Gitaroo Man

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Koei
  • Release Date: Feb 19, 2002
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    70
    As a game to pick up here and there just to jam through, Gitaroo couldn't rock any harder. [Feb 2002, p.107]
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  2. PSM Magazine
    70
    A fun game for a while, offering players cool music a weird story, and intense gameplay. [Feb 2002, p.44]
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  3. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    68
    A great combination of frantic, Japanese guitar rock and wacky anime-inspired action. [Feb 2002, p.148]
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  5. XenGamers
    67
    The music alone will draw you back for a few repeat plays, just don’t expect it to last much longer than a single rental period.

Awards & Rankings

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#35 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#63 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 31
  3. Negative: 1 out of 31
  1. EmilyK
    Oct 4, 2003
    10
    This game is too addicting for it's own good. intuitive and fresh gameplay, awesome soundtrack, great voice talent, and a quirky andThis game is too addicting for it's own good. intuitive and fresh gameplay, awesome soundtrack, great voice talent, and a quirky and entertaining story makes this game stand out above all other rhythm games released.… Full Review »
  2. JohnY.
    Jan 29, 2005
    10
    This game just blows all others away. As classic as Parappa the Rapper was, Giratoo Man RULES!
  3. MattiasA.
    Oct 27, 2004
    10
    This game is one of the best games I've ever played, and I've played tons of games in my life. The music is so [Censor] good, and I This game is one of the best games I've ever played, and I've played tons of games in my life. The music is so [Censor] good, and I can't figure out how a game can be that good, please somebody tell me.… Full Review »
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