Enter the Matrix

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 73 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 73
  3. Negative: 16 out of 73
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  1. EarlwinF.
    Sep 7, 2003
    6
    The matrix is pretty good but it had some major flaws. The graphics were prtty descent but the gameplay was awful. It was a basic hack and slash. Punch punch punch kick kick kick. thats all you have to do to beat the game. Not challenging at all, any beginner can beat this game ina couple of hours. Don't waste your time or money on this game. The only cool part about the game was theThe matrix is pretty good but it had some major flaws. The graphics were prtty descent but the gameplay was awful. It was a basic hack and slash. Punch punch punch kick kick kick. thats all you have to do to beat the game. Not challenging at all, any beginner can beat this game ina couple of hours. Don't waste your time or money on this game. The only cool part about the game was the movies in between the game that let you see seen from Matrix reloaded. Other than that don't waste your time.… Expand
  2. SimonL.
    May 14, 2003
    7
    While being set in the world of the "Matrix" is cool enough to support almost any type of game, Enter The Matrix seems to be a victim of its own hype. Gamers expecting to play as one of their favorite characters (Neo, Trinity, etc.) will only be able to choose between two hovercraft lackeys, either one of which will support the other during the game depending on who you choose. Overvall While being set in the world of the "Matrix" is cool enough to support almost any type of game, Enter The Matrix seems to be a victim of its own hype. Gamers expecting to play as one of their favorite characters (Neo, Trinity, etc.) will only be able to choose between two hovercraft lackeys, either one of which will support the other during the game depending on who you choose. Overvall this is your standard 3rd person melee game with a green tint, "bullet time" fx ala Max Payne, and a frustrating camera that seems possessed. The extra film footage from the Matrix is a definite plus that will help understand the Matrix Reloaded film, but full motion video make a great game not. … Expand
  3. JohnF.
    May 20, 2003
    7
    Great fighting action and production but anyone who knows what gameplay means will be left wanting. Agree it seems to be crying out for the two stick control style, using a modifier button for strafe seems archaic.
  4. TomF.
    Jun 2, 2003
    7
    This game was solid, but could have been much better had Shiny paid more attention to the gameplay. Graphics and story were strong (lots of cool cut scenes), but the controls were awkward at best. Talk about "spraying" bullets; I had no idea where I was firing! Like so many games, weak attention to detail detracts from an otherwise entertaining title.
  5. StickN.
    Jun 3, 2003
    5
    If you really really like the movies get this game. If you sort of like the movie, then don't bother. The story isn't all that great, and the gameplay is awful. Some aspects of the game are outright cool, but beyond that the gameplay is not so good. The fighting is alright, but there are some issues. Overall it's a snorefest that could have been a lot better. I remember If you really really like the movies get this game. If you sort of like the movie, then don't bother. The story isn't all that great, and the gameplay is awful. Some aspects of the game are outright cool, but beyond that the gameplay is not so good. The fighting is alright, but there are some issues. Overall it's a snorefest that could have been a lot better. I remember thinking about a hundred times that the original syphon filter had a better game engine. Also, who wants to play a matrix game and play as niobe or ghost? … Expand
  6. Pain
    May 28, 2003
    7
    Let's be honest gameplay and replay value are just not the same. As I played Enter the Matrix, there were definitely bugs that stood out: the pop up messages that would leave you clueless at times in knowing where to go or look, constant respawning of police/SWAT soldiers from out of thin air, no "directional damage" to signal if you are being shot from the left, right, top, or Let's be honest gameplay and replay value are just not the same. As I played Enter the Matrix, there were definitely bugs that stood out: the pop up messages that would leave you clueless at times in knowing where to go or look, constant respawning of police/SWAT soldiers from out of thin air, no "directional damage" to signal if you are being shot from the left, right, top, or bottom (there were a number of times guns would be blasting like mad and you could not tell from where or who i.e. snipers), sound from the car