RAYMAN 2 REVOLUTION (PLAYSTATION 2 PS2)

Rayman 2: The Great Escape is the sequel to Rayman, a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Unlike the previous game, Rayman 2 is entirely in free-roaming 3D environments, similar to Super Mario 64. Rayman has many unique abilities that can help him travel the world. In addition to being able to shoot with his fists, he can use his hair to hover like a helicopter, and even glide on air currents in certain places. He can climb certain walls and ceilings and can even use his fists to swing from special purple Lums that are shaped like rings. Rayman also has many unique items at his disposal, such as powder kegs that can be carried or flown like jets, strange warheads with legs that he can ride and steer like mules, and gigantic plums that can be thrown into the water to create new paths.

Rayman's goal is to find the four masks of the world, which allow the owner to awaken Polokus, the spirit of the world. These masks are scattered far and wide and are well hidden and guarded, so it is not an easy task. By gathering the Yellow Lums, Rayman will gain access to new worlds, which will lead him to the locations of new masks. Collecting Yellow Lums also rewards him with new powers and life meter extensions.

The PlayStation 2 version adds minigames, exclusive items like the Lumz Radar, and more abilities for Rayman to buy and use. Along with some expanded level overhauls with lums placed in different locations, there are three new bosses to face. The Hall of Doors became hub locations, The Minisaurus Plain, Globox's House, and The Rainbow Creek. Bonus Challenges can also be played by releasing Caged Familiar Spirits. These prisoners are exclusive to this version of the game. The game also offers the option of using either real-language or old-version style voiceovers and allows players to save mid-level.