Bully

 PlayStation 2
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 711 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 623 out of 711
  2. Mixed: 53 out of 711
  3. Negative: 35 out of 711
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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees! b
  2. ElYeferson
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    In my opinion, this game gives you a great and memorable experience, personally my favorite Rockstar game, it has moments where it doesn't make sense, and still, you enjoy it, I recommend it in all aspects
  3. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    The game of my teenhood. I always thought this was so much better than GTA (it was more lighthearted - as crazy as it is to say Bully is lighthearted) and Jimmy Hopkins kinda helped me to stand my foot against schools bullies from there on. Great freaking game!
  4. dylansgaming48
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    this game is my 2nd fav video game ever made fun gameplay and story rockstar did a great job with bully i just really love it
  5. AgentLvi
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Excellent game. The story is so enjoyable, scoring is really great, visual is decent, and the voice is stunning
  6. IamNader
    May 20, 2023
    9
    This game never fails to amuse me, BULLY was for all the kids who could not convince their parents to buy them GTA - 9/10
  7. davitolucena
    May 12, 2023
    10
    Maior jogo já lançado da rockstar para o play2 joguei muito esse uma obra prima do play2 acho muito melhor que o gta San andreas
  8. Oni-baku
    Apr 12, 2023
    8
    Very underrated game, it has that special mood that other games don't have.
    Awesome soundtrack, great characters and awesome story.
  9. Marcus64
    Mar 9, 2023
    10
    ROCKSTARS, QUERO BULLY 2 AGORA!! Na minha mesa agora, quem pegou a época do ps2 sabe o quão bom esse jogo é, e sim, ele é melhor q gta!!
  10. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    8
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  11. Lyralei3
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    Самая уникальная и необычная игра от рокстар только про школьников
    К сожалению такие игры больше никто не делает, ибо похожей до сих пор не существует
  12. GVB
    Feb 1, 2023
    9
    It's more than a GTA with bikes (although in some sense it's an autoparody of those games). Has it's own soul, with a likeable kid who is angry with the world (and doesn't know why) and thinks he's the smartest guy in school (and he's not). I love it. Even with it's flaws (a weak plot, for example), at the end of the day it's a funny multi-layered experience with lots of things to do and collect.
  13. xZIULxx
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Brazilian linguage- Um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei EXTREMAMENTE divertido e com uma história muito boa
  14. Raymond86
    Jan 9, 2023
    8
    The Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption formula is applied seamlessly to academia.
  15. Kai82
    Dec 24, 2022
    10
    Also known as „Canis Canem Edit“ which is Latin for dog eat dog. It is an open world action adventure some called “Grand Theft School” but it has no crime or overburdened violence and it is not about bulling. Actually the main character puts the bullies into their place. The story is about the 15 year James Hopkins nicknamed Jimmy who is sent to the infamous boarding school BullworthAlso known as „Canis Canem Edit“ which is Latin for dog eat dog. It is an open world action adventure some called “Grand Theft School” but it has no crime or overburdened violence and it is not about bulling. Actually the main character puts the bullies into their place. The story is about the 15 year James Hopkins nicknamed Jimmy who is sent to the infamous boarding school Bullworth Academy. As new kid he has a bad standing and the school is not for the weak. He will however not stay at the bottom. I stop here to avoid spoilers. The story is excellent and relatable. Jimmy is an unpolished diamond and has a lot of character growth. All characters are fitting and genuine. You can relate to the story and characters. Gameplay wise it is an open world game but not all parts are open to you at the beginning. You have the school life, quests, minigames and mission. As you progress through the story you unlock more stuff. There is a lot to collect, buy and do. Think a bit like the Grand Theft Auto games but in school minus the crimes, violence and other things too overburdened for the setting. For example your weapons are stink bombs, fire crackers and itching powder. I like the gameplay as much as the story. You have always stuff to do, explore, collect or fight your way to the top. The presentation is nice but I think aged a bit. Lets say it was good for its time. While other reported about bugs I did not have any serious issues. Overall this was a surprisingly great game and won me over. I am hoping for a sequel or remake since many years.… Expand
  16. NiviZ
    Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Não tem o que falar o jogo é excelente.
    um combo de gráficos lindos para época trilha sonora impecável jogabilidade ótima.
    Uma obra de Arte ;)
  17. CoolBR
    Oct 17, 2022
    10
    Bully 2 is a Masterpiece. The game is so good that even now in 2022, more than 15 after its release the game is still funnier to play than most of the recent AAA games.

