Catwoman

 GameCube
Metascore
47

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 24
  3. Negative: 12 out of 24
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  1. Play Magazine
    67
    Perhaps more than any previous movie game, Catwoman is actually challenging on a platforming level - sort of like "Prince of Persia" without the rewind. If you like a challenging platformer give Patience a chance. [Sept 2004, p.73]
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  2. Inside Gamer Online
    66
    It has some solid gameplay concepts, looks good, and does some nice things with its source material. Too bad that the stubborn camera and unwieldy controls, along with its mediocre storytelling, ensure that we never get to see the gem that shines just underneath.
  3. GameSpot
    63
    Attempts to deliver some "Prince of Persia"-like acrobatics, but its sharp graphics are offset by bad control, weak voice work, and shoddy gameplay.
  5. Nintendojo
    60
    When it all comes down to it, only HUGE fans of the Halle Berry film should pick this up.
  6. Worth Playing
    60
    The combat system is extremely unintuitive and, like the rest of the game, sacrifices most of the actual gameplay for cinematic moments.
  7. Game Over Online
    58
    Some of the obstacles require some moves to be performed in combination. It may look easy in the movie but it's God-awful difficult in this game because of the controls, which tend never to do what you want it to do.
  8. GameCube Europe
    57
    The problems are just too numerous to mention ranging from clumsy controls to frustrating camera angles and that's before you even get to the rather weak AI of almost anyone you decide to battle with.
  9. Nintendo Power
    54
    If you hold on, though, the rewards are great animation, satisfying puzzles and a lot of fun Catwoman sass. [Oct 2004, p.124]
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  10. GameZone
    50
    Catwoman's lack of challenge is disappointing, but its confusion is what covers the game in darkness. Not knowing where to go next is awful.
  11. Cincinnati Enquirer
    50
    While new enemies and missions are introduced over time, the game's story never really builds into anything, so it gives you -- the player -- little incentive to finish the adventure.
  12. Next Level Gaming
    50
    The controls remind me of what "Tomb Raider" would be if it were strung out on crack. I think I can honestly say that I hate the controls in this game.

Awards & Rankings

77
#77 Best GameCube Game of 2004
55
#55 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2004
22
#22 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2004

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User Score
4.9

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 5 out of 11
  1. Jooyoung
    May 14, 2023
    1
    This game is sucks.
    The repetitive progress of the game bores me
    You Don't play this game
  2. nine3cubed
    Aug 2, 2021
    1
    Catwoman (Theatrical release 2004) was launched on the Gamecube right as jiggle physics were starting to become a very popular physicsCatwoman (Theatrical release 2004) was launched on the Gamecube right as jiggle physics were starting to become a very popular physics feature. With the launch of the movie, starring Halle Berry, and the increasing popularity of jiggle physics it seemed like Argonaut Games had a recipe for success and they wouldn't even have to try. Unfortunately they completely **** it up and it ended up being the last game they developed. There are a few major reasons behind the lack of success around the game, but let's focus on the main reason: **** don't jiggle. I can forgive poor controls as long as **** rock back and forth as i clumsily try to navigate the horrendous layouts of the levels with the piss-poor controls. HOWEVER they decided to make Halle's character a giant bag of condensed sand that has no jiggle whatsoever. HOW ARE YOU GOING TO HAVE A SEX ICON IN A GAME AND MAKE HER AS ATTRACTIVE AS A BAG OF SMASHED **** THIS IS WHY YOU NO LONGER MAKE GAMES, ARGONAUT GAMES. BECAUSE YOU RUINED HALLE BERRY. HOW DARE YOU. WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE? WHO ARE YOU TO RUIN SUCH A GODDESS? MY RAGE KNOWS NO BOUNDS ON THIS ISSUE.… Full Review »
  3. GamecubeLover
    Jul 26, 2016
    6
    Well the game doesn't has a good plot and based off a HORRIBLE movie. This game does hold some decent mechanics to offer. In metascore I wouldWell the game doesn't has a good plot and based off a HORRIBLE movie. This game does hold some decent mechanics to offer. In metascore I would give this a 61.… Full Review »
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