Gallop Racer 2006

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Tecmo
  • Release Date: May 2, 2006
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
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  1. GamingTrend
    88
    This is not a title to sit down and play five minutes worth before you run out for errands. But if you devote some time to learning about horses and the racing itself, Gallop Racer 2006 is surprisingly rewarding.
  2. IGN
    85
    For fans of horses, racing, stats, or high functioning autistics this title stocks plenty to do. Tack on decent graphics and challenging (but not impossible) learning curve and you've got one satisfying niche title and a surprisingly great and wicked way to get your pony fix.
  3. Digital Entertainment News
    84
    The new design segments game play dramatically, but the core excitement of horse racing is brought across more than ever in Gallop Racer 2006.
  5. GameZone
    83
    Despite that small problem, Gallop Racer 2006 is a small improvement from the last installment. With even more addicting betting, stat managing and racing, Gallop Racer 2006 improved for the better.
  6. TotalPlayStation
    80
    At the end of the day, though, you're still going to have to have a real interest in the sport.
  7. GameShark
    75
    Still, it's as good as it gets in terms of an arcade horse racing game, and it's impossible to deny its addictive qualities. It's just a shame that Tecmo took the series into this more solitary direction.
  8. Worth Playing
    75
    As engrossing and deep as Gallop Racer 2006 is, it's still a horse-racing simulation, after all. This severely limits the appeal of the game, as most people are probably more interested in managing a football franchise or a baseball team than a horse farm.

Awards & Rankings

80
#80 Best PS2 Game of 2006
64
#64 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2006

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. Jollyjoe1000
    Jun 5, 2016
    9
    This game gave this game series a high note with its slightly better graphical capabilities it stands up to the rest of the games very wellThis game gave this game series a high note with its slightly better graphical capabilities it stands up to the rest of the games very well with its own style and twist.… Full Review »
  2. TonyaD.
    Jan 8, 2007
    9
    I'm new to GR. After playing BCC I like GR for the most part, but there are a few things I would change. I dont like the fact that you I'm new to GR. After playing BCC I like GR for the most part, but there are a few things I would change. I dont like the fact that you can only race one horse at a time. Once you pick a MyHorse to race you are stuck with it until it wins so many races. I do like the breeding aspect of the game, trying to find the perfect combo. I did figure out to edit a F horse into a "Super Horse" in Simulation mode and then race it in Theme Park mode to win lots of money so I can breed to my hearts content.… Full Review »
  3. DavidK.
    Jun 23, 2006
    9
    excellent, just takes many ours of betting breeding racing.
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