Brute Force

 Xbox
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 45
  3. Negative: 1 out of 45
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  1. Total Video Games
    70
    The main issue is that the emphasis on action means that the tactical side often falls by the wayside; ultimately you’ll find yourself sticking to a power character such as Tex or Brutus and just wade in guns blaring to destroy everything.
  2. TotalGames.net
    70
    An empty shell of a game that revolves around non-stop action. Which is great, if that’s your favourite flavour of jam.
  3. Cincinnati Enquirer
    70
    Unfortunately, there isn't an online option to let friends play over the Internet-based Xbox Live service.
  5. GameCritics
    70
    Very polished and thoroughly enjoyable. But for a game that was subject to so many delays and such high expectations, it's disappointingly limited in scope and is sorely lacking innovation or refinement of any kind.
  6. GamePro
    70
    Brute Force is fun for a while, a forgettable destruct-a-thon with an OK squadly gimmick, but that’s about it. This gang of four doesn’t add up to one Master Chief.
  7. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    67
    It's like an action movie that, if you don't set your expectations high, you'll end up enjoying. [Aug 2003, p.109]
  8. Game Revolution
    67
    It's not a bad game, but it certainly isn't worthy of the hype. The lack of sufficient multiplayer support and the repetitive, underwhelming Campaign steal some of the thunder, which a shame since there's some good, solid gameplay in here.
  9. GameNow
    67
    The cut-scenes will make you feel seriously embarrassed for the people who wrote them. [Aug 2003, p.32]
  10. Xbox Nation Magazine
    60
    Features some of the most flaccid enemy designs seen in a long while. [Aug 2003, p.74]
  11. GMR Magazine
    60
    Despite some well-done presentation and solid controls, major missteps in the level design and entire multiplayer system cause Brute Force to lose all the fun from what should be a great time for you and your friends. [Aug 2003, p.69]
  12. G4 TV
    60
    Like a toaster wrapped in gold leaf under the Christmas tree. The contents simply defy the billing. But if you're looking for some disposable, forgettable fun, this is one Xbox game that'll cure your itchy trigger finger.
  13. All Game Guide
    60
    Has beautiful graphics, intuitive control, excellent sound, and a fun co-op campaign offering three difficulty levels. It is also a rather dull experience when playing alone and doesn't push the genre in any way, shape, or form -- in many cases, it takes the genre back.

Awards & Rankings

61
#61 Best Xbox Game of 2003
11
#11 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
15
#15 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 63 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 63
  3. Negative: 7 out of 63
  1. ShankYouKindly
    Mar 10, 2014
    10
    This a classic in my eyes. When I was maybe 10-11 years old, I played this game with friends to death. Logged probably 500+ hours on thisThis a classic in my eyes. When I was maybe 10-11 years old, I played this game with friends to death. Logged probably 500+ hours on this beast and would play it again in a heartbeat. I really need to buy an original Xbox again, regret selling it a lot.… Full Review »
  2. NikQ.
    Jan 2, 2007
    9
    I'm writing this reveiw a year into the xbox 360 generation, and I still think this game looks good. The only flaw of this adventure is I'm writing this reveiw a year into the xbox 360 generation, and I still think this game looks good. The only flaw of this adventure is it can sometimes be impossible if you have no medkits, but otherwise, I love playing as all the different commandos for different enemies.… Full Review »
  3. JMan
    May 19, 2004
    8
    Not Halo, but still very good.
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