PlayStation 2 Role-Playing Games
101.
Magna Carta: Tears of Blood
Platform:
PlayStation 2
November 16, 2005
Revenge is the only thing that can erase this hatred. In the land of Efferia, humans and native-Efferians uneasily co-exist in the clutches of an endless war. A young man out for revenge against the natives finds a girl who has lost her memories. Where will destiny lead them...? A 50+ hour fantasy that unfolds through amazing CGI cut-scenes and fully voiced dialogue. Unlock the secrets of the Carta System and unleash magical fury. Character designs are created by renowned Korean Artist, Hyung Tae Kim bring the world of Efferia to life. Unique real-time battle systems allow you to position yourself anywhere on the battlefield.
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102.
Final Fantasy XI: Treasures of Aht Urhgan
Platform:
PlayStation 2
April 18, 2006
Final Fantasy XI is the first cross-platform, cross-continent massively multi-player online role-playing game in the world. With the release of this third expansion, players will uncover the legends surrounding the Aht Urghan Empire. With new jobs, including the highly requested Blue Mage and Corsair, additional areas to explore, and powerful new monsters, Treasures of Aht Urhgan expands the world of Vana'diel making it an even livelier place to visit. [Square Enix]
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103.
Atelier Iris 3: Grand Phantasm
Platform:
PlayStation 2
May 29, 2007
Long ago, the power of alchemy allowed people to travel between different worlds through dimensional gates; however, with the collapse of the first great civilization, people lost the means to "jump" worlds. A long time has passed since the great destruction and now people once again are unlocking the mystery surrounding the dimensional gates and adventuring to unforeseen territory, seeking the magical book of infinite wisdom. With the fast paced ACCB system, battle sequences are ordered by cards that represent the characters' action order. The quicker the character, the faster their action turn comes around. An innovative change for Atelier Iris 3 is the introduction of a symbol encounter system. Players no longer randomly encounter enemies, but visually confirm and engage them. Unlike previous Atelier Iris titles, this game adopts a guild quest system through which players can easily accept quests and missions that the guild posts. [NIS America]
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104.
Drakengard 2
Platform:
PlayStation 2
February 14, 2006
Drakengard 2 is a role-playing action game featuring knights and dragons that builds on the scenario of the original title. Drakengard 2 takes place 18 years after those events. The player assumes the role of Nowe, a warrior who fights as a member of a legion that guards the red dragon in order to make sure that the world stays at peace. Despite his youth, Nowe is considered to be special among the legion because of his ability to ride on a blue dragon, and he's therefore referred to as "the savior."
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105.
Fullmetal Alchemist 2: Curse of the Crimson Elixir
Platform:
PlayStation 2
July 12, 2005
(Also known as "Fullmetal Alchemist 2: Akaki Elixir no Akuma") The story begins in Lior, a desert city that Edward and Alphonse visit in the first episode of the animated series. As the brothers are unveiling the secrets of a cult called Leto, they are attacked by shadowy creatures from the unknown. Meanwhile, a frightening phenomenon is sweeping the country; people in many regions are vanishing without a trace. In Resembool, Edward and Alphonse meet an enigmatic alchemist. It seems that he has some connection with both the disappearances and the strange creatures encountered earlier. When Colonel Mustang sends the brothers to investigate a village plagued by these monsters, they meet Arlen, an archaeologist who is studying the ancient civilization of Lebis. Edward and Alphonse soon find themselves headed for the ruins of Siam-Sid, the capital city of Lebis, to discover the truth behind the monstrous creatures and the puzzling disappearances.
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106.
Orphen: Scion of Sorcery
Platform:
PlayStation 2
October 23, 2000
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107.
Dual Hearts
Platform:
PlayStation 2
September 23, 2002
Long ago, a sage divided the world into the dream and real world in order to seal the power Nightmare, an evil creature that is the culmination of all that is wrong in the world. With Nightmare's power weakened, the sage was able to divide its mind and body and peace was restored to the two worlds... Enter Rumble, a young treasure hunter who has come to the Sonno Island in search of the legendary Dream Stone. Unfortunately, the stone cannot be obtained through ordinary means... Enter Tumble, a magical creature on a mission by the Queen to undo the seal on the temple... and your only way into the dream world. Together you'll travel by land, air and sea through wondrous and sometimes twisted dreamscapes to unlock the magical orbs that will break the seal to the temple. [Atlus]
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108.
