One of the best titles for the system and a fitting example of how to use a popular license to excellent effect.

Manages to be playable and at times astonishingly well executed, even compared to the whippersnapper upstarts that are PlayStation2, Xbox and Gamecube.

With its challenging missions, good sense of tension (heightened by moody music), engaging storyline and impressive graphics, NovaLogic might have single-handedly revived interest in a much-neglected console.

Rayman Rush will still provide several hours of not too demanding competitive gameplay amongst a cast of familiar characters in a suitably surreal and colourful background.

What Conflict Zone proves is that until a way is found round the fundamental problems thrown up by the control system, it’s unlikely that any determined real-time strategy fan is ever going to be weaned away from PC.

There are a few fundamental problems with Gunfighter that stop it from being a game to definitely add to your collection. Namely, it’s horribly unfair and frequently unbalanced.

It opens a world of enchantment for younger players and delivers an interactive version, albeit scaled down, of the film.

Syphon Filter offers some extremely engaging gameplay, helped by the intriguing plot.

The gameplay feels so sluggish that, even with the speed adjustment to the max, by the time you get the hang of the thing, an Alex Ferguson-style rage may have already set in.

Just don't go expecting anything that will last longer than a few days before it gets relegated to that place under your bed where all the other monsters live...

Fun, addictive, and presentation-wise it’s so glossy that you can’t help but admire its polished spingle-spangle sparkle, even if you don’t like tennis.

It won't convert those who think basketball is a monotonous procession of points until the game is decided in the last 30 seconds, but its multiplayer larks will bring joy to clans everywhere.

It's certainly a graphical step down from the usual PSX fare - for that matter it's a graphical step down from the NES.

Not very thrilling. Despite the nice premise of your transforming vehicle mid-race, the game falls down in far too many respects.

The best parts of the game, ultimate mode and the new levels, are only available to those who have completed the arduous tasks it takes to labour over level 80, and it's a surprisingly small number of players who've managed to complete the game three times over on increasing difficulty levels. For that small population, this is an excellent expansion.

Regular adventure gamers, though, will be gnashing their teeth with frustration at the awkward controls, naff fighting system and endless mini-quests that have a noble hero working like an errand boy.

The game's quite short, its technical flaws leave a lot to be desired and although funny with some great puzzles, it just isn't enough to keep the game standing upright against this winter's batch of great releases.

Slightly disappointing.

Even with its dodgy graphics and other niggling problems, Alone in the Dark will still make you jump - even with the lights on.

Within the respective missions, computer cars often take the same route every time you chase them. Secondly, once you've completed the 20 missions, there's little else offered.

A breathtaking visual experience. X-Box, PS2, and GameCube may have titles that push more polygons, but it's Sega's attention to detail, quality of texture mapping, and the overall scale of the game world that makes Shenmue 2 stand out.

The colour and graphics in the game are flawless and your quest to find Majora's Mask is more intriguing and thought-provoking the deeper you get into the game.

Designed for and is aimed at young children. This isn't to say that it isn't a fun game, but the puzzles aren't going to be as challenging to an adult as they would be to your 5-year-old kid brother.

A solid real-time strategy for a system that offers few games requiring much thought.

Yes, Rare should have made the gameplay a little more original, pumped up the enemy AI, and definitely fixed the save system. But they gave the people what they wanted, and in that respect they've done a terrific job. There's so much to explore, kill, blow up and maim in this game that it offers hours and hours of bullet-riddled excitement.

It takes some effort to get into, but it's worth it in the end when your reward for sticking it out are some exciting nail-biting races.

Unfortunately, the Evolution mode can become monotonous quickly and there is simply no thrill to driving around at a ridiculously slow speed in some of the more classic motors.

With its high speed arcade thrills and multi-player modes, it seems a pity that a Nintendo 64 version of Namco's racer wasn't released a little earlier in the system's life, as it have surely boosted its flagging sales. Ridge Racer 64 is a title that will appeal to everyone, bar simulation fans.

The range of gameplay features is truly expansive beyond belief and one minute you may be charging around as a rhino, the next you may be riding in a slot car or mine cart or even a jet ski as part of the bonus games.

The weapons effects are likewise perfect, with the machine gun sounds being nothing short of thunderous and the sounds of bullets whizzing past your head being just like you'd imagine them.

N64 owners yet to experience the delights of the Resident Evil games should put this on the top of their shopping list. Tense, thrilling, well-designed and addictive, Resident Evil 2 has it all.

The graphics are mindblowing, while the gameplay is perfect and easy to get to grips with. Along with the substantial variety of tracks and the fun of the multiplayer mode, CTR is an experience not to be missed.

