The Shield: The Game PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Aspyr
  • Release Date: Jan 9, 2007
  • Also On: PC
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36 out of 100

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4.3 out of 10

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 6 Ratings

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  • Summary: Sammy Studios and Point Of View capture the look, feel, and authenticity of "The Shield" television series in a 3rd-person action game. Never-before-seen gameplay elements create the first true-to-life police action game, and moments taken directly from the series immerse players in the disturbing Farmington underworld now recognized by millions as Vic Mackey's universe. Players control Vic in a living, breathing Farmington, engaging in perilous assignments ranging from busting crack dens to thwarting bank robberies. Much like the series, Vic and the Strike Team delve into the grayest areas of the law, fighting a war on crime where the ends justify the means. In addition to the raw action that undergirds the gameplay, players employ tactics used by Vic on the show, including intimidating suspects, employing brute force, accepting and offering bribes and planting incriminating evidence. The game also lets players choose between the right and wrong side of the law, with Vic walking a thin line while trying to accomplish missions, maintain the respect of his men, keep his politically ambitious police captain happy, pad his retirement fund and, above all, avoid Internal Affairs. [Sammy Studios]… Collapse

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 22
  3. Negative: 19 out of 22
  1. GamesRadar
    60
    The Shield has some unique things going for it, but the spotty enemy (and friend) intelligence and monotony keep it from achieving anything close to greatness.
  2. Cheat Code Central
    44
    For a storyline that is both pointless and lame, considering it takes place almost three years ago according to the show's storyline, The Shield leaves a lot to wish for. Better gameplay, more responsive controls, no bugs or glitches or, even better, for games like this never to be made.
  3. Game Revolution
    42
    I was happy that The Shield made great use of its police officer premise, but the game really wore me down. It probably doesn’t deserve a critical thrashing, but the gameplay and story can’t compete on today’s shelves.
  4. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    40
    Fans of the show might want to give it a quick rental. [Aug 2007, p.93]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 1 out of 3
  1. MatthewS.
    9
    Very good possibly better than Grand theft auto. Shame that you cant be other members of the strike team as it would get 10
  2. Rob
    8
    The game is much better then I expected it to be. It may not be the greatest game in the world but it has its strong points. You will love the game if your a fan of the show. If you've never seen the show, you may be a fan after playing the game.… Expand
  3. spencerh.
    1
    I rented this game because my friend likes the show. It sucked the life out of me in a way that was almost humorous. I thought it was a difficult game until I realised that it was (and remains) a broken waste of time.… Expand