• Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Oct 22, 2002
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 25
  3. Negative: 5 out of 25
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  1. JoeyT.
    Feb 20, 2003
    9
    Amazing, enjoyable, and a bloody good time. Great game that only lacks online play...I pray they make a sequel with even more teams and Xbox Live support, then I'd dish out $50, $60, I don't care, It's worth every penny.
  2. LeeP.
    Sep 9, 2003
    10
    i 4t this game was totally brilliant completely awesome and i HATE sport games 10/10 brill.
  3. KyleK.
    May 9, 2004
    9
    This is a very fun long lasting enjoyable game with lots of characters, upgrades, arenas and extras. The people that put this game down either aren't good at it or just focus on critically puting it down because it isn't the best game ever. This game provides lots of fun, sure there are heaps of better games than this but it keeps you glued to the screen smashing the hell out of This is a very fun long lasting enjoyable game with lots of characters, upgrades, arenas and extras. The people that put this game down either aren't good at it or just focus on critically puting it down because it isn't the best game ever. This game provides lots of fun, sure there are heaps of better games than this but it keeps you glued to the screen smashing the hell out of the guys. Expand
  4. TimA.
    Nov 10, 2002
    10
    I have many games for my Xbox. This one has been in the CD tray 2 straight weeks. I've missed lots of sleep and am in danger of loosing my job. This game has tons of replay value. Good strategy, very deep and highly addictive.
  5. T.PINEDO
    Nov 4, 2002
    8
    This is a very addictive fast paced game that is sure to become a must have in any gamers library. The graphics are crisp and the use of colors and shadowing are excellent. The controlls may be a little awkward at first, but that is quickly overcome and that's when the Deathrow bug will get ya !!!
  6. Nyard
    Nov 4, 2002
    9
    An excellent futuristic sports game that is frenetic and great fun to play. Deathrow is surprisingly deep once you get past the basics. I warmly recommend this game - however, not for those who can't stand four letter words.
  7. JesseS.
    Nov 7, 2002
    10
    Did you know that the devlopment team that created Deathrow, Southend-interactive only consists of 9 people? And only two coders? Talk about a tiny group with huge talent...Not to mention they are friendly, cool people. That said, Deathrow is the best "sports" game ever not to mention one of the BEST videogames ever produced! Support this talented team and their original product.
  8. [Anonymous]
    Nov 28, 2003
    10
    The best action sports game on Xbox. Period. No arguement. It is full of violence, immense and competitive strategy and will keep you hooked for weeks if not months. The conquests are well put together and team management solid. The graphics are superb and look very, very stylish. I cannot give this game enough praise.
  9. KalleV.
    Jan 14, 2003
    9
    The point is that when you start you cannot stop. Thats the best criteria for a good game.
  10. ArmandilloD.
    Sep 7, 2005
    10
    Deathrow is awesome and different playing experience... I am angry to myself that i sold this game away a long time ago (when i had passed it) I recommend...
  11. DavidF.
    Jun 25, 2007
    9
    This game is tons of fun whether you play alone or with friends. The violence and vulgar language make for an entertaining and funny setting, but the gameplay is where Deathrow shines the most. I noticed some reviewers that I normally trust trashed this game, most notably Game Informer. Not enough depth? I can see how you may think this at first glance, but once you really delve into the This game is tons of fun whether you play alone or with friends. The violence and vulgar language make for an entertaining and funny setting, but the gameplay is where Deathrow shines the most. I noticed some reviewers that I normally trust trashed this game, most notably Game Informer. Not enough depth? I can see how you may think this at first glance, but once you really delve into the game it becames blatantly apparant that there are many hidden layers of strategy and substance if you put in the time and effort. Expand
  12. JacobB.
    Nov 12, 2002
    10
    This game rules. It's so addictive. One of the best games for the xbox period. It's a mix between a fighting and sports game.
  13. GaborA.
    Nov 12, 2003
    8
    Screw franchise modes and stats. This game is more fun than any sports game ever.
  14. ColeW.
    Feb 12, 2008
    9
    Loved this game, it's very fast paced and the strategy changes on every new course you play on. Tough game when you play with crappy teams, but you can win by scoring or just flat out mauling the other team.

Awards & Rankings

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#10 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2002
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#24 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2002
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 18
  2. Negative: 2 out of 18
  1. 93
    I'm hooked and I won't stop playing for a long, long time. What is Deathrow? Pure joy.
  2. Amazing visuals, strong audio, great depth both single player and multiplayer wise, beautiful presentation and solid all around gameplay makes Deathrow one of the hottest and most underrated titles of the year.
  3. Maybe its name has allowed it to slip under the proverbial radar. This game isn't about incarcerated inmates waiting to die. In fact, they should have called it Profanity-laced, Ass-kicking, Super, Glowing, Futuristic Frisbee Fest 2002.