The Da Vinci Code

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: 2K Games
  • Release Date: May 15, 2006
  • Also On: PC
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 28 Ratings

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  • Summary: Guide Robert Langdon and Sophie Neveu on their quest to solve a bizarre murder-mystery and uncover the ultimate treasure protected by an ancient secret society. Expands upon "The Da Vinci Code" universe by giving the player new experiences and locations not visited in the book or the film.Guide Robert Langdon and Sophie Neveu on their quest to solve a bizarre murder-mystery and uncover the ultimate treasure protected by an ancient secret society. Expands upon "The Da Vinci Code" universe by giving the player new experiences and locations not visited in the book or the film. Combines a unique blend of stealth, frantic chases and combat, diversely cryptic puzzles, and exploration. Explore detailed environments and discover hidden clues in world famous locations such as The Louvre, Westminster Abbey, St. Sulpice and more. Players must solve a wide variety of challenging physical and intellectual puzzles that will ultimately lead them to the resting ground of the Holy Grail.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 43
  3. Negative: 14 out of 43
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    80
    A decent adventure with interesting themes and puzzles. Too bad the combat and stealth sections are not up to par. Choosing the easiest battle difficulty lets the puzzles take the centre stage – as they should. [June 2006]
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  2. Next Level Gaming
    73
    Overall, my biggest complaint is that the game seemed to drag on. It can be tough to pace a game that relies so heavily on puzzle-solving, but this game seemed really dull at points.
  3. GameSpot
    65
    Offers a challenging and varied gameplay experience that will satisfy the amateur cryptographer in everyone. However, the game is brought down by subpar production values and a dialogue-heavy story that has a tendency to drag at times.
  4. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    50
    The whole thing takes about 10 hours to play, and with little to no replay value, this doesn’t exactly represent fantastic value for money. Overall, the Da Vinci Code game is like a disappointing pleasure cruise, with one or two sunny islands floating in a big, grey sea of tedium.
  5. GameBrink
    50
    It follows the plot while trying to integrate gameplay and ultimately fails. I was hoping it would turn out for the better as I did enjoy the book but sadly the end product feels rushed and very unpolished.
  6. PSM Magazine
    45
    If you're expecting puzzles to solve in The Da Vinci Code, then you'll be pleased to know there are plenty; if you're expecting a good game, however, that's a different story entirely. [Aug 2006, p.84]
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  7. Gamers Europe
    20
    I could go on and on about the other dreadful aspects of this game - the fact that there is virtually zero replay value because once you've solved the puzzles they never change, or the stupid setup that has speech subtitles appearing OVER parts of the screen you need to see to perform actions at some points - but I really can't be bothered.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. JudyP.
    May 22, 2006
    9
    I liked the book, and really enjoyed the game. For anyone who is interested in this story, it is a great way to experience it.
  2. KellieL.
    May 22, 2006
    9
    For those who loved the book, you really will enjoy this game. Tough but good puzzles, with an entertaining mix of gameplay.
  4. [Anonymous]
    May 28, 2007
    9
    Nice puzzles, interesting story, new additions, great atmosphere.
  5. JenF.
    May 22, 2006
    9
    It was a good variety of gameplay with some really challenging puzzles. it was better than the movie.
  6. DavidS.
    May 22, 2006
    9
    I played it on xbox and it was a nice looking game with pretty challenging puzzles. i really enjoyed reading the book, and thought the game I played it on xbox and it was a nice looking game with pretty challenging puzzles. i really enjoyed reading the book, and thought the game did a good job at introducing new additional material that i havent seen before.… Expand
  7. MohammadR.
    Dec 21, 2006
    9
    Actually i didnt play for many years but i had so interest to play this game.it was so nice and complicated and these things make you to sitActually i didnt play for many years but i had so interest to play this game.it was so nice and complicated and these things make you to sit and play for more than 3 hour like me.but i think something wrong in fighting of this game but by the way it is so nice and you can learn something even the evidence is so good you can follow them to get the real answer like me.… Expand
  8. Joldie
    Aug 18, 2006
    8
    I'm still near the beginning.Am enjoying it and the puzzles are good but the combat moves are rather awkward at times. Glad I got it though!

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#97 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2006