Product Overview
- Product Name: Jak 3
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- PS2 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: OEM/Original*
- Extras:
Game Description
Jak 3 is the definitive evolution of Naughty Dog’s acclaimed platforming series, blending cinematic storytelling with explosive action adventure gameplay on the PlayStation 2. Set after the events of Jak II, the story follows Jak, Daxter, and their allies as they are exiled into the Wasteland and caught in the middle of a war threatening Haven City. Combining desert survival, political intrigue, and the return of Dark Eco powers, the game pushes the series into a larger, more dangerous world while retaining its trademark humor and style.
Developed by Naughty Dog and published by SCEA in 2004, Jak 3 refined everything that made its predecessors beloved: fluid platforming, responsive combat, and cinematic presentation. With expanded weapon upgrades, seamless vehicle integration, and a duality between Jak’s Light and Dark Eco abilities, it provided players with unparalleled variety and depth. The game’s massive environments, from the barren Wasteland to the bustling (and war-torn) Haven City, showcased the full capabilities of the PS2 hardware at the height of its power.
Praised for its ambitious scope and emotional storytelling, Jak 3 remains a shining example of how action-adventure games can merge platforming, racing, and narrative into a single polished package. Its combination of thrilling gameplay and heartfelt character development elevated Jak and Daxter into PlayStation icons, securing the series’ place among the most memorable trilogies of the sixth console generation.
Gameplay Features
- Explore expansive environments including the Wasteland, Haven City, and desert outposts
- Harness new Light and Dark Eco powers, adding depth to Jak’s evolving skillset
- Use an arsenal of upgradable weapons with multiple transformation modes
- Drive customizable desert vehicles for high-speed combat and exploration
- Blend platforming, shooting, and racing mechanics seamlessly into one adventure
- Cinematic cutscenes and professional voice acting enhance the game’s immersive narrative
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Jak 3 was the final chapter in the original Jak and Daxter trilogy, released in 2004 to critical acclaim. Built on Naughty Dog’s mastery of the PS2, it pushed the console’s graphical and gameplay capabilities further than ever before. The game received widespread recognition for its blend of genres, with many reviewers praising it as one of the most polished and ambitious exclusives of its time.
Today, Jak 3 is considered not only a high point in the series but also one of the PlayStation 2’s definitive exclusives. Its legacy endures through later HD remasters and its lasting influence on Naughty Dog’s future projects, including Uncharted and The Last of Us. For collectors, owning the PS2 original is like holding a piece of PlayStation history from the golden age of sixth-generation gaming.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Action Adventure
- Year Released: 2004
- Publisher: SCEA
- Developer: Naughty Dog
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 711719733027
- SKU: 5355
- Format: Sony PlayStation 2 (PS2) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 2 console (PS2 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original PS2 cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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