Def Jam Vendetta GameCube
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81 out of 100

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8.4 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

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  • Summary: It's been three years since D-Mob chased you out of the New York fight circuit and you swore you'd never go back. Now your pal Manny is in trouble, and he needs you to bail him out. Your only chance to get the money is to settle a score with the Def Jam crew, including DMX, Ludacris, Joe Budden, and Method Man. While listening to the tracks and beats from Def Jam artists, you can fight or play as over 40 combatants, each with special moves, combos, and taunts.… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 22
  3. Negative: 0 out of 22
  1. Electric Playground
    90
    I don't listen to rap music and I know very little about it, but I am enthralled by this game's easy control; wild over-the-top moves; and enjoyable story mode.
  2. GamingTrend
    86
    This game is beautiful to control, I just wish I could have a more broad story mode so I can play as the rappers or the other wrestlers instead of just 4 made up ones.
  3. GameSpot
    84
    As a wrestling game, Def Jam Vendetta manages to succeed on most every level, providing surprisingly deep gameplay, quality graphics and sound, and a distinctive atmosphere.
  4. Nintendo Power
    74
    The inventive momentum-building feature helps keep matches exciting and victory within reach. [June 2003, p.137]
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  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
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  1. Koala
    10
    Best Game Ever!
  2. Frostydablackman
    10
    The sh*t...this game is.
  3. [Anonymous]
    10
    This game is hot.
  4. imthenoob
    8
    I loved this game, It was the best wrestling game I have played hands down. Gameplay is simply yet fun. Campaign tells a good story. Plenty of areas and wrestlers to play with. It's awesome.… Expand

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