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For 1,193 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 72% higher than the average critic
  • 3% same as the average critic
  • 25% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 3.9 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 79
Highest review score: 100 Project Gotham Racing 2
Lowest review score: 20 Fear Factor: Unleashed
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 778 out of 1193
  2. Mixed: 337 out of 1193
  3. Negative: 78 out of 1193
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Microsoft Flight Simulator X
    The MS Flight Simulator X is resource-intensive, so even though there are low settings for all graphics and activity options, to get the most out of this latest version of the state-of-the-art civilian flying software you'll want to run it on the fastest hardware you can get your hands on.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Just Cause
    What really keeps this game from being a success is the issue of length. The main story isn’t particularly long, and though there are side missions to do for either faction, these aren’t nearly as engaging as the story missions.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria
    If you can get past the stiff difficulty, it has all the elements of a great RPG with its intriguing storyline, compelling combat and deep game mechanics.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dance Dance Revolution SuperNOVA
    Basically, Dance Dance Revolution: Supernova is primarily a party game and if you use it in that capacity, I’m sure it will be money well spent. The addition of a robust single player experience also adds a new dimension to the DDR series.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Godfather: Mob Wars
    Personally, I would have liked to see either stronger turn based elements or a better balance between that and the action elements.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Okami
    Okami achieves what so many games strive for but most fail to deliver upon by providing an experience that feels lovingly crafted in each of its elements without sacrificing length or originality.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Godfather
    With the little additions, I’d say that this is definitely the version to own, as it simply has that much more to offer.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Cabela's Alaskan Adventures
    All in all, while occasionally entertaining, the hunting sequences of this game just aren’t fun enough to appeal to most people and that’s all this game really has going for it given that the minigames aren’t even worth mentioning.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Samurai Warriors 2
    Provided the series hasn’t gotten stale for you yet, there is a lot of value here. With 26 characters and a 2 player co-op mode to play, you can sink quite a few hours into this game.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Company of Heroes
    This game can be a complete frustration, requiring careful, specific, and tactical gameplay. However, it is more than worth the effort to learn. If you are willing to slug through that, you’ll find an excellent title that will likely end up being one of the year’s best.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Faces of War
    Is there something good here? Yes, Faces of War is quite original and that’s good. However, it is marred by bad design choices, and in the end I’d just wait for the next iteration of this game.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Harvest Moon DS
    It follows the Harvest Moon formula to the letter, and that ultimately makes it just as good as previous installments in the series.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Joint Task Force
    As far as my ears went, I think the jarringly bad voice acting, especially with units that are talking regularly, is what really killed me.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy
    My one complaint with this game is the flashing text. If you don’t have a 2nd player, the game continuously flashes ‘Insert Controller’, which can’t be turned off.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bomberman
    It is still a little too expensive for my tastes though, as Bomberman still doesn’t have that wide appeal that’s going to make it a good buy for everyone.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Rengoku II: The Stairway to H.E.A.V.E.N.
    Only marginally better then its predecessor and still suffers from many of the exact same flaws that made the first game so dismal.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Cooking Mama
    Just keep in mind that while there are a lot of different things to do, this experience is definitely best enjoyed in short bursts.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    NASCAR 07
    Most fans will more then get their money out of it especially if you missed last year’s version, but otherwise you might need to decide if the enhancements are enough to purchase again.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Test Drive Unlimited
    Aspects such as the control of the different cars which are rewarding to drive, the different cars handling noticeably, well different, and the AI reacting to your movements all gives the races some flare.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Yakuza
    Yakuza isn’t the cleanest title I’ve ever seen, but it is well executed and fun. I’d call this game an unqualified success.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    LocoRoco
    Loco Roco isn’t a bad game. It starts off strong, but as you progress through the levels you start expecting some sort of twist to the gameplay, but it never comes.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Def Jam: Fight for NY: The Takeover
    Def Jam succeeds by using its license to the fullest and provides a satisfying Hip Hop themed fighter.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Enchanted Arms
    I wasn’t impressed much by the game’s visuals. They don’t seem to offer much beyond any other game, unless you like drab pre-rendered backgrounds and some remarkably not-stunning character designs.
