Manhunt

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 221 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 178 out of 221
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 221
  3. Negative: 12 out of 221
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  1. CoryP.
    Oct 9, 2005
    10
    Smash or trash time, and this game well deserves a perfect score. Sure there is better stealth games out there and better graphics and all that other special crap, but this game didn't need it to pull of a great experience. I love the fact that this game of very,very,very, few can pull off a well deserved mature rating ( I don't know how many other titles try to pull it off and Smash or trash time, and this game well deserves a perfect score. Sure there is better stealth games out there and better graphics and all that other special crap, but this game didn't need it to pull of a great experience. I love the fact that this game of very,very,very, few can pull off a well deserved mature rating ( I don't know how many other titles try to pull it off and fail to succeed). I am not a pyschopath, i know the difference between reality and virtual reality, but I believe there should be a sequel (pray to the almighty Rockstar) if not more games of its kind.... but again please let there be a sequel.… Expand
  2. alex007
    Oct 12, 2012
    8
    Disturbing, scary, graphically violent. Rockstar North's urban horror game is a tense and taut spin on "The Most Dangerous Game". Players control James Earle Cash, an inmate who is busted out of prison by The Director; a mystery man who sees your every move. Once Cash escapes the prison facility, his journey home becomes a literal fight for survival. Armed with bladed weapons and firearms,Disturbing, scary, graphically violent. Rockstar North's urban horror game is a tense and taut spin on "The Most Dangerous Game". Players control James Earle Cash, an inmate who is busted out of prison by The Director; a mystery man who sees your every move. Once Cash escapes the prison facility, his journey home becomes a literal fight for survival. Armed with bladed weapons and firearms, Cash uses both stealth and full-out assaults as to fight off the creepy gangs who are out to kill him. The macrbe twist is that The Director aids Cash through an earpiece throughout the game. He directs Cash to his final destination, ordering him to kill as gruesomely as possible every step of the way. The disturbing aspect of the game is that it rewards you for doing so. You are encouraged to perform the most graphic killings to unlock challenge rooms. In movie terms, "Manhunt" is "The Running Man" meets "The Warriors" with a touch of "8MM". Gameplay-wise, it is very similar to "Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell" and "Hitman 2". This game features shooting segments, but it's very much a stealth game. The horror atmosphere is extremely thick with a synth musical score straight out of an 80's slasher flick. In a sense, "Manhunt" is a survival game as much as it is an action title. In fact, you'll probably creep out when you first get spotted by a crazed gang member.

    Rockstar North made three great "Grand Theft Auto" games for the PS2. This game is nowhere as grandiose as those mammoth titles. But it is an efficient and effective actioner that is truly creepy. 8.5 out of 10.    … Expand
  3. Flashyboy89
    Feb 4, 2020
    9
    MANHUNT was such a controversial game when it released. It is very violent, maybe a bit over-kill but the gameplay was good and it kept me on edge throughout.
  4. Hikayeci
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    Çok güzel bir oyun. Tek işiniz karşınızdaki adamları değişik şekillerde canice öldürmek. Sadece vahşet oyunu desek yeridir. PC versiyonunu hiç oynamadım o yüzden onu bilmiyorum fakat ps2 versiyonu güzel. Tavsiye ederim.
  5. HavikSatan
    May 12, 2022
    10
    best game from Rockstar and gorest masterpiece ever exist. Sequel was good but this one is unique...
  6. MiguelL.
    Mar 6, 2004
    5
    Well..... it is gory that's good it's creepy thats also good but it is so DAMN LAME kill here kill there THAT IS ALL YOU"VE GOT TO DO and that SUCKS!!!!!
  7. Scarecrow
    Jul 2, 2006
    6
    It starts with a lot of premise. Interesting setting, story , characters , controls and mechanics. Creates a scary atmosphere and you get prepared for a horror stealth action adventure. Then everything becomes dissapointing. The plot unexisted, the characters remain flat and the gameplay gets very repetive and frustrating. The graphics are good and the sound is very good. The presentation It starts with a lot of premise. Interesting setting, story , characters , controls and mechanics. Creates a scary atmosphere and you get prepared for a horror stealth action adventure. Then everything becomes dissapointing. The plot unexisted, the characters remain flat and the gameplay gets very repetive and frustrating. The graphics are good and the sound is very good. The presentation of the game could have been better. More extras and more easy unlockables would have good too. The violence gets repetive and so is the whole experience. There are better games outthere than this.… Expand
