There is a perfect blend of simplicity and complexity that makes this game so highly addictive.

Isn’t quite as fresh as the original was a year ago, but Z-Axis has really stepped up for the PS2 sequel in all areas, and we eagerly anticipate what they’ll have ready for the third installment.

Unless you are a fanatical college football fan, there is no reason to own both NCAA 2K2 and "NFL 2K2." NCAA 2K2 is merely "NFL 2K1" with A.I. improvements, and a new coat of paint.

Here is proof that originality alone is not a basis for a fun game.

In an amazing lack of quality assurance, somehow Tang Tang made it out of Take-Two’s doors without the save feature intact. That means that no matter how far you get into the game’s 120 levels, chances are you'll only see about 10 of 'em; as soon as all the initial lives expire, it is back to square one.

You simply must listen to the game via headphones to truly appreciate the audio. This game in particular makes great use of stereo separation.

The commraderie, exciting combat, and RPG elements make Shattered Galaxy an incredibly unique and addictive game, able to take parts from other strategy titles and turn them into something that feels completely fresh.

A good game. A fast game. A beautiful game. It is also a short game - I beat it within a day. Now, keep in mind I've had more speeding tickets than you've had hot dinners.

This doesn’t mean for one second though, if you own "GT3," you shouldn’t own Le Mans. The two games are totally different, and Le Mans is still definitely a must have for racing fans.

As it stands, the racing is boring, and the game really tries too hard to be something it's not. It's fun for a little while working towards that Lancia Stratos body you've had your eye on, but chances are you'll quit before you realize your prize.

Players who haven’t experienced Code: Veronica need to. It’s to die for.

If you own a PlayStation, Dreamcast, GameCube, PS2 or Xbox, I can't in good conscience recommend this as a purchase, but THPS 2 is definitely recommended for those of you who only own an N64.

While it is unfortunate that there is no online play or tournament feature included, the game still provides plenty of depth and fun for the whole family.

It's Madden's inherently deep replay value that makes the game a real value for the dollar. Couple that with excellent pass execution, solid football strategies and integration with rosters from the graduates of NCAA 2002 and you have very deep, solid, although somewhat aged game of professional football.

They have managed to bring some excellent Fleet-Based combat to a genre where games like Star Trek: Armada II have failed.

I can’t say I didn’t have oodles of fun with X Games; it just didn’t last too long. Boredom grew on me after a few runs through, and shamefully wouldn’t have with a few more features thrown in along with better visuals.

This game is just tedious and boring. I think it's all caused by the simplicity.

After a while, your thumbs and hands get tired along with your patience.

The real-time chat feature practically makes the game. There’s room for much more depth, but AFO is a great pick-up and play shooter, or 7-day rental.

On the Dreamcast, Shaba Games has sadly done little to differentiate the game from its PlayStation predecessor.

The control can be a pain but the strength of the Gundam story is good enough to struggle through it.

It's a piece of 2D history, and one that no DC owning fighting fan should be without.

A long, epic adventure that has a few problems here and there, but still stays entertaining.

It’s a very straightforward pseudo-3D platform game that’s loaded with character and some truly magical visuals.

The problem with the game itself is that after you have Deathmatched for hours on end in the same somewhat small sized, but well designed stages, there is not much more to do.

Through and through, Soldier of Fortune is a mess of a port.

This game is all around faster (than "Madden 2001") which makes the controls feel even tighter.

A game that initially turned me off completely, but somehow managed to keep me playing 'til the end.

Considering the simplicity of City Crisis, there is no reason that it should end so abruptly.

Starting with the graphics, they are mediocre at best. Poor polygon models, and inferior animation first strike the eyes as less than awe-inspiring.

Throws out the typical RTS paradigm and delivers a engaging game that comes through where it really matters-gameplay.

GT3 doesn't disappoint. The AI could be better, but everything else kicks too much ass to worry about it.

The few folks with the patience needed to understand the game's design goals and unusual approach will find a game with a lot of depth and a truly offbeat adventure. Those who abhor repetition and like their quests spelled out for them should stay away.

