American Idol

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5.2

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  • Summary: [Also known as "Pop Idol"] Complete with a computer generated Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell, with trademark insults, American Idol is a music-based, rhythm -action game that will allow you to style a contestant for the competition. Once you have created your Idol you?ll see[Also known as "Pop Idol"] Complete with a computer generated Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell, with trademark insults, American Idol is a music-based, rhythm -action game that will allow you to style a contestant for the competition. Once you have created your Idol you?ll see your contestant through the auditions, various heats and then fingers crossed make it to the grand finale. However, if your contestant squeals and howls out of tune then prepare for heartache as Simon delivers one of his famous comments before you get booted off the show.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 14
  3. Negative: 9 out of 14
  1. Next Level Gaming
    72
    Is it the next "DDR?" No. Will a 13 year old girl love this game? Yeah, I think so.
  2. Game Informer
    63
    Nothing more than an unpolished, but promising, rhythm title. [Feb 2004, p.103]
  3. Total Video Games
    60
    It’s a very simple concept, if you’re a Pop Idol fan then you’ve probably already put in your pre-order for this game, if you’re not then it’s better left staying away from this game it’s simply too shallow and doesn’t last long enough to warrant more then a rent.
  4. Gamenikki
    40
    The recipient of the "Coaster of the Year" award. Beer steins everywhere are smiling.
  5. GamerFeed
    40
    There's a decent selection of songs, but the frequent loading, limited game play and repetitive nature of the title just make it too boring for most to handle after a handful of sessions with the game.
  6. Gamer.tv
    40
    Overall it seems like the production attitude was, to quote the Simon Cowell-managed Westlife, "Hey, whatever." A very poor cash-in, and one to avoid.
  7. GamingWorld X
    10
    One of those rare games that make you wonder how it is even authorized to be sold for a profit.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 4 out of 9
  1. BruceE.
    Jan 24, 2004
    10
    It should be an 11.5+
  2. EM
    Feb 9, 2005
    10
    I think this game is brilliant! I can't put it down!
  4. Ih8simoncowell
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    I HATE SIMON COWELL SO MUCH I WANT TO SHOOT HIM 328 TIMES, THROW HIM DOWN A RIVER AND DROP HIM OFF OF A CLIFF. But other than that pretty good game
  5. NikkiStar
    Jan 18, 2004
    7
    It gets pretty good, but when you get into it, you look around and get bored. Not to mention, the graphics are awesome, but when they rate It gets pretty good, but when you get into it, you look around and get bored. Not to mention, the graphics are awesome, but when they rate you, when you go in kareoke, it made me mad. They DON'T know what they're hearing, so, otherwise, this game has its ups and downs....… Expand
  6. HenrikS.
    Jun 7, 2007
    3
    Well, much like the show itself. Repetitive, boring, and not worth the time spent on it.
  7. RobertA.
    Jan 2, 2004
    3
    This game has some loose edges. if you look away for one second, you just might find something better to do. not to fun.
  8. EldonT.
    Mar 7, 2004
    0
    I hated it. it was a terrible game. and do you know what the saddest part is? I saw it at Wal-Mart, played it, came back the next day and theyI hated it. it was a terrible game. and do you know what the saddest part is? I saw it at Wal-Mart, played it, came back the next day and they replaced it. dont buy it. if you REALLY want to play it, borrow it from a friend or, if you're desperate, wait 6 months and buy it for $5.99.… Expand

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#85 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003