The repetitive gameplay is the real downer for the game. Having to repeat the same steps over and over again gets old quickly.

It may not have the intricate graphical finesse of a "Winning Eleven" title, but this is a solid title that entertains the eyes, challenges the skills and scores in terms of entertainment.

The incredible graphics, tight controls and excellent music/sound effects are more than enough to warrant having this game.

Those who stick with the game will get used to this new style of gameplay. As far as strategy games go, this one is chock full of action and just a few of the things we love about the series.

I’ve played a ton of puzzle games before but not many of them come close to Lumines.

Much of the experience in Untold Legends seems very simple and repetitive. Luckily, great character customization options and a wonderful skill tree help provide the player with enough variety to continue playing.

Had the controls been tightened and the camera more precise, we would have been looking at portable platform gaming at its finest, but this is still fun enough to keep fans of the series happy.

We would have accepted the game's dark tone and its somewhat appealing be-a-dirty-cop-if-you-want gimmick, but because of its poor controls and weak action there's just not much to really like.

It's a simple, Ford-glorifying collection of racing adventure. It could be better in a lot of ways. There are a lot of faults to this game, but in all it's very playable and does provide some genuine fun.

It isn't overly long, difficult to learn, or bombarded with frustrating missions that don't have a point.

Simple and intuitive controls make Future Perfect an excellent pickup and party game.

It gets its praise being the most addictive arcade-style sports game on the planet.

This game will take you through different time periods, many different game modes, and even online play; which makes it a first-person player's dream.

What it's missing is the wow factor; the amazement you get from playing a console launch title and a launch title sequel that's even better.

There are some fun moments in this game but they are fleeting moments that are quickly overshadowed by the game's repetitiveness.

This game has a plethora of options that will keep you entertained for hours on end.

The retail price of the game is enough to dissuade you from purchasing it, without even considering its mediocrity.

I have never played a racing game on a portable system that had as much creativity and longevity as Wipeout Pure. Its addictiveness is indescribable.

A basic basketball engine that features a unique shooting system. It didn't work out too well, but I'll still thank the developers for trying something new.

Repetitious button-mashing gameplay that rarely engages the brain is the undertone of this title.

While the PS2 version is noticeably inferior to the Xbox and PC versions from a technical standpoint, its still a very worthy title if the PS2 is the only platform you can play it on.

While it doesn’t really innovate the genre any, the story for this game really pushes the players to continue playing so they can see what happens in the end.

Multiplaying is both fluid and fun and will provide an added shelf life despite the inability to toggle the difficulty settings.

There is a bit of a learning curve, and the gameplay is linear, but the game is pacing is nicely done and the blend between techno and fantasy is performed admirably.

The plentiful load times kill the tension between areas.

You will be able to control almost every single aspect of what went on during World War II campaigns to see if you have what it takes to be a good commander and stay alive.

If you own an Xbox and want a truly unique game that is not overly violent then Phantom Dust is just what your doctor ordered!

One of the best things is that this game, even though it can be really frustrating, is suitable for the younger gamers that might be in your household.

It's like a Greatest Hits collection of the finest, early Mega Man games, and both newbies and old players really need to check it out.

If you have to see what it's about for yourself, rent it before purchasing, and above all else… find a friend.

Hardly worth a second glance, Ghost Recon 2 for the GameCube is just not a worthwhile game. Go for the Xbox version, and don't look back.

I liked this one, mostly because the gameplay is so strong. It would have been better had the game been longer and the designers tried breaking the mold in terms of the look and sound of the game.

Sure it doesn’t control as well as "Ridge Racer" but this is a portable version of the Underground game minus the empty exploration or a story.

It's so good you'll probably forget you're playing a soccer game. European players will be thrilled, but American gamers would be foolish to think they won't be just as excited.

Big on speed, really big on fun, and small on accurate passing.

A different type of strategy game, which offers some new ideas, but still doesn't manage to rise above the crowd in any significant manner. Best for fans of finite board games.

A fun action RPG with a great story and unwavering authenticity to the comics on which it is inspired.

