The Spiderwick Chronicles PlayStation 2
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  • Summary: The Spiderwick Chronicles is a video game based on the theatrical release by Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Films. The game recreates the fantastical world of the Spiderwick film and best-selling book series. The Spiderwick Chronicles video game recreates the world of Jared, Simon and Mallory Grace, putting gamers in their shoes as they discover a hidden world of fantastical creatures - sprites, ogres, goblins, brownies and more. [Sierra Entertainment]… Collapse

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. VideoGamer
    80
    Movie licensed titles are often less than satisfactory, but The Spiderwick Chronicles manages to pair decent gameplay with impressive production values.
  2. IGN
    70
    There is a big area to delve into, the music is great, and there is a lot of gameplay variety. There's something new to find around every corner, and that's something I can't say about enough games. The Chronicles could get younger players hooked on adventure gaming.
  3. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    70
    An enjoyable and enchanting adventure with a few flaws but fountains of fun, especially (but not exclusively) for kids. [Mar 2008, p.70]
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  4. Game Revolution
    42
    I was surprised at how simple and fun the fairy collection was, but the combat mechanics are a dull affair. Traipsing around in the walls isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, and the game’s reliance on the field guide is a lazy design trick.

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  1. ricmetal
    9
    In comparison to the 2008 movie, the game is a good surprise. The CGI world created is big enough to fit the story portrayed by the movie, and much more appealing, with lush vegetation and natural environments that immerse you right into the game. There's a very good amount of fun, extra missions to complete besides the main story missions, which is also very well sized. The characters are also fun to play with. Overall, The Spiderwick Chronicles is a surprisingly well balanced, and fun game for it's genre.… Expand