Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc

 Xbox
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
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  1. Play Magazine
    100
    Rayman 3's most awesome attribute, as incredible as the movies, dialogue, and gameplay are, is a level of visual splendor that defies everything I've come to know about lighting effects in a video game. [Mar 2003, p.47]
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  2. Electric Playground
    90
    Ubi Soft gives their mascot the star treatment and it pays off in a game that captures the real fun of platform hopping, environmental puzzle solving, and boss character combat. Rayman 3 is a treat.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    86
    It's the gameplay in Rayman 3, though, that really keeps you hooked. [Apr 2003, p.84]
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  5. IGN
    84
    A solid platformer that absolutely drips with style.
  6. GameSpot
    81
    Doesn't blow the doors off "Rayman 2," but it does further refine the formula, is completely worthy of the Rayman name, and is also the best platformer on the Xbox thus far.
  7. TotalGames.net
    80
    It doesn’t aim to break the mould or do anything particularly innovative, but instead relies on proven ingredients and a good line in humour to keep things ticking.
  8. Armchair Empire
    80
    The camera and the linear fashion of the levels didn’t make me a Rayman convert but I did have fun – especially with those drug-inspired transition sections. Far out, man!
  9. Cheat Code Central
    80
    I didn't find this game particularly challenging but it's still loads of fun.
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  10. GameSpy
    70
    I hesitate to call it a nice try, because in some ways it didn't even really do that.
  11. GamePro
    70
    Bad voice decisions and an inexplicable step back in control tightness make Rayman 3 a disappointment, especially given the series’ usually extraordinary standards.
  12. Xbox Nation Magazine
    60
    These bright spots don't really offset the repetitive, frustrating, and sometimes just plain dull parts. [Apr 2003, p.84]
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  13. Edge Magazine
    50
    There's a certain amount of wit and flair evident throughout Hoodlum Havoc's cut-scenes, and there are certainly some very slick production values. The problem is that, in terms of raw enjoyment, the game is somehow underwhelming. [May 2003, p.104]
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  14. GMR Magazine
    50
    Snide voice acting turns cutesy bit players Globox and Murfy into electronic annoyances, and Hoodlum Havoc revels in its lame humor. [Apr 2003, p.68]
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#68 Best Xbox Game of 2003

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User Score
8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. Helmore
    Apr 5, 2012
    10
    Absolutely great game. Great bosses, minigames and music. The graphics aren't amazing obviously but the art direction is great. Really reallyAbsolutely great game. Great bosses, minigames and music. The graphics aren't amazing obviously but the art direction is great. Really really fun, a true classic.… Full Review »
  2. SonicEnthusiast
    May 1, 2022
    10
    Rayman 2 would have been hard to top, but this game quite possibly does just that. It looks great and has fantastic gameplay and controls. IRayman 2 would have been hard to top, but this game quite possibly does just that. It looks great and has fantastic gameplay and controls. I love the mechanics and aesthetic a lot too. Good level design and bosses are evident throughout. I also love the soundtrack to bits. Amazing game and I would recommend it to any platformer fan.… Full Review »
  3. ayysuvi
    Jul 12, 2019
    10
    Rayman 3 cured my depression. Globox's delicate body movements have given me ASMR ever since I was a little kid. In my opinion Globox wasRayman 3 cured my depression. Globox's delicate body movements have given me ASMR ever since I was a little kid. In my opinion Globox was portrayed as someone who helps Rayman to find himself again after the tragic events which led him to losing his hands, but I think there's more to it. Globox is an amazing, strong and independent frog. I don't think he would want to waste a second in Rayman, since he clearly does not appreciate Globox's globoxness. The essence of Globox's soul has always been tirppas, which was completely forgotten in the process of making this game. Despite the complete failure of capturing Globox's true being, this is one of the best games in the world. Globox has always been slept on, but that has to come to an end. I will personally make sure that Globox gets all the love and appreciation that he truly deserves.

    ~ Globox means family. Family means no tirppa gets left behind. ~    … Full Review »
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