Could have been so much more than what it turned out to be. GenePool Software should have delayed this game a month to iron out the AI, camera control, and other issues that this game had from time to time.

The color usage is really stunning, with all of the neon lighting and exotic environments.

Addicting, beautiful, and challenging; everything anyone could ask for in a video game.

I was quickly disappointed when I found out that all those cool combos I had seen were executed by a single press of the button. I wanted the actual combat to be that exciting, but it wasn’t.

A spectacular game... It's very lengthy, very deep, and has some obvious (yet confusing) puzzles that'll drive you nuts! The story is good, too, and the music is extremely enjoyable.

Not even close to matching the experience of the X-Men movies, the comic book, or even the classic X-Men game released for the Genesis.

The game pursues a linear path that may not appeal to veterans of the genre. Younger players may enjoy the look and simplistic feel of the game though.

With its incredible gameplay, excellent atmosphere and great graphics, Splinter Cell is a great game that shouldn’t be missed by any self respecting GameCube owner.

The improved controls, the overwhelmingly huge cities and the extreme (but not cheap) challenge make this a must-play game.

Impressively attempts to bring the identical console experience to the Game Boy Advance and, for the most part, does an admirable job. Still, it’s clear by the unsteady framerate and choppy graphics that the GBA does have its limits and this game definitely pushes it to the max.

If you like your games with an involving storyline and easy, RLH will probably be right down your alley.

One of those rare arcade racers that comes along every now and then and will tear you away from “real racing” games that you said you would never stop playing.

The gameplay will keep everyone busy for awhile, but after some time spent building the pirate island, things become more of a waiting game than anything else.

Takes stealth action and realism to all new jaw-dropping heights in this game that’s just too good to pass up.

You won’t be beating it over the course of a weekend and it does bring something new to the table for you or your pre teen younger gamers who are into emergency and rescue shows or events.

Not the kind of game that everyone will embrace. This game is predicated on those who like the cerebral challenge of card-driven chess in a static environment. This is not a reflexive challenge.

For those of you who are online multiplayer fans though, an offline botmatch may just be seen as unacceptable … and that’s what you get with RFII. That’s a shame since the first one was fantastic.

Some problems include awkwardness of movement for some of the characters, which can lead to losing health points, and also an unnecessarily complex password system, but the game in its totality is a good one for young children.

The game’s single player mode is short . . . really short. As good as the story is and the action heavy and hot, you’ll find that the game can be beaten fairly quickly.

The geo-mod engine is actually used with the core gameplay with this game, to make it feel like it truly belongs in there. Nothing is more satisfying than taking out a bridge with a grenade and taking a few men with it, instead of trying to get each man one at a time.

One of the most highly addictive and thoroughly entertaining wrestling titles to come along in a long time and it’s a game no fighting fan should miss out on.

Yet another blending of two totally different game styles that works out incredibly well.

A simply designed racing game that is very user friendly and easy to jump right into, but one that doesn't offer much depth of gameplay.

A vicious high-adrenaline wrestling/street fighting game that defies conventional brawler concepts while managing to one up its nearest WWE competition in terms of style and gameplay.

A nice mix of strategy, options and not-too-difficult play make this an enjoyable family game.

While the game’s graphics manage to capture the look and visual style of the show, the stiff controls, redundant action, and frustratingly lousy collision detection ultimately sour the experience. Simply put, Samurai Jack is just no fun.

I found myself going back to the game an hour after turning it off and saying, "That's it, I quit! I can't take this anymore!" Its unique, strangely appealing gameplay style is secretly addictive.

It’s got a good story, some neat characters, some nifty sneaking around stuff, team based gameplay, tons of explosions and weapons, and it’s all wrapped up in one of the prettiest little graphics packages I’ve seen in a while.

Were it not for the rocky translation and major bugs, I would’ve rated MGS: Substance a whole point higher. Unfortunately, these problems couldn’t be overlooked and cost the game some footing.

This game does not use the Xbox anywhere near its potential.

If you are a serious strategy nut, then try and beat this AI. It seems that they spent most of their energies on that, and it paid off.