There aren't many bonuses to FFII and CT and it's disappointing. No making-of, no pages of artwork - just barebone games. Still, they're two of the best RPGs around.

Fortunately, there’s absolutely no lag during gameplay, so bombing friends is every bit as fast as before.

Digimon and card battle fans will find a comprehensive game in DCB, but non-fans could be turned off by the digital world.

A unique and refreshing console style RPG whose superb story and irreverent characters easily overshadow its minor technical limitations.

A very fun and gritty game with lots of charm to boot.

This overall sense of quality, its accessibility to all levels of player, and the simple, visceral thrill of using a were-lion to maul a bunny rabbit in an abandoned museum, transforms BR3 an animal that is more than just the sum of its parts.

A nearly perfect conclusion to the Child of Bhaal saga, combining deft storytelling , an intelligent abilities system, and the trademark high quality fans of the series have come to expect into one superlative package.

MM surprised me with it’s slick graphical engine, solid game play, and involving depth and appeal. One thing that makes MM stand out is the fact it’s more of a futuristic sport, than a plain old kill and destroy storyline.

A fun ride that doesn't last long - about an hour.

Humour - GOOD humour - is hard to get across in entertainment software, but Startopia succeeds in not only being a fun game, but a funny game.

A brilliant game but as you know, no game is perfect. Sadly in the case of Sonic Adventure 2, there’s frequently the feeling of ‘Ugh what a set up!’; if you know what I mean.

This is easily a title no fan of the sport will want to be without. And it may very well make you a fan in the meantime.

NBA Street has taken the rock and seriously posterized NBA Jam and EA's own NBA Live 2001 on PS2. NBA Street has beaten down all other basketball games on the market and told their mothers to their faces.

It has enough graphical flair, intriguing storylines, and just down right creepiness, to make you forget this is being played on a 6 year old system.

The addictive qualities of "Z" are still there, but the passing years have made the underlying gameplay of Steel Soldiers boring, old and passé.

Every aspect of the gameplay from the beginning through the rest of the game, is very tight...A top-notch game.

The show already invades ABC several times and week. Playing the PSone version on top of that just might drive you over the edge.

One of the best games of the year on any platform.

It’s unfortunate that Nintendo didn’t release an all-new side scrolling Mario game.

Awesome. The Sonic Team title has it all – 4 player linkable battle, create-a-stage, create-a-character, and some of the best darn puzzles that ever made it to a portable.

I can say that I've been playing it for about 4hrs at a time and it doesn't get old. Good graphics and good presentation of a classic game makes for an excellent choice

Despite a few issues, it's quite a nice collection.

A decent surprise.

An accurate, immersive, and extensible simulation of conducting a train that train fans and general sim fans will find simply irresistible-although it might not do much for the gamers not enthused about trains.

If you want a game that is a pale imitation of a "good" platformer, than give Pinobee a try.

One of the rare games that takes the best from lots of games, adds random dungeons, and a dash of its own originality, and ends up being a really great game.

It has all the charm and addictive qualities of its Sega-based brethren, with better graphics and more features, to boot.

Feels more like Crazy Taxi 1.5 than a full sequel. The same basic, addictive formula is present, but for some reason it just doesn't feel as exciting or challenging as the original.

The Driving physics are completely unrefined and lack the tight control that is needed to play the game. That tied with the enemy car AI that is completely useless and doesn’t provide an adequate challenge even on any level, the gameplay sinks faster than the titanic.

Easily the best single player-oriented first person shooter since Valve Software’s "Half-Life," Volition has strongly stepped its foot into the door as one of the better developers in the genre.

A pretty solid, if somewhat plain vanilla Snowboarding title. It looks good, plays well, and offers plenty to see and do.

The gameplay borrows heavily from Driver – so heavily that it winds up destroying the cop-like feel it tries to pull off.

It’s more of a half-assed sequel to an excellent game that only fans desperately in need of more Dave Mirra need to check out.

