Mercenaries 2: World in Flames, for the Sony PlayStation 2, is an action-adventure third-person shooter set in a war-torn Venezuela. Players take on the role of a mercenary, seeking revenge and profit in a vast open-world environment. With a focus on explosive gameplay and freedom of choice, players can work for different factions, commandeer a wide array of vehicles, and use a diverse arsenal to complete missions. The game allows for chaotic destruction and supports a mix of gunfights, tactical strikes, and guerrilla warfare. Its genre blends shooting mechanics with a sandbox experience.