Unfortunately, with the limited MP games and buggy code, this game could still use some fine tuning.

A whole other ballgame that not only looks great but plays like a game worthy of giving this year’s "MVP Baseball" and "MLB 2K" game a run for their money.

The problems are relatively minor, and time in the saddle playing the game will yield dividends in terms of guiding your chosen team toward championship after championship.

Sure, Story Mode lacks a real story and sometimes the fights can get just a tad repetitive, but with good graphics and unique characters with their own fighting style this is fighting at its most entertaining.

The controls just feel right and the game moves along at a smooth pace. In short, this is a game easy to get into whether or not you're new to the sport.

I was surprised to find a decent 4 player brawler in the same vein as "Power Stone." While this game is not perfect, it is a decent game that you will gain several hours of enjoyment out of, especially playing against your friends.

With its responsive controls and the inclusion of the rewind button, Domination is easy to pick up and play. The problem with enemies building units and immediately destroying your forces is a serious drawback.

A blast, albeit a short one. The action is very intense and the tactical elements, while light, are easy to grasp.

Levels are huge; boss battles are outrageous; the difficulty is extreme; and the action is as fast as you can get without turning the game into something obnoxious.

The controls are easy but the static camera angle will cause a problem moving around in the game.

A shooter that's both powerfully moving and intensely exciting from start to finish.

Yes there are some rough spots that make the student life seem like work and yes its not easy surviving each semester but overall this is a refreshing way to build up your teen Sims into the resourceful adult Sims that will make up your neighborhood in the core game.

While it may not blow away the competition, it does indeed offer some new features that can’t be found anywhere else, therefore allowing Major League Baseball 2K5 to become a must own game for any fan of the sport.

It truly feels like a part of the Star Wars universe, and is a great way to stay strong with The Force until Episode III arrives.

Had the controls been a bit more responsive for the ship-flying portions and the robot smashing just a tad more smoother, we would have had the perfect robot action game this side of "Metal Arms: Glitch in the System."

Addictive and compelling are not words that would be used to describe the gameplay.

Tekken 5's visuals are simply incredible. It's hard to look at a PS2 game these days without rolling your eyes. You can try to roll your eyes at this game, but first you'll have to put them back in their sockets.

The rough learning curve makes Nexus a game I don’t recommend to anyone new to the real-time space-strategy genre. If you’re a fan, though, Nexus will be right up your alley.

Despite the fact that Klonoa games don't see much change from title to title, it almost doesn't need it. We still see some minor additions in each one, but in the end it's the gameplay that makes Klonoa so great.

Simplicity is what MLB 2K5 shoots for and it's simplicity the game achieves, and - for the most part - it works well enough.

Car enthusiasts and racing fans rejoice! Gran Turismo 4 goes beyond our expectations to deliver a racing game that’s destined to become a genuine classic and the main reason fans of this genre will not see any daylight anytime soon.

Excellent graphics, a simple but addictive style of combat, and an excellent soundtrack, should be enough to keep fans of the Ys franchise happy.

I liken it to a big budget Hollywood movie, sure there isn't anything super surprising or ground breaking, but it sure is entertaining.

Sure its street soccer but FIFA Street just feels too flawed to be the edgy, no-holds barred soccer game we all hoped it would be.

The only problem with this game is that the AI is not the smartest.

The most solid and wonderfully addictive ballgame on the PS2. With various improvements and some very neat additions to the game, there’s just no denying the fact that this is the closest to baseball gaming heaven we’ll come this year.

You can learn to read pitches, fine-tune the single-player controls to give you more room for error or tighten them up to make each pitch a challenge.

Deep gameplay overlaid with challenge in a seemingly accurate playground of modern naval combat.

Clever enough to feel special, yet familiar enough to get the player involved without much of a learning curve. Whether using the ice-pick to HACK a system, or reeling from the effects of a "Snowblind" disorientation, you feel involved in this game 100%.

With so many hardcore dedicated Street Fighter fans out there, you will be in for the shock of your life when you decide to try your skills online.

