Recommended multi-player console games

[Pompey]

As Christmas is approaching it's a time for sitting about getting drunk and playing video games.

What are the best multi-player games about? (Mainly PS2 games needed, although X-box and gamecube ones considered)

At the mo we mainly end up playing Pro-evo 4 [football game (Soccer)] and a bit of virtua tennis 2 - and maybe Mario Kart or even Goldeneye/Perfect Dark if we're feeling a bit retro/sentimental.

I'm guessing there are many quality games about that I've never played - anything that has 4-6 player action needed. Also games that females can play would be useful, they don't always appreciate watching a 4 hour footy tournament.

Cheers