If the C&C faithful really build up a strong multi-player community, this game could be a must-buy in a month or two. [May 2002, p.73]

Like playing on a beautiful course in the middle of the summer in the deep South – it's a lot of fun, but the bugs can really get to you. [June 2002, p.92]

BCT fails so dismally at playability that the realism doesn't matter. [August 2002, p.81]

A good naval warfare sim undermined by bugs and missing features. [June 2002, p.93]

Provides some new and unique features that bridge the gap between the fanatical, hardcore sim racer and the casual gamer. [June 2002, p.82]

The Auran graphics engine is flat-out stunning. [May 2002, p. 77]

Offers just enough new content to warrant being called a sequel...It is like "Doom II" was to "Doom." [Apr 2002, p.96]

Barely a step above a patch. An expansion pack like this makes you ask, "Is that all?" [May 2002, p.91]

This game is so not fun, it almost put me into a coma. [May 2002, p.86]

A game that mostly excels at being better than you think it'll be. [June 2002, p.86]

The grand total of six events feels rather skimpy, and they're very uneven in how well they play. [May 2002, p.90]

The presentation is second to none, the gameplay is addictive without being overbearing, and Sid Meier's signature "I-can't wait-to-see-what-happens-next" magic is here in full force. [Apr 2002, p.97]

The most remarkable aspect of Disciples II is how carefully all of the units have been balanced. [May 2002, p.82]

It may have spectacular AI, but it's still just an elaborate virtual pet forced to perform a tedious sequence of often frustrating tasks. [May 2002, p.89]

Just about everything in this game feels <I>right</I>, sometimes almost in spite of itself. [Mar 2002, p.68]

While the visuals are good, they aren't nearly as spectacular as they could have been. [May 2002, p.76]

Underneath its underwhelming exterior lurks an enjoyable, well-balanced game that grows on you if you can just stomach the painful delivery. [May 2002, p.74]

The combination of wretched design, brainless financial models, and buggy gameplay leaves you with the realization that you got suckered into buying a lemon. [May 2002, p.87]

If you have any inclination to explore the inner workings of business, Capitalism II has a lot to offer. [May 2002, p.86]

You&#146;ll suspect you&#146;re that fool if you purchase this disappointing game. [Feb 2002, p.92]

Is there nothing this game does right? No, nothing. [Apr 2002, p.102]

Despite the somewhat rough production values, Original War delivers interesting small-scale RTS action. [May 2002, p.81]

I don't think I've ever seen worse pathfinding in a game. [May 2002, p.75]

Call me a mullet-wearing redneck, but I prefer my off-road action a little more exciting. [May 2002, p.77]

Luclin's quest structure is EQ's best yet. [Apr 2002, p.90]

All breasts, no game...a game that isn't just bad, it's literally unplayable. [Apr 2002, p.103]

Some of the quests you'll receive are actually quite cool..., but mostly the chores are mundane and the gameplay very linear. [Apr 2002, p.94]

Outbreak should get recognition for having one of the most bizarre weapons in any shooter. [May 2002, p.88]