Platinum: Black

Black is a first-person shooter for the PlayStation 2 developed by Criterion Games and published by EA, known for its intense action and cinematic gunplay. Released in 2006, Black stood out at the time for its realistic weapon design, destructible environments, and stylish presentation that mimicked the feel of a blockbuster action movie. Players take on the role of Sergeant Jack Kellar, a black ops soldier recounting a covert mission to stop a terrorist group known as Seventh Wave. The game’s standout feature is its focus on "gun porn"—every weapon feels powerful, sounds thunderous, and leaves a dramatic impact on the environment. While it lacks multiplayer and has a relatively short campaign, Black gained a cult following for its visuals, sound design, and explosive gameplay, pushing the PS2 hardware to its limits and leaving a lasting impression on the shooter genre.