Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is a 2004 PS2 game of the year set in the early 90s. The protagonist, Carl Johnson, returns to his hometown of Los Santos after five years away and finds it rife with gang violence, drugs, and corruption. He soon discovers that he has been framed for homicide by corrupt cops and must embark on a journey across all of San Andreas to save his family and take back control of the city streets. Along the way he will face many challenges as well as gain allies who can help him in his mission.

Grand Theft Auto: Vice City is a classic open world action-adventure game set in the fictional city of Vice City, inspired by Miami in the 1980s. Players take on the role of Tommy Vercetti, who has just been released from prison and sent to this new town by his old boss Sonny Forelli. Unfortunately for Tommy he arrives to find himself without any money or merchandise and with everyone from biker gangs to corrupt politicians wanting him dead. It's up to him then to fight back and take control of Vice City himself. The game offers plenty of vehicular options such as high performance cars, motorbikes, powerboats and golf buggies - plus helicopter trips so you can enjoy the sights from above! With its great story line and intense action sequences, it comes as no surprise that Grand Theft Auto: Vice City was named Metacritic's 2002 PS2 Game of the Year.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Blacklist is an action-adventure stealth video game in which the player takes control of Sam Fisher, leader of a newly formed 4th Echelon unit. The team must put a stop to the Blacklist countdown before it reaches zero, as they hunt down terrorists from a syndicate of rogue nations who have initiated terror protocol designated as the Blacklist. This involves foiling their escalating terrorist attacks on American interests across two thirds of countries around the world.

Max Payne 3 is a critically acclaimed video game that follows its titular character through an expansive single-player campaign. It also introduces the first thorough multiplayer experience in the series. This unique twist dynamically alters maps and mode progression for all players in a match, with traditional multiplayer modes included. Additionally, Max Payne 3 has a deep reward and leveling system, persistent clans, and strategic load-out options to make it even more enjoyable.