For zombie fans, this one is a no-brainer - pun definitely intended. [Dec 2005, p.180]

Home to some of the greatest gameplay that you'll ever encounter, but unless you compete online, it mostly goes to waste. [Dec 2005, p.154]

Fable is still one of the defining role-playing adventures of this generation. And even more so if you go evil. [Jan 2006, p.150]

There is a load of personality in Chicken Little, and the large variety of level types and playable characters will appeal to fans of the film. [Nov 2005, p.149]

Home to some of the greatest gameplay that you'll ever encounter, but unless you compete online, it mostly goes to waste. [Dec 2005, p.154]

Although it's certainly not a masterpiece, The Warriors gets by on style, flair, variety, and simple fun. [Nov 2005, p.144]

Like no other game I've played, F.E.A.R. grabbed me by the throat, punched me in the gut, and made me pay attention and become my onscreen character. [Nov 2005, p.170]

The gameplay needs some tuning, but if you've got a mind to crush some skulls on and off the field, then I think you're gonna be pretty happy with this title. [Nov 2005, p.149]

What kills this title for me, though, is the ridiculous emphasis on scouting. How am I supposed to conquer the continent when I can only see what's happening on 20 percent of any given battle map? [Jan 2006, p.138]

The gameplay needs some tuning, but if you've got a mind to crush some skulls on and off the field, then I think you're gonna be pretty happy with this title. [Nov 2005, p.149]

Although it's certainly not a masterpiece, The Warriors gets by on style, flair, variety, and simple fun. [Nov 2005, p.144]

What kills this title for me, though, is the ridiculous emphasis on scouting. How am I supposed to conquer the continent when I can only see what's happening on 20 percent of any given battle map? [Jan 2006, p.138]

Yet another exquisitely crafter offering from arguably the most talented developer working in the genre. [Nov 2005, p.162]

For those out there who got a DS because they wanted new experiences, I think that this cart is your chance. [Oct 2005, p.154]

Going after Koei this aggressively certainly proves that Capcom has celestial-sized gonads. [Nov 2005, p.161]

The overriding feeling during my entire playtime was, "Oh no. I have to do another race." [Dec 2005, p.156]

Definitely a decent game, but if the franchise doesn't evolve, it runs the risk of losing its crown as the dominant PS2 shooter. [Dec 2005, p.166]

Hurtling down the tundra and concocting ridiculously large combo strings remain irresistible qualities, but the torturous design of the game makes you want to take the next flight off of this mountain. [Nov 2005, p.140]

The game controls like an awkward 6'7" giant. [Nov 2005, p.148]

The dark setting just wasn't enough to keep me enthralled, and I found myself longing for an end to the saga. [Nov 2005, p.155]

It's fun to play, even if the managerial options of our season are missing. [Nov 2005, p.182]

It's a step behind the console versions, but it's damn impressive and even better for how fast it moves. [Dec 2005, p.190]

Old-school FPS fans and gamers looking to get back to the roots of online fragathons will undoubtedly find a lot to love in Quake IV, and the game has perhaps fewer flaws than any I've ever reviewed. [Nov 2005, p.168]

Barely even a game. [Nov 2005, p.154]

About as much fun as giving an elephant a suppository. [Jan 2006, p.157]

After a while, slaughtering endless waves of enemies gets a bit tiresome. Still, it's a fun way to let off a little steam, and it doesn't take itself too seriously. [Nov 2005, p.148]

The overriding feeling during my entire playtime was, "Oh no. I have to do another race." [Dec 2005, p.156]

Hurtling down the tundra and concocting ridiculously large combo strings remain irresistible qualities, but the torturous design of the game makes you want to take the next flight off of this mountain. [Nov 2005, p.140]

The game controls like an awkward 6'7" giant. [Nov 2005, p.148]

Oogie's Revenge stacks up against the original about as well as "Devil May Cry 2" or "Blues Brothers 2000." [Nov 2005, p.149]

Oogie's Revenge stacks up against the original about as well as "Devil May Cry 2" or "Blues Brothers 2000." [Nov 2005, p.149]

