Offers a decent amount of fun building and designing exhibits, but with no ability to build from "scratch" and a small variety of animals, the enjoyment level may soon falter... The ability to choreograph the animal shows is the best feature.

It is a great first-person shooter and third-player action game that really tones down the violence, unlike many other first-person shooter games, thanks to the use of the "live ammo" that Stranger prefers to use.

While the game makes it possible to see into Hef's life, Playboy: The Mansion isn't engrossing enough to want to keep playing for very long.

Sadly while it is an interesting concept, Virtua Quest just doesn't have all the right moves to make this as enjoyable as the fighting games that inspired this title.

Its anime cut scenes are superlative, in-game graphics alright, and gameplay a little dull.

Feels empty at its core, with no puzzle solving, crime detection, or strategy of any kind. The Punisher is one of those games you want to play when you just want to go buck wild.

It’s just not a revolutionary title that will impress you with incredible graphics and fancy features and controls. But how many puzzle games really do that?

If you’re a Punisher fan I guarantee you’ll love this game. The Punisher is fully fleshed out through both his dialogue and his bloody brutality.

Being a fan makes this even more sweet, but it will engage anyone that's up for this kind of challenge.

One of those games that isn't big on originality but it excels in what it set out to do: bring us a racing game that's truly addictive in every sense.

Perfect for the younger set.

While the short number of flaws may be too noticeable to ignore, missing out on a game with great characters and an interesting story would be a shame.

Black Monday has a strong story, but aspects like the timed driving missions could have easily been left out, and the game would have been stronger for it.

It is a fun game, and will provide enough challenge for your child - without distracting them too much from the purpose of the game. The child will learn, and have fun doing it. 'Nuff said!

You may not realize it the first time you play it, and you may not be affected by the first gruesome battle, but by the end of this game Resident Evil 4 will have left a mark that can never be erased.

A rare gem that surpasses expectations and stands as an extremely fun and engaging action game.

The music does a great job of setting the atmosphere of the different dungeons and areas in the game. The only minor issue was a slight distortion on some of the voice samples in the game, such as Link's yell.

Just one of those brilliant action games ripe with all the things that make this one an addictive joy to play. With a giant battlefield as your playground, plenty of guns and enough vehicles to use it doesn't get any better than this.

One of the most in-depth strategy games around. There are so many different things you can do during the course of one game it is almost baffling.

While the single player campaign and storyline feel a bit lacking, the deep multiplayer aspects of Mechassault 2 and the amazing graphical effects push the game to greatness.

It had tight controls, over the top gameplay, and great looking graphics. NFL Street 2 takes everything that the first game had and expounds upon it making it better in many different aspects.

Though there are only scant few improvements, the gameplay is still solid and a blast!

I wanted an NFL Street sequel that forced me to think and strategize in new ways. EA listened.

A Myst-like adventure with FPS controls. Now if they tuned up Beni's innate abilities, I would have been blown away. The uniqueness of the puzzles and how they work get big ups from this reviewer.

Some people will absolutely love what this game has to offer, but for the most part I think gamers will be more frustrated then thrilled.

Clunky and out of control, GunGriffon: Allied Strike is barely out of the beta phase. At least that's how it plays. Everything you do is slow.

CSI could have been one of those rare point-and-click interactive gems on the Xbox - since we rarely get many of those - but due to its considerably flawed design, poor graphics and simplistic trial-and-error puzzle solving, this one will just disappoint fans of the show.

This sucker is hard. Exploration is the name of the game and quite often you will have to perform an action in one part of the house that has ramifications somewhere far off in another room. Putting it all together is definitely a challenge.

A surprisingly great little adventure that offers an experience unlike any other game out there.

Five mini-games aside, there’s no real gameplay value here.

The graphical facelift has really pulled this game up to the next level, but Mythic was not satisfied to end it there. Instead it added new races, and new zones while expanding the mythology of the game as well.

An awesome game that every player should have in their collection. It is a homage to older games that proves that 2D side-scrolling games are a blast to play.

There's a total lack of ingenuity here, and although this may be the first 3D Mega Man game that "works", it's only because Capcom played it safe; the game is downright tiresome at times, with barely any interesting touches.

