Driver 2: Back on the Streets

What is Driver 2: Back on the Streets?

Driver 2: Back on the Streets is a high-octane driving action game that puts you behind the wheel as undercover cop Tanner. Set across four massive open-world cities including Chicago, Havana, Rio de Janeiro, and Las Vegas, you'll chase criminals, evade police, and complete dangerous missions in a gritty crime thriller narrative. This PlayStation classic builds on its predecessor with improved physics, the ability to exit vehicles, and cinematic car chases that defined the genre.

Game Features

• Massive Open Worlds: Explore four distinct cities with day/night cycles and dynamic traffic
• Cinematic Car Chases: Execute thrilling maneuvers like 180-degree handbrake turns and jumps
• On-Foot Gameplay: Exit vehicles for the first time in the series to steal cars or continue pursuits
• Story-Driven Missions: 30+ missions including bank heists, convoy attacks, and undercover operations
• Multiplayer Modes: Challenge friends in split-screen head-to-head races and chase modes
• Vehicle Variety: Drive over 30 licensed cars, trucks, and police vehicles with unique handling
• Wanted System: Dynamic police response escalates from patrol cars to SWAT teams based on your crimes

How to Play Driver 2: Back on the Streets?

1. Basic Controls:

   • Steer: Left/Right Arrow Keys or D-Pad
   • Accelerate: Up Arrow or X Button (PlayStation) / Z Key (Keyboard)
   • Brake/Reverse: Down Arrow or Square Button (PlayStation) / X Key (Keyboard)
   • Handbrake: Circle Button (PlayStation) / A Key (Keyboard)
   • Camera View: Triangle Button (PlayStation) / S Key (Keyboard)

2. Advanced Maneuvers:

   • Perform a 180° turn by braking + handbrake while steering
   • Ram vehicles by accelerating into them at high speed
   • Exit your car by pressing R1 (PlayStation) / Q Key when stationary

3. Mission Structure:

   • Navigate to flashing markers on the map to start story missions
   • Complete objectives like "Damage the target vehicle" or "Lose police pursuit"
   • Avoid destroying your car or getting arrested to progress

4. Wanted Level Management:

   • Hide in alleys to reduce police attention
   • Switch vehicles to evade pursuing cops
   • Destroy police vehicles to temporarily clear your path

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if my car gets totaled?
Your mission fails if Tanner's vehicle is destroyed, but you can restart from checkpoints. In free roam, you'll respawn with a new car after a short delay.

Can I play without following the story?
Absolutely! The game features a "Take a Ride" free roam mode where you can explore cities, cause chaos, or find hidden jumps without mission constraints.

Why do police chase me during missions?
Police respond to traffic violations, collisions with civilians, or criminal acts. Your wanted level (displayed by stars) increases with each offense, triggering more aggressive pursuit tactics.