Bully: Scholarship Edition

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  1. dylansgaming48
    Jul 26, 2023
    10
    this game is my 2nd fav video game ever made fun gameplay and story rockstar did a great job with bully i just really love it
  2. mermeviana
    Dec 15, 2022
    8
    O melhor jogo da Rock Star na minha humilde opinião kakakakakakakakaka
    85/100
  3. MMPP99
    Jun 12, 2022
    8
    I would rate 7.6, however, the Metacritic just allow me to rate as a whole number.

    The gameplay itself is pretty good, the main mission and even the side mission are great and fun to play it, the soundtrack and the graphics are good. The main story is nowhere as masterpiece, however is interesting and even more engaged than some GTA games. The only problem with this game are the    I would rate 7.6, however, the Metacritic just allow me to rate as a whole number.

    The gameplay itself is pretty good, the main mission and even the side mission are great and fun to play it, the soundtrack and the graphics are good. The main story is nowhere as masterpiece, however is interesting and even more engaged than some GTA games. The only problem with this game are the glitches as well as some bugs.    … Expand
  4. ashgroovy
    Mar 25, 2022
    9
    fantastic game , The atmosphere is magical teleporting me to this zany world full of caricatures of classic cliques . the music by Shawn Lee is 10/10 and one of my favorite things about it. the characters in this game are great . Gary is an Amazing Antagonist with such a bold personality. the journey we take following jimmy’s rise from the outcast to school hero still hits strong . thefantastic game , The atmosphere is magical teleporting me to this zany world full of caricatures of classic cliques . the music by Shawn Lee is 10/10 and one of my favorite things about it. the characters in this game are great . Gary is an Amazing Antagonist with such a bold personality. the journey we take following jimmy’s rise from the outcast to school hero still hits strong . the game always gives me an eerie feeling on the final chapter “endless summer” it’s hard to say goodbye to the friends and adventures i made at bullworth Academy . i think this is Rockstars Magnum opus . i prey for this series to get some love in the future from Rockstar… Expand
  5. popPunker
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    É incrível como esse jogo é pesado mas mesmo assim te passa a sensação de ser leve, ele aborda temas sérios mas de uma forma engraçada que faz tu esquecer que aquilo ali é sério.
  6. Avas410
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    Bully is rockstars most underrated project by far and im happy that its finally getting attention! I hope a second one comes out with Jimmy in college!
  7. f1o_o1f
    Jun 18, 2021
    7
    I'm mainly giving this game 7/10 because of the typical Rockstar humor and the unique setting.

    It's very much aged in a non-favorable way. The controls are the worst I've ever experienced from a R*-game and the performance was not great, even on Xbox One (RDR1 for comparison ran perfectly). Completion was not too bad. By now, the community has pretty much figured out all tricks and    I'm mainly giving this game 7/10 because of the typical Rockstar humor and the unique setting.

    It's very much aged in a non-favorable way. The controls are the worst I've ever experienced from a R*-game and the performance was not great, even on Xbox One (RDR1 for comparison ran perfectly).
    Completion was not too bad. By now, the community has pretty much figured out all tricks and checking the boxes isn't too tedious (for people who don't mind it in the first place).

