Grabbed by the Ghoulies

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 47 Ratings

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  • Summary: Do you dare step into a haunted house full of dancing zombies, cursed mummies, and boxing skeletons? Grabbed by the Ghoulies tests your courage as you play as Cooper, a kid on a mission to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend. She's trapped somewhere in the ominous Ghoulhaven Hall, which is rifeDo you dare step into a haunted house full of dancing zombies, cursed mummies, and boxing skeletons? Grabbed by the Ghoulies tests your courage as you play as Cooper, a kid on a mission to rescue his kidnapped girlfriend. She's trapped somewhere in the ominous Ghoulhaven Hall, which is rife with monsters, traps, and scares. But don't worry--you'll have more than 100 household objects, including chairs, pool cues, and fire extinguishers, to bash the ghoulies with. But be careful--if you fail to get through Ghoulhaven Hall, you'll become a prisoner there forever. … Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 42
  3. Negative: 6 out of 42
  1. TotalGames.net
    90
    This is one of those infamous games that you'll pick up long after completion just for the fun of it.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine
    82
    Although it's worth the 5-10 hours of your time that it will take to complete the main game, we honestly expected a little more. [Dec 2003, p.80]
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  3. GamePro
    80
    The gameplay is diverse, and it’s backed by strong graphics and audio...The main downside is with the nontraditional controls.
  4. Firing Squad
    69
    Even though the gameplay found in Grabbed by the Ghoulies borders on being shallow, it makes up for it with its inspired presentation.
  5. NTSC-uk
    60
    The game oozes style out of every orifice; the problem lies with the repetitive nature of the game. It’s not something you can play for great lengths at a time, though these short periods can indeed be fun.
  6. Gamer's Pulse
    60
    It might be worth a rent if you are really bored and have nothing but an Xbox and a weekend alone. I would suggest taking up reading or writing or some other monotonous hobby than to waste your time on this game.
  7. GameNow
    16
    A boring, repetitive snoozefest that can't decide if it's for kids or adults. [Jan 2004, p.64]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 24
  3. Negative: 4 out of 24
  1. Me
    Feb 8, 2004
    10
    100 is all I can say its the best ever.
  2. TheZero
    Jul 9, 2020
    10
    Este es un juego es muy bueno pero fue bastante infravalorado en su momento, recientemente veo que cada vez hay más personas que le hacenEste es un juego es muy bueno pero fue bastante infravalorado en su momento, recientemente veo que cada vez hay más personas que le hacen justicia y ciertamente este título merece mayor reconocimiento… Expand
  4. AlfredoNieto
    Oct 27, 2020
    10
    Dont Pay attention to Bad Reviews this is a Classic for the original xbox its a very fun game story is no the best but the gameplay and theDont Pay attention to Bad Reviews this is a Classic for the original xbox its a very fun game story is no the best but the gameplay and the music, its awesome!!!… Expand
  5. Sickboy
    Jul 13, 2004
    8
    I thought this game was given pretty harsh ratings from most magazines/websites. This initially deterred me from buying the game but because I thought this game was given pretty harsh ratings from most magazines/websites. This initially deterred me from buying the game but because of its recent reduction in price, I thought I would give it a bash. This turned out to be a really fun game... in small doses. Yes it is somewhat repetetive but then so are most rpgs when it comes to fighting. The graphics are incredible as are the sounds, reminiscent of old lucasarts games such as monkey island. In fact, I could swear the music was made by the same person who did monkey island music. I'm probably wrong but in any case, I think the music really sets the atmosphere well. I'd say definitely worth a play or two considering the reduced price!… Expand
  6. GamecubeLover
    Aug 6, 2016
    7
    What happened to Rare? I mean this game is fine but we made critical acclaimed games but now rare get mixed reviews and their games to beWhat happened to Rare? I mean this game is fine but we made critical acclaimed games but now rare get mixed reviews and their games to be strange and generic.… Expand
  7. J.Webb
    Dec 25, 2003
    7
    This game has entertainment in it. It's a short adventure game with some challenges that has a good eplay value. Definitely worth a try!
  8. Sam
    Jun 25, 2006
    0
    A horrid, ugly, dorky, and nonetheless repetetive disaster that is nothing more than a collection of poor gameplay elements left completely A horrid, ugly, dorky, and nonetheless repetetive disaster that is nothing more than a collection of poor gameplay elements left completely unrealized.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#24 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
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#2 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003