The game is very simple but provides quite a challenge and tons of explosive fun. [July 2004, p.120]

There's a lot to like about Mickey's return to Wasteland, and the follow-up does improve on its predecessor in a number of ways. [Dec 2012, p.92]

The updated Wii U version improves on many issues that irked fans when Ninja Gaiden 3 originally launched, but repetitious battles and a hokey story knock the experience down a few notches. [Dec 2012, p.86]

It's still a fun time, but this port feels a bit rushed. [Dec 2012, p.84]

It's amusing, but unfortunately the GamePad can cause noticeable lag issues on the TV screen when it's in use during a dance. [Dec 2012, p.82]

Intended as a colorful and welcoming invitation for new Wii U owners, Nintendo Land succeeds as a broadly enjoyable tutorial on the myriad features and abilities of the console and its unique GamePad controller. [Dec 2012, p.72]

The Rabbids still amuse with their antics, but their first Wii U effort fails to consistently entertain. [Dec 2012, p.73]

Harvest Moon 3D is a nice addition to the long-running franchise, and should please both existing fans and anyone else interested in virtual agriculture. Nov 2012, p.84]

WWE '13 comes across as too ambitious for its own good. [Nov 2012, p.84]

If you can force your eyes to adjust, you'll have a good time. [Nov 2012, p.78]

It's a bland platformer filled with repetitive tasks. [Nov 2012, p.76]

There are still reasons to love the way Madden is offered on ii--it's just a shame that its value proposition relative to last year's edition is not among them. [Oct 2012, p.84]

Although Angry Birds Trilogy provides a unique Angry Birds experience for Nintendo 3DS owners, given the cheap and widespread availability of the game's core content, it's difficult to recommend Angry Birds to anyone other than hardcore fans and those who truly have no other medium for playing it. [Oct 2012, p.84]

The combined lack of compelling gameplay, graphics, and story makes it hard to recommend The Amazing Spider-Man, even to die-hard spider-fans. [Aug 2012, p.82]

However, any fun derived from Spider-Man's web-slinging and butt-kicking is overshadowed by the game's weak overall presentation. [Aug 2012, p.82]

LEGO Batman 2 certainly doesn't innovate, but I had fun seeing what stages and superheroes I could unlock next. [July 2012, p.82]

The motion-controlled melee combat is flawed, so the most effective way to defeat baddies is by playing the game like a twin-stick shooter---albeit a twin-stick shooter with sometimes-temperamental auto-aim. [July 2012, p.82]

Even better, this game does a mostly good job of bringing the Diablo-style experience to the Nintendo 3DS system. [July 2012, p.85]

Although RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D can be fun, its shortcomings prevent it from being the immersive experience the series is famous for. [May 2012, p.86]

For better and for worse, Mario Tennis Open is clearly meant to be a very accessible console-style experience on a handheld. [May 2012, p.84]

It's disappointing to see such a promising title held back by problems that could have been easily fixed. [April 2012, p.83]

If you enjoyed the system's preinstalled AR Games, consider this a title worth investigating. [April, 2012, p.82]

The game's offbeat humor made the tough job more enjoyable. [March 2012, p.86]

The gameplay is flawed. The most obvious problem is the controls, which suffer due to the required use of the Control Pad. [March 2012, p.86]

It's ultimately interesting enough to keep you playing until the end. [Jan/Feb 2012, p.88]

Minor issues aside, Crush 3D should provide plenty of fun to anyone who wants a mental workout. [Jan/Feb 2012, p.86]

This simply isn't a nice-looking game. [Jan/Feb 2012, p.85]

A fairly fun, fast-paced, and satisfying take on the cooking genre. [Jan/Feb 2012, p.85]

Some activities aren't worthy of gold medals, but the addictive fun of the best ones proves that Mario and Sonic's latest competition is still a victory. [Jan/Feb 2012, p.84]

Less-than-consistent frame rate and irritating load times. [Dec 2011, p.86]

Although the gameplay is predictable and repetitive at times, it's easy to overlook once you get sucked into this magical LEGO realm. [Dec 2011, p.86]

