Additionally, there's a ton of extra stuff you can unlock ranging from art to music, so there's no question that, like the last collection, Reloaded will keep you glued to your PSP for quite some time. [Nov. 2006, p.124]

While technologically astounding and generally satisfying in terms of gameplay, Area 51 could have used a deeper, clearer story and another five to 10 hours of play time. [March 2005, p.86]

Ty 2 seems to have it all: a huge open environment, gorgeous graphics, superb production values, myriad fluffy animals with Australian accents, and a ton of different gameplay styles. [Jan 2005, p.107]

2K Sports still offers the best hockey at the best price. All that's needed now is a face-lift. [Dec 2005, p.115]

The game's real improvement, which gives it a jump on the competition, is the fast break. [Dec 2002, p.171]

A great game, but most of the new features don't really feel like they're all that new. [Aug 2005, p.82]

I love it...The greatest thing about this game is the shot interface. [Apr 2002, p.107]

More challenge than "Sled Storm," but more frustrating too...I still had a blast. [August 2002, p.108]

If you have always intended to buy a collection of classic arcade games, then this is as comprehensive as you're going to get. [Nov 2005, p.93]

It may not be the deepest (or longest) PS2 shooter, but it's definitely one of the most entertaining. [July 2004, p.98]

These new features add plenty of replay value. [Jan 2003, p.120]

An extremely solid - if uninspired - port of the Tiger franchise that's every bit as addictive as its PS2 counterparts. [June 2005, p.99]

When you have something that's this cool to start with, even a fairly average gameplay experience is enough to hold the torch.

Rogue's greatest asset is its variety, which constantly refreshes the experience before that "new game" smell wears off. [June 2006, p.93]

The controls are solid and versatile, and the whole experience seems appropriately majestic. [Feb 2002, p.106]

It never stops being either stylish or fun, though, and how many games can you say that about that feature a goofy-looking yellow alien? Just one.

A paradox in game form. It's both a technical marvel and a technical disaster. It's a great game, but it's also just a port. You're going to have to decide which of these aspects is most important to you, but one thing is certain: Midnight Club 3 absolutely wipes the floor with other street racing games currently available for the PSP in both multiplayer and single-player options.

A more exciting, more involving boxing experience than this year's PS2 game. [Apr 2006, p.90]

Of all of Zin's improvements the most marked is the fun factor. A big part of this has to do with the toned-down difficulty - instead of being next to impossible, Zin is merely <I>really freaking tough</I>. [Feb 2004, p.100]

An excellent action-strategy fix for the "Dynasty" and "Samurai Warriors" fan. [Apr 2006, p.94]

If you're looking for a finely crafted, thought-provoking story to go with your psychic phenomena, look no further than Second Sight. [Nov 2004, p.128]

Despite .hack's inarguable flaws (it's repetitive, kinda ugly, and...er, <I>really</I> repetitive), the game remains one of the freshest concepts of this console generation. [Jan 2004, p.132]

Out of all the releases that have come out in the past few years, Mega Man Maverick Hunter X stands as an example of what every developer should do--actually take advantage of the new hardware and seize the opportunity to add something new. [Mar 2006, p.94]

There's a whole other world of unlockables for anyone who digs '80s nostalgia: commercials. Oh yeah, we're talking pure '80s here. [Jan 2003, p.120]

Offers tons of new things to see and do, but relative newcomers to the game may want to hold off...for now. [Dec 2004, p.102]

Phantasy Star Universe brings the classic lineage to the PS2 for the first time, in both offline and online modes. [Jan. 2007, p.76]

This is one of the best wrestling games created to date. [Mar 2006, p.93]

The wonderful visual and aural stylings make it a first-rate experience. [Nov 2001, p.46]

It's hard to hit with finesse, not much outside of deep world tour mode. [Dec 2005, p.138]

Despite the terribly repetitive combat (broken up by an absolutely terrific trio of boss battles), I still had lots of fun - although it was largely due to the way I played the game. [Oct 2003, p.115]

Grandia III is a game filled with polish, slick visuals, and a fantastic battle system. It just happens to be bogged down by a fairly mediocre story.

Even though the improvements are minimal, no other hoops title gives such gravity to every possession. [Nov. 2006, p.110]

A surprisingly stirring, entertaining experience. [Feb 2005, p.82]

Already one of the best games on Sony's handheld. [Sept 2006, p.85]

Includes almost everything we loved in the first game and takes it all to the next level. [Sept 2002, p.113]

That constant activity is one of the series' greatest strengths since it allows objectives and plans to change as battlefield conditions shift. More than most strategy games, the Growlanser games make you feel that what goes on in the skirmishes is the plot, rather than something that happens between the story sections.

