Saints Row 2

What does randomization do to this game?

Respect to start missions alongside the unlocks to activities, collectibles and diversions have been randomized.

What is the goal?

The goal is to complete all gang arcs you have enabled in your options.

What is a "check" in Saints Row 2?

Missions, activity levels, Chop Shop vehicles, Hitman targets, CDs, Tags, Stunt Jumps.

What "items" can you unlock in Saints Row 2?

Respect and activity/collectible/diversion unlocks are your main progression items. Other items are vehicles and weapons, alongside pure filler like clothes and money.