A title that deserves credit for breaking the cookie-cutter mold that RTS games have fallen into. Even maps with simple goals can turn into endeavors that last for hours, if you take time to smell the roses and just enjoy playing with powerful, fully customizable avatar with the ability to raise a monstrous force.

Brings the adventure much needed color and style; but in the end it succumbs to the same faults as other games before it.

The game is a fairly realistic boxing sim. It pretty much it boils down to this: if you liked the acclaimed Rocky series, you’re sure to like this title, but if you never cared for it, you’ll probably hate it.

Though there are certainly better options to be found on the PC platform, PS2 owners who can stomach the repetitive combat (not to mention the $9.95 monthly fee), have an extra USB keyboard and a healthy chunk of free time laying around, and want a solidly designed introduction to the MMORPG craze could do worse than to give Evercracka spin.

One of the year's best surprises, offering a wonderful mixture of strategic gameplay, imagination, and colorful story telling.

One of the best space flight sims out there, with a believable interface for commanding a large capital ship.

A fun-filled, fast-action title with missions of all difficulty levels, which is achieved at the cost of in depth graphics and technical stability.

With a great background story and good graphics this is definitely one of the more fun games I have played in recent times.

Playing against real, live people is very challenging and it could take months to master even a single map in the game. The game can also become very addictive, enough that you might start thinking about it while doing completely unrelated tasks like walking, eating or even sleeping.

The wonky physics and a slightly limited variety of custom parts keep this one from a higher score, but Xbox owners looking to inject some originality into their racing experience would do well to check out Apex's unique approach to a somewhat stale genre.

Manhunt attempts to combine excessive violence with stealth-action gameplay, but fails to invoke a sense of value and worth in play.

It’s not easy to learn and it looks about as pretty as a doggy chew toy. If you’re a sim freak, you’ll love it.

The fact that players must watch their units and stockpiles carefully is an extra, and welcome, dose of realism. Nothing is worse than having a mutiny on your hands or losing your structures to your enemy.

Takes a great concept and executes it cleanly. Building your own track is amusing and then subsequently racing on it with online opponents is even more enjoyable.

Monotonous combat, a lackluster story, and poor visuals are countered by moderately intriguing characters; however, this isn't nearly enough to salvage the game.

For those looking for some quick fun, Hulk provides some quality action that may not be very deep, but is definitely enjoyable.

Falls short in almost every aspect of a western style shooter. Fans of the arcade style of run and gun gameplay will find some value in the game but for the most part fans of the shooter genre will find an excellent concept for a game gone a stray.

One of the best games I've ever played. Can't get enough of it.

A must-have for Xbox Live subscribers, Counter Strike for Xbox far exceeds expectations with outstanding online multiplayer matches exuding intensity, competition, and pure fun.

Despite its flaws, Rocky is the best boxing game I have played since the Evander Holyfield game on Sega Genesis, and it is surely the best boxing title on the Xbox.

The game play is exciting and difficult at times but all in all it is an astounding chance to take on the role of a Veritech fighter pilot.

One of the most interactive football titles to date with some of the best game play I have ever seen in a football game.

It immersed you in a pit of action and puzzle solving, all classic adventure game elements, and it was just fun controlling Indy and his whip.

Another average platformer in a genre waning in popularity.

A fast-paced snowboarding game with good looking graphics and outstanding course design. The time trial and gate challenge are both highly addicted modes, but the trick attack I found to be rather useless.

So the graphics suck, the control is appalling, the intro is masturbatory, how is the gameplay you ask? Not too bad.

Perhaps the best racing game (for sure the best rally-racing title) I’ve played all year.

Although limited in its length, kill.switch manages to fit in innovative gameplay backed by intuitive, streamlined controls that are some of the best on the Playstation 2.

Its linear gameplay offers ample opportunity to relay a smashing style that resoundingly beats out other recent competitors in the genre. Unfortunately, a clumsy interface jars an otherwise stylish, story-driven experience.

Could have been great, but has to settle for being good because of the annoying camera issues and the graphics shortcomings.

