MX vs. ATV Untamed

 PlayStation 3
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
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  1. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    80
    Considering Rainbow Studios' pedigree of excellent motocross and off-road racers, it isn't a shocker that MX vs. ATV Untamed delivers everything you'd hope for from the first next-gen iteration of the franchise. [Jan 2008, p.84]
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  2. Game Informer
    80
    What it may lack in revolutionary features it makes up for on the tracks where speed, skill, and surprises are not in short supply.
  3. GameSpy
    80
    MX vs. ATV Untamed isn't the greatest motocross game ever, but it's so much damn fun that you probably won't care. Note to Rainbow, though: fire that janky, poorly rendered blonde you have carrying the sign before races and insert some live-action shots of two beauties in your commercial. You'll sell way more games.
  5. Cheat Code Central
    80
    I would definitely recommend this title to those who haven't had any experience with the series, as it is a great standalone title. But for those with a passion for x-cross who have already experienced MX vs. ATV, this title may not be as unique of an experience as they might want.
  6. GameZone
    80
    MX Vs. ATV Untamed may not shine like a next-gen star, but it sure plays like one.
  7. TotalPlayStation
    80
    The MX vs. ATV formula has finally burned through the last of its wide-bodied appeal. That doesn't mean Untamed is a bad game, but it's not what I would call a proper Rainbow Studios game either.
  8. GameTrailers
    76
    Even though it doesn’t have the jaw-dropping visuals of a game like Motorstorm, MX vs. ATV: Untamed delivers tight controls, great tracks, and a lot of options. There’s plenty to do, so you won’t get bored of playing in the dirt anytime soon.
  9. ZTGD
    75
    A safe sequel that does more to refine the franchise than re-invent it. If you are a fan then there may be enough here to satisfy your need for speed, but if the last outing left you craving something new than this is not your game.

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#66 Best PS3 Game of 2007
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#77 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2007
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#64 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2007

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User Score
6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 3 out of 9
  1. gregthreet
    Jun 30, 2012
    5
    This is a fun game. So man up and face it, this is a game which is only for fun. It isnt a serious and its not amazing. I cant say I think itsThis is a fun game. So man up and face it, this is a game which is only for fun. It isnt a serious and its not amazing. I cant say I think its fun for more than couple of hours because that would be a lie. Its ok though.… Full Review »
  2. DavidG.
    Feb 2, 2009
    8
    I have played through both MX Unleashed and MX vs ATV unleashed and MX VS ATV is just as fun with a few more features and events with I have played through both MX Unleashed and MX vs ATV unleashed and MX VS ATV is just as fun with a few more features and events with slightly improved graphics. The controls are very good for veterans of these games and as for new comers, you just need to practice because it is a big learning curve at first. The bottom line is this game is fun.… Full Review »
  3. RobB.
    Mar 13, 2008
    3
    Strictly amature Hour! If there is a worse game on the PS3 I've yet to see it. I bought it because I liked the first person view form Strictly amature Hour! If there is a worse game on the PS3 I've yet to see it. I bought it because I liked the first person view form the bikes, but each time you crash it resets to a third person view and you need to press the select button 6 times to get it back! Too late for the next corner. Graphics and frame rate are so bad it looks like a very early PS2 game. Don't get me started about the physics!… Full Review »
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