Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Lockdown

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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 113 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 19 out of 113
  3. Negative: 38 out of 113
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  1. Minty
    Mar 12, 2006
    4
    I've been playing R6 since the original and Lockdown is an insult to the R6 name. Starting with the positive: it has good graphics, sound, and each gun feels/shoots different and is fun to use. Too bad they didnt program any AI because that is what totally ruined the game for me. Completely untactical, it feels more like Serious Sam arcade shooting range. Your teammates that are I've been playing R6 since the original and Lockdown is an insult to the R6 name. Starting with the positive: it has good graphics, sound, and each gun feels/shoots different and is fun to use. Too bad they didnt program any AI because that is what totally ruined the game for me. Completely untactical, it feels more like Serious Sam arcade shooting range. Your teammates that are selected for you have less than 50% chance of killing an enemy when you send them in a room and usually run past the enemy (who had his back towards the door) and into some preset location in the corner of the room and getting shot. So you pretty much solo the whole game but its not hard since the enemies arent facing your direction when you enter or stare at you while you put bullets in their face. Every level is nothing but a long series of rooms or corridors and the 100+ enemies per level stand around waiting to get shot. Oh and the physics on the enemies are alot worse then Raven Shield.… Expand
  2. SlipW.
    Apr 7, 2006
    0
    Ok your going to ask. Why the hell did you give it a Zero. Heres why ok. I was the number 1 Rainbow Six (the original game) online ok (not to brag just keep reading). And the multiplayer has always been about out thinking your opponent and teamwork. Where is it in here? I dont see it this is should be called Rainbow Six: HALO Edition. There is no realism and wtf is up with the guns? there Ok your going to ask. Why the hell did you give it a Zero. Heres why ok. I was the number 1 Rainbow Six (the original game) online ok (not to brag just keep reading). And the multiplayer has always been about out thinking your opponent and teamwork. Where is it in here? I dont see it this is should be called Rainbow Six: HALO Edition. There is no realism and wtf is up with the guns? there not realistic (excludng a few) Half of them are fake. Im just 110% shocked that Ubisoft screwed up the Rainbow Six name. UBIsoft needs to crawl into a hole and shoot its self in the head for what they have done to this franchise. GJ on Raven Shield and putting a new R6 in devlopment but heres the funny part, its XBOX only lmao funny huh? UBIsoft should just go into Microsoft studios. To stay on topic and not stray off into the vast wilds of an over populated Used games rack filled with Splinter Cell games. The single was like playing a game of chess... remember those days fellas and ladies? Well now there is 10x more enemies to kill and they arent just any ol' enemy they run AT YOU. So all you have to do is shoo the randomly placed barrel next to the group and thats it. as I said Earlier GFJ UBI now kill yourself… Expand
  3. DJ_Kaas
    Jul 6, 2013
    1
    SlipW That was just brilliant! :D

    But really! this game is really an insult/disgrace to R6 name...

    Why I won't give it 0 is because I remember my friend and I got some FEW hours of playing together...
  4. HorusB
    Mar 1, 2006
    10
    the graphics engine in RB6LD is outstanding. i've read a few bad reviews on the game, and dismiss a lot of it for the graphics alone. i wasn't sure if the screenshots were going to be very representative of the game when i saw them, but now that i've bought the game and played it everyday for the last week, i must say that the graphics truly are some of the best out right now.
  5. MattC.
    Mar 1, 2006
    9
    A lot of PC games are notorious for bugs and glitches and crashes, etc, but I had absolutely no trouble installing this. And whatever the rumor is about the Starforce software ruining your computer - it's just not true. At least for me. I've had a great experience with the game so far. It's a lot of fun, and I highly recommend it.
