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For 292 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 57% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 35% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.1 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
Highest review score: 98 Halo 2
Lowest review score: 34 Spikeout: Battle Street
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 206 out of 292
  2. Mixed: 81 out of 292
  3. Negative: 5 out of 292
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    • 95 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Halo 2
    Most of the new additions in the game aren't innovative on their own, but like with the original, Bungie combines almost everything that makes the FPS genre fantastic into one, nearly flawless package. Halo 2 is, without a shadow of a doubt, the greatest game on the Xbox, and arguably one of the greatest games ever made.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Half-Life 2
    Half-Life 2's greatest triumph, however, is not in any of these individual elements, but in the Orwellian milieu created by constant reminders that you are not the hunter, but the hunted.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Virtua Fighter 4
    It’s going to be remembered as not only the deepest fighting game for the Playstation 2, but also the best, on any platform.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
    KOTOR brings so much to the table and delivers to the full amount, allowing for great gameplay, unbelievable graphics, excellent story, and magnificent sound, making it sad when you finish the game.
    • 95 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto: Vice City
    The replay value is basically perfect.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Burnout 3: Takedown
    Without a shadow of a doubt the best in the series and arguably the best arcade racer in history.
    • 97 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Halo: Combat Evolved
    Halo will stand the test of time as the most played Xbox game ever.
    • 97 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Metroid Prime
    Everything is perfectly detailed and brought to life, and the design is simply breathtaking. On the elevator rides, you can just look at Samus's Suit in all its glory with awe.
    • 95 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
    It is hard to find a game with the perfect blend of unique, action packed missions and interesting and enthralling non-mission events, but Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas pulls it off in convincing fashion.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Burnout 3: Takedown
    Without a shadow of a doubt the best in the series and arguably the best arcade racer in history.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition
    The game is worth the price of admission for the customization alone, but throw in near perfect graphics, great sound, a plethora of game modes and online play and you have a racing game that is one of the best on the market.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Psychonauts
    No title is likely to exhibit this much magnetic appeal for some time to come, and as an outspoken resident of Lungfishopolis once remarked, if you don't buy Psychonauts, you "are against children—and against love.”
    • 94 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    God of War
    It is so much fun, so well-paced, that hours will flow by leaving you with a grin on your face, enveloped in this divine virtual game experience. It is the will of the gods that you buy this game.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty
    It’s almost as fun to watch as it is to play.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy X
    Everything from the gameplay to the graphics in Final Fantasy X is remarkable.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Psychonauts
    No title is likely to exhibit this much magnetic appeal for some time to come, and as an outspoken resident of Lungfishopolis once remarked, if you don't buy Psychonauts, you "are against children-and against love."
    • 97 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto III
    One of the greatest games of all time. Although there will be many political battles over this game for a long time, Grand Theft Auto 3 won’t be pulled from shelves.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga
    Superstar graphics, stellar sound, outrageous gameplay and a hilarious story.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
    The series has been known for extravagant production values, but this one is without a doubt the top of the heap. Graphically, Snake Eater takes everything about "Sons of Liberty" ' which is still to this day one of the best looking Playstation 2 games ' and one-ups it in every way imaginable.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Golden Sun: The Lost Age
    A flawless RPG with a great continuation of the original cliffhanger. It’ll boast about 30 hours to beat your first time through.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition
    The game is worth the price of admission for the customization alone, but throw in near perfect graphics, great sound, a plethora of game modes and online play and you have a racing game that is one of the best on the market.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
    Individually, the components of GTA San Andreas are very strong. When combined, though, the total package makes for one of the best gameplay experiences that has been seen in the gaming world in years.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Unreal Tournament 2004
    If you're looking for perhaps the best multiplayer experience ever created in the history of the industry, this is definitely the game for you.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Tales of Symphonia
    Tales of Symphonia features something rarely perfected by any other companies; great voice acting.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Far Cry
    A magnificent game. On every level it just stays superb. The only gripe that's mentionable is just the lack of a fleshed out multiplayer mode.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30
    Action and strategy seamlessly blended together.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal
    Just a fantastic game. Needless to say, it's the best in the series, the best platformer on the Playstation 2, and probably the best of this generation.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Ninja Gaiden
    Combining the excellent, fast paced gameplay, with the magnificent visuals of DOA3, Tecmo created a gem of a game and has doubtlessly created a new step towards action game perfection.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Sly 2: Band of Thieves
