Voltron: Defender of the Universe

 Xbox 360
Metascore
50

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 20
  3. Negative: 8 out of 20
  1. GameSpot
    Dec 7, 2011
    45
    What should be a joyful revival is dragged down by low-res textures, repetitive missions, punchless attacks, and an overall lack of excitement.
  2. NZGamer
    Dec 12, 2011
    40
    If you're a fan of the series and want a game that delivers, go watch the show while you wait for a different Voltron game - one where you have more control over the super robot than simply pushing buttons on cue.
  3. Destructoid
    Dec 12, 2011
    40
    To say that Voltron: Defender of the Universe is a disappointment is an understatement. What should be blistering action is yawn-inducing and seems more like a chore used to get to the mech sequences, which only serve to disappoint MORE by the sheer mediocrity of them. I'd rather watch the series on Netflix.
  5. IGN
    Nov 30, 2011
    40
    The gameplay itself is simplistic, repetitive and fails to convey the powerful feeling of piloting a team of robot lions that transform into a towering intergalactic badass. It may be Voltron by name, but in this case the five cats have come together to form an absolute dog.
  6. Gamers' Temple
    Dec 6, 2011
    35
    Voltron: Defender of the Universe is a downloadable game just about everyone should skip.
  7. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Feb 1, 2012
    30
    If you're an oldie who remembers Voltron, do yourself a favor and don't soil those memories with this. [Issue #81, p.103]
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  8. Cheat Code Central
    Dec 16, 2011
    26
    Voltron: Defender of the Universe is a poorly designed cash-in on a franchise that hasn't been relevant in years. It's particularly telling when the announcer is your absolute best feature, stating "Voltron will return after these messages" when you pause, then "And now back to Voltron" when you resume play. That's right: the best part of the game only appears when you stop playing. I rest my case.
  9. Game Revolution
    Dec 12, 2011
    25
    You'd be better off just going back and watching the animé instead.