Bully

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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 711 Ratings

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  1. filemonsega
    Jun 12, 2017
    9
    Bully é um otimo jogo misturando escola com mundo aberto, nao tendo sequencia ate agora, somente com uma expansão para PC, wii e xbox 360.
    Bully é um jogo que se passa em uma escola chamada bullworth academy aonde o protagonista jimmy precisa sobreviver aos valentões , alem de conseguir amigos e conhecer mais sobre os grupos da escola, assim como os nerds, valentões, atletas e por ai vai,    Bully é um otimo jogo misturando escola com mundo aberto, nao tendo sequencia ate agora, somente com uma expansão para PC, wii e xbox 360.
    Bully é um jogo que se passa em uma escola chamada bullworth academy aonde o protagonista jimmy precisa sobreviver aos valentões , alem de conseguir amigos e conhecer mais sobre os grupos da escola, assim como os nerds, valentões, atletas e por ai vai, o gameplay do game é fluido , para um jogo de 2006 ele tem ótimos gráficos, uma historia rica em personagens carismáticos, alem de ser possivel zoar a escola, bater em outros alunos, ajudar outros alunos e causar o caos, mas com pessoas indo atras de você para te pegar, lembra muito policia em gta, aqui temos os monitores e depois a policia mesmo, se voce curte essa pegada mais gta é bom dar uma chance para ele.    … Expand
  2. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Sep 30, 2019
    9
    "Bully" isn't exactly GTA set in high school, but it does have that Rockstar Games touch. Surprisingly, the game is rated 'T', so there is no graphic violence, sexual content or profanity. However, it is extremely crass. Gameplay revolves around high school life. As troublemaker Billy Hopkins, your job is to excel in classes, while making life miserable for those around you. The game takes"Bully" isn't exactly GTA set in high school, but it does have that Rockstar Games touch. Surprisingly, the game is rated 'T', so there is no graphic violence, sexual content or profanity. However, it is extremely crass. Gameplay revolves around high school life. As troublemaker Billy Hopkins, your job is to excel in classes, while making life miserable for those around you. The game takes place during an entire school semester. It's charming and fun, but not very challenging. While the open-world environment is great, you're never given full freedom since Billy is a teen that must attend school everyday. The game is very good, but it's not a masterpiece. Overall, I would rate this with a 9 out of 10.… Expand
  3. Balor
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Ждём вторую часть с нетерпение, отличный сюжет и открытый мир, атмосфера на высоте
  4. AKthaBeast
    May 4, 2018
    9
    Just like the majority of anything Rockstar games touch, this game excels in many different ways.
  5. BenDavies
    Sep 20, 2018
    9
    The main protagonist - Jimmy Hopkins is something, he isn't like any other main protagonists in GTA, he's a school-kid. But to be fair, this game blew my mind. Who knew that you could've got the experience of GTA in a style of school life? Pretty well made Rockstar, forget the GTA games Bully 2 is what I need.
  6. Clarense
    Dec 7, 2018
    9
    Um dos jogos que marcaram minha vida! Extremamente divertido, ótima história e personagens. Rockstar mostrando que não tem medo de ousar.
  7. SunshineScam
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    Fantastic game, but not the most polished. Some things seem rushed, and way too many things were cut from the final game. Bully on PS2/3/4 is the most polished version, and is the one I’d recommend.
  8. shootingstars99
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    Fun game to mess around in and be goofy, and once the city is unlocked the game becomes infinitely more fun with pranks to civilians and getting away on a bike being one of the funnest parts of the game. The story line is goofy and zany. It is just downright crazy fun, and getting into some virtual mischief in Bully is a hell of a lot of fun!
  9. HarleyVon
    Dec 11, 2019
    9
    Loved this game growing up. The characters and plot are fantastic. I hope some day it gets remastered.
  10. YigidOx2
    Feb 12, 2021
    9
    If only Rockstar were a company that made Remastered. One of Rockstar's most underrated but best games. I think it's an advanced game for its time.
  11. neojotic
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    Another classic from Rockstar games! Rockstar really solidified themselves in gen 6 but this one flies under the radar a lot as it was pulled from shelves at the time it was released. A must play if you're a fan of Midnight Club, GTA, Red Dead or any other game developed by Rockstar.

