

As valid as these criticisms are, they are not that relevant in this day and age, particularly for PS Plus Premium subscribers. Consequently, this release can feel like a glorified expansion rather than a proper sequel. That's not to say Ridge Racer 2 has nothing new to offer, just that the additions come in the form of tracks rather than mechanics.

RELATED: Best PS5 Games On PlayStation Plus Premium & Extra The 2006 sequel is not quite as decorated, but that primarily comes down to a lack of notable additions and improvements rather than a decline in quality. The PSP kept up this trend with Ridge Racer, which is still among the highest-rated games on the console. The franchise's games often acted as showcases of a console's hardware, all the while being very good arcade racers in their own right. Up until the PS3 era, Ridge Racer was a staple of Sony's PlayStation launch lineups.
