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62 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
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  1. GameSpot
    71
    A decent sim that does things mostly right. It provides a solid framework for an online space sim, but it needs additional content to build and sustain its appeal.
  2. PC Gamer
    68
    Early missions can be a bit of a grind, and you can't buy anything fancy right away, even if you have the cash. [March 2005, p.66]
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  3. IGN
    65
    To the casual gamer though who just wants to be among a bunch of other players in the same game, almost every other MMO is recommended over this one.
  4. PC Gameworld
    65
    Space fans should use the free trial, and science fiction fans might want to read the story, but paying for the game probably isn't worth it in the long run.
  5. Gamers' Temple
    60
    If you really, really must play a MMORPG space sim, then you should give VO a trial run as it does deliver the very basics. Otherwise, it is hard to recommend that you spend your MMORPG time and money on this one.
  6. Game Chronicles
    60
    The game succeeds too well in creating the emptiness of space-I want to feel the emptiness of space, not feel like the game is lacking way too much content.
  7. Worth Playing
    60
    If you're looking for a lot of polish here, you're not going to find it. If you like space sims, and "Star Wars Galaxies" isn't doing it for you, it's worth at least downloading the free client and checking it out.
  8. G4 TV
    60
    The Vendetta Online community, though small, is fantastically helpful and supportive. The VO forums are not filled with whiners. The game is not filled with jerks.
  9. GamerFeed
    60
    Vendetta Online is not really worth the time or the money. It's boring a lot of the time, and most players will probably lose interest long before anything exciting happens.
  10. Computer Gaming World
    30
    A lot like "Freelancer," only boring and with a monthly fee. [May 2005, p.94]
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9.1 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Phaserlight
    10
    Vendetta Online remains a true diamond in terms of gameplay, survivability, and fun. There is no other gaming experience that has come close to reproducing the effect that Vendetta Online's multiplayer space twitch combat deftly inspires. The company Guild Software also deserves applause for their dedication and vision in bringing this experience to users in the face of overwhelming odds, and for their honesty and innovation in maintaining and developing their remarkable end product. I was fortunate enough to meet the lead developer, John Bergman, and this furthered my confidence that Vendetta Online will continue to grow and come into its own as the years continue. As a subscribed user since the Alpha stages of June 2003, I highly recommend this product to anyone with an interest in coruscating and intuitive combat in a rich and believable world, or to anyone with an interest in games in general.… Full Review »
  2. [Anonymous]
    10
    The only thing more amazing than the great focus on intense gameplay exhibited by this MMO, is the fact that small-time company Guild Software managed to develop it, and is still pumping out new features and content every month in the shadow of huge MMOs with bigger publishers and enormous corporate backing.… Full Review »
  3. Gargantula
    10
    If you are looking for a great twitch (real time)based space game rpg so far, this is it! There are only 4 developers who made and are improving this game! The game is progressing nicely and they have listened to our suggestions on the forums and continue to do so. This game will constantly evolve into the best real-time space game in the MMORPG genre if it keeps going the way it is. Jumpgate is the competitor to this game and that game doesn't offer much. EVE Online is not a twitch-based game so it doesn't compare, although the graphics are nice. The critics should re-review this game when Version 2 comes out later in 2007.… Full Review »
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