A fast and furious title that allows for some exciting multiplayer doubles matches. [Nov 2005, p.182]

The two games aren't identical, but at times you wouldn't know the difference. [Nov 2005, p.166]

The multiplayer isn't much to speak of, but does offer some classic deathmatching. [Jan 2006, p.85]

It may not be as ambitious as the original, but it is a fun, clever, and intricate strategy title deserving of your divine attention. [Nov 2005, p.172]

Its sublime mix of puzzles, great bosses, perfectly paced exploration, and enormous variety make this an utterly amazing adventure. [Nov 2005, p.176]

The camera is troublesome, hit detection feels odd, and the characters are completely unbalanced. [Nov 2005, p.180]

The action is satisfactory, and the multiplayer options are robust. [Nov 2005, p.148]

It's the fast-paced, procedure driven puzzling gameplay really sets Trauma Center apart. [Oct 2005, p.154]

It just needs to get its butt back into training camp to iron out the fundamentals of the game. [Dec 2005, p.190]

FIFA is still doomed to feel a little stiff due to its reliance on set animations to govern play, and there are plenty of frustrating AI mistakes that linger. [Oct 2005, p.128]

If your GBA hole needs plugging, this is a good choice. [Nov 2005, p.182]

The action is satisfactory, and the multiplayer options are robust. [Nov 2005, p.148]

FIFA is still doomed to feel a little stiff due to its reliance on set animations to govern play, and there are plenty of frustrating AI mistakes that linger. [Oct 2005, p.128]

FIFA is still doomed to feel a little stiff due to its reliance on set animations to govern play, and there are plenty of frustrating AI mistakes that linger. [Oct 2005, p.128]

I think it's worse than its predecessor. [Nov 2005, p.163]

A veritable host of small technical problems keep Dragonshard from reaching the potential created by its innovative design. [Nov 2005, p.174]

Not brilliant, but it's a competent licensed title that should appeal to hardcore W&G fans. [Nov 2005, p.149]

Not brilliant, but it's a competent licensed title that should appeal to hardcore W&G fans. [Nov 2005, p.149]

Although Heroes is far from the first WWII flight sim, it soars high above other games thanks to its incredible attention to detail. [Oct 2005, p.124]

Although Heroes is far from the first WWII flight sim, it soars high above other games thanks to its incredible attention to detail. [Oct 2005, p.124]

Merely mediocre action. [Dec 2005, p.161]

Innovative, different, and oddly compelling. [Oct 2005, p.152]

The games are a blast worth remembering. Old racing is the new hotness. [Oct 2005, p.128]

Struggle through, though, and you'll be rewarded with a few moments of pure puzzle transcendence. [Nov 2005, p.182]

As much as I would like to recommend that people see the insanity that unfolds, the shoddy play will likely drive most gamers into a mental institution. [Jan 2006, p.138]

A two-player online option is new for the PS2, but otherwise, this is business as usual for the tecno dancers. [Nov 2005, p.151]

I don't use this example lightly, but think back to "Grabbed by the Ghoulies," a similarly good-looking, but unfun and almost unplayable nightmare of gameplay design missteps. [Nov 2005, p.178]

Quotation forthcoming. [Nov 2005]

Ubisoft Montreal has done a bang up job tailoring this release with all the bells and whistles that will keep the Xbox faithful salivating for months on end. [Nov 2005, p.164]

As much as I would like to recommend that people see the insanity that unfolds, the shoddy play will likely drive most gamers into a mental institution. [Jan 2006, p.138]

The games are a blast worth remembering. Old racing is the new hotness. [Oct 2005, p.128]

Merely mediocre action. [Dec 2005, p.161]

A fantastic collection that is a must for any old-school gamer. Ken Rules. [Nov 2005, p.149]

It's a lackluster, repetitive experience that will only appeal to the most Clancy-crazed gamer. It's not terrible or broken, but I've been doing the same thing, with the same problems and frustrations, for years. [Nov 2005, p.141]

Simultaneously fun and extremely frustrating, compelling and flawed, mature and foul, engaging and confusing. As a game, it can be aggravating, but as a piece of interactive storytelling, it flirts with brilliance. [Oct 2005, p.123]

