The best PS2 games with widescreen support

summarize

• The PS2 supports widescreen and 480p, making games look great years later.
• Early PS2 games such as
  Jack and Daxter
  Hardware for sharp, widescreen images
• Games like
  god of war
  –
  Final Fantasy 12
  Optimized for the cinematic experience on PS.

at PS2 It was a forward-thinking console in many ways. It came with a built-in DVD player, which was one of the cheapest ways to get a DVD player back in the day. Later it supported internet connectivity and a convertible hard drive for memory storage. Many console games also supported widescreen displays. Even in the early stages of its lifespan

Some games support 480p projection, which makes them still look good even decades later. It would be better if many of these games were remastered or at least ported to modern consoles to be enjoyed with something more than widescreen support. But that's a topic for another day. Let's rank these games based on their cinematic feel. On PS2 with Widescreen adjustment

8 Jack and Daxter

Naughty Dog's new trilogy has begun.

Jack and Daxter It's one of the oldest platformers on the PS2, and Naughty Dog made good use of the hardware. Players can enjoy a crisp platform experience on the new console in widescreen format. Makes it easy to scale up any HD collection. Including the latest native PS5 hardware upgrades.

Every series on PS2 supports widescreen. But there's also potential for 480p improvements. It's hard to believe Naughty Dog has ever made a platform game instead of a dramatic action game. uncharted and The last of usso Jack and Daxter It's a nice reminder of the studio's early days.

7 Ratchet & Clank: Commando Go

Platformer with RPG elements

Ratchet & Clank: Commando Go It's another great platformer on the PS2 and the second in the series. Ratchet & Clang Series. This sequel has many improvements in visuals and gameplay over its predecessor. Visually, it looks better graphically. It also supports widescreen and 480p options on TVs.

This was the first entry to feature RPG elements, allowing players to increase Ratchet's health and upgrade his weapons. Is it still a great game to jump into and play in widescreen? And the sequel that followed on the PS2 also had extended video support.

6 Dragon Quest 8: The Cursed King's Journey

Cel-Shaded Masterpiece

Dragon Quest 8: The Cursed King's Journey This is a huge advance from previous vaccinations. Dragon Quest A game with mediocre graphics on the PS1, this sequel adds voice acting for the first time and creates a magical world filled with artfully designed cel-shaded characters.

This is one of the reasons why the game still looks so good on PS2, and widescreen support doesn't hurt either. Turn-based gameplay Story Open world Alchemy System And many more contribute to the game's high rankings with fans, and possibly why it was later supported on the 3DS.

5 god of war

Father is bloody sorry.

god of war It was a late entry for the PS2, but because of this the team at Sony Santa Monica was able to squeeze a lot out of the console. It supports widescreen and 480p projection as well. It is an epic game that demands the best to keep players engaged with its captivating narrative and bloody gameplay.

Kratos is a father who was wronged by the gods. And instead of dealing with grief Instead, he turns to revenge. The PS2 version isn't the best way to experience it. god of war, Because there's a remastered version for PS3 that makes everything look better. But it still looks surprisingly good on the PS2.

4 Final Fantasy 12

Square Enix's PS2 Swan Song

Final Fantasy 12 It's easily the best looking JRPG on the PS2. And the game has the benefit of being launched very slowly in the system. In fact in North America The game was released just a few weeks before the release of the PS3, so compared to the graphics of the new console, It's technically backward. however, Final Fantasy 12 It's Square Enix's swan song for the PS2 era, with supported audio and widescreen adaptation.

It is not universally celebrated as well. final fantasy 10, such as Final Fantasy 12 Somewhat unusual with its MMO-like combat and connection, Ivalice is another PS2 game that benefits from an HD remaster, giving players who missed it the first time a chance to jump in again.

3 Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

Immerse yourself in the streets

Final Fantasy 12 There's a good soundtrack and the PS2 does it justice, however, when it comes to in-game soundtracks on the PS2. Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas Every game in the system is a win. The mix of hip hop and pop songs from the 90s is amazing. And it sounds great both in game and through the PS2.

In addition to the excellent sound design The game also supports widescreen. Making it an addictive experience for those looking to hit the road in the '90s, the HD remaster failed to live up to PS2 fans' expectations at first, but it eventually delivered. It went through a lot of patching there.

2 Resident Evil 4

Leon's new mission

Resident Evil 4 No soundtrack is as good. But the actual sound design is unrivaled for a PS2 horror game, it makes the moans of every zombie villager all the more haunting. And it looks scary too. This is thanks to both widescreen and 480p support.

Every sound of Leon's gun echoed through the walls. Especially for those who have a good sound system connected to their PS2, there are kernels for everything that will help. Resident Evil 4 It feels like a movie from the 70s and even though it has been beautifully remade on modern consoles, But some people still prefer the original look on the PS2 or even the GameCube.

1 Shadow of the Colossus

A never-ending movie viewing experience

Shadow of the Colossus It's one of the most cinematic games on the PS2, and possibly PlayStation consoles as well. It's simple in execution. Because the player doesn't get much of a story outside of the mission: kill a giant to revive your loved one. These encounters make the boss battles that precede them feel small and scope.

sound design The widescreen options and 480p support help it stand out as well. But even without a loud noise But it still looks great on old 4:3 monitors when people talk about what a video game experience is like. That's what they're talking about. Shadow of the Colossus It's in the video game dictionary next to the word “experience,” despite its flaws.