Conduit 2 certainly has some issues, but it's heartening to see that High Voltage Software took people's criticisms of the first title into account when developing this follow-up. [Apr 2011, p.76]

Though the overall product doesn't quite measure up to this year's Madden or Tiger, FIFA 09 may be EA's best effort at catering to both casual and hardcore fans of a particular sport. [Dec 2008, p.94]

After you wave the Wii remote and nunchuk to unleash Goku's Spirit Bomb attack, I guarantee you won't want to go back to hitting a simple button combination. [jan. 2007, p.112]

A button-masher with a strategy-game pedigree, Koei's Dynasty Warriors DS: Fighter's Battle straddles the line between two genres with awkward balance. [Sep 2007, p.87]

Its charming exterior belies a pretty hardcore character-action game. [Oct 2010, p.88]

Offers a form of exercise that will strengthen part of the body other than our bulging thumb muscles. [Dec 2005, p.118]

The presentation is capped off with detailed graphics and special effects, and live-action FMV sequences that would've been right at home in the jet sims of the genre's heyday. [May 2007, p.89]

Something old, something new, something borrowed, someone blue--that's what you get in Mega Man Star Force, the latest adventure of Capcom's ever-vigilant hero. [Oct 2007, p.88]

Thankfully, the game can be played cooperatively; while the split screen hampers both your and your friend's field of vision, you'll still have more fun overall if you play with a buddy. [July 2009, p.86]

This baseball diamond loses some of its luster with occasionally confusing or clunky play (it's too easy to accidentally pitch or swing prematurely), but the game's simplified approach is great for sports-curious gamers looking to avoid the complexities of a real simulation. [Oct 2008, p.87]

An enjoyable adventure. [Nov 2009, p.90]

Despite room for improvement, Summon Night is quite enjoyable; what it does, it does very well. [June 2008, p.88]

Still, Legend is a breath of fresh air for Tomb Raider fans, and a solid GCN debut for Ms. Croft. [Jan. 2007, p.116]

A solid (if unspectacular) title worthy of some frustratingly fun bus rides. [Nov 2008, p.106]

It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of a well-established franchise, but the core gameplay is nearly spot-on. [Jan 2006, p.111]

If you can get past the bland '80s-era look of the robot designs and a lack responsiveness in the fighting controls, you'll find Custom Robo Arena has hidden charms. [May 2007, p.88]

Unfortunately, the story, while engaging, is predictable. [Holiday 2007, p.80]

Ultimately enjoyable, with some nice gameplay variety and good sound-alike voice acting. [July 2009, p.85]

The multiplayer mode provides some good (if short-lived) entertainment - especially since the roster includes some fan-favorite "expanded universe" characters - but the story, the always-excellent Star Wars tunes, and the Force-powered combat are the real draws for fans. [Oct 2008, p.88]

With enough practice against human opponents under your belt, you may eventually find play against the AI opponents to be more manageable. [Nov. 2006, p.85]

Other than that, this is a must-own for Wii devotees and Sims fans alike. [Dec 2008, p.100]

Regardless, it's nice to see that game makers haven't stuffed the GBA into Davy Jone's locker just yet, and that some developers still know that a big-name franchise isn't an excuse to make a half-baked game. [Aug 2006, p.85]

Go ahead and fill up Sierra Entertainment's balls meter--they've earned it. [Aug 2007, p.84]

It's not perfect--there are some context-sensitivity issues that can make the platforming more frustrating than it should be, for instance--but Toy Story 3: The Video Game is surprisingly fun. [Aug 2010, p.89]

Look past the rough exterior, however, and you'll find a fun game with retro appeal. [Dec 2009, 83]

"Quotation Forthcoming"

Fans of the Harvest Moon series will feel right at home, and the traditional overarching goals of improving your ranch, marrying, and raising a family are still in place. [Dec 2009, p.87]

If it's a serious racer you seek, this is the best ride in town. [Oct 2008, p.90]