While far from perfect, it is easily the best surfing game on the market, but more importantly, it's also a fun game.

Ultimately, Earth 2150 delivers complex and challenging gameplay - and even an absorbing story.

Meant to be dark and atmospheric. It's set in a strange amusement park. And when it makes sense, it can be fairly creepy. Unfortunately, it doesn't make sense very often.

It can be endlessly frustrating, but it also has most of the elements that make the Jagged Alliance series so outstanding.

It enhances a number of the original game's features, adds a handful of new ones, and, ultimately, it will undoubtedly please racing enthusiasts and interested beginners alike.

The inclusion of different gameplay elements drag down what is otherwise an oftentimes surprisingly playable game.

Awkward level design and poor presentation make the 2000 release of Q*Bert a dull endeavor, to say the least.

Why only three CPU opponents? Why only support for two human players? Why can't the CPU race on custom tracks? The Dreamcast could have done better.

While the innovative game mechanics are challenging and fun at first, they quickly become frustrating where precise or fast control is needed.

The game's incomplete interface, uneven pacing, and typical units all serve to make it less interesting than it might have been.

As solid a game as any of its predecessors.

A worthy enough "sequel" to the original and can deliver an adequate number of thrills, though nothing unique or surprising.

If you're a hard-core video game wrestling fan with a cadre of game systems, there are better choices.

The less than engaging storyline and the heavy focus on defensive missions holds the game back and keeps it from being as good as the classics.

If you're in the mood for a game where each event is reasonably well designed and integrated into a greater, meatier whole, then Infogrames' Xtreme Sports should prove satisfying.

Massages the retinas quite well, but the cheap AI and random power-ups place an unwanted emphasis on luck instead of skill.

The graphics may be unparalleled in the series, but fans of the series will be greatly disappointed by the lack of innovation and features.

Unfortunately, Prye's adventures aren't anywhere near as exciting as they might sound because of the game's poor control, its awkward camera angles, and its simplistic and repetitive story.

FIFA 2001 isn't flawless, but the game is extremely well rounded and it excels in every category.

More than the sum of its parts, and its effective combination of three genres makes for an adventure that can be enthralling despite its many problems.

The game can often be humorous, especially if you pay attention to the details in the scenery and the minigames you'll occasionally come across - but it still isn't especially exciting.

A worthy enough "sequel" to the original and can deliver an adequate number of thrills, though nothing unique or surprising.

Despite its ineffectual audio, Bugs & Taz: Time Busters does an excellent job of capturing the humor and personality that the Looney Tunes franchise embodies.

Though it has a few extra features like higher-quality full-motion video and an improved "dinosaur encyclopedia," it's really just an average game that you'd do well to pass up.

It's a fantastic introduction to the MechWarrior series for those who haven't yet discovered it, and it should have enough depth to keep veterans involved for a long time.

Blade lacks the energy of the film, the feel of the comic, and the standards set by other games in its genre.

Surprisingly one of the most satisfying role-playing experiences to be found on the PlayStation.

Die-hard action-game players will find the game far too easy and much too tedious to be of any real value, but children and Dr. Seuss fans should be well satisfied.

Features good level designs and a bit of variation on the tried-and-tried-again Tomb Raider formula, but there's too little in the way of innovation to make it seem like anything more than just another trip to the cash cow.

If you look up the definition of the word "poor" in a dictionary, there's a good chance you'll see Army Men: Sarge's Heroes 2 staring back at you.

Despite barely making the grade graphically, the game plays like a dream... A mere $40 investment stands between you and one of the best arcade-style motorcycle racing games the PlayStation has to offer.

Though the game isn't perfect, it is a wonderful accomplishment on the part of the developers, and it is simply very fun to play.

The Dreamcast version's graphical flaws manage to wreck anything the game has going for it, leaving behind an ugly, unplayable mess.

An interesting take on a classic concept, but as with many reinterpretations of canonical standards, it isn't better than its source material.

Seven modes of play, but none offer any real incentive to keep you playing the game past the first few beaches.

While GC introduces some new gameplay conventions - such as the customizable weapons and controllable vehicle - that weren't attempted by the original Half-Life, it's nothing that prior user-created mods like Chemical Existence haven't done before.

