Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas

 Xbox 360
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 254 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 196 out of 254
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 254
  3. Negative: 23 out of 254
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  1. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    8
    I loved the online mode of this game, i wish i had more time back then and played it more.
  2. Flashyboy89
    May 19, 2023
    9
    If only Ubisoft kept making R6 games like this one. Absolutely loved this game back in the day.
  3. atyoukha
    Aug 1, 2022
    4
    I actually did not enjoy this game, I thought the level design was bland and the graphics horrific. I wouldn't waste my time on it.
  4. Mybrosis
    Nov 14, 2020
    0
    buy fifa 21 because this games sucks! the graphics are outdated and don't look anything good unlike fifa 21 which is the madden of graphics. maybe this game could be good if they just copied armed and dangerous for the xbox
  5. Broyax
    Apr 17, 2017
    9
    Je l'ai fini deux fois et pour tout dire on ne s'en lasse décidément pas ! on frôle le sans-faute avec une réalisation (bonne), une fluidité (sans reproche), une maniabilité (impeccable) à la manette, une interface bien pensée, une musique (exceptionnelle) de Paul Haslinger et surtout une IA absolument remarquable, aussi affûtée que réactive. Seuls la difficulté (fort élevée parfois) etJe l'ai fini deux fois et pour tout dire on ne s'en lasse décidément pas ! on frôle le sans-faute avec une réalisation (bonne), une fluidité (sans reproche), une maniabilité (impeccable) à la manette, une interface bien pensée, une musique (exceptionnelle) de Paul Haslinger et surtout une IA absolument remarquable, aussi affûtée que réactive. Seuls la difficulté (fort élevée parfois) et les points de sauvegarde (trop) espacés viennent un peu ternir un tableau encore très brillant au final.

    La campagne est vraiment passionnante et à des années-lumière devant le kévinisme kikoolol des infâmes Call of Duty et le gameplay y est bien plus riche et réaliste. Dans le genre FPS, on ne fait pas mieux.    … Expand
  6. Ser_Olly
    Nov 19, 2015
    9
    After experiencing greatness in the previous entries of the franchise, Vegas lived up to the Rainbow Six name. The campaign was realistic and a lot of fun. Terrorist Hunt was a blast with friends. The competitive multiplayer was one of the best on Xbox 360. This is what the FPS genre is all about. This is a classic.
  7. TheReflafitator
    Sep 20, 2014
    4
    This game currently has an 8.4 user score on Metacritic, which just goes to show that most Metacritic users have very low standards for games. Some users even gave this turd a 10, which makes me honestly wonder if we played the same game, because the Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas I played was such a poorly designed mess that I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Ironically, Microsoft gaveThis game currently has an 8.4 user score on Metacritic, which just goes to show that most Metacritic users have very low standards for games. Some users even gave this turd a 10, which makes me honestly wonder if we played the same game, because the Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas I played was such a poorly designed mess that I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. Ironically, Microsoft gave this pile of canine fecal matter away to Xbox Live Gold members for free. It's like getting free AIDS. They only give away games that either a) everyone and their mother already has (Like Halo games), or b) nobody in their right mind **** wants (Fable 2). This game falls under the latter category.

    Now, this game isn't even up to Ubisoft's seemingly non-existent standards. The game is AT LEAST as glitchy as most Ubisoft titles. There are various audio glitches. The textures can sometimes take forever to load in. I've seen enemies stick the muzzle of their gun through a wall, somehow see me with the muzzle of their weapon, and then shoot me. Through a wall. Quality.

    As for graphics, I think it's safe to say this is the ugliest AAA game to use Unreal Engine 3. They somehow took a decent looking engine and made a game that looks like regurgitated **** chunks. If you look closely you'll see that the rappel rope on your team member's uniform is a FLAT TEXTURE of a rappel rope. Graphics don't really matter to me though, and I try not to factor graphics into my review scores no matter how ugly a game is.

    The sound design for the game is actually alright, although a bit quirky. It lends itself nicely to the gameplay, as you'll be able to hear random terrorists chit-chatting just around the corner or on the other side of a wall, letting you know that you're about to enter a room full of terrorists. There's a bit of a flaw here too, however. Often times you won't be able to hear enemy gunfire if you're around a corner or they're out of view, despite being literally 5 feet away from you or less. Again, another nitpick. It's not Battlefield, but that's not what you should be expecting.

    The animation system is one of the parts where this game actually shines. The attention to detail on the weapon reloading animations is superb. All weapons are animated not only in first person, but also third person. Everything from the loading of individual shotgun shells into the magazine tube to loading another box of ammo into your LMG is painstakingly animated and you can tell they put a lot of time and effort into it. You can even see the little details like the magazines being swapped out and thrown on the ground in third person. It's quite amazing and I commend the animators for doing it, and I wish more games had this attention to detail.

