The Shield: The Game

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Aspyr
  • Release Date: Jan 9, 2007
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Mixed or average reviews- based on 11 Ratings

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  • Summary: Sammy Studios and Point Of View capture the look, feel, and authenticity of "The Shield" television series in a 3rd-person action game. Never-before-seen gameplay elements create the first true-to-life police action game, and moments taken directly from the series immerse players in theSammy Studios and Point Of View capture the look, feel, and authenticity of "The Shield" television series in a 3rd-person action game. Never-before-seen gameplay elements create the first true-to-life police action game, and moments taken directly from the series immerse players in the disturbing Farmington underworld now recognized by millions as Vic Mackey's universe. Players control Vic in a living, breathing Farmington, engaging in perilous assignments ranging from busting crack dens to thwarting bank robberies. Much like the series, Vic and the Strike Team delve into the grayest areas of the law, fighting a war on crime where the ends justify the means. In addition to the raw action that undergirds the gameplay, players employ tactics used by Vic on the show, including intimidating suspects, employing brute force, accepting and offering bribes and planting incriminating evidence. The game also lets players choose between the right and wrong side of the law, with Vic walking a thin line while trying to accomplish missions, maintain the respect of his men, keep his politically ambitious police captain happy, pad his retirement fund and, above all, avoid Internal Affairs. [Sammy Studios]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 22
  3. Negative: 19 out of 22
  1. GamesRadar+
    60
    The Shield has some unique things going for it, but the spotty enemy (and friend) intelligence and monotony keep it from achieving anything close to greatness.
  2. VGPub
    57
    I really wanted to like The Shield. Unless you’re a Shield enthusiast like me, you’ll be safe passing on this one.
  3. Game Revolution
    42
    I was happy that The Shield made great use of its police officer premise, but the game really wore me down. It probably doesn’t deserve a critical thrashing, but the gameplay and story can’t compete on today’s shelves.
  4. 1UP
    35
    The Shield is too little, too late; what would've been a merely mediocre license tie-in is now, due to its very late birth, simply a bad game.
  5. PSM3 Magazine UK
    31
    Even the most rabid of fans will be disappointed. [Sept 2007, p.80]
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  6. GameSpy
    30
    This is one game that should have never been let out of a holding cell.
  7. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    12
    An unmitigated disaster. Terribly designed both technically and in terms of gameplay, it’s a miserable, useless, joyless experience entirely bereft of fun.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 1 out of 4
  1. AidenDaniel
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    I remember playing this on my ps2 when it came out i still think it gave me a blast
    i remember spending hours on end, It very much reminds me    I remember playing this on my ps2 when it came out i still think it gave me a blast
    i remember spending hours on end, It very much reminds me of The 50 cent game on ps2
    Its a great game    … Expand
  2. MatthewS.
    Nov 7, 2004
    9
    Very good possibly better than Grand theft auto. Shame that you cant be other members of the strike team as it would get 10
  4. Rob
    Jan 18, 2007
    8
    The game is much better then I expected it to be. It may not be the greatest game in the world but it has its strong points. You will love The game is much better then I expected it to be. It may not be the greatest game in the world but it has its strong points. You will love the game if your a fan of the show. If you've never seen the show, you may be a fan after playing the game.… Expand
  5. spencerh.
    May 7, 2007
    1
    I rented this game because my friend likes the show. It sucked the life out of me in a way that was almost humorous. I thought it was a I rented this game because my friend likes the show. It sucked the life out of me in a way that was almost humorous. I thought it was a difficult game until I realised that it was (and remains) a broken waste of time.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#65 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007
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#42 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2007