Summary
- Release Year: 2004
- Genres: Racing
- Platforms: PlayStation 2, Xbox
- Developers: Ratbag Games
- Publishers: Ubisoft Entertainment
The Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee is a mission-based racing game released on the PlayStation 2 and Xbox consoles in 2004. The game is based on the popular Dukes of Hazzard television show, and is the fourth game based on the show, and the only one to be made on a sixth generation console. Two Dukes games were released for the PlayStation and one was created for the Atari 2600 but was never officially released.
The game follows the Duke boys, Bo and Luke, as they race through Hazzard County completing missions and evading the corrupt county commissioner, Boss Hogg, and his dimwitted sheriff, Rosco P. Coltrane. Players can choose to play as either Bo or Luke, and must complete a variety of missions, including races, stunts, and demolition derbies.
The game features a large open world environment that players can explore, and includes many of the iconic locations from the television show, such as the Duke farm, the Boar’s Nest, and Cooter’s Garage. Players can also collect a variety of power-ups and upgrades for their car, the General Lee, which can be used to improve its performance and abilities.
Gameplay
The Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee is a mission-based racing game. Players must complete a variety of missions in order to progress through the game, including races, stunts, and demolition derbies. Missions are typically timed, and players must complete them within a certain amount of time in order to earn a gold medal.
Players can choose to play as either Bo or Luke, and each character has their own unique abilities. Bo is a skilled driver, while Luke is a better fighter. Players can also upgrade their car, the General Lee, with a variety of power-ups and upgrades, which can be used to improve its performance and abilities.
Setting
The game is set in Hazzard County, a fictional county in Georgia. Hazzard County is a rural area, and is home to a variety of colorful characters, including the Duke boys, Boss Hogg, and Rosco P. Coltrane. The game features a large open world environment that players can explore, and includes many of the iconic locations from the television show, such as the Duke farm, the Boar’s Nest, and Cooter’s Garage.
Characters
- Bo Duke: The older of the Duke boys, Bo is a skilled driver and a charming rogue. He is always ready for a good time, and is always willing to help those in need.
- Luke Duke: The younger of the Duke boys, Luke is a skilled fighter and a loyal friend. He is always there for his brother, and is always ready to stand up for what is right.
- Daisy Duke: Bo and Luke’s cousin, Daisy is a beautiful and intelligent woman. She is a skilled mechanic, and is always there to help the Duke boys out of a jam.
- Uncle Jesse Duke: Bo and Luke’s uncle, Jesse is a wise and caring man. He is a former moonshiner, and is always willing to give the Duke boys advice.
- Boss Hogg: The corrupt county commissioner, Boss Hogg is always trying to find ways to make a buck. He is a greedy and ruthless man, and is always looking for ways to exploit the people of Hazzard County.
- Rosco P. Coltrane: The dimwitted sheriff of Hazzard County, Rosco is always trying to catch the Duke boys. He is a loyal friend to Boss Hogg, and is always willing to do his bidding.
Reception
The Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee received mixed reviews upon release. Some critics praised the game’s fun and challenging gameplay, while others criticized its repetitive missions and lack of innovation. However, the game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
The Dukes of Hazzard: Return of the General Lee is a fun and challenging mission-based racing game that is sure to appeal to fans of the television show. The game features a large open world environment to explore, a variety of challenging missions to complete, and a cast of colorful characters. While the game is not particularly innovative, it is still a solid and enjoyable experience.
Review Score
7.5/10
