Rez

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 30 Ratings

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  • Summary: Rez is fast-action shooter that takes you deep into the world's computer network. The "Project K" Network has recently been upgraded to handle the rapid expansion of the information age and the core, known as "Eden," holds the most advanced artificial intelligence the world has ever seen.Rez is fast-action shooter that takes you deep into the world's computer network. The "Project K" Network has recently been upgraded to handle the rapid expansion of the information age and the core, known as "Eden," holds the most advanced artificial intelligence the world has ever seen. Unfortunately, Eden cannot handle the ability to create her own thoughts and buckles under the pressure in an existential breakdown. She is lost deep inside the system, and you're the only one that can bring her back online, saving the world from utter chaos. [Sega]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. G4 TV
    100
    One of the freshest titles in recent memory in both concept and execution.
  2. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    90
    The Dual Shock 2 is kicking out vibes that will make you drop it if you don’t hold on tight. [Feb 2002, p.113]
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  3. GamingTrend
    89
    I've discovered it’s pretty much impossible to sit still and play this game at the same time.
  4. Hot Games
    80
    Rez is mindless, simple fun - with the emphasis on fun. If you don't blow out your eyes on this one, you're sure to blow out your thumbs.
  5. Cinescape
    75
    The music falls into the techno category, but it’s very bland until you start destroying enemies.
  6. GamePen
    70
    Something that really bothered me was the fact that the player’s field of view is limited to about 150 degrees throughout the duration of the levels while the boss battles were in 360 degrees. That means that not only could you not move, you aren’t able to look behind you and shoot objects that have happened to pass by you.
  7. Cloudchaser
    40
    Depth is definitely one of Rez's shortcomings, and sadly, it shows.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 16
  3. Negative: 2 out of 16
  1. Tubie
    Oct 3, 2010
    10
    I can't believe the low reviews this game got. It is so amazing and fresh, I guess most people where not able to appreciate this game the sameI can't believe the low reviews this game got. It is so amazing and fresh, I guess most people where not able to appreciate this game the same way that I did. It's a rare gem that is worth looking for.… Expand
  2. IvelinB.
    Sep 4, 2007
    10
    Absolutely fabulous experience hardly matched by any other. A feast for your senses!!
  4. EdwinK.
    Nov 21, 2003
    10
    One of the most original and most immersive games it has been my pleasure to play. Cudos!! When added with a trans vibrator this game truly One of the most original and most immersive games it has been my pleasure to play. Cudos!! When added with a trans vibrator this game truly comes alive. … Expand
  5. JumpCut_Online
    Apr 9, 2019
    10
    Unlike many games from the same period, Rez has aged beautifully – mostly likely because it has an incredibly unique blend of minimalistUnlike many games from the same period, Rez has aged beautifully – mostly likely because it has an incredibly unique blend of minimalist retro-futurism and straightforward gameplay which wasn’t constrained or influenced by the trends of its time. What surprises most about Rez is that the soundtrack, perhaps because it’s so deeply entwined in the experience, hasn’t aged a day. If you were to stumble across Rez for the first time today, you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s an entirely new game.… Expand
  6. carlosgtardon
    Jun 10, 2014
    8
    Una experiencia visual y sonora como pocas veces se había visto en el mundo de los videojuegos. Sin duda uno de los grandes exponentes a laUna experiencia visual y sonora como pocas veces se había visto en el mundo de los videojuegos. Sin duda uno de los grandes exponentes a la hora de defender que los videojuegos pueden ser una forma de arte.… Expand
  7. LandonA.
    Apr 18, 2006
    7
    Very hyped game, after all gameplay is borrowed from Panzer Dragoon. So what we've got here? not a bad game either, it combines an ok Very hyped game, after all gameplay is borrowed from Panzer Dragoon. So what we've got here? not a bad game either, it combines an ok gameplay with an interesting way wich combines game with music. And that's very creative, you do music by killing enemies. A shame you don't get rewarded for that, you can only enjoy the posibilitie. Don't believe the hype, you'll see a good game with trance music you can like or dislike, but to appreciate the way yo do music while playing. It's also easy and short, very minor flaws by the way. Get this fair note as i reviewed tons of games everywhere.… Expand
  8. JoeyM.
    Jul 24, 2007
    0
    This is by far the worst game I have ever played. I can't believe some of the reviews I'm reading. I was hoping for a Saturday This is by far the worst game I have ever played. I can't believe some of the reviews I'm reading. I was hoping for a Saturday night of fun with this game, but I only got bad graphics and bad controls. Thank Padme that I rented this game first.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#59 Best PS2 Game of 2002
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#50 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2002