The Weird and Wacky Era of PlayStation 2

🕹️The PlayStation 2 era featured a range of quirky side modes in games, offering unique gameplay experiences.

🎮Metal Gear Solid 2 Substance introduced a skateboarding mode as a cross-promotion for another game.

🔪Mortal Kombat Deception and Armageddon featured side modes like Puzzle Combat and Motor Kombat, adding a fun twist to the iconic fighting franchise.

🏁Tekken 3's Tekken Ball mode and Mortal Kombat Deception's Chess Combat offered unique variations of their respective genres.

🌐The PlayStation 2 era was a unique time in gaming, where developers embraced creativity and added wacky side modes to enhance the overall gaming experience.

What were some other wacky side modes in PlayStation 2 games?

—Other wacky side modes in PlayStation 2 games included Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas' lowrider challenges and Tony Hawk's Underground 2's Classic Mode.

Did these side modes impact the main gameplay?

—While the side modes were separate from the main gameplay, they added an extra layer of fun and variety to the overall game experience.

Were these side modes well-received by players?

—Yes, many players enjoyed the wacky side modes as they provided a break from the main gameplay and allowed for unique and entertaining experiences.

Are there any current games that have similar wacky side modes?

—Yes, some current games, such as the Yakuza series, continue the tradition of including wacky and unexpected side modes that add a fun and lighthearted element to the game.

Can I still play these side modes on PlayStation 2 consoles?

—Yes, if you have a PlayStation 2 console and the respective games, you can still enjoy these wacky side modes today.

00:00The PlayStation 2 era was known for its strange and quirky games with wacky side modes.

01:12Metal Gear Solid 2 Substance introduced a skateboarding mode as a cross-promotion for another game.

04:31Spider-Man: The Movie game featured a wacky side mode called 'Pin Head Bowling,' where players could bowl over webbed-up thugs.

06:59Enter the Matrix had a secret multiplayer mode that allowed players to fight matches from the movies with pre-selected characters.

08:29Tekken 3's Tekken Ball mode and Mortal Kombat Deception's Chess Combat offered unique variations of their respective genres.

10:32Mortal Kombat Armageddon's Motor Kombat was a Mario Kart-style racing game with Mortal Kombat characters.