Disappointingly average. [Nov 2005, p.154]

Load times seem to be worse. However, the fluid control and excellent career modes are still in. [Nov 2005, p.161]

EA is definitely focusing on an area of the sport that I feel that all developers should be, but the series has fallen far behind "NBA 2K6" in nearly every category. [Nov 2005, p.145]

"Hot Shots" still rules the greens of the PSP. [Dec 2005, p.190]

NBA 2K6 remains unbeatable. The competition doesn't even come close to touching this release. [Nov 2005, p.143]

Simultaneously fun and extremely frustrating, compelling and flawed, mature and foul, engaging and confusing. As a game, it can be aggravating, but as a piece of interactive storytelling, it flirts with brilliance. [Oct 2005, p.123]

EA is definitely focusing on an area of the sport that I feel that all developers should be, but the series has fallen far behind "NBA 2K6" in nearly every category. [Nov 2005, p.145]

NBA 2K6 remains unbeatable. The competition doesn't even come close to touching this release. [Nov 2005, p.143]

The games are a blast worth remembering. Old racing is the new hotness. [Oct 2005, p.128]

EA is definitely focusing on an area of the sport that I feel that all developers should be, but the series has fallen far behind "NBA 2K6" in nearly every category. [Nov 2005, p.145]

Spidey's acrobatic moves are also captured perfectly, and experimenting with his powers is the most enjoyable aspect of this adventure. [Nov 2005, p.142]

Spidey's acrobatic moves are also captured perfectly, and experimenting with his powers is the most enjoyable aspect of this adventure. [Nov 2005, p.142]

Spidey's acrobatic moves are also captured perfectly, and experimenting with his powers is the most enjoyable aspect of this adventure. [Nov 2005, p.142]

Just rent "Hackers" again and forget this junk heap. [Oct 2005, p.134]

More than any of the technical faults, though, is the problem that Kay is just plain dullsville. [Oct 2005, p.134]

If nothing else, this is a solid add-on to a great base game. I just can't think of anything about it that makes Dawn of War any more of a "must-play" than it already is. [Oct 2005, p.146]

In the time it takes to create any sort of viable or interesting content in RPG Maker, you could play through a real game. [Aug 2005, p.101]

If you enjoy a good story and don't mind a more laid-back approach to gameplay, this is a title you simply cannot ignore. [Oct 2005, p.124]

If you enjoy a good story and don't mind a more laid-back approach to gameplay, this is a title you simply cannot ignore. [Oct 2005, p.124]

Offers more of what made the original so unique, and succeeds at making a phenomenal game even greater. [Oct 2005, p.148]

Keep your expectations in check, and there's some fun in the mayhem. [Oct 2005, p.126]

It doesn't offer much in terms of gameplay deviation, but the wildly amusing levels will keep you in a state of awe. [Oct 2005, p.133]

Japanophiles will thrill, but traditional action fans would also be remiss if they didn't at least check out what the fuss is about. [Oct 2005, p.134]

What surprised me most is just how fast it played. [Nov 2005, p.180]

A bare bones approach to hockey that never distinguishes itself. [Nov 2005, p.151]

Pure fun that increases exponentially has you add more friends to the mix. [Nov 2005, p.138]

It's not a revolution, but it's an improvement. [Nov 2005, p.140]

Keep your expectations in check, and there's some fun in the mayhem. [Oct 2005, p.126]

With its boneheaded action, nonsensical story, and cheesy metal guitar soundtrack that sounds like it was lifted from Kevin Sorbo's epic "Kull The Conquerer," Kingdom Under Fire: Heroes has no chance of moving the series outside its cult favorite status. [Oct 2005, p.142]

If you enjoy a good story and don't mind a more laid-back approach to gameplay, this is a title you simply cannot ignore. [Oct 2005, p.124]

Pure fun that increases exponentially has you add more friends to the mix. [Nov 2005, p.138]

Even if you already have a copy of the original game in your library, Black is an absolute necessity. [Oct 2005, p.140]