    Rockstar's logo is a stamp of approval and quality.
  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. Icegoose
    Jan 25, 2021
    9
    I'm a bit late but Bully is a very enjoyable game. Even today it still holds up.
  14. Maxbr123
    Feb 1, 2021
    9
    É um dos melhores jogos da rockstar ,um pouco experiência diferente e marcante
  15. xounas
    Mar 13, 2021
    9
    This game is incredible, the story is good and it has mechanics that, although they were released a long time ago, are very modern and good, it deserved a remake, it would be incredible to see this game with the graphics of today.
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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.
  19. AgentLvi
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Excellent game. The story is so enjoyable, scoring is really great, visual is decent, and the voice is stunning
  20. 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.
  21. 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!
  22. 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
  23. CraigJ.
    Oct 30, 2006
    8
    A revolutionary game that works from the genius of GTA to make a spectacular and gripping game.
  24. Noir
    Oct 23, 2006
    8
    Long load times. Funky camera work. A little tedious but very, very fun.
  25. KevinR.
    Jan 29, 2007
    8
    A great game that paints a beautiful, satirical tapestry of New England-style prep schools. However, it is simply too short.
  26. GaryM.
    Nov 18, 2006
    8
    I might sound like this is one of the funnest games ever, but that is because this is one of the funnest games... EVER! I give it an '8', because it could have been so much more (camera goes haywire at times; missions are somewhat scarce; I've had it with scavenger hunting!). However, if I had to decide betweeen GTA and Bully, then Bully wins by a landslide. I bet anything I might sound like this is one of the funnest games ever, but that is because this is one of the funnest games... EVER! I give it an '8', because it could have been so much more (camera goes haywire at times; missions are somewhat scarce; I've had it with scavenger hunting!). However, if I had to decide betweeen GTA and Bully, then Bully wins by a landslide. I bet anything that Bully 2(?) will bully and demand the players to beg for more. Buy it or rent it. You will not be dissapointed.… Expand
  27. Tim
    Nov 18, 2006
    8
    Bully is brilliant, addictive and an absolute riot to play. The only quibble is that most of the storyline missions tend to be fairly easy and straightforward, not needing the strategy and different approaches it took to complete the best of the GTA missions. Still, though, the sense of a living environment and characters is fantastic.
  28. BlacksitePSU
    Oct 6, 2011
    8
    A breath of fresh air for the sandbox genre, Bully is a well-written game from the people who put the GTA franchise on the map. What's really charming about this game is the fact that every character, whether they're central to the story or just a random pedestrian you find walking on the streets, has their own unique look and personality. Due to the hardware the game is running on, youA breath of fresh air for the sandbox genre, Bully is a well-written game from the people who put the GTA franchise on the map. What's really charming about this game is the fact that every character, whether they're central to the story or just a random pedestrian you find walking on the streets, has their own unique look and personality. Due to the hardware the game is running on, you might experience some pop-in and a sound glitch that mutes certain characters and environmental ambient sounds (although the latter is really rare) while playing the game. In the end, Bully is a truly unique gaming experience that offers plenty of bang for your buck.… Expand
  29. sityoazzdown
    Jun 8, 2014
    8
    Ahh.. Bully 2, a very unique game from rockstar, who usually makes ultra violent games. This game ain't nessecarily kid friendly, but just enough action/violence with a very unique setting in that of a private school. The gameplay itself was very diverse (minigames for classes, the weapons, a outer city away from the school, etc). The atmosphere was really cool, you got the preps, jocks,Ahh.. Bully 2, a very unique game from rockstar, who usually makes ultra violent games. This game ain't nessecarily kid friendly, but just enough action/violence with a very unique setting in that of a private school. The gameplay itself was very diverse (minigames for classes, the weapons, a outer city away from the school, etc). The atmosphere was really cool, you got the preps, jocks, nerds, etc just like in real life. The story was pretty good, although the game can get repititive with not much to do if you don't follow the main storyline. Overall, I remember enjoying this game a lot, something different, and just enough action, with an amazing atmosphere.… Expand
  30. CakeEngine
    Aug 9, 2013
    8
    To be honest, I don't enjoy any of the GTA games when it went into full 3D besides GTA IV because of its next-gen engine. Otherwise they're too frustrating for me. Though this game haven't aged at all. It's still just as fun as it was back in 2006 and still is one of my favorite sandbox games.
    Instead of stealing cars, you're stealing bicycles which is handled well! Instead of clunky    To be honest, I don't enjoy any of the GTA games when it went into full 3D besides GTA IV because of its next-gen engine. Otherwise they're too frustrating for me. Though this game haven't aged at all. It's still just as fun as it was back in 2006 and still is one of my favorite sandbox games.
    Instead of stealing cars, you're stealing bicycles which is handled well! Instead of clunky shooting, it's fun beat 'em up-gameplay with easy combos which can be somewhat clunky at times. There are some shooting which in my opinion is alot better than GTA's, though it's a bit too easy.
    The story is also great. Think of GTA if it was more chlidish.

