The game can hover into repetitive territory since the missions aren't incredibly varied. [June 2002, p.150]

The top-down view of the action is a tad tight, so it's hard to anticipate upcoming turns. [July 2002, p.152]

The challenge level of the match-'em-up Garanimals game play is more akin to a petting zoo than a jungle. [July 2002, p.149]

With fairly typical side-scrolling action, the game feels all the more grand thanks to its amazing look and magical settings. [May 2002, p.140]

A survival horror masterpiece that ranks among the best sensory scares of any medium. [June 2002, p.148]

A very intense experience. [May 2002, p.131]

The matches all feel important, which is totally cool in a World Cup setting. [May 2002, p.133]

It's highly recommended for anyone who loves space shooters or Airwings. [July 2002, p.151]

Complex enough for dedicated gamers who want an absorbing adventure. [Apr 2002, p.152]

All of the features make for top-notch fun for fans of platformers. [May 2002, p.138]

Royally difficult. [Apr 2002, p.152]

It's great for players of all skill levels. [June 2002, p.154]

The slaphappy activities lack punch. [May 2002, p.140]

The confusing maze of 3-D hallways and rooms rotates and scales smoothly, while the sound effects are crude and rough. [July 2002, p.151]

A graphical powerhouse, Bloody Roar offers action that's a bit too basic to be a knockout. [Apr 2002, p.147]

The game could benefit from a multiplayer mode, but the solo action is pretty smashing. [July 2002, p.151]

Driving is surprisingly manageable for an open-wheel racer, and that could get your engine running if you're a car buff or arcade racing fan. [May 2002, p.132]

Pales in comparison to the Olsen twins' superior dance party.[May 2002, p.138]

All games look, sound and play like you remember. [May 2002, p.138]

The few improvements they made were useless, particularly the special moves. [Apr 2002, p.150]

A simple interface and user-friendly controls make the game easy to pick up and play. [May 2002, p.133]

Hit-and-miss action. [May 2002, p.140]

Excellent fun. [Apr 2002, p.152]

Each one plays with a distinct style that's hard to get bored of. [May 2002, p.142]

Sharp graphics and an accurate pitching system help drive home the big-league fun.[Aug 2002, p.147]

Great AI. It is the standard by which all basketball games should be judged. [May 2002, p.136]

It's basic kart racing that's gigantic fun if you're a Shrek fan. [May 2002, p.140]

You can always play the great game in Classic Mode. [June 2002, p.154]