Twisted Metal

Twisted Metal is a series of vehicular combat video games published by Sony Computer Entertainment, and developed by various companies since its inception. The series is the longest-running PlayStation-exclusive franchise, which began on the original PlayStation in 1995, with seven additional games released since then, as well as two spin-off titles. Since the original, the series has appeared on subsequent PlayStation consoles, the PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable, and PlayStation 3. The latest installment released in 2012. As of October 31, 2000 the series has sold 5 million copies. Seven of the games (including Twisted Metal: Black Online) were re-released as part of the Sony Greatest Hits program. The original game and its first sequel were also released on PC.

Overview

In concept, Twisted Metal is a demolition derby that permits the usage of ballistic projectiles, machine guns, mines, and other types of weapons (up to and including satellite-based weapons and nuclear weapons). Players choose a vehicle, and an arena—or a series of arenas in the story mode—to engage in battle with opposing drivers. A variety of weapons and upgrades are obtainable by pick-ups scattered throughout the stage. The last driver alive is the winner.