Savage Skies

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 17
  3. Negative: 5 out of 17
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  1. Hot Games
    80
    It doesn't damage the reputation of fantasy games, but it doesn't make any spectacular leaps and bounds with it.
  2. Armchair Empire
    80
    A really interesting game that some people will think is great, while others will harp on the shortcomings. Personally, I really enjoyed the title and will keep the game in my rotation until I defeat all of those missions completely with all bonuses.
  3. GamePen
    70
    The gameplay is strong, and entertaining.
  5. GamePro
    70
    Savage Skies finds a way to creep up your spine...and proves that a little diversity goes a long way.
  6. GameZone
    65
    Unfortunately, sometimes less than average graphics overall + bad sound + two faction’s missions being too difficult = probably skipped over in the retail game store.
  7. Electric Playground
    65
    Savage Skies isn't going to change your life, it isn't going to have you thinking about it for hours and hours when you are away from it, and it will grow a little tiresome after a relatively short time, but it will entertain you, especially if you've ever had any metal or fantasy leanings.
  8. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    60
    I realized five or six hours into it that I was really hooked...There are plenty of hours of gameplay to be had. [May 2002, p.102]
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  9. Media and Games Online Network
    60
    The overall gameplay of Savage Skies is a mixed bag of good and just plain awful.
  10. Game Informer
    55
    It's not a complete failure, per se, but its gameplay is generations behind games that were released five years ago. [June 2002, p.79]
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  11. GameSpot
    54
    A game that is only decent looking, doesn't sound very good, and plays well as long as you stay away from the higher difficulty levels.
  12. GameSpy
    52
    There's just not enough skill, diversity, or excitement involved in Savage Skies, and certainly not enough incentive to keep slogging through the repetitive missions.
  13. XenGamers
    50
    A variety of cool weapons and powerups combined with intense aerial battles go a long way to compensate for the graphics.
  14. PSM Magazine
    40
    The generic rock soundtrack can't save the mediocre graphics. [May 2002, p.28]
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  15. IGN
    40
    It's just very, very dull.
  16. Adrenaline Vault
    40
    The storyline is half-baked, the graphics and sound are substandard, the music is intolerable, and weak enemy AI makes for boring gameplay.
  17. PSX Nation
    40
    An adequate but flawed multi-beast shooter that's too overpriced and unpolished to be worth the attention of anyone but the hardest of Ian Livingstone hardcore fans.
  18. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    38
    A bland flight-combat shooter. [June 2002, p.114]
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Awards & Rankings

90
#90 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. oldgamer81
    Sep 26, 2021
    7
    Finally an almost new game style idea. The last game that simulated flying on a dragon, that I remember, was Dragonstrike on DOS 1990.Finally an almost new game style idea. The last game that simulated flying on a dragon, that I remember, was Dragonstrike on DOS 1990. Graphically this games looks like the very first generation of PS2 games, so even for 2002 when it came out in north america it is mediore. The animation is not the best, there are some clipping issues and the resolution looks like PS1. But it is fun to fly around on dragons, giant eagles and winged monsters. The variety of flying animals is great, the different weapon styles and the different mission styles lead to an very entertaining experience. The biggest issue for me is, that it is too short, as there are only 9 mission for each of the three camps, especially becaus only the first camp is easy enough to enjoy. I like the trashy cut scenes, the rock soundtrack and the fact, that the flying riding animals don't steer like planes, but have their own style. A pity they didn't balance the difficulty better with the second and third part of the missions.… Full Review »
  2. MountainsFury92
    May 15, 2016
    5
    Savage Skies was a air combat game that was really creative but needed help on graphics, story, and probably needed a budget. Was a fun gameSavage Skies was a air combat game that was really creative but needed help on graphics, story, and probably needed a budget. Was a fun game growing up but the cut-scenes still make me cringe even with my nostalgia goggles on.… Full Review »
  3. MaxO.
    Jun 27, 2002
    8
    Overall a good fantasy flight game.
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