Evolution Worlds

 GameCube
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Dec 2, 2002
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
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  1. Nintendo Power
    86
    It's a lot of fun but somewhat repetitive. [Nov 2002, p.220]
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  2. GameZone
    83
    If you need a good RPG to help you appease your appetite from the lack of them on the GameCube this is the best there is out there right now.
  3. Gamers' Temple
    76
    Veterans of the genre will probably find it limited and simplistic.
  5. Nintendojo
    70
    An excellent compilation of two good Dreamcast RPGs which didn’t get as much recognition as they should have received.
  6. Game Informer
    70
    Probably a great game to give someone who isn't really familiar with the genre. [Dec 2002, p.130]
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  7. GamerWeb Nintendo
    70
    A sloppy port of two games that weren't that great to begin with. However, for those unfamiliar with the originals it's a solid, but limited, RPG experience.
  8. GameSpot
    65
    It can make for a decent though relatively brief diversion for GameCube owners really hurting for an RPG, and its lighthearted style makes it suitable for Pokémon fans.
  9. Nintendophiles
    65
    It has some solid aspects, but tedium just overcomes whatever satisfaction I could have garnered.
  10. Game Over Online
    61
    Though it may have been a good game for its time (that could be argued too), Evolution Worlds should have been put down along with the Dreamcast.
  11. NintendoWorldReport
    60
    The problems with Evolution are many, but in the end it still tells a cute story featuring charming characters.
  12. GameSpy
    58
    The game uses plot as an afterthought and focuses instead on a woefully undeveloped combat system and skill tree (or pole, as it happens to be).
  13. IGN
    50
    As RPGs go, Evolution Worlds just about flatlines somewhere in the middle.
  14. Gamer's Pulse
    50
    A decent RPG for the young crowd, so if you own a Gamecube and want to introduce your little ones to the role playing genre, its a good place to start.
  15. netjak
    50
    For RPG purists, Evolution can barely break the mold of mediocre. Small frustrations end up being large problems. Issues like endless dungeons, no exploration and mind-numbing stories quickly become an anathema.
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  16. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    40
    Expect a stale, low-tech dungeon crawl that feels like it fell out of 1999. [Feb 2003, p.144]
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  17. GamePro
    80
    Lengthy and well crafted.
  18. G4 TV
    60
    Even the graphics have remained relatively the same as the Dreamcast version.
  19. Play Magazine
    50
    Repetitive dungeon schemes and three-year-old technology. [Dec 2002, p.86]
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  20. Yahoo!
    40
    Worlds' unappealing characters, boring gameplay and woeful presentation make it one that probably even the hardcore should skip.
  21. Game Revolution
    58
    Though Evolution Worlds' tale of Mag and friends can't compete with a more mature RPG, the lighthearted, tongue-in-cheek story and straightforward gameplay can be appreciated for its easy, pick-up-and-play value.

Awards & Rankings

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#93 Best GameCube Game of 2002
38
#38 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
28
#28 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 13 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. shootingstars99
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    Really creative and fun RPG, my favorite on the Gamecube in fact, if not of all time. The characters are so memorable, and the story isReally creative and fun RPG, my favorite on the Gamecube in fact, if not of all time. The characters are so memorable, and the story is hooking and compelling without overstaying it's welcome and dragging on. There is just so much to enjoy with this game. Every character is fully voice acted (in the early 2000's mind you), there is an item crafting system in combine that is great for inventory management, the cyframes are all super unique, all combined with an unforgettable story!

    I have fond memories from 16 years ago playing this game, and have beaten it multiple times. One of the best, most creative RPGs of all time!    … Full Review »
  2. LordAthmos
    May 3, 2017
    8
    One of the games of my childhood, hours and hours of fun, maybe the graphics are lame, but its really funny, really cool characters, goodOne of the games of my childhood, hours and hours of fun, maybe the graphics are lame, but its really funny, really cool characters, good battle system, highly recommended… Full Review »
  3. JeffreyC.
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    Perfect game! Love graphics and characters. Amazing.
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