a treat.
PS2
A Bit Special
‘Three girls’ (should read gyaru’s) ‘And an Afro save the world.’ The ‘Afro’ is the funky Doctor Dance who teaches you the necessary moves to bop away to J Pop, hip hop, disco tunes in this worthy PS2 ‘Space Channel 5’ rival. ‘Bring back the smile by soul dancing!’
PS2
RPG
Kawazu san once again proves he’s his own man curtailing his vision for no one in making this unique RPG with striking hand painted backgrounds. Astonishing opening scene and snow effects.
PS2
RPG
Kawazu san once again proves he’s his own man curtailing his vision for no one in making this unique RPG with striking hand painted backgrounds. Astonishing opening scene and snow effects.
PS2
RPG
A high-budget update of the popular Playstation title which demonstrates Square Enixs grasp of the PS2 architecture. Rousing orchestral soundtrack and plenty of emotional thrills and spills for fans of the Square Enix stable. Subtitled Silmeria.
PS2
RPG
RPG based on the popular Atelier series with cute carrots, kawaii blobs and smiley whales to converse with in the pastel shaded, lavishly illustrated world.
PS2
One on One Beat Em Up
AM2’s opus given a PS2 make over. Huge expectations on this title, yet it did not disappoint. Dazzling lighting and shadow effects. The Drunken Master look a like is a firm Genki fave.
PS2
RPG
Combines the fighting prowess of Sega’s Virtua Fighter series with action RPG elements in the ultimate fan service gesture. The game is played as young Sei who can power up by gaining moves from the familiar VF characters as well as take them on. Hopefully that doesn’t include leading the lad astray with Shun’s drunken style kung fu techniques.
PS2
Shooter
PS2 update of the Sega smash from the arcades that demanded dedication to master the full destructive prowess of the mecha pugilists. Not that bouts within the confines of the ring are always toe to toe – its often best to pick off an opponent from afar with a few tactical strafes before moving in for the kill. A superb range of robots to select from and some well thought out controls in the absence of the Twin Sticks controller. Opening the Virtual On world up for all to enjoy will hopefully please even the most fiercely loyal of fans.
PS2
A Bit Special
A must have for fans of J Pop’s darling Ayumi. In the Visual mix you watch very clear footage of some fine Ayumi songs whilst being able to manipulate the camera angle, add laser effects or even falling cherry blossom. Disk two allows you to hit the studio and remix tracks to hear you favourite loops over again. Also includes an Ayu chan themed browser to complete the package.
PS2
Action
With interesting side quests such as finding all the mushrooms, players get to gallop through the wide, expansive game area on steeds in a great feel of freedom like a nomad through Outer Mongolia with the wind effect adding to the feel. Strewn throughout the world are what looks like Roman ruins. Pierced with strong shards of like amongst the atmospheric shadows, players negotiate tight crevices, Yet few will forget their first encounter with the Colossus. Up there with Ico on the system and one of the finest on any system. Beautiful, emotive, immense, Colossus. Known as the Shadow of Colossus in the West.
PS2
Action
With interesting side quests such as finding all the mushrooms, players get to gallop through the wide, expansive game area on steeds in a great feel of freedom like a nomad through Outer Mongolia with the wind effect adding to the feel. Strewn throughout the world are what looks like Roman ruins. Pierced with strong shards of like amongst the atmospheric shadows, players negotiate tight crevices, Yet few will forget their first encounter with the Colossus. Up there with Ico on the system and one of the finest on any system. Beautiful, emotive, immense, Colossus. Known as the Shadow of Colossus in the West.
PS2
RPG
Ardon has always suffered from the turmoil between the Ancients and the Kreegan with the humans carving out an existence as best as possible in this harsh reality. This is where we come in as hero to redress the balance.
