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Jan 23, 2026
8
Bellissimo stealth d'annata, con ottimo gameplay e coinvolgente. Una IP che meriterebbe di essere nuovamente riproposta.
Oct 6, 2025
10
The best stealth game I have ever played. It offers the player to be fully immersed in their mission with various gadgets and moves to effectively complete the challenging objectives. Splinter Cell and Prince Of Persia were Ubisoft at their absolute best. 5/5 stars.
Aug 20, 2025
7
the Good: the Controllers are Confortable for a Stealth game, you can move and look at the same time, you use one button to aim and another to fire, some Levels have multiple paths, you Hang automaticly if you're close to an edge especially if you fall, you Don't get paused by conversations, there's no QTEs, it's Visibility mechanic Reduce the neccesity to memorise most enemy's paths, that wall jump was a BRILLIANT idea, the Rifle is very accurate when you use the Scope and allows you to take out enemies, lights and cameras From safe distance, enemies have to go to the alarm to trigger it.
the Bad: you can only save at Specific parts and some parts you're forced to memorise them just for not being able to save at any time, you always have to select the optic cable to look below door and select the lockpick to unlock doors, the pistol and rifle without Scope act like not having rifling and it's problematic on the first Levels or combat sections, some lighs cannot be destroyed even if they Don't look protected, Wall mines are VERY annoying to deactivate because after deactivate them on Red light it explodes forcing you to memorise the animation time and the lights of the Mine.
this game makes MGS2 to look like a previous Gen game for the Gameplay and controls
Aug 1, 2025
9
A spy stealth classic. This was the Xbox's answer to "Metal Gear Solid 2". With the Tom Clancy label, it plays like a real-life version of Solid Snake. At the time of release, "Splinter Cell" was perhaps the most graphically advanced console game. Featuring realistic lighting and shadow effects, the game was a showcase of the Xbox's graphical abilities. Visually, It still holds up. The action-stealth gameplay is equally good. And while there may be too much trial-and-error, this is still a great game. I would rate it with a 9.3 out of 10
Feb 7, 2024
7
A serious contender to Metal Gear's crown, Splinter Cell's more grown-up cinematic storyline, intuitive controls and realistic graphics made for a high quality stealth-based action game hampered only by a couple of ****; namely the inability to invert the camera and the absence of melee combat which is illogical and frustrating.
Jul 6, 2023
10
A instant classic. I really remember playing this game when I was kid and still loving it today. There are no games like this anymore sadly. 10/10
Jun 25, 2023
10
The game that started it all, still a masterpiece even today. Maybe not as good as Pandora Tomorrow or Chaos Theory tho.
May 1, 2022
9
An Xbox classic from 2002. Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell plays like a realistic version of Metal Gear Solid. At the time of release, it was the most graphically advanced video game on console. Featuring stunning lighting and shadow effects, "Splinter Cell" was the first true showcase of the Xbox's graphical power. Visually, It still holds up exceptionally well in 2019. The stealth gameplay is equally impressive. While it might be too slow for some, the game arguably surpasses MGS and Hitman in stealth tactics. As NSA field operative Sam Fisher, players can utilize numerous abilities, weapons and gadgets. While there may be too many trial-and-error segments, this is one of the best action titles from the early 2000's. I would rate it with a 9.3 out of 10
Jul 23, 2021
9
Splinter Cell was one of the great games from 20 years ago. I noticed that this game was on the backward compatible list for the Xbox One, and decided to give it a whirl. It was a great decision, as the game was brilliant back then, and is still fantastic today! I was amazed just how revolutionary it was for a 2002 game. Sam Fischer rocks! Pros- Sneak mode is awesome with lovely use of shadow/lighting Heaps of gadgets to attach to the weapons Incredible storyline- Chinese, Burma, Russian Republics- just like the real world today Michael Ironside voice acting Nice challenge to beat on first playthrough- easy on second attempt Combat is really good for a stealth game Good amount of check points to save frustration Cons- No widescreen support for modern gaming AI soldiers have repetitive patterns and voice acting Jump button can throw you in frustrating directions Game Content- 10 out of ten Fun Factor- 8 out of ten Overall score- 9
Nov 20, 2020
8
OVERALL - 82% Gameplay - 9/10 Graphics (for time) - 7/10 Story - 7/10 Game Length - 7/10 Characters - 8/10 Level/Area Design - 8/10 Atmosphere - 10/10 Sound Effects - 7/10 Soundtrack - 7/10 Replay Value - 7/10 I found the controls hard to get used to and couldn't help but compare it to the superior MGS series, but there was a clear developer vision that was laid out in this game and deserved to be successful.
Oct 19, 2020
9
When Tom Clancy´s fresh franchise Splinter Cell was released in 2003, i was totally hyped. With this game you get the full agent stealth action and a real competitor to the Metal Gear Solid series. Everything from graphics to gameplay were stunning. And this game can still hold up today. Get it for thrilling hours of high suspense! I played it on PC too, but the Xbox version is by far the best!
Jul 4, 2019
6
The games aged roughly I want to love it but the games so frustrating that i cant. Its still not bad just frustrating to play a lot of the time if this version had quick saves id probably be more forgiving and give it a 7
Apr 10, 2017
7
Découragé à l'époque par la difficulté, je l'avais mis de côté pour finalement le ressortir du placard 8 ans plus ****...! son gameplay est resté fidèle à lui-même : toujours aussi rigide, toujours aussi "hardcore". Ce n'est définitivement pas un jeu pour noobs ou autres wannabies... de l'infiltration pure et dure sans concession aucune. Finalement c'est parfois crispant, souvent trop scripté mais toujours passionnant. Les graphismes et jeux de lumière restent étonnants et la VF est au sommet avec la voix de Daniel (Schwarzy-Batou) Beretta. Les épisodes suivants (à partir du 3) ont mis de l'eau (bienvenue) dans leur vin mais cet épisode fondateur a malgré tout bien vieilli.