  6. DevinK.
    Mar 30, 2006
    2
    I just finished this game. And I want that time of my life back. Not only is this game a disgrace to the Rainbow Six franchise, it is a disgrace to modern First person shooters. Take a look at Half-life 2 and Far Cry and you'll understand what AI is SUPPOSED to be doing. Take a look at Ravenshield, Athena Sword or Swat 4, and you see what a squad based shooter is SUPPOSED to be like. I just finished this game. And I want that time of my life back. Not only is this game a disgrace to the Rainbow Six franchise, it is a disgrace to modern First person shooters. Take a look at Half-life 2 and Far Cry and you'll understand what AI is SUPPOSED to be doing. Take a look at Ravenshield, Athena Sword or Swat 4, and you see what a squad based shooter is SUPPOSED to be like. Sure the game is pretty. The sound is aweful. There should NEVER be a time when I have to edit a file to make my sound work properly. Thats just bad QA. The only reason I didn't give Lockdown a 1 is because I remotely enjoyed the multiplayer. That is when I could actually connect to a game.… Expand
  7. GlynnT.
    Feb 16, 2006
    8
    I have no idea what the heck Yahoo were thinking giving this game 40%, they should be ashamed, as a life long fan of rainbow six games I admitt it's lost some of the realism that the first games presented, however it's still a great game, which has fixed some of the bugs developed in previous ones. AI is fantastic and graphics, although not perfect, are still amazing. Finally I I have no idea what the heck Yahoo were thinking giving this game 40%, they should be ashamed, as a life long fan of rainbow six games I admitt it's lost some of the realism that the first games presented, however it's still a great game, which has fixed some of the bugs developed in previous ones. AI is fantastic and graphics, although not perfect, are still amazing. Finally I urge all hardcore Rainbow six fans not to jump on the bandwagon of condemning this game before they've even tried it.… Expand
  8. DougieO.
    Feb 21, 2006
    8
    This game is serious fun in multiplayer! I wish I could find more people online, as the servers are still a bit quiet, but whnenever I find a good group of people to play with I stay online for hours. This is one that will be on my hard drive for months.
  9. JohnK
    Feb 22, 2006
    10
    Just for the record, this game is way better than what people are saying about it on forums like IGN and GAMEFAQS. These kids seem to want more of the same. Well I'll tell you this much: Lockdown is bold, and doesn't conform to the industry standards in blood guts and distaste. It's strategy, intelligence, and fun. Check it out. It's well worth the buy.
  10. TedFremont
    Feb 27, 2006
    8
    How can vets say this game isn't R6? I can understand people being upset by the change in tactical style, but this game is STILL R6 through and through, changes and all. Those who are saying it's not an R6 game need to pay attention to the other aspects of the game beyond these simple changes. It's R6 allright, and if you liked the other R6 games you shlould liek this one too.
  11. MarkM.
    Feb 27, 2006
    8
    The different map choices are great! I like how they incorporated old Rainbow Six maps into it.
  12. PrinceKoalaK
    Mar 1, 2006
    9
    I've never played any other Rainbow Six games, but this one seems to have very impressive plot progression. Most FPS games like HALO and SWAT4 just kind of mosey along senselessly (in my opinion), but this one is fast paced, sensible, and exciting. I don't want to give anything away (there's a lot to give away), but let's just say that if you've read any of TomI've never played any other Rainbow Six games, but this one seems to have very impressive plot progression. Most FPS games like HALO and SWAT4 just kind of mosey along senselessly (in my opinion), but this one is fast paced, sensible, and exciting. I don't want to give anything away (there's a lot to give away), but let's just say that if you've read any of Tom Clancy's books - the game "reads" like that.… Expand
  13. G-Unitk
    Mar 1, 2006
    9
    these are the best graphics i've seen since halo2, and i WANT to say they're better. you really gotta check out this game.
  14. YashaL.
    Mar 1, 2006
    8
    Who's down for some online fun? LD has a great multiplayer element, and I'm totally stoked to get to experience it. I never got too much into the other RB6 games, but I really like this one. 8 out of 10.
  15. TimothyH.
    Mar 1, 2006
    9
    the single player is astounding. great plot. great graphics. great transition of levels and character building, the weapons are pretty innovative... i expected much less. this game is really cool.
