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Bionic Commando Rearmed pc Game Reviews
Bionic Commando Rearmed
Critic Score
Metascore: 86 Metascore out of 100
User Score  
7.9 out of 10
based on 15 reviews
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Bionic Commando Rearmed sees a return of the intense 2D side-scrolling, shooting, and grappling action from the much-loved 1988 Bionic Commando on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Bionic Commando Rearmed brings the amazing gameplay up to date with new visuals, new weapons, online rankings, a reworked musical score, and the addition of a two-player co-op mode. Local multiplayer mode for up to four players. Total modern visual revamp, including dynamic shadows, particle effects, and environmental damage. Reworking of musical score. Cross-game interoperability - complete specific parts of Bionic Commando Rearmed to unlock new content and hints for the Bionic Commando sequel. In-game art designed by one of Capcom's most talented artists, Toshiaki Mori. [Capcom]

PUBLISHER: Capcom
DEVELOPER: GRIN
GENRE(S): Action, Platform
PLAYERS: 4
ESRB RATING: M (Mature)
RELEASE DATE: August 14, 2008

What The Critics Said

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100
1UP
The soundtrack to Bionic Commando: Rearmed is a fantastic piece of work, a deft contemporary reworking of classic 8-bit NES tunes. In fact, it's so good that Capcom put it up for sale on the iTunes Store months ago to build hype for the game.
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100
Giant Bomb
Bionic Commando: Rearmed is terrific in almost every way, revitalizing a classic but long-dormant game in an exciting way that stands on its own, but also serves as a potent reminder that there's a new retail sequel on the horizon that'll bring all this crazy swinging to 3D environments.
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93
IGN
From top to bottom, Bionic Commando Rearmed is an incredible game that's well worth owning.
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90
VideoGamer
If you're short on patience or have a nervous disorder, then you should approach Rearmed with caution. If, however, you love the genre and harbor fond memories of the original, then this game will seem like a gift from the Eighties God of Shooty Bang-Bang.
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90
Wired
Gorgeous re-imagining of the original, lots of gaming for your buck.
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90
Gamers.at
Gentlemen, get yourselves Bionic Commando Rearmed. It is well worth every damned electronic cent you spend on it. Shinkiro was (Metal Slug, Dead Rising, King of Fighters) the driving force in BCRs art-design, which makes it all the more a killer retro-portation. [Issue#15]
88
3DJuegos
Bionic Commando Rearmed on PC is an extraordinary opportunity to reunite action and arcade lovers with one of most emblematic titles of the past. With good taste and scrupulous respect for the original game, Grin releases its best game thanks to stunning graphics and spotless game play values.
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85
Game Positive
Bionic Commando Rearmed is a first-rate downloadable title, and if you don't mind 2D platforming gameplay with a bit of old school challenge, this is one to check out.
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82
PC Gamer UK
BCR is at once beautifully reminiscent of its era, and polished enough to be palatable to a modern audience. The core grappling and swinging mechanic is satisfying, the weapons a joy to wield and the levels are imaginatively designed.
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82
PC Format
A must-have for anyone who has fond memories of the golden age of games, whether you played the original or not. [Oct 2008, p.108]
80
PALGN
A deeply respectful remake of an arcade classic that is as enjoyable and relevant today as it was 20 years ago.
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80
PC Zone UK
For eight quid though, Bionic Commando Rearmed is a masterful remake, even if it's one you'll never muster the patience to finish. [Nov 2008, p.75]
80
Computer Games Online RO
For its current price, Bionic Commando: Rearmed is close to a free lunch.
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70
PC Gamer
Still, Bionic Commando is packed with enough challenges and modes to woo even the most suicidal Spencer back into battle. [Dec 2008, p.58]
70
LEVEL (Czech Republic)
Remake as it should be – every personal observer will be pleased, every skeptic will be convinced that the original game built its legendary status deservedly. Rearmed excels in presentation with humor and fantastic co-op mode on the other side you have to face very user un-friendly controls and excessive difficulty. [Sept 2008]

What Our Users Said

Vote Now! The average user rating for this game is 7.9 (out of 10) based on 21 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

slimboyfat06 gave it a6:
Not as good as I expected. Am I missing something?

Rafael D. gave it a10:
Great remake , a dream for anyone who enjoy classics , and probably the first NES classic on HD !

Jonas T. gave it a9:
The multiplayer for this game is amazing fun, though it's disappointing that there is no online/network play. The singleplayer is a blast and the cheesy storyline works incredibly well. It takes a while to get used to the controls and the lack of a jump but, surprisingly, they actually work to its advantage. I look forward to the inevitable sequel, especially as there was talk it would include online play.

John L. gave it a10:
100% pure enjoyment. Had my misgivings but the the ratings were huge.. so I tried it and I get it. Games don't have to be epic when they are so perfectly realised.

Mike S. gave it a9:
For $15, I expect to have some misgivings, and even some acceptance of fatal flaws. BCR has little of either, it delivered what I wanted and kept what gave the old game it's flair. The music is pretty awesome too. And for a price that competes against it's oldschool predecessor, most 8 Bit Nintendo games were around $20s.

QcChopper gave it a9:
I played and liked the classic NES game so I had to try this game. It's a good game, true to the original with some nice touches. The multiplayer aspect of the game is what does it for me. It's really a blast to play with friends.

Onur B. gave it a0:
I can't believe anyone is giving this thing (I can't call it a game) more than 0. Well maybe it was good in the 60s or 70s , but the controls suck, no story, no fun at all, has very bad graphics and has frame skipping in my computer which can play the newest games. Definitely a zero. I'd rather go play prince of persia, at least it could run on a 386dx. Stay away from this game.

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