
70
In the same league as the disposable horror flicks that fill video shelves and late-night cable. It's not particularly frightening, but good atmosphere and short-lived twitch satisfaction is enough to sustain interest for a while.
70
It's good quality and fans of the genre will definitely gain some enjoyment. While not quite as classic or exciting as Resident Evil, it measures up well and is worth a look for horror nuts.
60
Taken in isolation, there's no denying Cold Fear's panache - RenderWare has rarely been used to such strong visual effect - and there is a fair helping of survival horror entertainment to be had here, it's just that you have to dig through several layers of frustration to get at it. [Apr 2005, p.96]
7
Ambientado en un barco ballenero a la deriva en medio de una tormenta, el título destaca desde el inicio por su ambientación opresiva y dinámica. El vaivén constante del barco, las olas golpeando la cubierta y la sensación de inestabilidad añaden un componente único que afecta tanto a la exploración como al combate, creando momentos de tensión **** términos jugables, bebe claramente de referentes del género survival horror de la época. La gestión de recursos, los ángulos de cámara y el ritmo pausado están bien implementados, aunque no aportan grandes innovaciones. El combate cumple, pero puede sentirse algo rígido, especialmente cuando la acción se intensifica.Donde el juego pierde fuerza es en su historia y personajes. La narrativa cumple su función, pero resulta bastante predecible, y el protagonista carece de un desarrollo destacable. Además, algunos aspectos técnicos, como animaciones o IA enemiga, muestran limitaciones propias de su **** así, Cold Fear logra algo importante: mantener la tensión y ofrecer una experiencia sólida para los amantes del terror clásico. Puede que no reinventara el género, pero su ambientación y atmósfera lo convierten en un título digno de recordar.
9
Awesome! A very playable game in 2026 especially if you grew up playing games of this era. The controls take a few minutes to get used to if you’ve been playing more modern games. But wow, amazing music, such great and immersive settings too! The weapons are all pretty good, they don’t sound great but at least feel good. The enemies are pretty tough especially on harder difficulty settings, they will test you. It’s not a super long game too so it’s easy to get into. It’s truly a unique game!
10
First of all, the graphics it was beauty and the design of locations and the sounds
Cold Fear
Xbox
Released On:
Mar 15, 2005
Metascore
Mixed or Average
71
User score
Generally Favorable
7.6
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
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15 Reviews
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90
The Xbox version offers the superior visual experience. Its advanced lighting system casts advanced real-time shadows (much like "Doom 3"), a high-tech feature the PS2 hardware simply can't match.
80
Although it rigidly adheres to the gameplay mechanics of its spiritual forebears, it does successfully weave an interesting story, in an unusual and graphically lush setting.
User score
Generally Favorable
7.6
53% Positive
19 Ratings
19 Ratings
39% Mixed
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14 Ratings
8% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
Oct 21, 2024
10
First of all, the graphics it was beauty and the design of locations and the sounds
Jan 7, 2021
10
This game is soooo goood!!! It reminds me of resident evil 4 which is funny because it didn’t come to the Xbox.
76
A solid B-movie videogame. It may not be an epic tale, but it packs in enough thrills and zombies to happily pass an afternoon or two.
70
A spooky story to play through, and it doesn't hold anything back in terms of gameplay.
68
Fails to establish any real mood or atmosphere, and just ends up being boring. [May 2005, p.110]
60
Taken in isolation, there's no denying Cold Fear's panache - RenderWare has rarely been used to such strong visual effect - and there is a fair helping of survival horror entertainment to be had here, it's just that you have to dig through several layers of frustration to get at it. [Apr 2005, p.96]
40
It's a stunner to look at and genuinely scared us on more than one occasion. I'm sure Darkworks would take some comfort in knowing that. But in the end it accounts for nothing, because this turkey is well and truly cold.
Nov 16, 2013
10
i remember seeing these classics in my game books back in 2001 and 2 around there. my dad showed me this in game informer. He used to play it, and one day i said ima play this. and since that day, cold fear will never be forgotton by me. i still play it til this day almost 10 years since release.
Apr 13, 2026
9
Awesome! A very playable game in 2026 especially if you grew up playing games of this era. The controls take a few minutes to get used to if you’ve been playing more modern games. But wow, amazing music, such great and immersive settings too! The weapons are all pretty good, they don’t sound great but at least feel good. The enemies are pretty tough especially on harder difficulty settings, they will test you. It’s not a super long game too so it’s easy to get into. It’s truly a unique game!
Feb 1, 2018
8
One of my favorite hidden gems ever. Love the music and the characters I enjoyed this and my son enjoyed it as well. Im glad they never did a sequel because its a cult classic in my eyes.
Apr 26, 2026
7
Ambientado en un barco ballenero a la deriva en medio de una tormenta, el título destaca desde el inicio por su ambientación opresiva y dinámica. El vaivén constante del barco, las olas golpeando la cubierta y la sensación de inestabilidad añaden un componente único que afecta tanto a la exploración como al combate, creando momentos de tensión **** términos jugables, bebe claramente de referentes del género survival horror de la época. La gestión de recursos, los ángulos de cámara y el ritmo pausado están bien implementados, aunque no aportan grandes innovaciones. El combate cumple, pero puede sentirse algo rígido, especialmente cuando la acción se intensifica.Donde el juego pierde fuerza es en su historia y personajes. La narrativa cumple su función, pero resulta bastante predecible, y el protagonista carece de un desarrollo destacable. Además, algunos aspectos técnicos, como animaciones o IA enemiga, muestran limitaciones propias de su **** así, Cold Fear logra algo importante: mantener la tensión y ofrecer una experiencia sólida para los amantes del terror clásico. Puede que no reinventara el género, pero su ambientación y atmósfera lo convierten en un título digno de recordar.
SummaryCold Fear is the first action-horror title under the Ubisoft brand. The game is set in a dynamic environment on a stormy sea, including intense combat, intelligent enemies, and a high element of the shockingly unexpected. Your life jacket won't be sufficient. Players step into the role of Tom Hansen, a U.S. Coast Guard who is sent to boa... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- PC
- Xbox
- PlayStation 2
Initial Release Date:Mar 15, 2005
Developer:
- Darkworks
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