    The AI in this game is probably the worst aspect. Your two AI squadmates are pretty much useless in the game's 'realistic' difficulty setting. You're going to start feeling like you're babysitting them very quickly, and probably fail missions countless times because of them. They stick themselves in front of your crosshairs constantly, block your way constantly, accidentally friendly fire you or their other squadmate (which is an instant fail by the way, even if they shot the other AI squadmate), and generally will make you want to pull your hair out. The terrorist AI, on the other hand, is absolutely lethal. You are the three stooges, whilst the terrorists are basically an army of T-800-esque killing machines. They will kill you by staring at you, and then shoot a couple of bullets where you were standing for good measure. No, I'm not joking, they will actually do this. They'll also stick their gun through a solid wall and shoot you as well. You will die. You will die a lot.

    Moving on to the gameplay part of the review, which is the real meat of the review, there seems to be a bit of promise. There is some quality here, you can tell that they at least tried. The weapons themselves are pretty standard in terms of function and control. There are various types firearms to choose from, with a selection of attachments for each. There are different pieces of explosives and equipment as well, including a (useless) riot shield. The single player story is literally just a bunch of nonsense that you shouldn't even pay attention to because it makes no sense. The levels are extremely linear and scripted. There is no replayability here, and beating it on Realistic difficulty is more a test of patience than a test of actual skill. The worst part is that the developers, for some reason, forced a checkpoint shortage into the game. This must have been baby's first game development project for the level designers. You will retry certain areas over and over again until the stars align and you make it through, only to die in the next room full of enemies and have to start over again from the beginning because you didn't get a checkpoint. Adversarial is a joke. Co-op Terrorist Hunt is probably the most fun game mode.    … Expand
  8. coopert
    Jan 11, 2014
    9
    The best first person modern military shooter this generation and for one reason only, the terrorist hunt multi-player game mode. With it's excellent AI and level design the terrorist hunt is still challenging even seven years after the game was released and best of all it could be enjoyed split-screen. This is a game me and my friends pick up to play every couple of months, it's a realThe best first person modern military shooter this generation and for one reason only, the terrorist hunt multi-player game mode. With it's excellent AI and level design the terrorist hunt is still challenging even seven years after the game was released and best of all it could be enjoyed split-screen. This is a game me and my friends pick up to play every couple of months, it's a real teamwork building experience (although, Dean, your crap. Sorry but you are dude). The game fails on the 10 for it's single player campaign, although quite enjoyable it didn't really have any memorable moments and it's more the gameplay and room layouts you want to master rather than being gripped by story. Overall a non stop giver of a game if you like to play with friends.… Expand
  9. Seamus100
    Dec 30, 2013
    8
    Fun game to play, but short story line and limited in what you can do and where you can go.
    I only played offline, single player so I can't comment on the online or multiple player aspect.
    Good graphics and sound.
  10. solo-kreep
    Nov 17, 2013
    10
    this was the first real shooter for 360. got many awards and also goty editiion. i had 360 and ps3 version. it was my favorite game out of all for the longest duration of years. now that i dont have a copy, im ready for a new copy and miss it. Logan keller was my favorite g.i. joe for hella long
  11. Compi24
    Jun 25, 2013
    9
    With absolutely perfect combat, an interesting story, an awesome assortment of guns, and arguably the best squad-command-based combat system of all time, "Rainbow Six Vegas" rightfully inserts itself into the Tom Clancy game empire.
  12. dinoramic123
    Jun 22, 2013
    6
    Great game, a lot options of tactic ,like in a real life ,but lacks graphic and you cant save when you want in singleplayer ONLINE 9/10
  13. Chicago
    Mar 2, 2013
    10
    Pick this game up for under $2 at Gamestop, it is well worth it. I wasn't expecting much but myself and several friends all decided to buy it. Terrorist mode is fun and it STILL has an online community.
  14. coldcalculated
    Dec 11, 2011
    9
    I remember when tom clancy games were great. This game is awesome, a lot of fun in this game, best in the series in my opinion. The graphics, and plot were great and the first person to third person mechanics are amazing. The dev team did a great job on this one.
  15. skaterhavoc
