James Bond 007: NightFire

 GameCube
User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 68 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 68
  3. Negative: 2 out of 68
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  1. BrendanO.
    Aug 29, 2004
    10
    Fantastic!!! Smooth! Everything you hope for in a Bond game. It's got everything. A true Masterpiece!
  2. RyanK.
    May 17, 2005
    9
    "NIGHTFIRE" has the 007 formula for action and adventure and especially for the full-throttle car chases, so 007 should be proud since "NIGHTFIRE" was better than "AGENT UNDER FIRE" and by a long shot!!!
  3. DougM.
    Dec 26, 2003
    9
    Greatest bond game ever made! It has very good graphigs and it is greatly entertaining, but it still is too short... if this game would have been longer, i'd given it 10. its so great :)
  4. thejonez
    Jan 1, 2011
    10
    James Bond 007: Nightfire is my absolute favorite Bond game! It has everything and then some! It has awesome guns and gadgets, amazing driving levels, an exciting multiplayer mode, and, best of all, Pierce Brosnan as James Bond. The only three negative things about it are the following: it was hard to aim at the guys; but a after while you got used to it, the health bar is reallyJames Bond 007: Nightfire is my absolute favorite Bond game! It has everything and then some! It has awesome guns and gadgets, amazing driving levels, an exciting multiplayer mode, and, best of all, Pierce Brosnan as James Bond. The only three negative things about it are the following: it was hard to aim at the guys; but a after while you got used to it, the health bar is really confusing, and last; there needed to be more checkpoints that save the game. The missions aren't replayable at all, but the multiplayer redeems the replayability because it will have you playing it for many hours. The best thing about multiplayer is that you don't need more than one player (contradicting the the name "multiplayer," but whatever) because it has six other bots you can play with. If you have a Nintendo GameCube and you are looking for a Bond game, I highly recommend this game; as long as you keep in mind my warning about the three negative things!… Expand
  5. [Anonymous]
    Feb 12, 2003
    8
    Nightfire is one of the most fun games ever, just double its length and its a perfect 10. Playing it on multiplayer with a friend is fun, but the single player is simply the best.
  6. D.C.
    Apr 3, 2003
    8
    Ups: Great visuals, good sound, a few memorable levels Downs: Driving levels, stealth levels, and the lack of violence. The ending was pretty lousy, and it was way too short.
  7. YoMan
    Nov 2, 2003
    9
    Very good game, but could be better.
  8. MikeW.
    Oct 18, 2004
    8
    It is no Goldeneye, but it is a great outting for Bond anyway.
  9. BobH.
    Nov 23, 2002
    9
    This game is awesome untill you beat it gets old like all bond games but still it's fun while it lasts.
  10. bram29
    May 17, 2012
    9
    so, the other night, i was bored, and i decided to pull this old gamecube game out of my chest. a game i haven't played in at least... pff, what was it, 6 years? that resulted in the greatest nostalgia trip i had in all those 6 years. this may have clouded my judgement, but isn't nostalgia the sudden return of the love you felt for a particular work of art when you was still young? what iso, the other night, i was bored, and i decided to pull this old gamecube game out of my chest. a game i haven't played in at least... pff, what was it, 6 years? that resulted in the greatest nostalgia trip i had in all those 6 years. this may have clouded my judgement, but isn't nostalgia the sudden return of the love you felt for a particular work of art when you was still young? what i loved about it was that it offered much more freedom than most conventional first person shooters. i'm always a sucker for games that offer more fun at the cost of realism and visuals. they say that games where better back in the good ol' times when graphics weren't any good, and this time, i say they're right.… Expand
  11. DoctorSpaceman
    Jul 5, 2012
    10
    What a great game. The multiplayer to this day is tough to beat. Shooter games are one genre that I find grows less fun as it gets more realistic, and this one has just the right blend of realism and, in certain spots, a fun lack thereof.
  12. Garian
    Aug 8, 2012
    10
    This was my favorite bond game, the singleplayer had a great story and I enjoyed every minute of it, I played multiplayer locally with friends so many times, we knew every location on every map, and we were so evenly matched we had no idea who would win in the end.
  13. DaveB.
    Nov 18, 2003
    7
    Not bad for a sh.tty rip-off of a the real Goldeneye game.
  14. DavidHoltzer
    Jul 28, 2019
    10
    This game is my favourite in the fps genre.It has everything that needed to be a great in game.Amazing levels, easy controlls, various gameplay, top notch music, nice graphics and good story.I really loved the multiplayer mode as well, it had superb maps and challenges
  15. Teru_XD
    Oct 16, 2012
    10
    Amazing game. The best Bond game I've ever played. The graphics are pretty good for its time. The AI is not perfect, but that's a really minor issue. The local multiplayer mode is where this game truly shines. The variety of weapons make for very interesting matches against your friends. The story mode might be short, but it is filled with memorable moments and action setpieces.Amazing game. The best Bond game I've ever played. The graphics are pretty good for its time. The AI is not perfect, but that's a really minor issue. The local multiplayer mode is where this game truly shines. The variety of weapons make for very interesting matches against your friends. The story mode might be short, but it is filled with memorable moments and action setpieces. Overall, a game worth checking out.… Expand
  16. thebeachinator
    Oct 13, 2013
    7
    When I play this game now I don't really remember why I used to love it so much. Except using the sniper rifles, that is still the bomb. The multiplayer was extremely fun. You can play death matches with friends and bots at the same time, which is fantastic. I cannot get into multiplayer games that just pit you against your friends with no one else on the map. The reasons I haveWhen I play this game now I don't really remember why I used to love it so much. Except using the sniper rifles, that is still the bomb. The multiplayer was extremely fun. You can play death matches with friends and bots at the same time, which is fantastic. I cannot get into multiplayer games that just pit you against your friends with no one else on the map. The reasons I have lowered my opinion of the game are that you sometimes have to empty multiple clips into an enemy to kill it. The enemies also have near perfect accuracy. Sometimes they will give you a few seconds before shooting you, other times they will drop you the instant you turn a corner. It is still a satisfying game, you will just get annoyed on occasion.… Expand
  17. Aozz101x
    Jul 4, 2014
    9
    i love playing this 007 on Gamecube!
    It has very fun multplayer however it sad that the game never gotten online for this one due gc having no online on NA
  18. ZakkG
    Feb 12, 2014
    10
    One of my favorite multiplayer games of all time. This is hands down one of the best local multiplayer games up there with GoldenEye, in my opinion. Nightfire is the bomb.
  19. SonEdo
    Mar 4, 2016
    8
    One of the reasons why 007 games were the best during the 6th generation. The multiplayer is tremendous, probably the best I've played in 6th gen. A solid campaign only adds to the game's strength.
  20. evolution98
    May 4, 2017
    8
    My second favorite Bond game next to Goldeneye 007. One of the best multiplayer games I ever played.

