Twisted Metal: Black

 PlayStation 2
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 154 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 126 out of 154
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 154
  3. Negative: 11 out of 154
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  1. GregD.
    Mar 4, 2002
    10
    This is what you look for in a game. Super-fast, violence, and missles and machine guns are all a game needs!
  2. pietadon
    Jul 4, 2003
    10
    this game is a god sent compaired to the other previos games this game is....well i cant compair it for it cant go higher. and a message to thoes who gave it a bad review and thoes reading them, they only say that becuse there perfectionistic litle shits who cant get passed the first level. not to mention they pelvis cancer, once again to thoes with bad reviwes on this godly game ..FUCK YOU!!!!!
  3. S.Foley
    Jun 28, 2001
    10
    This game rocks. I love the dark atmosphere and storyline of this game. The graphics are great, and the speed is incredible. The levels are huge with a lot of secrets. Get this one for sure.
  4. BlaineG.
    Oct 5, 2002
    10
    The best of the Twisted series has a wicked awesome cast of characters and has a great set of levels for ultimate gameplay. Also out for internet, so you can play with people across the nation!!10/10!!!!
  5. Dr.No
    Feb 24, 2002
    10
    Car doors torn to pieces...Humans flaming like torches exploding in the air...Innocent pedestrians crushed and impaled to pieces...Heavy metal music...Helicopters and airliners exploding under a hellstorm of machine guns, rocket lauchers and flamethrowers...Psycho child abused killers driving customized vehicles that turn into robots with special weapons....My type and idea of game...A+++
  6. ClintonB.
    May 25, 2002
    10
    This is one game that doesn't give up the gameplay for the graphics.
  7. RussellE.
    Feb 5, 2006
    10
    I love this game, I used to have it but even though ive gotten everything I occasionally rent it because its great.
  8. ChuckD.
    Nov 16, 2001
    10
    It's bomb.
  9. TommyC.
    Nov 27, 2001
    10
    Yes baby best game on ps2.
  10. ChrisX.
    Oct 29, 2001
    10
    I think this game is cool. With all the carnage and blood and pedestrian traffic being blown up and people of fire and all of the explosives and car crashes. This is the best game I ever played.
  11. StewartA.
    Oct 16, 2002
    10
    This is the best graphiced game!!!! And the best game to play!!!!
  12. ChrisW.
    Jun 26, 2002
    10
    Excellent! Sweet Tooth is the ultimate bad guy! This game has excellent graphics, amazing gameplay, and it keeps you coming back for more. Seconds anyone?
  13. JoelR.
    Apr 17, 2004
    10
    WOW Best Driver Shooter Game I'v Played. Really Interesting stories, good graphics, levels, and charactors.
  14. BradenB.
    Dec 16, 2001
    10
    I truly love this game. Incog. really saved the Twisted Metal series from 989 (they couldn't make a worse game if they tried). I love the stories and driver profiles(especially sweet tooths) and the specials rock! The graphics are excellent. I wish they would have kept some of the old drivers from 1 and 2 though.
  15. AnatoliI.
    Nov 24, 2005
    10
    Just the best Twisted Metal Ever !!!
  16. EmAnYyYyy
    Jan 28, 2012
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time.. Twisted Metal. I'm a huge RPG fan so this game is out of my genre but I just love the fact that it's fast paced and basically just a very addictive car combat game. No other companies can compete with Eat Sleep Play's Twisted Metal. The storyline in this game is very dark and awesome, the cars are very detailed and have cool specials and the levelOne of my favorite games of all time.. Twisted Metal. I'm a huge RPG fan so this game is out of my genre but I just love the fact that it's fast paced and basically just a very addictive car combat game. No other companies can compete with Eat Sleep Play's Twisted Metal. The storyline in this game is very dark and awesome, the cars are very detailed and have cool specials and the level design is great. The only minor problem I found was that all of the level's are "dark" which is cool and everything but I'de like to see some very opposite type maps in there for more variety.… Expand
  17. IcedCoffee
    Feb 22, 2014
    10
    Brutal, dark, gritty, satisfying and addictive. I really can't think of a better way to summarize this game.

    I absolutely adore the gritty, industrial themes of Twisted Metal Black, along with the disturbing and dark back stories of each character gives this game a real hard edge in comparison to other titles of the same genre. It all works so perfectly with the tone and flawless,    Brutal, dark, gritty, satisfying and addictive. I really can't think of a better way to summarize this game.

    I absolutely adore the gritty, industrial themes of Twisted Metal Black, along with the disturbing and dark back stories of each character gives this game a real hard edge in comparison to other titles of the same genre. It all works so perfectly with the tone and flawless, fast-paced car combat action.