  8. DaveW.
    Sep 8, 2007
    2
    I originally bought this game because I had so much of the hoo-ha surrounding it that I just felt I had to give it a go to see what all the fuss was about. And after having played it for a few days, I still couldn't tell. Yes, the game is (at times unnecessarily) gory, yes it's extremely violent, but unfortunately it's also not very good. The difference between the speed of I originally bought this game because I had so much of the hoo-ha surrounding it that I just felt I had to give it a go to see what all the fuss was about. And after having played it for a few days, I still couldn't tell. Yes, the game is (at times unnecessarily) gory, yes it's extremely violent, but unfortunately it's also not very good. The difference between the speed of Cash's walk and his run were too extreme, making any attempts at sneaking up then running away near impossible to accurately control. The stealth element, while pretty well executed, was let down by the slow pace of the game. Basically, this game is great for anyone who's going to find it funny or thrilling to stab a character in the neck with a crowbar. Anyone else should leave well alone, because this game just isn't strong enough in terms of gameplay to make anything other than a cheap shockfest.… Expand
  9. HunajaakoT.
    Dec 16, 2003
    0
    This can't be game. This is trash. Everything has made with "let's make money with very, very bloody game". Game is cruel, and it is the worst game I remember.
  10. LehemäV.
    Dec 3, 2003
    2
    "This game is just brilliant!" Can't be true. This game just is very, very boring and graphics are weak.
  11. BenN.
    Feb 21, 2004
    2
    Too repetitive and short.
  12. MarcusB.
    Nov 28, 2003
    1
    Utter trash. Takes a great idea and --presto!-- turns it into crap. Weak graphics (let's face it, the PS2 is showing it's age), linear gameplay devoid of any variability, weak controls and the concomitant problems associated with a stealth game predicated on such a control scheme.
  13. Broyax
    Apr 6, 2017
    0
    Ergonomie déplorable, interface à revoir entièrement, injouable sur tous les plans et assez moche : pas de doute, on est bien dans un jeu Rockstar réalisé par des manches en dépit du bon sens le plus élémentaire. Le plus mauvais jeu d'infiltration au monde, une sacrée performance !
  14. KyleB.
    Sep 2, 2004
    10
    Perhaps one of the best stealth games in the entire genre, implementing some of the most interesting aspects of the complex games such as splinter cell, while allowing us more freedom of choice, or perhaps a total lack there of. The great thing about this game is that we don't have to put up with slapstick character releationships, or those darn annoying female/male love intrests. Perhaps one of the best stealth games in the entire genre, implementing some of the most interesting aspects of the complex games such as splinter cell, while allowing us more freedom of choice, or perhaps a total lack there of. The great thing about this game is that we don't have to put up with slapstick character releationships, or those darn annoying female/male love intrests. The game puts fate of 20 other peoples in your hand, while allowing you the freedom of the roman arena in your controller. … Expand
  15. JamesA.
    Nov 27, 2003
    10
    This is just truly brilliant.
  16. DanielD.
    Nov 20, 2003
    10
    Rockstar Has Done it again !!!! This Game From the first screen has you locked in... the Graphics r great and the stroy line is to die for if you live GTA or GTA vice city this is one game you will have to add to your collection.
  17. JoeS.
    Jan 15, 2004
    10
    This game is mint.
  18. chadsdads
    Feb 1, 2004
    10
    chad why were u playing such games, why i oughtta... stab you with that butcher knife in our kitchen, you sick little shit, you need to be shot 100 times for playing this game i told u not to buy, and even if u were playing, why did u give it an "8" it shud have been a "10", u gay kid.
