Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion

 Nintendo 64
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
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  1. Antagonist -- Ant.com
    85
    If you already have "Perfect Dark" and want something a little less cerebral, take a look at Turok 3.
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  2. CNET Gamecenter
    90
    Easily the best in the series and one of the best first-person shooters on the system.
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  3. Core Magazine
    16
    Murky, poorly defined graphics, an atrocious frame rate and terrible level design culminate to produce a title almost completely lacking in entertainment value whatsoever. Avoid like the black death.
  5. Daily Radar
    75
    Easily the most straightforward and action-packed Turok yet, "Shadow of Oblivion" corrects the mistakes of previous games, making for a fun-filled and exciting journey through places not seen before in the series.
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  6. GamePro
    80
    With tons of multiplayer options, cool new technological levels, and two slightly different characters to try, the new "Turok" should offer enough to keep you busy when you're tired of "Perfect Dark."
  7. Games Radar
    50
    You could do a lot worse than re-visiting the first two Turoks and forgetting all about this half-hearted and dispiriting finale to what has been one of the best-loved franchises on the N64. A shame.
  8. GameSpot
    79
    "Turok 3" isn't the most beautiful or detailed addition to the series, but it plays the smoothest.
  9. Gaming Age
    83
    It might still have that infamous bumpy frame rate, but basically the game is a great amount of fun, and ranks up there with "Perfect Dark" and "GoldenEye" in terms of best first person shooters on the machine.
  10. Gaming Maxx
    96
    Simply put, this is the best Turok game yet and second only to "Perfect Dark" as a first person shooter.
  11. Happy Puppy
    85
    A shining example of excellent game design...Plus, it sets new standards for blood spilling in a single sitting.
  12. Hot Games
    80
    Multiplayer is just as frenetic as always, including 8 modes from the classic Monkey Tag to Capture the Flag.
  13. IGN
    74
    "Turok 3" features a grotesque, twisted storyline, as opposed to the more toned down storyline that the original "Turok" had, and it almost seems like they were trying too hard to make the game fit in with other first-person shooters.
  14. netjak
    78
    It is leagues beyond its predecessors and I found myself fully engrossed in it. Its sharp graphics, diverse weapons and level design, and high replay value make it a very strong title despite its weak AI and frustrating moments.
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  15. Nintendojo
    89
    It offers a different experience than "Perfect Dark" and "TWINE" and Turok 3 is worth a look.
  16. Spank!
    82
    It's still a decent blast in it's own right, just that it had potential to really excel and be top of it's class so it's a tad disappointing to see it falling short of that.
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Awards & Rankings

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#14 Best N64 Game of 2000
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#13 Most Discussed N64 Game of 2000
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#13 Most Shared N64 Game of 2000

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 33 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 33
  3. Negative: 4 out of 33
  1. RolandL.
    Oct 31, 2002
    6
    Lacking!
  2. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    6
    Quite inferior to its predecessor in all aspects. One of the worst nintendo 64 games i can remember.
  3. Ambient_Malice
    Apr 21, 2013
    8
    Turok 3 is a genuinely good FPS game which, despite being clearly rushed, manages to improve upon not only Turok 2, but the games it drawsTurok 3 is a genuinely good FPS game which, despite being clearly rushed, manages to improve upon not only Turok 2, but the games it draws influence from, such as Half Life and System Shock 2.

    The graphics are remarkable, the character models and shadow effects in particular standing as some of the best on the N64. The story is well told, the voice acting is well done, and while the combat isn't as fluid as something like Perfect Dark, it is still competent.

    The multiplayer is passable, though no real competitor to Perfect Dark. It has 48 maps, and bots.

    This game is a dark horse, and an unappreciated gem. I am tempted to give it 9 out of 10, but I'll settle for 8 out of 10. The game does have issues, but these don't prevent it being an amazing game.    … Full Review »
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