  16. Mick
    Mar 5, 2006
    2
    Yet another sterling example of style over any sort of substance. No wonder the slack jawed mouth breathers are giving it such high numbers. No mission planning, completely linear levels and apparently programmed without any AI at all. What a pathetic joke this game is.
  17. JamesT.
    Mar 9, 2006
    1
    Simply the worst game I have played in a LONG TIME. Just not up to the standards of the brand.
  18. s10wabs10wab
    Apr 8, 2006
    3
    A game that may have been quite acceptable 5 years ago - today this is a disgrace - a blatent misuse of what was a good franchise. In no way should anybody waist good money on this game. Buy SWAT 4 or just replay your old classics just not this game.
  19. MattN.
    Jun 7, 2006
    1
    Well first I gotta say I didn't finish this game, I played through a few levels then uninstalled it and put SWAT 4 back on. Now I knew this game wasn't gonna be better than SWAT going in and I have enjoyed a couple of the previous versions of R6 but this one really sucked balls. They have completely changed the character/nature of the game. The graphics are good but certainly Well first I gotta say I didn't finish this game, I played through a few levels then uninstalled it and put SWAT 4 back on. Now I knew this game wasn't gonna be better than SWAT going in and I have enjoyed a couple of the previous versions of R6 but this one really sucked balls. They have completely changed the character/nature of the game. The graphics are good but certainly not amazing enough to make you willing to overlook any of the gameplays short comings (all of which have been covered in previous reviews). It's was so not what I was expecting it's unbelievable, I just finished playing Hitman 3 and I think that was far more realistic. I'm gonna have to be really desperate before I reload and finish this. Overall very poor effort, I really wish I hadn't bought it.… Expand
  20. PaulB.
    Feb 16, 2006
    0
    This game is a total Joke. The A.I is no where near as good as any of the old games.
  21. MikeC.
    Feb 17, 2006
    5
    Not what it used to be...console port. A sad day was the day this was released with "Rainbow Six" on the box. R.I.P. R6
  22. ThomasF.
    Feb 19, 2006
    3
    Single player and co-op modes are the best aspect of this game but compared to past r6 games, even they are mediocre. Adversarial multiplayer is a joke. Terrible game.
  23. JerryO.
    Feb 19, 2006
    1
    I give this game a 1, only because there are worse games out there, on the market. The sad fact is that this game does not deserve the Rainbow 6 branding, It may have been an alright game for a new series, but it does not belong in the R6 family. I expect the sales of R6 3:Raven Shield to steadily grow again, as that game is far better than LD could ever hope to be.
  24. GregR.
    Feb 21, 2006
    8
    Good Stuff! OK, I've had way too much fun in the past playing previous R6 games to death. And now I get to use grenades!!! Fear me. After just a couple of days playing this latest installment, I can already tell that my social life is going to suffer...yet again...so that I can spend every waking, non-working hour playing this gem in one fo my favorite series of all time. And this Good Stuff! OK, I've had way too much fun in the past playing previous R6 games to death. And now I get to use grenades!!! Fear me. After just a couple of days playing this latest installment, I can already tell that my social life is going to suffer...yet again...so that I can spend every waking, non-working hour playing this gem in one fo my favorite series of all time. And this old timer has seen plenty of series over the years. Oh well. I hope my wife and kids won't miss me too much!… Expand
  25. CourtneyR.
    Feb 22, 2006
    8
    A new gameplay experience is what you'll get when you play Lockdown. I miss the old tactical style for sure. But nothing says "sooooooo yesterday" like a game series rehashing itself release after release. This game does a credible job of changing up some elements and keeping the stuff that worked best. With the new addition of grenades and respawning where you want to, not to A new gameplay experience is what you'll get when you play Lockdown. I miss the old tactical style for sure. But nothing says "sooooooo yesterday" like a game series rehashing itself release after release. This game does a credible job of changing up some elements and keeping the stuff that worked best. With the new addition of grenades and respawning where you want to, not to mention the customizable uniforms, I'll be playing this one for a long time.… Expand
  26. HanushD.
    Feb 22, 2006
    10
    Great game. Those who say it's bad are just unfamiliar with the older games. The single player is amazing, and the multiplayer is pretty good too.