Eternal Ring
Platform:
PlayStation 2
October 24, 2000
A young magician is sent by his king to investigate the strange happenings on the Island of No Return. Armed with his sword and his natural talent as a sorcerer, Cain attempts to be the first person to return from the island alive. Legend has it that the island is inhabited by numerous beasts, enormous dragons, and magical items that were supposed to be buried long ago. As Cain, you must solve several baffling scenarios and defend yourself while you search for the magic ring.
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109.
Breath of Fire: Dragon Quarter
Platform:
PlayStation 2
February 18, 2003
It's an epic quest of magical proportions. You live in another time... another place... devoid of all light sources. You are now part of the underground world. Foil your menacing enemies to reach your ultimate mission. Only you can discover the way out of the labyrinth-like dungeon that envelops you and your friends. Escape your underground captors and you'll reach the world of the living. [Capcom]
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110.
Shining Tears
Platform:
PlayStation 2
March 22, 2005
Shining Tears tells the tale of a young man who has lost his memory and finds himself caught in a war he does not understand. The city he lives in is under siege, and the reason, he is told, revolves around two magical rings of power. In a journey of discovery, the boy and his friends soon realize the terrifying truth about the world they live in. Along the way, they fortify themselves with ever more powerful weaponry, spells, and a rotating cast of allies. The game is a spiritual successor to "Shining in the Darkness" (Genesis) and the "Shining Force" trilogy (Genesis, Saturn). Whereas those classics offered first-person role-playing and strategy role-playing experiences (respectively), Shining Tears is an action role-playing game, featuring real-time battles and cooperative multiplayer game options. [Sega]
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111.
Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne
Platform:
PlayStation 2
October 12, 2004
(Also known as "Shin Megami Tensei: Lucifer's Call") Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne is actually the third game in the series, which first appeared on the Super Famicom. Remakes of the first two titles were recently released in Japan for the PlayStation and Game Boy Advance. While Nocturne continues the series' tradition of a modern-day post-apocalyptic setting, demonic overtones and mature themes, the PlayStation 2 version brings it into the next-generation of gaming with mind-blowing graphics and refinement of the gameplay system. Set in post-apocalyptic Tokyo, the game begins as nearly the entire population of the world is annihilated by a global catastrophe called the Conception. Now, the fate of the entire world lies on the shoulders of one boy, who must battle his way through opposing demonic forces and shape the world to come... or destroy it. Yesterday?s foe is today?s ally. Persuade over 100 different demons to join your party. Some demons may evolve into new forms on their own or fuse them to form even more powerful demons. Customize your character with Magatama, living parasites that grant the host demonic powers! Depending on the choices you make, you'll follow one of several ideologies which will ultimately determine the fate of the entire world! Special guest appearance by Dante, from Capcom's Devil May Cry series. Will he become your most feared enemy or your greatest ally? Over 50 hours of gameplay! [Atlus Software]
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112.
Digimon World 4
Platform:
PlayStation 2
June 2, 2005
Brace yourself, the Digimon are back and they’re ready for another adventure! All access to the Real World has been terminated, security has been breached, and in the process of the investigation a new mysterious world has been discovered. It's up to you, the Digital Security Guard to investigate and bring peace back to the Digital World. Play as the most popular Digimon from the TV series. Featuring a new enhanced battle system, with real-time battles. Unlock special Digivolved Digimon by mastering skills and techniques. [Bandai]
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113.
Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3
Platform:
PlayStation 2
August 14, 2007
In Persona 3, assume the role of a high school student, who was orphaned as a young boy, and has recently transferred to Gekkoukan High School on Port Island. Only days after he arrives at the school dorm, he is attacked by a Shadow. The assault awakens his Persona, Orpheus, his only chance at defeating this creature of the night. He soon discovers that he shares this special ability with other students at his new school. From them he learns of the Dark Hour, a hidden time that exists between one day and the next, swarming with Shadows that have been slowing claiming victims known as The Lost - poor souls who have inexplicably been turned into walking zombies. Under the supervision of school chairman Shuji Ikutsuki, he joins his new friends in confronting this evil threat... With your school as the primary battlefield, you are forced to juggle between two lives: student by day, defender against evil by night. And your greatest challenges await you on the eve of each full moon. [Atlus]
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114.
