Could have been a better racer had the framerate not stopped at key points in the game and also if the game had a little more replay value.

Incredibly polished, and rivals anything with the Neversoft name on it. With tons of objectives, huge levels, great animation, and even jiggly boobs, Aggressive Inline is a game that no gamer should miss.

Heavy Iron gets much respect from me for making this such an authentic Scooby-Doo videogame.

Sadly, many people will pass this title up for something with a bit more "flash" instead of going for substance – something Headhunter definitely has.

One could nitpick the title for what it doesn’t deliver, but what it does deliver is pretty amazing; a highly playable movie-licensed superhero game! Who woulda thunk it?

There isn’t much fun to be found in the game despite its solid gameplay mechanics.

Lacking in the depth that even arcade-style fans look for, the only strength of the game is in its unique fish-landing interface, which is very PS2-centric.

A breath of fresh air and certainly a game any tennis fan or PS2 owner shouldn’t be without.

This is the epitome of what fighting games should be, having practice, patience, and technique take precedence over simple button mashing.

An extremely satisfying experience and, if nothing else, certainly renewed my appreciation for classical music and for conductors, in general.

Given the choice between Tiger Woods and Hot Shots Golf 3, I'd take Hot Shots any day.

An awesome package of gameplay, sound, and story to improve greatly on an already attractive package. Bravo LucasArts, bravo indeed.

Fatal Frame is damn scary. For the first time ever, I not only had to play a game with the lights on, but I had to throw in another game afterward playing this to kill the mood of it all.

For being button-masher friendly and suffering from uninspiring Career and Tournament modes, the game still somehow manages to end up as a rather top-notch boxer.

Tedious gameplay, horrid loading times, and a first few hours of gameplay hell make the game rather uninspiring. But getting past the first few hours will reward the gamer will a slightly better gaming experience.

This is still the same game with only minor tweaking that doesn't make for any new experience.

Because the combo system doesn't play a major role in the game due to the AI being brain dead, the game dies out rather quickly and many will get instantly bored with the title.

This is easily the best PGA Tour game for any console since "PGA Tour Golf II" for the Genesis.

The camera problems and the game's unnecessarily uneven difficulty seal Pac-Man World 2's fate, in spite of the game's depth.

The sheer appeal and addictive quality of this title is unmistakable.

One mighty fine soccer game. Yep, mighty fine indeed.

A disappointment. It lacks the charm that "Final Fight," and "Streets of Rage" had before it and it doesn't make up for it with the lack of depth and the lack of a 2 player mode! Shame on you Vis!

The fluidity of the player movements and how fast and distinctive the game plays out is very realistic and far surpasses anything currently available. This truly is the best simulation baseball game on the PS2.

Don't forget to bring your patience though because Maximo's poorly implemented camera system, semi-cheap enemy placement at the end of jumps, and save system may be the difference between you liking this game, and you hating this game.

A solid arcade racing experience which weaves dexterity, reflexes, and tension into a fairly deep arcade racing experience.

The best Blitz title since the original hit the arcade scene some five years ago.

Without the camera's awkward behavior and minor flaws in the story AirBlade would have easily found a slightly higher score.

The battle system still rocks the house if you're a fan of fast-paced turn-based systems.

It was the sound that really sets Drakan: The Ancients Gates apart from other action/adventures.

Sure, the story is a little weird, and yes, the music isn't quite as good as it was in the first game, but PaRappa 2 is a solid effort, nonetheless.

The simulated gameplay is well created, the depth is more than appropriate, and the graphics are quite good, but the repetitive soundtrack and somewhat frustrating races and opponents take away from the fun factor.

This game should be avoided by all means. A complete game engine overhaul is much needed, along with a graphics engine rework, better and less repetitious dialogue.

A veritable avalanche of gameplay options.

Simply put, NBA 2K2 is the best basketball game on the planet. Although it is not perfect, it does emulate the look, feel, and intensity of NBA basketball.

Beautiful graphics and bumping Trance music with jovial shooting to boot is a wicked combination any way you look at it. Definitely one of the best games out right now.

With only a superb soundtrack as its savior, Mad Trix ends up being a sad mix of bad control, horrible sound effects and awkward camera angles.

What could have been in the top ten games of the year has been brought down by dropping frame rates, repetitive gameplay, and agonizing load times.

The beauty of Jade Cocoon 2 is impressive but much like a supermodel, when you site down to actually get to know it, there's not much substance underneath all the pretty packaging.

The company has rethought nearly every aspect of the FF franchise, from the battle system to the use of voice acting instead of text and beyond. Nearly every change will be jarring but nearly every change is for the better.

It's like going through "Silent Hill" as an RPG or playing through a Clive Barker or Ann Rice novel.

Somehow Remedy Entertainment made the PS2 look like an old man when compared to the new console and the tried and true personal computer.

If you're a retrogaming fan (like I am), then Namco Museum is a no-brainer, if only for the Arrangements.

Its charismatic cast, wonderful voice acting, drop dead beautiful graphics, and awesome level design make Jak and Daxter one of the best platform/adventure games I've ever played.

The grappling system is decent, but grows weary soon enough. And considering how much the success of professional wrestling depends on the showmanship of its combatants, the game delivers a pretty bland experience.

This game just does not cut it for the PS2, hopefully this year's edition will be a building block for the developers to come up with a solid football game.

Loads of potential. As for this year's game, it “bumbles and stumbles” out of the gate to a third-place finish behind Madden 2002 and NFL2K2.

A fun enough concept but lacks a certain next-gen sparkle.

The game is just a little more tedious to play than it is enjoyable.

