The PlayStation 2 era ushered in countless classics, from Okami to Final Fantasy X, laying a foundation for the modern gaming world. But as titles continue to grow more advanced, a certain intangible element from that period seems to have slipped away, leaving fans longing for its return.
Acclaim Entertainment once stood at the forefront of gaming in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Though it ceased operations in 2004, it left behind a legacy of memorable titles and a surprising 2025 revival that could not quite recapture its peak glory.
PlayStation 2 remains the best-selling console of all time, boasting a massive library of games. Among the most popular were first-person shooters, including TimeSplitters and Star Wars: Battlefront II, which captured the hearts of players worldwide.
Disney is bringing back several beloved titles with the Disney Afternoon Collection, set to hit both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 on May 29. Priced at $30 on Switch and $40 on Switch 2, the updated bundle can be preordered through Amazon and Target.
Nintendo has spent decades keeping franchises like Super Mario Bros. in the spotlight. Yet “Kid Icarus,” an almost 40-year-old title, took much longer to see a revival.
Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack is poised to welcome its very first third-party Game Boy Advance titles. Namco’s Klonoa: Empire of Dreams and Mr. Driller 2 will join its roster on September 25, marking a historic moment for the service’s growing library.
