Madagascar

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 25
  3. Negative: 2 out of 25
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  1. PGNx Media
    85
    Undoubtedly a fun little platformer. The game boasts respectable gameplay, and an impressive audio-visual combination, as well as a comical plot from the folks at Dreamworks. There’s plenty to do in the levels, and plenty to unlock for a second play through.
  2. VGPub
    82
    It does everything it needs to, and a few things it doesn’t, really well. It’s a shame that the control and camera issues exist, but given that the development team likely had to hit a nigh impossible deadline, I’m just glad that the problems aren’t game-killers.
  3. The Sydney Morning Herald
    80
    Artfully designed for a young audience, Madagascar will keep kids constantly entertained by serving up a wide variety of fun activities. The amusing movie characters and dialogue also ensure plenty of giggles.
  5. Times Online
    80
    An inspired example of how movie tie-ins should be made.
  6. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    79
    The fact that the game can be enjoyed by adults (provided you don’t mind playing through an extremely easy game) as well as kids epitomises just how strong Madagascar is, particularly as it’s a movie licence.
  7. Next Level Gaming
    78
    But even with the mini-games and ability to replay the levels, I'm not 100% sure how much of an interest the game will hold. I wonder if after 2-3 days with it even the kids will get bored. For that, I say renting it is the best bet.
  8. The New York Times
    78
    Breezy and varied, Madagascar is not a game for the ages, but it is consistently diverting.
  9. Gaming Illustrated
    78
    Strongly recommend a rent for the kids, a buy for kids that loved the movie.
  10. GameZone
    75
    While the experience is short and simple, the game has a diverse collection of minigames that should keep younger fans interested for a while.
  11. Gamer's Hell
    75
    Madagascar certainly delivers for the younger demographic, but those older players may reach critical boredom pretty early on in the game.
  12. PALGN
    75
    The game play is very varied, with every ten minutes bringing something new to be done. Stealth, action, platforming, all genres make some kind of appearance.
  13. Worth Playing
    75
    The biggest downfall, however, is the camera; its random movements, poor angles, and quick frame changes hinder the enjoyment of the game. If you are prone to motion sickness, stay far away from Madagascar.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 56 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 56
  3. Negative: 2 out of 56
  1. Pokemon3245
    Nov 16, 2015
    9
    It is rare to find a Movie based video game this enjoyable.The levels are leghthy and for the most part very fun the humor is pretty funny andIt is rare to find a Movie based video game this enjoyable.The levels are leghthy and for the most part very fun the humor is pretty funny and the story is actually quite relavant to the story of the original whil still adding new charachtars and areas but the graphics are ok just that in total (9.2/10)… Full Review »
  2. homer4president
    Mar 28, 2015
    8
    This is a well done game, especially if you liked the movie. Characters voices and behavior are consistent with the movie and there's a cuteThis is a well done game, especially if you liked the movie. Characters voices and behavior are consistent with the movie and there's a cute storyline to the game.

    There are a number of stages that you follow in order, completing one to move to the next.

    There's a pretty small age window that its good for -- I'd say about 6 to 10. Under 6, the stages are too hard. Over 10 they're sort of easy and not that engaging -- you can fly thru pretty quickly.

    It would be a bit better if you could jump around and play the "games" that you enjoy instead of having to go sequentially, but it's still well done and worth buying.    … Full Review »
  3. emlugo123
    Feb 25, 2015
    7
    This is actually a fun game! The level designs are actually well done. I feel like this was one of the last movie-to-game game that was actually fun..
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