Official UK PlayStation Magazine Issue 60 With Demo (SCED‑02634) – July 2000

Includes Original Euro Demo 60 (Disc 42 / Volume 2)

Official UK PlayStation Magazine Issue 60 was published by Future Publishing in July 2000, and is instantly recognisable thanks to its iconic Yoji Shinkawa illustration of Solid Snake from Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. This preserved copy includes the original Euro Demo 60 (SCED‑02634).

Magazine Highlights – Issue 60

• Cover Feature – Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty (World Exclusive) A major world‑exclusive preview of Metal Gear Solid 2, showcasing:

  • Early PS2 gameplay impressions

  • Story direction and cinematic ambitions

  • Shinkawa’s signature brush‑stroke artwork

  • Kojima’s stealth‑action innovations for next‑gen hardware This issue became one of the most sought‑after OPM releases of the PS2 hype era.

• PlayStation 2 UK Launch Announcement Headlines confirm PS2 arriving in the UK that October, with expanded coverage inside:

  • Hardware breakdown

  • Launch‑window titles

  • Developer interviews

  • Early retail expectations

• Vagrant Story – Feature Article A deep dive into Vagrant Story, exploring its unique weapon‑crafting system, dungeon design, and narrative style.

• Tomorrow’s World – Next‑Gen Previews Early looks at:

  • Gran Turismo 2000 (prototype of GT3: A‑Spec)

  • Starfighter 3000

  • Unreal Tournament console developments

• Additional Features & Coverage:

  • Medal of Honor 2

  • 007 Racing

  • Oddworld updates

  • Star Trek: Invasion

  • Alien Resurrection

  • Syphon Filter 2 maps

  • LMA Manager 2

  • Competition: Win a coin‑op arcade machine!

  • Editorial extras, import previews, and PS2 transition commentary

• Original UK Price: £4.99

Included Demo Disc – Euro Demo 60 (SCED‑02634)

Demo Disc Included — Complete and Original Disc Code: SCED‑02634 — CD 42 / Vol. 2

This disc is remembered for its varied lineup of racing, action, and sci‑fi titles — and for spotlighting Colin McRae Rally 2.0, N‑Gen Racing, and Star Wars: Jedi Power Battles on the jewel‑case artwork.

🎮 Playable Demos

• Colin McRae Rally 2.0

• N‑Gen Racing

• Star Wars Episode I: Jedi Power Battles

📺 Promo Insert Cards

The bundle includes vintage promotional literature, including the reflective card reading: “A place where you can get lost another time.” These inserts were often used to tease upcoming PS2‑era cinematic titles.

Historical Context

Issue 60 captures a defining moment in summer 2000 PlayStation culture:

• Metal Gear Solid 2 was the most anticipated PS2 title of the year, and OPM’s world‑exclusive preview made this issue legendary among collectors.

• The PS2 UK launch announcement marked the beginning of a generational shift, with readers hungry for next‑gen details.

• Colin McRae Rally 2.0, N‑Gen Racing, and Jedi Power Battles showcased the PS1’s late‑generation strengths.

• The magazine’s blend of stealth‑action hype, racing previews, sci‑fi coverage, and PS2 launch excitement makes Issue 60 one of the most iconic OPM releases ever printed.

Issue 60 stands as a milestone in PlayStation history — a perfect fusion of PS1 nostalgia and PS2 anticipation.

Availability Notice

We have every magazine and every demo disc from Issue 1 through Issue 66 available for purchase. These will be listed for sale individually over the coming days and weeks. This note is only to inform buyers of upcoming availability — it does not imply that Issues 1–66 are included with this specific listing.