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Sony PlayStation 2

Friday November 12, 2004
Written by Darren Ellis
Tags: ps2 | sony | playstation | 2
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$250
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There's no denying the power of the PlayStation 2 gaming console. Once again it's going to be one of the must-have Christmas items for the home this year.
Buzz Das Mega-Quiz for PlayStation 2

Puzzle, Rating: E10 - (Everyone 10+),up to 8 players, published by: Sony

Welcome to Buzz' best game show yet! The cameras are trained to the shiny new set, and he's got 5000 general knowledge brainteasers for you – so get those buzzer-fingers ready! Video, music and audio content has been massively increased and the long loading times and wait between games has now gone making this a much faster paced experience.

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Price: $29 - $54
High School Musical: Sing It Bundle With Microphone for PlayStation 2

Music, Rating: E - (Everyone),published by: Disney Interactive

Get those vocal cords ready! Based on the phenomenally successful Disney Channel original movie "High School Musical,"

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Price: $20 - $46
Buzz The Hollywood Quiz for PlayStation 2

Puzzle, up to 8 players, published by: Sony

The most star-studded instalment yet of the social gaming series that transforms your living room into a TV quiz studio at the flick of a switch. This game rolls out over 5000 questions, stacks of movie clips, pictures, celebrity images and sound bites that’ll really test your knowledge of Tinseltown. Gameshow impresario Buzz has hit the big time here, rubbing shoulders with the stars and hobnobbing with movie royalty as he launches The Hollywood Quiz from the set of his movie awards ceremony. He hasn't lost his edge, though – he’s still lightning-fast with the put-downs and asides when your movie knowledge lets you down.

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Price: $20 - $54
Secret Agent Clank Playstation 2 for PlayStation 2

Action, Rating: E10 - (Everyone 10+), 1 player, published by: SCEE

Secret Agent Clank focuses -- for the first time in the series -- on the adventures of the beloved robot sidekick Clank and his secret alter-ego, Secret Agent Clank. Set after Size Matters, but before the events of Tools of Destruction, the premise behind Secret Agent Clank surrounds Ratchet as he's framed for a crime that he didn't commit. Unfortunately for the hero, the trial is skewed against him, and all indications point to him being found guilty.

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Price: $53 - $55
Guitar Hero for PlayStation 2

Music, Rating: T - (Teen),up to 2 players

Guitar Hero is the first installment in the series that changed video games forever. Bringing the fun of being a rock star home, Guitar Hero packs a redesigned Gibson SG guitar and plenty of noteworthy bands and songs for maximum jamming. Hook up two guitars and compete against your buddy or start up your solo career. Any way you slice, it’s time turn up the volume and get ready to rock out.

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Price: $34 - $63
Tekken 5 for PlayStation 2

Fighting, Rating: T - (Teen),up to 2 players, published by: Namco

Four King of Iron Fist Tournaments fought. Twenty-three million units sold worldwide. Ten years past since Tekken first made history. In 2005, the landmark series returns to revolutionize console fighting one more time.

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Price: $20 - $30
Totally Spies! : Totally Party for PlayStation 2

Action, published by: Ubi Soft Entertainment

Sam, Alex and Clover decide to room together in their "dream house." Life couldn't get cooler, until they've unwittingly made their home right above an Underground Secret Services Center. To prevent a catastrophic security leak, Jerry, the Center Chief has no choice but to take on them as special agents. The game is primarily based upon a series of mini-games distributed around 10 boards and a showroom. On each board, 1 to 3 players will be able to face-off with a "bad guy." The players must win the mini-games in order to gain popularity points and lay traps against the bad guy. Watch out, the bad guys can also lay traps. The goal of each board is to win the most popularity points possible before defeating the "bad guy," in order to win the most gorgeous ball gown, take part in a fashion show and become the most popular girl at school.

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Price: $7 - $45
Grand Theft Auto (GTA)™: San Andreas (Special Edition) for PlayStation 2

Action, Rating: AO - (Adults Only), 1 player, published by: Rockstar Games

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is no doubt one of the most controversial video games in the industry’s history. It not only garnered attention for its content, but also for its excellent gameplay and deep, engaging storyline. Spanning several recreations of some of California’s most storied cities, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas brings plenty for players to enjoy and deserves a place in anyone gaming library. The Special Edition features the documentary entitled Sunday Driver which details the Southern California lifestyle that is represented in the game.

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Price: $25 - $30
Grand Theft Auto (GTA): Vice City for PlayStation 2

Action, Rating: M - (Mature), 1 player, published by: Rockstar Games

The no holds barred world that has had critics up in arms for years is back with Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. All of the carnage and mayhem of the previous GTA games is back with a 1980s flair taken right out of such films as Scarface. Set in a fictional Miami, players must work their way to the top of the organized crime world using any means necessary. Grand Theft Auto: Vice City not only packs more violence and mayhem than the Godfather, but it’s also a fantastic achievement in the world of video games.

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Price: $15 - $30
The Sims Pets for PlayStation 2

Simulation, Rating: T - (Teen),up to 2 players, published by: EA - Electronic Arts

Create the perfect pet for your Sims to train, play with, and love throughout a lifetime. Pick everything from their paws to their personality. Choose from dozens of popular dog and cat breeds like Schnauzer and Siamese. Or create a unique cat or dog by modifying their features and body type. Your Sims can teach their pets tricks, take them for a romp in the park to meet other furry friends, or buy them toys, beds, and much more. But pets have minds of their own-so expect the unexpected!

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Price: $26 - $30
This article appeared in the December 2004 issue of PC Authority.
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