    You really won't find a better car combat experience anywhere else. The only downside to this game is that it was only released on the Playstation 2!    … Expand
  18. NewDante
    Apr 9, 2014
    10
    este juego fue genial, lo juegue como 100 horas y aun no me aburro, es un mítico juego de ps2.

    hay otros comentarios que lo critical mal solo por que si, ellos son solo troll, no dan ningún fundamento
  19. Amiga_boy
    Nov 12, 2015
    10
    thank you for my good childhoodz beutiful sound , amazing characters , looks sweet, gameplay -IDEAL!!! if you like good games from ps2 and original story - you must buy it!!!
  20. ShiruOtakuno
    Oct 23, 2020
    10
    Twisted Metal Black is far my favorite Playstation game of all time.
    The fast-paced high octane action is what makes this game better than all those that came before and after it. Many people claim the difficulty is too high, but they miss the fact that taking the time to learn the game's mechanics and oddities is extremely rewarding. It has a unique playing style that'll keep you on your    Twisted Metal Black is far my favorite Playstation game of all time.
    The fast-paced high octane action is what makes this game better than all those that came before and after it. Many people claim the difficulty is too high, but they miss the fact that taking the time to learn the game's mechanics and oddities is extremely rewarding. It has a unique playing style that'll keep you on your seat the whole time. You have to constantly keep thinking about your movement and strategy. There is no room to catch your breath. You have to keep moving and moving and moving, or you're dead. Not only is Twisted Metal Black highly replayable, (I still often come back to it after 10 years!) but it offers catharsis through chaos and destruction. The skill ceiling is extremely high for a game of its time, and it shows. Each character is fun to play and rewarding to beat the game with, and the online multiplayer is well-balanced and loads of fun, with a few interesting changes to the experience. The stories are demented and disturbing, which makes it all the more satisfying when you help them win the tournament and obtain Calypso's wish. The levels are well-designed, and fun to drive around in while destroying the various objects and uncovering certain secrets. Twisted Metal Black is ridiculously fun and engaging, which is why it's my all-time favorite

    This game isn't without flaws however, the main one being that in the development process, it feels just a tad bit rushed, leading to a lot of missed opportunities and cut content, the most famous of which being the final boss Warhawk as a playable character. A few of the characters are lacking story cutscenes, and story mode in general is limited on stage choices, which make it feel repetitive at times. The quality-of-life improvements that later games in the series added are lacking here, and the local multiplayer was not handled too well. For example, not only is there no team deathmatch options, but there is also no way to disable friendly fire in co-op mode, which can often lead to you accidentally shooting your friend, even if you were aiming at someone else. Also, the secret levels that you unlock by finding the hidden black cubes in the levels are only playable in multiplayer mode, despite the fact that you can play with bots on these stages in Twisted Metal Black: Online. It makes no sense.

    Despite its wasted potential, Twisted Metal Black continues to deliver on blood-pumping carnage, epic music, and satisfying kills. It's a shame that the franchise is dead in the water as it is, as I would love to see it make an epic return someday. Hopefully, Sony will pick up this game and remake it for the PS5 or at the very least, provide a 1st-person arcade port. This game is available for the PS2, is backwards compatible with the PS3, and has its own downloadable 2013 port on the PS4. If you are at all a fan of early 2000s, combat, cars, combat cars, or Playstation in general, Twisted Metal Black is a must-play for all gamers that want to show the industry the true meaning of road rage.

    10/10.

    Sincerely,
    Shiru Otakuno.    … Expand
  21. JeanAlterCXV
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    una carta de amor al gaming, el mejor de su saga y ojalá lo porteen a pc algún día
  22. Juluz
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like the story I like how roadkill is like a cop at the end like that's my favorite part and this game is probably one of the best games on the PlayStation 2 have ever played it's also on PlayStation 4 and 5 I wish they actually release the remastered one… Expand
  23. RJP
    Jan 4, 2002
    9
    One of the best games I have played for a while. The only problem I have with it is that the boss is a stupid police copter. But still, Sweettooth, nuff' said.
  24. MartinC.
    Dec 11, 2001
    9
    WOW... this game ROCKS! A clever blend of intense action wacky characters and massive levels make this game a must have for any PS2 collection!
  25. GirmawiJ.
    Oct 27, 2001
    9
    It has bad A. graphics. Cool levels and every thing. This is a cool game.
  26. ShaunJ.
    Jun 21, 2001
    9
    Twisted Metal: Black is a very dark (hence the name) and disturbing game with excellent graphics and great sound. Don't expect to finish in a day, this game is hard! Definitely worth the money.
  27. RyanM.
    Feb 13, 2003
    9
    This game is a great addition to the twisted metal series. The violence on top of the addictive gameplay makes this game a great multiplayer. The wide choices of characters and the many varied tracks makes this game a definite greatest hits. Twisted Metal Rules!!!!!!!
  28. TimN.
    Feb 25, 2007
    9
    Very good game, builds and improves on TM2 in every way.
  29. BarryC.
    Nov 16, 2001
    9
    Awesome game! Recommended for multiplayer as it is much more entertaining when you get to blast a buddy to kingdom come!
  30. MikeN.
    Nov 23, 2001
    9
    Even after many months, and many new game releases, I still find myself truly enjoying TMB. Definitely continues the legacy of TM1 and TM2, which was sorely missing in 3-4.
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Awards & Rankings

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#11 Best PS2 Game of 2001
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#12 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
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#17 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001

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Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. GameSpot
    95
    Not only the best in the series, but it also manages to be the best car combat game ever created and one of the best PlayStation 2 games currently available.
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  2. GamePen
    100
    The sound is very disturbing in a Nine Inch Nails sort of way—very cool and very brooding, fitting in perfectly with the game.
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  3. TotalPlayStation
    95
    The difference is that TMB just does it all better. Level design, graphics, weapons, vehicles, players… they’re all pulled off to such a perfect degree that it almost seems like the other games didn’t even exist.
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