Jet Set Radio (2000)

1. Seijinho

   Nov 12, 2012

   10

   Played on Xbox 360, the game looks good, but on PC you can use additional filters, so it looks even better. It's weird that we don't have anyPlayed on Xbox 360, the game looks good, but on PC you can use additional filters, so it looks even better. It's weird that we don't have any kind of settings, like change graphics and stuff. The game goes easy on hardware, so I don't think this is a big problem. The widescreen resolution really improves the game, and with the HD resolution it looks gorgeous. Jet Set Radio HD really doesn't look like and old game, I guess SEGA was ahead of their time when they released it for Dreamcast.
   
   And yes, we only have half of the original tracks and I do miss some one them, but AFAIK, SEGA tried hard to bring all the original songs, it's not their fault. Looking at the bright side, all the main songs are here and half of the soundtracks are new.
   
   As in the original Dreamcast game, the camera drives you crazy sometimes, but now we at least have a second analog stick to help us to move the camera (if you're using a controller). I highly recommend to use a controller. I'm using my Xbox 360's wired controller.
   
   The maps are kinda big, and once you get used to the controls you can grind all over it.
   
   There are many graffiti's to collect, some are hidden in the map, some are easy to see but hard to get. I think that adds a lot to the game, you keep trying to get 'em all.
   
   We now have achievements, I think that add some replay factor to the game. Also, there are some bonus videos and stuff. I miss the option to import images and use it as graffiti.
   
   It's a great game, loved it in the past, loving it now. For just US$9.99 (R$14.99 in Brazil), it's a must buy.… Expand

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2. PorridgeBoy3000

   Dec 31, 2021

   10

   Great graphics and artstyle, great soundtrack, great gameplay, characters, levels, It's just a really good game and I don't think enoughGreat graphics and artstyle, great soundtrack, great gameplay, characters, levels, It's just a really good game and I don't think enough people have played this game, which is disappointing because It's one of those games that I think everybody should know about.… Expand

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4. herreraz

   Dec 22, 2013

   10

   This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent single game in style and very beautiful even by the standards of today's graphics. The gameplay is exactly like the original dreamcast version and there is no downside to the game.… Expand

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5. jcasetnl

   Jul 1, 2013

   8

   Pretty much all you could ask for in a port of this classic game. The cell-shaded art, which was groundbreaking when it was released, looksPretty much all you could ask for in a port of this classic game. The cell-shaded art, which was groundbreaking when it was released, looks fantastic in high res. Xbox 360 controllers are plug and play.
   
   The gameplay is no different from the original and that's my only gripe. Cool as the original was, it could feel darn clunky at times. Starting from a full stop is especially annoying. Another flaw in the control scheme is pushing forward on the analog stick while initiating a jump often sends you wildly out of control. The correct way to do it is to let the stick go neutral, hit jump, and then immediately get back on the stick to control direction, but it's neither intuitive or fun.… Expand

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6. JaydenPickens

   Feb 20, 2019

   7

   The gameplay is super fun, the music rocks and the characters are funny as hell. Sadly, the game is very short, it will take you 3 or 4 hoursThe gameplay is super fun, the music rocks and the characters are funny as hell. Sadly, the game is very short, it will take you 3 or 4 hours to complete it. The only bad thing about this game, that I can think of is that it wants you to use the pad. I do not like pads... I played through the whole game with a keyboard/mouse setting and this makes the game hard as tagging things is sh***y to say the least. Besides that, cool game. Pickens approves.… Expand

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7. hogofddyn_

   Sep 20, 2012

   7

   A great game that stands the test of time well, but very much a straight port from the Dreamcast version.
   The added documentary and JSRFA great game that stands the test of time well, but very much a straight port from the Dreamcast version.
   The added documentary and JSRF songs to unlock are nice.
   Designed with 360 pads in mind with no option to change button setup, so those with other pads might run into compatibility issues; you can change the keyboard setup however.
   Some people have reported bugs with game speed, framerate and audio, but I'm happy enough to say that I haven't had any yet.… Expand

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8. DragonFax

   Sep 19, 2012

   0

   I remember this game fondly from the xbox and dreamcast. I still listen to the soundtrack years later.
   
   Some bug makes it run at anI remember this game fondly from the xbox and dreamcast. I still listen to the soundtrack years later.
   
   Some bug makes it run at an unplayable speed on my system.
   Half the soundtrack from the original game is missing.
   Another "least amount of work" port job. i.e. no options for pc, display or controls.
   
   My suggestion, buy it on a console instead.… Expand

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