Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge

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  • Summary: Crimson Skies: High Road to Revenge combines thrilling aerial combat with the swashbuckling style of a Hollywood action-adventure movie. Set in an alternate 1930s world of gunship diplomacy and sinister intrigue, the game lets you pilot powerful aircraft--armed with detonator cannons, teslaCrimson Skies: High Road to Revenge combines thrilling aerial combat with the swashbuckling style of a Hollywood action-adventure movie. Set in an alternate 1930s world of gunship diplomacy and sinister intrigue, the game lets you pilot powerful aircraft--armed with detonator cannons, tesla guns, or remote-controlled rockets--against nefarious air pirates and behemoth war zeppelins. As the daring air pirate Nathan Zachary, leader of the infamous Fortune Hunters, you take off on a high-flying adventure, filled with daring escapes and damsels in distress.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. GamePro
    100
    The swelling chase music, idealized world, larger-than-life story, and easy-to-master controls combine to cut through the clutter of some more pretentious games and deliver a sense of majesty and bravery straight to your heart.
  2. GameZone
    95
    Plays like a dream! The controller fits this game perfectly, all the buttons are used, and they are conveniently located so players will be able to use them with the utmost accuracy. While flying the planes it feels like they are moving through the air like a hot knife cutting through butter, the gameplay is that smooth.
  3. Gamer's Pulse
    94
    Aside from minor issues related to multiplayer gameplay, Crimson Skies claims to be nearly flawless with intense airborne action and beautiful interactive visuals.
  4. Firing Squad
    90
    It's not an innovative wonder that will blow your socks off, but the new Crimson Skies succeeds in providing an extremely well executed and polished dogfighting experience both off and online.
  5. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    88
    It's your plane's incredibly fluid feel that turbo boosts the fun here into the stratosphere. [Jan 2004, p.148]
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  6. GMR Magazine
    80
    But whoever designed the final level) filled with screen-obscuring lightning attacks) and behemoth boss is a cruel, cruel person indeed. [Jan 2004, p.52]
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  7. games(TM)
    60
    While the accessible arcade action delivers thrill-a-minute multiplayer dogfights, over time the game's inherent lack of substance becomes increasingly evident. [Dec 2003, p.121]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
  1. Esposch
    May 21, 2011
    10
    The planes in this game are a joy to fly, the characters are badass and the story is a blast! The graphics are amazing for an original XBOXThe planes in this game are a joy to fly, the characters are badass and the story is a blast! The graphics are amazing for an original XBOX too. Everything has a surprising amount of detail, the worlds are aesthetically pleasing and the water especially is stunning. It looks even better on the XBOX 360, where it runs in HD with a smooth framerate.

    Simply put, the best game you can get for the original XBOX, even though XBOX Live is no longer supported for it. Pick it up. It's well worth the $10 it'll cost you.    … Expand
  2. PerrinM.
    Nov 20, 2003
    10
    What bad things can you say about this game? Incredible graphics, crisp controls, deep gameplay, great environments, great Live content... What bad things can you say about this game? Incredible graphics, crisp controls, deep gameplay, great environments, great Live content... the list goes on. Is this a true combat flight sim? No. Is it more accessable and fun? Yes! I love the deep flight sims too (Falcon 3 and 4 are my favorites) but there is something cool about the simplicity of this game. If you are a seasoned flight sim player, your skills will tranfer into this game. If you are new to the genre, it is very accessable and simple to learn. Note: I have yet to experience one laggy session on Live with this game. … Expand
  4. Doctor
    Jan 5, 2005
    10
    Hands down the best flying game on the xbox. I dig the alternate universe it creates and blowing up zeppelines is way too much fun.
  5. SteveE.
    Nov 28, 2003
    9
    Brilliant single/multiplayer game, a must for aerial-combat fans.
  6. FirePants
    Jun 25, 2005
    9
    I love the music, it is really fun to blow up the Zeps, and it is a very good storyline. I just wish the controls were the same as Halo I love the music, it is really fun to blow up the Zeps, and it is a very good storyline. I just wish the controls were the same as Halo (using both control sticks to move). contrary to Edwin's beliefs, you can control your air speed, press Y and B genius.… Expand
  7. Termin8ter
    Jul 3, 2017
    8
    This game was way ahead of it's time. Featuring excellent flight and dogfight controls, solid graphics, and a competent length, not to mentionThis game was way ahead of it's time. Featuring excellent flight and dogfight controls, solid graphics, and a competent length, not to mention the amazing Xbox Live multiplayer that was booming back in the day. Make an effort to play this game, whether it be in the upcoming Xbox One port, or on the original Xbox.… Expand
  8. EdwinC.
    Mar 21, 2005
    4
    A Disappointment. Flight physics are poor, and compared to the PC version (I played the demo of that) the controls are crappy. With two A Disappointment. Flight physics are poor, and compared to the PC version (I played the demo of that) the controls are crappy. With two analog sticks, why not follow the convention of RC planes, and use Right Stick for Elevator/Ailerons, Left Stick for Throttle/Rudder. Knowing how to fly is a disadvantage in playing the game, as little of flying is captured in the gameplay. Game has No Throttle, No Airspeed management, it's not a flight simulation at all!… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#17 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#15 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
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#52 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003