Perfect Dark

 Nintendo 64
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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 539 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 459 out of 539
  2. Mixed: 41 out of 539
  3. Negative: 39 out of 539
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  1. LiquidSnekMGS
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    This game is one of the great FPS, on the shelf with Doom, Call of Duty, and Goldeneye 007. The suspense element being portrayed through the darkness works really well. The combat system feels refined, and the wide range of weapons helps. A great game to play with friends, or by yourself.
  2. BulletTimeTails
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    An incredible game with an amazing world, interesting characters, great shooting, memorable action and the music, oh god. The music! and of course a story that keeps you interested all the time because there´s always something happening and it´s always exciting! Perfect Dark is one of those games that i can call a masterpiece. If you own a N64 with an expansion pack then play it right now.
  3. Linkray
    May 3, 2021
    10
    A lot of missions, a lot things to do in them, good story, skedars and maians, was excelent to me.
  4. grimreapersims
    Jan 11, 2022
    9
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  5. nhughes
    Nov 20, 2022
    10
    Back in the day, this was the best FPS. One of the first games that had a really good bot experience in multiplayer.
    Such a good game. Very nostalgic for many.
  6. eyouwhatsup
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    To this day, it is still the best FPS ever made. Amazing story mode, difficulty modes actually had a meaning, best multiplayer customization ever where you can even play with bots, epic OST, lots of things to do and complete while being always fun.

    This game did everything right. The peak of Rare.
  7. neomoonsevin
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    For it's time I always got killed but I still tried to get through it so yeah great game and I own this on the Rare Replay Xbox One
  8. Pizarrator
    Nov 4, 2022
    10
    Uno de mis preferidos. Lo jugué hace dos décadas y siempre me pareció sublime.
  9. Tomplexthis
    Jul 7, 2022
    10
    This game was built upon the Goldeneye engine, and yet builds extremely well upon it. I spent way too much time on this game shooting the dumb peace sim aliens in the face in the combat simulator. perfect dark is peak shooters, top FPS, rivals doom, but its just great, even with the really really dumb ai. its just good, and beats goldeneye all the way, improves on pretty much everything.
  10. Abdullah68947
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    Best game ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️☕️❤️☕️☕️❤️❤️❤️
  11. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 9, 2023
    8
    Semi-sequel to Goldeneye with more detailed graphics, better AI and some cool gadgetry. Technically better than its predecessor but it doesn't capture the imagination in the same way that playing as 007 in the Bond universe does. A strong FPS though and one of the best games on the N64.
  12. DiegoVildez
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    really nice game, i enjoyed so much thank you so much for the design and everything
  13. George_K
    May 15, 2023
    10
    Great game with amazing atmosphere, there is not much to say apart from just to play it. The only downside is the lack of direction told you by the game, but i guess some people like it bc it makes your game harder and more enjoeyable but in some places of the game it can get rly frustrating and if you are a guy like me who doesn't want to search up the internet right after i get stuckGreat game with amazing atmosphere, there is not much to say apart from just to play it. The only downside is the lack of direction told you by the game, but i guess some people like it bc it makes your game harder and more enjoeyable but in some places of the game it can get rly frustrating and if you are a guy like me who doesn't want to search up the internet right after i get stuck somewhere it can take you up to hours to find the right route… Expand
  14. 113
    Apr 25, 2023
    9
    Um what can I say, This game is the Epidemy of first person shooters. Playing as a hot chick who also is pretty hot (And i mean UNBELIEVABLY HOT) in a cyber-punk futuristic setting which is always a treat. Yes.. it is.... Going from taking down large corporations to hunting down aliens is always a treat. And Joanna's surly voice makes me... MEEEOOOWWWW! Best game 10/10. Would rate higherUm what can I say, This game is the Epidemy of first person shooters. Playing as a hot chick who also is pretty hot (And i mean UNBELIEVABLY HOT) in a cyber-punk futuristic setting which is always a treat. Yes.. it is.... Going from taking down large corporations to hunting down aliens is always a treat. And Joanna's surly voice makes me... MEEEOOOWWWW! Best game 10/10. Would rate higher if it had X-Rated Scenes is always a treat… Expand
  15. legokingcandy
    May 26, 2023
    9
    The only true sequel to goldeneye. the games performance is a bit jarring, but it never really bothered me much. (like 13 - 15 fps in most levels, sometimes more/less) EVEN MORE UNIQUE LEVELS, GUNS, SUPERB ENEMY AI, MORE GUNS, AND CHEATS GALORE!!! the content they managed to fit on a 32 meg cart is mind-blowing. the fully voiced cutscenes albiet bitcrunched, really add a charm thatThe only true sequel to goldeneye. the games performance is a bit jarring, but it never really bothered me much. (like 13 - 15 fps in most levels, sometimes more/less) EVEN MORE UNIQUE LEVELS, GUNS, SUPERB ENEMY AI, MORE GUNS, AND CHEATS GALORE!!! the content they managed to fit on a 32 meg cart is mind-blowing. the fully voiced cutscenes albiet bitcrunched, really add a charm that goldeneye never really had. the controls are a huge improvement, the sound desing and new mechanics like shooting out lights, shooting guns out of NPC's hands, and the majourly improved mocap really make this game stand out in terms of atmosphere. Better than goldeneye in almost every way, PLUS it tens to sell for like 30 bucks cheaper if you're a collector. I think, the multiplayer.... Holy moly.... Where do i begin. that alone makes this game worth it. The AI simulats, the large selection of maps, CLASSIC MAPS FROM GOLDENEYE!! and more game-modes, teams, heated battles, guns, and the extensive cheats are the cherry on top. You either love it, or hate it. I first played this game a few months ago, so im unbiased with this one. Id highly recommend.… Expand
  16. kobaeee
    Sep 6, 2023
    10
    Perfect Dark might be old now, but it is still an amazing game. The influence this game has had on the FPS genre is apparent. Biggest drawback is the N64 controller.
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#1 Best N64 Game of 2000
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#2 Most Discussed N64 Game of 2000
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#2 Most Shared N64 Game of 2000

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Metascore
97

Universal acclaim - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. CheckOut
    100
    It's a stunning achievement by any measure and stands as one of those rare products that delivers more than you paid for.
  2. Nintendorks
    100
    So damn close to perfect that it makes me want to cry tears of joy.
  3. CNET Gamecenter
    90
    This is the best action game on the Nintendo 64 and a great follow-up to "GoldenEye."
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