Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2

 GameCube
User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 24
  3. Negative: 3 out of 24
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  1. SaintPuhn
    Oct 14, 2002
    3
    Pros: i like the matrix camera shots. i like being chased by the cops. i like the variety in cars and tracks. Cons: framerate? strike one. graphics? strike two. adrenaline rush ditching the cops on the final lap? strike three. rant: its called hot pursuit. why do the cops give up so easily? *sigh*
  2. PizzaSubCombo
    Oct 18, 2019
    4
    With development of the Gamecube, PC, and Xbox versions handed off to EA Seattle, the results do not receive a passing grade. Tracks have been redesigned to be more technical than necessary, the handling model takes a more realistic approach - leaving many cars simply not feeling fast enough - and there's a tangible layer of input lag to the controls that makes the Gamecube variant feelWith development of the Gamecube, PC, and Xbox versions handed off to EA Seattle, the results do not receive a passing grade. Tracks have been redesigned to be more technical than necessary, the handling model takes a more realistic approach - leaving many cars simply not feeling fast enough - and there's a tangible layer of input lag to the controls that makes the Gamecube variant feel like a budget-priced knockoff. Development of the series was handed over to BlackBox for good reason; this one doesn't make the cut.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#79 Best GameCube Game of 2002
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#31 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
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#49 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Nintendo Power
    82
    Packs in lots of game play and replay value, with dozens of challenges set in beautiful locations. [Nov 2002, p.219]
  2. BBC Sport
    80
    With plenty of racing challenges it should have a decent amount of longevity but their repetitive nature might grate for some.
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  3. GameZone
    75
    The sluggish pace may be a bit too much for gamers who need a fast and furious racing game, but those with the patience to get past the speed issue will find a good arcade-style racer with some great ideas.
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