It's a huge step forward for the franchise and other developers will likely copy the freestyle dribbling system for years to come, but until the defensive and offensive play is better balanced, it's hard to recommend.

The game feels more "Mat Hoffman's Pro BMX v1.5" than anything else, giving you more of what you loved in the original and tacking on some minor, unnecessary extras.

With its easily whipped arcade sequences, utter lack of strategic depth, and painfully unrewarding still-screen ending sequence, DotC provides an experience about as vacuous as the cheesy flicks that inspired Cinemaware's birth.

Looks and plays like it's ten years old.

All video games should be like this [La-Z-Boy]: built so well that you never want to stop playing them. Unfortunately for Turbo Turtle Adventure, I just don't feel that way.

Even by GBA standards, leaves its players sorely wanting.

One of the most tedious, poorly-conceived 3D platform games that I've had the displeasure of slogging through. That said, it doesn't screw up the technical stuff.

The best arcade racing game available for the PlayStation 2.

Pales in comparison to the PlayStation 2 version.

A disappointment when held up against its nearly peerless PlayStation 2 counterpart.

All about an engaging single-player experience, one that's far better than that of the original game. It's a game where colorful locales, tense situations, stealthy infiltrations, and bloody battles all smoothly go hand in hand.

While the subject matter is no doubt controversial and far from being politically correct, it does make for an excellent game.

An improvement over "Real War," but only in parts. It's still a clumsy game to play with a major frustration factor.

It may not be politically correct, it may even be offensive to some, but when you come right down to it, Hitman 2 is an excellent game.

Control of the camera can be problematic at times, ranging from a minor distraction in some situations to a major problem in others.

A few AI problems keep it from reaching expectations.

A solid game that improves only marginally -- if at all -- over last year's game.

The combat system is definitely one of the best I've played with, but that's all there is. If you want character development, or even characters who aren't one-dimensional, go elsewhere.

Masterfully blending some spectacular action sequences and a unique sense of humor with elements of stealth games, first-person shooters, graphic adventures and even RPGs, the end result is a title that tops the original in every way, and stands out even among 2002's amazing crop of PC action games.

Underneath all of that polish, at its heart this is the same basic game we've been playing for years -- you'll either love it or hate it for that very reason.

It isn't "Counter-Strike," but it is a good way to waste an evening or two.

If "Gran Turismo 3" is Dom Perignon, Burnout 2 is Jack Daniels. While Dom may be a great guy, personally I'd rather hang out with Jack.

Impressive for a handheld title. It just happens to lack the same joyful rush granted by superior titles such as "Mario Kart Super Circuit," "F-Zero," or even Konami's underrated "Krazy Racers."

A no-brainer for hockey fans. The gameplay is completely customizable, the controls are tight, and the franchise mode is fairly deep.

The balance between pleasing hardcore gamers while pleasing Joe Gamer is astounding.

Classic monsters and load of pumpkins can't make up for repetitive gaming action.

A potentially rewarding but decidedly punishing experience.

A disappointing expansion for Heroes IV. The few new items available could've easily been available for free, while the biggest change to the game - multiplayer -- is already free.