Bully

 PlayStation 2
User Score
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. BrianK.
    Apr 2, 2007
    10
    Great game, perhaps the best mini-games game ever, trying to pass the classes is the toughest part of the game, I highly recommend this game to anyone, It's GTA meets the Sims at a boarding school. Great hours of fun!
  2. JohnB.
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    "Bully" has the potential to be even more immersive than any of the GTA games, but I've only been playing it for 3 hours and have yet to leave the school grounds. So far it's a must-buy.
  3. AllistairP.
    Oct 21, 2006
    10
    Hated GTA. Loved Bully. If you felt the same, give this a try. You'll be surprised. Just damn fun, and so many hours of damned funness.
  4. AkramA.
    Dec 30, 2007
    10
    One of the most enjoyable original PS2 games ever... Excellent soundtrack... and a game worth playing for years!
  5. ElliottBolton
    Aug 29, 2005
    10
    I have to give this game a rating of 10, I mean come on! The potential for it to be one of Playstations 2's best games is second to none. Just think about it, roaming around the school doing what you like when you like, earning a bit of extra cash for yourself to upgrade your equipment. Think GTA but with a boy who doesn't take s**t from no-one. In my opinion it has got to beI have to give this game a rating of 10, I mean come on! The potential for it to be one of Playstations 2's best games is second to none. Just think about it, roaming around the school doing what you like when you like, earning a bit of extra cash for yourself to upgrade your equipment. Think GTA but with a boy who doesn't take s**t from no-one. In my opinion it has got to be one of the PS2's best games ever when it comes out.… Expand
  6. BirdMan
    Dec 13, 2006
    10
    This game is worth it just for the stellar mini-games. from arcades about monkey feces to boxing matchs to dodge ball to running paper routes to bike races to word scrambles to betting on freak shows (midget boxing, to name one) to just playing catch with random people (be careful not you hit `em in the head or you`ll start a fight) just to name a few. this is like Grand Theft Auto: This game is worth it just for the stellar mini-games. from arcades about monkey feces to boxing matchs to dodge ball to running paper routes to bike races to word scrambles to betting on freak shows (midget boxing, to name one) to just playing catch with random people (be careful not you hit `em in the head or you`ll start a fight) just to name a few. this is like Grand Theft Auto: Bullworth Acadamy! I can`t wait for Bully 2: Vice City High!!!… Expand
  7. BrianD.
    Oct 23, 2006
    10
    This game is for me one of the best and funniest games I have ever played.
  8. Freakersoft
    Oct 24, 2006
    10
    "Bully" is that kind of game that when you start playing you cant stop. There is so much to do in this game. It's fun, good graphics, good story and easy controls. This game is absolutely a wanna have!
  9. StephenS.
    Oct 26, 2006
    10
    Love this game! My PlayStation had been collecting dust for the past few months, but because of this game, it's hard for me to ever turn the damn thing off!
  10. mobius
    Nov 23, 2006
    10
    Now if your a decent gamer you will remember the fantastic game called Skool Daze on the old 8bit systems. this game is the unofficial continuation of that great game. if you want to try it out go to www.remakes.org and look for skool daze. or just go here to download it. http://retrospec.sgn.net/game-overview.php?link=ko99
  11. KeithH.
    Nov 5, 2006
    10
    I love Rockstar Games, and this was well worth the wait. It is so interactive. I starts out a little slow at first, but then really gets fun. It makes messing with people fun! Don't hesitate to buy this one.
  12. MikeG.
    Oct 17, 2006
    10
    All I have to say is wow. Don't rent, buy this game. It is amazing. It might keep me off my 360 for a while. Rockstar you guys know how to make a good game. Keep it up.
  13. MikeM.
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    I've only gotten about 10 % into the game so far but to me...it's the best sandbox type game out so far. It take Grand Theft Auto to the schoolyard. Instead of shotguns, you get itching powder, instead of knives, you get bags of marbles and instead of a sniper, you get a slingshot and much much more. I suggest this game to anyone. Good graphics, fun story. It has everything. I I've only gotten about 10 % into the game so far but to me...it's the best sandbox type game out so far. It take Grand Theft Auto to the schoolyard. Instead of shotguns, you get itching powder, instead of knives, you get bags of marbles and instead of a sniper, you get a slingshot and much much more. I suggest this game to anyone. Good graphics, fun story. It has everything. I can't say that this is the best PS2 game of all time but...it is very high up there.… Expand
  14. AlexO.
    Mar 11, 2007
    10
    I thought this game was revolutionary the story line was the best school pranking pranks I ever saw.
  15. JamieT.
    Nov 12, 2006
    10
    A masterpiece. This game is so much fun, you shouldn't resist buying it!
  16. MichaelJ.
    Dec 26, 2006
    10
    The best video game I have ever played in my life! Great game play, sound, graphics, all work together to give you an awesome expeirience! I LOVE IT!
  17. jAbMaN
    Jan 28, 2011
    10
    This game is between GTA and a school that has different cliques that are different from everyone else. I love it!!!! Also, Jimmy Hopkins is one of the best characters ever made and I love the way you attack cops and adults and trying to get away from being caught by them.
  18. Captain_Morgan
    Sep 28, 2012
    10
    Outstanding game. It has a unique atmosphere to it. The music, the characters, the school and town of Bullworth, the playfulness... everything blends together and creates one of those games you fall in love with and never forget.
  19. sorpaqq
    Sep 15, 2011
    10
    Awesome game with great dialogue, characters and gameplay. The school setting of the game is very unique and should be used more in games. One more thing is that when I first heard about this game I couldn't believe that people were complaining about a game that no one knew anything about.
  20. Ps3blaze22
    Feb 12, 2012
    10
    Bully is by FAR.. The BEST game on xbox 360, its by far the most underrated game ever... The story is AMAZING!!! Ø
  21. Mohammad22
    Mar 6, 2012
    10
    MOST UNDERRATED GAME EVER!!!!!!

