Playstation 2 Network Gaming
Introduction
It's one small step for PlayStation 2, one giant leap for gamers across Europe. It's time to join the online revolution! You can connect your PlayStation 2 up to a broadband connection and become part of a thriving and friendly community of gamers. Network gaming can totally change the way you play games, allowing you to share incredible gaming experiences with other players, at any time.
For more information please visit the offical PS2 website http://uk.playstation.com
With PS2 network gaming you can:
Play like-minded gamers from around the world, 365 days a year
Experience
Experience role playing worlds with thousands of other gamers
Voice Communication
Talk with team mates and taunt your advisories via a USB communicator
Adventure
Take the very best PS2 titles into a whole new online adventure
Connection
Direct Connection
The simplest and fastest way to enjoy online console gaming with Playstation 2 is to create a direct connection between your PS2 and ntl broadband cable modem.
This will allow you to start playing online without having to set-up a home network, or purchase any additional hardware. However you will not be able to use your PC and PS2 at the same time and will have to restart your modem and switch a cable between your PC and PS2 whenever you want to play.
Using a router
If you want to use your PC and PS2 console at the same time you will need a router. Here are some examples of routers available through Shopping.com
Troubleshooting
Please follow these links for information about online console gaming.
How Do I Setup My Home Router?
How do I use Internet Connection Sharing for my console?
How do I use console gaming from a stand alone cable modem?
Sharing an ntl Broadband Connection - more than 1 PC
Adding a new PC, Home Network, or Games Console
Latest Games
The wide variety of cutting edge titles for PS2 makes competing against other network gamers the ultimate thrill.
Whether you’re slipstreaming other real-life drivers around the track in Formula 1: 05 or blasting other gamers in Timesplitters: Future Perfect, it’s all possible with PS2 Network Gaming.
Click here to discover the latest gaming news from the official Playstation 2 Network Gaming website.