The Legend of Alon D'ar
Platform:
PlayStation 2
December 4, 2001
A cataclysmic evil is tearing the magical world of Chandar in two. Control a young warrior and assemble a party of heroes, engaging in desperate battle and labyrinthine mystery as you explore this shattered realm. Discover the dark mysteries of the past and become the savior of a world so big, the adventure is boundless... [Ubi Soft]
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115.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Quest for the Dragon Bone Staff
Platform:
PlayStation 2
April 17, 2001
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116.
Dark Angel: Vampire Apocalypse
Platform:
PlayStation 2
July 8, 2001
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117.
Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows
Platform:
PlayStation 2
December 12, 2005
Blending an intuitive combat system, accessible RPG elements, and new junction skills, Seven Sorrows features the dynamic co-op it's known for, and, for the first time ever, it is online supporting up to four players. Centuries ago, four immortal heroes set out to kill the most powerful emperor their age had ever known. They failed, and for their crimes, three were crucified on a great tree at the bottom of the world. Mysteriously set free, the heroes set out to finish what they had started, only to find that they must now save their tormentor from his own dreams and madness. Driven to grief by seven acts of deep cruelty and selfishness, the emperor seeks to undo the one that pains him the most: the murder of his lover, Cusirimay. If the ancient heroes cannot undo the emperor's deeds on their own, his mad plans may tear apart the world. Seven Sorrows is the fusion of fantasy fighting action with the strategy of user-friendly RPG elements, providing gamers a deep, engaging gameplay experience complete with solo play, co-op and an online community. The new fighting system allows for easy pick-up-and-play while simultaneously offering deeper choices for more advanced players. Additionally, online RPG and collection elements add significant replay value to the game. [Midway]
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118.
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga
Platform:
PlayStation 2
April 5, 2005
(Known in Japan as "Digital Devil Saga: Avatar Tuner") Junkyard, a town of endless rain. With his four companions, Serf, the main character and a member of a tribe called Embryon, sets out for Nirvana, a land that can only be reached by the champions of Junkyard. They devote themselves to fighting against the never-ending resistance mustered by other tribes. In the midst of chaos, a mysterious object, the Pod, suddenly appears. Countless spheres of light are emitted by the Pod and infect Serf and his comrades, awakening their demonic powers. An unimaginable battle unfolds within their faint conscience. They develop a desire to tear the flesh and shatter the bones of their enemies, who have also been transformed. Their instincts tell them to devour every being in their path. Until then, Serf and his comrades only knew of battle, but for the first time, they experience new emotions. At that time, a dark-haired girl, Sera, comes to their rescue. Although she does not know where she came from, she holds a strange power - the power to control the party's demonic transformation. They receive orders from the Church of Karma to head for Nirvana, and they are accompanied by the dark-haired girl. "They who reach Nirvana first shall be recognized as the champions of Junkyard." The struggle intensifies, and they discover that the girl holds a key to the mystery. But, true fear still awaits Serf's party. Including Embryon, the tribe that the main character leads, several groups are at war with each other in order to survive. "Devour" your enemies and absorb their devastating powers and special abilities! [Atlus]
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119.
Unlimited Saga
Platform:
PlayStation 2
June 17, 2003
The story is uniquely told through the eyes of seven different protagonists, each with their own motivations for seeking the seven grand menaces. The powers of the Seven Wonders of Lore have been released and a deity has emerged, heralding the advent of a new Golden Age. A group of adventurers led only by their belief in the legend journey out to solve the deity?s riddle. Their fates cross in a town during the hustle and bustle of a festival.
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120.
