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[Downloadable Game] Directed by David Jaffe, Calling All Cars is a high-octane, fast action game of cops n' robbers. Take on the role of a bounty hunter careening around a stylish cartoon world on the hunt for criminals on the loose. Calling All Cars features four highly detailed 3D levels, multiple weapons and 10 vehicles to choose from. Gamers attempt to apprehend criminals and toss them back in the slammer before other bounty hunters can steal them and collect the reward money. Experience a combination of demolition derby gameplay, crazy weapon pickups, humor and a healthy throwback to classic arcade games. Dive in for crazy multiplayer action with friends both online and split screen (up to 4-player split screen running at 60fps). [SCEA]
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more... 100
Hardcore Gamer Magazine
Calling All Cars is to the PS3 what "Hexic HD" was to the Xbox 360. [July 2007, p.68]
85
IGN
Aside from the limited number of maps, we have absolutely no complaints about the game's multiplayer. It practically defines "action-packed" and will force even silent gamers to start talking trash and scream at their TV.
 84
GameZone
This is a game that may seem simple, but is one of those “tough to master” titles that packs in the fun, particularly in multiplayer sessions.
81
Play UK
It's cheap and incredibly cheerful, even if it does make you swear at your mates a lot. [Issue#155, p.82]
80
G4 TV
The game may be stylized, but it looks and plays spectacularly in high-definition.
80
Playstation Official Magazine UK
It's unbelievable fun with four people in the same room, and likely to become one of teh most popular network games. [July 2007, p.104]
80
Playstation 3 Advanced
It does sound limiting but when you get online, that is when the fun kicks in and you have a blast. With no lag and many games available to choose from, you won’t remember having a better time playing a party game.
80
TotalPlayStation
This is a game that, for all intents and purposes, is an online experience almost exclusively -- or at the very least a multiplayer one. Yes, there is a single-player component, but it's the warm up. The real fun here is in playing against other people.
80
Cheat Code Central
It is a game for all gamers both young and old. Anyone who appreciates the simple joy of a well-crafted arcade game will find this title a delight to play.
80
1UP
And even though CAC is enjoyable in single-player and online multiplayer, it really is one of those games that shine when it's you and your buddies sitting on the same couch and playing on the same TV...And yelling. And throwing elbows.
80
PSM Magazine
There isn't much variety once you've mastered all four levels, but CAC's multiplayer makes it worth buying. [July 2007, p.84]
78
PSM3 Magazine UK
Fast and frantic, and great fun with friends. The price irons out the flaws. Get it. [July 2007, p.82]
78
Games Master UK
Addictive and perfect for generating some bitter competition. [Aug 2007, p.85]
70
Boomtown
While it remains simplistic overall, Calling All Cars is undeniably a great little multiplayer game, easy to pick up and very fun to have a quick blast on.
70
Games Radar
The online four-player is badass, with support for USB headsets and a split-screen option to enable two players to go online using the same PS3. But Calling All Cars! really shines as a party game, and if you can get four friends in the same room all screaming and cursing each other out, then that's worth the price of the download right there.
70
GamePro
A diminutive price tag doesn't make the strange dearth of meaningful map and weapon selections any more palatable. Worth the cash for its frenetic pace if you've got friends lined up to play, but more disposable than memorable.
70
GameDaily
Fortunately, the game's slick cel-shaded presentation shines with delightful looking animations, particularly with the prisoners. They scamper about with a vaudeville-like appearance and pack lots of attitude -- even while being flung in the air.
67
GameSpot
Calling All Cars! is a frantic good time that's cut short by a serious lack of content.
60
Edge Magazine
There aren’t enough maps, there aren’t enough distinctions between the vehicles, and there’s just not enough meat on what feel like solid bones. [Sept 2007, p.96]
60
EuroGamer
It's difficult to overly criticise Calling All Cars! because it's cheap, looks and feels good (native 1080p at mostly 60fps does make a difference) and in multiplayer mode you definitely get a decent return from the impulse purchase price tag. It's just hard to avoid the sensation that some select gameplay tweaks, a couple of extra maps and a wider range of weapons could've made Calling All Cars! a minor classic as opposed to a promising but ultimately disposable game best sampled in small doses.
Alan D. gave it an8: Nick G. gave it a6: Brax gave it a9: Dionysus J. gave it a10: ibeetle gave it a7: |
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