Dead to Rights: Reckoning

 PSP
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Jun 28, 2005
User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 48 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 48
  3. Negative: 4 out of 48
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  1. DanS.
    Jun 30, 2005
    7
    If you liked the PS2 version of Dead to Rights and own a PSP, I think this is a good purchase. I emphasize good, not great. Namco has taken a stab at the third person control scheme and while frustrating at first, I found it highly satisfying and addictive after about 10 minutes. The action never stops which is more than I can say about any other PSP game out right now and the visuals are If you liked the PS2 version of Dead to Rights and own a PSP, I think this is a good purchase. I emphasize good, not great. Namco has taken a stab at the third person control scheme and while frustrating at first, I found it highly satisfying and addictive after about 10 minutes. The action never stops which is more than I can say about any other PSP game out right now and the visuals are top notch. No voices really bug (you have to read text) but I didn't buy this game for the neat story.… Expand
  2. NickB.
    Sep 11, 2005
    8
    I picked this up on an ebay bargain expecting very ltitle, as reviews have largely panned it, but was pleasantly surprised. Hands down one of the most enjoyable portable gaming experiences I've had, and much more fun I think than the original Dead to Rights. Well worth getting for your PSP if you like run-and-dun style hong kong cinema gaming.
  3. [Anonymous]
    Jul 4, 2005
    7
    A good simple game, with good controls- you you can choose from three pre-set button layouts if you don't like the original. Simple, because you just go around targeting enemies and shooting them, but it is hard and fast enough to make it fun. Nothing awesome, but if you want to shoot stuff and you are not overly critical, you'll have fun.
  4. DylanM.
    Mar 7, 2006
    8
    It was a fun game. it was a bit short and repetitive but overall it was a sweet game and there were some pretty cool glicthes you could do.
  5. $ALEX$$DAGO$
    Mar 16, 2008
    10
    This is a really good game for people that like mature games.I traded a game with a friend .That was called Dead to Rights Reckoning.I gave he a dirtbike game that he likes.I got the game that I what the game I was talking about.And that how I now about this game.
  6. GooblesanP.
    Oct 17, 2005
    8
    This is a GOOD game. I don't know why it has gotten such bad review scores. It is easy to pick up and play and fun, in a ligth arcade-kind of way. and the controls are good. You just have to use the target lock-on, that's it. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.
  7. WrightL.
    Jun 30, 2005
    7
    The game is solid for a PSP game. Great quick to play game. Reviews have been WAY too harsh. The game is being compared to console versions, its not really fair. However, it does have it's bugs, but not bugs to take it any lower than a 6. I would give it a solid 7.5. It's fun, you get to kill stuff, and take it anywhere. What else can you ask for? The game is WAY worth picking The game is solid for a PSP game. Great quick to play game. Reviews have been WAY too harsh. The game is being compared to console versions, its not really fair. However, it does have it's bugs, but not bugs to take it any lower than a 6. I would give it a solid 7.5. It's fun, you get to kill stuff, and take it anywhere. What else can you ask for? The game is WAY worth picking up, you will enjoy it, I am, and the cheats you unlock make it even more fun!… Expand
  8. FlorianK.
    Jul 11, 2005
    10
    Plain and simple crime on the go fun...
  9. WilliamF.
    Jul 13, 2005
    7
    This game is very fast paced the only major,and i mean major,problem is the camera. when ever you try to lock on a target it doesnt want to lock on what you want, you may be trying to lock on an enemy but the target lock will go to a barrel on the opposite side of the level. other than that a very fun game with good graphics.
  10. Dani
    Jul 4, 2005
    9
    Compared to dead to right for ps2 its about the same i like shoting games and this is the best 1 so far for psp. GTA is 1 that i cant wait for. overall Dead to Rights Reckoning is a very fun and good game for anyone that likes shooting games.
  11. KevinY.
    Aug 22, 2005
    5
    This game is ok for playing for about 30 minutes or so, but there is absolutly no storyline and the game is basically 1 thing- shooting people, that is it, this game is ok 4 renting but why bother wasting over 8 bucks 4 it.
  12. Wongit
    Sep 16, 2005
    4
    I couldnt get into this game. I loved DTR for ps2 and the consoles, but something was tottaly off about this one, maybe its because you cant jump, or the camera is real lame, and people kill you and you cant see them. Its okay, but nothing great, lets home Liberty City Stories is better....if not then PSP has lost potential when it comes to action games.
  13. PascalH.
    Jan 26, 2006
    4
    This is one of the badest games on PSP I have seen! Don't Buy it! I mean It!
  14. AnonymousMC
    Jul 1, 2009
    8
    really good, but much too short, a little repetitive and the guns are about the same throughout. a few new guns are cool when u get them,like the AK 47 and the heavy machine gun. this game when too fast for me though. there's about 10 missions that take about 5 to 10 minutes each(some are even less). but its still a fun pick up and play and i would recommend trying it
  15. KarlM.
    Jul 17, 2005
    3
    Once again shoddy port of not very good title to begin with. The novelty of seeing graphics on a handheld is beginning to wear thin.
  16. Will
    Aug 12, 2005
    2
    What were they thinking? Once again PSP has failed to impress me with a game with terrible controls and brain dead action. Once agan they runed a possibly good game due to faulty planing and rushing the job. They could have just set this one back a few months like all their other games...
  17. BBoondocks
    Jun 15, 2013
    10
    My all time favorite PSP game. As a big fan of the Hong Kong action cinema, I love the spectacular martial arts disarms, executions and the bullet time shooting. Sure it has some bugs, but so does every game. There's a pretty nice variety of firearms in your arsenal and your dog, Shadow, is also a good "weapon". There is also multiplayer and there are challenge modes as well to keep youMy all time favorite PSP game. As a big fan of the Hong Kong action cinema, I love the spectacular martial arts disarms, executions and the bullet time shooting. Sure it has some bugs, but so does every game. There's a pretty nice variety of firearms in your arsenal and your dog, Shadow, is also a good "weapon". There is also multiplayer and there are challenge modes as well to keep you attached longer to the game. I recommend it to everybody who likes a good and fun third person shooter, similar to gaming classics like Max Payne or Stranglehold.… Expand
  18. Misaghjrh
    Jun 19, 2019
    5
    In this review, only the negative aspects of the game are considered. The purpose of this work is to help you to get a better decision on the purchase of the game