  27. BillC.
    Feb 22, 2006
    10
    Interesting transition from the older style of games UBI designed for this series... I wouldn't label it as negative, as some are. Instead, I like studying the exact changes so that I can see where they're coming from. I like what they've done.
  28. SeanH.
    Feb 22, 2006
    10
    A very thoughtful game. The big changes everyone's talking about are strategic, and a big risk by the developers. However, I urge you all to check out the differences in a more optimistic light. I've been talking down all the negative and finding that if I open my mind, this game is actually a hell of a lot of fun. I'm still a fan, and can't wait to see what they do to A very thoughtful game. The big changes everyone's talking about are strategic, and a big risk by the developers. However, I urge you all to check out the differences in a more optimistic light. I've been talking down all the negative and finding that if I open my mind, this game is actually a hell of a lot of fun. I'm still a fan, and can't wait to see what they do to the next game in the series.… Expand
  29. RonJ.
    Feb 24, 2006
    0
    No true rainbow six fans would like this game. Console port, buggy and poorly designed.
  30. SamJ.
    Feb 27, 2006
    9
    This is my first in the series and WOW! I've been tryin to talk my brother into getting it to play me online. Multiplayer is where it's at!
  31. ChrisS.
    Feb 27, 2006
    9
    Although unlike the others it still deserves the Rainbow title. There have been changes made but it's great to see a new twist on an old classic.
  32. [Anonymous]
    Feb 27, 2006
    8
    The changes have made this game more challenging. It has an intense feel to it now and you have to be more strategic. I welcome a challenge.
  33. DingC.
    Mar 12, 2006
    6
    This game isn't completed. The AI is absolutely pathetic (Enemy's looking at walls, standing motionless, etc.). Character animations are terribly choppy. The game just doesn't "feel" as tight as the previous Rainbox Six games. Extremely linear levels. Big letdown for me: worst R6 title so far. But on the plus side, the graphics are beautiful; pretty environments and the This game isn't completed. The AI is absolutely pathetic (Enemy's looking at walls, standing motionless, etc.). Character animations are terribly choppy. The game just doesn't "feel" as tight as the previous Rainbox Six games. Extremely linear levels. Big letdown for me: worst R6 title so far. But on the plus side, the graphics are beautiful; pretty environments and the characters dont look bad either. Potentially fun for LANing, but don't expect much from this title.… Expand
  34. LouisDimino
    Feb 24, 2009
    8
    The shooting is good, I have had no problem (and halo sucks) 1st off they screwed up a few things, Secondly there is strat in here, by picking different classes that do different things, each one needed to do something another can't it added strategic moments. Sure it was more run and gun, but who cares. "Arcade mode" now I am of late to but my vote its 09 Rainbow is still arcadeThe shooting is good, I have had no problem (and halo sucks) 1st off they screwed up a few things, Secondly there is strat in here, by picking different classes that do different things, each one needed to do something another can't it added strategic moments. Sure it was more run and gun, but who cares. "Arcade mode" now I am of late to but my vote its 09 Rainbow is still arcade mode.
    Great idea on the classes wish you would have kept them

    Domono    … Expand
  35. ErikE.
    Jan 21, 2006
    3
    While not a total disaster, Lockdown feels too mechanical, exhibits too many ugly textures and doesn't use the Source Engine's features enough to warrant much interest.
  36. JustinJ.
    Feb 17, 2006
    2
    i agree with the yahoo review. do yourself a favour install ravenshield this game is a DUD! what were the developers thinking, do yourselves a favour and get a new line of work. youve done enough damage to the franchise.
