Tekken Tag Tournament

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Oct 25, 2000
Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
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  1. Daily Radar
    100
    If you like Tekken then you have to have this, the most, biggest, best bag of Tekken so far. A droolworthy launch title.
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  2. GameSpot
    96
    Graphically, the game has taken a very large leap, and the arcade version of the game looks downright ugly by comparison.
  3. TotalGames.net
    92
    The depth within blows the likes of "Street Fighter EX3" and "Dead Or Alive 2" out of the picture.
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  5. Gaming Maxx
    91
    While this game is Tekken three with tag team and better graphics, it really is a fun game to play. This is probably what Soul Calibur was to Dreamcast, although not as great.
  6. GameSpy
    91
    The second best fighting game ever made, losing only to Namco's own "Soul Calibur," but still should be bought.
  7. Electric Playground
    90
    Currently the high water mark for the PS2.
  8. CNET Gamecenter
    90
    From the revamped graphics to the refined gameplay, this is arcade fighting at its best.
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  9. GamePro
    90
    Combines a wealth of visual power with extra gameplay modes, creating hours of intense gameplay.
  10. Thunderbolt
    90
    While Tekken Tag Tournament is one of the oldest fighters on the PS2, few of the later fighting games have come close to matching its quality.
  11. Games Radar
    88
    Looks stunning. The polygon count has been upped from the coin-op version, and the characters are as lifelike as you could want.
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  12. Cincinnati Enquirer
    88
    The graphics are the best ever seen in a fighting game.
  13. IGN
    87
    It has more characters, more moves, four-player tag battle, and more secrets than you'll find in any other fighting game in the world. If you're looking for revolutionary new features or gameplay, you're not going to find it here.
  14. Happy Puppy
    85
    Although the fundamental Tekken formula has changed a little, the mind-blowing graphics will draw in even the most casual gamers.
  15. GamerWeb Sony
    85
    Very nice and very pretty, it's just too darn bad that there weren't more innovations included in the game.
  16. Core Magazine
    83
    It has flash. It has substance. It will astound you. Sadly, if you want to be astounded for very long, you'll probably need someone to come along for the competition.
  17. Gaming Age
    83
    Although TTT doesn't innovate or provide tons of replay value options as Namco's Dreamcast opus "Soul Calibur," it is nearly perfect in what it does--and it is guaranteed to provide you with hours upon hours of solid fighting enjoyment.
  18. All Game Guide
    80
    Not the system-launching revolution that it was perhaps cracked up to be. It is, however, a great fighting game, and a tremendous addition to any fighting fan's library.
  19. PSX Nation
    80
    To say that Tekken Tag Tournament is as original for the PS2 as Tekken was for the PS would be a mistake.
  20. Total Video Games
    80
    The US version of Tekken Tag Tournament is without flicker, or as some people call them: "jaggies".
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  21. Game Fan
    76
    Such a non-step forward in game play that any visual victory it achieves rings hollow.
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  22. TotalPlayStation
    75
    Is Tekken Tag Tournament a new game? No, that’s what Tekken 4 will be. TTT is an improvement and refinement of the old games.
  23. Game Revolution
    75
    The most despicable Tekken Tag faux pas is the omission of a last hit slow-motion replay.
  24. Spank!
    70
    If you have never played a Tekken game before then prepare for perhaps the best fighting game ever, however Tekken veterans shouldn't expect too much.
  25. Hot Games
    70
    Relying too much on its past as other more advanced games pass it by, the series is fast becoming one for diehard fans only.
  26. Antagonist
    60
    One big disk of suck. I could find better fighting games for the Atari.
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Awards & Rankings

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#4 Best PS2 Game of 2000
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#1 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2000
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#1 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2000

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 185 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 156 out of 185
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 185
  3. Negative: 9 out of 185
  1. Neo010390
    Nov 18, 2010
    10
    This is definatly a step up to the arcade version and quite possible my faviroute Tekken game in the series so far. Tekken Tag Tournament isThis is definatly a step up to the arcade version and quite possible my faviroute Tekken game in the series so far. Tekken Tag Tournament is the first instalment of the "Tag" series and brings back previous characters from the earlier Tekken games. The graphics have certainly boosted up a notch from the PS1 and Arcade versions, some of the stages are fantastic - pyramid temples, colosseum's and dojos. Gameplay is still the same as before, but there are some new fighting moves, different game modes to play and for the first time you can play as not one, but two characters in each fight. Not all characters are available to start off with, you have to unlock them in Arcade mode. Fight your way through 8 different stages by kicking, punching and wrestling each opponent and you will unlock a new character as well as a nice short theatre clip from each character you complete Arcade in. If you've played Tekken before, then most of the moves you'll know already but if you're new to the series, you may want to get some practicing done in Practice mode. You can change the difficulty settings if want to challenge yourself and become a master at the game. Of course this game wouldn't be Tekken without (my personal faviroute) multiplayer, where you and your friend can choose two different characters (4 altogether). Another new feature to this game is if you have a Multitap, you can have up to 4 players to make it even more enjoyable. You and your friends can get loads of aggressive fun, competing against one another to become the champion. If that wasn't enough for you why not play a much relaxing game of bowling, yes you heard me right bowling, something you might wanna try if you have a bad headache after all that anger and shouting from multiplayer. One thing that disappoints me is even though you can use two characters tag in each fight, the round ends after one of them is defeated rather than finish them both off. This would have been a nice option to let you configure this. Usually I would get bored of the same old repetitive fighting but it still manages to charm for the fourth time running.… Full Review »
  2. Jouna92
    Dec 25, 2013
    8
    More characters, more moves, four-player tag battle, and more. Graphically, the game has taken a very large leap. Overall great Tekken TagMore characters, more moves, four-player tag battle, and more. Graphically, the game has taken a very large leap. Overall great Tekken Tag Tournament is a great game.… Full Review »
  3. SSJ2_vegeta
    Apr 18, 2002
    3
    I agree with solid_snake,3D fighters suck with the exception of Soul Caliber. This game is bad. 2D fighters forever!!
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