PlayStation 2 Real-Time Games
1.
Ring of Red
Platform:
PlayStation 2
March 12, 2001
A highly classified prototype mech was stolen from the allied forces in southern Japan and it's up to you to get it back! Take control of monstrous mechs and brave soldiers. Immerse yourself in detailed 3D battle sequences with an exciting style of gameplay that mixes in-depth strategy and real-time action as you lead the allies to victory. 
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2.
GrimGrimoire
Platform:
PlayStation 2
June 26, 2007
Lillet Blan was very excited. Her heart had been racing since the moment she heard Lillet had been invited to enroll into a Magic Academy where only talented youths were personally sought out by the greatest wizards. The school was lead by the famous wizard, Gammel Dore, who had once defeated the Archmage. And the campus on which they study, the Silver Star tower, was once the destroyed Archmage's castle. The tower was full of unsolved mysteries and dangers, and this attracted many who had their own personal reasons in mind. Lilet had opened her first grimoire, and began her studies. But only five days later, a terrifying disaster threatens the academy, and all lives are lost. All except she, who had traveled back throgh time without knowing why...Can Lillet come closer to the truth by repeating days? Can she end the nightmare at the end of those five days? [NIS America] 
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3.
Kessen
Platform:
PlayStation 2
November 13, 2000
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4.
Full Spectrum Warrior
Platform:
PlayStation 2
March 28, 2005
Full Spectrum Warrior is based on a game commissioned by the U.S. Army to train light Infantry troops in urban combat situations. Soldiers are placed in a tense, hostile, and claustrophobic environment where they must complete a variety of military objectives. Players act as the Squad Leader, providing direction to Alpha and Bravo fire teams. The successful Squad Leader effectively uses cover in the environment and moves his fire teams in a coordinated fashion so they can protect themselves from possible attacks that could come from any direction. Full Spectrum Warrior puts you in the dirt with your men, where danger lurks around every corner. [THQ] 
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5.
Kessen III
Platform:
PlayStation 2
February 22, 2005
Kessen III marks the franchise's return to Japanese history and aesthetics. It is the middle of the turbulent Sengoku or "warring states" period. Endless chaos and plunder have consumed the islands of Japan. A young teenager, known for his extravagant appearance and unconventional attitude emerges from Central Japan- he is Nobunaga Oda. While elders admonished him, his contemporaries admired him. Blessed with an indomitable vision and fearless constitution, the soon-to-be legendary Nobunaga will stand against legions of warriors in order to resurrect a land filled with chaos and sorrow. KESSEN III now features non-linear stage selection, an officer and troop development system, and a process that allows players to equip officers with over 450 weapons, helmets, and samurai armor. The game's deep and compelling narrative will unfold throughout 120 combined minutes of movie sequences, accompanied by a stirring musical score from legendary composer Reijiro Koroku. [KOEI] 
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6.
Kessen II
Platform:
PlayStation 2
September 26, 2001
Assume the role of historical Chinese general Liu Bei of the Shu kingdom whose ultimate goal is the destruction of the Cao Cao, the leader of the Wei kindgom in order to rescue his lost love and claim his opponenet's land. New "Agen Technology" allows for 500 soldiers on-screen at a given time. 
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7.
Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers
Platform:
PlayStation 2
March 28, 2006
As squad leader, players coordinate the actions of multiple infantry fire teams, leading them through a variety of hostile environments. An intuitive control scheme allows direction of squads in real-time as players outthink, outmaneuver and outgun enemies through more than 12 levels of intense warfare. Players will utilize authentic battlefield tactics as they confront the enemy with a deadly arsenal of weapons, the latest military equipment, and new Player-controlled mechanized units. With an enhanced multiplayer mode, players can go online and battle friends through a variety of new head-to-head and co-op objective-based missions. [THQ] 
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8.
