Reviewed by Derek Collins. "With its few shortcomings, 2002 FIFA World Cup is an excellent portrayal of a game that is loved around the world." Includes screen shots. Score: 83 out of 100. (May 16, 2002)
[8.8/10] Windows version reviewed by Gord Goble. "If the true flavor of a global event of this magnitude appeals to you and you've generally been pleased with prior iterations, you may well find the latest FIFA to be the greatest FIFA to date." (May 9, 2002)
PlayStation version reviewed by Giancarlo Varanini. "The game even lacks many of the extras found in other versions of 2002 FIFA World Cup." Score: 6.8 out of 10. (May 9, 2002)
[7.4/10] GameCube review by Giancarlo Varanini. "If you already own FIFA 2002, then there really isn't any reason to own 2002 FIFA World Cup..." (May 2, 2002)
[8/10] By Giancarlo Varanini. "...[N]o other Xbox soccer game comes close to matching World Cup's gameplay, sound, or even graphics..." (April 24, 2002)
[7.4/10] PlayStation 2 review by Giancarlo Varanini. "The real attraction of 2002 FIFA World Cup's sound are the stadium noises, such as the country-specific chants and the chatter between players--both of which do an excellent job of replicating what it's like to be at a soccer game." (April 24, 2002)