The game has the worst combination of problems a boxing game could possibly have: sloppy controls, horrid animation, and poor collision detection. These detrimental factors ultimately make HBO boxing a bigger waste of money than the Tyson vs. Golata fight.

The solid gameplay from the first game is there, and the game has more than enough modes to keep you entertained, but overall, WWF SmackDown! 2 is simply more of the same.

The challenging breadth of the adventure, the richly detailed graphics, varied gameplay, killer sound, and multiplayer mode all fuse into one amazingly fun experience.

The game suffers from jerky animation, frequent instances of mindless AI, bland commentary, and a lack of options such as a franchise mode and online play.

If multiplayer is not a big factor for you, Rogue Spear's single-player game is certainly worth the price of admission. It's long and challenging, and it features a unique style of gameplay that mixes thoughtful planning with tense action.

Even if you like the basic premise and action of the game, a number of very serious flaws quickly sap its entertainment value.

SWD might seem like some half-baked attempt to cash in on the Star Wars license, though it's actually a competently executed game.

Overall, 007 Racing isn't polished enough to fill the needs of objective-based driving game fans. Fans of these types of games would be better served by "Driver 2."

If you've stuck with THQ through its early WCW games and WWF Wrestlemania 2000, No Mercy may not be fresh enough to hold your attention.

If a good 16-bit shooter is what you're looking for, you could do a lot better elsewhere.

One of the best adventure games in years.

Those who've seen and played "Madden" on the PlayStation 2 will immediately see the difference and recognize that NFL GameDay 2001 is merely a PlayStation game posing as a PlayStation 2 product.

Its average gameplay and uninteresting levels create a game that doesn't warrant attention.

Fans of the show or Greek mythology will enjoy controlling the familiar characters. Hercules isn't godly, but as a whole it's a decent adventure.

A standard pool game with overly simplified control and fewer game modes than most other pool games on the market. Maximum Pool's only saving grace is its online play.

Those that are willing to overlook the game's graphical imperfections and can grapple with its relatively steep learning curve will be rewarded with a fully satisfying game experience.

If you're an RPG fan looking for some lighter fare, Torneko is a charming little adventure that manages to push the nostalgia button without feeling overly dated.

While other recently ported Capcom titles such as "Dino Crisis" are judged a little more harshly against today's standards, Resident Evil 3 Nemesis remains a very worthwhile game even though not much has been added to the translation.

Younger children will be delighted to be at the controls, but seasoned gamers will want to look elsewhere for a more polished and challenging experience.

While it does have some new features and still plays well, it actually falls short of its two predecessors in the important area of multiplayer support.

Bottom line: You can't find a pool sim that looks and plays as much like the real thing as Virtual Pool 3 does.

So if you're looking to immerse yourself in a finely honed Star Trek gameworld -- or if you just like plenty of action -- then The Fallen is definitely worth checking out.

It has a variety of high-quality tracks, and it controls well and looks good. If you can afford only one motocross game, then "Motocross Madness 2" is still the best.

Those who want a deeper, more satisfying platform adventure should probably save this for a weekend rental.

A lack of any significant refinement or incremental upgrades and graphics that haven't stood the test of time make FIFA 2001 a pale upgrade to last year's FIFA title.

Everyone who liked the first game is going to love Driver 2- - the new types of missions, cities, and gameplay features, as well as a fantastic, original story, make Driver 2 a winner.

While the gameplay is on par with the original versions of the games, the original versions managed to look and sound a bit better than Midway's N64 renditions.

Fails to take advantage of the Dreamcast hardware, resulting in a game that is structurally sound but visually average by Dreamcast standards.

It won't keep you entertained forever, but if you can get around its lack of length, Cannon Spike delivers.

Konami's sights may be locked dead on the retrogaming audience, but Gradius III & IV are both excellent, albeit incredibly difficult, games in their own right.

Stunning visuals and sounds. The only question is whether you are willing to sit down and play the game, with its continuously redundant nature.

As with Final Fantasy VII and VIII, the music arrangements are distinctly synthesized and sound 16-bit.