There's fun to be had in WWE '12, but with each iteration of the franchise, it feels like bigger changes are needed for the series to stay relevant. [Dec 2011, p.81]

The gameplay is solid--it features some nice options and delivers on its promise of simple cerebral diversions--but the presentation is pretty darn dull. [Oct 2011, p.84]

It's a shame the puzzles aren't more varied. The structure of James Noir's Hollywood Crimes could use some work too. [Nov 2011, p.75]

Fortunately, Nano Assault adjusts the difficulty level depending upon how you play, which can help alleviate the frustration. [Nov 2011, p.79]

The overall package is one that only fairly young players with generous parents are going to really enjoy. [Nov 2011, p.76]

Its outward appearance may seem kiddy, but Go Vacation is surprisingly deep for a minigame collection. [Nov 2011, p.77]

Numerous sequels and spin-offs later, the franchise has arrived on the Nintendo 3DS handheld, but I'm sad to say that the experience hasn't improved at all. [Nov 2011, p.77]

Unlike Thor, however, Captain America suffers a bit in the transition to the stereoscopic handheld. [Nov 2011, p.77]

There is a terrific adventure game here, but you'll have to tolerate multiple irritating quirks to get to it. [Nov 2011, p.79]

That said, Mario & Sonic at the London Olympic Games is a winner overall--thanks in part to the continuing awesomeness of the Mario-and-Sonic combination. [Nov 2011, p.82]

Spider-Man has definitely seen better days. [Nov 2011, p.83]

Some visual glitches and a few repetitive stretches made my spider sense tingle, but this is a solid outing nonetheless. [Nov 2011, p.83]

It's a real bummer that things fall apart in the heat of the action due to visual blips, game-freezing bugs, and audio pops. [Nov 2011, p.83]

There are problems inherent to bringing console dancing games to handhelds--like, for instance, the fact that they just don't work as originally intended. [Nov 2011, p.85]

It's just hard to remember the last time a Madden game changed so little from one season to the next. [Sept 2011, p.72]

It's great that the Nintendo 3DS version of FIFA Soccer 12 has most of the features of its Wii sibling.(Sadly, though, FIFA City is not included in this game.) [Oct 2011, p.86]

And that's the thing--Pet Zombies is an amusing idea. Monotonous gameplay, however, is not. [Oct 2011, p.86]

The turn-based battle system--in which you pit your collection of possessed treasures against enemy spirits--is sort of interesting, but not enough to make up for the title's shortcomings. [Oct 2011, p.84]

With this restructured control scheme, a lot of the frustration is alleviated. That gives this N3DS edition the edge over its Wii sibling, but it's ultimately a case of too little too late. [Oct 2011, p.83]

And sadly, the dead-simple games themselves lack much of the charm, spark, and ingenuity of the older Mama entries. [Sept 2011, p.73]

Deca Sports Extreme is fun at first, but it won't hold your interest long enough to justify spending $40. [Sept 2011, p.73]

When the game sticks to this classic(yet variety-filled)formula of quick action and quick reflexes, it's pretty fun. [Sept 2011, p.73]

A hard mode makes things a bit more fun, but it becomes available only after you play through the game once. [Sept 2011, p.82]

Ultimately, charm and high replayability trump the sometimes-awkward controls. [Aug 2011, p.89]

The real shame of it all is that Captain America: Super Soldier does many things right. [Aug 2011, p.88]

And like Mario Kart Wii, Cars 2 is at its best when you're playing with pals. [July 2011, p.89]

We recommend a catch-and-release approach to Reel Fishing Paradise 3D; it probably isn't destined for your trophy wall. [July 2011, p.89]

Despite a few high points, you can safely file this game under "not bad, but entirely skippable." [July 2011, p.88]

It's not for everyone, but Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions is certainly worth checking out if you haven;t tried Pac-Man Championship Edition or Galaga Legions yet. [July 2011, p.90]

This title is certainly enjoyable on the whole--assuming you haven't grown weary of the LEGO formula--but LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean feels like a step backward after playing the best LEGO game yet, the aforementioned LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars. [June 2011, p.88]

Taken on its own, however, the N3DS edition provides a fine way to experience the lost art of pinball. [June 2011, p.88]