Nobunaga's Ambition: Rise to Power
Platform:
PlayStation 2
February 5, 2008
In Nobunaga's Ambition: Rise to Power, players assume the role of Nobunaga, or of a rival warlord, in their quest to unite Japan under one rule. Packed with 7 dramatic scenarios - from the 1551 Struggle for Power to the events following Nobunaga's death in 1582, Nobunaga's Ambition: Rise to Power lets players embark on their quest from more than 300 different starting points. For the first time in the series, military campaigns are carried out using an explosive 3D real-time battle system. Plus a new command lets players go "all in" and risk their entire empire in battle. If victorious, players expand their empire, but a defeat could mean the total loss of their land. Nobunaga's Ambition: Rise to Power is more than just a game of military domination. Life in Feudal Japan is brought to life with remarkable detail. In vibrant castle towns the daily lives of characters unfold while players nurture their village into a flourishing empire. Players also manage government affairs and develop critical infrastructure such as ninja camps, blacksmiths, and markets. A robust character edit function features a wide variety of character faces, the ability to edit stats, and let's the player choose when and where the characters will appear. [KOEI] 
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9.
Goblin Commander: Unleash the Horde
Platform:
PlayStation 2
November 11, 2003
In Goblin Commander: Unleash The Horde, you lead your goblin clans through ceaseless battle in the war-torn land of Ogriss, a world ruled by goblins. Advancing through dark subterranean caves, lush woodland cities and towering storm-swept castles; you wage war with an army of specialized goblin warriors and fearsome monsters to prevent the ultimate destruction of Ogriss. Goblin Commander: Unleash The Horde sets itself apart from other Real-Time Strategy games with fast arcade-style action, richly detailed and destructible environments, and an easy-to-master control scheme designed specifically for console game pads. [Jaleco Entertainment] 
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10.
Army Men: RTS
Platform:
PlayStation 2
March 27, 2002
A deep and strategic adventure without the intimidation of other Real-Time Strategy games. Army Men: RTS features an intuitive interface custom designed for the PlayStation 2, and is easy to pick up and play. This is not another plastic soldier game; the game forces players to think about how to strategically build and manage troops, vehicles and buildings while involved in an all out war! [3DO] 
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11.
Commandos 2: Men of Courage
Platform:
PlayStation 2
August 28, 2002
A tactical action/strategy game set against the backdrop of World War II. Take control of an elite group of commandos who must venture deep into enemy territory and utilize their combined expertise to complete a series of mission-based objectives. Go covert into new environments based on authentic WWII locations: the heart of the third Reich, a northern European submarine installation, the headquarters of the Japanese army and more. [Eidos Interactive] 
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12.
Aliens Versus Predator: Extinction
Platform:
PlayStation 2
July 30, 2003
On a cold distant planet, the war against extinction is on and your command skills will determine its outcome. Control an Alien hive, Predator clan, or lead an elite squad of Colonial Marines and fight for the survival of your race. Harness the unique advantages as an Alien, Predator or Colonial Marine to wage war in 21 single-player missions. Control one of three different races - each with its own characteristics and abilities to suit any style of play. Upgrade up to 10 different unit types of various races including new, never before seen units such as the Predator Hydra or Alien Ravager. Engage the enemy in 21 unique maps, from jungles to deserts to high-tech laboratories. Utilize powerful resources and strategies including pulse rifles, exosuits and air strikes to unleash devastating attacks on your enemies. [Electronic Arts] 
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13.
The Adventures of Darwin
Platform:
PlayStation 2
June 25, 2007
You are the leader of a primitive village. If you want to survive life in a hostile world, you must evolve! In The Adventures of Darwin, you drive the evolution of your village from a small group of simple primates to a powerful, intelligent colony of humans. Lead your tribe on adventures, teach them to hunt, teach them to build, and teach them the power of language. Are you the leader of the evolution, or doomed to a life of monkey business? Help your tribe evolve by hunting and gathering food and developing the culture of your village. Vast prehistoric world filled with wooly mammoths, sabretooth tigers, ferocious dinosaurs, and more. Squad-based gameplay with distinct battle formations and commands. Unique AI system where your tribe becomes more intelligent as they evolve. Upgradeable weapons as your tribe evolves: Start with rocks and evolve to spears, axes, and bows. 
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14.
Conflict Zone
Platform:
PlayStation 2
October 19, 2002
It's early 21st century and the majority of the world's countries have created the International Corps for Peace, an organisation dedicated to bringing about world peace. However, not all countries are keen to be involved and these persist in generating conflicts through the organisation GHOST. A secret organisation, which warrants only the economic interests of its members without any attachment to morals, GHOST, does not hesitate to create crisis situations with the goal of destabilising the world-wide equilibrium and endanger any chance of peace. [Ubi Soft] 
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