Though it misses a beat here and there, DAMM ultimately rocks hard in the gameplay department.

Sim fans will be disappointed with the under-powered defense, but for twitch players, NBA Live 2003 is a dream come true.

A unique hybrid of a platform game and logic puzzle that’s too unforgiving to be fun for too long.

Unmatched in its field thanks to major improvements in every category combined with a deeply rewarding simulation experience.

The game’s worth a visit for anyone whose ideal night of TV involves The Simpsons episode where they go to Japan followed by two Iron Chef episodes back-to-back. It is, however, potentially baffling to anyone else.

Between its ripping sense of speed, edge-of-the-seat gameplay, and impressively original and deep features, [its] glorious PS2 debut just smokes.

The Xbox version varies from the PS2 edition in several key ways—different challenge structure, no look-ahead mode, more police chatter, darker colors, and a points-based system for unlocking cars and tracks—but it’s no less fun.

This unfortunate version of HP2 is just plain slow and its handling just doesn’t feel right. If possible, stick with the stellar PS2 edition or the strong Xbox game.

If stealthy, strategic action intrigues you, Hitman 2 is a blast.

The controls, however, rain on the parade. They’re too intricate, and their fussy, challenging feel takes a while to master...If you have the option, play the Xbox version - it’s definitely superior.

Though the story has a great moral, how it’s shown through gameplay and style doesn’t earn this RPG big points.

The gameplay is where the fun shines in as it mixes twitchy gunplay with a puzzle-like bent to stalking your prey.

You know this gameplay: There’s been a lot of excellent tuning but no mammoth overhauls.

Beyond the fantastic gameplay on the battlefield, Grandia Xtreme doesn’t offer a complete RPG package.

Nearly flawless visuals and truly immersive sound make sure you’re having fun even when you’re not shooting.

Its visceral intensity is off the charts—other shooters seem frail and timid in comparison.

Blazing graphics and excellent controls, as well as a variety of play modes for a repeatedly enjoyable experience.

With plenty of frenetic crossfire, you’ll get more frustrated with the controls than with the Iraqis.

Chaotic, fun Dynasty Warriors–style action that lacks DW’s up-front variety (only four characters) but makes up for it with a more complete battle system and a fantasy setting that’s easier to get into.

You know this gameplay: There’s been a lot of excellent tuning but no mammoth overhauls.

The most remarkable new feature, though, is the cavernous Career mode.

It's the desperate lack of innovation that's the problem; everything here has been done a hundred times before.

What the game lacks in the bells and whistles department, it makes up for in its insane depth.

The video game equivalent of a local theater production—it aspires to be professional but just can’t deliver a high-quality experience. Trouble is, the ticket still costs just as much.

A better effort than past installments, but it still needs a lot of serious work before it can truly compete.

It’s disappointing when a game finally nails the hard parts of reproducing Superman (the powers) but blows it with ho-hum missions and repetitive gameplay.

Even if you strip away the Robotech coolness, you still have a decent action game that entertains but doesn’t surprise.

To its credit, Chase is nowhere near as hair-pullingly difficult as Stuntman, while at the same time it doesn't have the level of intensity that will keep you coming back for more.