BloodRayne

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
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  1. Maxim Online
    80
    Confused by the sometimes clunky camera angles? You can deliver your skull-smashing, thong-flashing high kicks in soothing slow motion.
  2. GameSpy
    73
    Despite some nice features, the overly repetitive gameplay will probably wear thin after a bit.
  3. Gamers' Temple
    81
    It doesn’t seem to take itself too seriously, yet it provides some good gaming.
  5. IGN
    75
    Too monotonous to appeal to the masses, and not varied enough to keep fans of the game returning, I think that Bloodrayne is a decent attempt at something different, but ends up being a little too much like the rest of the pack.
  6. PSX Nation
    50
    Lacks the longevity, punch, fun factor (grows too boring and repetitive way too fast) and replayability that separates the best free-roaming hack-and-slash games from the rest.
  7. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    73
    I liked it. In fact, after the rather bland first level, I couldn't put it down. There's just so much to do. [Dec 2002, p.202]
  8. GameNow
    75
    My biggest beef with the game is that it never really feels like your hits are connecting. [Dec 2002, p.64]
  9. GameSpot
    72
    The slow start can make BloodRayne a tough game to stick with.
  10. Total Video Games
    60
    The controls and camera cause frustration, the visuals severely disappoint, whilst the combat begins to grate after a short time and leaves very little to carry on with.
  11. Game Informer
    80
    Wehn BloodRayne breaks into an attack she is as fidgety as Bart Simpson on a Slurpee rush. [Nov 2002, p.127]
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  12. GameZone
    84
    Like a good horror movie, BloodRayne is one of those guilty pleasures that will be sure to keep those action gamers’ thirst for action more than quenched.
  13. TotalGames.net
    60
    There's nothing about it that really makes us want to recommend it, or play it for any extended period of time. We think this is simply because by today's standards, it's very average.
  14. PSM Magazine
    60
    The perfect example of a decent game with a lot of wasted potential. [Dec 2002, p.52]
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  15. GamePro
    90
    It’s a fast and furious action/adventure that oozes style (among other things) but still delivers all the gameplay goods.
  16. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    80
    BloodRayne might surprise you as one of the best bloodsucking adventures outside of Nosgoth.
  17. Entertainment Weekly
    91
    Agent Bloodrayne's acrobatic dexterity and quick response time would make Trinity jealous. [1 Nov 2002, p.77]
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  18. Play Magazine
    80
    I welled up every time she said "f--ker" or went into her slow-motion death dance after killing a particularly high-ranking official. [Nov 2002, p.77]
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  19. GamerWeb Sony
    45
    They toss some gore and sex into the mix and hope to distract us from the fact that it’s a really average action-adventure game.

Awards & Rankings

80
#80 Best PS2 Game of 2002
65
#65 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
28
#28 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 46 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 46
  3. Negative: 3 out of 46
  1. BrettS.
    Jun 3, 2004
    10
    Realistic Nazis,Great graphics,cool storyline,and the main character is great.I can't wait for Bloodrayne 2.
  2. RicochetPhoenix
    Jan 20, 2013
    3
    The graphics have aged horribly, and the controls are awful. Fighting with the controls happens more frequently than fighting with the enemiesThe graphics have aged horribly, and the controls are awful. Fighting with the controls happens more frequently than fighting with the enemies (who pose no threat to Rayne at all). The opening chapter is tedious and not what you'd want from this game, and the final boss is ridiculously tedious as well. This just isn't a good game, and as much as I wanted to like it, I cannot recommend it on any level. Play Bloodrayne 2 instead.… Full Review »
  3. Kadeemluvmusic
    Aug 13, 2011
    9
    BloodRayne still kicking some tail from triumph (BloodRayne 1 & 2 games/comics) to utter tragedy (Uwe Boil's awful BloodRayne movies).BloodRayne still kicking some tail from triumph (BloodRayne 1 & 2 games/comics) to utter tragedy (Uwe Boil's awful BloodRayne movies). But the original game is the best damn PS2 game period. I have some major problems with the bugs and loading screens, but with stylin' graphics, punishing moves, and a sexy gothic dhampir with an attitude problem, trust me. She can handle it her own way by using her sharp blades and feeds her passion for blood and more blood. Can't wait till Betrayal coming out soon on PSN. I wonder they could put both BloodRayne games and turn it into an HD experience.… Full Review »
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