Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: VU Games
  • Release Date: Mar 25, 2003
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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  1. Entertainment Weekly
    91
    Jurassic has enough open-ended depth to appease "RollerCoaster Tycoon" players, fossil hunters, and anyone looking to bag some big game. [2 May 2003, p.79]
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  2. GamePro
    90
    And while you must have a mind for strategy and business to really enjoy it, you do get to see dinos bleed now and then—and that’s worth something.
  3. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    By far the coolest feature, though, is the ability to partake in the park's attractions. [May 2003, p.97]
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  5. Game Informer
    88
    One of the best console business sims I've ever played. [Apr 2003, p.85]
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  6. GameZone
    80
    That sort of overwhelming depth -- the urgency that comes along with rushing to appease every customer's whim, and ensuring that the place is safe and continues to make money -- is the reason why Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis is such a good game.
  7. TotalGames.net
    80
    If this genre really is what you’re into, you’re going to enjoy this game. As always, there’s absolutely loads to do and think about.
  8. Gamezilla!
    75
    When manipulating the camera, things tend to get sluggish and all fluidity is lost. Graphics are further hampered by the prevalent pop-up due to the small draw-in distance.
  9. Gamers' Temple
    70
    Not a bad game for really patient people who love dinosaurs. If you don't fit into those groups then you probably won't like it.
  10. GameSpot
    70
    An enjoyable experience, with attractive graphics, strategic gameplay, and unique features that provide up-close looks at the dinosaurs in action.
  11. Play Magazine
    70
    There's something so satisfying about hearing the chopper as those first guests arrive...time to raise the price on those chili fries! [June 2003, p.56]
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  12. GameSpy
    65
    The core game is intriguing, it's just a lot better when you play it on the PC.
  13. PSM Magazine
    60
    Stumbles a bit with long loading times and jittery control. [May 2003, p.60]
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  14. IGN
    59
    As good as the control system may be, the game doesn't work as effectively on a console as it would on PC.

Awards & Rankings

86
#86 Best PS2 Game of 2003
17
#17 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003

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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: 3 out of 31
  3. Negative: 2 out of 31
  1. JustinCherry
    Jun 16, 2004
    10
    F$%^ you Ign and gamespot this game rocks on any f*&% system. Thank you michael chricton for writing the book that inspired the movie thatF$%^ you Ign and gamespot this game rocks on any f*&% system. Thank you michael chricton for writing the book that inspired the movie that inspired the epic and (despite awful visitor and cleaner models) visually goregous, fantastic sounding game. The best sim ever (Got a problem with that asshole IGN? Do ya? Do ya? you asshole).… Full Review »
  2. BrendanM.
    May 13, 2004
    10
    This is probably the best simulation game I've ever played. I have been a huge fan of Jurassic Park since I was six and this is a game This is probably the best simulation game I've ever played. I have been a huge fan of Jurassic Park since I was six and this is a game that just can't be put down.… Full Review »
  3. AgentLvi
    Jun 27, 2023
    7
    Decent game. The story is so --so, scoring is great, visual is decent, and the voice is also great
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