80
Does such emphasis on multiplayer make it a bad game? Not necessarily. But solo gamers who've been spoiled with previous games may not appreciate the new gameplay style. Thus Viewtiful Joe's epic saga continues, with justice and style for all.
70
Through the crush of it all, Viewtiful Joe's pedigree for fusing entertainment and quality is clearly visible throughout the chaos, even if it doesn't necessarily shine. [Dec 2005, p.100]
60
The goals, while repetitive, offer more than a typical four-way smasher, but damn, it's hard to keep things straight. For gamers who like things categorically insane, you're looking at a go-to, button-mashy party game.
4
It was so boring to play. Gameplay was tedious, graphics were nothing special, and concept ****. I hate the "shooting a movie" concept, its corny as hell.
5
Picture Viewtiful Joe characters mashed into a Mario Party style game and you have... this game. I was rather disappointed by that, putting that aside, I just couldn't get into the game without putting it down a few minutes later.
Viewtiful Joe: Red Hot Rumble
GameCube
Released On:
Nov 8, 2005
Metascore
Mixed or Average
62
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6.8
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90
While the addition of a second player character would have been cool had the co-op mode made the cut, without it Sylvia's presence seems a bit pointless. Nevertheless, a strong outing for the only guy I know that can make pink and red lycra sexy.
70
The problem, however, is that there's simply too much going on. It's usually a mystery who's winning in any given level, or even where you are. The seemingly arbitrary point system means you can win all the levels, yet still ultimately lose.
65
The four-player game is impossible to enjoy, and in this genre, that may be the most important aspect of all.
60
Only those with 20-20 vision, muscular thumbs, weeks of free time, and patience in overlooking overloaded graphical offerings need apply.
60
The gameplay itself is nothing more than a fancied up button mashing tournament with a sense of claustrophobia so apparent, you'll be looking to open a window after the first ten minutes, just for some fresh air. Maybe this game should have been entitled, Viewtiful Joe: Cabin Fever Combat.
50
The entire game can be played almost as well with frantic button presses as it can with careful use of the available moves and powerups.
40
Lacks the fun and diversity of the Viewtiful games before it. Dare I say it's a Henshin-a-no-no, baby.
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Dec 6, 2014
5
Picture Viewtiful Joe characters mashed into a Mario Party style game and you have... this game. I was rather disappointed by that, putting that aside, I just couldn't get into the game without putting it down a few minutes later.
Jan 23, 2019
4
It was so boring to play. Gameplay was tedious, graphics were nothing special, and concept ****. I hate the "shooting a movie" concept, its corny as hell.
SummaryProduction on the newest Captain Blue movie is just about to begin. Unfortunately he can't seem to decide on the lead character. Now it's up to gamers to be the star of the show and 'audition' to see who will take the leading role in this big action extravaganza. An all-star cast of new and familiar playable characters will be available ... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