For reasons I don't fully understand, this game is less tolerable with a group of friends than it is when you're playing by yourself.

With great modes, gorgeous graphics and near perfect controls this one will no doubt be the franchise we turn to when we want a baseball game true to the sport itself.

The deepest, most impressive ballgame that's just too addictive.

Just don’t expect a revolutionary, mind-blowing title.

The inclusion of real players and teams make Winning Eleven Eight International a welcomed update this year. Konami provides great control, awesome graphics, and enough options to keep any sports fan happy.

If its a well-conceived tactical strategy game that you crave then Dai Senryaka VII will definitely be right up your alley. Sure it's a bit complex and it can get frustratingly hard at times but for those looking for a real challenge in this particular genre will find this one highly enjoyable.

The ideal rental game. It’s short and simple, there’s almost no replay value, yet it’s still fun for a certain amount of time.

The only problems are the longer-than-generally-accepted load times, and the long cutscenes.

What happened? The previous games in the Tenchu series were really good, but the developers of this game really dropped the ball.

A tire-burning escape into the deep world of motor sports. They could have just given us the Nextel Series and called it a day, but reached deeper and handed out the Triple-Crown by adding Busch and Craftsman Series.

I could hardly play it without pulling out my hair from the game's lack of a tutorial, non plot and heavy strategies. I almost would have preferred if they had actually put some RPG elements into the game like they led you to believe.

While the game is extremely simplistic and little more than a collection of many minigames, the action is fast-paced and addicting and should provide hours of mindless entertainment.

This expansion scores on almost every level in bringing new and improved changes to the game. While the essential elements of EQ remain, Dragons of Norrath makes it easier for players to find a guild and embark on all the elements this game has to offer.

The game isn't lacking in content, but there is nothing innovative that hasn't been done before.

Has its share of repetition, clunky controls, and a boring palette of polygons, but its high points - gory battles and an open-ended weapon system - make it a must-rent.

With a camera that's less wieldy than a shaken pop bottle, Death by Degrees leaves the player with few reasons to return for more. The gameplay nearly redefines the word repetition.

While it falters a little on the technical front in terms of graphics, KOTOR 2 is a great game that takes the classic gameplay of the original game and expands it with a brand new story and 30 to 40 more hours of gameplay.

It’s got all the goods of the original, more refinement than the sequel, and more replay value than both predecessors.

The great gameplay, good graphics and inclusion of both games is enough to make this a must-have for fighting-game fans.

Dances between likeable and overwhelmingly dull.

Dances between likeable and overwhelmingly dull. The characters can be mildly amusing and there are enough spirits to use or trade with friends who own this or the Soaring Hawk version of the game, but the battles are far too repetitive to be much fun.

It is too much for a small child to pick up and play-- without help, but older kids will feel as though they have played it before-- long ago. They would be right. It's stale and [there's] no wind in the sails.

If it looks like a dream and plays like a dream this is the best dream I've had all year. The controls are solid and the arcade-feel just makes the Gamebreaker moves stylish and fun to pull off.

The customization elements are supreme, with a bevy of new ways to create a character and your very own court, and the new control elements work very well.

While kids will enjoy playing the first few times, there's not enough here to hold their interest for very long. If parents don't already have Piglet's Big Game, they may want to look at that instead.

With branching paths that can lead to good or evil and a multiplayer mode that kicks major tail Return to Arms is more hack-and-slash action worth checking out.

If the user interface and manuals were more thought-out, had a multiplayer option, and better unit pathfinding skills, it could have been a solid game.

With a little more polish and options this game could have been exceptional. The content and graphics were done wonderfully, but the poor interface and frustrating controls get in the way of the enjoyment.

With wonderfully solid controls, great graphics, enough game modes and enough teams to select, this game is one you should not miss if you love sports in general.

We’re talking about a game with great controls, absolutely gorgeous graphics and enough teams to make any gamer cheer.

The dated graphics, repetitive sounds, and high difficulty make this game more frustrating than it has to be.