New variations make Tetris Worls a world of fun. [Nov 2001, p.148]

Compared to your standard strategy-RPG, Hoshigami Remix is hard-core complex. [Aug 2007, p.89]

Though most of Barnyard's aspects are handled competently (the notable exceptions being the tack-on story and the frame rate), the only part I'd call fun is the unique take on golf; everything else--no matter whether I was launching chickens, racing in the farmer's truck, or blasting cow-tippers with tomatoes--felt bland and lacked challenge. [Sep 2006, p.84]

It doesn't break new ground, but the game is a zany hoot. [Feb 2004, p.152]

This game brings nothing worth mentioning to the franchise, and almost feels like a step backward. [Jan 2006, p.116]

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

Naruto-holics are better off sticking with the multiplayer Battle Royale if they want to toss the ol' shuriken around. [July 2007, p.97]

The game looks great, but it's shallower than fighter fans might hope for. [Dec 2005, p.122]

It's a decent enough RPG with dull turn-based combat, story integration and item-management conventions that were state-of-the-art in 1992. [Mar. 2007, p.88]

On the gameplay front, NBA 2K has a lot of work to do before its sophomore season. [Nov 2009, p.84]

The action is not quite as fast and frenzied, and the courses are not as wide open as they are in the original game. [Jan 2003, p.178]

The DS version is certainly not the best way to experience The Force Unleashed, but the story is compelling enough to keep you playing to the end. [Oct 2008, p.87]

It's a cute game, but too many issues make Mini Ninjas less fun than it should be. [Nov 2009, p.81]

The graphics are a little disappointing--besides some added lighting effects and better in-game videos, there aren't a lot of improvements over the GCN version. [Jan. 2007, p.97]

Three versions of the first side-scrolling shooter give Defender for the GBA old-school flair. [Feb 2003, p.160]

Unless you're a Suda51 completist, though, you'll likely find Flower, Sun, and Rain to be little more than an artfully executed curiosity. [Apr 2009, p.84]

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

Unfortunately, the first big foray into baseball sims on the Wii strikes out in many ways. [Aug 2007, p.83]

A funny story and classic Looney tunes characters give Taz: Wanted a zany edge. [Dec 2002, p.218]

Major Minor's Majestic March certainly isn't the next coming of PaRappa, but young gamers - and the young at heart - should get a kick out of it. [May 2009, p.89]

The various minigames add some breadth to the experience, but as a whole Charlotte's Web feels somewhat incomplete. [Jan. 2007, p.112]

It's a good play for fans of the film. [Jan 2005, p.140]

The meager number of tracks and vehicles makes Ferrari Challenge dreadfully short. [Oct 2008, p.90]

Like a middling baseball team, The Bigs 2 provides a fun diversion for those lazy Sunday afternoons, but it's unlikely to hold your attention all summer. [Aug 2009, p.90]

The touch screen gestures are an intriguing concept, but the traditional Control Pad and button controls still work better. [July 2005, p.99]

The game as a whole is unsatisfying. [Apr 2009, p.87]

A strict time limit also detracts from what's otherwise a fun game. [Nov 2008, p.104]

The strict controls make Mercury Meltdown Revolution a bit too frustrating for casual audiences. [Nov 2007, p.100]