- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Release Date: Apr 23, 2001
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Excellent A.I, sharp graphics, and addictive gameplay combine for an unabashed good time. Sim freaks need not apply—Rumble Racing is pure, unapologetic arcade goodness.
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The true star of the game is its speed. Never before in a racing game has the feeling of cruising at over 100 MPH been so perfectly conveyed.
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Official U.S. Playstation MagazineIt's the trick system that makes all the difference. [June 2001, p.98]
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It's arguable that the speed you get with the Elite class cars is comparable or even a cut above the breakneck speeds offered by the top of the line vehicles in any of the "Wipeout" titles on PlayStation.
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Games RadarBesides the abundance of car wrecking weapons, the most entertaining aspect of Rumble Racing is that the vehicles, including the trucks, can do mid-air tricks. Every time you perform a barrel roll or misty flip its impossible not to raise a cheeky smile.
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Daily RadarInventive and exciting with its flaws safely buried in the adrenaline rush.
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Indeed, the cheesy southern rock 'n' redneck country tunes can get annoying after a while, and the smart-ass remarks made by the play-by-play commentator tend to repeat more often than not, but it hardly detracts from the overall, seat-of-your-pants racing.
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Looks good, moves fast, and is a blast to play, either by yourself or with a friend.
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Rumble Racing really is all about pin-your-noggin-to-the-headrest-and-flatten-your-cheeks speed.
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TotalGames.netThe best arcade racer we’ve played so far and EA certainly seems to be developing quite a respectable name for its ‘Big’ games.
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A highly enjoyable game. The learning curve is tough without becoming impossible, and races never seem out of reach to win even if you keep coming up just short.
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It is a kick, though, and has an easy learning curve for beginners while delivering challange and depth for more experienced gamers.
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There aren’t many games more extreme than this crazed, balls-to-the wall stock-car racer.
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Rumble Racing is one fast game — redrawing the graphics on the screen at roughly 60 frames-per-second (twice that of television) — so those with a need for speed should strap in for a ride.
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In the long run, I'd suggest that you pass this game by and save your money for one of the hotter releases later this season.
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It’s like playing with Hot Wheels when you’ve grown up with Matchbox racers. Variety aside, there’s not much in the way of style.
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The car sounds are just a bit bland with hardly any exciting over the top effects. The announcer is quite a smartass but not really in a funny way.
Awards & Rankings
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#78 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
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#12 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001
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User score distribution:
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Positive: 10 out of 14
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Mixed: 4 out of 14
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Negative: 0 out of 14
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Feb 1, 2023
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AndymanAug 13, 2006
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BlueFalconDec 16, 2004