Star Wars Rogue Leader: Rogue Squadron II

 GameCube
User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 153 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 137 out of 153
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 153
  3. Negative: 5 out of 153
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  1. PanchoE.
    Nov 29, 2001
    10
    Alls I can say is that I'm blown away...the only possible weakness you can talk about is the fact that it's single player only. But who really cares??
  2. Mistatoptop
    Aug 7, 2003
    10
    Loved this game all the way through. Its very replayable thanks to the nature of the missions and lots of rewards. Its much better than i expected and one of my favourite games in the past few years. Its a joy playing the missions as you fight to comeplete the objectives. You also recreate moments from the movies while playing. All good stuff. flaws are the amount of missions as there Loved this game all the way through. Its very replayable thanks to the nature of the missions and lots of rewards. Its much better than i expected and one of my favourite games in the past few years. Its a joy playing the missions as you fight to comeplete the objectives. You also recreate moments from the movies while playing. All good stuff. flaws are the amount of missions as there arent enough and due to the length the games has been harder to make it last. Cant wait for a sequel where they spend real time on it. … Expand
  3. MattP.
    Jul 14, 2004
    7
    Playing Rouge Squadron II is like being beat over the head with a gigantic breast: it hurts, but man you sure do like it. All the joy in this game comes from piloting the different ships, not from the satisfaction of beating a level, because, frankly, you already know what happens. I suggest getting cheat codes and goin' hog crazy in Slave I.
  4. Tubie
    Jan 19, 2011
    10
    I loved the first game and this game was probably the main reason for me to buy a Gamecube and boy was it worth it. I loved every moment of it. The graphics are impressive and hard to believe the Gamecube could pull them off. One of the best games ever, and the best star wars game to date.
  5. ShawnT.
    Mar 8, 2003
    0
    I did not have fun playing it at all.
  6. Discord
    May 28, 2012
    9
    A very, very fun game. Had replayable missions, excellent gameplay, and good story as well. The story tied in with the movies and general SW canon, which is always important. The bonus missions are also enjoyable. Overall a very enjoyable game.
  7. JAMSpam
    Nov 26, 2016
    9
    Even more star wars rogue squadron memories! This is one of the first Star Wars games I've played and it appears to be one of my favorite, not because of childhood, but because of the gaming itself.
  8. U.U.
    Jan 6, 2002
    10
    Good.
  9. EthanK.
    Dec 27, 2001
    10
    This is an awesome game. I'm not a major Star Wars fan and I still love this!
  10. ErikB.
    Feb 7, 2002
    10
    I will not bother renting or purchasing another game until I complete all missions with a gold medal. Yes, I like it that much.
  11. Carbonite4
    Feb 7, 2002
    10
    This was an unbelievable game. I went back and watch the original trilogy again and I was like "Wow, that looks exactly like it does in the game," or "Isn't that exactly what they say in the game?" The controlling is great, and I love the game.
  12. BruceC.
    Mar 8, 2002
    9
    Perfect graphics, good 3D shooter gameplay. Think of it as a vastly updated version of Space Harrier! If only the missions were more open-ended and random, like the X-Wing/Tie Fighter games.
  13. ZiggyStardust
    Aug 13, 2002
    8
    The main reason i picked this up was b/c it was cheap, and i knew it'd be fun. but i wasn't expecting that there was a lot of replay value to it. each mission is quite challenging and gives you a grade for efficiency. it is so hard to get a good grade that i find myself playing the level over and over trying to improve. in my mind that's a good thing. one downer is thatThe main reason i picked this up was b/c it was cheap, and i knew it'd be fun. but i wasn't expecting that there was a lot of replay value to it. each mission is quite challenging and gives you a grade for efficiency. it is so hard to get a good grade that i find myself playing the level over and over trying to improve. in my mind that's a good thing. one downer is that i'm a little confused about the objectives on a later level. it doesn't seem clearly explained. on the whole though this is probably the most fun star wars game i've ever played. … Expand
  14. CurD.
    Oct 19, 2003
    10
    I love this game its action, explosions and a lot of destruction.
  15. Uter
    Aug 24, 2003
    7
    It's a little overrated I think. The missions can be quite frustrating - mostly due to unclear goals. But I would say that this is the best Star Wars flight game.
  16. JoeyK.
    Aug 6, 2005
    8
    The gameplay is very fun. The graphics are outstanding. It's a lot harder than the first one, though, and that can get frustrating for anyone less than a flight sim pro.
  17. JacquesR.
    Nov 24, 2001
    10
    What does it for me is the sound. It is absolutely incredible. I was 6 years old when I saw "A New Hope" in theatres, and this game brought it all back for me. Go get the damned GameCube and buy this with it!
  18. Joe
    Oct 19, 2002
    9
    I seem to think the game doesn't last that long even when you get all the secret boards and gold medals. I still liked the graphics and the fact that the other wingmen helped you in this one rocked.
  19. MeleeMaster
    Dec 18, 2002
    7
    This is a very hard game, despite it being shorter than Rogue Squadron 64 it is much harder. The visuals are superb though, but it also lacks the depth that the 64 version had.
  20. TaiMaiS.
    Jan 31, 2002
    10
    Best game for gamecube so far, sweet graphics, tight sound, awesome gameplay.
  21. MarcP.
    Jun 18, 2003
    10
    This game was great too. the gameplay was obviously terriffic, and the graphics most certainly weren't lacking. some of the levels were a bit overdone, and it was a little short, but all in all a great game.
  22. skeletonking123
    Sep 10, 2011
    9
    Star wars is bar none one of the greatest movie franchises of all time and the games aren't half bad either and i would say this is one of the most addicting and fun and has great graphics for an early gamecube launch title
  23. Carlitoxic
    Jul 4, 2014
    9
    Una de esas grandísimas joyas del catálogo de exclusivos de Gamecube y el mejor juego de Star Wars al que he jugado. Emocionante, hermoso, muy divertido y variado.
  24. LuisAntonio
    Dec 6, 2015
    9
    This game is a good gem. Nice graphics, good gameplay with replay value that you can´t find today. The big weakness is the lack of multiplayer, however this game is much better than ST:BF. I miss Factor 5.
  25. Aluk
    Feb 11, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de Star Wars de la Historia.
    The Best game of Star Wars of the History
  26. AKthaBeast
    Mar 26, 2018
    9
    This game was even better than the first one with better graphics and better game mechanics. Great game that brings all the Star Wars feels into you.
  27. neojotic
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    This game is a prime example of Nintendo riding a huge wave right into the Gamecube launch. This game along with many other early titles for the GCN are a highlight of Nintendo's success between the late 90's and early 00's.

