NASCAR Thunder 2003

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Play Magazine
    60
    Packed with nuances that, for aspiring fans and drivers must really float their Skoal. Drafting, line selection, pitting...this is a great simulation covering 20 seasons. Not for me. [Oct 2002, p.84]
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Awards & Rankings

28
#28 Best PS2 Game of 2002
83
#83 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 24 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 24
  3. Negative: 2 out of 24
  1. 99thRangernick
    May 25, 2023
    10
    I honestly prefer NASCAR Thunder 2003 over the more beloved (by NASCAR fans at least) Thunder 2004. The career mode feels less complex andI honestly prefer NASCAR Thunder 2003 over the more beloved (by NASCAR fans at least) Thunder 2004. The career mode feels less complex and straightforward in this game compared to 2004 and I prefer the physics and bonus modes in this game versus the ones included in 2004.… Full Review »
  2. mmcfly566
    May 25, 2023
    10
    My personal favorite NASCAR game, amazing gameplay and career that can be enjoyed by all NASCAR fans.
  3. BlueThunderfan
    Aug 24, 2013
    9
    I have had this game for a long time, and I can say it is one of the best racing games in the ps2 library. the graphics are great for 2002.I have had this game for a long time, and I can say it is one of the best racing games in the ps2 library. the graphics are great for 2002. the music is good, albeit limited. the AI is solid, it has possibly the best career mode in a Nascar game, and most importantly, it's very fun! it is a fantastic game that succeeds in all categories.… Full Review »
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