  19. Brandon
    Mar 1, 2004
    9
    Brilliant. Brilliant stealth. Brilliant shooting. Brilliant acting. Extremely violent, makes GTA:VC look like Barney and friends. Not much of a story, but the deaths are just fun to watch and make you jump and squeem. The shooting is awsome, a few shots and your dead...exactly how every shooting game should be. You hide, and shoot, repeat, seems repetative but very pulse pounding. Brilliant. Brilliant stealth. Brilliant shooting. Brilliant acting. Extremely violent, makes GTA:VC look like Barney and friends. Not much of a story, but the deaths are just fun to watch and make you jump and squeem. The shooting is awsome, a few shots and your dead...exactly how every shooting game should be. You hide, and shoot, repeat, seems repetative but very pulse pounding. Strategy is the key here. One of the greatest games I have ever played. Don't miss out on it. However, if you are below 15, do not buy this game, dont warp your mind to this.… Expand
  20. Neil"FROG"W
    May 3, 2005
    10
    What other game allows you to creep up behind some thug and murder them with a plastic bag. I mean. whatelse in a game do you want? haha.. Ok, now that might sound a bit belistic! But when you want a game of this quality which gives you a thrill and rush at the same time. You have to buy it! This game isnt just about killing killing killing. well its a major part but its all mainly about What other game allows you to creep up behind some thug and murder them with a plastic bag. I mean. whatelse in a game do you want? haha.. Ok, now that might sound a bit belistic! But when you want a game of this quality which gives you a thrill and rush at the same time. You have to buy it! This game isnt just about killing killing killing. well its a major part but its all mainly about staying alive! Go get it. anyway u can.… Expand
  21. DemonicAngel
    Apr 1, 2006
    8
    One of the most infamous games of recent years, many people judge Manhunt purely off the press coverage it has received, which is unfair, because once you get past the dark subject matter you'll uncover a challenging, involving and sometimes frightening game that relies as much on its intense, claustrophobic atmosphere and streamlined stealth gameplay as it does on its brutal One of the most infamous games of recent years, many people judge Manhunt purely off the press coverage it has received, which is unfair, because once you get past the dark subject matter you'll uncover a challenging, involving and sometimes frightening game that relies as much on its intense, claustrophobic atmosphere and streamlined stealth gameplay as it does on its brutal executions. Manhunt is very atmospheric, with enemies that act realistically within the confines of the game's mechanics, superb voice acting (especially Brian Cox, whose turn as twisted snuff director Lionel Starkweather is gleefully sadistic), run-down environments and not least of all a fantastic ambient musical score which reacts to your situation as you play. Recommended if you can handle the subject matter and challenge, but suggested as a rental first.… Expand
  22. TheClaw
    Nov 22, 2003
    10
    Gory atmospheric and the most violent game ever. very fun hiding and surviving highly disturbed but brilliant.
  23. Creamer
    Nov 24, 2003
    10
    Awesome gameplay, an amazing storyline, and real time graphics make this a superb must buy for any gamer with a shred of sadisitic sense. We're looking at a game that stands out with GTA3 and Metal Gear Solid, yet still adds its own inovation to a needy consumer world. Rockstar has done it again, anyone that owns a PS2 deserves a peek, even if you only rent it. Bravo Manhunt. Bravo.
  24. CecilP.
    Dec 5, 2003
    5
    Some thrills in this game, but the kills become repetitive very quickly. The controls are barely average and the save system was just frustrating. Decent rent, not a good buy.
  25. MichaelG.
    Dec 6, 2003
    10
    Absolutely fantastic gameplay ok graphics good but there should have been a easier difficulty because it is kinda hard also the special move are friggin good as hell lots of gore gotta luv it.
  26. TonyL.
    Dec 8, 2003
    10
    Starts slow - just gets better and better and better and better. Then after 15 hours gameplay it ends - and you feel alone - and scared.
  27. BradyT.
    Jan 5, 2004
    10
    This game is grand. It is amazing how much atmosphere was put into this game and the grainy video tape feeling to make you feel scared when you start playing for the first time. This game wouldnt even have needed all of the violence to be scary, but , Im being honest here, anybody who plays through the first part of it and doesn't quit must say they get enjoyment from seeing the This game is grand. It is amazing how much atmosphere was put into this game and the grainy video tape feeling to make you feel scared when you start playing for the first time. This game wouldnt even have needed all of the violence to be scary, but , Im being honest here, anybody who plays through the first part of it and doesn't quit must say they get enjoyment from seeing the worst kill each item does. Its fun to see in a sick sort of way. Some of the parts amaze me how violent they are. For anyone who has gotten to that part ill say one word-- Wire. But, really if violence is not in this game it would be boring and unimportant. But , if there is only one thing thats important about this game it is, Rockstar is obviously trying to see how far over the line they can go without getting caught. Actually this is so violent that everyone taht complained about Grand theft Auto before, will have completely forgotten about it, and put manhunt on the top of their complaining list.… Expand
  28. AdrianR.
    Mar 11, 2004
    10
    This game is the best game i have played for years i think that the death are so realistic i thought that i was inside the game.P.s. Kill, Maim and Suffocate the F****rs
  29. AshL.
    Mar 12, 2004
    10
    This game is one of the best made to date its bloody and its tense all great quallities to make a good game p.s big ass supreamist bastards!! hunt them down and choke the f**kin life out of them!
  30. TomB.
    Mar 23, 2004
    9
    Manhunt is one hell of a gruesome game, its brilliant!
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#81 Best PS2 Game of 2003
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#10 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003
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#8 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003

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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 47 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 34 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 47
  3. Negative: 4 out of 47
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    91
    An engrossing thrill ride. [19 Dec 2003, p.L2T 20]
  2. eToychest
    80
    It is incredibly easy to screw up and get killed in this game, which sometimes forces you to repeat lengthy and difficult sections of each level. Thankfully, there are mid-stage save points that allow you to restart there instead of at the beginning of the level.
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  3. GameZone
    83
    The controls are responsive and worked well, both for the sneaking around aspect and the heads up melee fighting if you happen to get spotted.
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