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2
Platform:
PlayStation 2
October 11, 2005
Serph, leader of the Embryon, wanders aimlessly through the lifeless streets before him. In the Junkyard, his Tribe fought a gruesome war, hoping the light of Heaven would relieve their suffering. In the end, Serph's world vanished, along with the comrades who stood by him. All that awaited him in Nirvana were endless streets littered with the silent remains of human statues. The Promised Land was nothing but a new hell. Guards in white appear through clouds of dust, threatening to arrest Serph as an unauthorized Avatar Tuner. He notices the Karma Temple 's insignia on their equipment as they throw it aside and transform into hideous demons. The water crown's power washes over Serph, and he realizes the Atma was not simply a nightmare of the Junkyard?nothing has changed but his surroundings. Devouring others is the only way to survive. What awaits Serph beyond Nirvana?a glorious paradise, or a sea of blood-soaked corpses? [Atlus]
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121.
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon
Platform:
PlayStation 2
May 12, 2009
A new threat to Japan's Capital calls for the return of its case-solving, tube-slinging Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha the 14th. When a woman walks into the Narumi Detective Agency and asks to find a man, Raidou's boss is reluctant to accept, but soon it's clear there's more to the case than it seems on the surface. It isn't long before Raidou is on the trail of crooked gamblers, masked ninja, and strange insects... a trail leading him inexorably to the mysterious King Abaddon. Massively upgraded battle system - Advancements to the battle mechanics include a MAG balancing system, dodge and hide abilities, and the ability to command two demons in combat. Use the retooled Weapon Alchemy system to create new swords with unique special attacks. Deeper demon integration - Demon negotiation returns with more than twice the number of demons to attempt to recruit to your side. Create more powerful demons through fusion and skill transfer. Control two demons in battle and choose from more tactical options. [Atlus USA]
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122.
Arc the Lad: End of Darkness
Platform:
PlayStation 2
June 14, 2005
(Also known as "Arc the Lad Generation" in Japan) Arc the Lad: End of Darkness takes place five years after, yet in the same world as Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits. Players take the role of Edda, a young man whose youth is marked by a "boring island life". His serenity is shattered, however, when he meets Kirika, a rude young woman, on the beach. Shortly after, Edda tries to help a hunter capture vicious criminals, but the latter gets killed. Edda notices Kirika standing nearby, and his suspicions begin to grow about the mysterious young woman. Edda who has awakened as a full-fledged exorcist becomes a hunter himself, and realizing a sense of responsibility to save the weakened world, he sets out on a remarkable journey that will ultimately pit civilization against nature. [Namco]
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123.
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner - Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army
Platform:
PlayStation 2
October 10, 2006
(Known in Japan as "Devil Summoner: Kuzunoha Raidou") Raidou Kuzunoha is a private detective in Japan's Taishou Period of the 1910s and 1920s, but he's much more than just a well-dressed crime scene investigator; he also has the power to capture and conjure demons to do his bidding. Take control of Raidou and his otherworldly companions, guide them through thrilling episodes of action and intrigue, and learn the incredible secrets of the Soulless Army. Detailed real-time combat sequence with swords, guns, combo attacks, and devilish helpers. Photorealistic graphics that transport the player to 1920s Japan. Puzzle-solving with the use of carefully chosen demonic powers. Character design by legendary illustrator Kazuma Kaneko. [Atlus]
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124.
Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel
Platform:
PlayStation 2
January 14, 2004
In this gritty and darkly humorous 3rd person action adventure, players join the courageous Brotherhood of Steel, whose mission is to maintain peace in the grim post-apocalyptic world of Fallout. Battling raiders, mutants and a host of radioactive nightmares, players attempt to save the scattered remnants of the human race. Life is hard, mutation is rampant and the closet thing to law and order is the fusion-powered pistol that you carry on your hip. [Vivendi Universal]
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125.
Falling Stars
Platform:
PlayStation 2
August 26, 2008
An ancient spirit has detected a mysterious dark power awakening in the peaceful world of Dazzleon. The balance between good and evil is threatened and the fate of Dazzleon rests in the hands of one young spirit. Entrusted with a mission of dire importance, you play the role of this spirit as it takes the form of a young girl named Luna. However, restoring peace to Dazzleon is not such a simple task as thwarting evil requires you to complete various quests and challenges, train your own pet, and command your pet in battle against rogue monsters unleashed by Luna’s wicked uncle, Matt. [Ivolgamus]
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