Graffiti Kingdom

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Hot-B
  • Release Date: Jul 28, 2005
Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 27
  3. Negative: 1 out of 27
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  1. GamePro
    90
    It's fun, fresh and innovative, and much better than the predecessor, Magic Pengel. [June 2005, p.90]
  2. Cheat Code Central
    90
    If you leave your pre-conceived notions at the door, Graffiti Kingdom will most definitely entertain you.
  3. eToychest
    83
    Graffiti Kingdom seems, like its predecessor, to be destined for cult status and niche appreciation.
  5. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    80
    For me, the simple combat takes a backseat to turning everything I love into a videogame character. [June 2005, p.95]
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  6. BonusStage
    80
    It sure would have been nice to see deeper, more challenging gameplay included to further enjoy your wacky brainchildren in, however in the end you’ll be sinking so many hours into exploring the vast capabilities of the drawing tool that the affordable $30 price will pay for itself tenfold via the hours, days, weeks and months of pure creative entertainment there is to be had.
  7. 1UP
    80
    It's a highly specialized title, with a unique feature that will either delight you or drive you crazy. But those who get into the nitty-gritty of designing custom monsters to play will find in this game rare pleasures and rewards.
  8. Gaming Nexus
    80
    But this is more of a tool than it is a game, something that will allow you to create interesting characters and take them on a fairly boring adventure.
  9. Just RPG
    78
    It’s not as deep as RPGs like Xenosaga or Fable, and its colorful, animated theme may turn some gamers off. Still, it’s unique and a lot of fun, and with a very affordable price, it’s a game that no artistic RPG fan should miss out on.
  10. Inside Gamer Online
    76
    In every sense of the word, Graffiti Kingdom is a flat-out fun game. It’s not amazing, and it’s not even great, but it’s well worth the price of admission if not just to try something new.
  11. Worth Playing
    76
    A slow starter, especially when enemies run away from your character like there's no tomorrow. Once you acquire charge attacks, the game gets a lot more fun.
  12. My Gamer
    76
    Those who enjoy this will find hours of play experimenting with new and unique designs in versus and boss battle modes, but the casual gamer will likely find it too involved, too narrow, and just too weird to give it a shot.
  13. PSM Magazine
    75
    Unique, crazy deep and charming, and the head-to-head mode can keep you going for a very long time. [May 2005, p.73]
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  14. Detroit Free Press
    75
    Not the first video game to allow players to draw their own characters, but certainly one of the best.

Awards & Rankings

97
#97 Best PS2 Game of 2005

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 3 out of 14
  1. sneekurp
    Jan 14, 2023
    8
    Got this game when I was 11 and promptly drew a giant penis character that I proceeded to use for half the game. Advanced drawing mechanicsGot this game when I was 11 and promptly drew a giant penis character that I proceeded to use for half the game. Advanced drawing mechanics for a game this old, still a joy to revisit… Full Review »
  2. Wimpkid
    Oct 22, 2014
    10
    This game is a addictive game. I like how they designed it and how it looked like. My favourite childhood game soThis game is a addictive game. I like how they designed it and how it looked like. My favourite childhood game so far.......................................… Full Review »
  3. kenichinsfs
    Mar 21, 2014
    9
    This game is one of the best creative game there can be in those days. The custom creation of your doodle monster is great! A betterThis game is one of the best creative game there can be in those days. The custom creation of your doodle monster is great! A better improvement since "Magic Pengel" release. I've played this years before, yet it's still quite great!

    Through longer the progress of your game, more and more actions for your "doodle" can be made. With also different parts is allowed. From charge attacks and tackles, to punches and kicking, etc.. Robotic like or humanoid doodles also can be made. Depending on the painter (player's) like, giving a more free will to these certain kind of games. It can be quite a blast playing this!

    Seeing through how the game actually is.. I tell you.. The story isn't that totally great. It's quite alright a bit. They concentrated a bit too much on the game play, and leveling though. The enjoyment mostly can be seen through the progress of your doodle.. Seeing how much it can be stronger than ever.

    Despite it's "cartoony" art made. It quite actually fits the game. Well for a 2005 ps2 game that is.. Still there are no problems with that.

    On top of all that.. I give it a 9/10 due to it's creative game play, and can be one of the most memorable games I've played so far since Atari. I suggest playing this, this is definitely worth it.    … Full Review »
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