At times I thought there were too many choices available in regards to issuing orders, but this does add realism to gameplay. The graphics are top notch within a genre that usually lacks stunning effects.

Without a doubt one of the best games available for the GBA and one of the best reasons for owning the system. The characters, locales, and enemies from the original are all here, creating a compelling game and story on par in many ways with the original.

Really disappointing [gameplay], poor controls, poorly designed missions, poor execution.

If the wonderfully written story and interesting characters won't hook you, then you must not like brilliant role-playing games or Star Wars.

Some gamers may find it too short or frustrating, but it's a must-have for shooter fans.

Battle out of Hell not only adds new content to Painkiller, but it also steps up the visuals. There are new visual distortions and lighting capabilities, which really make the game look great. They are all very noticeable differences.

It is tailored to you - based on your input and actual play. Of course you can play above your actual ranking if you wish, but if you let it operate honestly, it will keep you at a comfortable level with subtle, incremental challenge as you progress. It really, really thinks.

One good thing is that players will face little to no slow down even with a huge battle going on in the middle of the screen.

The gameplay is visceral, fast, and fun, the graphics and sound are incredible, and the story is so well conceived and written that it'll keep you coming back for more.

Really slick gameplay here folks. Strong controls with a nifty new fighting system.

A flawed experience from start to finish, Ghost Recon 2 on the PS2 has its share of really good action-packed moments, but its glitches are just too hard to ignore.

The game has a short learning curve and the AI ramps up nicely to present a very solid and challenging experience.

Reminds me of a budget minded "Dungeon Siege," a game I liked very much. It lacks the depth and the beauty DS has but remember it only has a MSRP of about 20 bucks. It also lacks any MP capability so everything will be solo or using AI companions.

Most of the things that made the first game so great has been taken out to make the Warrior Within a darker combat oriented game.

Not only the most perfectly packaged Game Boy Advance game, but it's also a dream come true for fans of the genre.

The disappointing gameplay, unintuitive controls, and the lackluster bike building system make it impossible to enjoy at any price point.

Accessible is one word that truly fits this game. Players can move into the world without a lot of trouble and the learning curve is small.

The developers clearly are just trying to make a buck by putting out this version and I'm fairly certain some of them are embarrassed by the end product.

Far from perfect but it certainly does a great job of bringing all the elements surrounding this sport to life.

Is there room in your growing library of games for a little game with a lot of big ideas and action so addictive that you'll long for the days when 2D shooters felt this good?

Not one videogame fan I know disliked GoldenEye on the N64. Unfortunately this version of the classic title was a big disappointment.

There are some drawbacks to portions of the sound and the swordplay segments can be a little redundant, but this game does have diversity and entertaining elements that draw one past the minor stumbles.

Aside from the number of flaws that are too hard to ignore and its repetitiveness, this one hardly comes close to the outstanding N64 original in terms of level design.

We don't want to work. It's not fun. MC Groovz Dance Craze makes it fun just as "DDR" has. The difference here is that you don't have to work as hard with this game. You can move at your own pace and work your way up to "DDR's" level.

Rogue Agent is rated "T" for "Teen," but the gameplay is no less violent than "Halo 2", minus the blood and gore. Humans are most vulnerable to headshots, something that the game pretty much encourages. I'm not complaining, I just want it to be clear to gamers that they aren't getting a watered-down package.

A game that has charm, challenge and it is addictive fun.

Could have been titled Mario 64 Plus. Plus new characters. Plus new stages. Plus new mini-games. Plus touch screen controls. Plus new music, not to mention incredible sound quality that blows Game Boy Advance out of the water.

It is specifically, in my humble opinion, for adventure purists who have patience to sit through bad NPC dialogue because the main character is endearing and in a bit of a jam.

The wanton violence, the messy deaths, it has a level of fun for those mature enough to handle it, but the staying power of this title just isn't here. There's a couple of hours of play in there, but not much more.

Unless you are a huge Yu Yu Hakusho fan, I would avoid this game.

Although it doesn't bring any particularly new concepts to the table, DDR Ultramix 2 is a very solid game, offering the great features of its predecessor coupled with a good mix of songs.