    • 34 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Bomberman Act: Zero
    This game has less to see than most budget titles I’ve seen, and it still carries a top shelf price tag.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Disgaea 2: Cursed Memories
    The gameplay is deep, fun and exciting but to fully enjoy it you’ll also have to enjoy manipulating some unintuitive and at times dense mechanics. Nippon Ichi’s writing and humor is top notch, but as with the gameplay, its wackiness might turn some people off.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Saints Row
    It is so easy to die in this game that you may not notice you’re dead until after you realize you’ve been shot at.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Star Fox Command
    A lack of variety and challenge however stand in the way of this game being a resounding success.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 07
    Madden 07 doesn’t take an revolutionary leaps this year but does make some strides with new gameplay modes and gameplay tweaks.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 07
    Pretty much an unqualified success. It provides a strong primary gameplay mode, something that’s complex and yet easy to get into, while still rounding out the game with enjoyable minigames.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Payout Poker & Casino
    Even though you can play poker, the game itself tries to be an all encompassing casino experience and that made me feel a little lacking. Still, there are an awful lot of games to play and the challenge of getting to those bigger casinos is a substantial one.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dirge of Cerberus: Final Fantasy VII
    Ultimately this game is easy to recommend to FF7 fans who want one more visit with their favorite characters. But for shooter fans that don’t quite care so much for FF7, there are far better shooters out there.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Ninety-Nine Nights
    Personally, it works for me as there’s just something about see enemy legions running down a hill side in formation and then charging into battle.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Pirates: Legend of the Black Buccaneer
    This title’s one saving grace is its 20 dollar price tag, but even at 20 dollars I’d still rather walk the plank then play this game.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Xyanide
    The game itself does a good job of masking the appearance of the field, maintaining an illusion of 3D, and keeping the graphics consistent.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    DarkStar One
    With a bit more beefed up graphics and a major fix on the controls it would have been a must buy, still, there is an awful lot of fun to be had playing Darkstar One.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Dead Rising
    The presentation of Dead Rising is close to being the best I’ve ever seen. Massive amounts of zombies, store shelves that are completely stocked with goods (the supermarket is especially impressive), and a creepy soundtrack frames the game well.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting
    You will find yourself fighting the controls never really finding a comfort zone. Once you manage to work within the limitations of the controller, you will find the second exception. The online play is a bit laggy and unstable.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    FlatOut 2
    If the game controlled better, and didn't fall victim to one of the most annoying problems that racing games can face, it might be worth it. For me, however, I'll be going elsewhere.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Tekken: Dark Resurrection
    It is easily the best fighting game to ever be released on handheld and is every bit as enjoyable as its console and arcade counterparts.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords
    There's not a whole lot you couldn't live without if you stayed with the original and passed on the upgrade. However, those enhancements and fixes combined with the elaborate, well-researched and intriguing scenarios just manage to put this sub-product over the top.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    CivCity: Rome
    Sadly, its similarity to earlier titles and it's somewhat mechanical game play, this one gets a Fans Only for fans of city sims and fans of all things ancient or ancient Roman.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The Ant Bully
    It’s simply another in a long line of cookie cutter games that won’t really add anything to your collection.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Painkiller: Hell Wars
    There are games that stand out, and then there are games that are just good. Painkiller doesn't really break any new ground, but it presents an experience that was satisfying throughout.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Warpath
    Common and uninteresting, this game stands out only in that one of the factions eerily like Cylons from Battlestar Galactica.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Cloning Clyde
    Overall, this is my favorite Arcade game for the simple fact it is original. The humor, graphics, puzzles and challenge level all feel great.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Miami Vice: The Game
    The story feels like it’s over before it really has a chance to get going. Most players will finish the game in about 7 hours.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth
    On its own merits Valkyrie Profile is easy to recommend, but given the relative lack of high quality RPG’s on the PSP, it’s a definite must buy.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    NCAA Football 07
