Tom Clancy's HAWX

 Xbox 360
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 55 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 33 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 55
  3. Negative: 11 out of 55
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  1. PatrickI
    Mar 16, 2009
    8
    Fair to good flight sim- but that's not the point of the game. It is a blast to play, even more fun with online coop, and the multi player dogfights present a challenge that will take some time for me to meet. Very strong replay, and there really isn't anything out there besides the Ace Combat franchise... so, if you are looking for an immersive, beautiful flying combat game, Fair to good flight sim- but that's not the point of the game. It is a blast to play, even more fun with online coop, and the multi player dogfights present a challenge that will take some time for me to meet. Very strong replay, and there really isn't anything out there besides the Ace Combat franchise... so, if you are looking for an immersive, beautiful flying combat game, here you go.… Expand
  2. ManitcorM
    Mar 11, 2009
    8
    Fun arcade style dog-fighter. Not to be confused with a proper flight sim which I think some other reviewers may have done. Controls are easy and responsive and the missions are entertaining. Dialog and story are ho-hum but at least flow ok.
  3. KyleK.
    Sep 16, 2009
    8
    A total departure from the rest of the Clancy games in that it focuses on pure arcadey fun instead of realism. That being said, it's still a great flight-action game with enough gorgeous jets to make even Ace Combat 5's massive hangar look like a rural airfield. However, the professed "50 planes" does take into account multiple versions of the same aircraft - there are threeA total departure from the rest of the Clancy games in that it focuses on pure arcadey fun instead of realism. That being said, it's still a great flight-action game with enough gorgeous jets to make even Ace Combat 5's massive hangar look like a rural airfield. However, the professed "50 planes" does take into account multiple versions of the same aircraft - there are three different F-14s, for instance. The story's also not worth writing home about, and compared to Ace Combat, it's a bit of a cakewalk. That being said, it's a good entry point to the genre and a good in-between while waiting for the inevitable AC7. (Note to Namco Bandai - get on it.)… Expand
  4. SpartanEdge
    Jun 7, 2011
    8
    I cant put into words how great it is finally,to see a flight game(have to refrain from saying sim),have Story Co-Op(Something that Ace Combat still seemingly cant manage,mores the pity).So thanks & Kudos for that Ubi.Which adds ALOT to the game.Unfortunately,the handling doesnt seem to have any physics what-so-ever.. & theres no feel of gravity or inertia(both important aspects when in aI cant put into words how great it is finally,to see a flight game(have to refrain from saying sim),have Story Co-Op(Something that Ace Combat still seemingly cant manage,mores the pity).So thanks & Kudos for that Ubi.Which adds ALOT to the game.Unfortunately,the handling doesnt seem to have any physics what-so-ever.. & theres no feel of gravity or inertia(both important aspects when in a plane),so the actual handling is nowhere near as good or satisfying as Ace Combat.. Also the Plane models could've used a bit more work,& better moving parts & identification light(like in AC6,to give the planes more life).Also i dont like the fact that you have to leave to **** view to be able to pull off High G manuevers.I have no interest in using this outside view(which doesnt even look forward when you have no-one targeted).You can use High G manuevers in Ace Combat 6 while in-Cokpit view,so why not here? it doesnt make any sense..& gives people that do,the advantage.Also agree with other comments,that it takes far too long to unlock the alternative weapon packs! I've played the campaign through multiple times(on Elite too),& still cant access MOST of the other weapon loadouts!.. I doubt hardly anyone has,& is unable to play this game to its full potential as a result.Not good.. But overall,despite those flaws,i give this an 8,for the reasons that it is fun to play,there arnt enough games of this type around,& the Campaign Co-Op redeems it to a degree.… Expand
  5. rafaelm.
    Jun 1, 2009
    10
    I've only played the demo(i can't afford it right now), but it was possibly the best game i had ever played. sure,the ground graphics sucked, but the planes looked great. i see how it could get repetitive, but it's so fun i could just play the same level and it would still be fun!
  6. RobertN
    Mar 6, 2009
    10
    I had to give this game a ten because no one else seems to see it's potential. They implemented the new third person angled combat view that takes dogfights and dodging missles to a new level. As well, the RPG factor in how much you can earn and unlock as you go is really motivating. They integrated a ranking system,(up to 40), that helps you unlock the planes and unique weapons I had to give this game a ten because no one else seems to see it's potential. They implemented the new third person angled combat view that takes dogfights and dodging missles to a new level. As well, the RPG factor in how much you can earn and unlock as you go is really motivating. They integrated a ranking system,(up to 40), that helps you unlock the planes and unique weapons kits, while you also unlock planes for every campaign level beaten.. Ace combat 6 is its only competition and its sluggish game-play doesn't hold up against the smooth, fast-paced, technical combat that is HAWX. The graphics are great and there are over 50 planes to choose from. Some people say its repetitive but, what more do you want? Aliens to come out the sky? It takes air combat simulation to the max and at a point there really isn't anywhere else to go. It's as realistic as is can be, besides the insane amounts of ammo you have. Hopefully they will keep adding more planes and weapon kits on XBOX Live. Overall it is a great adrenaline pumping ride and the online play really sews this up to be the best flight combat simulator out.… Expand
  7. Busketboof
    Mar 31, 2011
    8
    Hands down the best consol flight sim I've played. The graphics aren't as good as ace combat 6 but the gameplay blows it away. The story is good and the missions are just as fun when they are re-played. Aircraft choices and different weapon packs as well as coop-story provide hours of entetainment.
