TimeSplitters 2

Game Overview

In TimeSplitters 2, the heroic space marine Cortez embarks on a mission across human history to track down the TimeSplitters—an evil alien race attempting to destroy humanity by harvesting Time Crystals across different eras. Players jump between dynamic historic, modern, and futuristic periods, taking control of native disguises in each timeline. From 1920s Chicago gangster streets and World War II military dams to 1990s Siberian military bases and 24th-century cyberpunk cities, each chapter features distinct period-accurate weaponry, objectives, and enemies. Beyond its campaign, TimeSplitters 2 shines in local multiplayer: supporting up to four players in local split-screen across dozens of customizable game modes (such as Deathmatch, Capture the Bag, Virus, and Flame Tag), backed by over 100 playable characters and a fully feature-rich MapMaker map editor.

Quick Specifications

• Platform: Nintendo GameCube

• Developer: Free Radical Design

• Publisher: Eidos Interactive

• Release Date: October 16, 2002 (North America)

• Genre: First-Person Shooter (FPS)

• Players: 1–4 Players (Local Co-op Campaign & Multiplayer)

• ESRB Rating: T (Teen)

Key Features

• Time-Bending Campaign: Travel across nine distinct historic and futuristic time periods ranging from 1895 Wild West towns to 2315 Neo-Tokyo.

• 4-Player Local Split-Screen Chaos: Battle with or against friends in extensive multiplayer modes featuring customizable rules, weapon sets, and AI bot integration.

• Over 100 Playable Characters: Unlock a massive, eccentric cast of characters—including monkeys, robots, gangsters, ducks, and undead monstrosities.

• Built-in MapMaker Editor: Design, save, and play custom FPS maps complete with custom tile layouts, spawn points, lights, weapons, and objectives.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Can the main story campaign be played in 2-player cooperative mode?

Yes! TimeSplitters 2 features full 2-player local split-screen cooperative support for its entire single-player campaign, allowing two players to tackle story objectives together.

How does the MapMaker level editor work?

The MapMaker allows players to build custom multiplayer or single-player levels using a grid layout system. You can connect rooms, corridors, and multi-story structures, then customize lighting, enemy spawns, item locations, and win conditions before playing them with friends.

Is there a LAN or System Link feature on GameCube?

Yes! The GameCube version supports LAN multiplayer using GameCube Broadband Adapters, enabling up to 16 players across linked GameCube setups across multiple monitors.

What are Challenge Mode and Arcade League?

• Arcade League: A series of preset bot battles with specific conditions that award bronze, silver, or gold trophies to unlock characters and cheats.

• Challenge Mode: A set of hilarious and tough minigames—such as throwing bricks through windows, decapitating zombies, or playing as a monkey collecting bananas under time pressure.