    But the game isn't perfect: The city isn't so big and is kinda linear. Escaping the school guards and even the police is too easy since no-one in the city seems to have worked out as much as a 14 year old child.

    If you love GTA, you might not like this game as much. But in my opinion: it beats out any GTA    … Expand
  31. Malamar
    Oct 6, 2014
    8
    This is a game that you wanna get. Rock star did a great job making the plot/story on this game and the characters its a stereotypical school with Jocks Nerds Preps Bullies and Greasers. This game is basically GTA but with kids its a amazing free roam world with a non-repeating plot. Over all its a great game if you causing trouble and having fun doing it
  32. MarshallCavalli
    Aug 15, 2019
    8
    A GTA clone that is just as good as those games as well. Not only that but they have improved a lot of the mechanics and really have an iconic lead that will be remembered for years to come.
  33. tiner1vg
    Feb 23, 2020
    8
    i haven't played every single rockstar game. but out of the selection of r* ive played, dis has gotta be the most enjoyable. dis isn't a large open world game (at least not on GTA scales) so it doesnt suffer from empty open world syndrome. although, like san andreas, the world is slowly opened to u thru plot devices. this works better for bully than SA because i feel the pacing of bully isi haven't played every single rockstar game. but out of the selection of r* ive played, dis has gotta be the most enjoyable. dis isn't a large open world game (at least not on GTA scales) so it doesnt suffer from empty open world syndrome. although, like san andreas, the world is slowly opened to u thru plot devices. this works better for bully than SA because i feel the pacing of bully is a lot faster. I wont say that i prefer this cast over SA, but i do think it stands above the other r* ps2 games (especially RDR.) IDK if I can say anything else about this game dat really justifies the high score. I just really really enjoyed my time clocking dis.… Expand
  34. Arya977
    Jan 11, 2021
    8
    Gameplay..............Amazing
    Graphics................Great
    Story.......................Great
    Score.....................Great
  35. Raymond86
    Jan 9, 2023
    8
    The Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption formula is applied seamlessly to academia.
  36. Sarian263
    Mar 16, 2021
    8
    A game very similar to GTA made by the people who made GTA? And it takes place in a school? That is Bully and as a game a it is a very good one at that. This is a PS2 Classic that has been remastered on a number of consoles since then. That should give you testament to how much of a classic this game is. And for a number of reasons at that.

    In regards to the story, you play as Jimmy    A game very similar to GTA made by the people who made GTA? And it takes place in a school? That is Bully and as a game a it is a very good one at that. This is a PS2 Classic that has been remastered on a number of consoles since then. That should give you testament to how much of a classic this game is. And for a number of reasons at that.

    In regards to the story, you play as Jimmy Hopkins after he has been sent to Bullworth Academy (A boarding school) what follows from here is your typical run of the mill rockstar story we have all come to love. You start making friends and start moving up the popularity ranks in the school while also dealing with the harsh realities of school life (Bullies, School work, truancy etc) Story wise it isnt the best in my personal opinion but for the setting it is in, it does a good job and fleshes out the characters well.

    Gameplay is the biggest draw for this game. When you mention this game to people, the thing that springs to mind is "GTA in School" and this is very true for this game. Like in GTA you can goof about and cause mayhem and destruction (but remember the setting so you can't go overboard with guns and explosives etc). And you have to go to classes to learn but you have the option of not going at all and instead mess about instead while on the watch for the prefects who act as the police so to speak. Like I say, it gives you the freedom to play how you want to play like GTA does but with the backdrop of school life which I think worked really well for it.