  37. RobA.
    Feb 21, 2006
    4
    This just doesn't come close to the more recent squad based shooters out there. Yeah it looks superb but the AI of both your squad and the enemy is terrible. I've seen my entire squad wiped out by a single enemy who'd strolled up behind them and casually shot them all in the back in turn while not one of them turned around. Alternatively i've gone into many rooms and This just doesn't come close to the more recent squad based shooters out there. Yeah it looks superb but the AI of both your squad and the enemy is terrible. I've seen my entire squad wiped out by a single enemy who'd strolled up behind them and casually shot them all in the back in turn while not one of them turned around. Alternatively i've gone into many rooms and shot one guy and his mate has just stood facing the wall with his gun down whilst shouting "They're here!" I've watched my squad break open a door and then blind themselves on their own flashbangs. I've been denied the use of the sledgehammer to break open doors because it's apparently been used too much. Why? Has it run out of swing? And what's with the use of tables and scaffolding to block corridors? Surely the world's finest special forces wouldn't be stumped by a piece of furniture? Or unable to duck? And i should just mention the level design. In the old games you always had multiple choices of routes to your objective but here it's completely linear. And the levels don't even make sense half the time. Long sprawling corridors that all look the same and the occasional really dumb thing like a grand staircase that leads down to a brick wall! And just to get really pedantic why don't my bullets smash lights or puncture tyres? They do in Splinter Cell and other older games. If you want to see how a game of this type should be done get yourself a copy of SWAT 4 or SC Chaos Theory. And to the guy who claimed "AI is fantastic" please play FEAR and see just how good AI can be these days.… Expand
  38. Sarge
    Feb 21, 2006
    7
    Sarge likes it. Sarge likes the Rainbow Six series but tires of too many tactical elements. Sometimes Sarge likes to run and gun and not bother thinking and planning. Just stalking and killing. And smiling. And doing it again! Sarge is very pleased to enjoy a new Rainbow Six game that he can play in pure kill mode. Less planning, more killing. Sarge re-enlists.
  39. JaimeJ.
    Feb 22, 2006
    9
    Nonstop mayhem. I started playing several days ago and I'm so hooked that I've played myself out. With only sleep breaks between the carnage, I must finally force mysefl to step AWAY from the computer (after posting this review of course) and catch up with my "other" life. I just hope I catch up fast so that I can get back to playing Lockdown!
  40. SarahMettinger
    Feb 22, 2006
    8
    I am saved! With just a few good games out so far this year, I am overjoyed that Lockdown has come to the PC. My Xbox playing friends have had better choices so far this year, and some of them have been playing Lockdown and talking about it for some time. I finally get my chance to play, and it's awesome. I'm going to look for the other Rainbow Six games when I'm finishedI am saved! With just a few good games out so far this year, I am overjoyed that Lockdown has come to the PC. My Xbox playing friends have had better choices so far this year, and some of them have been playing Lockdown and talking about it for some time. I finally get my chance to play, and it's awesome. I'm going to look for the other Rainbow Six games when I'm finished with this one. It's a red hot game and I want more!… Expand
  41. AlBesure
    Feb 22, 2006
    7
    There is something that is SO sweet in watching the progress of the grenade you just lobbed and viewing the carnage it creates that just makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. In a guilty pleasure sort of way. The single player game is so much fun, I'm looking forward to beating it and then tring me some online action!
  42. JoeV.
    Mar 13, 2006
    9
    Its really not that bad of a game, friendly AI can be controlled and kept out of the way untill you decide they may be able to help. Enemy AI are clueless but your outnumbered with limited ammo so you still have to use tactics to get by a single player map with no health packs or ammo pickups during a campaign. Its not FEAR, but with its great graphics,far cry style gameplay, weapon Its really not that bad of a game, friendly AI can be controlled and kept out of the way untill you decide they may be able to help. Enemy AI are clueless but your outnumbered with limited ammo so you still have to use tactics to get by a single player map with no health packs or ammo pickups during a campaign. Its not FEAR, but with its great graphics,far cry style gameplay, weapon selections, limited inventory and health, the game is a bit of a challenge. Not too many good shooters out at the moment,so this game is worth a play.… Expand
  43. RyanW.
    Mar 25, 2006
    2
    Very bad. horrible recoil. ohh wait, when Ii played it had no recoil, only crosshair spread... an insult to the R6 name. This is not tactical at all. Atleast the halo fanboys like it.
