GoldenEye: Rogue Agent

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 38
  3. Negative: 8 out of 38
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  1. TotalGames.net
    43
    A very dull experience. You can't help but feel this might have actually been all right as a light gun game.
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  2. Total Video Games
    40
    Not only have they taken the 40 year legacy of James Bond way off track, but they have also taken the classic GoldenEye reputation and created a game that the fans were dreading. Not a classic ' not even an average game, GoldenEye: Rogue Agent is just about insulting to everyone in the target demographic.
  3. Gamestyle
    40
    Formulaic, stitched together and delivered bang on time for Christmas, it's hard not to view this as anything other than a cold turkey that won't be enjoyed during the festive period.
  5. Siliconera
    40
    The game doesn't look great, the AI is poor and the special powers are worthless. Even if you take away these problems you're left with a basic first person shooter that is nothing special.
  6. G4 TV
    40
    A Bond game without Bond just doesn't make sense, especially when the bad-guy gimmick fails miserably.
  7. 1UP
    30
    The amount of recycling involved in the level design here is abominable -- some areas repeat the same pair of linked rooms as many as three times in rapid succession, and the problem gets distinctly worse as the game progresses into its later levels. There's rarely an organic, realistic feel to most of the interior stages.
  8. games(TM)
    30
    We're cataclysmically disappointed that Rogue Agent even exists. Just when it seemed like EA had pulled its socks up and become a real unstoppable force with games to match its resources, we get this ' perhaps the most cynical and cobbled-together excuse for a key release we've ever seen. [Christmas 2004, p.111]
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  9. The Sydney Morning Herald
    30
    Rogue Agent ticks all the boxes on the shooter checklist, but lacks any of the oomph needed to make these worthy of note. Unlike the beautiful set pieces of other Bond games and movies, the levels within are about as exciting as a visit to your local public library.

Awards & Rankings

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#53 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2004
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#45 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2004

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User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 41 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 41
  3. Negative: 8 out of 41
  1. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Aug 15, 2023
    6
    This isn't based on the movie or a sequel to the N64 game. In fact, it doesn't even feature James Bond. Instead, it's a non-canon scenario setThis isn't based on the movie or a sequel to the N64 game. In fact, it doesn't even feature James Bond. Instead, it's a non-canon scenario set in the Bond movie universe. The protagonist is a mute antihero that gets a literal golden eye, hence the title. The game isn't exactly great, but it delivers some mindless fun. With all the different weapons and deathtraps, it's enjoyable if only in a generic sense. Eventually, the action can get repetitive. Still, fans of Bond will probably like the inclusion of all the classic villains. Overall, this is like "Halo 2", but nowhere as great. I would rate this with a 6.5 out of 10.… Full Review »
  2. storygamer
    Nov 18, 2020
    6
    The moment I saw GoldenEye: Rogue Agent in the shop shelf, I was thrilled and expected a remake of the tremendous N64 GoldenEye game. QuicklyThe moment I saw GoldenEye: Rogue Agent in the shop shelf, I was thrilled and expected a remake of the tremendous N64 GoldenEye game. Quickly I realized that is wasn´t, but nevertheless it is an okay game. The shooter gameplay is fun, the graphics are beautiful and the game comes with a lot of innovative ideas. But it has some flaws that spoil a lot of the fun. The story is boring and the missions become repetitive pretty fast. But the couch multiplayer is highly addictive. A good game for shooter fans, but I recommend the Xbox version due to better graphics and controls!… Full Review »
  3. Kyle_Katarn92
    Jul 9, 2016
    6
    An average shooter for the PS2. Honestly, I can't recommend this title. Nothing about the game is outstanding in any way. The gameplay isAn average shooter for the PS2. Honestly, I can't recommend this title. Nothing about the game is outstanding in any way. The gameplay is somewhat enjoyable, but repetitive. The graphics and presentation are the game's strong point, however, some of the environments are very dark and unappealing. The story is uninspired and by the numbers. The character is supposed to be a James Bond villain. However, you never get a chance to take on the MI6 and James Bond. Instead, the game pits you against Dr.No, while working for Goldfinger.… Full Review »
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