Dungeons & Dragons Heroes

 Xbox
  • Publisher: Atari
  • Release Date: Sep 17, 2003
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 33
  3. Negative: 2 out of 33
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  1. GamePro
    100
    Offers a smooth ramp of power, fast-but-strategic combat, and a real variety of gameplay. Alone, it's cool. With friends, it's a blast.
  2. Official Xbox Magazine
    90
    A splendid dungeon crawler that's one of the best co-op experiences on Xbox. [Nov 2003, p.108]
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  3. Game Chronicles
    88
    This is one of the best new multiplayer games and its exclusive to the Xbox, so you even get some system bragging rights to go along with your hack and slash adventures.
  5. GameSpy
    85
    Both a souped-up "Gauntlet" and a stripped-down "Dark Alliance"; it's not as pretty as it should be, but the gameplay is rock-solid, and the multiplayer mode is can't-miss entertainment.
  6. Deeko
    85
    While the graphics seems to be a baby step back, the camera, which can zoom in and out, makes up for it. The gameplay is incredible, the musical score is impressive and the controls are fantastic.
  7. RPG Fan
    85
    Dungeons and Dragons: Heroes may get flack from the hardcore D&D crowd for simply being a "Diablo" clone set in the D&D universe, but it's still hard to deny the simple joy in teaming up with three friends to kick the crap out a Beholder.
  8. AtomicGamer
    85
    Atari has mixed old-school dungeon hack games with modern gameplay to make D&D Heroes a pretty decent success.
  9. Next Level Gaming
    84
    Heroes covers a totally different set of rules and a different story. And a strong multiplayer setup which allows players to jump in and out at will make this a game not only should you have, but one your friends should pick up too.
  10. IGN
    83
    We all loved "Gauntlet" in the arcade and D&D Heroes captures the adventure-filled essence of that classic but with a very clever new control system that can be enhanced and refined in all sorts of interesting ways.
  11. Gamers' Temple
    83
    The roleplaying elements have been stripped-down and the play can feel repetitive at times, but all things considered Dungeons & Dragons Heroes is an enjoyable dungeon romp.
  12. Gamer's Pulse
    82
    A true delight, offering fast-paced hack and slash action gaming in the comfort of my living room. With a in-depth storyline, multiple quests, a hefty assortment of weapons and awesome graphics, Heroes is a solid title for those gamers who just love a good adventure.
  13. GameZone
    81
    In terms of gameplay, there is little that is new or different here. While basically seamless, the overall gameplay is a rehash of other titles.
  14. Game Informer
    80
    I enjoyed my time with this title, but for most, the lack of variety and options will disappoint. [Nov 2003, p.163]
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  15. Cheat Code Central
    80
    The quintessential arcade-style RPG. Anyone can play it anytime. Some may say this game has training wheels but I like to think they're hooked up to a wheelie bar on a Harley.
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  16. GamingTrend
    80
    A decently done hack-and-slash, harkening back to the days of "Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance" on the consoles. This Xbox exclusive title doesn't hold up very well against its two-year-old cousin however, sporting spotty graphics and an inconstant frame rate.
  17. TeamXbox
    78
    While the single-player game is also enjoyable this game was designed to be played with others. It's easy to pick up and difficult to put down. The fast-paced, frenzied gameplay will have you and your friends addicted for hours.
  18. netjak
    75
    There's something immensely satisfying about plowing through hordes of monsters with a group of friends, and Heroes does that exceptionally well, despite its other flaws.
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  19. Into Liquid Sky
    75
    The single player experience is good for a short while, but the repetitiveness of it all may tire on some gamers.

Awards & Rankings

86
#86 Best Xbox Game of 2003
39
#39 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 25
  3. Negative: 3 out of 25
  1. Steyraus
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    Like all the D&D style dungeon crawlers of this era Heroes is an awsome experience.. It easily hits the hights of Champions of Norath and BGLike all the D&D style dungeon crawlers of this era Heroes is an awsome experience.. It easily hits the hights of Champions of Norath and BG Dark Alliance 1, Bards Tale etc and way better than Dark Alliance 2 IMO. It has great combat animations, and some of the most ballaced and well implented classes and power systems of all the games.. The camera is a realtreat aswell letting you zoom right in and out.. The only thing I would wish was a bit better is the visuals..Environments are a little bland and the character models a but basic..The FMV Cutscenes make up for this a bit however, with some badarse cinematic, especially the introduction of boss monsters.. Seeing this version of a Beholder had me thinking fuk yeah, this is sick. This is definently a must play , especially if you liked the previously mentioned games.… Full Review »
  2. CameronK.
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    4 player co op that's really fun.
  3. SupaFlySnooka
    Jan 29, 2006
    8
    If you're into co-op action RPGs such as Dark Alliance, X-Men Legends and Gauntlet Legends than this game is for you. I played this with If you're into co-op action RPGs such as Dark Alliance, X-Men Legends and Gauntlet Legends than this game is for you. I played this with 2 friends and it is a lot of fun and can actually get challenging at times unlike Gauntlet Seven Sorrows. Maybe not as fun by yourself, but at least worth the rental with some friends. I don't know what games(TM) is talking about, the camera never ever moves unless you tell it to, and is the same system found in any other game like this. Maybe they had a broken controller or sucked at the game.… Full Review »
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