50
It's too bad that only about half of Rayman Arena is fun to play. [August 2002, p.65]
70
As a multiplayer game, though, the fun doesn't last as long as it should. [July 2002, p.76]
60
It's not the kind of party game that lasts well beyond the immediate draw. [June 2002, p.63]
8
It looks great, it's so satisfying, the unlocks are satisfying. Plenty of variety in the races and battles. I prefer to Rayman 2.
10
How does this game have a 63? Legit one of the best GameCube titles of all time. Easy 10/10 better then Bomberman Act Zero on the Xbox 360.
9
Known as Rayman M in Europe because arena is way too aggressive.
One of the funnest video games featuring a frog and robot pirates. The variety of modes and steady increase in difficulty as you play through the single player mode give this game oodles of replayability.
Rayman Arena
PlayStation 2
Released On:
Sep 24, 2002
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Mixed or Average
63
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Generally Favorable
7.8
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Most of the racing is exciting and a treat for the eyes, but there should have been more in the way of multiplay.
70
As a multiplayer game, though, the fun doesn't last as long as it should. [July 2002, p.76]
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Aug 18, 2025
10
How does this game have a 63? Legit one of the best GameCube titles of all time. Easy 10/10 better then Bomberman Act Zero on the Xbox 360.
Oct 18, 2014
10
One of the best, underrated PS2 Party games with a wide variety of levels ranging from fighting to racing, alongside a stunning and relevant soundtrack that strongly benefits the game. A must have for any Rayman fan and PS2 owner!
65
I just couldn't get into the bland fighting half of the game. [Nov 2002, p.128]
60
It's entertaining for a while, but unless you add alcohol and gambling, it won't dominate your life. [June 2002, p.38]
60
The low asking price and endearing charm of the Rayman universe prevent this decent attempt at a story-less “Rayman 2” spinoff from completely bombing out
57
Anyone looking for an exciting mascot racing game won't find too much to like here once the thrill of four-player multiplayer has worn off.
50
It's too bad that only about half of Rayman Arena is fun to play. [August 2002, p.65]
Jul 8, 2023
9
Known as Rayman M in Europe because arena is way too aggressive.
One of the funnest video games featuring a frog and robot pirates. The variety of modes and steady increase in difficulty as you play through the single player mode give this game oodles of replayability.
Oct 27, 2020
9
Honestly, I didn't think a multiplayer-oriented Rayman game would work... but Rayman Arena is fun. Its so, so, so much fun. It's genuinely one of my favorite games in the series, the level variety and replayability is masterclass.
Feb 13, 2026
8
It looks great, it's so satisfying, the unlocks are satisfying. Plenty of variety in the races and battles. I prefer to Rayman 2.
Aug 24, 2017
8
While I personally like the GameCube version a little more, this one is fun to play as well. The only reason I like the GC version better is because this one only goes up to 2 players instead of 4. This one feels more like an upgraded version of Rayman Rush, but that's ok.
Feb 4, 2021
7
i will admit this game is underrated but you get frezzed a lot and thats what makes the game Bull ****
SummaryRayman's world kicks into multiplayer overdrive in this total competition crash course with the cast of Rayman 2. Smoke the competition on mind-bending racecourses, or spark up a lum-flinging firefight in the battle arena. And with 8 characters, 24 maps and up to 4 combatants, now Rayman's got more ways to reign supreme than ever. [Ubi S... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
