OutRun2

 Xbox
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 51 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 51
  3. Negative: 1 out of 51
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  1. Gamezilla!
    45
    But the problem is it’s a port of a very dated arcade game. The graphics are cartoony, the sound effects are more for nostalgia than any other sort of enjoyment and the game mechanics are infantile. There are a total of two buttons you use for the game.

Awards & Rankings

49
#49 Best Xbox Game of 2004
42
#42 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2004

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User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 30 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 30
  3. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. dplatt45
    Oct 9, 2021
    8
    Really fun game! I love how relaxing and colorful it is and how it looks, the different modes, different things you can do. I love the arcadeReally fun game! I love how relaxing and colorful it is and how it looks, the different modes, different things you can do. I love the arcade feel and how fast you go. I do wish there were more cars in it though. Being a Sega game I really like it and Outrun2 is definitely an enjoyable sit down game. Probably not one you’ll spend hours playing, a fun one to revisit, it is enjoyable and delivers that. This is a game you can play for a half hour and put down, and I love those type of games.… Full Review »
  2. frixed18
    Apr 23, 2021
    10
    Amazing racing game recaps the atmosphere of the first game with great additions one of the best video game sequel ever!
  3. storygamer
    Oct 19, 2020
    8
    The moment I started Outrun 2 on my Xbox, the nostalgia hit in. If you expect a Need For Speed or Burnout, don´t read further. But if your aThe moment I started Outrun 2 on my Xbox, the nostalgia hit in. If you expect a Need For Speed or Burnout, don´t read further. But if your a oldschool arcade racing fan, this is clearly your game! Some folks call this game outdated, I call it a cult classic! Great, simpler times!… Full Review »
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