The graphics are sparse, but the courses are well-designed, with lots of curves and hills. [Sept 2003, p.138]

The levels are inconsistent in their difficulty and some of the play mechanics - fishing, in particular - are frustrating, but the game offers a lot of play. [July 2003, p.145]

Play control is tight and the graphics are colorful but sparse. [June 2003, p.139]

The play control is responsive and intuitive, but the difficulty is high from the first battle. [July 2003, p.146]

The highly stylized graphics and familiar music add to MMNT's atmosphere perfectly. [July 2003, p.144]

Gorgeous graphics and beautifully orchestrated music set the perfect mood for this amazing game. The open mission layout forces you to strategize, rather than simply running in with guns blazing. [Sept 2003, p.135]

Monkeys by the barrel, a five-pack of zoo chums, sprawling levels and lotsa minigames - a trip to the Country still packs in tons of gameplay. [June 2003, p.136]

Until you get used to the controls, you may be stuck on the first bout. [July 2003, p.146]

Every bit as silly and fun as the Ultimate Muscle cartoon series. [July 2003, p.145]

Like "Pokemon Stadium," but the crafty combat is more interactive. [Oct 2002, p.196]

Three multiplayer party tables and a Chao Garden add to the mix. [July 2003, p.82]

The competitions are consistently fun in keeping with the zany sense of humor that made the Shrek movie so memorable. [June 2003, p.138]

Play control is tight and the graphics are detailed, with a great sci-fi style. [July 2003, p.147]

It's not perfect by any means, but I find it hard to stop playing - always a good sign. [Sept 2003, p.136]

The Hulk is strong but small on screen, and the game's isometric view sometimes makes it difficult to navigate. [July 2003, p.145]

Simply smashing! The style has a Gamma-irradiated glow, the plotline is true to the comic series and the game play isn't overly cerebral. [Aug 2003, p.143]

So joyfully silly I can't help but burst into laughter every time I play. The minigames are all a riot and they just keep on coming![June 2003, p.135]

Although the games have not been graphically updated, they still look great and play smoothly. [May 2003, p.141]

Although it is easy to battle using sommoned monsters and attack cards, the system is somewhat limiting. [June 2003, p.137]

At times, the game seems to focus more on mundane wandering around than on interesting pirate activity, but the action picks up as the story progresses. [Sept 2003, p.137]

Its game play suffers from repetition, but this two-disc technomelange has tons of great stuff for "Matrix" fans. [July 2003, p.142]

Focuses on exploration and puzzle-solving instead of fighting, and its minimal difficulty makes it appropriate for young Finding Nemo fans. [July 2003, p.146]

Excellent graphics, animation, voice acting and control make the GCN adaptation of Finding Nemo a pleasure to watch and play. [July 2003, p.145]

The graphics are unparalleled, the mosnters are original and challeng[ing] and the scope of the game is impressive. [June 2003, p.136]

Up to four players can play cooperative linked adventures. [May 2003, p.68]

A mix of racing genres that add up to less than the sum of their parts. [June 2003, p.138]

Energy, action and street-ball style make NBA Street Vol. 2 every bit as exciting as the original game. [Apr 2003, p.134]

The game has great graphics with terrific effects and smooth animation. [June 2003, p.140]

The control is very tight, and the moves are plentiful. [May 2003, p.140]

Frustrating play control and awkward camera movement weaken the game. [June 2003, p.138]

Since the races take place inside tubes, sharp curves do not pose a sense of danger, which takes some excitement out of the race. [May 2003, p.138]

Unsheathe your claws and tear through eight levels of fast-paced action in Wolverine's first GBA adventure. [May 2003, p.140]

Quite possibly the greatest entry in one of gaming's oldest genres, Ikaruga is brilliantly innovative, visually stunning and one heck of a challenge. [May 2003, p.136]

Not only is this a fantastic RPG, but it's arguably better than the first game. Add to that the best graphics on the GBA, a gigantic sound track and a massive, twisting story line and you have a winner. [Apr 2003, p.133]

WR works as a button-masher and at a deeper level, too, if you take the time to understand how the Strike moves work. [June 2003, p.135]

The connectivity additions elevate Splinter Cell to a whole new level of cool. Tilt the GBA SP screen up next to your TV - it's like being equipped with real surveillance gear. [June 2003, p.134]

Nine Crazy Box minigames add to the game play variety. [June 2003, p.139]

Perfectly calibrated controls, realistic graphics and an incredible sense of speed and danger make Burnout 2: Point of Impact the most satisfying driving experience on the GCN. [June 2003, p.137]

The trading card game rules could be confusing for a Yu-Gi-Oh! novice, but the basic play control is intuitive. [May 2003, p.140]

A cute, enjoyable game that is suitable for young players. [Apr 2003, p.135]

The game features five long missions, unlockable training sessions and a Boss Mode. [Jan 2003, p.172]

The graphics have a soft storybook look, and the great music and sound effects add to the game's high production values. [June 2003, p.139]

There is something very satisfying about blowing through obstacles, rather than looking for keys that fit into locks. [May 2003, p.137]

Belongs at the top of the color-matching puzzle games heap, along with "Pokemon Puzzle League." [Apr 2003, p.136]

The difficulty level is high, even in the beginning races. [June 2003, p.140]

Play control is very responsive, but unforgiving. [May 2003, p.138]

The inventive momentum-building feature helps keep matches exciting and victory within reach. [June 2003, p.137]

