17 PlayStation 2 Classics That Shaped Gaming History

The PlayStation 2 is still the most successful home console ever made. With over 160 million units sold during its lifespan, it hosted some of the most influential titles in the history of interactive entertainment. These games defined the golden age of gaming for millions of players.

Our latest list covers the seventeen titles that truly stood out from the crowd. From groundbreaking action adventures to deep role playing experiences, these games pushed the hardware to its absolute limit. Many of these projects laid the groundwork for the modern mechanics we see in current releases.

Whether you grew up playing these on a bulky CRT television or are discovering them through modern ports, these legends are worth revisiting. Check out our full breakdown to see which titles earned a spot on our definitive list of must play classics.