    It has one of the livest open worlds that I've ever seen, the fact that it sets in a school with different gangs of students (Nerds, Bullies, Richs boys, etc.) makes it seems so real. Even the city is so alive with    Bully 2 is a Masterpiece. The game is so good that even now in 2022, more than 15 after its release the game is still funnier to play than most of the recent AAA games.

    It has one of the livest open worlds that I've ever seen, the fact that it sets in a school with different gangs of students (Nerds, Bullies, Richs boys, etc.) makes it seems so real. Even the city is so alive with workers, rich and poor districts, it is all so well thought out.

    The story is also one of the best of all Rockstar games. IMO, it is better than any GTA story, maybe it is only worse than RDR2 story with many memorable characters and a great ending.

    Also, the OST is by far the best one in any game that I've played, the main theme is so good that I could hear for days straight.

    The graphics are obviously outdated but for its released time probably it was one of the best.

    The combat system for me is better than any GTA. I like way more that use the bare hands and non-lethal weapons to fight than lethal weapons. Lethal weapons are so boring, you just shot and the enemy is dead, bare hands are way funnier.    … Expand
  18. Thosevelvetygms
    Sep 12, 2022
    9
    A charming and unique game that still stands out, because there's really nothing that similar available even today. It's fantastic!
  19. MaxieZeus
    Sep 2, 2022
    8
    A classic open world game with an unique school setting with unique combat and unique characters. Overall a really unique game.
  20. DanThePerson
    Aug 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best PS2 games out there, always fun (even to replay or just messing around). This game is just simply amazing, great story, fantastic soundtrack, fun af gameplay, weird but cool atmosphere, and just overall pure fun. 10/10.
  21. Balor
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Ждём вторую часть с нетерпение, отличный сюжет и открытый мир, атмосфера на высоте
  22. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    9
    It's surprising to see how unique and inventive this game is. I can only hope a sequel can be made in this day and age.
  23. Raiipin
    Mar 25, 2022
    10
    Bully é um clássico, um jogo que esteve muito a frente de seu tempo, sinto muita felicidade em ter esse jogo como o meu favorito de todos os tempos, e ninguém tira ele desse lugar.
    A história do jogo é algo que me surpreende sempre, é muito bem detalhado, com easter eggs e tudo mais; As aulas são sempre divertidas e úteis; E os colecionáveis sempre me fazem ir atrás de cada um.
    Zerei    Bully é um clássico, um jogo que esteve muito a frente de seu tempo, sinto muita felicidade em ter esse jogo como o meu favorito de todos os tempos, e ninguém tira ele desse lugar.
    A história do jogo é algo que me surpreende sempre, é muito bem detalhado, com easter eggs e tudo mais; As aulas são sempre divertidas e úteis; E os colecionáveis sempre me fazem ir atrás de cada um.
    Zerei essa obra-prima com 100% de conclusão mais de 10 vezes.    … Expand
  24. Blitzscream
    Mar 11, 2022
    8
    A very underrated game tho i have spend 15 hour into this game and haven’t beat it yet the story is ok and the character arc of jimmy character is great and the combat system is great but the game need more Gary Smith tho
  25. Juanoldead
    Feb 5, 2022
    10
    Bully formó parte de mi adolescencia, lo juegué cuando trancurría la secundaría. Cada vez que recurría a él, me desconectaba un rato de mi realidad que no era muy buena. Era una persona muy vulnerable de ese entonces y por eso logré empatizar con Jimmy Hopkins. Gran juego con un excelente soundtrack.
  26. MetalRobot69
    Feb 4, 2022
    10
    Bully 2 is a Masterpiece. The game is so good that even now in 2022, more than 15 after its release the game is still funnier to play than most of the recent AAA games.