Makes a good attempt, but its inconsistencies and shoddy control detract from the overall experience. It has the benefit of being instantly playable, but on the flip side, the game is also instantly forgettable.

While it may have been aimed at a younger audience, the game mechanics aren't necessarily simple enough for the kids to grasp easily and subsequently enjoy fully.

Those simply looking for a good PlayStation golf game are better off looking at the Hot Shots series than picking up this antiquated, middle-of-the-road golf game.

No matter how big of a fan of the UFC you may be, the game's poor control and graphics just simply ruin the game and make it totally unenjoyable.

While a solid offering that represents its respective license quite well, Looney Tunes Racing isn't the genre-busting piece of software that a last-generation game is supposed to be.

If you've got the patience it takes to play through seven initially boring levels and acclimate yourself to the game's confining camera work, the final 24 levels represent some of the finest gaming that money can buy. It's pretty, it's funny, and it's pretty funny - the way a Disney game should be.

Although NCCA Final Four 2001 features relatively entertaining arcade-style hoops action, the game's subpar graphics, lack of options, annoying control flaws, and lack of on-court atmosphere keep it from meeting those expectations.

A fun game that will undoubtedly impress those who've never played the original.

Don't be fooled by its cuddly exterior. With 20 tracks, four battle arenas, and a plenitude of hidden characters and cheats to unlock, Mickey's Speedway USA has enough substance to keep even the most dedicated kart racing fanatics coming back for more.

Not only a poorly realized party game, it's also a boring one to boot.

Layers and layers of flaws completely negate any strong points the game could have had. If you absolutely must play Urban Chaos, do yourself a favor and play the PC version.

The game mechanics aren't necessarily simple enough for the kids to grasp easily and subsequently enjoy fully. The various minigames that dot the disc are often amusing, but the game's questionable mechanics detract from its overall quality.

It ultimately does what few updated classics do well - it brings new concepts to a well-known game while keeping the fun and magic of the original game.

Although a notch or two away from being a true masterpiece, Skies of Arcadia is one of the best Dreamcast RPGs to date.

When the game is over, which is very quickly, you'll hardly remember a thing about it.

It's nothing that we haven't seen before in some regard, but its variations on the established theme make the experience at least somewhat different from the rest.

It ultimately does what few updated classics do well, bringing new concepts to a well known game while keeping the fun and magic of the original game.

A game that is accessible enough for the younger crowd, yet it still packs enough challenge and quality production that more mature gamers will appreciate it too.

A first-person shooter has finally arrived that's so stylish, so ingenious, so well written, so well acted, and otherwise so great that this review won't have to include the expression "it's no Half-Life" - except for right there.

Unfortunately, after a few hours of play, it quickly becomes apparent that the only thing undone by the Grinch is your own personal satisfaction.

Isn't a very long game, yet the combat can be enjoyable enough to make it worth playing through more than once -- but that's only if you can ever get used to the awkward shifts in the perspective, which can make the game very frustrating to play.

A vastly simplified game, and while some of the changes are for the better, as a stand-alone game, it doesn't offer enough challenge or variety.

The definition of a sleeper -- a marvelous little racer that deserves a little more limelight than it has received so far. In truth, the game excels on all fronts, providing a deep sim-based RC experience, with an intuitive control scheme accessible enough for anyone to pick up.

For those of us who have played the first game, Ready 2 Rumble Boxing: Round 2 wears thin quickly, as little aside from the game's character lineup has changed.

Fans of either series would do well to check the game out.

Utterly exciting and addictive. Counter-Strike is a model of its kind and a thrilling action game.

A light and enjoyable sim for those who don't want to have to invest hundreds of hours learning a much more detailed, complex simulation.

Players who're new to the Monkey Island series may get the sense while playing the game that they're watching a bunch of old friends regale each other with old in-jokes; it's easy to feel as if you're being left out of the fun if you don't catch the references.

A novel idea, but in the end, it doesn't have enough variation to make it worthwhile. This one is only for the hard-core WCW fan.

Younger children will be delighted to be at the controls, but seasoned gamers will want to look elsewhere for a more polished and challenging experience.