engine in the driving sequences is just horrid, and finally the camera in tight spots is relentless in showing you a wall while you lay the smackdown on somebody. That was the bad stuff, the fight gameplay is rather satisfying (Focus Fighting) but I have asked myself "How Do I Do That Move Again !" A training dojo/mode i.e. the first Matrix against Morpheus would have been an awesome addition. Neo learned to fight before becoming "superman." The fighting somehow becomes the "glue" that holds the game together. Graphically much time was given to the ingame character models, however the bland underground evironments make you wish for a bright and sunny outdoor missions. Not to mention the boss fights were not all together challenging, excluding agents. Lastly replay value is one of my biggest areas of concern. The "sub" story line, yet interesting, will only give you a repetition of what and where to expect things a second time through, in addition to the bugs mentioned earlier. Skipping through the FMV will be your first choice and simply completing the missions, you already know the story. In all, the game definitely excels in Focus fighting gameplay and martial art acrobatics, but a number of things such as 2 player coop, unlocking more characters, secret/sub-missions, and different styles of fighting would have been great in building a more customized feel to the game (the wanting more principle). And this definitely would have left me guessing if, as in the movie, certain choices or decisions would determine the outcome of the game. Point being, having the ability to make tactical decisions as you play. Enter the Matrix is definitely a good game that could have been great. I suggest a rental before dropping the big 50. … Expand
  7. MichaelF.
    Jul 10, 2003
    5
    Good until the newness wears off. Which happens after a few hours or so.
  8. Jake
    May 16, 2003
    7
    To be honest.... The matrix universe is so cool and so immersive that it can raise any games to an acceptable level. That is the case with enter the matrix. The gameplay is not good enough majors annoying stuff, the graphics are sometimes good sometimes bad (the flinstones wheels cant be forgiven sorry!!! ) Music is great, Martial arts are easy to use maybe a little too easy but it is a To be honest.... The matrix universe is so cool and so immersive that it can raise any games to an acceptable level. That is the case with enter the matrix. The gameplay is not good enough majors annoying stuff, the graphics are sometimes good sometimes bad (the flinstones wheels cant be forgiven sorry!!! ) Music is great, Martial arts are easy to use maybe a little too easy but it is a lot of fun doing stuff they do in the film. And Cinematics are just like seeing more from the movie... very impressive..... So let's say without the Wachowski borthers.... I would probably rate a 2 or 3 but i give it a 7 because of the cinematics and the work of Wo ping for combats. And of course Wonderful cinematics… Expand
  9. MichaelC.
    Aug 19, 2003
    7
    Ya know, I actually had a lot of fun playing this game. Yeah, the gameply was lacking in some areas, and the character control wasn't what it should have been, but it was actually better than I expected it to be (movie license games are usually traumatic experiences). Also, if you're a fan of the movie, you'll enjoy the layer of depth it adds to the Matrix story. Ya know, I actually had a lot of fun playing this game. Yeah, the gameply was lacking in some areas, and the character control wasn't what it should have been, but it was actually better than I expected it to be (movie license games are usually traumatic experiences). Also, if you're a fan of the movie, you'll enjoy the layer of depth it adds to the Matrix story. Altogether, a pretty cool game (not $50 cool, but cool).… Expand

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Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 33
  3. Negative: 7 out of 33
  1. Cincinnati Enquirer
    70
    Enter the Matrix isn't a perfect slice of interactive entertainment, but it does provide at least a dozen hours of action-packed fun and serves as a clever vehicle to expand on the events in "The Matrix Reloaded."
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  2. Village Voice
    60
    Nerds may activate two-player mode using the DOS-throwback "hacking gameplay element." If any of you figure out how to boff Trinity during a rave, please e-mail me.
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  3. Xbox Nation Magazine
    30
    Fails dramatically... Severe, fundamental flaws permeate the experience, ranging from wince-inducing run-cycle animations to sloppy, unrefined controls. [Aug 2003, p.78]
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