Product Overview
- Product Name: Call of Duty 2: Big Red One
- 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
Call of Duty 2: Big Red One puts players in the boots of the legendary U.S. Army 1st Infantry Division—the “Big Red One”—in one of the most cinematic World War II experiences ever released on the PlayStation 2. Developed by Treyarch and published by Activision in 2005, the game tells the story of a single unit from North Africa to the heart of Europe, capturing the grit, camaraderie, and relentless pace of WWII combat. Instead of jumping between multiple perspectives, players follow one squad across the entire campaign, forging a deeper connection with its characters and their journey.
Built on the momentum of the original Call of Duty series, Big Red One adapts the franchise’s hallmark cinematic intensity for sixth-generation consoles. Explosive set pieces, vehicle segments, and atmospheric missions showcase the chaos of war with an emphasis on squad tactics and battlefield immersion. The game’s carefully scripted action sequences, combined with relentless firefights, make every level feel like a scene straight from a Hollywood war epic.
With its engaging story-driven approach, powerful presentation, and authentic WWII setting, Big Red One earned a reputation as one of the strongest console-exclusive Call of Duty experiences. For collectors and fans of the series, it represents a key moment in the franchise’s history—when the series expanded beyond PC into tailored experiences for console players while maintaining its trademark cinematic flair.
Gameplay Features
- Fight as a member of the 1st Infantry Division across North Africa, Italy, and Western Europe
- Story-driven campaign follows one squad for a more personal narrative
- Intense first-person combat featuring rifles, machine guns, grenades, and mounted weapons
- Scripted set pieces and cinematic moments heighten the intensity of battle
- Vehicle-based missions including tank and mounted gun sequences
- A PlayStation 2-exclusive entry that stands apart from the PC version of Call of Duty 2
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Unlike the PC version of Call of Duty 2, Big Red One was designed specifically for consoles by Treyarch, the studio that would later become a central developer of the franchise. Its unique focus on the 1st Infantry Division provided a more character-driven experience, setting it apart from the multiple-perspective campaigns of earlier entries.
The game’s voice cast featured several actors from the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers, further enhancing its cinematic authenticity. Today, Call of Duty 2: Big Red One is remembered as a standout WWII shooter on the PS2 and a significant milestone in the evolution of the Call of Duty brand on consoles.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Shooter
- Year Released: 2005
- Publisher: Activision
- Developer: Treyarch
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 047875810211
- SKU: 5049
- 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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