ESEscapist Magazine
The world’s crying out for a game that’s actually fun to play – SSX was the PS2 launch game that made snowboarding feel like the future that never arrived
The original SSX on PlayStation 2 is celebrated as a groundbreaking launch title that perfectly blended technology, design, and timing to create a uniquely fun snowboarding experience. Its innovative mechanics, such as the boost meter fueled by tricks, and its dynamic soundtrack set it apart, establishing the EA Sports BIG brand and influencing subsequent titles like SSX Tricky and SSX 3.