Eight Overlooked PS2 Titles That Deserve Modern Remakes
The article ranks eight PlayStation 2 games that have been largely forgotten but could work well as modern remakes. It points to the current remake trend and cites titles such as Fatal Frame and Primal as strong candidates. The list argues these games could reach new audiences while giving longtime fans updated versions.
The article situates its list in the current remake trend, pointing to updated versions of Resident Evil 4, Silent Hill 2, and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. It contends that PS2-era games are frequently passed over, despite deserving comparable treatment, and highlights Fatal Frame and Primal.
Fatal Frame launched in 2001 and follows Miku Hinasaki through Himuro Mansion, where the Camera Obscura is used against ghosts and for puzzles. Crimson Butterfly, the sequel, was remade in March 2026 and praised for visuals and audio. Resident Evil Outbreak is described as Capcom’s most ambitious Resident Evil effort, while Resident Evil 4 is cited as the generation’s best-selling remake, with $560M in gross revenue.
A renewed spotlight on overlooked PS2 titles could affect longtime fans, newer players, and game-preservation advocates by making older works more visible and accessible. If remakes materialize, studios and rights holders may find commercial opportunities, while audiences could gain updated entry points. Yet remake cycles may also influence which games are remembered, potentially drawing attention away from originals.