    With great multiplayer (I mean, it’s a sports game, so it figures), and a wealth of different gameplay options, this is a title that should keep you entertained for a good long while.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Super Dragon Ball Z
    The problem is, most games of this type offer a significant price break, something that seems to be missing from this game.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Prey (2006)
    I can sum this up with one tired phrase. Been there, done that. There’s a little bit here that’s new, and the game looks great (and just like "Doom 3"), but this is really just covering the same old ground.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Prey
    Prey offers solid FPS action with enough new elements to keep things interesting. As with most FPSs these days, the real action in online and Prey won’t disappoint here either.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Pirates of the Caribbean: The Legend of Jack Sparrow
    The combat needed to be tons better to be really enjoyable.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Pirates of the Caribbean: The Legend of Jack Sparrow
    Stay away from this game! It might have the voice of Johnny Depp, but it’s got the looks of something that crawled out of Godzilla’s throat, and the personality to match.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Micro Machines V4
    It is best played in short doses because of its inability to hold the average player’s attention for no longer then 30 or 40 minutes at a stretch.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Titan Quest
    Using Greek mythology as its base, Titan’s Quest takes a solid, balanced, and low risk gameplay approach. Although it’s not going to redefine a game genre, RPG fans will be more then satisfied.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    NFL Head Coach
    An excellent first attempt. There are a number of tweaks that will improve the gameplay if it’s turned into a series and it has plenty of potential.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Moscow to Berlin: Red Siege
    A solid game with a slightly underachieving AI.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Street Fighter Alpha Anthology
    The only thing I can say in particular is that I love the addition of Gem Fighter.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Armored Core: Last Raven
    This is the Dynasty Warriors of mech games, and much like how that franchise is solidly enjoyable, so goes Armored Core.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    MotoGP '06
    A superb game. Well done, complex, and challenging, it presents an experience that is worth the play. It suffers only in difficulty and specialization. If you’re into simulation racing games, you’ll like this game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Race Driver 2006
    The variety will give you motivated to keep playing.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Gradius Collection
    In fact, for serious fans, I’d say the greatest credit to this title is that I couldn’t discern any flaw or difference between it and the Gradius arcade versions.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories
    This is an enjoyable game, to be sure, but if you’re trying to choose a GTA title where you had none, this definitely isn’t the one to start with.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The Movies: Stunts & Effects
    All in all, if you enjoyed The Movies, your experience is only a fraction of what it could have been without the Stunts and Effects expansion.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Cars
    The game is simply too easy and over too soon.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Hitman: Blood Money
    The slick gameplay, the innovative assassinations and the fact that between hits you are dealing with a rival agency that is eliminating your contacts and coming after you, makes this a first class action title.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Field Commander
    It has strong multiplayer capability with the PSP’s wireless functionality, and a satisfying single player game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Rockstar Games presents Table Tennis
    Although this game obviously isn’t for everyone, it has solid features and great multiplayer functionality. If you’re into sports titles, this is a must have.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Da Vinci Code
    It looks nice, plays well if you can avoid combat, and has enough puzzles to keep you intrigued for a while.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    X-Men: The Official Game
    Definitely a fun game. It is short, as all franchise games tend to be, and it does suffer from substantially frustrating issues, but that doesn't kill the experience.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    New Super Mario Bros.
    An excellent game and one that you should seriously consider purchasing if only for the sheer amount of fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Rise of Nations: Rise of Legends
    Bottom line, if you liked Rise of Nations (and there were few who didn’t), Rise of Legends will be right up your ally.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Over the Hedge
    The gameplay executed in Over the Hedge for the most part performs acceptably, but it's thin and repetitive.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars
    The scantily clad female characters, the brutal mob beating, and pool-of-blood style of violence get this game an M rating.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Dreamfall: The Longest Journey
    Fighting is a joke, the game seems to involve far too much stealth for its own good, and the single gameplay improvement they've made provides you exactly zero real benefit.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day!
