The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: THQ
  • Release Date: Nov 1, 2005
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
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  1. AceGamez
    80
    Obviously younger audiences are going to enjoy the game more than older players, but for any self-respecting Incredibles fan, the story and the teamwork gameplay is enough to warrant a look.
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  2. PGNx Media
    78
    The game sports a good story and solid gameplay with unique abilities for the different characters. It’s more enjoyable than the first game and good filler until the second The Incredibles film.
  3. Cheat Code Central
    74
    Younger kids that love the Incredibles but aren't exactly skilled gamers are going to have the best time with this game.
  5. Gaming Target
    66
    Heavy Iron just wasn't able to quite capture the magic of the original Pixar film and the game simply isn't that fun for long periods of time.
  6. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    60
    Does a pretty good job of capturing the spirit of the film and provies some mindless laughs. Kids will love it too - trust us, we checked. [Jan 2006, p.109]
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  7. IGN
    60
    It's a short, simple ride. The Incredibles 2: Rise of the Underminer offers decent fun for younger kids, but the action and puzzles won't challenge older gamers.
  8. Eurogamer
    60
    Rise of the Underminer lacks the imagination, variation and challenge of a game like "R&C," and for that it doesn't deserve any more than the score we're about to give it.
  9. DarkStation
    60
    The sequel continues where the hit movie left off, but the action is constantly marred by repetitive gameplay and surprisingly uninspired visuals.
  10. The Sydney Morning Herald
    50
    But while young fans will enjoy this brief two-player adventure, the underground environments and robotic opponents lack variety and imagination.
  11. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    50
    The voices are great, the gameplay's not half-bad - but the AI is such an impediment that the fun quickly drains away. [Jan 2006, p.99]
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  12. Gaming Age
    50
    While the game doesn’t do much in the way of gameplay, the presentation makes up for it.
  13. PALGN
    40
    The gameplay is utterly basic, consisting of punching and running, but the co-operative element between two players is quite nice. Kids who loved the movie will no doubt get a kick out of this game.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 15 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 2 out of 15
  1. FFStudios
    Nov 23, 2011
    5
    If you're a die-hard fan of The Incredibles and you're young (like I was when I played it), then you're sure to enjoy this fairly enjoyable,If you're a die-hard fan of The Incredibles and you're young (like I was when I played it), then you're sure to enjoy this fairly enjoyable, but short romp. The gameplay is simple; you punch, kick and smash through hoardes of mindless (AI) enemies through several underground environments. The co-op and bonus missions add a fair bit to the game and the action is often pretty to look at. However, it is also often repetitive and lacks proper variety. Older gamers will also probably find the challenges and story to be a little too easy and weak. Nevertheless, if you have young un's to keep occupied; this is the game you'll want to get.… Full Review »
  2. The-reviewer11
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    This game was awesome. I used to play this game so much i would restart the game and see how fast i could get through the first level.
  3. Zilcell
    Nov 7, 2011
    8
    This game offers about 15 hours of gameplay. It is better than the 1st game although this game is more fun when you play it with a friend inThis game offers about 15 hours of gameplay. It is better than the 1st game although this game is more fun when you play it with a friend in 2-player. It will be especially fun for fans of The Incredibles because it continues where the film left off.… Full Review »
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