    Not only are the graphics and gameplay solid, but the audio is just as good as each of those areas, and in some ways better.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Street Fighter Anniversary Collection
    In the Xbox version of the Street Fighter Anniversary Collection, you're getting one of the greatest games of all time, a definitive iteration of a true classic, online play for both, a great anime movie, and several other bonuses.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Forza Motorsport
    It's easy enough to get into, but will offer up enough challenge for more advanced players.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 4
    Not since "Silent Hill 3" and "Eternal Darkness" has a survival horror game offered so much polish and fascination.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    RollerCoaster Tycoon 3
    Not only is it the best game in the series, it is quite possibly the best game in its genre. Beautiful to look at, enormously entertaining, and never boring, players should prepare to lose hundreds of hours to the best theme park title ever created.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 2005
    A little too much like last year's game...However, its defensive gameplay mechanics are more than enough to warrant that this is a must-play game if you're into football, and it's a lot more user-friendly than ESPN is.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem
    You're not going to find anything like it that outclasses it at all, it's incredible.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
    A high brandwidth assault on the senses.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay
    Challenging but rarely vexing, bleak and unnerving and technically extraordinary.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory
    The single-player is short but sweet, and the multiplayer is just totally sick. With the addition of cooperative play and a new action-focused approach, it makes Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory the most accessible, entertaining, and enjoyable game in the series so far.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Project: Snowblind
    Even with a lackluster story and an almost overwhelming glut of features, Project: Snowblind manages to hold these disparate elements together remarkably well.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
    Although the game is a bit short with six main dungeons and should take only about 30 hours to beat the first time, the gameplay additions and unique style definitely makes up for it.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Freedom Force vs The 3rd Reich
    This is pure, unadulterated fun at its finest, so don't expect complex strategic decision making or hours of agonized role playing as you customize your characters. Instead, let Irrational's newest delight serve as a reminder that games, above all else, are meant to entertain and amuse us.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 2004
    By far the best Madden game to date and it features the best update to any game of its kind.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Katamari Damacy
    At twenty bucks, this game is a steal, and the unadulterated joy and hallucinogenic aura you experience makes it a must-play for anyone with a Playstation 2.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker
    This game is arguably the easiest game in the series.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
    Every single element to the game is polished to such a high degree that virtually everything you do in the game is highly entertaining.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Pandora Tomorrow
    The voice acting as a whole can be remembered as some of the most redundant, monotone and dull voicing you can find in a game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    NBA Street V3
    This game not only has an incredible control scheme, but it has so many extras that you probably won't even have to update until V5. Whichever way you look at it, NBA Street V3 is the new pinnacle of the NBA games and is much more fun than any other basketball game in existence--including "NBA Jam."
    • 92 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
    If you enjoy beautiful, fluid, entertaining adventures, then this is your chance to take part in one.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Guild Wars
    It’s impossible to describe the joy playing Guild Wars offers. It isn’t particularly deep, but it’s highly rewarding nonetheless. A friendly design and interface, and the simple, elegant combat, are bound to appeal to a wide range of gamers.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Project: Snowblind
    Even with a lackluster story and an almost overwhelming glut of features, Project: Snowblind manages to hold these disparate elements together remarkably well.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 2005
    A little too much like last year’s game...However, its defensive gameplay mechanics are more than enough to warrant that this is a must-play game if you’re into football, and it’s a lot more user-friendly than ESPN is.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    NHL 2K6
    It's not perfect, but when you add up the rule changes, the vastly improved gameplay, the bug fixes, and the $20 price tag, it's impossible not to recommend this game to anyone who loves the sport of Hockey.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Suikoden III
    The story campaign will take you around 50 hours to complete with all the characters, which is a very solid amount of time for a game of this stature.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 2004
    Other than the amateur commentating made by John Madden, the sounds of the game are awesome.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metroid Prime 2: Echoes
    Features a lot more action, is much more story driven, has better graphics and sound, and the game is a lot harder than its predecessor was.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Astro Boy: Omega Factor
    Every element is well-designed and engaging, and they come together to create a game that is just a joy to play.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem
    If you're looking for a game with a great story, flawless gameplay, great music, and one that you want to be playing for hours upon end, then Fire Emblem is without a shadow of a doubt the game for you.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    NBA Street V3
    This game not only has an incredible control scheme, but it has so many extras that you probably won’t even have to update until V5. Whichever way you look at it, NBA Street V3 is the new pinnacle of the NBA games and is much more fun than any other basketball game in existence--including "NBA Jam."
