80
A technically devastating graphics engine, the funniest script in computer games history, and a soupcon of strategy, together with imaginative and variety packed action.
100
It sucks you into its weird world and doesn't let you go.
83
It is innovative, it is humorous, it is intense, and most of all, it's a heck of a lot of fun.
8
great humor, fun story, stunning graphics - only held back by the janky collision system
1
Giants is a hybrid FPS/TPS with lightweight floaty combat, similar to C&C Renegade. There is no inventory/ammo management or map exploration, the basic game loop: you go to the map marker, kill/fetch the target, watch cutscene, restock on items and repeat. Enemies are stupid and there are no difficulty levels. Again, the combat has no weight to it and in general the game feels very cheaply made. As you can see from the other reviews, the only thing the game has going for it is the humour. The characters have funny accents, say bad words, and even make pp jokes! Highly recommend /s
9
Mesmo nos dias atuais, Giants Citizen Kabuto continua sendo um dos jogos mais únicos e fantásticos que já joguei na minha vida. Uma trama cheia de humor, bem contada e com 3 personagens completamente diferentes um do outro, em 3 campanhas diferentes que formam uma só. Além disso, conta com uma gameplay muito viciante e divertida, acompanhada de uma trilha sonora épica, composta por Jeremy Soule (O mesmo da franquia The Elder Scrolls). Embora muitos cenários possam parecer repetitivos, o design de cada ilha é muito diferente e as missões são bem diversificadas. PRA MIM, ele é melhor do que muitos jogos AAA de hoje em dia (Embora ele seja um AAA também, mas o orçamento dos jogos dos anos 2000 eram bem mais baixos que os de hoje em dia). Se você tiver interesse, ele se encontra disponível na Steam. Joguem e dêem uma chance, não irão se arrepender. Even in nowdays, still being one of funny and unique games i've played in my life. His story contain much humor, well taled and with 3 completely different characters one from them, with 3 campaigns that form just one. Besides, the gameplay is very funny, containg an epic soundtrack composed by Jeremy Sole (The same from The Elder Scrolls franchise). Even some scenarios may seems repetitives, the design and missions are very diversified. For me, Giants is much better than many AAA nowday games (Giants is AAA also, but in 2000 the budget was much smaller back then than it is today.). Giants is avaliable on steam, if you can play this game, JUST DO IT!!
Giants: Citizen Kabuto
Released On:
Dec 6, 2000
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Generally Favorable
85
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8.3
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100
It offers more of everything you'd expect and then some -- gorgeous graphics, incredible animations, visceral sound effects, terrific cut scenes, wild weapons, unique characters (wise-cracking Brits, a diaphanously dressed magical sea nymph, and a towering giant), and deadly enemies with effective AI.
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I've played some dandies in the last few months, and the competition out there is stiff, but Giants sends them all running for cover. Get it now. The highest score I've given out here at PC Gameworld.
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Nov 19, 2019
10
One of the best action adventures games I ever played in my entire life :) Humor is so ridiculous that makes you laugh constantly. Story also very enjoyable with few plot twists :)
Feb 14, 2018
10
One of the best older games I've ever played. The humor the 3 VERY different player types all interacting together in both single player and the never ending great multiplayer. I am SUPER SUPER PISSED this game never got BIG like other games. This game deserves to be reborn and get popular for a change because anyone who played it loved it!!! PERIOD!!!
90
A shooter/strategy hybrid full of weird British humor, unique and beautiful 3D graphics, and naked lady sea monsters. [Feb 2003, p.94]
85
Vibrant, sharp, and pretty are just a few adjectives that may sum up my final thoughts on the game's sound and appearance… And it all goes perfectly well with the offbeat nature of the game -- the edgy attitude, and the genuinely funny Pythonesque dialogue.
80
This is a game to be played for hours on end. And if you can find me a hack that allows me to save the game whenever I wish, I will recommend you for a Knighthood!
78
If it wasn't so buggy, allowed for mid-mission saves, and had better multiplayer support, it would rate much higher. As it stands, though, it will be a labor of love for some, a frustrating burden for others.
60
Of drive-in movie reviewer Joe Bob Brigg's infamous three B's, Giants' developers in a politic move took out two (Blood and Breasts). The third, Beasts, is still enough to carry the game, though the addition of a fourth B—Bugs—is certainly regrettable.
Aug 6, 2014
10
One of those incredibly unique and original titles that were never truly appreciated, despite offering fantastic visuals and worlds especially for it's time, beautiful soundtrack by 2 of the best composers, , fun gameplay offering 3 completely different factions and amazing both single-player and multiplayer experience. 10/10
Mar 20, 2014
10
I cant believe it, its 2014 and i still play Giants On-line With my old school Friends! Giants has a very unique GamePlay and some fancy and enjoyable graphics regarding of its release date, The History isn't the best out there, but the Feeling This Game Offers is neat and very original i have to admit (compared with other games up to this date) and the Multiplayer Combination of Base Building and Team-Working to Defeat other totally Different Races is just GENIUS. Its a shame the developers team ran out of funds to release the game as they wanted to, I could pay to see a Giants 2 for sure.
Nov 30, 2013
10
Giants: Citizen Kabuto is one of my top 10 games of all time, a three part story complete of all parties associated with the planet and its inhabitants, with funny quarky moments, a good sound track and a lot of British slang and voice acting, this is one of the few games that really lifts my spirits after playing too many redundant games in the late era. Especially the base building mechanics in the game, paired with the way you destroy the enemies base. Kind a wish there was a Giants 2 *sobs.
Jan 1, 2021
7
One of the funniest games ever created. Mechanically they threw in everything except the kitchen sink. So if you want a focused polished experience this ain't it, but if you want imagination and diversity it's great. A bit buggy and hard to get into because of the dated tech to really recommend.
Sep 17, 2023
1
Giants is a hybrid FPS/TPS with lightweight floaty combat, similar to C&C Renegade. There is no inventory/ammo management or map exploration, the basic game loop: you go to the map marker, kill/fetch the target, watch cutscene, restock on items and repeat. Enemies are stupid and there are no difficulty levels. Again, the combat has no weight to it and in general the game feels very cheaply made. As you can see from the other reviews, the only thing the game has going for it is the humour. The characters have funny accents, say bad words, and even make pp jokes! Highly recommend /s
SummaryA frenzied action game in which players battle each other with one of three distinct races: The Meccs, the Sea Reapers, or the giant named Kabuto. These three species are highly incompatible with one another, and are all battling for supremacy over the islands on which they inhabit. [Interplay]
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- PC
- PlayStation 2
- Xbox
Initial Release Date:Dec 6, 2000
Developer:
- Planet Moon Studios
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