The Punisher (2005) Xbox
Metascore
69 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 47 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 47
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 47
  3. Negative: 1 out of 47
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    90
    Indeed one of the most hideously violent games released, thus it makes other contenders such as "San Andreas" and "Mortal Kombat Deception" look decidely tame in comparison. But how else can you capture the essence of a character hellbent on stopping crime any way he can without featuring the over the top carnage he's known for in comics and movies? The short answer is that you cannot; go big or go home.
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  2. Gamezilla!
    91
    My favorite part is definitely how the game doesn't really point you in one way or the other, whether to be somewhat good or despicably bad, a feature that something like Manhunt should've included.
  3. Da Gameboyz
    90
    Endless fun, through brain dead shoot 'em up action, violent tortures, enjoyable puns and just plain old ridding the earth of "scum" such as drug dealers or Mafia bosses (A skill rarely achieved by many) with a dash of plain and simple brutality. Bravo!
  4. Maxim Online
    100
    It's not all brutality. The Punisher is also one of the most immersive strategy games ever created. Aim for the head and enjoy.

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User Score
8.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. JHango
    10
    This is one of the best games I ever played. Good graphics, good story and very good game play. The tortures and killings are the best! when I'm angry I play this game and feel better.… Full Review »
  2. BobJ.
    10
    I love this game it is awesome the kills are sweet.
  3. BlueFalcon
    6
    This game isn't nearly as impressive as I expected. While the semi-gratuitous punishment is cool, it could have been more fun. The graphics are poor overall. If you compare this to max payne, the punisher looks from a previous generation of console. Overall I can't imagine anyone not preferring max payne 1 or 2, if they're looking for a gritty, violent, shooter.… Full Review »
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