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is in my top 5 favorite games ever list even now it still plays great sure the single player maybe a little weak but it beats the newer CoD games and battlefield games hands down and the multiplayer is amazing
  16. sinadoom
    Oct 24, 2011
    8
    The single player is quite bad. There's almost no story. But online is where this shines as a tactical shooter. It's so much better multiplayer than RSV2, more fun to play as well. The only real issue is that there's only 1 gun people use: FAMAS 6x scope. But lots of good and fun games have outstanding weapons. In every way, it's gun on gun action. A good player can dominate a bad playerThe single player is quite bad. There's almost no story. But online is where this shines as a tactical shooter. It's so much better multiplayer than RSV2, more fun to play as well. The only real issue is that there's only 1 gun people use: FAMAS 6x scope. But lots of good and fun games have outstanding weapons. In every way, it's gun on gun action. A good player can dominate a bad player regardless of what gun they use. Another issue with this game is major lag at times online.… Expand
  17. rex234
    Aug 17, 2011
    10
    It is a good game with its features but the gameplay is extremely hard when I started the game the check points where to scarce and the enemy's can take 3 bullets when you can only take one and there is about 20 enemy. If you like fps games and have money to spare you might as well get it but if you want a *{GREAT}* game for your money than this is not the game you want its not a greatIt is a good game with its features but the gameplay is extremely hard when I started the game the check points where to scarce and the enemy's can take 3 bullets when you can only take one and there is about 20 enemy. If you like fps games and have money to spare you might as well get it but if you want a *{GREAT}* game for your money than this is not the game you want its not a great game but it is good(and i see someone says that the only people who dislike are the ones that are bad at it that is not true. Me and my friend play games to 12:00 at night we play all different shooters and we are not horrible at them… Expand
  18. RezzaDee
    Jul 27, 2011
    9
    The king of FPS! Where is rsv3? This games owns, single player is crap but online is still the best, beats all cod games to date and battlefield games. It's realistic in damage but is a lot of fun too. Maps are spot on also. I hate ghost recon but I hope ubisoft make another rsv without copying the dead FPS years we have been through. NO KILLSTREAKS NO PISSING ABOUT WITH RESETTING RANKS!The king of FPS! Where is rsv3? This games owns, single player is crap but online is still the best, beats all cod games to date and battlefield games. It's realistic in damage but is a lot of fun too. Maps are spot on also. I hate ghost recon but I hope ubisoft make another rsv without copying the dead FPS years we have been through. NO KILLSTREAKS NO PISSING ABOUT WITH RESETTING RANKS! just hardcore death matches!… Expand
  19. SpartanEdge
    May 11, 2011
    9
    Rainbow 6 Vegas 1&2 are the best Swat team games ever made to date,in my opinion! They're not boring,have planty of action & tension,& yet is quite realistic at the same time.By that i mean the tactics you can employ & options available to you,Real life weapons & equipment,& can die quickly if your careless.The graphics are good,with some great detail,& its great that the game can beRainbow 6 Vegas 1&2 are the best Swat team games ever made to date,in my opinion! They're not boring,have planty of action & tension,& yet is quite realistic at the same time.By that i mean the tactics you can employ & options available to you,Real life weapons & equipment,& can die quickly if your careless.The graphics are good,with some great detail,& its great that the game can be played Co-Op online & off via Split-Screen,Though its a pity you dont get the cutscenes & storytelling when you play in Co-Op.Shame.. Which is the only reason this doesnt get a perfect 10.… Expand
  20. SteveM
    Oct 15, 2009
    10
    Honestly the best next generation online game evr created. The only reason games such as call of duty are rated better is because any one can play it its run throw a nade spray then die its sooo boring. However with vegas it takes skill and i can say right now the only people who dont like this agme is people who are bad at it.
  21. KhristianRainford
    Oct 2, 2008
    8
    The Rainbow Six games always remind me of a more Arcade approach to the tactical based shooter series whereas Ghost Recon is slightly more strategic. Its a very very good game and the options of rushing and sending several of your mum in through another door works really well. It is a bit disappointing thouh when you find this is part of a series of games and there isn't aThe Rainbow Six games always remind me of a more Arcade approach to the tactical based shooter series whereas Ghost Recon is slightly more strategic. Its a very very good game and the options of rushing and sending several of your mum in through another door works really well. It is a bit disappointing thouh when you find this is part of a series of games and there isn't a conclusive ending..it sort of makes you feel cheated.

