MotoGP 2

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Jan 22, 2002
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    In terms of options, GP2 has them in droves. [Feb 2002, p.108]
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  2. Hot Games
    90
    Using elements of "Ridge Racer," "Gran Turismo," and even Sega's "Super Hang On," Namco has come up with one of the best motorcycle racing games ever.
  3. BBC Sport
    86
    Its gameplay is superb, the visuals excellent and the whole experience leaves you on the edge of your seat.
  5. GameSpy
    84
    The real key to MotoGP2 enjoyment comes from the bike physics.
  6. GameSpot
    80
    Features more changes and enhancements to the original game than most annual sports games from EA or Sega do, and the bottom line is that MotoGP 2 is a great addition for racing fans who missed the original MotoGP.
  7. GamePro
    80
    The animation is startlingly fluid—game replays are absolutely uncanny—and you’ll spot nice details like tires getting dirty when you leave the track.
  8. Total Video Games
    80
    As a sequel it does not offer that much more than the original, but it polishes it up and is no doubt a better game, and what more could you ask for from a sequel of this nature?
  9. Play Magazine
    80
    A game of precision. It's all about early braking and apex kissing, which is great, but not for those looking for obvious thrills. [Feb 2002, p.54]
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  10. GameZone
    80
    The game is definitely a blast to play, but despite the five additional tracks it still gets boring too quickly.
  11. IGN
    78
    It feels like an add-on pack rather than a sequel, and I guess the only way I would seriously consider buying this is if I were a diehard motorcycle fan who absolutely adored the first.
  12. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    77
    If you can stay on your bike long enough to appreciate it, MGP2’s excellent weather effects and pervasive sense of speed will immerse you in its cutthroat reality. [Mar 2002, p.138]
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Awards & Rankings

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#65 Best PS2 Game of 2002

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 1 out of 8
  1. aspentitan
    Oct 14, 2020
    6
    This is a cd based racing bike game with an arcade like feel. It is a clear upgrade over ps1 however it's still a fairly new release for theThis is a cd based racing bike game with an arcade like feel. It is a clear upgrade over ps1 however it's still a fairly new release for the ps2 console. While it does nothing wrong it is still quite rudimentary as far as gameplay goes and a new player to this series should feel quite at ease quite early.… Full Review »
  2. JaniF.
    May 26, 2002
    10
    The best SIMULATION on PS2 so far. Very addictive and perfect playability.
  3. Muffin
    Apr 18, 2002
    9
    Excellent game let down by a number of flaws. Lack of avaialability of lap times- one blink and they're gone. In two player mode, the Excellent game let down by a number of flaws. Lack of avaialability of lap times- one blink and they're gone. In two player mode, the replay focuses on the bike which finishes first - no good if you finish second.… Full Review »
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