ESPN International Winter Sports 2002 is a dedicated sports video game developed for the Sony Playstation 2 console in the North American region. This specific entry is categorized within the broad Sports genre and is further specialized under the Olympic Games theme. The release was made available for public viewing and download on the website iOctavio.com on the specific date of 2002-11-18. The central premise of the game involves simulating a range of winter athletic competitions that took place during the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Olympics. Players are able to select from numerous disciplines including alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, biathlon, luge, and ice hockey. A key feature of the title is its commitment to realism, incorporating authentic commentary and visual fidelity to match the actual Olympic broadcast style. The game highlights the diversity of the winter sports scene by featuring distinct venues and settings unique to the 2002 host city. Additionally, the interface supports progression through various stages of each sport, allowing for a comprehensive experience of the games. By being listed in the iOctavio database on November 18, 2002, the game became accessible to a wider audience interested in historical sports compilations. This release remains a notable example of how major sporting events were adapted into home entertainment media for the PlayStation 2 generation.