Star Wars: Bounty Hunter

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 32
  3. Negative: 3 out of 32
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    90
    I've already admitted I'm not the biggest Star Wars fan and I found Bounty Hunter dripping with entertainment value.
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  2. GameZone
    90
    A joy to play.
  3. Gamezilla!
    86
    Although not one the best games of the year, it still has a number of redeeming qualities and if you’re a fan of either Star Wars or third person shooters, you won’t be disappointed.
  5. Media and Games Online Network
    84
    Controlling and moving around is simple enough, but once you have to start doing several things at once it can get confusing and difficult.
  6. IGN
    82
    The game is still incredibly fun too play though, and makes good use of its true 3D stature.
  7. G4 TV
    80
    Despite all the things Jango can do, control is streamlined and intuitive... A rock-solid action title that should keep Fett fans very happy.
  8. Gamer's Pulse
    80
    What’s the point of eliminating wave after wave of identical baddie if you can’t even buy anything worthwhile with the credits earned? My advice: keep your hard earned credits and use them to put a bounty on the head of the poor schlup that implemented the moronic money system.
  9. PSX Nation
    80
    The best part is to finally be able to control a cool villain outside of the confined restrictions of a shooter or fighting game.
  10. GamerWeb Sony
    80
    Although it is hampered with framerate issues and a bit of a clumsy interface, the game delivers on mostly every other aspect.
  11. Gaming Age
    75
    If LucasArts can clean up that collision detection issue, it would be a near-perfect third person action engine for future releases.
  12. GameNow
    75
    Flawed, but fun. [Feb 2003, p.43]
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  13. netjak
    75
    Plagued with some serious frame-rate problems and some rather questionable control decisions by Lucas, it still comes out as a good game worth at least a weekend rental.
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#37 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002
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#7 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2002

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 56 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 56
  3. Negative: 4 out of 56
  1. Ponstory_Games
    Oct 24, 2013
    10
    Lucasarts was once well-known in the gaming industry for creating some of the most compelling, innovative, and outlandishly fun experiences inLucasarts was once well-known in the gaming industry for creating some of the most compelling, innovative, and outlandishly fun experiences in history. As sad as it is to see them go, you can always do yourself a service by going back and seeing what made them so great in the first place. Bounty Hunter is one such example that shows their prowess in crafting an intricate and original story housing some of the most memorable (if not the most memorable) characters seen in any of their games. Following Jango on an adventure that includes him assassinating corrupt senators, infiltrating a crime-lord's barracks, delving into Coruscant's underworld to find where certain dangerous drugs are being smuggled, and breaking into an asteroid-based prison are only a few of the levels you'll have a blast playing through, however challenging they may be. Rest assured you won't feel disempowered or bored on your travels; Jango has access to all of the galaxy's more sophisticated weaponry and gadgets, from silent toxic darts, to a whipcord for roping up enemies, to his signature flamethrower and dual pistols. You'll even get jetpack upgrades along the way. In addition to the already-stellar narrative, you can take on side-missions in each level by scanning NPCs (who roam the map, going about their daily business), and find out whether any of them have a bounty on their head. Once they're marked, you can cash in for the reward, dead or alive, but the ensuing chase is where the real fun comes in. All in all, Bounty Hunter serves to show us just how fun a Star Wars game can be, and makes Episode 2 just a tad more bearable when you understand who Zam Wessel is, and why Jango ever decided to join Count Dooku (which the game's CG cut-scenes serve to explain in fine detail). Prepare to be dazzled. You owe it to Lucasarts to play one of their greatest games.… Full Review »
  2. Weslapootayn
    Jul 22, 2017
    8
    I LOVE this game! Seriously underrated. Sure the game could've used a little more variety in gameplay like stealth missions and sniperI LOVE this game! Seriously underrated. Sure the game could've used a little more variety in gameplay like stealth missions and sniper missions or something, but it's still great. I get a lot of enjoyment out of gunning down hundreds of dudes in a crazy battle, and it takes a while for me to get bored of it. There's enough weapon variety to keep it interesting and give you different ways to approach battles so it's not like it's that repetitive. I wish that the money you collect from bounties could be used to buy weapon upgrades or something, but whatever. It's not perfect, but it's a lot of fun.… Full Review »
  3. Sylictic
    Jul 8, 2023
    3
    If you like hunting bounty then look no further than bounty hunter. Unless you want a good video game.
    The idea of playing as boba fett in the    If you like hunting bounty then look no further than bounty hunter. Unless you want a good video game.
    The idea of playing as boba fett in the star wars underworld on paper sounds like one of the best ideas of all time. Unfortunately a boring story, linear progression and stifled gameplay make this a slog rather than a joy to finish.    … Full Review »
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