  44. IanI.
    Mar 26, 2006
    1
    Game is horrible, how can you go from a game that prides itself in being a realistic strategy shooter to a completely linier take on modern combat? As for the graphics, it utilizes some newer effects (such as fancy tile reflections) but it is all marred by the complete lack of a physics engine making the whole world seem confining and underdeveloped. Oh so if I take a shotgun to the Game is horrible, how can you go from a game that prides itself in being a realistic strategy shooter to a completely linier take on modern combat? As for the graphics, it utilizes some newer effects (such as fancy tile reflections) but it is all marred by the complete lack of a physics engine making the whole world seem confining and underdeveloped. Oh so if I take a shotgun to the bottle on the ground nothing happens...that great. By far the worst thing about the graphics in this game is the shadowing, sure the environments look o.k. and the player molding is good but the shadows appear as a blob of highly visible pixels that barley mirror the shape of the object (and that… Expand
  45. IsaacC.
    Sep 24, 2006
    1
    I only played through the first two levels of this game, and then promptly uninstalled it. After years of dissappointment, seeing Ubisoft neglect the R6 series on the PC, I thought this game might just bring back my enthusiasm for the franchise. The only reason I ever really enjoyed the Rainbow Six series was because of the unprecedented realism found in the series. I was sadly I only played through the first two levels of this game, and then promptly uninstalled it. After years of dissappointment, seeing Ubisoft neglect the R6 series on the PC, I thought this game might just bring back my enthusiasm for the franchise. The only reason I ever really enjoyed the Rainbow Six series was because of the unprecedented realism found in the series. I was sadly disappointed when I played this game. It just seemed to me that this game was nothing more than a port of the console series. Ubisoft has focused too much on pleasing console players of the series and has come to forget the roots of Rainbow Six. The realism, planning, intensity and difficulty found in previous R6 PC games was nowhere to be found. A true disappointment to all true fans of the series. R.I.P. Rainbow SIx… Expand
  46. Metallicajunky
    Sep 23, 2010
    8
    Addicting gameplay, good graphics, nice selection of weapons and gear, pretty long levels, Long campaign, the multiplayer is pretty dead... but if some people are on it's pretty fun. I give this game an 8.
  47. SimonOverlord
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    Absolutely terrible, I don't even know why they even made this crap. Yes, trust me, crap, don't know what it is. And AI is dumb as hell, they tried to flash the room but eventually flash themselves, and me. What the heck is that?? Don't bother this rubbish, please.
  48. wowtgp
    Mar 12, 2012
    7
    well there is nothing much to say about singleplayer.there are 16 missions and all of them is about shooting terrorists.there is nothing which involves teamwork but multiplayer was good enough to give this game a seven.if you are a fan of rainbow six series and looking for some traditional gameplay then you will be hugely dissapointed.
  49. Tomle1202
    Jul 11, 2023
    4
    The only thing that Rainbow Six: Lockdown can offer is an absolutely terrible time.
  50. arostislavna
    May 12, 2020
    2
    Horribly average, but immediately is knocked down with a stupid 90's sexist, misogynist cutscene of some pervert staring at, and making comments about a woman team members' butt while in a ventilation system.

    Red Storm disbanding seriously hurt this franchise.

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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 17
  3. Negative: 7 out of 17
  1. Yahoo!
    40
    It's another throwaway shooter with bad AI, forgettable single player levels, and glib unremarkable multiplayer options. Here lies Rainbow Six. Rest in peace, while we go reinstall "Raven Shield."
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  2. 1UP
    40
    Lockdown got rid of everything that made its predecessors stand out and kept the bad A.I. and even worse backstories. Even without the burden of living up to its predecessors, Lockdown is -- at best -- a generic shooter with pretensions at realism.
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  3. GameSpot
    80
    Lockdown for the PC is more tactical than the console versions and definitely a lot of fun, but it's still got a noticeable arcade flavor.
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