Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the Imperfects

 PSP
Metascore
58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15
Buy Now
Buy on
  1. PGNx Media
    80
    The actual combat is very quick, very exciting and thoroughly enjoyed. It’s unfortunate that the unlockable movies, comic books and online play were removed, but the core game is still stronger on PSP.
  2. BonusStage
    70
    There are a number of frustrating annoyances that hold the game back from its lofty attempts at fighting game superstardom, but when the dust settles the gorgeous visuals and responsive, pick-up-and-play fighting engine come together to form an enjoyable Super Hero smash-fest that is worth a good rent if nothing else.
  3. GameSpy
    70
    Even with its shortcomings, this version is still the best. If EA decides to continue moving forward with the franchise, it should definitely incorporate some of the features from the portable version into future console releases.
  5. GameBiz
    70
    The game looks great and the sound complements the game well.
  6. GameSpot
    69
    Though Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the Imperfects is a competent portable beat-'em-up, it's not the best value the PSP has to offer.
  7. Game Informer
    65
    The camera is troublesome, hit detection feels odd, and the characters are completely unbalanced. [Nov 2005, p.180]
    All this publication's reviews
  8. Yahoo!
    60
    Imperfects, as a pure one-on-one fighter, is better than the clumsy home console versions. It provides some entertaining and authentic-looking super-hero combat that Marvel fans will enjoy.
  9. PSX Extreme
    60
    Thankfully, the PSP gets a lock-on button, so you can focus on one particular enemy without the camera forcing you to lose sight of them. This makes the game much less frustrating to play, and is something that should have been in the console incarnations.
  10. Modojo
    60
    Mishandled is the best way to describe what EA's done with the Marvel license.
  11. PALGN
    55
    Still a fairly average game, but if you just must own one either the console version or the PSP version then the PSP version is the better choice.
  12. PSM Magazine
    50
    Unfortunately, this mode gets mind-numbinglly repetitive, and gameplay is still awful. [Nov 2005, p.98]
    All this publication's reviews
  13. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    50
    The game's still shallow, but on the PSP, ease of play becomes a virtue. It's still not fantastic, but it's a passable novelty with a great license. [Nov 2005, p.121]
    All this publication's reviews
  14. Gaming Age
    42
    The only reason to play further in the story is to play as someone else, but once you get there, you grow tired all over again.
  15. G4 TV
    40
    Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the Imperfects on PSP feels like it was made by a bunch of Madden jocks as a way to screw with comic nerds.
  16. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    30
    A good idea lies somewhere in the middle of this wreck, tucked away behind the messy design and unenjoyable fighting system. Avoid like a debilitating disease. [Christmas 2005, p.106]
    All this publication's reviews

Awards & Rankings

65
#65 Best PSP Game of 2005
58
#58 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2005

User Reviews

All reviews »
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 42 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 42
  3. Negative: 8 out of 42
  1. DaveR.
    Jan 18, 2008
    7
    Enjoyable pick-up-and-go fighting portable game. Would be nice if more characters were unlocked from the get-go. Pick up a used copy at a Enjoyable pick-up-and-go fighting portable game. Would be nice if more characters were unlocked from the get-go. Pick up a used copy at a discounted price.… Full Review »
  2. MaxW.
    Jul 12, 2007
    9
    Great look, great gamepay, great moves -> brilliant game, but crappy rewardsystem! takes too long to get all caracters!
  3. BobbyB.
    Oct 24, 2005
    8
    When i got Marvel Nemesis, i was looking foward to play it, but to my surprise the control were frustrating at first, graphic looks so detail When i got Marvel Nemesis, i was looking foward to play it, but to my surprise the control were frustrating at first, graphic looks so detail and the character also, but lack rotating camera area, while fighting against character. I am a BIG MARVEL FAN, will definitely recommend it to the die-hard fans only!… Full Review »
See all user reviews »