Players who enjoy spending three, four, or more hours on a single game mission will find a lot of enjoyment in Warrior Kings.

Laser Squad Nemesis, with its addictive nature, fast paced player tactics, and an ever expanding community, is the turn-based strategy title any gamer should have installed on their PC. And with a price tag of 25.00 for 6 months offering unrestricted gaming or a downloadable trial how can you go wrong.

Who'd have thought you could have this much fun with barnyard animals.

Despite a general lack of interactivity in the game’s central areas and levels, the game contains plenty of gameplay across its five stylized locations.

Graphics were great and were perhaps the best aspect of the title, all except for those arthritis-like frame-rates.

While not all of the gameplay is captivating, I honestly enjoyed the battle mode as much as I enjoy multiplayer "Bust-A-Move," and that is a high compliment indeed.

The revamped gameplay manages to stay fresh, but is still able to keep that special something that made the original game so engrossing.

The end result is mired in too many gameplay inconsistencies for me to give the game my full blessing as a reviewer.

Graphics for 4x4 Evo are gorgeous.

An extremely addictive action fighting game with some very cool anime storytelling and martial arts that are wrapped in an otherwise superbly executed game that is one of the most fun and coolest games I've played in years.

While it looks great, the sound effects and music are terrible and the plot is poorly written and actually confusing at times.

Most MMOGs take over a person's life, but with Time of Defiance, you can only play for an hour a day and still have as much fun as someone playing for 8+ hours.

An extremely fun game with very difficult controls.

Ridiculously fun and engaging.

Though the weak storyline, too-easy-for-its-own-good firing controls, and a few other small errors take away from the game's fun, and keep it from being a truly great game, it still isn't enough to take down the solid gameplay complemented by the game's unique transforming ideas.

The lack of text chat capabilities and a workable inventory system prevent Tribes from greatness.

Overall the story and concept of Warlords Battlecry III is very well presented. However, the lack of an upgraded graphics engine really gave me a sour taste in my mouth.

Any true baseball fan will be amazed at the amount of information and the good times they'll have playing Baseball Mogul.

The addition of action elements to this adventure game really help keep it moving and exciting.

The implementation of sightjacking works well in achieving contemplative gameplay, as well as heightening suspense; on the contrary, the complexity of the game’s organization and the Scenario Link Navigator may turn some away.

Simply put, there is no reason to buy this game when there are two other superior basketball games on the Xbox.

Too much of it feels clunky and "bloody amateurish", as a certain character is fond of exclaiming. For what it's worth, however, there's really nothing quite like The Getaway in terms of a truly gripping adult gaming experience.

A fun, visually captivating game.

It is not the Magic that I grew up with, and purists may find the changes to be a bit too extreme.

I was particularly impressed with the polished depth and quality combined with the relatively low system requirements. That is a rarity these days.

Provides some of the best action oriented combat sequences we have seen in a while on the Xbox with a touch of RPG elements thrown in for game depth. Vast and varied environments, unique special attacks and lively characters bring Sudeki to life but several small oversights become apparent as your progress.

The new team system hastens gameplay a little more than past installments and offers a blend of elements from action to platform at the press of a button.

The best way to describe Clone Wars’s gameplay is by calling it "Jedi Starfighter" PLUS... Simply an average game.

Solid graphics and lovely character animations.

The game also finds a nice balance in navigating your Robotech jets, and aiming the guns that they possess.

Although the game plays similarly to previous Red Storm games, The Sum of All Fears is much easier, and it lacks both preplanning and character advancement elements.

As an Indy car simulation, the game does offer an accurate representation that should appeal to a small base of fans. Problems with steering and slight AI deficiencies are likely to turn some away, although Indy Car Series is a decent approach to a popular event.

One of the most interesting and odd games that I have played in recent years.

Complimented by challenging dogfighting missions, intuitive controls, and a balanced reward system, Wings is a solid, challenging game.

A true delight, offering fast-paced hack and slash action gaming in the comfort of my living room. With a in-depth storyline, multiple quests, a hefty assortment of weapons and awesome graphics, Heroes is a solid title for those gamers who just love a good adventure.

