Star Wars: Bounty Hunter

Star Wars: Bounty Hunter

August 1, 2024

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A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...there was a Star Wars character by the name of Boba Fett. He hardly spoke a word and quickly became a Sarlacc creature&s;s lunch, but his small contribution to the Star Wars universe has become legendary. George Lucas rightly saw fit …

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Alexander Wilson Qualbert.com Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

78.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

74.0

"Bounty Hunter is still an incredible bit of Star Wars media, officially part of the canon story it tells a compelling ,if light, story that cements Jango as a badass. Though it can be a bit clunky and old fashioned …"

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Andrew Camac WayTooManyGames Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Aspyr’s remaster is the best way to play Star Wars: Bounty Hunter, an average but charming game, if just for the simple fact they fixed the horrid camera system. Outside of the great combat, the gameplay is nothing special, but …"

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Austin Suther TechRaptor Aug 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

28.0

Gameplay

34.0

Story

68.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter isn&s;t a good game, nor is it necessarily bad, but its age shows as you play through its campaign. Not only that, but the port quality and terrible camera controls leave a lot to be desired."

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Brad Lang Screen Rant Aug 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

55.0

"As much as one can applaud Aspyr for rejuvenating a classic game like Star Wars: Bounty Hunter, one has to question the point if so little has been done to bring it up to today&s;s standards. The visual tweaks are …"

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Carlos de Arruda ProjectN Aug 2024
69.0 /100

Graphics

58.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

64.0

"It’s a game that has aged poorly and unfortunately didn’t receive proper treatment from Aspyr. Issues that could have been fixed were left untouched. Still, it holds up thanks to its Star Wars seal of approval, further enriching George Lucas’ …"

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Casey Roberts Games Freezer Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

70.0

"A blaster from the past"

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Dan Boise Completexbox Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

30.0

"Aspyr did a good job bringing Star Wars Bounty Hunter to a new generation of gamers, but unfortunately, they couldn’t address the core mechanics of the game such as the navigational aspect of it, the clunky lock-on system. If, like …"

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David Carcasole Wccftech Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"Aspyr Media&s;s port of Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is missing a lot of the atmosphere I loved about the original game. The sharpness in the visuals now remove too much, and shine a spotlight on the game&s;s worst angles. At …"

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David Rodriguez Hobby Consolas Aug 2024
72.0 /100

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is not an essential remaster, but it is a work that manages to improve enough an action-packed classic adventure. The new controls and small improvements deliver, although on a visual level and in playable corrections a …"

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Denis Burčík SomGeek Aug 2024
65.0 /100

"The Star Wars: Bounty Hunter remaster doesn&s;t bring much new to the table compared to the original. The changes are minimal, the optimization at least on PC is poor and there are various bugs. However, if you&s;re a fan of …"

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Donato Marchisiello Console-Tribe Aug 2024
68.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

75.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter remains a beloved title for its faithful fans, and Aspyr&s;s efforts to remaster it have not gone unnoticed. Despite some outdated game mechanics and technical roughness, the studio&s;s technical renovation offers a pleasant and nostalgic experience …"

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Dustin Spencer Capsule Computers Aug 2024
40.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

15.0

Story

10.0

"While remasters are a common thing, this version of Star Wars: Bounty Hunter misses the mark with clunky controls and frequent crashes. Wait for a patch or dive into the original for a more authentic experience."

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Erick Figueiredo NintendoBoy Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"Another Apsyr relaunch, STAR WARS: Bounty Hunters introduces a new generation of franchise fans to a unique piece of its history. Despite no longer being considered canon in the series&s; general lore, the narrative presented in the game is still …"

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Fingal Belmont Niche Gamer Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

28.0

Gameplay

42.0

Story

35.0

"STAR WARS™: Bounty Hunter™ was never a great game and while this new port does address many of its issues, it still isn’t the best it could be. Despite its flaws, this is still a very enjoyable action game and …"

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Isabella Alves PSX Brasil Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

65.0

"Bounty Hunter rescues the spirit of Star Wars by putting us in the shoes of one of the most famous bounty hunters in the saga. Despite having problems from the original 2002 release, the game is still fun, with moments …"

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Issy van der Velde TheGamer Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

78.0

"Overall, Star Wars: Bounty Hunter missed an opportunity to add much-needed polish, but if you want to revisit a childhood classic, you’ll be happy with this faithful remaster."

