🕹️ The history of the PlayStation 2: the console that conquered the world

The PlayStation 2 , or simply PS2 , wasn't just a console. It was a global phenomenon that changed the world of gaming forever .

At MartZ Gaming, we tell you why this gem continues to be loved, sought after, and collected more than 20 years after its release.

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🎬 The beginning of a golden age

The PS2 was launched by Sony in 2000 , and from day one it revolutionized the market .
With an elegant design, brutal graphics power for its time and the ability to play DVDs , it was much more than a console: it was also a multimedia center.

Plus, it was backwards compatible with the PS1, making it even more compelling.

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🎮 Games that made history

The PS2 had one of the largest and most varied catalogs in history, with over 4,000 titles .
Some of the most unforgettable:

• Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas

• God of War

• Metal Gear Solid 3

• Shadow of the Colossus

• Final Fantasy X

• Need for Speed ​​Underground 2

• Kingdom Hearts

• Resident Evil 4

And of course… many games of Dragon Ball Z , Pro Evolution Soccer and Naruto that defined entire afternoons.

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💡 Did you know that…?

• The PS2 sold over 155 million units , making it the best-selling console of all time.

• Some games like Rule of Rose or Kuon are worth more than €300 on the collector's market today.

• Its production lasted 13 years! It was still being manufactured in Japan until 2013.

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💰 PS2 in 2025: nostalgia that counts

Today, the PlayStation 2 is one of the most sought-after retro consoles.
Its value depends on the model, condition, cables, controls and whether it comes in the original box.

💬 At MartZ Gaming :

• We buy PS2 consoles in good condition

• We sell revised and functional models

• We advise you to know if your console is original

👉 Visit us at MartZ Gaming and relive the golden age of gaming