Raw Danger!

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 22
  3. Negative: 4 out of 22
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  1. Edge Magazine
    70
    For its dramatic and cinematic flair, its lovingly crafted chaotic destruction and above all its network of interconnected personalities, it's an adventure that shouldn't be missed. [JPN Import; June 2006, p.92]
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  2. 1UP
    70
    For most, the biggest turnoff to an otherwise engaging game is that it's downright ugly. Choppy water looks like shaky carpet, characters' faces creep you out with their lack of expressions, and the majority of the areas you'll explore are gray and dreary.
  3. GameSpot
    67
    Raw Danger's recursive storytelling and enjoyably overblown disaster-movie set pieces are undermined by cheap-looking production and often clumsy, trial-and-error gameplay.
  5. ZTGD
    65
    Raw Danger is one of those games that will find a small audience that will love it. Despite its technical issues the game offers a solid narrative that is interesting enough to keep players hooked until the end.
  6. PSX Extreme
    63
    Just as unique and potentially engrossing as its predecessor, Disaster Report. Unfortunately, we have to say "potentially" because several glaring flaws continually bog down the game, not the least of which are those hopelessly lackluster technicals (the graphics and sound are both major drawbacks).
  7. Cheat Code Central
    62
    There are some long, drawn out sections where you trudge along performing all kinds of make-work scenarios. Faced with these mundane tasks, you're unlikely to replay the game more than once.
  8. Hardcore Gamer
    60
    Raw Danger is a decent, if somewhat slow-paced, adventure, and its "real-world danger" aspect makes for some truly fearful moments. [May 2007, p.60]
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  9. Eurogamer
    60
    The evolving nature of the gameplay, and its intriguing story structure keeps you going. Not only that, the actual location design and some individual set-pieces are very atmospheric, and it somehow appeals to the old school adventurer in us that used to routinely find ourselves trapped somewhere with one single, set solution.
  10. PSM Magazine
    55
    It's a compelling concept, but the slow loading times, chunky controls, lackluster graphics, and easy puzzles sap the adrenaline right out of the game. [May 2007, p.85]
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  11. GamePro
    55
    Raw Danger possesses a few moments of suspense and action while following a refreshingly non-linear path, but the majority of the game is awash in gameplay and presentation problems.
  12. GamesRadar+
    50
    In the end, the shoddy interface, graphics, and controls do more than step on the toes of some interesting concepts - they massacre them.

Awards & Rankings

62
#62 Best PS2 Game of 2007
29
#29 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007
17
#17 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2007

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 31
  3. Negative: 2 out of 31
  1. dorohedorofan90
    May 7, 2022
    7
    Disaster Report 2 recoge el testigo del primero e implementa nuevas ideas como tratar de mantener nuestra temperatura corporal a un nivelDisaster Report 2 recoge el testigo del primero e implementa nuevas ideas como tratar de mantener nuestra temperatura corporal a un nivel estable, evitando la humedad y que está descienda hasta caer en una hipotermia que nos haga perecer. Creo que es más acertado que el sistema de supervivencia basado en la hidratación del primero, lo que aporta un poco de realismo y credibilidad. En está ocasión se interconectara las tramas de diversos personajes a través de los capítulos que protagonizaran cada uno de ellos. Tendremos guiños como la ladrona de joyas del primero. Genuinamente hace cosas mejores que el primero, pero se queda a medio camino. Disfrute mucho con la experiencia original, pero este me ha dejado insatisfecho en comparación, a pesar de intentar recrear situaciones más tensas y más variadas, tiene sus puntos de apogeo en algunas escenas, una es censurada, ya que era muy gore, y solo se mantuvo en la edición japonesa. Aun así aportan drama e intentar que haya un vinculo más emocional entre el jugador y los personajes para que empaticemos y los apreciemos o aborrezcamos. Pues en la primera parte esta parte estaba muy descuidada, era casi anecdótica y aquí se nota que intentaron elaborar una trama con más trasfondo más pulido. Al menos esa es la intención, creo que la banda sonora aquí si gana puntos.

    En esta ocasión nuestras decisiones cobran más peso y desembocaran en diferentes finales. Incluso el protagonista de la primera parte tendrá su papel en este juego aunque sea más en un plano secundario. También tenemos un sistema de cocina improvisado que nos beneficiará proporcionándonos calorías y aumentar nuestra estamina.

    La curva de dificultad ahora es más exigente ya que el modo normal es algo más complicado. En la primera parte podíamos escoger el modo difícil desde el principio, aquí se desbloqueara tras la primera partida jugada.

    Prefiero el primero, pues genuinamente me gustaba más el ritmo, la tensión, era más experimental y se tomo ciertas licencias que lo hacían más fresco e innovador. Aquí se atrevieron a experimentar con algunos leves cambios pero realmente se sientes nimios e insignificantes. Buen juego pero no del todo recomendable.

    De todos los arcos argumentales me quedo con el de Amber Brazil. Si alguien quiere jugarlo sin censura ni ningún tipo de modificación es mejor la versión japonesa.    … Full Review »
  2. Luzbel
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    Underated gem for the PS2.
    Storyline with different characters, the survival gameplay, great plot twists...
    THE MANTEK
  3. LuciusMcGibbon
    Jan 13, 2020
    9
    This game has all the character dynamics and graphical polish of a PS1 title, and the opening stage has you playing a waiter fetching waterThis game has all the character dynamics and graphical polish of a PS1 title, and the opening stage has you playing a waiter fetching water for people. You will be tempted to change the disc after about 10 minutes of slogging through the setup... and if you do, you will be robbing yourself of a unique experience.

    The setting gets very interesting soon enough, and the game's mechanics (managing body temperature) really shine when the titular danger kicks in. The map searching gameplay can occasionally get tedious if you can't find an item or decipher a pathway, but the environment is never boring... it's very rough around the edges, but it moves and shakes with the best PS2 games.

    It's just a fun, one-of-a-kind game that looks like the graphics department walked out during production.    … Full Review »
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