Rayman Arena

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Sep 24, 2002
  • Also On: PC
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  • Summary: Rayman's world kicks into multiplayer overdrive in this total competition crash course with the cast of Rayman 2. Smoke the competition on mind-bending racecourses, or spark up a lum-flinging firefight in the battle arena. And with 8 characters, 24 maps and up to 4 combatants, now Rayman'sRayman's world kicks into multiplayer overdrive in this total competition crash course with the cast of Rayman 2. Smoke the competition on mind-bending racecourses, or spark up a lum-flinging firefight in the battle arena. And with 8 characters, 24 maps and up to 4 combatants, now Rayman's got more ways to reign supreme than ever. [Ubi Soft]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. GameSpy
    74
    Most of the racing is exciting and a treat for the eyes, but there should have been more in the way of multiplay.
  2. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    70
    The fact that I got so involved in the solo portion of a multiplayer game meant they were doing something right. [June 2002, p.99]
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  3. GamePro
    70
    As a multiplayer game, though, the fun doesn't last as long as it should. [July 2002, p.76]
  4. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    60
    Addictive and fun whether you're entertaining a group of friends or a party of one. [June 2002, p.110]
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  5. PSX Nation
    60
    The low asking price and endearing charm of the Rayman universe prevent this decent attempt at a story-less “Rayman 2” spinoff from completely bombing out
  6. PSM Magazine
    60
    It's entertaining for a while, but unless you add alcohol and gambling, it won't dominate your life. [June 2002, p.38]
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  7. GameNow
    50
    It's too bad that only about half of Rayman Arena is fun to play. [August 2002, p.65]
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  1. Positive: 5 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. bazimon
    Oct 18, 2014
    10
    One of the best, underrated PS2 Party games with a wide variety of levels ranging from fighting to racing, alongside a stunning and relevantOne of the best, underrated PS2 Party games with a wide variety of levels ranging from fighting to racing, alongside a stunning and relevant soundtrack that strongly benefits the game. A must have for any Rayman fan and PS2 owner!… Expand
  2. Minorsmile09
    Oct 27, 2020
    9
    Honestly, I didn't think a multiplayer-oriented Rayman game would work... but Rayman Arena is fun. Its so, so, so much fun. It's genuinely oneHonestly, I didn't think a multiplayer-oriented Rayman game would work... but Rayman Arena is fun. Its so, so, so much fun. It's genuinely one of my favorite games in the series, the level variety and replayability is masterclass.… Expand
  4. Sylictic
    Jul 8, 2023
    9
    Known as Rayman M in Europe because arena is way too aggressive.
    One of the funnest video games featuring a frog and robot pirates. The    Known as Rayman M in Europe because arena is way too aggressive.
    One of the funnest video games featuring a frog and robot pirates. The variety of modes and steady increase in difficulty as you play through the single player mode give this game oodles of replayability.    … Expand
  5. RyanM.
    May 4, 2003
    8
    Rayman gone multiplayer. Never saw it coming. Well it's not a half bad game, with elements of racing, and battling, a overall decent Rayman gone multiplayer. Never saw it coming. Well it's not a half bad game, with elements of racing, and battling, a overall decent game if you have the multitap for 4 people. Just one thing, Graphics are terrible but if your straightforward game play, get this one.… Expand
  6. Untitled94
    Aug 24, 2017
    8
    While I personally like the GameCube version a little more, this one is fun to play as well. The only reason I like the GC version better isWhile I personally like the GameCube version a little more, this one is fun to play as well. The only reason I like the GC version better is because this one only goes up to 2 players instead of 4. This one feels more like an upgraded version of Rayman Rush, but that's ok.… Expand
  7. GameDudeGuy
    Feb 4, 2021
    7
    i will admit this game is underrated but you get frezzed a lot and thats what makes the game Bull ****