The racing action is similar to that of other kart games, but the Digimon influence adds a fun gameplay edge. [Oct 2004, p.124]

The controls are a tad slow to respond and some of the jumps are tricky, resulting in a frustrating play at times. If you stick with it, you'll delight in the sci-fi fun. [Nov 2004, p.132]

A nonintuitive interface combined with difficult-to-decipher puzzles will frustrate everyone but boy geniuses. [Dec 2004, p.144]

The game's colorful graphics and light difficulty are appropriate for the franchise's young fan base. [Dec 2004, p.150]

The missions, based on TV-show episodes, are loaded with laughs and kooky inventions. [Nov 2004, p.130]

The innovative connectivity features really take Pokemon to the next level of gaming and promote Pokemon community. [Oct 2004, p.123]

The innovative connectivity features really take Pokemon to the next level of gaming and promote Pokemon community. [Oct 2004, p.123]

A cursor-based hitting interface makes it too easy to put the ball into play, and the runners are impossible to control. [Dec 2004, p.150]

The environments are detailed and very active - so much so that they are sometimes a distraction. [Nov 2004, p.130]

A solid and enjoyable action title with great control and gritty graphics. [Nov 2004, p.131]

Play mechanics are lacking, making it difficult to aim and fire at the same time, and computer-controlled ememies are brutal early on. [Nov 2004, p.131]

After you cast the lure, it's almost enirely up to luck to determine whether the mindless back-and-forth-swimming fish bite - not an engaging play. [Dec 2004, p.154]

A great feeling of speed and incredible feature depth make Chase for the Cup the best NASCAR game yet. [Nov 2004, p.130]

Offers a brilliant mix of realistic physics and arcade-style gameplay that gives you a strong sense of both speed and control over your machine. [Nov 2004, p.131]

The well-construced platform adventure allows you to explore nine international locations and learn something of the history and geography of each area. [Mar 2004, p.118]

Brilliant and genius are words that are often casually tossed around, but they apply perfectly to Pikmin 2. [Oct 2004, p.122]

Production values have also improved, with graphics and sounds like those of WWE TV, though dialogue is not voiced. [Nov 2004, p.130]

Gameplay is tuned for gamers of all skill levels. [Oct 2004, p.124]

Cel-shaded in-game graphics and cut scenes give the game a cool, kitschy look. [June 2004, p.121]

The backgrounds are beautifully rendered and the action runs nonstop. [May 2003, p.138]

Play control is responsive, the weapons are powerful and an RPG-like sould-collecting system is creative and cool. [Oct 2004, p.124]

A strong GBA fighter with great control. [Dec 2004, p.150]

Flight levels between adventure sequences look cool, but an angled view throws a wrench in the vehicle-piloting works. [Dec 2004, p.156]

With more depth in graphics and gameplay than ever, the Madden NFL franchise for the GBA takes a giant leap toward realism in its 2005 edition. [Oct 2004, p.125]

A few minor AI quibbles keep it from being a five-star affair, but it's still one of the best and deepest sports titles on the market. [Oct 2004, p.123]

Advanced players may find the games to be too simple, but novices will appreciate the simplicity. [Nov 2004, p.132]

Side stories abound, and Ham Studios keeps you entertained with music and news. [Sept 2004, p.116]

Automatic aiming negates the drawback of hte game's isometric view. [Sept 2004, p.116]