    The graphics are fantastic. The gun sounds are so cool. I love the Nightfire theme and the game's soundtrack is superb. The gameplay is a big improvement over Agent Under Fire. The multiplayer is the most beloved part of the game and dare I say it it is way better than Goldeneye.    My second favorite Bond game next to Goldeneye 007. One of the best multiplayer games I ever played.

    The graphics are fantastic. The gun sounds are so cool. I love the Nightfire theme and the game's soundtrack is superb. The gameplay is a big improvement over Agent Under Fire. The multiplayer is the most beloved part of the game and dare I say it it is way better than Goldeneye. Plentiful Heroes and Villains from classic Bond Films, maps based on Bond films, multiple weapon sets and match types, modifiable AI and different game rules.

    The only things I don't like about the game are that the story is too short and the multiplayer AI bots aren't that great.

    This is still a fantastic game. It's a must buy.    … Expand
  21. DarCbrGr
    Jun 26, 2021
    8
    One of the better Bond spin off games I played growing up. I would rather have Goldeneye but this is still a great time.
  22. lacentenaria
    Sep 16, 2019
    9
    Ha sido una de las mejores peliculas de espias que he visto, lo que más se puede destacar es la calidad de video, la cual es bastante buena para el tiempo que tiene.
    https://espias.eu/camaras-espias/llavero-espia/
  23. pz15
    Jan 4, 2023
    10
    This is still one of the best examples of an excellent game. Simple but Genius. The Game makes you feel like James Bond from the very first second. The level design is perfect for an agent game. The Music always gives you the needed kick during the fight scenes and a calming certainty that you are safe and a master sneeker in the sneek-Scenes. The core story of the game is heard in everyThis is still one of the best examples of an excellent game. Simple but Genius. The Game makes you feel like James Bond from the very first second. The level design is perfect for an agent game. The Music always gives you the needed kick during the fight scenes and a calming certainty that you are safe and a master sneeker in the sneek-Scenes. The core story of the game is heard in every soundtrack in every level. The Gameplay it self could not be better. Because of the slightly difficult aiming it is always a challenge to shoot precisely. The manner in wich the bond moments function is astonishing and always gives you a push if you accomplish one. Just makes you feel like James Bond. The length is more than okay.

    The Multiplayer gave me a childhood of intense split screen fights wich almost always ended in 4 persons shooting at each other with guided Missiles or throwing hats from one end of the map to the other.

    Tank you Electronic Arts for this masterpiece! I still play this game until today with a bright smile across my face!    … Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#34 Best GameCube Game of 2002
14
#14 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
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#19 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Nintendo Power
    88
    Smooth movement, great music and a captivating story line will keep Bond fans coming back for more. [Jan 2003, p.170]
  2. GameCube Europe
    88
    This is undoubtedly the best outing for Mr. Bond and Co. to date and the fact that it's all based around an incredibly solid engine makes it essential for any GameCube owner.
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  3. Nintendojo
    87
    If you like Bond, first-person shooters, or just a bit of action, you should definitely check this one out.
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