1999's Ape Escape was the first PlayStation game not only to support, but to require, the use of the Dual Shock controller -- and Sony CEI (Sony Japan) designed an inspired action/platformer around the inherent possibilities of manipulating two thumbsticks at once. Then there was 2001's PS2 semi-sequel, which never came to the States most likely because of its disturbing gameplay, in which the goal wasn't to capture hundreds of monkeys as in the original, but to use a high-powered vacuum to suck the soiled shorts off their hairy little bodies. Even for Japan, the birthplace of animation in which otherworldly demons apply "bad touches" to schoolgirls, this was rather disturbing. Read More »
Ape Escape was originally a showcase for the PSOne's Dual Shock controller and taught players a great new way to control their games. All gimmicks aside, though, Ape Escape was first-and-foremost a great platformer, eschewing memorable characters for great gameplay. While the Dual Shock's novelty may have faded over the last five years, Ape Escape's play mechanics still hold up today. Even though the first game achieved "Greatest Hits" status, Sony of America passed on the sequel for reasons unknown. Fortunately, for platformer fans, Ubi Soft has recovered Sony's fumble and will release Ape Escape 2 in the U.S. this July. Read More »
Also known as: Sarugetchu 2, Sarugechu 2, Ape Escape 2
Release Region: Japan
Release Date: Released
Publisher: Ubisoft
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