Golden Axe: Beast Rider (XBox360)

35%
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Golden Axe: Beast Rider (XBox360) (2008)
genre: action, role-play

score: 35%

reviews
'With the exclusion of co-op -- what people really want to play -- and the constant hint that a sequel's already on the way, Beast Rider feels like a difficult, drawn-out, $60 tutorial. Why bother?'
Read more » 1up.com
'Even writing about Golden Axe: Beast Rider is depressing me, the sooner I get this game out of my head the better, and all I can say to those nostalgic fans out there who want a taste of the new Golden Axe is, keep those good memories of yesteryears game in your head and avoid this game at all costs.'
Read more » WonderwallWeb
'The combat can be fun, but ultimately it’s rather boring and uninspired, the beasts are sluggish and unresponsive, and the defence is just plain annoying.'
Read more » Thunderbolt
'It's a hack-and-slash, so there isn't any compelling depth lurking under the surface. The extra modes – Challenge and Trials of Tyris – are just extended hack and slash sessions. Where's the two-player support?'
Read more » Cheat Code Central
'Not even the inclusion of co-op would have made this one any the better, no matter how angry you might be that it was excluded.'
Read more » Destructoid
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'SEGA might as well have released this as The Adventures of Fiery Boob Lady, and left their mothballed franchise with at least modicum of dignity.'
Read more » Eurogamer
'This is a game worth avoiding like the plague, even if the classic remains deep and warm within your heart.'
Read more » IGN
'Fans hoping for a worthwhile update to one of gaming's most revered hack-and-slash franchises will be sorely disappointed by this poorly designed and utterly mediocre title.'
Read more » GamePro
'Although Golden Axe: Beast Rider honors its roots and does a nice job of storytelling, it fails to deliver on the all-important technical side of things.'
Read more » Team XBOX
'The graphics and sound are great, and the numerous challenges and arena modes offer some diversity. If you're up for a quick hack-and-slash game, rent it. If you want a game with depth, however, this Axe needs sharpening.'
Read more » Gamedaily
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