Contra: Shattered Soldier PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Oct 22, 2002
Metascore
78 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 33
  3. Negative: 1 out of 33
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  1. PSM Magazine
    90
    Fine shooting action served straight, no chaser. [Holiday 2002, p.30]
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  2. GMR Magazine
    90
    After numerous shoddy attempts to bring classic Contra gameplay to a next-gen system, Konami finally gets it right. [Feb 2003, p.92]
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  3. GamePro
    90
    Its combination of old-school shooter gameplay and high-end graphics makes it a blast to play.
  4. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    Just like the best Contra games before it, Shattered Soldier puts your gaming skills completely to the test, but can still be mastered. [Jan 2003, p.126]
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  5. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    87
    Old school in every possible way. [Jan 2003, p.173]
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User Score
6.5 out of 10

Mixed or average reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 16
  3. Negative: 7 out of 16
  1. DH
    1
    One of the worst games ever made. I appreciate the fact that they stuck to the original action-packed side scrolling genre, but none of the core values of Contra are here. You start with 3 weapons, and only have those 3 weapons throughout the entire game. There are no overhead powerups to shoot down, which was something a gamer could look forward to in the originals. There are three different difficulty levels, and the only thing they change are the number of continues you start with. There is no platforming except for maybe 5% of each level when you battle the "halfway" boss. All in all, this game in an utter disappointment compared to it's predecessors. This game makes me pity the Konami corporation.… Full Review »
  2. JimmiA.
    8
    Very good old fashioned shoot´n up. Hard pump action in old school way.
  3. BillS.
    8
    Contra has made a fine return to form. The current generation of pussy gamers need not apply. Unless you're around 18 or 19 and enjoyed the originals (or if you think you've got the skill to tackle a Contra game) then you won't be able to appreciate. Sad too, since it's a stellar old-school shooter.… Full Review »
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