PS2 Canis Canem Edit The Bully

In 2006, the PlayStation 2 launched with a title that became one of the most controversial and talked-about games of its time. Canis Canem Edit, also known as Bully, developed by Rockstar Vancouver and published by Rockstar Games, brought players an original school adventure full of intrigue and humour.

Canis Canem Edit takes place in a school setting at Bullworth Academy, a boarding school for troubled students. The player takes on the role of a fifteen-year-old boy named Jimmy Hopkins, who must deal with the various problems and challenges that the school environment presents.

The game offers an open world in which the player can explore the school grounds and its surroundings. The main objective is to progress through the story and complete various missions and tasks, which often involve interacting with other students. The player can engage in various activities such as martial arts, feigning illness, persuasion, collecting balls or participating in various school competitions.

One of the key elements of the game is interaction with other characters. The player can establish friendships with certain students, but also get into conflict with others. Relationships with characters affect the game experience and can influence the course of the story.

Canis Canem Edit is known for its unique humor and satirical take on the school environment. The game attempts to portray the various stereotypes and problems that students may face, and offers players the opportunity to work through and overcome them within the story.

The game's graphics are typical of the PlayStation 2 game console, with colourful and detailed environments and characters. Sound effects and music contribute to the atmosphere of the school environment and add to the vibrancy of the game.

Canis Canem Edit (Bully) has become a cult title that has attracted much attention and controversy. The game has been the subject of controversy due to its school setting and bullying themes. Some critics and parents have expressed concerns that the game may encourage negative behavior and aggression in schools. However, Rockstar Games claimed that the game had a comedic and satirical tone and that its intention was more to show the absurdity of the school environment.