Perfect Dark Zero

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  • Summary: Brought to life in high definition, Perfect Dark: Zero challenges players to guide Joanna Dark on her journey to become the perfect agent. Years before the original "Perfect Dark," players assume the role of Perfect Agent Joanna Dark in a gripping story, with the action in this sci-fiBrought to life in high definition, Perfect Dark: Zero challenges players to guide Joanna Dark on her journey to become the perfect agent. Years before the original "Perfect Dark," players assume the role of Perfect Agent Joanna Dark in a gripping story, with the action in this sci-fi thriller centered on espionage, conspiracy, and a mysterious global conflict. The game delivers unprecedented online action and flexibility, supporting upwards of 50 players online. Perfect Dark: Zero includes fully scalable environments, and complete online support with tournaments, rankings, and more. Players can choose between a story-driven single-player campaign and various multiplayer options, including four-player splitscreen and cooperative action, for infinite replayability. Combat enabled vehicles including jetpacks, hovercrafts, and motorcycles are also available. [Microsoft]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 75
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 75
  3. Negative: 0 out of 75
  1. GameShark
    100
    Visually and from an audio point of view, the game is spectacular. Nice textures throughout. Great wrap- around sound.
  2. GameZone
    90
    The game is really fluid and runs at a high frame rate. What I liked about this game is that the weapons that you carry will affect your speed, just like it would in real life.
  3. Next Level Gaming
    89
    It's not the controls or the FPS feel that started to get me into the game. It's the variation of the missions and your specific goals that make PDZ so interesting and addicting.
  4. Extreme Gamer
    80
    I think most people are let down by the Xbox 360 follow up, although Perfect Dark Zero isn't garbage even if the plot is trash. The innovative weapons, sharp and accessible gameplay and almost perfect multiplayer aspect lands PDZ into the good category.
  5. GamerFeed
    80
    For as solid as Perfect Dark Zero is, it's not going to wow you with anything innovative. But hey, when you're fragging away at fellow gamers from all around the world, you're not going to care.
  6. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    78
    I'm not sure what upsets me more: the horrendous mess that is Perfect Dark Zero's single-player game or all the glowing reviews out there (including Che's). Are these crazies playing the same game as me?
  7. Computer Games Magazine
    50
    The only thing separating it from, say, another dystopian gadget-heavy sci-fi shooter like "Project: Snowblind" is the marketing budget. [Feb 2006, p.85]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 82
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 82
  3. Negative: 20 out of 82
  1. DeanA.
    Mar 10, 2006
    10
    Dont listen to anything but excellent reports about this game! Its Great! XBox Live is better than playing story mode though!
  2. Jack
    Dec 29, 2005
    9
    Perfect Dark Zero for the Xbox 360 is a very solid sequel and champions the new Xbox's graphical capabilities. Story mode is decent, but Perfect Dark Zero for the Xbox 360 is a very solid sequel and champions the new Xbox's graphical capabilities. Story mode is decent, but multiplayer is where the game shines, especially when you have a few friends. Multiplayer options include up to 16 bots at four difficulty levels, six expansive levels, and a sweet array of weaponry. If you have a Xbox 360, make sure to buy this game.… Expand
  4. AnonymousMC
    May 30, 2008
    9
    This game has a peculiar campaign. While the graphics shine and the levels are creatively designed, the story is the most lackluster piece ofThis game has a peculiar campaign. While the graphics shine and the levels are creatively designed, the story is the most lackluster piece of crap i've ever crossed, but you scratch this. The gameplay rocks, the scifi elements add shine, and the multiplayer rocks, and is one of the best games on the 360.… Expand
  5. Mr.Review
    Aug 28, 2006
    7
    Considering that this is a launch title, it is quite an impresive game. Though it offers nothing new from the run and gun fps titles to Considering that this is a launch title, it is quite an impresive game. Though it offers nothing new from the run and gun fps titles to breach recent more current gen consoles, it has that graphical flair and approach people will be attached to; based simply upon the fact its a new system, new games, and we are all for it. As a stand alone title, Perfect dark Zero really does not dissappoint. i was afraid people would be taken aback by the mediocre reviews, and their impressionable minds would follow what the more justified opinions say. PDZ is very respectable, as a shooter and as a launch game. The action is fierce, and though the AI lacks, it is by no means awful. Naturally, the graphics are stunning. yes, the game could exist on original xbox with ease, and people look at PDZ as a rushed title with no reason to exist. Undoubtedly it was rushed, but it succeeds in tight controls melding with the perfect controller; stunning visuals; and such. The single player story is short and incoherent plot-wise, but I expect the majority will purchase this based on the online experience which can be obtained. I will be quite honest, I have never played PDZ online, but I can only assume it is mildly better than the actual death match mode. Split-screen is fun as hell, and the game is sol solid. Though it fails to excel in any one portion, it does everything decent. A rounded game, and at launch; it should be the most we expect.… Expand
  6. R
    Jul 23, 2006
    6
    When Rare were churning out a large proportion of the N64's only real adult games (Conker's Bad Fur Day, Goldeneye, Perfect Dark), When Rare were churning out a large proportion of the N64's only real adult games (Conker's Bad Fur Day, Goldeneye, Perfect Dark), as well as other wider-audience ones, they were revolutionary. Since moving away from Nintendo, they have failed to up with the pace of modern gaming and games like this are now so average they really aren't worth looking into - what a shame. There are better games out there for this console, seen as just about every other game for the Xbox 360 is a first person shoot-em-up, it a difficult market to compete in.… Expand
  7. AramisG.
    Nov 23, 2005
    5
    After paying $399 for an Xbox 360 and $60 for PDZ, I expected a certain level of realism. Instead I got shot while hiding behind heavy After paying $399 for an Xbox 360 and $60 for PDZ, I expected a certain level of realism. Instead I got shot while hiding behind heavy foliage and recovered health like bullets were made out of water. While the graphics are pretty, it is next to impossible to ascertain where gun fire is coming from or how in the hell distant enemies using hand guns could possibly hit you. Basically when you enter each room you know an enemy is there because he has already shot you five times (not to worry your bare flesh seems resistant to heavy fire) and they say the same 3 annoying phrases over and over again. If you… Expand
  8. BulletTimeTails
    Jun 25, 2020
    0
    I hate this game and i wouldn´t wish this game even to my worst enemy,clunky contols, laughable voice acting, forgetabble story, charactersI hate this game and i wouldn´t wish this game even to my worst enemy,clunky contols, laughable voice acting, forgetabble story, characters from the original game are butchered and worst of all, killed the franchise. Don´t even bother with this game, Perfect Dark Zero is nothing but a franchise killer made for a quick buck.… Expand

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#8 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2005
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#2 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2005
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#2 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2005