Metascore
87 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. 100
    It has great competitive factions, a large line-up of diverse skaters, and some of the most mind-blowing, thumb-numbing, breathtaking tricks yet seen on a console snowboarding game.
  2. Wonderfully addictive. [Dec 2001, p.168]
  3. The audio is great and worth listen with a Dolby pro-logic receiver, and the graphics, while flawed are truly of next-generation quality.
  4. 90
    The sequel doesn’t stray far from the original, but SSX Tricky has far more personality and the ultimate tricks wired—rewarding gameplay and a high replay value.
  5. For future releases in this series, it’d be nice if there were more customization options and musical selections but those are minor gripes to what was, generally, a favorable experience.
  6. The gameplay is hectic, the new trick system adds substantial depth, and the overall production is top-notch...But if you have a choice, the PS2 version is recommended.
  7. Put simply, this is certainly worth giving a go if you’re looking for some high-speed thrills, death-defying leaps and gorgeous eye candy.
  8. One of those games that you switch on intending to have a quick blast, then find yourself staring square-eyed at in the early hours.
  9. I am truly amazed at how well the GameCube controller performs with SSX Tricky.
  10. It’s a great game, but it lacks the bells and whistles within the founding PS2 release. [Feb 2002, p.87]
  11. My first and only gripe about the game is the learning curve on the game's controls.
  12. 85
    Even if you've played the original, SSX Tricky is a fantastic game of fast paced action and tons of surprises.
  13. With all this brilliance, it would be easy to overlook the sound in the game, but this is one of the high points of the makeover.
  14. The Gamecube version of SSX Tricky manages to retain the most important quality of the PS2 version - the fun - despite having a few flaws. This is a very good game, and while it's not quite as polished as the PS2, it's still worth the money for Gamecube owners.
  15. 82
    When comparing Tricky side-by-side with the GC and PS2, the PS2 wins hands down. It if obvious that this is a port from the PS2 to the GC and not the other way around.
  16. It takes mind-blowing environments and mixes them with realistically moving and sounding characters that create one of the best pseudo-realities ever.
  17. A solid racer with highly addicting gameplay, a nice variety of modes, and enough hidden extras to keep even the most dedicated rider occupied all winter long.
  18. 79
    The control mechanics, still usable, have been sloppily adapted to GameCube's controller, which makes for a tricking environment that is not nearly intuitive as it is on Sony's console.
  19. Lifespan is the main issue here, as everything else is in place. It took me a week to finish Race and Showoff mode with one character. There is loads left, though, so the potential for a long lasting game is there, it just really depends on whether or not you want to go through it all again and again.
  20. The Gamecube controller butchers the game.
User Score

Universal acclaim- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. DaveB.
    10
    In some ways this game is still better than SSX3. They're both awesome, must-own games for any system!
  2. ShirleyM.
    9
    This game is very fun to play, has a great two player mode, and lots of unlockables. It has easy controls, which are not oversensitive, just right. But BEST of all is the opening video! That gets me so motivated and enthusiastic! If you own a GC you should purchase this game. :D Full Review »
  3. Uter
    10
    There aren't many gc games i consider to be 'must own'. but this is definately one of them. it puts most other snowboarding games to shame. Full Review »