Groundbreaking? No. A must-buy if you don't own Ruby or Sapphire? Absolutely. [June 2005, p.96]

Touch-screen based boss duels add some decent variety, and plenty of collectibles plus a few bonus levels are nice inclusions for the completist. [July 2007, p.94]

As much as I grumble about its flaws, Tierkreis's epic scope and engaging narrative did keep me playing, eager to see what would happen next. [Apr 2009, p.86]

Royally difficult. [Apr 2002, p.152]

Ultimately, Castle of Shikigami III is fun and has good replay value since each character feels different and has a unique storyline--the storylines even take a second player into account when you're playing cooperatively, which is a nice touch. [May 2008, p.90]

So, sure, Obscure: The Aftermath doesn't exactly succeed as a horror game, but it is fun, with some good usage of the Wii remote. [Apr 2008, p.89]

If you're a devoted fan of straightforward tennis, you'll likely enjoy the game. [June 2008, p.88]

The best portable game in the franchise to date (it annihilates "LEGO Star Wars" for the GBA). Impressive. Most impressive. [July 2005, p.98]

Fortunately, nifty level-specific gimmicks (a tail hook, wings, ice skates, climbing claws, etc,) and the ability to draw on-the-fly interactive platforms in select parts of each stage keep things interesting, if unspectacular. [Dec 2009, p.83]

If you have the patience to see it through, Magical Starsign is fairly satisfying, especially if you value good writing and compelling characters over deep gameplay. [Dec. 2006, p.104]

Midway has taken the most violent aspects of ice hockey and adrenalized them. The resulting mayhem is a blast. [Dec 2001, p.170]

Nonetheless, Elebits is a cute, enjoyable diversion. [Jan 2009, p.90]

With victories, you earn special items and magic abilities. [Jan 2003, p.173]

The graphics are suitably dark and a helpful navigation system lets you know where to go and where you've been. [Feb 2004, p.151]

Although much of the action is standard platformer fare, sliding on vines is zany fun. [Feb 2005, p.113]

The camera has much more movement than it did in earlier games in the series, but the stiff, character-relative control remains. [Feb 2004, p.150]

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

A solid, well-made game that will provide hours of relaxing fun. [July 2009, p.89]

If you haven't played "The Two Thrones", Rival Swords is definitely worth a look. [May 2007, p.84]

The game is no masterpiece, but if you're in the mood for some mindless, old-school entertainment, it's $30 well spent. [Holiday 2007, 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]

As for its single player component, Break 'em All has you competing against high scores, which gives the title an arcade feel that may not appeal to everyone. [Aug 2006, p.85]

If you're a fan of Wii's pick-up-and-play titles, then picking up Carnival Games is a no-brainer. [Oct 2007, p.88]

Does a decent job of punching monotony in the face. [Nov 2010, p.89]

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

A unique setting and some decent - not great - chills. [Oct 2009, p.87]

The game's 20 levels (including vehicle chases) give you plenty of play, but the reason to pick it up is to flex your creative muscles. [Nov 2008, p.104]

If you're a puzzle fan and haven't played the series before, be sure to check it out. [Sept 2009, p.90]