    Overall an overlooked classic that is worth to play, though it is not necessarily a must    … Expand
  8. SunshineRex1885
    Apr 30, 2021
    10
    Certamente uma experiência adorável! Os gráficos em HD ficaram ótimos no jogo, são bonitos e bem melhores quando comparados a sua versão de Playstation 2, o jogo tem mais conteúdo como aulas exclusivas, o que faz disso um diferencial bem bacana, visto que as aulas dão recompensas ao jogador, o que quer dizer que nesta versão podemos ter um Jimmy mais " parrudo ", além do que as aulas porCertamente uma experiência adorável! Os gráficos em HD ficaram ótimos no jogo, são bonitos e bem melhores quando comparados a sua versão de Playstation 2, o jogo tem mais conteúdo como aulas exclusivas, o que faz disso um diferencial bem bacana, visto que as aulas dão recompensas ao jogador, o que quer dizer que nesta versão podemos ter um Jimmy mais " parrudo ", além do que as aulas por si só são um objetivo bem bacana, o jogo em sua história principal é perfeito, trama focada em vingança e desenvolvimento do personagem principal que tem um carisma otimamente trabalhado, cada momento em seus capítulos e missões são únicos e envolventes por estes fatores, o jogo tem também objetivos secundários interessantes, não sendo apenas pelas " errando " estes que são favores que o Jimmy faz aos personagens do game em diversos momentos da história, parte deles são obrigatórios e infelizmente aleatórios, isto foi o único objetivo secundário que não me agradou no jogo, pelos demais vale a nota completa, o jogo tem ótimos desafios e coletáveis, além de ter miscelâneas que fazem o jogador explorar toda a Bullworth Town e arredores, o jogo é magnífico e definitivamente mais uma obra prima da Rockstar que tive o prazer de jogar!… Expand
  9. frederik1478
    Feb 3, 2021
    8
    Best rockstar games on the PS2 now also on 360 ,
    , I think the Best part of bully it's the atmosphere and the story and the way that you always got a feeling that you are moving forward in the game , Characters and voice acting amazing and you really feel for the main character by the end , Weird party is that I think the gameplay is the worst part of game Said it is better anything but    Best rockstar games on the PS2 now also on 360 ,
    , I think the Best part of bully it's the atmosphere and the story and the way that you always got a feeling that you are moving forward in the game , Characters and voice acting amazing and you really feel for the main character by the end , Weird party is that I think the gameplay is the worst part of game Said it is better anything but it does not really that good it doesn't feel good it feels kind of stiff all around , for Me it will always be one of my top to rockstar, number one is Max Payne 3    … Expand
  10. joao_da_silva
    May 25, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game, but is unfair and got discrimination, preepies tell than poor peoples are disgusting and rich no. Just because this i rate with 5.… Expand
  11. kvnd
    Mar 22, 2020
    8
    Bully is probably my favorite Rockstar game and the only one I ever fully finished. The characters and story are great, including the voice acting performances. It's just a really enjoyable GTA-like game set around a boarding school with tons of fun **** to do. It isn't the most visually breathtaking game by any means but it definitely looks better than the original and has lots of addedBully is probably my favorite Rockstar game and the only one I ever fully finished. The characters and story are great, including the voice acting performances. It's just a really enjoyable GTA-like game set around a boarding school with tons of fun **** to do. It isn't the most visually breathtaking game by any means but it definitely looks better than the original and has lots of added content too.… Expand
  12. MauryEdson
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    que jogo divertido, me fez rir muito numa fase dificil, que jogo bom caras, pra mim o melhor jogo da rockstar
  13. kylembell
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    i dont care who you are or what you are doing you NEED to play this game this is the greatest game ever best characters best story best combat best music best everything
  14. FeerFrikazus
    Mar 3, 2017
    9
    Otra maravilla de rockstar, motivos: no tiene caídas de fps, tiene una historia divertida, un sistema de combate muy entretenido, una gran cantidad de misiones las cuales también son divertidas, el mapa no es muy grande, personaje principal que al menos a mi me gusto mucho, buena cantidad de contenido.
    SI lo queres completar es un juego muy largo lo cual para mi es muy bueno.
  15. GuilhermeO
    Oct 15, 2016
    10
    Esse jogo é simplesmente incrível.É como se fosse um GTA só que nas escola.Sabe aqueles cara folgado que acha que é malandro e folga com todo mundo...quebra eles.
    O jogo consiste em derrotar facções que praticam bullyng para salvar a escola do mal.História perfeita com lutas épicas.
  16. LiamH101
    Sep 14, 2016
    10
    This game is my favorite rockstar game. Very deep and detailed gameplay I also love to mess around with prefects and staff. I have the scholarship edition on PC, spent 15 bucks for it. Worth every penny.
  17. S3AN06
    Mar 31, 2016
    9
    I first played Bully on the Wii back in 2008 and loved every second of it; I then bought it for PC in 2014 and completed it. This is the Xbox 360 port I'll be reviewing but I will mention some points from the former consoles. I will also explain as much detail as I can based on characters, story, music and graphics.

