BlackSite: Area 51

 PC
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 20
  3. Negative: 3 out of 20
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    80
    If you're looking for a ground-breaking experience or a robust selection of multiplayer modes- BlackSite's don't offer much more than a weekend distraction--this isn't it. However, if you find the idea of fighting aliens in your own backyard appealing, you won't do better than BlackSite's relatable, the-truth-is-out-there experience.
  2. Gamer 2.0
    77
    While the game was well paced, there wasn’t much depth to the individual gameplay facets used to break up regular running and gunning, and the lack of variety in weapons was disturbing for a shooter.
  3. Game Informer
    75
    I can see FPS fans having fun with BlackSite since it provides all the standard FPS rollercoaster thrills, but most of us have been up and down those hills a few too many times.

Awards & Rankings

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#88 Most Discussed PC Game of 2007
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#58 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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User Score
4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 58
  3. Negative: 22 out of 58
  1. BraydonS
    Aug 10, 2009
    7
    A great story but i must admit the freedom was limited and the graphics could have been better. The Multiplayer modes are really fun aswell.
  2. TerryD.
    Aug 4, 2008
    7
    BlackSite: Area 51 is just a nice little diversion until some of the big titles materialize a little later. Nothing new here, but fun BlackSite: Area 51 is just a nice little diversion until some of the big titles materialize a little later. Nothing new here, but fun nonetheless - the aliens are disturbing looking things and a blast to kill. Plus there's some fairly humorous dialog along the way. Not bad, just not great.… Full Review »
  3. Goorman1996
    Jun 28, 2022
    7
    One of the first games I've played when got a new PC back in 2008. Not going to say that this is a masterpiece, but a good one for one-time passing.
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