A wonderful cerebral exercise, and is also addictive and fun. There are some load times between scenes, the mapboards are not large, but this game is well done.

Multiple tasking with multiple weapons makes for a wild ride, and I like that, boy does it get hot and heavy at times.

This title looks good, and plays well, but the basic concept and general feel of the game has already been done.

Great graphics driven by a good game engine results in smooth play even when the action gets hot and heavy.

The geographical limitations are a real hindrance, but there is enough to do within the space you're given.

Sure, it's got the gorgeous looks of a supermodel, and enough cool effects to keep your eyes entertained for hours. But underneath all that makeup is a deep, less-realistic simulation racer that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat.

A solid adventure title that features great graphics, nice atmosphere and excellent sound. However, poorly implemented controls and a tricky camera mar the gameplay.

While the visuals and sound are top-notch, combat is seen more as an annoying distraction rather than an enjoyable experience.

This game not only improves the game from all of its sequels, but it even manages to add new things, to keep the formula fresh and new. This is a game not to be missed!

That sort of overwhelming depth -- the urgency that comes along with rushing to appease every customer's whim, and ensuring that the place is safe and continues to make money -- is the reason why Jurassic Park: Operation Genesis is such a good game.

I have seen NES games that look better than this game.

While it's not an entirely brilliant game, the multiplayer feature and the sharper graphics make this the essential version to own.

If you find yourself liking the game, you'll be hooked for weeks. It isn't for everyone, though, so those looking for action and excitement are better off looking elsewhere.

The controls are a bit clumsy, and the overall game just isn’t much fun. Maneuverability isn’t as good as it should be in a helicopter, making the chopper an easy target for enemy soldiers. Not much fun at all.

While the gameplay has aged, the new play modes are reason enough for Sim fans to pick this version up.

An easy enough game to pick up and play on the easier songs, but also very challenging and intense on later levels. It also has one of the most fierce multiplayer modes I’ve ever experienced.

A terrific, joyful game that is amazing to look at, a delight to listen to and exceptionally fun to play.

The most perfect game Nintendo has released since "Super Mario 64" came out in 1996. It ranks among the very few elite, unforgettable titles, including the original Zelda, "Grand Theft Auto III" and "Final Fantasy VII."

The gameplay is fun, and while I wouldn't go so far as to say addicting, is still engrossing because of the exploration aspects.

CTU : Marine Sharpshooter got more enjoyable the more you played and got used to the little issues, but it unfortunately just had way too many quirks to put it up higher on the list.

Aside from the great graphics and smooth-as-ice controls, the fact that you can explore your surroundings makes this an interesting racing game.

It is, at heart, one of the best unconventional brawling titles out there. UFC fans, though, will be disappointed by the fact that the game hardly ever “beefs” up the televised-style presentation to make the fights seem as memorable as they are in real life.

An interesting adventure that is a little short on story, but offers plenty of head-scratching puzzles and problems to work out.

An arcade RPG clone of "Gauntlet Dark Legacy."

The only drawback for this the fact that it will take only ten hours or less to beat, not including the bonus quests that are won through out the game.

A game that is entertaining and frustrating because the environmental rules change within the same maps. You can walk to the edge on one bridge, but do it on another and you’ll fall off.

The single player game was frustrating. Multiplayer ran slow at times, but was much more enjoyable.

A relatively short but enjoyable game that has its share of rough areas here and there, but do not let that keep you away from a game that is a ghastly good time.

"18 Wheeler" was good, but The King of Route 66 is great; it's vastly improved over the original, with a huge increase in gameplay quality.

The gameplay is what you would expect, with a well-designed AI ensuring that there is plenty of challenge.

With interesting levels that throw many bonuses into the mix and an assortment of fun 007 gadgets to play with, the game is certainly true to the console game it was ported from.

A title that could have been much better, but really cannot compare with either its other console platform counterparts, nor with some other GBA baseball games in terms of gameplay options.

A disappointment. Despite the good graphics, decent sound, and rich story, the gameplay suffers quite badly.

Sure there is plenty of vehicular mayhem and destruction, but the action is not as addictive or as neatly polished as "Twisted Metal: Black."