    Bully starts of with introducing Jimmy Hopkins, a 15 year-old who has    I first played Bully on the Wii back in 2008 and loved every second of it; I then bought it for PC in 2014 and completed it. This is the Xbox 360 port I'll be reviewing but I will mention some points from the former consoles. I will also explain as much detail as I can based on characters, story, music and graphics.

    Bully starts of with introducing Jimmy Hopkins, a 15 year-old who has been expelled from so many schools for multiple reasons; he arrives at Bullworth Academy after his mother and step father abandon him so they could go on their honeymoon. Here we are introduced to three important characters: Dr. Crabblesnitch, Gary Smith and Pete Kowalski, I'll get to them later; Jimmy has to go through the school year and rid the Bullies within the grounds.

    The school is filled with a few buildings with their own turfs for the students; the main building houses many of the lessons on two floors; two dorms for both male and females (you are not allowed in the girls dorm for obvious reasons but you can go in); a library which the Nerds own; a autoshop for the Greasers; a prep house for the Preps and the gym for the Jocks.

    You can attend lessons to unlock more items and gain new abilities as well as collecting items; honesty, the lessons themselves are well developed and fun, excluding the autoshop lessons. You can interact with all of the studens as well as other NPCs throughout the game and do errands for them, I rarely ever do; missions are how you progress through the game. Many of the missions are great and fun to play but a few of them can be a bit repetitive like three missions in the third chapter; there are six chapters in total with the final chapter being a endless summer (complete any mission that you've missed out).

    The story is a detailed and opens up more about Jimmy, showing us that he's not what we think he is; Gary turns out to be the backstabbing, lying type that really hates Jimmy and believes that he will take the school away from him; Pete is a weakling that many underestimate his intelligence and Crabblesnitch intends to change Jimmy but realises that he thinks of Jimmy wrong. You really have a connection to every character with how they feel and think about others around them.

    The music has that 1980s vibe and it's better than most games that use dubstep and heavy metal throughout; it's a different taste and depending on what you're doing or who you're fighting... speaking of fighting, because you assume the role of a bully, you can and must fight to get through and defeat other opponents inside and outside the school as there are other locations to visit.