The game's intuitive control makes it easy to pick up and play for gamers of any age or skill level. [May 2003, p.139]

Jumping across wide gaps can be difficult because of the angular shapes of the game's platforms. [Feb 2003, p.158]

A fun puzzler with interesting characters. The graphics are clear and colorful but not updated from the game's original version. [Mar 2003, p.137]

The play control is tight and the fighting moves are numerous. [Apr 2003, p.136]

The character movement is much less restrictive than the movement in most isometric-view games. [May 2003, p.140]

The variety of features and solid game play add up to a satisfying experience. [Mar 2003, p.136]

The controls are touchy and the environments seem small when Superman is flying, but the overall experience is tons of fun. [May 2003, p.138]

The new Get a Life mode adds structure to the experience, and the two-player modes are an absolute blast. [Apr 2003, p.133]

The Wind Waker defines the five-star rating. The play control and puzzles are stunning. The story is dramatic, funny and often touching and the graphic style is nothing short of amazing. [Apr 2003, p.132]

The amount of depth involving the Pokemon contests, berries and other new details is truly astounding. [Mar 2003, p.135]

The game features dozens of high-quality animated sequences that tell Piglet's story. [June 2003, p.138]

Five skill levels ensure that ever game is a challenge. [Apr 2003, p.139]

Love the gadgets in this ambitious 3-D FPS, but NightFire's overly treacherous game play could use a few checkpoints. [May 2003, p.137]

Pitching and hitting play control are intuitive, but fielding control is sorely lacking. [Apr 2003, p.135]

The activities are simple enough for young players to understand, but engaging enough for all players to enjoy. [Apr 2003, p.138]

The story, cinema scenes and rendered graphics are in keeping with the Batman franchise, but the game suffers greatly from its difficult control scheme. [Apr 2003, p.134]

More gamelike in its execution than "Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer." [May 2003, p.138]

The premise is fun and the play control is good, but the driving physics are so incredibly unrealistic that the game loses its edge once the action begins. [June 2003, p.137]

A fun and fast-paced baseball experience. [May 2003, p.139]

A freestyle section during each song lets you improvise and employ your special moves. [June 2003, p.140]

The graphics are sharp and the control is responsive. The winding tracks are fun to race, but they tend to be flat. [June 2003, p.139]

Firmly planed in the blue bomber's action-packed side-scrolling past. [Apr 2003, p.80]

May not present significant advances beyond his GBA debut, but it's a solid action title with great game play and lots of secrets. [Mar 2003, p.137]

The graphics are clear and colorful, and the play control is tight. [Apr 2003, p.135]

At times, the camera shows the action at awkward angles, but for the most aprt it's spot on. [Apr 2003, p.134]

The story and game play are ever bit as interesting and compelling as they were when the game was originally released in 1998. [Mar 2003, p.134]

The concept is well-executed, but the lack of different play modes or minigames limits the title's scope. [June 2004, p.121]

The graphics are subpar, the story is muddled and the missions are repetitive. [Apr 2003, p.134]

It's a fun baseball sim, but not a grand slam. [Apr 2003, p.135]

It's hard to imagine a more enjoyable baseball experience. [May 2003, p.138]

Its main weakness is the overall absence of Mary-Kate and Ashley's charismatic personalities. [Feb 2003, p.155]

Visibility is severely limited in both views, however, and the game offers no navigational aid. [Apr 2003, p.139]

The rules are complex, but most players will get the gist of the game after a few battles. [Feb 2003, p.158]

The Bust-a-Move series once again offers hours of fun for action-puzzle fans. [Feb 2003, p.156]

The camera control works great and the play-control scheme is well-designed. [May 2003, p.139]

A radar display shows enemy positions - unrealistic, but useful. [Apr 2003, p.134]

It's a feature-packed winner with great graphics. [Mar 2003, p.137]

Faster and more thrilling than "SSX Tricky's" GBA adaptation. [May 2003, p.140]

A lot of great ideas went into the game, but a clumsy battle system and frustrating camera prevent the game from realizing its full potential. [Mar 2003, p.135]

The graphics are colorful and detailed, but the characters are small. [Apr 2003, p.136]

The monstrous length of the game is an RPG fanatic's dream. [Feb 2003, p.154]

Boxer's Life mode follows a story line with scenes that clue you in to the weakness of your next opponent - a cool feature for a fun game. [Mar 2003, p.136]

Although the game doesn't have the intangibles that put "Freekstyle" over the edge, it's still a wild ride. [May 2003, p.139]

Great story and challenging scenarios. [Mar 2003, p.136]

Slightly gimmicky but still very entertaining. [Mar 2003, p.136]

Has similarities to the basic game play of the "Super Smash Bros." series. [Feb 2003, p.158]

A complex passing and player-switching scheme makes play control unnecessarily difficult, but the action flows freely and the excitement level is high. [June 2003, p.138]

The single-player game covers more than 30 levels with new nonlinear level progression. [Feb 2003, p.159]

Unlike some racing sims, F11 2002 does not allow you to refit your vehicles or upgrade them as the season advances. [Apr 2003, p.137]

Play control is clumsy at times, and jumping gaps can be frustrating, but the overall playing experience is fun. [Feb 2003, p.156]

The action is antic and the game is easy to pick up and play, but it doesn't have the depth of other titles in the genre, such as the "Super Smash Bros." games. [Apr 2004, p.122]