PlayStation 2 Game Metadata
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A collection of detailed information pertaining to PlayStation 2 games. This console, released by Sony Computer Entertainment in 2000, is recognised as one of the most popular game consoles in history. The data provides essential metadata for game titles, including the original release date and the responsible developer and publisher. The data also specifies whether the title was released in key global regions. Minor modifications were made to certain game names (such as "Chanter♯: Kimi no Uta ga Todoitara" being changed to "Chanter Sharp: Kimi no Uta ga Todoitara") to prevent technical reading errors.
Columns
- Title: The game title, provided in English.
- Developer: The name of the studio or entity which developed the game.
- Publisher: The name of the entity which released the game.
- First released: The date when the game was released for the first time.
- JP: Indicates the release status in Japan (or Korea). Values are 'Released' or 'Unreleased'.
- EU/PAL: Indicates the release status in EU (or Australia). Values are 'Released' or 'Unreleased'.
- NA: Indicates the release status in North America. Values are 'Released' or 'Unreleased'.
Distribution
The data is contained within two separate CSV files. The structure consists of 7 descriptive columns and an estimated 2033 valid records. Statistical observation shows high diversity in titles (2026 unique titles) and 636 unique developers, with Konami being the most frequently cited developer and publisher. Regarding regional availability, 66% of titles were released in the JP region, 49% in the EU/PAL region, and 39% in the NA region. The usability rating is 10.00.
Usage
This collection is suitable for historical analysis of video game market saturation, tracking the product catalogue of the PlayStation 2 console, evaluating regional market differences, and investigating the activity of specific developers and publishers during this era.
Coverage
This resource focuses entirely on games associated with the PlayStation 2 console, which debuted in 2000. Coverage includes details on the initial release date and specific availability across three primary markets: Japan/Korea, EU/PAL/Australia, and North America. The expected frequency of updates for this data product is 'Never'.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Data scientists and researchers focused on popular culture, video game historians seeking verifiable release information, market analysts interested in generational console performance, and enthusiasts looking to explore the full library of the PS2 system.
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- PlayStation 2 Game Metadata
- Global PS2 Release Status
- PS2 Video Game Catalogue
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