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Mace Griffin: Bounty Hunter

Jan 07, 2004 23 years ago
Type Base game 2003 Genres Shooter Companies Warthog Games · Developer · Vivendi Universal Games · Publisher · Black Label Games · Publisher · MumboJumbo · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

Mace Griffin: Bounty Hunter is a first person shooter video game developed by Warthog Games and released for the PlayStation 2, Xbox and Microsoft Windows. A GameCube version was in development, but was eventually cancelled.

What it’s like

Mace Griffin: Bounty Hunter offers a chaotic, B-movie style first-person shooter experience set in a sci-fi universe. You play as a framed ex-ranger turned bounty hunter, navigating a narrative driven by revenge and conspiracy rather than deep literary craft. The core appeal lies in its high-octane gameplay loop, which blends standard FPS mechanics with the unique thrill of piloting various vehicles, from ground cars to spaceships, adding a dynamic layer to the combat encounters. The tone is irreverent and action-heavy, prioritizing spectacle over substance. While the story provides enough motivation to keep you moving forward, it remains a secondary element to the visceral satisfaction of blasting enemies and causing explosions. The game feels like a wild ride through a generic but energetic sci-fi setting, where the variety of weapons and vehicles keeps the momentum going despite a lack of narrative sophistication.

Strong in CombatGameplay / Mechanics

Keep in mind The narrative is thin and dialogue often falls flat, making it unsuitable for players seeking deep storytelling or character development. Additionally, the game suffers from dated polish and technical inconsistencies that may detract from the otherwise fun vehicular combat.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, eurogamer.net, en.wikipedia.org, gamerevolution.com, mobygames.com.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
PlayStation 2 Worldwide Full release Jun 20, 200323 years ago
Xbox Worldwide Full release Jun 20, 200323 years ago
Nintendo GameCube Worldwide Full release Aug 13, 200323 years ago
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Jan 07, 200423 years ago

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