70
It's almost as if the developers WANT you to input the 'free cash' code: at any point during the game, press Up, Down, Left, Right, B, Left, A, Up).
50
L.A. Rush isn't so much bad as uninspiring. Driving round the city is fun for a bit but after that nothing but the mediocre races, ill-conceived stunt sections and the meandering extra missions remain. [Nov 2005, p.110]
80
To be honest, the traffic at times was so heavy that I wondered who in their right mind would be holding a street race in the middle of it.
6
The biggest problem about this game is that there's just nothing special about it. The only reason I remember this game is because I liked to watch my car get damaged from crashes back in the day.
5
I'd say the game is pretty average in every way possible. There's nothing really to praise and some stuff to argue with, but in the end, just move along and don't bother. Take your time with Midnight Club. Pros: big map, different regions, original cars, licensed cars, story and motivation, some music tracks, choice of genres and custom soundtrack option (doesn't help much tho). Cons: ridiculous number of car traffic (logically, could work but it's a game - more traffic equal more pain. The town isn't well designed for races, boring tuning (only once and automatically with fancy pimp my ride theme on background), you always in need with money, police is annoying, every goddamn car feels the same + frustrating crashes.
L.A. Rush
Xbox
Released On:
Oct 11, 2005
Metascore
Mixed or Average
59
User score
Mixed or Average
6.2
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Metascore
Mixed or Average
11% Positive
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
78% Mixed
28 Reviews
28 Reviews
11% Negative
4 Reviews
4 Reviews
80
Where LA Rush beats the others to the winning post is in the way that it allows you to spend the money you earn - welcome to the video game equivalent of MTV's hit TV show "Pimp My Ride."
70
But if bling is your thing and you're in need of a dire hit of nitrous oxide, then LA Rush will deliver enough of a fix to tide you over until the next 'big' racing title hits Xbox. [Official UK Xbox Magazine]
63
The overriding feeling during my entire playtime was, "Oh no. I have to do another race." [Dec 2005, p.156]
60
It's still the lack of high-velocity thrills - and not necessarily the Axe body spray and iRiver billboards - that make for the biggest disappointment.
58
If you've played any previous Rush games, you'll be sorely disappointed. It's nothing like any Rush game -- in look, feel, design, physics, or anything else.
50
The dull plot and repetitive game play can get boring after you play it for a couple of hours. The only true replay value this game has is with multiplayer because it has no online support.
25
L.A. Rush tries to keep up with the street racing scene, but it's all show and no go. Repeating races over and over isn't exactly a draw and the lack of customization is unforgivable.
User score
Mixed or Average
38% Positive
5 Ratings
5 Ratings
38% Mixed
5 Ratings
5 Ratings
23% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
Jan 10, 2024
6
The biggest problem about this game is that there's just nothing special about it. The only reason I remember this game is because I liked to watch my car get damaged from crashes back in the day.
Apr 22, 2021
5
I'd say the game is pretty average in every way possible. There's nothing really to praise and some stuff to argue with, but in the end, just move along and don't bother. Take your time with Midnight Club. Pros: big map, different regions, original cars, licensed cars, story and motivation, some music tracks, choice of genres and custom soundtrack option (doesn't help much tho). Cons: ridiculous number of car traffic (logically, could work but it's a game - more traffic equal more pain. The town isn't well designed for races, boring tuning (only once and automatically with fancy pimp my ride theme on background), you always in need with money, police is annoying, every goddamn car feels the same + frustrating crashes.
SummaryAn innovative racing videogame based on the sport of competitive street racing and the fanatical, ruthless lifestyles of those involved. Based on entirely new technology that recreates a living, breathing go anywhere Los Angeles with highly destructible environments, players will be able to explore Los Angeles by day or by night from Com... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
