While UT2K4 does mark the current high-water mark in FPS shooters with its innovative game play modes, and the addition of Onslaught really does seal the deal for me, there’s not a huge amount here that’s revolutionary… it’s just a really solid FPS game, well executed.

Thanks to the three modes of play, Drakengard remains fairly fresh because the actions always seems to sway right when it should.

This newest edition of Pitfall has all the elements to make a fun platformer, but it is just put together rather sloppily.

In every way (except graphics, AI and sound…I’m looking at you Bandai), .hack//Quarantine is the best .hack game. The plot keeps you very into the story, and the ending movie is one of the best FMVs out there.

If you see a copy in a bargain bin someplace for less than $10 and you like FPS games, you might want to give it a try. Just watch out for those sadistic rednecks and their gimp suit.

A game that will prove very difficult for the casual strategy gamer, and a real challenge to the hardcore gamer. Either playing against the CPU or a human enemy, the best battle plan will win through in the end.

The Master Roshi load screen has more replay value than Babidi’s Space Ship. I find this game insulting both as a gamer and as a DBZ fan.

The game's important story is now critical to the evolving RE plot thanks to "Resident Evil 4." So, if you want to knowingly absorb all that RE4's story presents, you should definitely take a creepy walk down memory lane.

I-Ninja is about quality over quantity. Most gamers can probably finish this game in about 9-10 hours but each minute will entertaining.

Fledgling developer Swingin' Ape Studios has created one of the most addictive, hilarious and challengingly deep shooters of this console generation.

While the plot is alright, the overly-simplistic battles will leave a strategy-buff wanting more.

EA has done an exceptional job creating a game around the movie, and their efforts are certainly deserving of your attention.

The game doesn’t live up to the qualities resplendent in either the book or the movies, but it’s still a technically competent game and fun to play.

If you have friends round and they aren’t scared of a little jumping around then this is definitely a game you want to get. If there’s alcohol involved, all the better!

The game doesn't live up to the qualities resplendent in either the book or the movies, but it's still a technically competent game and fun to play.

The game doesn't live up to the qualities resplendent in either the book or the movies, but it's still a technically competent game and fun to play.

As shooters go, you really can't do wrong by letting this gem take up some hard drive space on your PC.

Multiplayer modes notwithstanding, this is an awesome title with a grown-up storyline, not only for its subject matter (how many 10-year-olds know what a Soviet or The Cold War is?), but also for its twists and political implications.

Opening doors by collecting plants and telling other creatures to perform simple tasks through inconvenient button combinations just isn’t that fun.

A surprisingly satisfying tactical endeavor. With four unique storylines to play through, many hours can be pumped into this game.

With graphical enhancements and improved controls over last year's edition of the NHL franchise, EA Sports manages to keep the hits coming.

The game mostly moves at a breakneck pace that's too fast to control skillfully, but there are some instances of severe slowdown.

Outbreak commits the great sin of being worse than its previous installment. The plot continues, but the mission setup makes it impossible to enjoy as much as you (should have) enjoyed Mutation.

The assortment of characters, both new and old, will take time to master, but they’re all so different and well balanced that you’ll probably pick a favorite in no time, but still want to try them all.

Futurama caters directly to the fans of the brilliant but troubled series. It has exactly what all fans require for their biased games. Otherwise Futurama is a completely average platformer that’s only worth a look in the bargain bin.

Solid in virtually every way, it’ll more than tide you over till Devil May Cry 3 comes along.

MSF2004 does an amazing job at incorporating history into the simulation, and it sets itself aside from the other flight sims in the series, and from any flight sim for that matter.

No videogame fan, let alone a college football fan, should miss the experience of this complete game. Not many sports games recently can say they have all the simulation must-haves and all the fun arcade elements that make a sports game fun to play.

If you never played a Mega Man Battle Network game, play the GBA versions in numeric order to understand and to get the most out of the game. This is a game that probably could have been great if some design issues were worked out.

It is great way to kill time and anyone with ADD will feel comfort in this title as the rapid pace of the game is blazingly fast.

Really, this series is made for a very specific group (otakus and mega-RPG fanatics) so very few people will really love this game above other PS2 RPGs.

The best Wolverine game to date. This game makes you feel like you are Wolverine and it deserves some recognition for that.

A brilliantly designed shooter, which can be enjoyed by any gamer of any time period.

This game is challenging and will last quite a while since every game is completely random and there is plenty to unlock including more music, new characters, and new character outfits. The biggest problem with this game is the fact that you need two copies of the game to play on two systems.

A rare game for me, a game where I simply don’t care about originality or plot. Instead I find myself lost in an addicting trifle of sweet little monsters and cutesy dialog.