Clearly the top of its class, World Series Baseball 2K3 manages to take everything we love about the sport as well as the fun of physically <I>playing</I> the game itself and compressed it all into a PS2 disc.

The improvements do not make for an altogether new game but what is offered here definitely adds to the enjoyment of a truly spectacular motorcycle racing series.

It is arena-driving, shoot-&#145;em-up action, but the game fails in the department of chills or thrills.

All the things we loved about last year&#146;s game are back as well as some great additions--and animations--to make this a worthwhile purchase.

The animation is exceptional and the game looks amazing.

One of the best features of Slugfest is the audio commentary provided once again by Tim Kritzrow and Kevin Matthews. The dual commentary plays well within the game, and never interrupts the flow as the commentators call the game while telling their stories.

A light and enjoyable game. It looks good and designers have done the best they could to make it a user-friendly experience.

It has challenge, but stumbles on the graphical front.

A terrific soccer game that adheres to the fundamentals of the sport really well, while offering depth of play.

The game looks good and plays well, ­ it just doesn’t really offer much that is new or innovative to the genre.

A realistic flight sim. Sometimes realistic games can drive people away, which is what Aero Elite did for me. Most of the time I was doing nothing but trying to get in range of my target, then shot a missile.

Despite the many low points in the graphics and control department, this is still a pretty entertaining game that will, hopefully, show its true potential next year.

One of the really neat things about this game is the new base running interface. There is now three screens on the top right that show where all the base runners are, this makes it very easy to know where all of your runners are, and help out when you try to steal bases.

The game is fun, with great environments, fun weapons, tight controls, and quirky enemies.

While it does get addicting to build the park, it also doesn&#146;t do anything outrageously new from anything else that is out in a similar vein either.

The game is a whole lot faster than the previous game. There is so much going on at the screen at once, it might be hard for players to keep up, but that will never be the case.

Hardcore Mega Man fans (or anyone else looking for a great, challenging action game) should seize this opportunity to take the blue bomber back to his old-school roots.

A good game that sparkles with player animation and modeling, and the franchise mode is a delight.

There aren&#146;t many baseball games I would call addictive, but this game is definitely one of those &#147;need to pry the controller away from your hands&#148; games.

As a single-player game, My Street is a bore. It won't entertain you for very long, and the story and the dialogue is really pathetic.

While this game is a great improvement from the last one, Sonic Advance 2 does run out of steam pretty quickly. You&#146;ll feel as though you played this game before.

Can't measure up graphically to the competition, and though this is a solid baseball title, it can be a little arcade-like and easy.

Though the sound effects like gunfire, explosions, and footsteps were pretty elementary, the environmental effects like thunder and rain, together with the graphics had me wanting to pop up an umbrella or find a big leaf to hide under to get out of the rain.

While fans of the series and people looking for deep and engaging franchise and career modes will probably be disappointed, anyone looking for a quick and easy arcade-exhibition baseball game will enjoy High Heat 2004 for a while.

One of those "it could have been a must-buy if..." types of games.

The musical score and effects are well done, but problems were encountered in clipped narrative. The options menu did not contain any way to turn on or off the effects.

Reminded me of something that would be seen in a Heavy Metal comic (which I am still a big fan of, by the way) or in one of the animated movies &#133; so those of you who are fans of the publication will no doubt enjoy the overall presentation of the game.

Substance is well designed, tremendous graphically and in the audio department, and a great, addictive ride.

Perhaps the most puzzling thing of all is what happens when an enemy gets really, really confused. Most commonly you'll see them walk into a wall or some other barrier.

While the game does feature some nice improvements over its predecessor, it can&#146;t really compete with the much better action titles out there.

This is truly a baseball lover&#146;s game and you&#146;ll feel it the minute the game is booted up, but unfortunately a few flaws keep the game from being a true Must Have.

Microids did a great job putting together a well-written and scripted mystery to solve, and those of you who love the &#147;whodunit&#148; shows, books, and movies will probably have a good time with this one &#133; despite a few flaws.

It&#146;s chock full of plasma throwing and destructive action with three good storylines to boot.