Majesco's portable shooter is a decent distraction, but not much more.

Hexic 2's new multiplayer mode adds frenetic new fun to an already-sharp puzzle game.

There is no doubt that Ecco the Dolphin shows its age, but it's still one of the most unique games out there. Watching Ecco leap out of the water and navigate the murky depths is still a lot of fun. You'll probably want to pass on this rendition of Ecco's adventure if you've played it on other systems because the improvements don't enhance the gameplay experience all that much.

An awkward interface and visual problems take the shine off of this well-intentioned D&D role-playing game.

At times shocking and always intense, Persona 3 is not a game you are likely to forget.

The best part of Luminous Arc is its balanced and accessible gameplay, though it lacks some narrative depth.

Heroes of Mana is an ambitious and sloppy game that will both entertain and infuriate you.

Despite a totally different visual style and the introduction of combat, Rune Factory still delivers a relatively straight-ahead Harvest Moon experience.

Fatal Fury Special is the cornerstone of this collection. If that means anything to you, Fatal Fury Battle Archives Volume 1 might be worth a look.

Madden NFL 08 is a significant step forward for the series, bringing to the table features that are legitimately game-changing.

Madden NFL 08 is a significant step forward for the series, bringing to the table features that are legitimately game-changing.

It's not the revelation that last year's debut was, but Madden NFL 08 is a worthy follow-up and a fun game in its own right.

The older console versions of Madden 08 offer a few control upgrades and a couple of bizarre new modes, but otherwise, this might as well be last year's game.

Madden NFL 08 is a good handheld football game, but it offers little new content to make it worthwhile to those who already bought last year's game.

Madden NFL 08 is a solid, feature-rich football game. Furthermore, all of the various minor improvements make it the best Madden to hit the DS yet.

Beyond a roster update and a couple of small additions, there's little to Madden NFL 08 on the PC to make it worthwhile to anyone who bought last year's game.

The older console versions of Madden 08 offer a few control upgrades and a couple of bizarre new modes, but otherwise, this might as well be last year's game.

The older console versions of Madden 08 offer a few control upgrades and a couple of bizarre new modes, but otherwise, this might as well be last year's game.

Frame rate and control issues aside, Tomb Raider: Anniversary remains a dynamic and exciting adventure.

Piyotama is a good little puzzle game that's available at the right price.

Track & Field holds up fairly well and makes for some good, albeit short-term, fun.

Fare Wars offers up the first two Dreamcast Crazy Taxi games on the PSP, though neither game has held up particularly well.

Despite various minor improvements, Mega Man Star Force isn't significantly different than the GBA Battle Network games.

Despite various minor improvements, Mega Man Star Force isn't significantly different than the GBA Battle Network games.

Despite various minor improvements, Mega Man Star Force isn't significantly different than the GBA Battle Network games.

Boogie's gameplay mix of singing and dancing is an interesting idea, but it's poorly executed.

Forget about flight-sim physics and just enjoy this dumbed-down take on air combat over the Pacific in World War II.

The unique blend of action and strategy in Glory Days 2 will make you wish the campaign lasted a little longer.