Giants: Citizen Kabuto

 PC
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. ActionTrip
    85
    Vibrant, sharp, and pretty are just a few adjectives that may sum up my final thoughts on the game's sound and appearance… And it all goes perfectly well with the offbeat nature of the game -- the edgy attitude, and the genuinely funny Pythonesque dialogue.
  2. Adrenaline Vault
    80
    Put simply, the gameplay is fun, although the game is so short -- due largely to the shoddy, easily manipulated AI -- that some players will feel somewhat robbed.
  3. Armchair Empire
    94
    A great game. The humour is consistent right from the start and nearly always borders on ridiculous, which is a nice parry to the action.
  5. CNET Gamecenter
    80
    Yeah, Giants has its flaws, but it's one of the most competent -- and clever -- action games we've laid our hands on,
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  6. Computer Games Magazine
    60
    Of drive-in movie reviewer Joe Bob Brigg's infamous three B's, Giants' developers in a politic move took out two (Blood and Breasts). The third, Beasts, is still enough to carry the game, though the addition of a fourth B—Bugs—is certainly regrettable.
  7. Da Gameboyz
    95
    What sets this game apart from the rest is the variety in the gameplay, which combines RTS with shooter, as well as the fact that you get to play three distinct races, each with completely different abilities.
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  8. Daily Radar
    88
    This is a good game with a lot of depth, variation in gameplay and fantastic visuals. It's got a funny story and likeable characters.
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  9. Evil Avatar
    80
    I cherish every moment I spent with Giants, and recommend it to friends with an eagerness I usually reserve for must-see movies or trips abroad.
  10. FiringSquad
    85
    The key thing that kept me playing and happy was the story. I really enjoyed the dialog and plot more than anything else. If there is one game you want to play for comedy Giants is it. The story doesn't have much depth and it does taper off towards the end, but while you have it, it is obscenely funny.
  11. Game Over Online
    88
    The gameplay differences between each species make this one of the most innovative games to come out in awhile.
  12. Game Revolution
    67
    It's a pity such an immersive and gorgeous endeavor is plagued by so many unnecessary bugs.
  13. GamePower
    100
    It offers more of everything you'd expect and then some -- gorgeous graphics, incredible animations, visceral sound effects, terrific cut scenes, wild weapons, unique characters (wise-cracking Brits, a diaphanously dressed magical sea nymph, and a towering giant), and deadly enemies with effective AI.
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  14. GamePro
    100
    It sucks you into its weird world and doesn't let you go.
  15. Gamers' Temple
    78
    If it wasn't so buggy, allowed for mid-mission saves, and had better multiplayer support, it would rate much higher. As it stands, though, it will be a labor of love for some, a frustrating burden for others.
  16. Games Radar
    100
    Alternately frantic, considered and hilarious; utterly gorgeous throughout and outstandingly innovative. Absolutely essential.
  17. GameSpot
    90
    The truly unique premise, coupled with stunning graphics and exciting gameplay, makes Giants: Citizen Kabuto one of the best action games in years.
  18. GameSpy
    91
    This game is a riot, start to finish, and multiplayer is especially entertaining. The game's few flaws can ideally be corrected with the aforementioned patch.
  19. GameZone
    80
    Giants Citizen Kabuto has great central characters, choice camera angles, and a nice shooter perspective. But while the terrain elements are wonderful, the enemy (and enemy AI) is simplistic.
  20. Gaming Age
    83
    It is innovative, it is humorous, it is intense, and most of all, it's a heck of a lot of fun.
  21. GMR Magazine
    90
    A shooter/strategy hybrid full of weird British humor, unique and beautiful 3D graphics, and naked lady sea monsters. [Feb 2003, p.94]
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  22. Happy Puppy
    80
    Fantastic and beautiful third-person action among three races, with a wonderful sense of humor.
  23. IGN
    92
    Even with its bugs, Giants is still one of the most creative, innovative, and entertaining games I've played in years.
  24. Just RPG
    80
    This is a game to be played for hours on end. And if you can find me a hack that allows me to save the game whenever I wish, I will recommend you for a Knighthood!
  25. PC Gamer
    77
    There's lots of entertainment here, if you're the patient type. [Mar 2001, p.64]
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  26. PC Gameworld
    95
    I've played some dandies in the last few months, and the competition out there is stiff, but Giants sends them all running for cover. Get it now. The highest score I've given out here at PC Gameworld.
  27. Spank!
    80
    A technically devastating graphics engine, the funniest script in computer games history, and a soupcon of strategy, together with imaginative and variety packed action.
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  28. Yahoo!
    70
    Possibly the biggest strike against Giants, though, is that much of the gameplay is, well, kind of boring.

Awards & Rankings

27
#27 Best PC Game of 2000
24
#24 Most Discussed PC Game of 2000
32
#32 Most Shared PC Game of 2000

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 107 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 107
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 107
  3. Negative: 7 out of 107
  1. Metametheus
    Nov 30, 2013
    10
    Giants: Citizen Kabuto is one of my top 10 games of all time, a three part story complete of all parties associated with the planet and itsGiants: Citizen Kabuto is one of my top 10 games of all time, a three part story complete of all parties associated with the planet and its inhabitants, with funny quarky moments, a good sound track and a lot of British slang and voice acting, this is one of the few games that really lifts my spirits after playing too many redundant games in the late era. Especially the base building mechanics in the game, paired with the way you destroy the enemies base.
    Kind a wish there was a Giants 2
    *sobs.    … Full Review »
  2. insanity82007
    Dec 31, 2012
    10
    I played this when it first came out and it barely ran on my machine. It looked gorgeous with the introductory pan over the island with theI played this when it first came out and it barely ran on my machine. It looked gorgeous with the introductory pan over the island with the sun in the background and all the great sun flares. Then I played the game and it was absolutely sensational. It was a quirky, beautiful, unbelievably fun experience with great challenges and a game where an RTS and FPS combination was pulled off perfectly. I really don't understand why there was never a second one made.… Full Review »
  3. ShawnH.
    Nov 21, 2005
    10
    A very unique and fun game. This is one of the best games I've every played. Good graphics and rip roaring dialogue will keep you A very unique and fun game. This is one of the best games I've every played. Good graphics and rip roaring dialogue will keep you chuckling through the game. During the game you will play as all three races, and each are wildly different and entertaining. I enjoyed the base buliding levels, and enjoyed defending my little city. But nothing beats walking around as Kabuto, and watching him grow bigger and bigger. Its loads of fun to eat any critter that moves, but extra juicy fun to skewer them on your horns for a convenient snack. Destruction has never been so much fun.… Full Review »
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