    The graphics are alright, though the are outdated; I honestly appreciate how Rockstar focused on the game's story and characters more than the graphics unlike recent games. I give this game a 9.5 out of ten, it's a really fun and gorgeous game when you're into the story and characters; I highly recommend this game to all gamers.    … Expand
  18. cish
    Oct 20, 2015
    5
    When this game originally came out it was great for its time. The Scholarship edition offered nothing new it was just an old game repolished a bit. Doing the main story was fun but the classes were not only frustrating but boring and felt like a chore to do.
  19. AverageGamer381
    Sep 13, 2015
    8
    Bully: Scholarship Edition is similar to the PS2 version, with a few tweaks here and there. Although it is nowhere near as popular as its creators other franchise, Grand Theft Auto, Bully has a more engaging storyline and characters, denser open world, interesting and varying missions and more attractive art style. However it does suffer from a lot of issues from the original. The drawBully: Scholarship Edition is similar to the PS2 version, with a few tweaks here and there. Although it is nowhere near as popular as its creators other franchise, Grand Theft Auto, Bully has a more engaging storyline and characters, denser open world, interesting and varying missions and more attractive art style. However it does suffer from a lot of issues from the original. The draw distance is appalling, the graphics are nothing short of ugly, and the frame rate dips below 20 every so often. Although if you can look past these common problems you will find 50 hours of pure fun and enjoyment.… Expand
  20. CHEESEDBEEF
    Dec 15, 2014
    9
    Being a fan of the PS2 (EU) version of Canis Canem Edit, and having 100% completed it, i thought i would dive back into the world of Bullworth Academy and see what the scholarship edition has to offer.
    The first thing i noticed were the graphics, they have been improved since the previeous gen version and look more colorful and vibrant. textures are alot better and overall characters,    Being a fan of the PS2 (EU) version of Canis Canem Edit, and having 100% completed it, i thought i would dive back into the world of Bullworth Academy and see what the scholarship edition has to offer.
    The first thing i noticed were the graphics, they have been improved since the previeous gen version and look more colorful and vibrant. textures are alot better and overall characters, and enviroments look more detailed and presentable. Gameplay is pretty much the same, with 4 added classes to unlock extra clothing content, these include, Maths, Geography, Biology and Music.
    There are also 8 new missions which act as more of a filler rather than an extension of the story.
    This is an excellent game, i just wish they included a few extra weapons and vehicles.
    Overall you are getting a great game with updated graphics, a few new missions, classes and an improved cast of the most bizzare characters you will ever see in gaming.
    The original deserves a 10/10 and also this, but because there are still littles things they could have done to improve it further i will settle for an 9/10.    … Expand
  21. SythusRATINGS
    Oct 19, 2014
    9
    Both the Wii and Xbox 360 versions retain the wit and deep gameplay of the previously released PS2 title "Bully" and boasts additional new content. Bully: Scholarship Edition takes place in the fictional New England boarding school of Bullworth Academy and tells the story of 15-year-old Jimmy Hopkins as he experiences the highs and lows of adjusting to a new school. Capturing the hilarityBoth the Wii and Xbox 360 versions retain the wit and deep gameplay of the previously released PS2 title "Bully" and boasts additional new content. Bully: Scholarship Edition takes place in the fictional New England boarding school of Bullworth Academy and tells the story of 15-year-old Jimmy Hopkins as he experiences the highs and lows of adjusting to a new school. Capturing the hilarity and awkwardness of adolescence perfectly, Bully: Scholarship Edition pulls the player into its cinematic and engrossing world.… Expand
  22. ShockyPie42
    Jul 17, 2014
    10
    This is one of the best games ever made.Its full of secrets and unlocks but I love it because of this mo-ped that u can get,I called mine Sasha! And of course the game plays fun and fluid,but mostly the mo-ped thing.If you haven't already played this game then go and pick it up right now!its an absolute 10 out of 10!
  23. MatthewDon2002
    Feb 23, 2014
    7
    Bully is the type of game that grants dreams. If you were that kid in high school who was bullied and really wants to pay those bullies back, then Bully: Scholarship Edition is for you. It's somehow deeply satisfying to hector innocent nerds and wallop unsuspecting yet tough jocks in the face while struggling to skip class and go along with the convivial storyline that has humour galoreBully is the type of game that grants dreams. If you were that kid in high school who was bullied and really wants to pay those bullies back, then Bully: Scholarship Edition is for you. It's somehow deeply satisfying to hector innocent nerds and wallop unsuspecting yet tough jocks in the face while struggling to skip class and go along with the convivial storyline that has humour galore and a twist at the end which was under your nose the entire time but you thought it too silly to be true. Yep, the makers of hit video game series GTA made this almost juvenile carbon copy of it. Well, there's an absence of prostitutes and illicit and explicit swearing, which is always good.… Expand
  24. Zanatek
    Feb 9, 2014
    9
    If you ignore the somewhat outdated graphics and long load times, it is an amazing game. The whole idea of Grand Theft Auto in a school setting sounded like a bad idea, but when I played it I was very impressed. The combat system doesn't get that repetitive in my opinion, and all the different weapons can be useful in different situations. You are on edge whenever a prefect or policeIf you ignore the somewhat outdated graphics and long load times, it is an amazing game. The whole idea of Grand Theft Auto in a school setting sounded like a bad idea, but when I played it I was very impressed. The combat system doesn't get that repetitive in my opinion, and all the different weapons can be useful in different situations. You are on edge whenever a prefect or police officer chases after you, and- It's just so big! I highly suggest anybody who is a fan of the GTA series to at least give this game a try.… Expand
  25. hirillenn
    Dec 28, 2013
    8
    For a very long period of time, this was the only game (aside from Twilight Princess) that I had. I played this game extensively and loved every minute of it. The story is original and well written, it has some of the most memorable characters in any game I've ever played, and brought a very new concept to the well-known GTA style of games.

    As far as story goes, this game gets a perfect    For a very long period of time, this was the only game (aside from Twilight Princess) that I had. I played this game extensively and loved every minute of it. The story is original and well written, it has some of the most memorable characters in any game I've ever played, and brought a very new concept to the well-known GTA style of games.