    This game displayed the Gamecube's great graphics and the controls were also incredible. There were great stages, all of which are aesthetically pleasing. While    This game is a prime example of Nintendo riding a huge wave right into the Gamecube launch. This game along with many other early titles for the GCN are a highlight of Nintendo's success between the late 90's and early 00's.

    This game displayed the Gamecube's great graphics and the controls were also incredible. There were great stages, all of which are aesthetically pleasing.

    While the game's concept is one that was already proven on the N64, it was still loads of fun in 2001-2002 and is still loads of fun today. It is far from being the most innovative early GCN release but it is brilliant to say the least.    … Expand
  28. DanielGG91
    Nov 15, 2022
    6
    Juego divertido para echar unas partidas de vez en cuando, pero aun siendo fan de la saga nunca llegó a engancharme de verdad como para pasarlo al 100% a pesar de haberlo intentado muchas veces.
  29. Yojimbo2015
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    Rogue Squadron gets some graphical flourishes and slightly deeper missions but the gameplay stays largely unchanged. Disappointing for those hoping for a great leap forward but very satisfying for those wanting more of the same.

Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best GameCube Game of 2001
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#4 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2001
6
#6 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2001

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. GMR Magazine
    90
    Impressive when you consider it took only nine months to make. [Feb 2003, p.96]
  2. Eurogamer
    90
    The absolute pinnacle of Star Wars games. It's bloody hard in places, but it pampers the nostalgic and conveys so effortlessly the beauty of the galaxy and the sheer tyranny of the evil Empire that you will Force your way through it until there's no stone left unturned.
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  3. Gamestyle
    90
    To be able to seek out rogue Tie Fighters amongst the laser blasts from their sound position from a five speaker set up is a joy to behold in itself.
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