80
Manic, frenzied and violent gaming at it’s gripping best.
60
When you strip away the high-tech hijinx, what's left will leave most players saying, "That's it?" all too quickly. [May 2002, p.30]
80
The sheer amount of people and the speed of the action really pumps home a great sensation of hysteria.
7
This beat 'em up/shoot 'em up is a violent spin on "Crazy Taxi". It only has four levels and two modes. Each level features over 200 people running around as a riot occurs. In "Chaos" mode, you must score enough points (by rioting and killing) to unlock the next level. In "Mission" mode, you're given various tasks to complete. There are five playable characters to choose from. Each has their own unique attacks. Overall, this is a fun mindless "party" game. I would rate it with a 7 out of 10.
6
This was a product of its time that was only good if you're in the mood to just destroy everything and everyone in this game. It's fun when you're in the right mood. Otherwise, it gets old fast as most arcade games do. It's decent for what it is but beware its extremely simplistic.
7
An arcade-style shoot 'em up that blends "Grand Theft Auto" with "Smash TV". The levels play like the "Rampage" missions from GTA, but on a much bigger scale. There are several maps and modes with their own objectives. Each playable character has their own special attack. The gameplay gets old quick, so this is a game best played in small doses. Overall, I would rate it with a 7.3 out of 10.
State of Emergency
PlayStation 2
Released On:
Feb 12, 2002
Metascore
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71
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6.8
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90
It's way too short, but the game does go over the top in both the action and the premise, and it is fun.
83
Chaotic, violent, and oh so naughty, State Of Emergency is a fun title marred by some truly annoying camera and control problems.
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Aug 8, 2013
8
my review for the PS2 game state of emergency SINGLE PLAYER (STORY)- 4/10. the story is strung together very poorly. in fact, there isn't much of a story at all. it is just about blowing things up. GRAPHICS- 9/10. great for the time, especially with the loads of NPC's and explosions. SOUND- 8/10. nothing special here. explosions and shooting. GAMEPLAY- 8/10. a mindless shooting fest that is a great stress reliever or a time killer. no control problems. FUN FACTOR- 8/10. very enjoyable yet simple game. OVERALL- 8/10.
Apr 20, 2025
7
This beat 'em up/shoot 'em up is a violent spin on "Crazy Taxi". It only has four levels and two modes. Each level features over 200 people running around as a riot occurs. In "Chaos" mode, you must score enough points (by rioting and killing) to unlock the next level. In "Mission" mode, you're given various tasks to complete. There are five playable characters to choose from. Each has their own unique attacks. Overall, this is a fun mindless "party" game. I would rate it with a 7 out of 10.
80
This new "bad boy" of the video game industry is extremely fun to play — for those old enough and mature enough to purchase it — as a campy stress releaser at the end of a bad day.
70
Despite its limited depth, State Of Emergency is a lengthy beat-em up that truly shines in short bursts.
60
Such virtual destruction may once have seemed innocent, but these days the whole thing hits a little close to home.
50
The overwhelming amount of on-screen activity reduces greatly the overall resolution of the game to a saucy mess at times and the many independent characters running around all seem to have the collective I.Q of a Pringle.
20
It’s like on your 16th birthday where you’re expecting a set of keys that will unlock a brand new car but instead you get an all-season bus pass. Except multiply that disappointment by about fifty times and you have what it feels like to play State of Emergency.
Aug 4, 2024
7
An arcade-style shoot 'em up that blends "Grand Theft Auto" with "Smash TV". The levels play like the "Rampage" missions from GTA, but on a much bigger scale. There are several maps and modes with their own objectives. Each playable character has their own special attack. The gameplay gets old quick, so this is a game best played in small doses. Overall, I would rate it with a 7.3 out of 10.
May 13, 2023
7
This is a guilty pleasure. It's a mindless, carnage-filled party game. You could call it Rockstar's version of "Smash TV". The levels play out like bigger versions of GTA's Rampage missions. It's a highly chaotic beat 'em up/shoot 'em up that can quickly wear out its welcome. The best way to play "State" is in small intervals due to its repetitive nature. It's great when you're in the need to just blow crap up. I would rate it with a 7.2 out of 10.
Oct 25, 2024
6
This was a product of its time that was only good if you're in the mood to just destroy everything and everyone in this game. It's fun when you're in the right mood. Otherwise, it gets old fast as most arcade games do. It's decent for what it is but beware its extremely simplistic.
Aug 22, 2023
6
When i first played this game, i never saw anything like it before. The pure chaos, the decent graphics, all the options, and the sheer political incorrectness of the core concept. Nowadays, it has been completely forgotten, and i cant say it hurts me tbh. Its a product of its time.
Jun 22, 2022
4
and amazing how insane rockstar is in the middle of this mediocre game with horrible controls, only good thing in the game and the well-crafted GORE
SummaryEnlist in the freedom movement to topple the tyrannical corporation. Freedom Agents duties include the following: Eliminate corporate officers, execute assassinations before targets flee to safety, steal sensitive items and documents from the corporation and return them to freedom agents at the safehouse, rescue captured allies from corp... Read More
Rated Mfor Mature
Platforms:
- PlayStation 2
- Xbox
- PC
Initial Release Date:Feb 12, 2002
Developer:
- VIS Entertainment
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