None of the problems which plague Jet Force Gemini really prevent if from being a good game. It's not the best that Rare have ever produced, but it can still prove to be an enthralling challenge.

The only real complaint I have with Tony Hawk's is the fact that the game gets very samey after a while.

All things considered, the engine is superb and it’s surprising the poor Playstation doesn’t start smoking from the vents.

May not be the perfect game everyone expects from Square, but I challenge any FF player to get into it and not get hooked.

Seasoned gamers who are prepared to persevere will find it ultimately rewarding, however, as the stunning graphics and atmospheric sound makes it an engrossing experience.

The exhilaration of managing to lose a cop by going down a little side alley, leaving boxes overturned in your path is just superb.

It manages to be one of those rare simple-to-learn but hard-to-master games that, for the most part, end up becoming classics. Mario Golf deserves to join them. Despite the game being such fun to play, it's a bit of a shame that the courses stay soundly within the realms of the possible.

The level structure and overall design is top notch, resulting in a game which is fun and which instils the player with a feeling of progression.

This is something that shouldn't be passed up by anyone. If you are impatient with videogames or don't like GT style racing games, I suggest you at least give it a rent. Play a few hours and unlock a few cars, you'll be hooked and will love every second of it.

Whilst Namco's latest offering may lack the pedantic attention to detail and realistic physics of Gran Turismo, it makes up for it with pure, high-octane thrills. And nothing else on the PlayStation can come close...

Street Fighter Alpha 3 won't steal the profile from the more flashy entries in the fighting genre, but those who know, will find the best fighting experience next to a "Virtua Fighter 3" arcade machine.

It doesn't do a lot radically new, but it does present a decent racing challenge and an excellent two player mode.

Giant leaps, wild turns, and the mix of realistic settings and fantasy side-shows makes these some of the best courses I've seen in awhile.

The control in this game is simply its worst feature, and it will probably cause some players to grow frustrated and put this title down too early.

Despite the slight lack of originality and a couple of minor problems, Syphon Filter grabs you and doesn't let go.

An excellent game that should be embraced by all gamers (Nintendo haters and loves alike). The best party game since "Super Bomberman 2."

A worthy 3D update of the 2D classics. It's a decent third-person action game with a decent story and great atmosphere.

One of the most enjoyable first-person perspective shoot 'em ups that I've ever played. If you enjoy this style of game, don't miss it! Oh, and be sure to get one of those 4MB expansion paks so that you can enjoy it in full high-resolution splendour.

A truly remarkable achievement. Nintendo have created a beautiful game world and breathed life into it with puzzles, secrets, enemies, and loveable characters that will completely engross gamers around the globe. Stunning attention to detail is present throughout the game and is constantly evident in the visuals, audio and gameplay.

Although the gameplay is as involving as it ever was, the lack of innovation means that you feel you're playing an expansion pack for "Tomb Raider 2" than a completely new version.

Rogue Squadron is truly a great game. It has almost everything going for it, graphics, sound, gameplay, & the whole Star Wars theme. Only the semi-repetitive missions and the occasional slowdown mar it. If you are a Star Wars fan or an arcade shooter fan, this is a must buy.

The bottom line is that great presentation and compelling gameplay will win this game many friends, although more 'serious' gamers may feel that games should be more original.

Plays exceptionally well. The cool design, well-balanced weapons, challenging courses and blistering speed of the Wipeout games have been perfectly retained in the N64's first encounter with the series.

You can effectively race through the levels without being forced to solve all of the game's puzzles, which strikes me as something of a waste, and a concession to those less impatient souls that want to see all they can from a game in the shortest space of times.

We may be looking at the greatest game of the decade here.

A superb game, but possibly not to everyone's taste. It turns the 3D platform genre on its head with its fresh approach to puzzles, but it can be a frustrating experience at times. If you want something a bit different to the standard N64 fare, this is definitely worth a look.

Combining good action, dark drama, a splash of anime, and lots of Really Big Robots, this game is the must-buy Playstation RPG of the season... Square's greatest masterpiece since it started producing for Playstation, and I highly recommend this game to anyone who's even heard of "Final Fantasy."

Body Harvest is a great game. It's fresh, it's challenging and it's absolutely massive. As an action/adventure title it works superbly. In a world full of clones and sequels, it's nice to see such a fresh title.

F-Zero X is a terrific update of a classic game that deserves the attention of anyone who owns an N64.

When games such as this are developed with such style and elegance as Tenchu, this relatively new style of gameplay can be incredibly effective and enjoyable.