The gameplay made me really want to like this game, and I can't stress that enough. Unfortunately, everything else just falls flat. [May 2011, p.89]

Unfortunately this newly christened Nintendo 3DS version of the game falls well short of the original. [May 2011, p.88]

Rabbids Travel in Time 3D plays it simple and safe, relying on its charming presentation to carry the bulk of the weight. [May 2011, p.89]

Punch Time Explosion is not a trendsetter; that's for certain. But with no portable Super Smash Bros. in sight, it's a likeable interpretation that will curb your cravings--or start them anew. [May 2011, p.89]

Even a deity can fall prey to that most pesky of villains: monotony. [May 2011, p.86]

Clearly has some good ideas; it's just too bad that their execution wasn't as good as it should have been. [May 2011, p.86]

So EA didn't totally drop the ball; this offering just doesn't live up to the high standards we've come to expect from the Madden name. [April 2011, p.77]

Everything's mostly solid from a gameplay standpoint, but touch-screen inputs can be recognized on occasion. [April 2011, p.80]

But instead of controlling just one character on the battlefield, you can switch between up to four combatants as will, which adds strategy and helps keep up the game's pace. [April 2011, p.85]

However, the creative microgames and style of play presented in SpongeBob SquigglePants are delightful additions to the genre. [April 2011, p.85]

Whether your knowledge of tennis is limited to Wii Sports or you're a seasoned vet, Top Spin 4's action is satisfying. [April 2011, p.85]

In stark contrast to its Wii counterpart, Rango for the Nintendo DS is a relatively enticing action-RPG. [April 2011, p.86]

The background graphics and lighting effects can be impressive--though such work is wasted on mediocre gameplay. [April 2011, p.86]

Even with a lot of areas in need of polish, WWE All Stars isn't a bad game. [April 2011, p.87]

Despite appropriating elements from the popular Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit and Burnout franchises, Asphalt 3D is an unexceptional arcade-racing title. [April 2011, p.86]

This is not to say Naruto Shippuden: Shinobi Rumble is a bad game. It's just a shame it doesn't live up to its potential. [Feb 2011, p.88]

ATV Wild Ride starts with an undeniably solid feature set: eight riders and eight ATVs(most of which must be unlocked), single and multiplayer modes, four race styles(World Tour, Quick Race, Freestyle, and Time Trial), 24 tracks styled after locations worldwide, and leaderboards that track your accolades. [Feb 2011, p.87]

Still, both Worms veterans and newcommers alike should check out Battle Islands; with such little left to expand on, this is probably as good as it's going to get. [Feb 2011, p.87]

"Quotation Forthcoming"

"Quotation Forthcoming"

"Quotation Forthcoming"

As it is, it's a passable diversion that should please TRON fans for a few hours. [Jan 2011, p.85]

There's some good content here(especially where the Light Cycles are concerned), but the game is undeniably limited. [Jan 2011, p.85]

It's disappointing, especially given the depth of the other iterations, but this Ghost Recon has its charms. [Holiday 2010, p.89]

Anyone who already has Namco Museum Remix should steer clear. [Dec 2010, p.87]

A reasonably good time. [Dec 2010, p.86]

Mostly feels like material found in the bargain bin. [Dec 2010, p.86]

Frustrating controls. [Dec 2010, p.86]

The game's overall zaniness and sense of humor make you want to keep playing just to see what happens next. [Dec 2010, p.83]

Shakes things up in some interesting ways, mainly through its diverse array of mission locales. [Nov 2010, p.89]

Some situations are frustratingly difficult, but the play control is intuitive and reasonably responsive. [Nov 2003, p.154]

An overall lack of polish and poor enemy design. [Nov 2010, p.91]

From their porch at the River City retirement home, we're sure Crash and the boys would approve. [Sept 2010, p.89]

I'd had my fill of destruction after an hour or two. [Nov 2010, p.87]

Considering how basic Swords is, it would have been better suited to WiiWare; as a full retail release, it's disappointing. [Nov 2010, p.91]

Not even new voiceovers from Sean Astin (Sam) and John Rhys-Davies (Gimli) can salvage this thoroughly regrettable effort. [Nov 2010, p.88]