It's a shame that this port isn't more ambitious, because there's a downloadable, deluxe and for-pay version of Bookworm for the PC that a faster mode of play, with burning blocks appearing in real-time.

It looks good, it sounds good, yet, while it has a few interesting moments, it doesn’t impress or break new ground the way the original did.

From decent characters to the lack of a useful training mode, the game does fair well in the fighting game genre however, it is not as strong as some of its leading competitors.

It's also fun to explore gambling at the casino, shopping at the stores, and giving gifts.

Note to developers: When you attempt to produce something new and original in the development oven, cook the idea till it’s done. Don’t bring it to the table lukewarm.

This new type of multiplayer is worth the purchase of the game itself but the only down fall is trying to find another player (or three) that owns a copy of the game.

The challenge may be extremely difficult, but players will have tons of fun in the process. Honors should be given because this is the first 3D handheld game to be ported from a 3D game on a 3D system.

I finished the game in about seven hours and I’d expect anyone else to be able to do about the same.

This otherwise solid game is simply too relentlessly tough on the outside to be worth the journey of frustration to its creamy center.

It may not live up to Hard core fans’ expectations, but by no means is it a weak RPG.

The soundtrack is exceptional, offering rock and techno play-lists, and a fully customizable jukebox feature letting you filter any tunes or even whole genres however you like.

Stock up on junk food and eye-drops while you can because once you're in the game, you may never want to come back out.

A worthy successor.

Despite some hiccups in the hit detection, the annoying commentator, and no reload button, Silent Scope is a good game. The story mode seems short at first, but soon a whole new mission will be unlocked.

Amazing controls, a beautiful level design, and acute attention to detail, Super Mario Sunshine – as expected – is easily a title to be reckoned with.

The central narrative holds up for the most part, the squad-based elements are terrific, and the suspense won’t let you down.

Essentially, the GBA is not the place to look for if you want a quality FPS, but Duke Nukem Advance has been crafted with due care, which generates an extremely pleasurable gaming experience.

So if you can look past Neverwinter Nights’ monotonous single-player campaign to its much more stimulating multiplayer mode, it is a worthy buy for any fan of D&D.

Despite the limited appeal of Arc Arena and personal hang-ups with the story and lack of character depth in Arc II, when combined into one package, this series shines as a high-watermark for the RPG genre.

Overall Gauntlet: Dark Legacy seems archaic and primitive considering what the Gamecube is capable of and it won't be hooking many new fans into the Gauntlet series.

Koei's fresh burst of creativity is a relief from the other music games that just don't quite cut it.

The game has an enormous amount of charm, and it mixes old school with new school almost seamlessly.

While it certainly doesn’t have the graphical prowess of Crazy Taxi the real character voices and classic Simpson’s sense of humor make it worth a rental.

After the initial love wears off, you will find it harder and harder to get the passion back—unless you’re playing with 3 others.

Games like Ico are increasingly rare in their originality, honesty, and heartfelt approach to the digital form of entertainment.

If Stretch Panic had a theme, it would be repetition.

A must-have installment in the RE series - perhaps now more than ever. The game’s important story is now critical to the evolving RE plot thanks to "Resident Evil 4."

While some people may get frustrated on the higher difficulties, they add a great dimension to the game and separate the casual racers from the true F-Zero fans.

An immensely entertaining game. For those gamers who crave classic side-scrolling action it provides a more than adequate fix.

Offering vibrant environments, adorable characters, and genuinely clever puzzles governing every facet of level design, there's not much to dislike about The Adventures of Cookie & Cream.

The one thing the game does have going for it is some nice looking cut scenes.

Being time consuming, this game may not be for the passive gamer, but for anyone who is willing to put in the energy, Ring of Red will provide a rich experience filled with both great tactics and a wonderful story.

Make no mistake about it, whether you’re an adventure gaming junkie who misses the days of old, or a wet-behind-the-ears adventurer eager to see why this genre is (still) one of the best, The Longest Journey belongs in your collection.

Smuggler's Run is a solid addition to any action or racing fanatic's collection.

This particular version of [Unreal Tournament] seems more like a beta than a well-aged port.

With appealing graphics, extremely challenging gameplay, along with keen sounds, and a two second learning curve, Diablo II provides the ultimate experience.

The storyline runs in perfect harmony with the action and acts as a conduit not a stopgap, or a padding device. Each gaming element compliments the next and the entire presentation is nothing short of, well…dare we say it…revolutionary.

Realism in games has always been a hot issue, but Tenchu achieved the perfect mixture of realistic ninja action with accompanying elements of the fantastic.