The gameplay is great, and feels right at home on the PSP. The controls are quite comfortable, and (expect for the lack of camera control on a second analog stick) work just as well as the console iterations.

I’m not blown away, I’m merely shackled to my PS2 with unheard-of addictiveness.

Pretty competitive A.I., sometimes it comes across as a little bit uneven but it always seems to provide a decent challenge.

Scavenger hunts, space battles, joyrides through town – it's all here, and very little of it works. If you were to play each and every stage independently it might be Ok, but it's hard to get past the repetition that develops within each stage type.

I really liked how the developers of Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi went “outside the box” when creating this game and didn’t stick to the formula that the other Budokai set up.

There's hardly anything original about this game, and the plot is tired and uninspiring. I'll still watch the show on TV, and save the game for my child to play in a few years (yes, it will be "retro" by then!).

A2M knew their target, and didn't shortchange the kids, as is too often the case. The game is fairly easy, but has some challenging elements, and offers a good variety of game modes.

A nice little program that really brings little new to the series as a whole, other than supplying gamers with a seamless environment.

Aside from a few awkward moments, Sniper Elite is a perfectly entertaining game that handles sniper action as good as any other action game.

Stubbs makes his way to the finish line a little lethargic and humdrum. That's not to say that Stubbs didn't offer an entertaining night out on the town. I never knew eating someone's brain could be fun.

The controls take a bit of getting used to – if you are a first-time player – but are generally well designed and you should be able to understand them quickly – using them practically to score big points is another matter.

Currently the best poker game currently in the market, but I would still hold out for something better (Hopefully "Stacked").

I was once obsessed with the idea of Fable. Now that a new version of it has been released and still hasn't delivered on the promises of Peter Molyneux, it's a tad disappointing.

The only thing bad about this is that the story is really short especially if you are a veteran Tony Hawk player, other than that this game is a blast to play.

A great game that would excel even if it didn’t make excellent use of it’s license, which it most certainly does.

Is it the next "Half-Life"? It may very well be since anticipation for a sequel is rising every day as more and more play F.E.A.R. for the first time.

I found with the limitless possibilities for strategy coupled with the multiplayer capability to be a game with a pretty decent shelf life.

A true fighting game that is destined to become an instant classic. Much like the film it's packed with a great story, moody atmosphere and lots of action.

Path of Radiance radiates with the same wonderful, addictive qualities as the GBA originals. The massive, lengthy battles of the past have been greatly expanded, increasing the length and difficulty that you'll have to endure.

The scenarios are both challenging and interesting and there’s even some CSI-like crime scene investigating.

Devil Kings isn’t a bad game it’s just a game that doesn’t offer anything new and exciting that we have played before in another game.

Night of the Quinkan has a really nice control scheme and plays really well. The platforming elements, racing, and combat are all really tuned well.

A nicely designed game for pre-teen and teen girls, and moreover, one that doesn’t condescend.

If you have played a SOCOM game in the past, not much has changed, it's a tightly controlled game.

The fact that the mountain is alive and teeming with other skiers makes this game that much better because it has a feeling of more realism in comparison to the other games in the series.

While there are things that could be improved upon this game will capture you for many hours while you are trying to just get one more win.

It has one of the better battle systems in an RPG but could have used some revisions to spice up the gameplay a little.

The version to pass on.

Stunning graphics (especially for a handheld version) really impart a sense of speed and frantic gameplay as you shred your way down the mountain.

Linear levels and some suspect AI (mobs that run at you until either they or you are dead) detract a bit from the game, but the controls are intuitive and there is a diverse amount of weapons and vehicles you can use to liven up the game. The pacing is great.

The story isn’t worth a second of your time. A crappy story makes for a crappy RPG. Artistically Square Enix is on par with their top titles ("Final Fantasy," "Parasite Eve" and "Xenogears" excluded – they're still the best). But no matter what I do I can't get past the story.

The forced or rushed feeling of this title just weighs too heavy on me. And with the lacking graphics and clunky gameplay, this title just fails on all levels.

Completely unbalanced because of the AI problems. One minute the computer is a super solider the next minute a complete idiot.

The controls for this game are really well done. What is not so well done is the enemy AI, seeing the crashing scenes a billion times, and not even getting to properly customize the cars yourself.