    In conclusion, Bully is yet another excellent game to add to the excellent Rockstar Games portfolio of games. Yes it is a bit stripped back compared to its GTA counterpart but given the setting etc, I still think it works well and holds up very well to this day!    … Expand
  37. piercetheemo
    May 18, 2021
    8
    great story and original af. the soundtrack is so cool this game is so underrated

    i have such a place for this game in my heart
  38. 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
  39. 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.
  40. 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.
  41. 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.
  42. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees! b
  43. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    7
    The game is fun, but it felt too clunky and the game looks washed out. Still has creative elements and I ultimately enjoyed it. But it's nothing great.
  44. SrPepe
    Oct 29, 2017
    7
    Es un concepto raro e innovador, y admito que es divertido. Personalmente me aburrió pasada la mitad del juego, pero igualmente es un gran juego de PS2.
  45. Jackthegamer
    Sep 13, 2022
    7
    Like it. Good soundtrack and atmosphere. Sad that we might never see a sequel.
  46. Huzy1
    Aug 1, 2020
    7
    Played the game on both PS2 & PS4 and loved playing it again. Unique Rockstar game which deserves a sequel.
  47. 34m2121
    Jul 4, 2023
    7
    Eşi benzerine çok az rastladığımız bir oyun Bully.Aşırı eğlenceli bir oyun.
  48. dr-kenobi
    Sep 7, 2022
    7
    Цікавий рокстарівський експеримент. Пошпілити в це в шкільні часи - топ. Зараз звісно unplayable
  49. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 28, 2023
    7
    AKA Canis Canem Edit, the Rockstar formula goes to school in this hybrid of Grange Hill and Grand Theft Auto. As playable as the other GTA games on the console, but the one single environment obviously has a lot less scope and variety.
  50. carlosgtardon
    Jun 10, 2014
    6
    Un juego terriblemente polémico por el tema escogido, a nivel de mecánicas es muy similar a los GTA pero al intervenir menores y tener "fatalities" de humillación generó un gran debate. Otra curiosidad histórica.
  51. GabbaGabba
    Aug 22, 2022
    5
    One of the best ps2 games i’ve ever played. Great plot, unique idea, addicting gameplay, very few terrible missions, music is also very good.
  52. Xrayplayer
    May 7, 2021
    3
    what the hell is this what was I playing!!!. this is got to be one of the dumbest games that Rockstar ever developed. the graphics are so ugly even for a game released in 2006 just look at the character models it's gross, the story is weird the whole concept is just dumb playing as a kid in school and bullying people or stop the bullying or whatever you are doing in the game it's just sowhat the hell is this what was I playing!!!. this is got to be one of the dumbest games that Rockstar ever developed. the graphics are so ugly even for a game released in 2006 just look at the character models it's gross, the story is weird the whole concept is just dumb playing as a kid in school and bullying people or stop the bullying or whatever you are doing in the game it's just so stupid, the taking over the school part made me cringe and roll my eyes the characters are weird and the dialogues are very cringey and the whole story is just stupid as hell.

    The gameplay at least can be fun the beat em mechanics are fine and running around causing chaos is fun but it gets old very quickly, yes the map gets bigger but there's nothing you do other than changing your character appearance and the class minegame thing is lame and half of the missions are boring, but where the hell is this stupid idea came from " kissing girls can boost your health" what kinda game is this ,, in gta a hot coffee mode and then they came up with this stupid idea what kinda company Rockstar are trying to be WTH the problem is a lot of those games sold very high and a lot kids are playing it, maybe some kids have played bully and learned how to be disrespectful bullying and abusive maniacs, but at least from a gameplay standpoint it's a masterpiece compared to san andreas.    … Expand
  53. ccrogers15
    Nov 22, 2011
    0
    Horrible graphics, lacking plot line, bad character developement is what makes this horrible game an outcast of all Rockstars products. And whats sad, is i heard number 2 is coming. OH GOD NO! Please do not buy this trash of a game. Use the money on obscure 1 or 2, gta IV, or something decent.
  54. joao_da_silva
    Aug 7, 2023
    0
    Awful graphics, awful character, WORST FIGHTING SYSTEM EVER, and WORST community. Thais sh*t is th WORST game EVER made in the entre universe. F*ck you rockstar than develop This piece of garbage.
  55. Stnr
    Jun 25, 2023
    0
    Another timeless game and one of the best of its generation, this game is on par with Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves and Devil May Cry 3. Everything about it is awesome, fresh, and revolutionary, with no discernible flaws. It's a true masterpiece that sets a new standard for gaming. It would be great to see Rockstar create something new and fresh like Bully and continue pushing the boundariesAnother timeless game and one of the best of its generation, this game is on par with Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves and Devil May Cry 3. Everything about it is awesome, fresh, and revolutionary, with no discernible flaws. It's a true masterpiece that sets a new standard for gaming. It would be great to see Rockstar create something new and fresh like Bully and continue pushing the boundaries of creativity and storytelling.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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