Ape Escape: Pumped & Primed

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Oct 20, 2004
Metascore
61

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 21
  3. Negative: 3 out of 21
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  1. GamerFeed
    40
    If turning the third installment into a party game is Sony's idea of fun, then the franchise (if you can even call it that) is dead. I like the cel-shaded graphics and the music is all right, but the gameplay is a huge let down, especially when you consider the other party games on the market.
  2. Warcry
    40
    Unfortunately, I defeated the entire game in about 3 hours.
  3. G4 TV
    40
    Maybe if the characters were more iconic. Maybe if this would’ve been a true sequel instead of a party game. Maybe if the game were fun. Maybe if monkeys could tango.

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7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
  1. Medoagamer
    Nov 30, 2021
    9
    Ape escape pumped and primed while a little ruff in some areas, is a misunderstood party game masterpiece, and a must have for any ps2 owner,Ape escape pumped and primed while a little ruff in some areas, is a misunderstood party game masterpiece, and a must have for any ps2 owner, especially for die hard ape escape fans like me. Though it's on the more rare side, so it's going to cost quite a bit. The game never saw a release in Europe/Oceana so those living in PAL regions will especially have a hard time trying to find one. Though if you do, it's more than worth it. Party game junkie or not, definitely find a copy or ROM of ape escape pumped and primed.… Full Review »
  2. MedoElNaby
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Pumped & Primed is one of ape escape's greatest games, and it's a danm shame that many didn't give a fair chance. Especially many mainstreamPumped & Primed is one of ape escape's greatest games, and it's a danm shame that many didn't give a fair chance. Especially many mainstream game journalist at the time (G4's review is trash) the gameplay is a far more skill based style of party game that works very and feels very "ape escape" esc. The controls are some, if not the best the series has ever seen. The story while missable and hard to follow is an really outstanding once one get's the hang of it, and holy crap I love the characters. I love the old ones, I love the new ones, and the intermissions are just the best. And don't even get me started on the music. Hands down, the best in the whole series and no one can tell me otherwise. If you find a copy of this game. PLEASE play it. It's very likely you will enjoy it, ape escape fan or not. Party game fan or not. Ape escape: Pumped & Primed is amazing.… Full Review »
  3. Untitled94
    Aug 25, 2017
    7
    It was a pretty decent party game, though could've been a little better. The controls aren't really the best, but they handle well enough.It was a pretty decent party game, though could've been a little better. The controls aren't really the best, but they handle well enough. Some weird things can happen here and there, like weird live action videos, so that's pretty charming. Most mini games are fun when you can get use to them. It's not as good as the main AE games, but it's a good spin-off.… Full Review »
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