Not a huge departure from previous SSX games, SSX on Tour is still the best extreme snowboarding game available.

This year March Madness may provide you with an enjoyable game of basketball, but even with the new defensive features and improved Dynasty Mode, 06 still somehow gets ousted from the tournament earlier than expected.

As basic as a first-person shooter can come. No jumping, no full-speed running and shooting, no original or interesting play mechanics that make you say, "Who needs bullets, I've got a paintball gun!"

The most exhilarating ride down the slopes you'll have this generation.

The frequent backtracking gets annoying, but given that Oogie's Revenge is like Devil May Cry and was developed by Capcom, it still manages to provide a memorable experience.

I can FINALLY feel comfortable letting my kids play an MMORPG game, and can also feel comfortable leaving the room for a bit knowing that I won’t have to listen to crying about someone killing them in the game or asking me that dreaded question at dinner “Dad … what does this four letter word mean”?

Combining fun mini-games, hot fashion items and an entertaining story, it doesn’t get any better than this game.

The game does have some linear aspects and is mission-based, but this is a smart game that draws players into the storyline and backs the content angle up with solid graphics, smart AI and great audio tracks.

The framerate is smooth, the controls are mostly standard for the genre and the game does not require you to think too much – but you had better react quickly.

The scope of this game is huge and there is so much to do it is baffling.

Bigger, tougher, meaner, and more next-gen. Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow fills every part of the Nintendo DS's two-inch screen with new bosses, levels, and dozens of backdrops that are drop-dead gorgeous.

Despite the occasionally erratic opponent AI and the small framerate stutters here and there, this is still a solid game of hockey. The game modes are decent enough with 3 on 3 Countdown being one of the most enjoyable.

If you don't mind the repetitiveness of using the stylus during the gameplay then you should love this game.

Tons of new animations on offense, and some slight improvements with the A.I really help get this series back on track.

A no-brainer, especially for hardcore basketball fanatics. Although displaying its fair share of problems, the overwhelming fun factor of the game more than overshadows the lack of realism.

To the diehard fans, those who love soccer and/or can't go through a year without playing the latest FIFA, this is a must-buy.

If you love playing tabletop-strategy board games, or strategy games in general then you will love Diplomacy. It offers hours upon hours of gameplay that will keep you entertained for months to come.

The new weather system may not be a total revitalization of the series, but it does make it interesting to play the levels different ways.

Sadly, poor enemy and ally AI make for a frustrating action game that could have been better than this.

The clever things these worms can do is impressive - parachuting, calling in airstrikes, blowing up explosive objects for an even bigger bang is all overshadowed by a really ugly aiming system. It's a crying shame.

Soccer fans rejoice! FIFA 06 is, by far, the best soccer game EA Sports has ever produced for the Xbox.

It exceeds even last year's excellent game in almost every way.

Dragonshard has a great mix of solid gameplay, good features, and a beautiful world.

Generally speaking this is a decent game that with a bit more polish could have proved to fix some of the technical issues and improved the overall experience of the game as a whole.

Those gamers looking for countless battle strategies with a variety of units and numerous possibilities will find this title to be a good bet.

Morning’s Wrath is an indie RPG with Ultima-style graphics, Diablo 2-esque gameplay but a compelling central character and a solid story.

A snoozer. Dull combat, no innovative puzzles, no thought-provoking gameplay – nothing that a gamer of any age could possibly love. It's a disappointment and should be avoided like every other bland movie game released.

The clunky gameplay, repetitive battles, and the lack of a lengthy quest and hardly any replay value guarantee that Never Ending Tomorrow will never achieve the success it could (possibly ... maybe) have.

The first half the game isn’t nearly as enjoyable as the last half. If only they could have packed in more exciting moments to keep you interested in the story, maybe it would attract more people to the game.

For those looking for a strict flight/combat simulator be prepared to be disappointed but if you're looking for a more arcade-like, high-flying action game with a healthy campaign mode the game has the goods.

Keith moves around awkwardly thanks to the poor control scheme but at least the touch screen is utilized in some pretty interesting ways.

Levels are solid in length, interesting in layout, and have a number of challenges that, when the control system fails, come off as being cheap and frustrating.

