Zone of the Enders

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. Gaming Maxx
    89
    Finally a game that boasts graphics that we have been promised would come out of our PS2s.
  2. Daily Radar
    88
    It's innovative, intuitive, engaging and, best of all, comes jam-packed with action that's fast, furious and totally fresh. It's the first genuine opportunity for anime fans to bring their robotic dreams to life.
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  3. XGP Gaming
    88
    This is one game that is not afraid to lay it all out on the table and let the chips fall.
  5. Happy Puppy
    85
    Short and to the point, Zone of the Enders is a beautifully presented and entertaining, if shallow, action game.
  6. GamePro
    80
    An enjoyable action title that's easy to pick up and play. If you can get past the preachy narrative and dialogue, you'll be immersed in intense combat and cool weapons.
  7. Spank!
    80
    It's kind of brilliant - but it's also a bit of an underachiever, considering what could have been.
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  8. TotalGames.net
    80
    Unhappily then, ZOE is a novel, yet overly hyped PS2 game that ranks alongside "The Bouncer" as one of the biggest disappointments of the year.
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  9. Hot Games
    80
    Maneuvering Jehuty is about as intuitive as you can get with the use of a single analog stick. Every combat option from firing your weapons and thrusters to raising your shields becomes an extension of your hand.
  10. Maxim Online
    80
    We dare you to find a game package that gives you more bang for your buck—both literally and figuratively.
  11. Gamezilla!
    79
    The graphics were amazing and the smooth controls made me really feel like I was in control of a very agile, very large machine, but the poor voice acting, the annoying main character, and the very short length of the game takes this out of the realm of a must-buy.
  12. IGN
    75
    The 3D engine and control scheme they have created are absolutely marvelous, and the game's visual designs are top-notch. It has flashes of brilliant scenario design... So I hope their next game builds on those strengths, and does something about the problems I've already discussed at length.
  13. GamePower
    75
    A remarkable new mech combat/fighting game hybrid that -- while gorgeous to look at and often wickedly addictive to play -- offers a surprisingly fleeting overall gameplay experience.
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  14. Electric Playground
    75
    But although it introduces some exciting new concepts into its gameplay and environment, some of these don’t seem to be as well thought out or tested as they ought to have been, and a few other important game elements seem to have been sacrificed altogether.
  15. GameSpy
    75
    An entertaining, but shallow, experience. This game has some sweet graphics and some fun combat, but not a whole lot else.

Awards & Rankings

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#56 Best PS2 Game of 2001
31
#31 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2001
30
#30 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2001

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User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 82 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 82
  3. Negative: 12 out of 82
  1. serverny
    Jul 26, 2013
    0
    This game is unplayable mess from every point of view.
    I strongly suggest you never launch this "game" even if you got it for free.
    Plot    This game is unplayable mess from every point of view.
    I strongly suggest you never launch this "game" even if you got it for free.

    Plot is non-existant, main character makes me want to kill him every time he opens his mouth.

    Worst of all are awful gameplay mechanics and fact that this is unplayable without a strategy guide, because game NEVER explain what needs to be done next so its up to you to decide which of 5 already finished levels you must visit for 5th time to get another "password" to progress further.    … Full Review »
  2. NoahB.
    Jun 24, 2004
    10
    Z.O.E. is a GREAT game but it's "M" ,it should at least "T".But besides that it's an 11.
  3. Jouna92
    Dec 26, 2013
    7
    So much potential in this one. But this great idea drowns in its redundant enemies, objectives, and landscapes. The story have some greatSo much potential in this one. But this great idea drowns in its redundant enemies, objectives, and landscapes. The story have some great moments but overall there is nothing special to offer.… Full Review »
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