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Final Fantasy Tactics is a 1997 tactical role-playing game developed for PlayStation. It introduces Ramza Beoulve, a cadet embroiled in “The Lion War,” a conflict between rival noble factions vying for control of a kingdom. The game’s narrative unfolds within the fictional world of Ivalice, marking...

Suikoden II is a strategy role-playing game set during the Sengoku period of Japan. Players lead a rebellion against a tyrannical emperor, assembling a diverse party of over one hundred characters to battle across expansive maps. Notable for its intricate tactical combat and sprawling narrative, it’...

Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together is a 1995 tactical RPG set in the war-torn kingdom of Valeria. The game follows Denim Powell’s involvement with a resistance force against occupying powers amidst ethnic conflicts. Turn-based battles utilize grid-based maps and character abilities, emphasizing str...

Tekken 3, released in 1997, is the third game in the Tekken series and utilized Namco System 12 hardware. The title’s narrative unfolds nineteen years after its predecessor, introducing new characters like Jin Kazama and Ling Xiaoyu alongside a sidestepping mechanic for all playable fighters. A Play...

Klonoa: Door to Phantomile is a 1997 PlayStation platform game where players control Klonoa and Huepow to thwart an evil spirit’s attempt to corrupt the dream world of Phantomile. The game utilizes a 2.5D perspective, allowing for three-dimensional environments navigated via a two-dimensional path....

Castlevania: Symphony of the Night is an action role-playing game released in 1997 for PlayStation and Sega Saturn. The game follows a direct continuation of the narrative established in Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, occurring four years later. Toru Hagihara directed the title with Koji Igarashi assi...

Colin McRae Rally 2.0 is a rally racing simulation video game developed and published by Codemasters in 2000 for the PlayStation and Windows PC. Named after the Scottish rally driver, the game is the second installment in the Colin McRae Rally series and expanded upon the foundation of the original...

The game that defined the survival horror genre. Its focus on limited resources, inventory management, and a terrifying atmosphere in the Raccoon City police station set the standard for decades. While visually dated, its orignal design remains incredibly influential. It is essential for understandi...

Gran Turismo 2 was released in 1999 as a simulation racing game for the PlayStation. Developed by Polyphony Digital, it served as the second title within the Gran Turismo series and marked the studio’s initial video game development project. The game expanded upon its predecessor with new features a...

*Time Crisis* for the PlayStation (1997) is a home port of Namco's 1995 arcade light-gun shooter. The game retains the arcade's signature cover mechanic, in which players press a button to duck behind cover and release to advance and shoot. The PlayStation release was bundled with the GunCon (model...

Crash Bandicoot: Warped is a 1998 platform game developed for the PlayStation. Following *Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back*, it features Crash and Coco Bandicoot battling Doctor Neo Cortex and his allies, including Uka Uka and Tropy, across various time periods to prevent them from collecting...

Star Ocean: The Second Story is an action RPG developed for PlayStation by tri-Ace and published by Enix. It follows Claude C. Kenny, a stranded Earth officer, as he and Rena Lanford journey across a science fantasy world to thwart a multi-world conspiracy with the aid of companions. Manga and anime...

Resident Evil is a 1996 survival horror game created by Capcom for PlayStation. The title follows S.T.A.R.S. members Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine as they attempt to flee a zombie-infested mansion in the Arklay mountain region. Gameplay focuses on resource management and confronting various mons...

Ape Escape is a PlayStation game where players control Spike as he chases rogue apes through time. Developed in Japan during the 1990s, the title features inventive puzzles and action-adventure gameplay centered around Specter’s attempts to change history. It’s suitable for those interested in platf...

Metal Gear, released in 1987, is an action-adventure stealth game developed by Hideo Kojima for the MSX2. The game tasks players with infiltrating Outer Heaven to destroy Metal Gear, a nuclear-capable mecha, and rescuing captured agents as Solid Snake, a FOXHOUND operative. It serves as the first in...

Spyro: Year of the Dragon is a 2000 platform game for PlayStation, marking the third title in the Spyro series. The game centers on Spyro’s quest to recover stolen dragon eggs after an evil sorceress’s actions. It features expanded worlds, new characters, and enhanced graphics and music compared to...

Alundra is a challenging action RPG developed for the PlayStation in the 1990s. The game offers a dark fantasy experience set within a detailed Japanese-inspired world. It’s notable for its open environment and complex combat system. Alundra is primarily targeted toward players who enjoy demanding a...

Ridge Racer Type 4 is a 1998 PlayStation racing game created by Namco. Notable for its innovative drifting mechanics and fast-paced arcade style, it remains a beloved classic within the Japanese car racing genre. The game appeals to players interested in experiencing authentic 1990s console racing g...

Oddworld: Abe’s Oddysee is a challenging 2D platform game developed by Oddworld Inhabitants. The title gained recognition for its intricate level design and narrative-driven gameplay centered around saving Mudokon slaves from the Zurk exterminators. It's primarily aimed at players who enjoy action-a...

Point Blank is a home console port of Namco's arcade light-gun shooter, released for the Sony PlayStation in the 1990s. The game distinguishes itself from narrative-driven shooters by offering a collection of fast-paced, arcade-style minigames that test speed, accuracy, and reaction time. It was des...

ISS Pro Evolution is a football simulation video game released by Konami in 2000 for the PlayStation. It’s notable for its detailed gameplay and realistic presentation of association football, offering a competitive experience within a futuristic setting. The game was primarily targeted toward playe...

Vib-Ribbon is a rhythm video game created by NanaOn-Sha and initially released on PlayStation in Japan and Europe. It debuted in 1999, but was subsequently made available to North America through a re-release on PlayStation 3 via the PlayStation Network in 2014. The game expands upon the developer’s...

ISS Pro Evolution 2 is a football simulation game created by Konami for PlayStation 1. Notably, it offered realistic soccer gameplay and detailed team rosters, particularly praised for its tactical depth compared to other sports titles of the era. The game was primarily targeted towards fans of asso...

Crash Team Racing is a 1999 PlayStation racing game created by Naughty Dog. The title features a story involving Crash Bandicoot and Doctor Neo Cortex competing against Nitros Oxide to prevent Earth’s destruction. Players control one of fifteen playable characters, utilizing power-ups for strategic...

Resident Evil 3: Nemesis follows Jill Valentine’s escape from Raccoon City, a city devastated by zombies. The game utilizes a similar engine to previous titles, employing 3D models on pre-rendered backgrounds. Player choices influence the narrative progression and determine the final outcome of the...

Twisted Metal 2 is an arcade-style action RPG developed for PlayStation and Windows in 1996. It presents intense vehicular combat with a diverse cast of characters utilizing unique weapons and vehicles. The game’s chaotic gameplay and memorable designs appeal to fans of 1990s gaming and those intere...

Point Blank 2 is a light gun shooter developed by Namco for the Sony PlayStation, released in arcades in 1998 and on home consoles in 1999. As a sequel to the original Point Blank, the game retains the shooting gallery format consisting of various fast-paced, shooting-based minigames. It was designe...

Tokimeki Memorial 2 is a PlayStation dating simulation developed by Konami in 1999. It builds upon the original’s character management mechanics, offering players an expanded roster of over ten romanceable girls to pursue. The game focuses on nurturing relationships through careful attention to indi...

Ace Combat 2 is a 1997 PlayStation game offering intense military combat simulation. Players control one of twenty-four fighter aircraft through thirty missions focused on defending strategic locations against opposing forces. The game’s realistic flight mechanics and dramatic storyline were notable...