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Jakejames Lugo XDA Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

64.0

"Star Wars Bounty Hunter Remastered features a notable visual upgrade and refined controls compared to its original release. Fans of Star Wars Legends stories will find the plot, set before some of the prequel films, quite engaging. However, a few …"

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James Wood Press Start Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

50.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter was always a cult favourite but Aspyr&s;s native port of the classic adventure comes adorned with modernised controls and polished visuals making it a must-play for fans of the original and a fun bit of history …"

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Jay Claassen NoobFeed Aug 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

30.0

"STAR WARS: Bounty Hunter is a good attempt at a remaster but it doesn’t quite make the cut, and this is simply due to its age. A better option would have been to explore the remake route instead to spark …"

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Jeff M Young Analog Stick Gaming Aug 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

48.0

Story

52.0

"The controls, camera, and audio, are painfully executed here and create moments of frustration that could have been addressed, especially the audio. Honestly, I probably heard the Wilhelm scream at least a hundred times each level. The presentation of the …"

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Jemma Casson Pure Nintendo Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is a classic title that, while imperfect, offers a fun, action-packed outing. The story is the game&s;s selling point, recounting the untold tale of Jango Fett&s;s entanglement with the galaxy&s;s darker side. A true remaster that …"

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Jim Norman Nintendo Life Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

40.0

Story

75.0

"Over two decades after its original release, Star Wars: Bounty Hunter still brings a decent amount of fun from the galaxy far, far away. The updated control scheme and visuals undoubtedly make this the best way to experience Jango Fett&s;s …"

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John Rairdin NintendoWorldReport Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

58.0

"It still isn&s;t perfect, but it is largely an improvement on the original release, which I cannot always say for their ports and remasters. The Switch version specifically gets nearly all the new graphical features while maintaining 60 frames-per-second. While …"

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Jon Scarr Cloud Dosage Aug 2024
58.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is a nostalgic trip for fans of the franchise, and brings back the essence of Jango Fett’s adventure from the early 2000s. While the remaster offers a fresh coat of paint with improved textures and lighting, …"

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Jordan Biordi CGMagazine Aug 2024
80.0 /100

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is a solid throwback to the glory days of 2000s action games."

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Josh Wise VideoGamer Aug 2024
50.0 /100

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is not, nor was it, a good video game, but this loving remaster makes you think of what may still come."

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Aug 2024
70.0 /100

"While it has some of that early Star Wars game style, the action doesn’t hold up quite as well as its peers"

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Ken McKown ZTGD Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

55.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

45.0

"The biggest issue with Bounty Hunter is that it is a game of its time. The level design and navigation are frustrating, levels are too long, and the lack of save anywhere can get tedious at times. I did enjoy …"

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Kevin Dunsmore Hardcore Gamer Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"The updates to gameplay make Bounty Hunter feel modern, fluid and accessible, though the legacy controls are still there for purists. It would have been nice to see a remaster or remake that fixed additional quirks and greatly improved the …"

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Leonardo Faria WayTooManyGames Aug 2024
75.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"The fact I didn’t find any game-breaking glitch or performance issue was already a relief (even if that’s the bare minimum to be expected), but, for the most part, this is the same Star Wars: Bounty Hunter you grew up …"

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Lorenzo Bologna Uagna Aug 2024
65.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

65.0

"It is said that he who is born round does not die square. This is the perfect summary of the remaster of Star Wars: Bounty Hunter. In spite of the good work done by Aspyr, the conceptual shortcomings of the …"

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Luca Buelli Indie Games Devel Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

50.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

60.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter Remastered fails to honor the legacy of Jango Fett. While the reliance on nostalgia may have yielded considerable profits, it has come at the cost of genuine care and affection for the saga. Though this critique …"

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Matthew Pollesel Gaming Age Aug 2024
65.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

35.0

Story

45.0

"I’m sure that if you loved Star Wars: Bounty Hunter back when it first came out 20+ years ago, you’ll probably still have a soft spot for it. And it’s certainly far from a bad game – as shooters go, …"

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Matúš Štrba SECTOR.sk Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

45.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

55.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is basically the same as it was 22 years ago. It&s;s a game with an interesting story and content that manages to entertain, but it becomes stereotypical over time. The result is a quality port of …"

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Nicholas Mercurio The Games Machine Aug 2024
78.0 /100

Graphics

72.0

Gameplay

76.0

Story

78.0

"Star Wars: Bounty Hunter is a good and well-made remastered, It does not make who knows what changes to its game design, although we would have preferred more attention to the aspect of the TPS dynamics, however good and well …"

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Patrick Lamers Gameliner Aug 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

35.0

"When we take everything into account, Aspyr has somewhat managed to redeem themselves after releasing Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection, but they have also dropped the ball with Star Wars: Bounty Hunter. And not just a little. A poorly functioning …"

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Tom Quirk Checkpoint Gaming Aug 2024
55.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

65.0

"While updated graphics and a new control scheme are all well and good, Aspyr should have done more to bring Star Wars: Bounty Hunter into the present day. The lives system should have stayed in the early 2000s where it …"

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