Metal Arms: Glitch in the System

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User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 3 out of 18
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  1. KelR.
    Dec 13, 2003
    4
    I had to give this game a 4. Indeed it had good graphics and was a good idea that went wrong... Horribly wrong. Perhaps it's just me but I hate the cheap laughs these games try to get. I want to get into the game, take it seriously, but I can't when the robots act like f'ing idiots. If you're the kind of gamer who is 12 or under, are famale, over 50 or like cute games I had to give this game a 4. Indeed it had good graphics and was a good idea that went wrong... Horribly wrong. Perhaps it's just me but I hate the cheap laughs these games try to get. I want to get into the game, take it seriously, but I can't when the robots act like f'ing idiots. If you're the kind of gamer who is 12 or under, are famale, over 50 or like cute games like anything beginning with "Mario" then this might be up your alley... … Expand
  2. SteveE.
    Jan 1, 2004
    9
    No hype no high expectations just a cracking arcade blaster which you can pick up for £15 on play.com .
  3. SteveB.
    Oct 13, 2003
    8
    The demo that came with the official Xbox magazine was fun. Good controls, good graphics. I'll probably pick this one up when it comes out.
  4. DavetheWave
    Dec 9, 2003
    9
    One of the most underrated games of the year. It's like Halo meets Sonic meets MechWarrior. Very fun and funny. Amazingly creative. Multiplayer is great and should last me and my friends until Halo 2. I agree that it has some frame-rate problems, but that doesn't detract from a great time. Get it.
  5. GregA.
    Dec 9, 2003
    10
    AWESOME!!! The best new game for the Xbox right now.
  6. AbiBl
    Dec 15, 2003
    10
    Awesome game. I dont know how people dont like it. What are you talking about Kel? This games is the most fun i have had on the Xbox since Halo. You cant take this game seriously. Thats like taking Simpsons: Hit and Run seriously. This game is meant for its extremely fun gameplay.
  7. Jimbo
    Dec 3, 2003
    9
    Excellent game. An action shooter thats doesn't feel like every other action shooter out there. Very well may be my best game on the box.
  8. Uter
    Jan 24, 2004
    9
    I love this game. It is yet another shooter, but feels distinct and original. The single player is very long and engaging, and the multiplayer modes are awesome.
  9. ScottE.
    Nov 26, 2003
    9
    Wow, what a great game! From the wicked weapons to the vicious enemies that you battle against and some great vehicles that you can drive, this epic game has something for everyone. Many people are trying to draw some comparisons to "Halo," but this little robot title can stand on its own when compared to other software giants. Not only can you hijack larger and more powerful robots, but Wow, what a great game! From the wicked weapons to the vicious enemies that you battle against and some great vehicles that you can drive, this epic game has something for everyone. Many people are trying to draw some comparisons to "Halo," but this little robot title can stand on its own when compared to other software giants. Not only can you hijack larger and more powerful robots, but you can also jump into cool tanks and blast hoards of 'bots to pieces. Add to that a devious sense of humor and great multiplayer matches, and you have a complete picture of what might be one of the few sleeper hits of this year. The only reason I didn't give this game a perfect 10 is due to occasional frame-rate troubles and the lack of XBox Live playability. Go out and get this game if you love playing a good shooter that doesn't take itself too seriously.… Expand
  10. Cameron5000
    Aug 16, 2014
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time. It's got decent graphics & soundtrack, outstanding gameplay that will make you play this game non-stop. Overall, one of the best games ever made.
    Highly recommended, its a amazing hidden gem for the Xbox/PS2/Gamecube!
  11. Broyax
    Mar 31, 2017
    3
    Assez beau, maniable et plutôt amusant malgré son côté enfantin, Metal Arms échoue sur ses sauvegardes trop espacées et un côté arcade beaucoup trop prononcé et agaçant (ennemis incessants sur lesquels il faut tirer des plombes, ça finit par soûler). Rapidement répétitif, un jeu qui montre rapidement ses limites, déjà très limitées par défaut.

Awards & Rankings

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#41 Best Xbox Game of 2003
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#61 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
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#8 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 35
  3. Negative: 0 out of 35
  1. Weekly Famitsu
    60
    6 / 6 / 6 / 6 - 24 [Vol 805; 28 May 2004]
  2. AceGamez
    100
    Imaginative graphics and superb sound, a sprawling adventure packed full of neat touches and cool weapons, great humour and an accomplished multiplayer; Glitch embodies what games are really all about - challenge, entertainment and fun.
  3. Xbox Nation Magazine
    90
    Second only to "Halo," Arms is the best shooter on Xbox. [Dec/Jan 2004, p.80]
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