Jaws Unleashed

 PlayStation 2
User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 49 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 49
  3. Negative: 8 out of 49
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  1. iloveFFC
    Jul 23, 2013
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I give it a 7.5 as a final score. It is a game I've been playing since I was 8, and eventually mine broke, I recently, and I'm playing through it, I have noticed some things I didn't pick up on when I was little, such as the difficulty and I feel Jaws is sorta underpowered in the beginning of the game, as well as the iffy camera angles and constant annoyance of jaws splashing in and out of the water while attacking, especially the Orca boss battle. I haven't noticed any glitches yet, but if I do I will update this review.… Expand
  2. WC
    Aug 3, 2008
    7
    An okay game but isn't great neither. It kinda gets boring after a while of playing it as all you basically do is eat people. Fun if your in the mood for it or if you just want to eat people for the moment, otherwise a waste of money.
  3. ineedausernamen
    Jul 6, 2017
    7
    In terms of story, Jaws Unleashed is lacking. In terms of fun, it's all there. I find it hard to become bored of this game. From devouring every unfortunate swimmer in site, every animal, sinking every boat, and causing great trouble and chaos, it's no wonder one reviewer called it "Grand Shark Auto," because that's basically what it is. From a technical aspect, this game has its share ofIn terms of story, Jaws Unleashed is lacking. In terms of fun, it's all there. I find it hard to become bored of this game. From devouring every unfortunate swimmer in site, every animal, sinking every boat, and causing great trouble and chaos, it's no wonder one reviewer called it "Grand Shark Auto," because that's basically what it is. From a technical aspect, this game has its share of bugs, none of which are game breaking, but otherwise it's mediocre at best. So, to summarize, this game's story was not fully-realized, and technically it's not a very good game, but even so it's fun, and I suppose that's what's most important.… Expand
  4. RetroRekin
    Jan 29, 2021
    7
    This is a very solid Jaws game. Playing as the shark, it's an open worlder with storyline elements influenced by the original franchise. Authentic and fun.

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#31 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2006
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#31 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2006

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Metascore
52

Mixed or average reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 29
  3. Negative: 15 out of 29
  1. IGN
    74
    Though it's correct that JAWS does suffer from a number of bothersome glitches, numerous camera issues, and sometimes-infuriating lock-ups, it also benefits from a number of gruesomely satisfying missions, a large environment to play around with, and unique combat maneuvers that you just can't do in any other game.
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  2. GameSpot
    38
    Playing Appaloosa's ultraviolent and ultrastupid take on the titular killer shark is about as much fun as having your legs chewed off.
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  3. GamesRadar+
    60
    The abstruse design and technical flaws leave us cold, but the sheer potential for savage bastardry makes it undeniably fun.
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