The Red Star PlayStation 2
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Metascore
72 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 32 Critics What's this?

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8.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

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  • Summary: Over the course of several generations, the once mighty empire known as The United Republics of The Red Star (U.R.R.S.) slaughtered millions of its own people by the order of a single man. This man was their leader, Imbohl; a mighty sorcerer whose insanity turned his people's Utopian dreams into a nightmarish scheme driven by the desire to forge his own immortality. Haunted by the ghosts of their nation's tragic past, the Heroes of the Red Star, at the battle of Kar Dathra's Gate, discover the true nature of their people's struggle, abandon their duties as soldiers of the Red Fleet, and embark upon a quest to liberate their people from Imbohl's dark legacy. [Acclaim]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 32
  3. Negative: 1 out of 32
  1. Hardcore Gamer Magazine
    100
    The Red Star is an amazing game; it's fast, fun, and loaded with variety. [July 2007, p.52]
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  2. Gaming Target
    85
    It doesn’t feel quite as polished as Konami’s PS2 Contra titles, but the bosses are large and feature a similar robotic look that many of the Contra bosses are known for.
  3. GamingExcellence
    74
    The big problem with this game is the loading times. Because of them, most people will pay no attention to the storyline as they will be preoccupied with just hammering the X button in order to get through the next loading screen.
  4. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    30
    The warfare is as dull as the characters. [June 2007, p.101]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. CharlesN.
    10
    My time with this game encapsulates some of the best times of my life.
  2. BushM
    10
    I love this game. I just stumbled across it used for $13 yesterday. Its really fun. I remember I was so pumped for this game like 4 years ago before it got canceled. I was so confused when I found it. I didn't that it even came out. why didn't I see any reviews or any news at all for this game?… Expand
  3. BrianK.
    10
    Finally came out! Plays great! Love the old-school vibe.
  4. Damien
    8
    Definitely ahead of its time when it was scheduled to initially release...though not graphically, but gameplay wise. A great action adventure meets platform shooter. Very reminiscent of old-school arcade games like Contra or Aliens. Definitely worth a playthrough even if you aren't familiar with the franchise.… Expand

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