The Red Star

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  • Summary: Over the course of several generations, the once mighty empire known as The United Republics of The Red Star (U.R.R.S.) slaughtered millions of its own people by the order of a single man. This man was their leader, Imbohl; a mighty sorcerer whose insanity turned his people's Utopian dreamsOver the course of several generations, the once mighty empire known as The United Republics of The Red Star (U.R.R.S.) slaughtered millions of its own people by the order of a single man. This man was their leader, Imbohl; a mighty sorcerer whose insanity turned his people's Utopian dreams into a nightmarish scheme driven by the desire to forge his own immortality. Haunted by the ghosts of their nation's tragic past, the Heroes of the Red Star, at the battle of Kar Dathra's Gate, discover the true nature of their people's struggle, abandon their duties as soldiers of the Red Fleet, and embark upon a quest to liberate their people from Imbohl's dark legacy. [Acclaim]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 32
  3. Negative: 1 out of 32
  1. Hardcore Gamer
    100
    The Red Star is an amazing game; it's fast, fun, and loaded with variety. [July 2007, p.52]
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  2. GameSpot
    81
    Despite spending years on the shelf, The Red Star ably delivers a unique and challenging blend of beat-'em-up and top-down shooter action.
  3. Gamers Europe
    80
    I'd suggest you treat The Red Star like you would a dead dog full of lovely cream cakes: ignore the stench of old mank and dig right in to the deliciousness!
  4. Boomtown
    70
    A decent, side-scrolling action romp, with admirable multiplayer offering and enjoyable gameplay. This, comrade, is well worth an investment.
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  5. GamesRadar+
    70
    The graphics are what you'd expect from a PS2 game, with a nice gloomy futuristic style. For only $20, The Red Star is a great example of why the PS2 still rocks, and why old school gaming is far from dead.
  6. Games Master UK
    63
    Hardly groundbreaking and extremely limited, but worth a look at for ease of play and price. [June 2007, p.82]
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  7. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    30
    The warfare is as dull as the characters. [June 2007, p.101]
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  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. BushM
    Dec 2, 2007
    10
    I love this game. I just stumbled across it used for $13 yesterday. Its really fun. I remember I was so pumped for this game like 4 years ago I love this game. I just stumbled across it used for $13 yesterday. Its really fun. I remember I was so pumped for this game like 4 years ago before it got canceled. I was so confused when I found it. I didn't that it even came out. why didn't I see any reviews or any news at all for this game?… Expand
  2. BrianK.
    May 1, 2007
    10
    Finally came out! Plays great! Love the old-school vibe.
  4. CharlesN.
    May 1, 2007
    10
    My time with this game encapsulates some of the best times of my life.
  5. AshbyH.
    May 7, 2007
    9
    Totally old school, totally fun. Graphics are not the best, but not ugly either. If you like old school, hardcore games (Think anything Totally old school, totally fun. Graphics are not the best, but not ugly either. If you like old school, hardcore games (Think anything Treasure made back in the day). Pick it up now!… Expand
  6. KilledShinigami
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Based on a comic book The Red Star has well-designed setting despite subpar graphics (even for the PS2). It's a nice and simple beat 'em upBased on a comic book The Red Star has well-designed setting despite subpar graphics (even for the PS2). It's a nice and simple beat 'em up with RPG elements and the gameplay is still very enjoyable. The best thing is that most of the combo moves are inspired by philosophical works or concepts!… Expand
  7. Traxvolution
    Sep 17, 2019
    9
    Excelente híbrido que combina mecánicas beat em up y shmup. 3 estilos diferentes a elegir y un sistema de mejoras interesante le otorgan unaExcelente híbrido que combina mecánicas beat em up y shmup. 3 estilos diferentes a elegir y un sistema de mejoras interesante le otorgan una gran rejugabilidad.… Expand
  8. Damien
    Mar 21, 2008
    8
    Definitely ahead of its time when it was scheduled to initially release...though not graphically, but gameplay wise. A great action adventure Definitely ahead of its time when it was scheduled to initially release...though not graphically, but gameplay wise. A great action adventure meets platform shooter. Very reminiscent of old-school arcade games like Contra or Aliens. Definitely worth a playthrough even if you aren't familiar with the franchise.… Expand

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#34 Best PS2 Game of 2007
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#32 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007
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#71 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2007