Tremendously realistic graphics and audio bring the world of space travel to brilliant life. While the story serves as a driving force for the single player campaign, it never fully develops into anything worthwhile.

If you are a racing fan of simulation style real world physics car races, IndyCar Series 2005 is a must have - as no other title in the genre is as indepth.

Overall the game was exciting and thrilling, but in the long run this game will get tired and repetitive. The speed will keep you thrilled for a long time.

The ability to control 250 in an army is almost too many; of course that is what makes it great-the ability to have gigantic battles that truly bring out the galactic conflict that is underway.

One of the most enjoyable multiplayer games on Xbox, and is probably the best arena-party fighting game on the system.

It truly is a fun game and the new campaign is a great new addition and makes for a whole different game.

This game did really well in all areas that a game could do well in. The only thing that kept it from getting it a perfect Seal of Excellence is the fact that there is a frustration involved in the game that will turn many people off to it.

Roadkill is the s---. Its combination of vehicular-action and mission-based gameplay make it one of the most well designed cross-genre titles of the year.

The current lack of content, unbalanced professions and broken quests and missions still in the game will drive you away if you do not have the patience to wait for the next 2 or 3 months of major updates.

Definitely more fun multiplayer than alone, I'm still not sure how long you'll want to play this one after the novelty wears off.

A severe disappointment. Mediocre visuals and audio relay the game’s imprecise controls. Lacking innovative level design, the game is uninspired and extremely brief.

Offensively the game plays amazing; defensively the game struggles.

A fun smash-everything experience with slick controls and fast, furious gameplay, and it will leave action fans satisfied. However, due to its short lifespan and repetitive nature, it is really a game more suited for rental than purchase.

Political climate aside, this is a great game. It is well designed and features great replay ability.

The learning curve jumps due to the confusion the player feels while trying to get a hold of the camera and the involved combo system turn into a button masher in frenzied fights. Still, the title is worth a look.

The perfect balance of non-linear gameplay and plot development, the game offers a unique experience that successfully evolves the gameplay of the original.

If the gameplay could have been executed better, it would have been a great game, as it had some really cool atmosphere and monsters.

No difference [in gameplay] from last year's version, except in running. And even that needs more help.

A nice return to a classic game scenario, but is far too short and fails to bring anything new to the series. While playing Blue Shift was fun, I would compare the experience to eating Chinese food. No sooner had I finished, than I wanted more.

With some many other superb GameCube titles available, Wario World drops down to the bottom of the library with its below-average visual presentation, far too easy gameplay, and the promise of a great greedy game.

A very cool game, with some minor shortcomings. The fact that it has 200 stages, and a cast of misplaced nostalgia inducers makes this a nice one to grab.

Offers a mixed bag of ingenious puzzles, open-ended gameplay, and horrible production values. Graphically, the game fails miserably representing a short game with mediocre play.

The good news is that Blinx has a lot of potential to become a quality game series, and future games can be great if those areas needing improvement are addressed.

Because of this control scheme, moving your sub is a constant frustration, as positioning your sub is very hard, and precise movements are damn near impossible.

The courses are well laid out and challenging at the higher levels, but they are no different than a normal oval pavement track offering players nothing to see but the other opponents' vehicles.

Focusing solely on strategic play and ditching resource management and unit construction, the game does a fine effort at emphasizing strategy.

The game is worth at least one run through, but after that the experience relies on inconsistent online gaming where the biggest challenge is finding someone to play with.

The game’s mediocre gameplay is accentuated by a lack of variety. Simplicity is essential for puzzle gameplay, yet TTA takes simplicity to the point of monotony.

It's a good idea for a story but it has been overdone to death.

While juvenile and cartoonish in presentation, the overall presentation is not sure at times whether it wants to take itself seriously or not--leaving most situations and some characters depicted during the adventure as downright silly.

Hours of enjoyment, but not overly original.

I had a few bad experiences with this game but let me tell you this - as soon as I am done typing this, you guessed it - I'm Going In. I think you should too.

If it were not for the horrible camera, Dr. Muto would be one of my favorite games of the year.