Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six 3

 Xbox
Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
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  1. Total Video Games
    70
    If this is your type of game then Rainbow Six 3 won't disappoint, but if like us you're beginning to grow a little tired of these games then best to look elsewhere.
  2. GamePro
    70
    Disappointing gameplay will plague anyone who has ever experienced previous Rainbow Six games. On the other hand, if you’re new to first-person tactical shooting, this game is a perfect starter.
  3. Edge Magazine
    60
    This is a stupefyingly linear experience. While the individual stand-offs and shoot-outs are exhilirating, the removal of any sense of choice or any requirement of tactical thought makes this more of a theme park ride than a military operation. [Christmas 2003, p.117]
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Awards & Rankings

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#23 Best Xbox Game of 2003
21
#21 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2003
44
#44 Most Shared Xbox Game of 2003

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 35 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 35
  3. Negative: 3 out of 35
  1. Ryencoke
    Mar 10, 2006
    10
    Why can't they make another great game like this? I mean, Black Arrow was good too, but this one was just to perfect. I remember playing Why can't they make another great game like this? I mean, Black Arrow was good too, but this one was just to perfect. I remember playing Xbox Live and I couldn't get off, it was to intense to good, it was perfect everything about this game is just amazing. It was the best Xbox Live experience I have ever had, I hope they can someday make another like this. Since they horrendously screwed up on lockdown.… Full Review »
  2. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Aug 2, 2022
    9
    An awesome tactical shooter that utilizes the Splinter Cell graphics engine. The story mode is all about clearing rooms using squad commands.An awesome tactical shooter that utilizes the Splinter Cell graphics engine. The story mode is all about clearing rooms using squad commands. When this was online, you could play through it cooperatively with three other buddies. Of course, the competitive multiplayer was the real reason this game was a success. It was the "Rainbow Six Siege" of its day. While it's limited to local play, Rainbow Six 3 is still enjoyable. But during its heydey, this was a 9 out of 10.… Full Review »
  3. TwigNigel69
    Jan 22, 2020
    4
    this game all I can really say is boring boring BORING this abomination of a game is one of the worst games I have ever played the missionsthis game all I can really say is boring boring BORING this abomination of a game is one of the worst games I have ever played the missions are boring is very confusing on where to go and even though this game only sells for about $1 now just don't get it… Full Review »
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