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A list of Released 3D platformers video games for PS2 sorted by popularity among gamers.

PlayStation 2 is the 6th generation console from Sony and a successor to PlayStation (PSX). It was released on October 26th, 2000 in North America and less than a month later in Europe. It had 300 MHz CPU and 32 MB RAM. PS2 was in production up till 2013, despite the fact that in 2006 it was succeeded by PlayStation 3. With over 155 million units sold, it’s still the most popular console in the history of gaming industry.

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LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4

Action canceled

A licensed LEGO action-adventure game, set in the fantasy universe of Harry Potter, created by the British writer J. K. Rowling. The story was based on the first four Harry Potter books and their movie adaptations by Warner Bros. During the gameplay, you witness the adventures of Harry and other characters, explore Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and fight many enemies, including the main antagonist of the cycle, the evil Lord Voldemort.

Tomb Raider: Legend
Tomb Raider: Legend

Action 07 April 2006

The seventh major installment of the Tomb Raider series. As the previous parts of the game were not received very well, a new studio – Crystal Dynamics, with Toby Gard, the creator of the original series, in its ranks – was entrusted with the game. Setting-wise, the title goes back to its roots, which means exploring ancient tombs and catacombs. During the gameplay you will visit a number of exotic locations, including Himalayas, Bolivia, Peru, Japan, Ghana, Malaysia, England, and Kazakhstan.

Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones
Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones

Adventure 01 December 2005

Another installment in the highly-rated action adventure game franchise following on the eponymous Prince, who in the past carelessly unsealed the mythical sands of time. After events of the previous part of the game, the protagonist return to his home – Babylon – plunged in the chaos of war. Soon it turns out that the previous actions of the hero led to the birth of his dark alter ego, whose spirit gradually takes over control over the protagonist's will.

Tomb Raider: Anniversary
Tomb Raider: Anniversary

Action 01 June 2007

An official remake of the classic first installment in the acclaimed Tomb Raider series. It was created for the original game's tenth anniversary, having been released in 1996 both for PCs and the PlayStation consoles. Tomb Raider: Anniversary was developed by Crystal Dynamics (Tomb Raider: Legend) - a studio which took over the development of the franchise from its original creators - Core Design. The remake does not bring any differences to the original game's plot.

Ico
Ico

Adventure 25 September 2001

A third-person perspective action-adventure game developed by the Japanese developer Team Ico. The story tells about a young boy named Ico who was marked with an eternal curse. Due to that curse, he was born with mysterious horns on his head and, similarly to his predecessors, he is to be taken to a mysterious castle where he is going to be slain. While awaiting death, the boy notices a girl locked in a cage.

Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness
Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness

Action 21 June 2003

The sixth installment in the popular series featuring the tenacious archaeologist Lara Croft. In Tomb Raider: The Angel of Darkness the protagonist is falsely accused of killing her former mentor, who is also the main antagonist – Werner Von Croy. During the game Lara is forced to go into hiding. She tries to clear her name through conversations with other characters and associating facts. This fact changes gameplay dramatically and pushes it more towards a classic adventure game.

Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex
Crash Bandicoot: The Wrath of Cortex

Arcade 29 October 2001

Linear 3D platformer, a continuation of the popular series from PlayStation, created by a separate development team called Traveller's Tales. The evil Dr. Cortex returns with the cruel god Uka Uka Uka, the ruler of the elements. In many complex levels, the heroic fox can use a number of different vehicles. The whole is accompanied by atmospheric, colorful graphics.

Ratchet & Clank (2002)
Ratchet & Clank (2002)

Arcade 04 November 2002

Ratchet & Clank is a hit 2D platformer released exclusively for PlayStation 2. The title characters of the game produced by Insomniac Games are a fox and robot who must save Solan's galaxy from the knocks of the cunning Drek's highest CEO. While playing, players can acquire new weapons and equipment to help them overcome obstacles and enemies.

Rayman Arena
Rayman Arena

Arcade 27 November 2001

Rayman Arena is an arcade game created for multiplayer gameplay, which is a spin-off production from the Rayman series. Developers from the Ubisoft concern have prepared two variants of fun, in which via LAN or the Internet you can race or fight against other players, embodying your favorite characters from the universe of the Land of Dreams. In some markets the game was released under the title Rayman M.

Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves
Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves

Action 30 September 2005

The third part of the adventures of the title thief. This time Sly sets out to look for a family fortune. The latest version of the series introduces many interesting solutions, including multiplayer for two players.