Aside from a too-sensitive TILT mechanism, there's some good family fun to be had, here.

An outstanding game that offers top notch addicting gameplay.

Snake Eater isn't a breakthrough game for PS2 like "Sons of Liberty" was, but the graphics are still jaw-dropping. The lighting, shadow and weapon/explosion effects are unbelievable.

Rent it as a last resort. You can live without this game, trust me.

There are glitches in the graphics and an AI that goes from passive to cutthroat in a hurry. If you are looking for a racing game, there are better ones on the market. If you are looking for a game that has charm and some RPG elements, this may be worth a look.

Has solid features but graphically falls a little short of the championship.

A step in the right direction, adding a nice teamwork element to the game. However, it is ultimately mediocre at best, given its fair share of problems, including bad camera issues and overly simplistic gameplay.

The game has some technical issues that seem to affect mostly the graphics and sound, but if gamers can get past that fact, they’ll be rewarded with a very deep basketball game.

It wouldn’t have the same pizzazz on Nintendo GameCube unless the graphics and physics were improved tenfold.

This is absolutely one of the worst games I have ever played and certainly the worst use of a commercial license. Under no circumstances should you even consider spending any money on this title.

This year’s March Madness keeps the series rolling by featuring the new NBA Live 2005 engine with its great new control scheme.

Not only a gorgeous-looking game but also one of the sweetest college hoops game to come along this year.

The great graphics, incredible physics' engine, impressive sound/music and engaging story line all add up to a classic game.

Not that spectacular a fighting game, mostly consisting of repetitive thumb-mashing and hoping you hit the target before the target hits you. The movie line that the story tries to follow is not very intriguing.

From downright creepy to challenging, Vampire: The Masquerade ' Bloodlines has an immersive story and maintains a foreboding tone throughout.

Very linear. You will not be able to progress until something is collected or someone is questioned.

Everything you hated about the last game makes its return in "Backyard Wrestling 2."

The best PS2 shooter I've played all year.

A good fighter for those that really enjoyed the early Street Fighters, but it doesn’t live up to the standards Capcom has set for itself with more recent titles.

A lot better of a fighting game than the previous two entries into the fighting world. While this game is not enough to go up against the "big boys" of fighting games, it is a solid entry.

The developers made sure that the game plays as close to the real thing as possible. Even though this is the case, it still doesn’t match up to the real thing.

A fine WWII shooter, but doesn't quite capture the pure intensity of the PC version.

Despite its change in perspective, Ghost Recon 2 remains to be a solid action-packed shooter that will make you proud you own a Xbox.

It's certainly a solid game, and no, the time controls aren't impressive as they were a while back, but they're still fun and make the game unique.

An entertaining and addictive first-person shooter sans the blood and violence seen in most FPS games. This is a highly competitive sport and the game does a brilliant job of representing it throughout the single and multiplayer matches.

A very weak fighting game that has almost no depth or complexity to it, and one that nearly any gamer regardless of skill level should be able to completely finish in one night.

The card system is excellent. It has the random intensity and unpredictability of a real card game mixed with elements of real- and turn-based RPGs.

The action can sometimes be too scripted and some levels lack that intensity of the PC original, but we're still looking at a fun time at the frontlines.

The car customization and track designs are the biggest attraction for Hot Wheels gamers. The controls and lack of depth, compared to other racing games, will disappoint rabid racing fans.

It is done well and loads of fun to play. The single player games and career mode give you a sense of having to do well to unlock new gear and tracks. Once you have mastered these, take your riding skills and go online or play via LAN against your buddies.

Illegal street racing has never looked and felt so right and with Need for Speed Underground 2 you'll find it hard not to fall in love with this fun racing game.

The great graphics, excellent gameplay and intriguing story line will have gamers glued to their GameCube for hours.

The story of this expansion may, at first glance, appear to be relatively brief, but what this expansion brings to the series on a whole is a solid online resource, and editors that will give players tremendous freedom in creating their own scenarios and campaigns.

While more choices in exhibit design and more stats would have added to the enjoyment a trifle for adults, the lack of these won't bother the kids, and really won't most adults, either.