Best PS2 Military Games of 2025

Battlefield 2 Modern Combat for PlayStation 2 is an action-packed game that allows you to play online with up to 64 players on the PC. The game has a new and advanced gameplay engine that brings the massive locations to life with realistic physics and dynamic lighting. The maps scale to the number of players, providing a unique and enthralling experience every time. You can take control of over 30 land, sea, and air vehicles, including tanks, helicopters, hovercraft, fast attack vehicles, and fighter jets. Additionally, you can choose to battle as U.S., Chinese, or Middle East Coalition troops, each with their unique arsenals.

EA's Rising Sun is a PS2 game that puts you in the shoes of Corporal Joseph Griffin, fighting the Japanese expansion in the Pacific Theatre. You will lead your soldiers through five epic missions across the Pacific Islands, including Pearl Harbor and Guadalcanal. With ten massive gameplay levels and twenty authentic WWII weapons, you will experience lifelike combat. The open-ended gameplay allows you to try multiple approaches against the enemy, and you can choose to go alone or work with a military squad. The all-new reward system, unlockable features, and weather effects make the gameplay more immersive.

SOCOM 3 - PlayStation offers an exciting experience with new missions set in diverse locations like Morocco, Poland, and Bangladesh. You can choose from 31 realistic weapons and 21 attachments, allowing for nearly 1,000 unique weapon combinations tailored to your combat style. The game also features Team Command Actions, making it easy to direct your fireteam with just a single button press. With advanced AI, your teammates will effectively use cover and execute smart strategies during intense urban firefights, enhancing your overall gameplay experience.

Medal of Honor Frontline is a WWII action game that takes you behind enemy lines as Lieutenant Jimmy Patterson. Your mission is to steal the HO-IX flying wing, an experimental Nazi weapon that could turn the tide of World War II. The game features 20 levels of gameplay spread across six major missions, all based on real World War II events. You can choose from over 20 authentic WWII weapons, including the Colt .45, Springfield Sniper Rifle, Panzerschreck rocket launcher, MG42 mounted machine gun, and Browning automatic. The game also includes detailed German, British, and American troops, as well as Dutch civilians, all with full facial expressions and lip synch.