Boils down to this: if you like Midways racing games, you're going to really enjoy this. If you're not a big fan of racing games or Midway, this probably isn't even going to grab your attention.

While the game is a bit on the linear side and some missions might seem repetitive, there’s action aplenty for those gamers that like their action wild.

The best console version released in North America. It's got everything that you love plus more challenges, a dance editor and a number of extras that DDR enthusiasts will go crazy for. Unlockables are plentiful and are not easily opened.

Your characters move like drunken sailors while they explore. The game is surprisingly lengthy in a good way.

I am really looking forward to seeing what the developers of this game have to offer in their next game.

It should make the developers of these games feel proud to know that nearly two decades later their titles are better than most of the new stuff being released.

I'm completely turned off by a game that doesn't suck. The controls are solely to blame for that. They stink.

If there is one Xbox game you should not miss this year it is Far Cry Instincts. It is one of those genuinely original and completely engrossing first-person shooters that joins Halo as the Xbox's finest games.

Some games, like San Francisco Rush 2049 play perfectly on the Xbox and Hydro Thunder is still fun after all these years. Other games just don't feel or play as good as it use to thanks to the awkward control scheme.

This collections brings you back to the days when simple meant fun and even years later the good majority of these games still hold up pretty well.

With a lengthy yet entertaining campaign mode, Rainbow Six: Lockdown manages to pull off the best Rainbow Six game on the GameCube.

Satisfying survival/horror gameplay with a first/third-person shooter twist. Ties That Bind has one of the most disturbing storylines I have ever seen in a game.

The flawless controls (really and truly – if we rated controls separately this game would receive something rarely seen on GameZone: a perfect 10) are one integral piece to the giant puzzle the developers created. No aspect was too small, no feature was overlooked.

One of the most addictively entertaining tennis games you’ll want to play if you’re a fan of the game.

The game modes are a real treat, particularly NBA All-Star Weekend and the wonderfully addictive Dynasty Mode.

The game can be frustrating, especially when you have a higher-rated team get owned by a lower-rated one that seemingly can’t miss a shot and takes advantage of obvious lack of player movement on defense for easy buckets. But much of this part of the learning curve.

The improvements over the launch title are immense but the overall changes to the gameplay mechanics just make this an addictive treat.

A great basketball game, and offers players plenty of bang for their buck and definitely the best B-Ball value this year. Unfortunately, those expecting enough major changes to warrant the price hike may be disappointed.

The story is still scary and still a bit confusing but the action is good and that makes this a fun ride worth taking.

The game modes feel a lot more complete this year and it all feels good on the Xbox. Some AI problems do crop up, but it doesn't get annoying.

NBA 2K6 just proves that you can improve on a series that already comes close to perfection.

A nice entry to the series and brings a nice collection of arcade racers to the fray. However, it would've been cooler to see more in the package.

I really like the diverse gameplay between Venom and Spider-Man. This makes the game a whole lot more interesting because they each have their own style of play, which helps break up any repetition that might form.

It’s an improvement over the two movie adaptations as it is unquestionably faithful to the comic series. I haven’t seen another comic book video game this faithful to its license.

DICE's battles would have been exciting if they had added more than one kind of level. A combo system other than square-square-square would have worked wonders.

Without apology, this is a good game that most any sim player should enjoy very much. Enlight deserves praise for not wasting time making the game look a certain way — and neglecting good game play.

Bringing Peter Parker back to his roots was appealing to me at first, but the so-so gameplay and the undeservingly high price of purchase makes Ultimate Spider-Man for Xbox more of a rental.

The videogame version is a good product that comes close in matching the ultimate legacy that is Spider-Man.

Even with its share of problems, S.L.A.I. is able to deliver a mech game that is heavy on the action and loaded with all the things mech fans could ever ask for in a game.

The fighting mechanics for this game are not the best I have played but they get the job done.

The new Imperial Guard faction adds a great new element to the game, focusing on building technology and research above rushing out to fight.

Considering the extent to which one can create an interactive adventure on the PlayStation 2 console system, RPG Maker 3 is a stalwart adventure that does a fine job of not only putting creation tools in the hands of gamers, but making them easy to use.