    My Rating: 5 of 10 Weak points (Single player only): - Control is a very annoying - The story of the game is not fully described and very short - The game play is on repeating cycle - The enemy A.I is very simple and    In this review, only the negative aspects of the game are considered. The purpose of this work is to help you to get a better decision on the purchase of the game

    My Rating: 5 of 10

    Weak points (Single player only):
    - Control is a very annoying
    - The story of the game is not fully described and very short
    - The game play is on repeating cycle
    - The enemy A.I is very simple and easy to beat    … Expand
  19. JoaleJG
    Jun 19, 2019
    7
    The game is very simple and Short camping
    But is fun maybe you like maybe you not . But try.
  20. Vleidar
    Jun 9, 2020
    9
    [РУССКИЙ AND ENG]
    The game is just great! This is a great action game, good graphics for a portable console. Here are cool locations. Passed in one day, and I do not regret the time spent. There are many in this game, to get as many weapons as possible. And most importantly, the plot. Here is just a great story! The ending will at least surprise you.Yes, although here you just need to    [РУССКИЙ AND ENG]
    The game is just great! This is a great action game, good graphics for a portable console. Here are cool locations. Passed in one day, and I do not regret the time spent. There are many in this game, to get as many weapons as possible. And most importantly, the plot. Here is just a great story! The ending will at least surprise you.Yes, although here you just need to kill different opponents, but you can use a different battle style. You can use weapons. You can punch (it is very difficult). You can kill opponents with a slow time. You can set your dog on the enemy. You can take a weapon from a somersault and kill the enemy. The game is very much like Max Payne, and it's cool! The game is cool, you can immediately see that they tried on this game. You will not regret!
    [RUS]
    Игра просто отличная! Здесь отличная боевка, хорошая графика для портативной приставки. Здесь классные локации. Прошел за один день, и не жалею о потраченном времени. В этой игре много, афигеть как много оружии. И самое главное, сюжет. Здесь просто отличный сюжет! Концовка вас как минимум удивит. Да, хоть здесь и нужно просто убивать разных противников, но зато вы можете использовать разный стиль боя. Вы можете использовать оружие. Можете бить кулаками ( это очень сложно ). Вы можете убивать противников с замедленным временем. Вы можете натравить свою собаку на противника. Вы можете с кувырка взять оружие, и убить противника. Игра очень сильно похожа на Max Payne, и это круто! Игра классная, сразу видно, что старались над этой игрой. Вы не пожалеете!    … Expand
  21. INU4SH4
    Sep 6, 2020
    5
    Not a bad title but honestly too short and forgettable. I remember I picked this game once, beat it in almost one sitting and never touched it again. The gameplay was also too repetitive for its short duration.
    Definitely not a must-play PSP game.
  22. Hikayeci
    Jan 28, 2022
    10
    Max Payne'e oldukça benziyor. Tek farkı bu oyunda max payne gibi tek başımıza çatışmıyoruz, bu oyunda her zaman bizi koruyup kollayan bir köpeğimiz var. Eğlenceli ve güzel bir oyun, tavsiye ederim.

Awards & Rankings

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#68 Best PSP Game of 2005
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#15 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2005
51
#51 Most Shared PSP Game of 2005

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Metascore
54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 26
  3. Negative: 7 out of 26
  1. GameSpot
    57
    While there's something to be said for a game that cuts to the chase and focuses merely on your ability to lock onto targets and mash the fire button to blast them in the face, Reckoning has shoddy control and some ugly graphical glitches. Its handful of problems really get in the way and make this PSP game short, uninteresting, and not much fun at all.
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  2. IGN
    50
    I think it's possible to have a success shooter on PSP. But if fundamental elements like a functional camera and control systems aren't there, the game just won't work.
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  3. Yahoo!
    40
    Despite its relative good looks, Dead to Rights: Reckoning is more an exercise in frustration than an enjoyable diversion. Not even the four player WiFi deathmatch mode is enough to save this one from the bowels of the budget bargain bin.
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