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing
    It's not just an amazing game -- its high production values also make it something of a cinematic marvel.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mercenaries
    While the game screams for online multiplayer action, it's sadly not a part of the package. Still, the game's single-player campaign is more than fullfilling, and Mercenaries' varied missions and large collection of explosives will have you glad you grabbed it.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time
    This is a carefully made work of art and should serve as an example to other titles for its near flawless gameplay. Prince of Persia will be remembered for years to come.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening
    Devil May Cry 3 is this year’s PS2 version of "Ninja Gaiden," and it’s arguably better.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Viewtiful Joe
    Capcom got this game right, and should be praised as one of the elite.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DOOM 3
    A gorgeous sci-fi shoot-em-up featuring the most stunning production values yet seen in any game, its pacing and ambience are enough to overlook its linearity and lack of variety and originality in its gameplay.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    World of Warcraft
    On our 5.1 system, the sound was as overwhelming and exciting as the best battles, although there were times when the environmental sound made it difficult to hear an NPC's spoken dialogue.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing
    From the beginning of the game it's obvious that EA has gone to extremes to ensure that it feels just like the movies, and it really pays off.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mercenaries
    One of the most impressive aspects is despite the numerous simultaneous explosions, the frame rate doesn't skip a beat, which is a rarity in the genre.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory
    The weather effects are noticeably impressive in Chaos Theory, and for something so trivial, you’d be surprised just how striking they really are.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Riviera: The Promised Land
    The game also features some nice unlockables as well as multiple endings for every character in the party. And just in case you need another incentive, Atlus isn't shipping too many copies either, so grab it while you can.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    SSX 3
    With outstanding new elements into the gameplay, sound, visuals and other elements that are in today’s high standards, it wouldn’t be wrong to say that this is one of the most enjoyable experiences you’ll have on any platform this year.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Metroid: Zero Mission
    The sceneries are so good that they'll make it seem like you're playing a new Metroid rather than just a remake.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Jade Empire
    Despite the somewhat brutal attack against the game's battle system, it really isn't too bad, especially if you up the difficulty from the hand holding-like default setting.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Battlefield 2
    An excellent step in the evolution of the series, featuring strong improvements to communication in action games while retaining the hectic nature of the combat so familiar to fans.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Freedom Fighters
    With the fabulous visuals, outstanding soundtracks, and easy to pick up gameplay, this is one game that you are sure to enjoy time and time again. Now move out soldier.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 2005
    A little too much like last year’s game...However, its defensive gameplay mechanics are more than enough to warrant that this is a must-play game if you’re into football, and it’s a lot more user-friendly than ESPN is.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour
    One of the best golf games of all time, but when compared to the first, nothing has really happened. The game still provides hours of endless fun, great graphics, perfect sound, and anything you'd expect from the game.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    SSX 3
    With so much to do and so much to be focused on, you’d think SSX 3 would have tight and impossible controls. It doesn’t at all, in fact, they’re practically flawless.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Ikaruga
    It's one of the few Dreamcast ports that weren't sloppily remade. Anyone who appreciates a great game should be able to recognize Ikaruga for its challenge, design, and elegance.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The Sims 2
    Gamers that wanted more freeform control, as well as those requiring greater focus to keep them interested will be happy to find augmentations in both directions.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Gradius V
    With just the main game and the Score Attack mode, it's a bit short on play options; however, for what it does offer, you get a lot of game for just $30. If you're into this type of game or if you have even a remote interest in space shooters, you need to buy this game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Conker: Live & Reloaded
    Those that have played the original will definitely still find a lot to like here, while those that haven't, can finally see what all the fuss is about.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Jak 3
    Graphics wise Jak 3 is stellar. The backgrounds are fantastic and they seem to go on forever. The player models look grand as well.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Doom 3
    Even though the multiplayer deathmatch is a little basic, it's still pretty fun, and the levels are laid out just how any old-school shooter should be. It's fun, just nothing spectacular.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Pikmin 2
    If you can get by all the yelling by your pikmin and the constant self-calling of Olimar and Louie, you shouldn't encounter any problem with the sound.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors
    Arguably the best fighting game available on the Game Boy Advance and is worth every penny.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Gran Turismo 4
    No game on the PS2, sadly, features slower load times than Gran Turismo 4. So when playing—or rather, getting ready to play GT4, you might as well have some refreshments nearby.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Freedom Fighters
    With the fabulous visuals, outstanding soundtracks, and easy to pick up gameplay, this is one game that you are sure to enjoy time and time again.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Pikmin
    Stunning visuals and gameplay.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones
    To put it plain and simple, this game is worth double its original price.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Spider-Man 2
    It's very possible to spend a good deal of time swinging around the city, responding to citizens in need, stopping random crimes, attempting some of the 150 challenges and collecting some of the nearly 400 tokens of various kinds scattered throughout the city.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
    What was already basically perfect from last generation’s standards, this gets better. From the new re-vert stuff to the great graphics and level design, THPS3 is a must-own.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Burnout 2: Point of Impact
    If you don’t like Burnout 2 there is seriously something wrong with you.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Def Jam: Fight for NY
    Delivers on all fronts. Sure it has its minor flaws, but with a stellar story, crazy amounts of celebrities, licensed soundtrack, and fun fighting engine, you would be hard pressed to find a game as enjoyable as Fight for NY.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    F-Zero GX
    The Emblem Editor is also a nifty addition for those who like to be creative. You have the ability to make your own emblem with the use of various art techniques.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes
    A remake of one of the coolest, most satisfying action games ever made.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Burnout 2: Point of Impact
    If you don’t like Burnout 2 there is seriously something wrong with you.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3
    What was already basically perfect from last generation’s standards, this gets better.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    NCAA Football 06
    All sorts of great action await you, so to put it to plain and simple words; NCAA Football 06 is the best game in the series.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Mega Man Anniversary Collection
    You need Mega Man Anniversary Collection like you need air to breath.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Mario Golf: Advance Tour
    A great game, and it's arguably the best multiplayer experience on the Game Boy Advance.
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