    SCORE : 89%    … Expand
  22. MattN.
    Jan 19, 2008
    10
    This game is brilliant!! Personally i don't like the single player but when playing multiplayer with mates it is possibly the best game i have ever played. The take cover option means that you have to practise a lot. When you play it for the first time you get hammered, but when you get better and go to a better rank (i am captain At the minute,) you will think it is amazing!!
  23. TrevorB.
    Jan 1, 2008
    10
    This is an excellent title and a "must" for any fan of console shooters. The story is great, the game play is top notch, and the environment/setting couldn't be better.
  24. JasonL.
    Nov 29, 2007
    9
    I actually give this game an 8.5 and it is for one reason only that this game doesn't get a 9.5 or a 10. That reason is that this is the worst community I have ever had for a game. Trying to find a decent room is like pulling teeth. First off the servers don't really update, if you hit refresh and then you go into a room that says lobby the game will have already started and be I actually give this game an 8.5 and it is for one reason only that this game doesn't get a 9.5 or a 10. That reason is that this is the worst community I have ever had for a game. Trying to find a decent room is like pulling teeth. First off the servers don't really update, if you hit refresh and then you go into a room that says lobby the game will have already started and be 3 minutes in and then you just have to wait for the round to be over or try again. Sometimes when you get in a room and wait for the round to be over the host ends the game and once again you are back to square one. You have people that don't know how to host (they don't know how many people they can hold in their room), or the host just boots you for no reason, no explanation or anything. And then of course there are the in game problems like the host booting people off your team if they are playing well and crap like that. I have had a host actually wait till his team was in the lead, boot everyone on his team but himself and then just hide for the rest of the round to max out on points. I had one game where my team was playing against a clan and they were killing each other in front of doors so that we could not open those doors becuase the body was in the way (blocking all routes so we only had one way to go) and once they saw that we had pushed them back into their spawn the clan host booted everyone on our team. I mean the game is great and if you have friends that play it by all means pick this game up and even if you don't the campaign co-op and multiplayer make this almost a must have but don't be suprised if trying to play online frustrates you.… Expand
  25. PaxtonC.
    Nov 19, 2007
    10
    This game rules. Probably the best tactical shooter to date. The very slow rate at which you rank up in multiplayer can be discouraging, but the character customization makes it all worth it. That, combined with the T-hunt mode and epic campaign make this game one step up from a must-have.
  26. BenH.
    Oct 29, 2007
    9
    9!! Very close to perfect! Everything is good. I love commanding my guys to breach doors, flash rooms, etc They can be incompetent sometimes, but over all the game is realistic and you can easily get into it. 3rd person views are kinda dumb are hurt the overall "realism", and the 2 player should just be the whole campaign, but other than that it's awesome! I'm all about the 9!! Very close to perfect! Everything is good. I love commanding my guys to breach doors, flash rooms, etc They can be incompetent sometimes, but over all the game is realistic and you can easily get into it. 3rd person views are kinda dumb are hurt the overall "realism", and the 2 player should just be the whole campaign, but other than that it's awesome! I'm all about the tactical shooters and this one IS!… Expand
  27. TeroU.
    Oct 8, 2007
    10
    Almost perfect shooting game with brilliant duck&cover -system.
  28. MichaelR.
    Oct 1, 2007
    10
    This game is with out a doubt the best game ever made.Its a great tactical shooter game,very smart AI, & it has absolutely the greatest graphics I have ever seen.Some levels were like a war zone and it was very intense from start to finish.There were no glitches what so ever.The only complaint I have which is the same complaint about all games is that its just to short.I beat it at normal This game is with out a doubt the best game ever made.Its a great tactical shooter game,very smart AI, & it has absolutely the greatest graphics I have ever seen.Some levels were like a war zone and it was very intense from start to finish.There were no glitches what so ever.The only complaint I have which is the same complaint about all games is that its just to short.I beat it at normal mode in 2 days.I imagine that the hard mode would take 4 days.Its definitley worth buying.… Expand
  29. RobC.
    Aug 17, 2007
    10
    As a previous soldier, this game defines what its like to really be out there in the action. Awesome.
  30. Max
    Aug 3, 2007
    9
    Very great game both online and offline. It's fun to play coop with my friends and I like every map they give you to play over Xbox Live. The only thing that bugs me about this game is that 80% of the games you find online take place on the Calypso Casino level (which is the gamers' fault not the games).
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Awards & Rankings

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#5 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2006
7
#7 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#5 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2006

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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 69
  3. Negative: 1 out of 69
  1. IGN
    93
    The sprawling levels like the glowing Fremont Street or the Hoover Dam open up Rainbow like it's never been before, and the result is a balanced shooter that is as much close-quarter combat as long-range head shots...The best first-person shooter on the Xbox 360.
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  2. TeamXbox
    95
    It's the game's multiplayer mode that will keep us playing Vegas for years to come. This isn't just the multiplayer game of the year, it may actually be the best multiplayer game in the whole Xbox 360 library.
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  3. 360 Gamer Magazine UK
    80
    Due to the easy-to-use squad control, advanced A.I., gorgeous visuals, realistic physics, and intense action, Rainbow Six Vegas is easily the best in the series. While the game has been slightly simplified - and is not a massive next-gen leap forward - the result is a fantastic, intense experience that few others can rival. [Issue 18, p.62]
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