Destroy All Humans! (THQ) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Damn near essential. With sharp humour and great design, this is the perfect antidote to a world of gritty shooters.

Killer 7 (Capcom) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

One of the most ambitious games on PS2. It's unusual, but totally original and beautifully designed. Completely unforgettable.

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge Of The Sith (Lucasarts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Seeing the film's iconic characters batter each other ineffectually is just plain wrong... Goes into our "bad Star Wars games" pile, the top of which now teeters near the ceiling.

Cricket 2005 (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Cricket 2005 is not for casual, half hour sessions. It's also sodding difficult. But persevere and you'll find it's a well judged simulation.

Dead To Rights II (namco) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

An unpretentious and fun shooter that ultimately becomes a bit tedious because of its relentless shoot-shoot-shoot gameplay.

Delta Force: Black Hawk Down (Novalogic) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Black Hawk Down does nothing new, but does it well and with an eye firmly fixed on playability. Undemanding, but totally enjoyable fragging fun.

Animaniacs: The Great Edgar Hunt (Ignition Entertainment) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Don't be fooled by the child-friendly colours, this is a lazy platformer that is unlikely to win over even the youngest of gamers.

Motocross Mania 3 (2K Games) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Not likely to break into your top ten, but the visuals, driving and weapons make this a budget game that's value for money.

7 Sins (Monte Cristo Multimedia) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

The 7 Sins box claims "Being bad is the new being good"... If so, then this is one of the best PS2 games ever. That's how bad it is!

SCAR: Squadra Corse Alfa Romeo (Black Bean Games) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Full marks for innovation, but SCAR doesn't even come close to challenging PS2's top racers.

Gungrave Overdose (Play-It) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

An action-packed shooter that's really just a bullet-ridden one-trick pony. It does, however, do that one trick quite well.

Project Minerva Professional (Midas) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

We won't say "We've played this so you don't have to." Nobody should have to play this.

Tekken 5 (namco) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

The Tekken series soars again by returning to the formula that triumphed back in the day.