    I just dont get how can people dislike this game.. It AMAZING! The story is really, the characters are really likeable, and the game is FUN,, i recommend this game to EVERYONE!
  22. Zilcell
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This original title has a great story as well as a fun world to explore. This school setting feels like a whole new idea despite being so old. Despite a few flaws visually, I know you'll enjoy this game, especially its humor.
  23. JimCorbett
    Nov 25, 2013
    10
    One of the best open world games I've ever played. I still find myself replaying it even to this day. A Rockstar classic that definitely deserves a sequel.
  24. AwesomeGamer
    Mar 6, 2012
    10
    MOST UNDERRATED GAME EVER!!!!!!

    I just dont get how can people dislike this game.. It AMAZING! The story is really, the characters are really likeable, and the game is FUN,, i recommend this game to EVERYONE!
  25. potatoes351
    Aug 29, 2012
    10
    Bully is probably the best game on PS2. Its outrageous high school story and brilliant gameplay mechanics make this game an instant classic. Jimmy Hopkins is a 15 year old delinquent, after his mother re-marries he is sent to boarding school at Bullworth Academy. there he finds new friends, new enemies and new love in his journey to bring order to Bullworth and retake the school back fromBully is probably the best game on PS2. Its outrageous high school story and brilliant gameplay mechanics make this game an instant classic. Jimmy Hopkins is a 15 year old delinquent, after his mother re-marries he is sent to boarding school at Bullworth Academy. there he finds new friends, new enemies and new love in his journey to bring order to Bullworth and retake the school back from the bullies.… Expand
  26. alanbessa
    Feb 24, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece.

    Funny, incredibly fun with an crazy story. What a incredible game.
  27. GamersLikeABoss
    Nov 10, 2012
    10
    a really old game but played it for 3 years stilll never gets bored and really worth to buy it even though it s 2012. i think rockstar should make bully2 and i did worte a fanfic about Bully which...well i am still working on the fanfic
  28. XsanderCage
    Sep 14, 2013
    10
    This is the BEST Rockstar game. And Yes, I write this in 2013. Developers extremely clearly bring the School Spirit in this game. And this is one of the best PS2 games.
  29. laymonage
    Nov 29, 2013
    10
    So much fun, like a teen version of Grand Theft Auto games. Good soundtrack, nice story, and great gameplay. I had a lot of fun with it. Definitely worth playing.
  30. eduardohhonesko
    Mar 12, 2019
    10
    bully is one of the most fun games i ever played. combat system is great, good graphics, the gameplay is easy to adapt, and the characters are well made, the game aged really well. just like the grand theft auto series and red dead redemption series this game is a masterpiece from rockstar
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#6 Best 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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