PS2
Action
Played a wandering samurai who encounters various rogues along the way requiring quick thinking to dispatch some rough justice. Plays like an update of the Western themed Law of the West with multiple routes possible depending on the player’s attitude, bravery and amount of moral fibre. Its intriguing to see how players react. Gameplay can be ruthlessly realistic at times as some gamers will soon find out to there surprise there’s no getting up from a full body slash. But the mechanic soon becomes second nature as attacks are first countered before launching a blade back at the opponent. Its possible to collect the swords which samurai soon get attached to having survived a hairy confrontation thanks to its strength.
PS2
RPG
Wild Arms has a loyal band of followers and its fine combat engine makes it worthy of such dedicated support. Turn based combat with shouts and cries to make you think each blow is going to be your last sustained, such are the dramatic exclamations. And power to the over the top pyrotechnics involved in each assault, not that they need any extra power. Subtitled The Fourth Denominator.
PS2
Sports
Konami makes waves with its fluid flowing football engine taking it a good twelve points clear of its nearest rivals at the top of the table.
PS2
Sports
Gon Nakamura kindly models this sixth installment of the Winning Eleven formula. Possible to pick up and play by any old Tony Adams, but with hidden depth in the controls it takes time and training to become a George Best.
PS2
Sports
Special and very limited edition pack containing the game playable in six different languages (including English.) The ultimate inclusion is a very high quality Adidas football shirt complete with Winning Eleven club badge. Ever more realistic with even the players hair (and mullets in some cases) moving in the direction they turn in.
PS2
Sports
Special and very limited edition pack containing the game playable in six different languages (including English.) The ultimate inclusion is a very high quality Adidas football shirt complete with Winning Eleven club badge. Ever more realistic with even the players hair (and mullets in some cases) moving in the direction they turn in.
PS2
Sports
As with each update Konami has worked hard on its game to improve and cement its position as league leader. The instantly recognisable stars of the modern game look more detailed than ever. Opponent AI makes the series’ rivals look like clod hopping donkeys. But it is in providing the raw clay for the player to craft unique goals that deserves the highest praise – never channelling strikers down the same avenue to goal.
PS2
Sports
As with each update Konami has worked hard on its game to improve and cement its position as league leader. The instantly recognisable stars of the modern game look more detailed than ever. Opponent AI makes the series’ rivals look like clod hopping donkeys. But it is in providing the raw clay for the player to craft unique goals that deserves the highest praise – never channelling strikers down the same avenue to goal. The Liveware refers to being able to play online and enter Konami cups to become the top player in the whole country.
PS2
Sports
Fluid footy action, by far the most playable football series ever. Excellent attention to detail. Surely even Alan Hansen would approve.
PS2
Sports
Fluid footy action, by far the most playable football series ever. Excellent attention to detail. Surely even Alan Hansen would approve.
PS2
Sports
Whilst the basic play mechanics with the slick passing system are easy to pick up, it takes the patience of a Dutch master to be able to fully manipulate players to perform deft overhead flicks and inch perfect through balls. The first football series to add crossing as a viable option for goal scoring and no two goals are ever the same.
PS2
Sports
The Winning Eleven game engine plays such a smooth, silky game that it would win over even the ficklest of football fans. EA has its graphics, Konami has its refined gameplay.
PS2
Sports
The Winning Eleven series updates and renovates itself on the PS2 offering the widest array of options for its home console. Graphically breaks previous records on the console absolutely dripping style with players features easily recognised. Yet this is no FIFA – only the well-worked move will result in a rippling onion bag with the quicker play engine being further honed towards a modern masterpiece. The AI is varied and being all-important to the league challenge, makes for a fine knock round in 1P mode. Crossing and heading works a treat as Genki found: getting to the by-line a traditional yet preferred choice of attack. If England fans can bear the reminder from the front cover…
PS2
Action
A very under-rated third person shooter that works a real treat with the fine balance struck between graphical pizazz and frame rate. The targeting system works a treat and it deserves a second look for those missing it first time round.
PS2
RPG
Fantasy style space adventure (or should that be Phantasy with its similarity to PSO?) The group battles are intense and the plot woven with the extreme skill of a games company with a wealth of experience. Very emotive soundtracl perfectly suited to the on screen action.