Gitaroo Man

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Koei
  • Release Date: Feb 19, 2002
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
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  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 and entertaining story makes this game stand out above all other rhythm games released.
  2. NickH.
    Jun 11, 2002
    10
    All your base are belong to us! Make your time. As far as the rhythm action genre goes this game is by far one of the most challenging yet entertaining. The music sticks in your head and kicks ass all at the same time. These are songs you want to be humming in class. Addictive and inventive, rhythm action fans have a new must have game for their collections.
  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 can't figure out how a game can be that good, please somebody tell me.
  4. JohnY.
    Jan 29, 2005
    10
    This game just blows all others away. As classic as Parappa the Rapper was, Giratoo Man RULES!
  5. Nick
    Jun 25, 2002
    10
    I have just played the demo and I'm hooked already can't wait for it's release in uk, move over Pa'crapper! This dude is commin in with a criticle soundtrack and style galore!
  6. Enthasius
    Jun 27, 2002
    9
    I've only got the single stage demo, but im hooked to it anyway, I can't wait to get my axe-strumming hands on the full game!
  7. MattW.
    Mar 23, 2002
    9
    I am a huge fan of the rythym/music genre, and I would have to say that this is the best entry into the genre yet. This game has the best original music I have ever heard in a video game. It also is very innovative, in the way that you use the left analog stick to "play" the gitaroo. Buy this now.
  8. JonathanN.
    May 30, 2002
    8
    It is very hard but is a good game it have good challenges and the songs are pretty good.
  9. AvianS.
    Jul 3, 2002
    8
    Having never really played many rhythm games, I was a bit wary of this one. I played a demo of stage 2 and that funky synth Flying-O got me hooked! I just bought the UK version and the other stages fit in really well, surely accomodating any music taste. The concept is refreshing, the graphics are cutesy but fun and the soundtrack is so addictive that I dare anyone who has played it to go Having never really played many rhythm games, I was a bit wary of this one. I played a demo of stage 2 and that funky synth Flying-O got me hooked! I just bought the UK version and the other stages fit in really well, surely accomodating any music taste. The concept is refreshing, the graphics are cutesy but fun and the soundtrack is so addictive that I dare anyone who has played it to go a full day without humming at least one tune! The Vs mode appeals to me as it adds greater longevity (esp. if you find an opponent that has no rhythm!) I would love to rate this game higher than an 8 but, for me, it just ain't long enough. I'll need at least another 5 stages on Gitaroo-Man 2 please!… Expand
  10. Rox22
    Dec 13, 2012
    6
    Not a bad game. Lots of variety in the music styles, but I believe this is it's weakness. While the songs are good, you will either love them or hate them. Personally I only really like a few of the songs, but the one that I did like were awesome the other, just felt more like a chore. The difficulty can be a bit brutal at times, but in no way impossible, so this does give it loads ofNot a bad game. Lots of variety in the music styles, but I believe this is it's weakness. While the songs are good, you will either love them or hate them. Personally I only really like a few of the songs, but the one that I did like were awesome the other, just felt more like a chore. The difficulty can be a bit brutal at times, but in no way impossible, so this does give it loads of replay value for perfectionists. Overall: An OK game with loads of character. Either you like it, or you don't. It's not for everyone.… Expand
  11. acoolguy
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    A fantastic rhythm game with a fun premise, great difficulty curve and solid gameplay. Considering there's multiplayer thrown in to boot, there's not much bad to be said about Gitaroo Man unless you're simply not a fan of music games.
  12. frederik1478
    Nov 9, 2021
    8
    I have been waiting to play this game for 10 now I finally found it to a price I was willing to buy it. 20 years since the game was released it fun and unique Adventure who is truly hard at some point you are gonna have to get good to beat chapter 7 to 10, but it is a fun experience I would recommend if you're find a price you are willing to buy it
  13. Dindon
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    I start play this game 4 years ago, and now I'm still playing to it. The music are just perfect, the gameplay is perfect too. The only thing that is missed in this game are the graphics, that are bad, even for a PS2. A great difficulty, that game is just the perfection of rythme game.
  14. edamama
    Jan 30, 2023
    9
    surprising ah game i loved it i bought it off of ebay for 120$ cray cray i know

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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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
  1. GameSpot
    87
    Arguably the most original and inventive rhythm game since the advent of "Dance Dance Revolution" or the original "Parappa the Rapper," and it's easily one of the best rhythm games for the PlayStation 2.
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  2. Into Liquid Sky
    91
    A refreshing sip of musical ambrosia.
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  3. TotalGames.net
    80
    For the most part this is a fairly solid example of the genre, although positioning the cone can feel somewhat erratic thanks to the slightly jerky controls.
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