Uploaded May 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Manhunt is one of Rockstar's most overlooked titles - it's Rockstar at its most primitive and dark.
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• DISCORD: discord.gg/2AfRXbM2hg
• Steam guide for running Manhunt on modern systems: steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2166039806
• Post-Ending Journalist Interview: youtube.com/watch?v=jbojsPEE3a4
During the launch of Manhunt and years after, it was more known for the controversy of its graphic violence compared to the gameplay. This is too bad, as Manhunt shows what Rockstar can be capable of when you strip away the open-world elements that they're known for.
It uses a simple but efficient stealth system that's a wonderful blending of using vision and sound to navigate and get the drop on your enemies. Its execution system is gruesome and brutal, with a risk-reward structure that uses simple incentives to push you to go for the more indulgent takedowns.
While Manhunt overplays its hand during the last stretch, its cover-based gun combat was a bit ahead of its time before cover shooters were everywhere.
Manhunt has one of the darkest, bleakest, most engrossing atmospheres that I've come across in a game. Its sparse story leaves a lot of blanks for the player to fill in themselves.
While this era of Rockstar using top-name talent for voice roles resulted in a bit of a mixed bag, Manhunt contains its best use of it. A role that's integral to fleshing out Manhunt, with one of the best vocal performances I've heard in a game.
If you've never checked out Manhunt before, it comes as a very high recommendation from me. Whether you're a fan of rockstar games, stealth games, or games swimming in atmosphere.
Additional Footage:
• Brian Cox: youtube.com/watch?v=HB7nxbeAyVI
• Jace Hall Show: youtube.com/watch?v=BKnpc9geN8M
• Manhunter
Timestamps:
00:00 - Prelude
01:57 - The Controversy of Manhunt
03:25 - Gameplay of Manhunt
06:40 - Stealth in Manhunt
09:52 - Atmosphere of Manhunt
11:19 - Gunplay in Manhunt
11:52 - The Highs and Lows of Manhunt (Spoilers)
20:50 - In Conclusion
#manhunt #manhuntreview #rockstargames #boulderpunch #rockstar #survivalhorror #ps2games #ps2horror
Manhunt is one of Rockstar's most overlooked titles - it's Rockstar at its most primitive and dark.
• PATREON: patreon.com/boulderpunch
• ONE-TIME DONATIONS: ko-fi.com/boulderpunch
• DISCORD: discord.gg/2AfRXbM2hg
• Steam guide for running Manhunt on modern systems: steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2166039806
• Post-Ending Journalist Interview: youtube.com/watch?v=jbojsPEE3a4
During the launch of Manhunt and years after, it was more known for the controversy of its graphic violence compared to the gameplay. This is too bad, as Manhunt shows what Rockstar can be capable of when you strip away the open-world elements that they're known for.
It uses a simple but efficient stealth system that's a wonderful blending of using vision and sound to navigate and get the drop on your enemies. Its execution system is gruesome and brutal, with a risk-reward structure that uses simple incentives to push you to go for the more indulgent takedowns.
While Manhunt overplays its hand during the last stretch, its cover-based gun combat was a bit ahead of its time before cover shooters were everywhere.
Manhunt has one of the darkest, bleakest, most engrossing atmospheres that I've come across in a game. Its sparse story leaves a lot of blanks for the player to fill in themselves.
While this era of Rockstar using top-name talent for voice roles resulted in a bit of a mixed bag, Manhunt contains its best use of it. A role that's integral to fleshing out Manhunt, with one of the best vocal performances I've heard in a game.
If you've never checked out Manhunt before, it comes as a very high recommendation from me. Whether you're a fan of rockstar games, stealth games, or games swimming in atmosphere.
Additional Footage:
• Brian Cox: youtube.com/watch?v=HB7nxbeAyVI
• Jace Hall Show: youtube.com/watch?v=BKnpc9geN8M
• Manhunter
Timestamps:
00:00 - Prelude
01:57 - The Controversy of Manhunt
03:25 - Gameplay of Manhunt
06:40 - Stealth in Manhunt
09:52 - Atmosphere of Manhunt
11:19 - Gunplay in Manhunt
11:52 - The Highs and Lows of Manhunt (Spoilers)
20:50 - In Conclusion
#manhunt #manhuntreview #rockstargames #boulderpunch #rockstar #survivalhorror #ps2games #ps2horror
