Turok: Evolution

 Xbox
Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 25
  3. Negative: 2 out of 25
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  1. GameSpot
    73
    Another dose of the prehistoric shooter action that we've seen in previous installments. It's formulaic but done well enough.
  2. GameSpy
    72
    With "Halo" and a host of other games that take advantage of the Xbox hardware available, purchasing is not advised.
  3. IGN
    71
    There are just too many moments where the AI decides to stop being great, where the game itself gets too hard or too easy, that it can't be highly recommended.
  5. Games Radar
    70
    It's a big old adventure which provides hours of escapist blasting. It's packed to the horns with beautifully realised creatures and it's good fun, too. Just don't expect the next "Halo." [XGamer]
  6. GamePro
    70
    Clumsy computer A.I. and awful multiplayer games nick this game to only a single-player and a nice rental adventure.
  7. Gaming Age
    67
    It's a decent first person shooter with many multiplayer options, lots of gore and several flaws. None of those flaws make the game unplayable, they just keep it from standing head and shoulders above other, similar games.
  8. TeamXbox
    64
    The story is awful and not very engaging, and please don’t get me started on character dialogue.
  9. Yahoo!
    60
    Although it is mindless fun in short bursts, its problems, such as rare restart points, dodgy graphics and the flying stages really overwhelm the good stuff -- weapon selection, general violence and mayhem -- and leaves the overall package as somewhat disappointing.
  10. G4 TV
    60
    Seems intent on trying to incorporate all the cool stuff in other, better shooters. The problem is that it doesn't do it very well.
  11. Game Revolution
    58
    Possibly the most misleading title of all time, since this game hasn't evolved at all.
  12. TotalGames.net
    50
    There is so much here to dislike it is generally making us dizzy.
  13. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    50
    A laughable plot, poor level design, wimpy sound effects and fluctuating difficulty. [Nov 2002, p.306]
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Awards & Rankings

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#93 Best Xbox Game of 2002
50
#50 Most Discussed Xbox Game of 2002

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. Alex
    Nov 15, 2003
    8
    I found the game highly enjoyable. the only gripes were the slightly n64ish graphics and flyng sections. the sound is brilliant and theI found the game highly enjoyable. the only gripes were the slightly n64ish graphics and flyng sections. the sound is brilliant and the animations rocked. in some places it is vastly better than halo! i though that it had way more atmosphere than halo, and the dino setting was awesome.… Full Review »
  2. MatthewT.
    Apr 23, 2003
    7
    Will compare unfavorably to Halo in many ways, but this game is definitely fun. I actually like the look of it better (with some minor Will compare unfavorably to Halo in many ways, but this game is definitely fun. I actually like the look of it better (with some minor complaints) and prefer its emphasis on stealth. Awesome sound!… Full Review »
  3. DonJ.
    Sep 22, 2002
    9
    A few glitches in the game have driven the critics crazy. But I found it wonderful. Best hunting game out there in my opinion.
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