  8. JulianB
    Mar 8, 2009
    10
    Played this game, it's pure awesomeness. Not simulation, not arcade, but a blend bent on fun and accesibility, giving you control of how you want to play it, bymeans of ERS and assistance on/off. The visuals are tight, sound...sounds very good. An enjoyable experience.
  9. Oxcart
    Dec 19, 2012
    9
    Now available from the bargain bin, HAWX is one of those "games of yesteryear" that definitely merits your attention -- provided you're a big fan of combat flight sims. HAWX is designed for a specific market segment: frustrated pilots who will only ever fly warbirds on a screen, but know their details and want as much control as possible. HAWX delivers on that promise...maybe a little tooNow available from the bargain bin, HAWX is one of those "games of yesteryear" that definitely merits your attention -- provided you're a big fan of combat flight sims. HAWX is designed for a specific market segment: frustrated pilots who will only ever fly warbirds on a screen, but know their details and want as much control as possible. HAWX delivers on that promise...maybe a little too much so. But let's start out with the positives: the missions are varied and interesting, challenge your abilities in multiple ways, and draw you through all of them with an interesting plot line. The added benefit of voice commands to the AI, while limited, is useful and engaging (plus frees up your fingers, which is very important in this game). Some missions will become your favorites, others not, which is cool because you can revisit any mission once you've completed it, yet still earn credit for completing it again. Some of the graphics, particularly anything that's not a target, look a little weak (ground textures are not high-res), but who cares? The planes and vehicles look great, and that's all you're really going to care about anyway. Now...the downsides. One, you need to be an octopus to play this game well. This is one of those games that makes you second-finger the triggers because you will need the bumper buttons all the time; they're your rudder controls. Sure, you can get by without, but not nearly as well. Difficulty seesaws all over the place: you will go from simple-and-easy missions to ridiculously difficult in one jump. Saves are done by checkpoint and mission completion, but are fairly widely spaced, so failure at some point will result in some backtracking and redoing. Finally, though, this is a short game. There's some replay value, particularly because you will continue earning new equipment, but the campaign is a short one. But, given its price at nearly four years old, it's well worth it.… Expand
  10. UnitedEagle
    Dec 5, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was great. Selecting your own and earning planes was genius, yet again Tom Clancy makes and amazing game. If they would have added something that's 100% air craft battle WITHOUT and escort mission. But I have a hard time thinking that they could beat it, and the reverse of your sides, and how you battle artemies and assassinate their leader, that was awesome.… Expand
  11. TheSquirrel
    May 5, 2012
    8
    Hawx is very slick, very polished, and can get your blood racing for bursts of time, but the experience is a very short one, and the replaying of the missions does not feel very rewarding after you beat it once. Assist mode off is cool, but takes a fair amount of practice to be able to use effectively, especially in missions when you are providing support against ground forces. A veryHawx is very slick, very polished, and can get your blood racing for bursts of time, but the experience is a very short one, and the replaying of the missions does not feel very rewarding after you beat it once. Assist mode off is cool, but takes a fair amount of practice to be able to use effectively, especially in missions when you are providing support against ground forces. A very fun game that lacks the depth to function lake a simulater, but has enough cmoplexity to avoid being an arcade experience.… Expand
  12. cheese-ant
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    I’m sick of seeing how bad this games reviews are. Is it perfect? No. Is it bad? Of course not. But oh my god. Why can’t anyone just give this game a positive review? “Oh, I don’t like flight games” then why play it? This game is good, but of course you won’t like it if you don’t like flight games. If this game ever got back on the Xbox store then we would finally get the reviews itI’m sick of seeing how bad this games reviews are. Is it perfect? No. Is it bad? Of course not. But oh my god. Why can’t anyone just give this game a positive review? “Oh, I don’t like flight games” then why play it? This game is good, but of course you won’t like it if you don’t like flight games. If this game ever got back on the Xbox store then we would finally get the reviews it deserves.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#94 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2009
52
#52 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#68 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 64 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 32 out of 64
  3. Negative: 0 out of 64
  1. TeamXbox
    84
    It’s quite often entertaining and challenging, but often frustrating and boring as well.
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  2. Game Informer
    88
    H.A.W.X. is the best flight game so far this generation, and a worthy addition to the best in the Clancy stable.
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  3. IGN
    67
    The mission design is lacking, the combat is unimaginative, and the multiplayer is shallow. Still, there are plenty who will be able to enjoy soaring 40,000 feet above the earth destroying dozens of enemy planes. All the while belting out lines of Danger Zone. That’s not weird, is it?
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