Kinetica

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: SCEA
  • Release Date: Oct 14, 2001
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. GamePro
    70
    Despite its setbacks, Kinetica is a decent racer that’s worth trying—it offers a phenomenal visual rush into new age racing.
  2. PSX Nation
    70
    A unique trick system combined with beautiful graphic design are enough to give it a whirl. Difficult is the key word.
  3. GamePen
    70
    No matter how you stack it, Kinetica plays like "F-Zero" and "SSX"’s evil offspring. Taking the best of both games, Sony has made a great genre slightly better.
  5. GameSpot
    70
    The interesting character design and unique stunt system set it apart from the pack, but the fluctuating frame rate, track design issues, and poor sensation of speed hold it back from being a really good futuristic racing game.
  6. Next Generation Magazine
    60
    There are fleeting moments when you’ll have absolutely no idea where you are or what just happened before eventually realizing that it’s impossible to really wipe out or "come off" the track. [Dec 2001, p.105]
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  7. GameCritics
    60
    The changes Kinetica introduces into the formula are so miniscule, for the most part, that only a true connoisseur would notice or care.

Awards & Rankings

57
#57 Best PS2 Game of 2001
49
#49 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
36
#36 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 25
  3. Negative: 2 out of 25
  1. Macklee
    Mar 13, 2022
    9
    I know I'm about 20 years late to review this, but I was always fascinated by this game from the first time I saw it in the PlayStationI know I'm about 20 years late to review this, but I was always fascinated by this game from the first time I saw it in the PlayStation Underground demo disc demos. The graphics, both then and still now, are impressive. The ingenuity with all of the transitions is incredible. Wonderfully made game, Doesn't get enough credit in people's favorites lists. The two minor nitpicks I have are that -the turning is pretty touchy and -the fov isn't great if you want to do multiplayer. Other than that, it's great.… Full Review »
  2. Watermelon789
    Jul 23, 2011
    7
    Basically is weird, weird dudes with racing suits was a new idea for the racing genre. The pace is regular, and it gets a little repetitive,Basically is weird, weird dudes with racing suits was a new idea for the racing genre. The pace is regular, and it gets a little repetitive, because there isn't any adrenaline or addiction to it. Santa Monica Studio really could get a new chance to introduce us, a new sequel or a remake. Kinetica has potential to be a new way of racing set with cool ideas.… Full Review »
  3. AdamDeVito
    Mar 26, 2006
    10
    All around good game... little short though.
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