The extra touches, although subtle, are akin to the brushstrokes in a Leonardo Da' Vinci masterpiece. The touches on their own seem insignificant, but look at ISS'98 as a complete package, and it is an experience that can only be described as religious.

I SERIOUSLY hope that all you wonderful people out there work hard and want to produce competitive, innovative, and fun-to-play-itiive stuff one day. Not run-o'-the-mill, sloppy, choppy, moppy ol’ mediocre pooey. And hopefully not stuff like Mission: Impossible.

A breath of fresh air, a wonderful diversion, a good use of puzzle-solving energy. It’s like "Mario 64," but better. Any improvement over a game that got little but perfect ratings when it was released is an improvement to be applauded.

This game requires patience and practice - this may not make this such a great game for smaller kids or people who want to just get out there and race.

Forsaken is an excellent shoot 'em up.

There is a downside to the improved graphics. In some of the stages there is some slowdown and degradation of frame rate.

If you've the stomach for the Japanese silliness, there just might be something here for you. This game is not a true RPG however. Expect a quirky 3d platformer that is easy to play and surprisingly long.

While the package may not be quite as complete as that of Tekken 3, the things the game does well it does extremely well.

As unbelievable as it may sound, NFS III is every bit as good as "Gran Turismo"! The racing is just as good, even without the excellent "Gran Turismo" mode. I would even give NFS III the edge on graphics

Though the enemies aren't programmed well enough to follow you around many corners and elevators like they would in Turok or Bond, the surprises and just sheer craziness of attacking enemies makes Quake64 a game that freaks you out.

I can't recommend Yoshi's Story to anyone but the youngest of gamers.

The battles, the jobs, the graphics, and the extras make this a wonderful package.

Had the game lasted a little longer, and if the monsters had been a little more creative, this would be one of the best games ever made for the PSX.

This one is a clear winner, and well worth the hype. However, be warned, this game is as cute as it gets.

Takes everything that was good about the original game and adds a better variety of levels, vehicles, new weapons, and better graphics.

Gameplay is top notch. The ability to interact with the surroundings in an adventurous manner makes the game quite interesting.

You simply won't find a better space-shooter/sim on the market. This game's got it all: great plot, great missions, great sound and great fun! Psygnosis has got my vote for best PSX developer for 1997!

The music is incredible, catchy and well-written. But best of all, the concept is original.

Despite the problem of too much realism, I found that BB still keeps me playing. The relatively quick duels are addicting, even if many of them are determined by luck.

Whether it is the competitive edge in the one player mode it lacks, or the graphical style that has been employed - Extreme-G somehow doesn't beat "Wipeout 2097" in the entertainment stakes.

It doesn't really break any new ground, but it's very compulsive playing (it's got bags of that 'just one more go' syndrome) and it's just good fun to play.

Some of the best looking graphics and most involving storylines ever seen on a console.

Simply the most exciting and involving N64 game to date.

Bottom Line: Palm sweating in your face explosive action that will please both Rookie and Veteran flight sim pilots. Some of the most exciting and realistic dogfighting you'll ever experience in a PSX game. Ace Combat 2 contains the right mix of realism and arcade action to equal absolutely outstanding fun.

This game surpasses the 16 bit original in more ways than graphics. Overall, a strong game with some serious flaws.

Even considering the flaws, this game is simply a must have for almost any N64 owner. It is polished to near perfection.

This game is fun without a doubt. But, it relies too much on multi-player action.

No other fighter on the PSX has so completely combined great graphics with great gameplay and replayability. Soul Blade simply stands in a catagory by itself.

There is no doubt in my mind that this is one of the most addictive and fun games ever to hit the Playstation OR the Saturn.

One of the best games I have ever played. The graphics are superb, the gameplay out of this world. The sheer number of moves that Lara can perform is staggering.

If you were left dry by Mario 64's lack of replay value, pick this one up and get wet in the realm of replay value, 'cause that is the only thing to explain why I'm playing this game 24-7.

The graphics fly by at an astounding rate, and are so impressive that they would not look out of place in an arcade... One of the most polished packages to grace the Playstaion.

This game is the 'chill-out area' in the game nightclub, it is so peaceful, and gives a real buzz when you do well.

The five years it took to write have been well used and it is easily in contention for being one of the best games of the decade.

A great mission-based driving game and has enough to offer gamers in actual gameplay and in its brilliant reproduction of the movie's premise and character.

The part that really matters - the way the game plays- feels rushed and incomplete, which is not something all too wise when the machine you're releasing it on has the likes of (wait for it) "Pro Evolution" doing the rounds.