Immersive and fun. It's not the type of game you play to beat as fast as you can. It's the kind of game you'll play a little bit every week, for many, many weeks to come.

An awesome music game that should be mentioned with the "Parappa"'s and "DDR"'s of the genre.

The type of game that makes people claim PS2 is all about graphics and no gameplay. With no career mode, no WCW/ECW stars and an incredibly shallow Story Mode, there's simply NO reason to even rent this game.

There are so many profane adjectives that could be used to describe this horrid title but I’ll try to keep it to a minimum.

It's not like playing 18-Wheeler isn't fun; it is. The problem is that it's over far too quickly and doesn't compare well to "Crazy Taxi" in terms of variety and replayability.

Sub par game physics and the no-skill-needed-to-play is a huge turn off. And graphically only an average title that would have looked great on the PSOne.

Not just a game, it's an experience, and well worth the three-year wait...It almost makes you wonder how Hideo Kojima might fare directing a movie based on the Metal Gear license.

May very well be the best FPS on a console ever...The story isn't the best you'll ever see, and "Red Faction" has it beat there, but Half-Life is all about the experience, and few other games suck you in as well as Half-Life.

Just stay away from Driven, for the love of God, stay away.

Although the play mechanics are very solid and intuitive, the controls get in the way to the point that it affects the gameplay. With another control scheme, this game would've been recommended a bit higher.

A game no library should be without. Splashdown is THE game to own for fast-paced purified racing graphical gaming goodness.

The game seems to hearken back to the successes of "Ace Combat 2" by adding fair doses of realism with a good amount of action and intensity. The game's biggest fault lies in its brevity, as it ends much too soon.

The non-stop action can get a bit repetitive and ultimately tiresome, and the sound effects may begin to wear on the nerves after a few hours of playing.

A racing title that blends adrenaline-pumping racing action to its purest level. Excellent physics detection and even better physical car damage and being topped off with crisp sound makes Burnout a title that should not be overlooked.

Soul Reaver's story is much deeper, more dramatic and lavishly developed in this edition.

Offers a good amount of playability for anyone even remotely interested in motocross or racing games in general.

The game still continues to have a great sense of speed and the thrill for being chased.

At least as good as advertised, if not slightly better.

The fact still remains though that if you are looking for a game that represents sim-hoops, there is no game that represents that better than NBA Live 2002.

A pint of blood, a teaspoon of decapitation, and a helluva lot of violence makes the perfect evil action game.

I don't say such things lightly, but this is easily one of the best games I've ever played. Everywhere I look, I find more things I want to praise about this title.

A blast to play.

Takes an established genre and gives it an SSX-style touch. Wipeout fans everywhere should give this game a try.

Although it does have some neat elements, such as being able to play as the bad guy and several spell elements, it doesn't make up for the lack of texture quality, as well as the shaky framerate and bad camera.

While visually diverting, Okage is only slightly above average overall.

Haven't had more fun with a light gun on a console since the original Time Crisis.

This is a curiously addictive game, and with the various modes offered, you'll be busy hauling bass and making a name for yourself in no time. Just don't forget to grow out those sideburns.

The storyline is engaging, and commanding an elephant to tromp through units and trample people is pretty hard to beat.

The game is one of the longer offerings Konami has offered on PS2 to date...[but] you'll still be left wanting more when the game is over.

Without a doubt, the best arcade hockey game out there. If you're a hockey fan, or even a general sports fan, you should check this game out.

Reborn into a new era of gaming, SpyHunter maintains its great name for being a hardcore action racing title.

A great game...And with beautiful graphical content and stunning sound effects, ICO is one heck of a production.

In a field of its own somewhere near the bottom of the bottomless gaming abyss.

This is one instance where a lot of appeal and a sizable dose of flash and panache can make up for some simplistic control and unimpressive depth enhancements.

They have refined to near perfection what they started nearly five years ago, so take advantage.

While many may be frightened off due to the depth and complexity, others (especially fans of "AC 2") will joyfully sink their teeth into this one.

Superior technical capability coupled with the seemingly hundreds of little things that make a football game enthralling and entertaining allows Madden 2002 to reign supreme yet again.

This easily pales in comparison next to "Z.O.E." or "Armored Core 2," and I'm not interested in spending more time with it.

A good story and simple control can't make up for a serious lack of depth, mediocre graphics, and a camera that gets more annoying as time goes on.

Falls just shy of a perfect platformer, but comes darn close to being one of the best I've ever played.

This game can suck you in and never let you out - and you may not want to come out. ...this is football at its best.

One of the best new PS2 titles out there, and despite some creative drawbacks, the sound effects and graphics are nicely done and draws you in to the experience.

A solid videogaming experience and one that, for a relatively inexperienced American public, is well worth trying out. Die-hard fans of the sport will be a tad disappointed with a number of aspects.

It's been a long time since I've given such high scores across the board to any game; then again, it's been a long time since any game I've reviewed so richly deserved it!

Despite a unique story concept, it sounds better on paper than in practice. While far from embarrassing, EF is embarrassingly average.

It really delivers when it comes to captivating gameplay and incredible sound...It has the potential to provide hours of entertainment, but only for the right individual looking for this kind of game.

A pretty, well-designed, stylish, and captivating piece of work that unfortunately suffers a bit with some distant and muted sound effects and less-than-engaging races.

A decent production that could've used a little more technical work. The makings are there for an excellent, intense soccer game, but they didn't quite follow through with everything.

WDL War Jetz falls well short in its bid for great arcade flight fun, and although easily controllable and fairly simple, it's barely a rental.

Weak story mode and ear damaging sound are the only minuses in the game, but these can be considered major categories.