The Hobbit

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 36 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 36
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 36
  3. Negative: 1 out of 36
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  1. JonS.
    Dec 3, 2003
    7
    A good game if you like the books and movies. It does require some thought to beat the more challenging levels.
  2. KellyH.
    Nov 7, 2005
    10
    Very good.
  3. JoeB.
    May 20, 2006
    8
    I though that this game was very good. It provided interesting level design and a varity of missions sticking well to the masterpiece of a story. The battles were a little weak with a small variety of moves, but were nevertheless hard, requiring skill. It is a game that is fun to play once at least!
  4. Helmore
    Apr 5, 2012
    10
    An all around fun game with great music. Sneaking, action, puzzles the game has it all. Graphics aren't amazing but the art style is great, the gameplay is fun and refreshing. A must have in my books.
  5. Vitekdude
    Feb 18, 2013
    10
    Really good game
  6. Silvano1Se7
    Apr 26, 2023
    10
    Im giving this game a 10/10 just because nostalgia hits and for me its an amazing game that made my childhood, but ill say that if you want to start playing this its not the best game out there on the ps2 but goving it a try is still nice.
  7. VLG
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    One of the most nostalgic games for me, i dont know why. I beat it as a teen and i absolutely loved every second of it, from the combat to the puzzles. I was very disappointed when i finished it, because it had exactly zero replayability. Still, I remember it fondly to this day.

Awards & Rankings

86
#86 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2003

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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 17
  3. Negative: 3 out of 17
  1. Play Magazine
    83
    You find yourself waist-deep in a Zelda-style action/adventure, with a larger emphasis on stealth and platforming. [Oct 2003, p.65]
  2. GameSpot
    65
    Tolkien fans may enjoy the game's presentation of Middle-earth lore, but The Hobbit tends to rely too heavily on derivative, uninspired gameplay for it to stand up on its own.
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  3. IGN
    75
    Recommended to hardcore Tolkien fans or to younger players after a fun adventure. That said, the game has a long way to go to take on "Link" in battle.
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