Bully

 PlayStation 2
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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
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Awards & Rankings

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

Critic Reviews

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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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