Owen Ogletree
I like this film a lot. It does have some nostalgic value, but I still feel that the film itself is one of the better Scooby-Doo movies, and possibly THE most re-watchable.Yes, the concept is kind of far-fetched and pretty wacky, but at the same time, I thought it was really cool. Scooby and the gang visit a friend from High School and see his cyber-space video game project. However, the "virus" gets loose and the gang get sent into the cyber world. They have to go through all the levels to make it out alive.Being a fan of video games myself, it was really fun to watch the gang go through many levels of peril and danger.The best part was the final 20 minutes, where the gang meet other versions of themselves in the cyber world. It was a treat to see them interact with their cyber-selves and to see them fight a bunch of old villains at the carnival.I'm not saying the film is perfect. The mystery was very predictable (they basically gave it away with the constant mention of "baseball"), and the "virus" wasn't really the most menacing villain.All in all though, I do think it's shortcomings can be forgiven because it's just a very fun movie. Obviously, it doesn't have the dark tone or mature themes of "Zombie Island," the intriguing mythology of "Witch's Ghost," or the emotional impact of "Alien Invaders", but it's still a very enjoyable entry for any Scooby-Doo fan.RATING: B
Andrew Kelly
---Warning--- ---Contains Spoilers--- This is one of my favourite straight-to-video Scooby-Doo films. The characters have a new, modern day look, however retaining their loving personalities that Scooby Doo fans have become accustomed to. Once being zapped into "Cyber Space" in their very own video game, they come face to face with a new and thrilling villain; the Phantom Virus. The Virus is a good character, showing cunningness, scariness, and power. Working their way through the levels of the video game, the gang are introduced to new, different scenarios and dangers, which is a whole bunch of fun for the viewer, as it doesn't once get boring, and has a quick-paced, action packed flow throughout. Once in the final level the gang come across their Cyber counterparts. Meeting a Cyber Mystery Inc. is a fun twist, and completely original. It adds a sense of nostalgia, and long time fans will recognise Shaggy's attire from the Reluctant Werewolf. It is quite fascinating to see how the cartoons have developed over time. Each character's confrontations with the various monsters are all classic Scooby-Doo encounters, all being unique and enjoyable. The climax is a thrilling one. It doesn't live up to the drama in the Witch's Ghost but it is dramatic and enjoyable nonetheless. The reveal of the "evil genius" behind it all felt a bit cheap, as it was quite predictable, which is one of the few reasons why I refrained from giving the film a 9 or 10 rating. Despite some very small inconsistencies which were hardly noticeable, the film was absolutely wonderful, and can appeal to all ages. A classic, yet very original Scooby-Doo adventure.
dominickneedname
It kills me a little not giving this a perfect ten out of ten but that would be going WAY to far with it...Still. I LOVE this film! I remember watching it when i was really little, five i think? Im not sure but i was young is the point...Anyways lets put the rose-colored glasses down and talk about the film a little. Clearly its a scooby doo film. Its the same basic plot as all the other films and TV shows... Then one has really good animation i must say...Its hand drawn just th way cartoons SHOULD be but sadly are not.Overall I still really like this movie and i have to give it an 8 out of 10.
bob the moo
Freddy, Daphne et al go to visit a friend in the computer lab of a well-known University. The day before they arrive though, a virus from a computer game comes to life and terrorises the staff. Investigating this appearance the gang find themselves sucked into the game and realise that they will have to play their way out if they are to survive. Along the way can they stop the virus and uncover who was behind it in the first place? With a plot that is pretty much lifted from Tron and a script that never has anything of interest for adults this film will be a hard sell to viewers who are not Scooby fans. The plot is a simple device for allowing the gang to be chased across all manner of places without the need for a mystery or story to develop. They have the usual unmasking at the end but it all seems like an afterthought rather than the conclusion of the build-up. The chases and monsters will amuse kids but their aren't many laughs for adults who will find the script lacking in all but the slightest touch of irony or knowing wit and even that is pretty poor. However as a kids film it just about does enough even if there have been better Scooby films.The voice talent are all pretty good I say "all" but really the lion's share of the work is dropped on Innes. He plays his many characters well and I like his voices. Alaskey is obvious; Ward is OK; Welker is convincing but I must admit that I found DeLisle to be quite bland and not suit the rest of the gang. Overall though it was OK; rather uninspired and full of pointless chases rather than a good mystery story but it'll work for children that like Scooby Doo even if the rest of the audience might start finding other things to do with their time.