Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc

 PC
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
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  1. ActionTrip
    85
    A great arcade platformer, which is still a rarity on PC, excellent atmosphere, low frustration level, humor, and did I mention the game has reasonable price tag of $19.99...
  2. IGN
    83
    At turns dark, sarcastic and ethereal, Rayman 3 seems a bit more mature now than in previous versions. But these changes are incorporated so well that there's still a tremendous continuity with the rest of the series.
  3. GameSpot
    81
    It does further refine the formula, is completely worthy of the Rayman name, and is easily one of the most satisfying platforming experiences to come to the PC in a good while.
  5. GameZone
    80
    A game that is entertaining and frustrating because the environmental rules change within the same maps. You can walk to the edge on one bridge, but do it on another and you’ll fall off.
  6. Adrenaline Vault
    70
    Several of the new design decisions - such as having the characters speak a human language, adding weapons power-ups, making combat more central, and including a large bunch of mini-games - appear to dilute rather than improve the play experience.
  7. Computer Games Magazine
    70
    It's a visually sumptuous treat, with incredibly graphic design and tons of interesting details tucked into every corner. [July 2003, p.73]
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  8. Computer Gaming World
    60
    If only the camera system were half as responsive as the bad guys are. [July 2003, p.89]
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  9. PC Gamer
    51
    The entire game is just one big jumping puzzle... Right from the get-go, Rayman 3's puzzles are irritatingly difficult. [May 2003, p.78]
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Awards & Rankings

92
#92 Best PC Game of 2003
68
#68 Most Discussed PC Game of 2003
63
#63 Most Shared PC Game of 2003

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 111 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 86 out of 111
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 111
  3. Negative: 10 out of 111
  1. Helmore
    Apr 5, 2012
    10
    Absolutely great game. Great bosses, minigames and music. The graphics aren't amazing obviously but the art direction is great. Really reallyAbsolutely great game. Great bosses, minigames and music. The graphics aren't amazing obviously but the art direction is great. Really really fun, a true classic.… Full Review »
  2. AitbomeronDad
    Dec 25, 2003
    10
    My boy played the heck out of this game over and over again. Worth every penny.
  3. Carooff
    Apr 1, 2013
    10
    I have to say this is my favourite game of all time. The art style was really different and interesting to me, even at a young age. The combatI have to say this is my favourite game of all time. The art style was really different and interesting to me, even at a young age. The combat system was very like Rayman 2's, but I'm not saying that's a bad thing. The strafing mechanics and also the effects the many different powers have on the fighting are are easy to get the hang of and become good at. I think this game is the main reason that I ot into PC gaming.… Full Review »
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