70
It's thorny, to be sure, and the caveat remains: handle these roses with care. [Apr 2006, p.59]
70
If you're looking for some quick and easy fun, it's here. However, if you're looking for some depth in the wrestling engine, you'll need to wait for a next generation "Smackdown."
66
Rumble Roses XX introduces a few positives into the original game's formula, but too much of the content feels recycled, and the game's sense of sexuality is still rather unseemly.
10
Very underrated masterpiece that was sorely needed in the industry. The addition of tag matches and street fights showed that the devs have hearts to make this franchise a real enjoyable game. Please Konami remake this now!
10
[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
3
Le jeu japoniais… non, j’exagère là : ce n’est pas niais, c’est un vrai jeu de pervers pour otaculs ! très bien réalisé et avec de belles animations (!…) même si les menus et leur présentation perfectible sont d’une rare laideur. C’est quand même une espèce de « vrai » jeu par rapport aux DOA Extreme Beach Volley de Tecmo, les combats de catch étant bien plus « techniques » que de simples parties de volley ou autres mini-jeux plus ou moins idiots. Cela étant, on est loin du jeu de baston traditionnel qui procure au moins un amusement immédiat. La prise en main… est lourde, les commandes inutilement compliquées (traduction pour les fans : c’est technique lolilol) et le jeu est lent, très lent. Et pour se rincer l’oeil avec le mode photo puisque c’est là le but premier, il faut enchaîner les combats comme un stakhanoviste ou un salary man japonais. Bref, c’est rigolo un temps mais forcément très répétitif et disons-le, carrément… parfois vulgaire… il manque peut-être un dernier x à ce jeu pour qu’il atteigne euh… des sommets ! mais en l’état, c’est trop lourdingue en fait.
Rumble Roses XX
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Mar 28, 2006
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Mixed or Average
62
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6.5
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Only now, with the power of the Xbox 360 and some truly “bonerific” graphics do we finally get to explore all the splendor of scantily clad, well-endowed women, both in and out of the wrestling ring.
73
Despite the addition of tag matches, Battle Royales, and Street Fights, there simply isn’t enough depth to keep this hopeful at the top of the ranks. The playability is high, especially amongst human combatants, but the single-player offering wears thin.
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Aug 14, 2025
10
Very underrated masterpiece that was sorely needed in the industry. The addition of tag matches and street fights showed that the devs have hearts to make this franchise a real enjoyable game. Please Konami remake this now!
70
If you're looking for some quick and easy fun, it's here. However, if you're looking for some depth in the wrestling engine, you'll need to wait for a next generation "Smackdown."
64
Rumble Roses XX could have been a contender against DOA4 and still set itself apart from the fray. Instead, the game comes off as juvenile with plenty of moves that would only seem to be appropriate in movies you’d find in a dark hallway in the back corner of the video store.
60
Rumble Roses XX is like blow pop candy without the good stuff inside.
50
There are worse wrestling games out there. At least Rumble Roses is solid, if you can put up with its general silliness. [June 2006, p.114]
20
The whole thing is an embarrassing reminder that there are still plenty of people making, publishing, and buying games who have a lot of growing up to do. [July 2006, p.93]
Jul 9, 2020
10
PS2 first rumble roses was better because of the story, but this one is on the list of the games I love so much. I really wanted a new one
Dec 13, 2012
7
It's sexy ladies "wrestling" in skimpy outfits and it does nothing to hide that fact. It knows who its target audience is and lays it on thick. As a wrestling game it is average at best, but the interesting and well designed characters and some unique wrestling ideas are really what give this game its shine. As long as you don't take it too seriously and enjoy the view, it can be a fun game.
May 15, 2023
3
Le jeu japoniais… non, j’exagère là : ce n’est pas niais, c’est un vrai jeu de pervers pour otaculs ! très bien réalisé et avec de belles animations (!…) même si les menus et leur présentation perfectible sont d’une rare laideur. C’est quand même une espèce de « vrai » jeu par rapport aux DOA Extreme Beach Volley de Tecmo, les combats de catch étant bien plus « techniques » que de simples parties de volley ou autres mini-jeux plus ou moins idiots. Cela étant, on est loin du jeu de baston traditionnel qui procure au moins un amusement immédiat. La prise en main… est lourde, les commandes inutilement compliquées (traduction pour les fans : c’est technique lolilol) et le jeu est lent, très lent. Et pour se rincer l’oeil avec le mode photo puisque c’est là le but premier, il faut enchaîner les combats comme un stakhanoviste ou un salary man japonais. Bref, c’est rigolo un temps mais forcément très répétitif et disons-le, carrément… parfois vulgaire… il manque peut-être un dernier x à ce jeu pour qu’il atteigne euh… des sommets ! mais en l’état, c’est trop lourdingue en fait.
Apr 8, 2014
3
Rumble Roses on the PS2 is a game that if given a chance could satisfy both those after a decent wrestling game and those who just want a game to get reactions out of there friends. Whilst being bizarre and overly sexual the game still had some depth and solid mechanics that made it perfect. Dropping the well established developer for this 360 sequel really put the death sentence on this game. It looks better has a few added modes to have a laugh about with your friends, but gone is the core gameplay that made Rumble Roses more than your cheap wrestling knock off. Not only has the legitimate move set been stripped down, but the controls are horrible. Even if you could forgive that the actual wrestling moves are gone, you would have no chance to fully comprehend how to actual play the game. It's a case of instead of adding nice visuals and few more features, for what ever reason any playability from the original was stripped down (no pun intended) to leave a game that couldn't possibly appeal to anyone looking for a playable wrestling or even fighting game.
Jan 5, 2020
2
Played it years ago and rebought it on my Xbox One. Admittedly, it has aged well, but with sloppy controls, borderline endless grinding, and clipping issues, it’s not a game I would recommend unless you love scantily clad women (and who doesn’t?). The gameplay is decent, but I would wanna see a lot more effort if Konami plans to revive this series.
SummaryThe vixens of wrestling are back. Sure Rumble Roses XX delivers the visual "enhancements" that you would expect for a next generation game, but this is more than just another pretty face. Get in the ring and unload submission holds, reversals, and an increased number of other new moves to take down your opponent. Go online and team up wi... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