Tomb Raider: Underworld
Tomb Raider: Underworld

Action 23 January 2009

Developed once again by Crystal Dynamics, another installment of the third-person perspective adventure series started in 1996. Tomb Raider: Underworld is a continuation of the events from previous parts of the series and concentrates on the search for artifacts connected with the Nordic god Thor. On her journey, Lara Croft visits new locations, like Thailand and south Mexico, and dives in the Mediterranean Sea and the Arctic Ocean.

Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier
Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier

Arcade 03 November 2009

Another meeting with the charismatic Jak and the talkative Daxter, who once again have to save the world and face adversities. New weapons, vehicles and skills were made available to the heroes.

CID the Dummy
CID the Dummy

Arcade 17 April 2009

CID the Dummy is a platformer whose world is full of dolls used during crash tests in cars. One of them, named CID, is the main character.

Prince of Persia: Trilogy
Prince of Persia: Trilogy

Action 27 October 2006

Prince of Persia: Trilogy is a special compilation, released on the occasion of the third anniversary of the triumphal return to the world of electronic entertainment of the Prince of Persia series, whose roots date back to the late 1980s. This kit is available only to PlayStation 2 landlords and contains games released between 2003 and 2005.

Animaniacs: The Great Edgar Hunt
Animaniacs: The Great Edgar Hunt

Arcade 25 July 2005

Animaniacs: The Great Edgar Hunt is a classic three-dimensional platformer gently sprinkled with action and elements typical of adventure games. The game was created by Warthog, while the publisher is Ignition Entertaiment.

Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc
Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc

Arcade 13 March 2003

The third installment in the series of adventures of the eponymous friendly hero. Released for PC Windows and consoles, the game is an action platformer. Rayman and his friends, Globox and Murfy, have to face the army of Hoodlums. As you play, you explore new, colorful locations, from beautiful, magical places to ruined areas inhabited by hostile creatures. Visually, the game looks better than the second installment — the textures and animations have been improved.

Crash Bandicoot: Unlimited
Crash Bandicoot: Unlimited

Arcade 28 September 2004

Crash Bandicoot returns in style. Medium-sized twins defeated Dr. Cortex, the eternal enemy of the funny fox, and are now conspiring against Crash. It's time to unite forces and defeat the common enemy.

Prince of Persia: Warrior Within
Prince of Persia: Warrior Within

Adventure 30 November 2004

Sequel to the 2003’s Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, rebooting the story of the hero from the classic 2D platformer from Broderbund Software studio. This time the prince has to deal with consequences of his reckless actions. He managed to turn back time and prevent releasing The Sands of Time, but he did not change his destiny, resulting in Guardian of Time chasing him to seal his fate.

I-Ninja
I-Ninja

Arcade 18 November 2003

"I-Ninja" is an extremely dynamic action game created in a typical console style. In many ways, the described title resembles such hit productions as "Spyro", "Rayman" or "Crash Bandicoot".

Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando
Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando

Arcade 11 November 2003

Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando is the second installment of a series of arcade platformers with logical elements by Insomniac Games studio. This time, the main characters are kidnapped and taken to the Bogon galaxy, where new adventures, riddles and enemies await them. The creators took care of a number of changes in the mechanics of the game, including the ability to develop characters and improve equipment.

Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

Adventure 06 November 2003

An action adventure game which is a remake of the 1989's Prince of Persia, one of the most popular platformers of all time, originally developed Broberbund Software. The game was created by Ubisoft Motreal and Jordan Mechner – the father of the original game, who worked on The Sands of Time as consultant and lead designer. The game tells a story of the eponymous Prince who accidentally releases the legendary Sands of Time, a mystical artifact that poses a terrible threat to the world.

Sonic Heroes
Sonic Heroes

Arcade 06 January 2004

Sonic Heroes is a position climatically referring to the best parts of the series with the title hedgehog in the lead role. The gameplay is characterized by high dynamics (various platforms, turns, circles in the air, etc.), lots of jumps or skies (launchers, hills) and (but less often) forceful elimination of enemies.

Adventures of Cookie & Cream
Adventures of Cookie & Cream

Puzzle 01 May 2001

Unusual logic-platform game in three-dimensional setting. The player is given a rather unusual task: he has to carry out two characters on parallel boards at the same time. The task is not an easy one, because you have to master the complicated control and demonstrate an incredible divisibility of attention.

Jak and Daxter: The Precursor's Legacy
Jak and Daxter: The Precursor's Legacy

Arcade 05 December 2001

Jak and Daxter: The Precursor's Legacy is a 3D platform adventure game released in December 2001. The production stands out from other titles by the number of details, gameplay diversity and a well-designed open world. The legendary Naughty Dog studio, known for such hits as The Last of Us, Uncharted or Crash Bandicoot, is responsible for creating this title. The main characters are the green-haired Elven Yak and his faithful friend, the furry Daxter.