    As far as story goes, this game gets a perfect 10 from me; I can still name almost every supporting character even though I haven't played the game in about a year. However, the gameplay itself falls a bit short on this one. In the Wii port of the game (which I would recommend above the others), you get to use the motion controls to throw punches which provided a sense of immersion that isn't present in the more "traditionally" controlled versions. Mashing controller buttons gets dull VERY quickly in the the ps2 and 360 versions of the game. If you can, get the Wii version and experience the great little world of Bullworth.    … Expand
  26. CannonBlaster
    Nov 23, 2013
    9
    For a game with a brillant story, awesome characters, and cohesive gameplay can be push under the rug by grand theft auto. It deserves way more attention that it deserves.
  27. BeatHour
    Jul 7, 2013
    10
    One of the best games on the Xbox 360. Great music, nice storyline, humor isn't too over-the-top. You really get involved in the game world. The art direction is amazing, and the atmosphere makes you feel like a kid again. Its also a decently lengthy game.

    The gameplay is fun, though a bit wonky at times. But, hey, who's made an enjoyable game about being a school kid before?    One of the best games on the Xbox 360. Great music, nice storyline, humor isn't too over-the-top. You really get involved in the game world. The art direction is amazing, and the atmosphere makes you feel like a kid again. Its also a decently lengthy game.

    The gameplay is fun, though a bit wonky at times. But, hey, who's made an enjoyable game about being a school kid before? Considering the uncommon medium, Bully does a fantastic job. Can't wait for the sequel.    … Expand
  28. Jackt
    Jun 27, 2013
    9
    I had bully on ps2 and LOVED it! So when I heard it was coming into 360 I was so pumped. And they did not disappoint at all! The graphics are better believe it or not. They seem much better than the ps2, but that's only because 360 has the power to do that. The gameplay is better, although on few occasions I find I freeze sometimes and it's a b*tch. But, don't let that stop you fromI had bully on ps2 and LOVED it! So when I heard it was coming into 360 I was so pumped. And they did not disappoint at all! The graphics are better believe it or not. They seem much better than the ps2, but that's only because 360 has the power to do that. The gameplay is better, although on few occasions I find I freeze sometimes and it's a b*tch. But, don't let that stop you from getting it. The story is fantastic, I like the characters a lot in this game, and it has easy and hard missions. The perfect mixture for an average gamer.… Expand
  29. gameboy377
    May 12, 2013
    9
    Bully is a super addicting game with it's quests and the characters are crack up it's like GTA IV but for kids can't have M games so yeah i do not no what it's better on PC,Xbox 360 or ps3 but I'm sure on any of them its a great game waaaaaaaait i forget to add about the mini games they are okay fun but a bit hard for someone whos not a smart ass like me
  30. Rox22
    Jan 30, 2013
    9
    I originally played the PS2 release but I felt it was only fair to review this version as it is the complete edition. As a PS2 port with a few extra bits tagged on it holds up pretty nicely on the next gen. Bully is what I will always regard as the GTA of the schoolyard. Voice acting is decent though it is a bit hard to tell how good they really are as all the characters are intentionallyI originally played the PS2 release but I felt it was only fair to review this version as it is the complete edition. As a PS2 port with a few extra bits tagged on it holds up pretty nicely on the next gen. Bully is what I will always regard as the GTA of the schoolyard. Voice acting is decent though it is a bit hard to tell how good they really are as all the characters are intentionally over the top. Like before, graphics are a little dated but for a port pretty good. Story is pretty much what you expect it to be, almost Disney in its execution. Overall: I just love this game. It isn't as serious or hardcore as many other sandbox games, but I kind of liked the light hearted approach. Bully is still my favorite game from Rockstar.… Expand
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. IGN
    87
    Though it has some limitations, particularly in the lack of depth of the social structure, there are many other great aspects to enjoy. And really, there is no other game like Bully on 360. If you haven't figured it out yet, Bully is a great game.
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  2. GamePro
    70
    It's disappointing really because Bully offers incredibly entertaining gameplay that's worthwhile, but the improvements that should have come with the jump to the more powerful Xbox 360 hardware just don't pan out.
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  3. Game Informer
    85
    Bully was a fantastic release late in the life of the PS2, and I’m pumped that the folks I know who’ve become gamers this generation now have a chance to experience it for themselves. For those of us who’ve already had our fun the first time, I’m not sure a second run at high school is really in order.
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