    Be careful should you choose to pick this up, it has a nasty habit of making addicts out of your family members that normally don’t care for games.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tomb Raider: Legend
    If there were a few more hours here, it would’ve been a really A+ title, but as it stands it’s still a good purchase.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Battlefield 2: Modern Combat
    Mostly, this game is just another semi-realistic FPS.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Odama
    Odama is a sheep in wolf's clothing. If it were truly weird, and perhaps a bit simpler, it could've been really fun. As it is, I feel like I'm playing the umpteenth reskin of an old pinball game that I picked up in the bargain bin.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Tourist Trophy
    Bottom line here is that the polish and attention to detail has transferred well to make the gameplay solid and something to keep coming back to.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    From Russia With Love
    One of those games that doesn’t set out to have any huge impact on game design or execution. It does however make sure that what it puts forth is solid and entertaining.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Beatmania
    With some small tweaks, this would’ve been a title worth playing, but then it would’ve just been another "Frequency" or "Amplitude." My verdict? Pass.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Far Cry Instincts Predator
    There’s a hell of a lot of work here that doesn’t add up to a tremendously great game. I think games like this really serve as an example of how important it is to pay attention to the gameplay. Games need a good control feel, it’s as simple as that.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Untold Legends: The Warrior's Code
    If you've been hacking and slashing your way through similar games like Baldur's Gate and Champions of Norrath, Untold Legends 2: The Warrior's Code won't blow you away. It's still very much the same kind of game, but that doesn't mean its any worse.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Rumble Roses XX
    A shallow, hyper-sexualized wrestling game that makes up its lack of finesse with an absurd amount of flash. It might be worth a rent to ogle the ladies, but beyond that, avoid it completely.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers
    If they could've fixed the little gameplay flaws and put a good script in the hands of the voice actors, it would've meant so much in this game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Space Rangers 2: Rise of the Dominators
    There’s a ton of things to do but don’t give up on it too early. It may take a couple of times playing before the full scope and possibilities of the game is clear.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII
    Graphically, Blazing Angels is actually much less impressive in motion than the screenshots would imply.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Godfather
    Fans of the movie can’t go wrong here, and likewise, fans of free-roaming, non-linear action titles have a lot to love here as well. It might not be an offer you can outright refuse, but it comes pretty close.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Suikoden V
    The slow start and heaver tilt toward exploration may turn off some who need a steady dose of action, but for the rest of us find Suikoden V worth the time.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Acid 2
    It’s bigger and better, yes, but still essentially the same game – a boon for some and a whole bunch of “boos” for others.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Godfather
    Instead of walking you through a calmly paced, occasionally tense New York from the film, you'll have all sorts of ways to smash and crash your way through this game.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
    The detail on the buildings, armor and other characters is just mind blowing. Again, if there was every any question about the $60 price tag, it will be gone within the first 5 minutes of playing.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Outfit
    Probably the most notable issue however is driving the various vehicles which can be extremely cumbersome.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter
    At times challenging, and at others simply frustrating, you’ll need keen wits and grace under fire to deal with the obstacles presented in this title.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pursuit Force
    It’s just really flat out good looking.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams
    By stepping from an action packed exploration and puzzle game into a full blown action title, Dawn of Dreams has managed to breathe new life into this series. I heartily recommend it.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Burnout Revenge
    An unqualified success, and in my opinion, should be a must have for any Xbox 360 owner.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth II
    It helps all the more if you can recognize the subtle genius in zerging an enemy base with a battalion of Lothlórien elves, but even if you can’t, it’s still worth a long look.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    24: The Game
    The camera is a constant pain, general movement can be challenging at times, and even aiming can be extremely cumbersome.
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