Cabela’s Big Game Hunter (PlayStation 2, 2002) is basically the original “dad flex” game. Before Fortnite kids were flossing, hunters were popping in this disc, grabbing a digital rifle, and chasing down deer, elk, and even bears like it was Saturday morning cartoon season—but with camo.

This isn’t just point-and-shoot arcade nonsense. You’re tracking, stalking, and lining up that perfect shot while keeping an eye on the wind and terrain. Think more strategy, less spray-and-pray. And yeah, the animals actually fight back sometimes, so you better not whiff that trigger pull unless you enjoy getting mauled in glorious PS2 graphics.

1. Stalk a wide range of animals across different regions and hunting grounds.
2. Use authentic gear—rifles, scopes, and other tools of the hunt.
3. Experience realistic hunting mechanics for the era—patience and precision actually matter.

Developed by Fun Labs and published by Activision, Cabela’s Big Game Hunter was one of those “only on PS2” moments where hunting games felt like a legit genre. Looking for retro games that bring back the thrill of the hunt? Buy retro games on Retro Games eXchange and take aim at a piece of PS2 history.