The side-scrolling fight formula isn't new by any means, but the sumos give it their own fun spin. [Dec 2003, p.151]

It's the best-selling game of all-time for a reason, and it stands the test of time remarkably well. [Dec 2003, p.142]

The game's 10 snowboarders are over the top, and the action is crazy fun. [Jan 2004, p.158]

The difficulty is too high for novices, but experienced platformer fans will enjoy the challenge. [Jan 2004, p.159]

The first Sims title that gives you direct control over your character. [Feb 2004, p.151]

A perfectly competent platformer with some great voice acting, but it doesn't really bring anyting new to the table. [Dec 2003, p.138]

The flying missions are fantastic, but the on-foot portions need some work. The camera doesn't work very well and you don't have any control over it. [Dec 2003, p.140]

The game's complexity makes it difficult to plug in and play. [Jan 2004, p.159]

The play control, graphics and enemy design are top-notch, but the over-the-top difficulty may hinder your enjoyment unless you're an elite player. [Nov 2003, p.154]

Also on the menu are some PDA functions that amount to a class scheduler, an address book and a horoscope. [Feb 2004, p.153]

Some tasks may be a little too tricky for young players. [Dec 2003, p.146]

You'll spend a lot of time checking the mansion's 15 rooms for ghosts, which can get tedious, but many of the game's puzzles are quite clever. [Dec 2003, p.144]

Kirby has surprising depth and greater challenge than you might think. [Dec 2003, p.139]

Although the characters are small, the graphics are clear and detailed and the game play is fast and fun. [May 2003, p.140]

The overhead view lets you see clearly and control the action easily, but it doesn't give you a great look at the characters. [Nov 2003, p.152]

Brilliantly innovative and packed with action. VJ may seem bizarre at first glance, but if you give it a chance, you will be amazed and delighted. The graphics are wild, the action is varied and fun and the game even has a sense of humor. [Nov 2003, p.149]

It's not Pokemon, but it covers similar territory. [Nov 2003, p.152]

Gameplay is solid, but camera control is severely lacking. [Jan 2004, p.159]

Intuitive play control and simple level design make the game appropriate for players of all skill levels. [Dec 2003, p.148]

Casual racing gamers might find the controls touchy, but others will appreciate the added challenge. [Nov 2003, p.151]

Generic techno music replaces the familiar hum and clatter of slot cars, and the vehicles hop grooves unrealistically. [Nov 2003, p.151]

Although the fighting controls are complicated, the rest of the controls are simple and intuitive. [Nov 2003, p.151]

Poor hit detection and sluggish controls make the game's challenges more frustrating than fun. [Dec 2003, p.150]

The action is intense but, ultimately, not very informative. [Dec 2003, p.150]

The game isn't deep, but it will satisfy a Digimon fan's thirst for action. [Nov 2003, p.154]

The protagonists can't jump and attack at the same time, which makes some tasks difficult, but the overall control is intuitive and the graphics are suitably dark and detailed. [Nov 2003, p.152]

Gamers who like platformers served sunny-side up will be utterly won over by Billy's upbeat energy and infectious music. [Nov 2003, p.150]

Midbattle controls are limited to steering your bey and summoning beasts. [Dec 2003, p.144]