Sonic Adventure 2 Battle

 GameCube
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 11, 2002
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
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  1. Nintendojo
    70
    A far cry from the Sonic of the early 90’s.
  2. Nintendophiles
    70
    Unfortunately Knuckles/Rogue gameplay, camera problems, some sound problems and limited replay value hurt the game in the long run.
  3. GamerWeb Nintendo
    70
    Sonic and Shadow's levels are great, but every one else's levels are, unfortunately, dull. In the end, 1/3rd of the main game is great but hampered by camera and some control issues.
  5. Adrenaline Vault
    70
    Anyone who paid for a Sonic title will be racing hedgehogs only 33 percent of the time, and that just isn’t enough.
  6. IGN
    69
    I'm more annoyed by the gameplay mechanics and head-spinning level design than I am satisfied.
  7. GameSpot
    68
    While it has its moments, its lack of refinement makes playing it a disjointed and frustrating experience.
  8. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    67
    Though the new multiplayer levels are nice, fixing the horrible camera should have been the priority. [Mar 2002, p.139]
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  9. Entertainment Weekly
    67
    Offers a glimpse of brilliance...but lacks the magic that made the original Genesis classic a Mario-worthy masterpiece. [15 March 2002, p.79]
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  10. Cinescape
    67
    I love Sonic. The problem is that Sonic Adventure 2 Battle is only about 33% Sonic. The rest is lost in mindless Tails and Knuckles levels that pull the rest of the game down.
  11. Play Magazine
    60
    I can't help wondering how it would have turned out had it been developed originally for GC. [Mar 2002, p.51]
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  12. GamePen
    60
    This is one of those games that perhaps should have stayed on the Dreamcast. The main problem is that the game wasn’t all that fun to begin with.
  13. Gaming Age
    58
    Sonic Team tried to include something for everyone in Sonic Adventure 2 Battle, but in the end all that variety ends up altering what made Sonic games so special to begin with.
  14. All Game Guide
    50
    The title offers wonderful graphics and some fun levels, the majority of which involve the title character, but the disjointed story line, uneven action, and problematic camera take away from the enjoyment most will have while playing.
  15. Into Liquid Sky
    50
    Sonic's biggest challenge is the in-game camera, which is often placed so poorly that you have a hard time seeing your environment.

Awards & Rankings

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#59 Best GameCube Game of 2002
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#4 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
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#7 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 331 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 262 out of 331
  2. Mixed: 51 out of 331
  3. Negative: 18 out of 331
  1. IKnoGoodGames
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    I found this game in a box in the attic and thought that I would try it out as the last time I played it way about 6 years ago. This game isI found this game in a box in the attic and thought that I would try it out as the last time I played it way about 6 years ago. This game is the best sonic I have ever played and I have played my fair share. Its a really fun game for the younger the older generations so I would buy it if you can with a 2nd hand gamecube because it is worth it at the end of the day.… Full Review »
  2. schimidtwas
    Sep 11, 2021
    10
    Simply incredible!!! History perhaps being the best of the series, phases with varied gameplay but without losing the essence of Sonic and ofSimply incredible!!! History perhaps being the best of the series, phases with varied gameplay but without losing the essence of Sonic and of course, the first appearance of Shadow and Rouge.
    But there may be things that can be annoying, like the fact that we can't choose who to play with, just the hero campaign or the dark campaign. Besides, the gameplay hasn't aged so well, but it's not all bad.

    But other than that this game is great, I recommend it highly!    … Full Review »
  3. GamecubeLover
    Jun 9, 2016
    10
    Camera is awkward sometimes but the gameplay has a lot and the music is cheesy but great! The controls are way better than the dreamcastCamera is awkward sometimes but the gameplay has a lot and the music is cheesy but great! The controls are way better than the dreamcast version since the game didn't really age well on that system. And it is 100% nostalgic. I love this game and you should too!… Full Review »
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