    It has one of the livest open worlds that I've ever seen, the fact that it sets in a school with different gangs of students (Nerds, Bullies, Richs boys, etc.) makes it seems so real. Even the city is so alive with    Bully 2 is a Masterpiece. The game is so good that even now in 2022, more than 15 after its release the game is still funnier to play than most of the recent AAA games.

    It has one of the livest open worlds that I've ever seen, the fact that it sets in a school with different gangs of students (Nerds, Bullies, Richs boys, etc.) makes it seems so real. Even the city is so alive with workers, rich and poor districts, it is all so well thought out.

    The story is also one of the best of all Rockstar games. IMO, it is better than any GTA story, maybe it is only worse than RDR2 story with many memorable characters and a great ending.

    Also, the OST is by far the best one in any game that I've played, the main theme is so good that I could hear for days straight.

    The graphics are obviously outdated but for its released time probably it was one of the best.

    The combat system for me is better than any GTA. I like way more that use the bare hands and non-lethal weapons to fight than lethal weapons. Lethal weapons are so boring, you just shot and the enemy is dead, bare hands are way funnier.    … Expand
  27. OliverAfton
    Nov 20, 2021
    9
    Bully is one of my favorite games I've ever played, but c'mon, the motivation necessary for a good made screenplay doesn't really exist. This prevents a 10.
  28. TooLateLouis
    Oct 29, 2021
    9
    Jimmy Hopkins, you Bi-Con!!! In a truly surprising and progressive move for the time - there is the ability to kiss all genders within the game. In 2006 and from this developer this was a MOVE that should be applauded even by today's standards. To go from hookers, blow and explosions to high school drama with such finesse is truly impressive. It was clear that the writers and developersJimmy Hopkins, you Bi-Con!!! In a truly surprising and progressive move for the time - there is the ability to kiss all genders within the game. In 2006 and from this developer this was a MOVE that should be applauded even by today's standards. To go from hookers, blow and explosions to high school drama with such finesse is truly impressive. It was clear that the writers and developers used this detour to prove that they could write compelling characters ahead of the launch of Red Dead Redemption and other later GTA games. There is no shortage of heavy real world issues occurring at Bullworth Academy including alcohol abuse, fallible adults and navigating power dynamics within the school system that go so far beyond towel whipping.
    Being Jimmy is a fun time. Skateboarding and biking make traversal a joy and classes provide a fun swath of mini-game challenges that reward you greatly for your success. This reviewer's only real complaints are that the in-game time moves too quickly and what causes the story to progress is in some ways unclear (base missions vs. classes and days). Additionally, there is little indication of when a class might be taking place so you may go several in-game days without returning to your favorite subject which is a bummer. Would have preferred to attend any class during school hours.
    Overall a treasured masterpiece within the Rockstar collection that should not be missed!    … Expand
  29. Ardho
    Aug 30, 2021
    9
    This game has a brilliant idea and is applied to the game very perfectly, the gameplay is super fun, the story is creative and the plot writing is good
  30. MaxSteelRocks
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    Might be the best PS2 game of all time. Everything from the map to the missions to the soundtrack is perfect.
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Awards & Rankings

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#6 Best PS2 Game of 2006
3
#3 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2006
5
#5 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2006

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Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. The A.V. Club
    83
    The first few minutes of Bully are claustrophobic and off-putting, but as soon as you and Jimmy settle in, the game becomes surprisingly endearing.
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  2. PSM3 Magazine UK
    93
    Immaculately designed and an absolute joy to play through. The best game of the year so far. [Dec 2006, p.22]
  3. Games Master UK
    90
    Characters are brilliant parodies of people we all know from school - the fat kid who smells of wee, the flirty art teacher, geeks who greet you with the word "salutations." The attention to detail and the jokes are what makes it so good, along with its "GTA"-like gameplay. [Dec 2006, p.80]
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