Younger gamers and Digimon fans looking for a simple RPG to help pass some time, should give Digimon World 2 a try.

While it doesn't really have enough single player content to satisfy most fans of the genre, PB3 definitely is much more fun with multiple players.

If you loved Tony Hawk, you will definitely love Mat Hofman's Pro BMX. While it doesn't have the more extensive options and deeper mechanics of "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2," it has plenty of its own personality and depth.

You really can’t get more bang for your buck with Confidential Mission. If you like playing super spy and shooting up bad guys, this one’s for you.

Mario Party 3 should absolutely not be bought for the one player mode...For those that are looking for a fun multiplayer game, this one certainly fits the bill. It's easily the best Mario Party game yet with more events and mini-games than ever before.

Control is tight and players should have no problem getting into the swing of things.

Dr. Mario is too little too late and definitely isn’t what the doctor ordered.

Watching your favorite Simpsons characters battle it out is fun, but even die-hard fans will have a problem liking the horrid gameplay that comes with it.

Probably the biggest problem with Pokemon Stadium 2 is its longevity. The entire game is based around battles. There is no adventure or quest to go on like in the Game Boy games.

The game also has replay value up the wazoo. Not only do you get to storm through 25 levels of insanity, but you have many extras to unlock as well.

It is a fantastic ride, to be sure, but a shallow, all-too-brief and ultimately unfulfilling one.

Once I made it past that initial stage of astonishment, I made an unfortunate discovery: the single-player game, as designed, just isn't much fun in the long term.

Gamers with an open mind and a block of time to set aside will find Unison to be something new, something fresh and definitely something different.

You will find this game most enjoyable, but lacking the visual and audio flare you’ve come to know and love out of your PS2.

This is just an insult to the folks who shelled out 300 dollars for the PlayStation 2.

The only real plus, is the lighting effects from explosions. The overall package is pretty ugly though, which is a shame.

A strategically intelligent game with a polished edge keen enough to slice through many jaded preconceptions about the future of RTS titles.

The mission structure is thoughtful, the character skill/trait development is fantastic, and the tactical combat is challenging.

One amazing game. If you love hack and slash action or resident evil type games, you should definitely get this masterpiece, especially with the replay value.

I feel UT is the more polished title, even though "Quake (3 Arena)" may have it beaten on a creativity level. I'm sure I'll return to my "Quake" world in the future, but honestly you can't go wrong with either title.

With realism aside, I still had a hard time hating this game. It is fun; I just had to forget all I know about baseball.

It is a bit on the short side, but the upside is a fantastic plot that has numerous side stories to it that cannot all be experienced in a single play.

If you're desperate for some next generation eye candy and can put up with the mediocre game engine, then by all means snag this game.

Since the game is relatively short (under 10 hours for most players), I have to wonder if Rare didn't try to compensate for this shortcoming by making some of the areas insanely difficult to beat.

Isn’t without its flaws, but there is way more good than bad, and most of the bad is hardly worth mentioning.

A reasonably deep and engaging experience that will please both advocates of "Diablo"-style hack-and-slash as well as fans of the anime series. There's a lot of solid gameplay lurking below the lustreless exterior.

It combines an atmosphere that will have you changing your shorts at least twice per playing session with beautiful visuals and balanced gameplay that requires some actual thinking to make it through successfully.

Retro Helix is a fantastic game, better than its predecessor and one of the last must own games for PlayStation owners.

Somewhat of a mixed bag - the game has frenetic shooting action and decent control, but it's mediocre mission design and short length make keep it from the greatness of such predecessors like "Tie Fighter" and "Rogue Squadron."

After playing a four player game in NBA Hoopz, we ended up going right back to "NBA Showtime" because it is overall, just a better game.

It's pretty good. I'm just waiting for EA to revamp all their games and give sports fans something new. Until then, you guys might want to change your catch phrase to... "EA sports, it's still the same."

On average, a single level doesn't take more than three minutes to finish, and with that in mind, it doesn't take long to factor in that the title doesn't have much longevity...Once you've gone through once, you have done it all.