Phenom plays like a refined version of its predecessor, but this time there's a far cooler, more engrossing story line to follow. [May 2006, p.82]

The game's story, written by the show's writers, is also top-notch, with the requisite last-second plot twists. [Apr 2006, p.81]

A robust fighting experience. [Sept 2006, p.81]

You've never before experienced speed like this in a game. [Nov 2001, p.154]

But most of all, Suikoden II is a game easily enjoyed by both RPG newbies and veterans alike. [Nov 2001, p.52]

We don't have to worry about the Hitman franchise feeling like a sports-game series with incremental updates, as Hitman: Blood Money adds three features that make it feel like a real sequel: money, notoriety, and publicity. [June 2006, p.90]

Charming, deep, and astonishingly addictive. [Oct 2002, p.150]

The game looks so freaking pretty, it blows away past version. [July 2002, p.99]

Battlecry also looks friggin' amazing - here's yet another game where cel-shading does wonders. [Nov 2002, p.188]

Though absurd, the story is one of Blood Will Tell's best features. [Dec 2004, p.114]

A deep, long (70 hours!), story-driven RPG that tackles some of the weightier issues out there... Yet another winner from Squaresoft. [Nov 2001, p.54]

A nice simulation of horse racing and alll the decisions and action associated with it. [Oct 2004, p.108]

I can't think of a more enjoyable puzzle-based adventure since "Ico." Though not without faults, Primal does so much right, you never really want to put it down. [May 2003, p.93]

If I bought one golf game this year, this would be it, hands down. [Nov 2005, p.123]

Saves itself from mediocrity through sheer force of its oddity. I honestly don't know what to expect next from Nautilus. [Nov 2004, p.138]

It's a bit unfortunate, though, that after a few missions the game starts to feel monotonous.

Mechanically, a solid game. But somehow, it lacks the one intangible element "High Heat" has managed to capture: urgency. There's no tension here. [Apr 2003, p.97]

Remix is a damn fine port of a very solid game—it's better than anyone had any right to expect on a handheld and a pretty impressive showcase of what the PSP is capable of.

It's cotton candy: full of fluffy, sugary goodness but utterly devoid of nutritional value. [Dec 2005, p.110]

Your key characters do much more duing battle than just attack the enemy. [June 2004, p.84]

I'm no prude, but the thing that spoiled Road Kill for me was the fact that it tries too hard with the adult content. I'm fine with swearing in games, but here, it seems gratuitous. [Nov 2003, p.138]

Most Guilty Gear fans will enjoy thse new features, but the incessant manual turning will undoubtedly prove irksome to some, as will the chaos of four-player battles. [Nov 2004, p.142]

You've seen all of this stuff in at least a dozen other games, but the whole package is well put together and surprisingly enjoyable.

Beyond seriously creeping me out, Fatal Frame made me feel like a wuss of a gamer: Put simply, it gets tough. [Apr 2002, p.102]

The vehicles are fairly well balanced, with bikes being able to grab more air while the ATVs have easier landings. In fact, that's the biggest issue with Unleashed: It's often difficult to judge where your bike wheels are lined up, which leads to a multitude of crashes.

A quirky, lighthearted third-person action-adventure that's a fun and engaging diversion - ideal for the PSP. [Oct 2005, p.109]

It looks beautifully weird, and almost all of the(mostly)excellent songs--complete with vocal parts that change depending on which of the LocoRoco friends you're playing as--wedged themselves deep into my consciousness for days on end. [Oct. 2006, p.90]

The finest accomplishment is the stirring fighting system. [Dec 2001, p.170]

Gamers took to the hero Gabe Logan with such enthusiasm that the mere mention of the franchise name still gets folks excited. [Nov 2001, p.52]

A brilliant drama that's only slightly damaged by irritating controls and a messy ending. [Nov 2005, p.108]

One hell of a party game. If you like music and you have friends who like music, don't even think about it - buy this... But if you're looking for a real challenge, you won't find it here. [Dec 2003, p.162]

Oh man, General Grievous is a cool boss. He has four lightsabers! Four!

Really, it doesn't get much better than this for 2D fighting fans. [Dec. 2006, p.134]

I have never seen water this realistic in a video game. [Jan 2002, p.136]

It does such a great job of mimicking the flow and feel (albeit a little faster) of basketball that you really can't go wrong. [Nov 2004, p.140]

Better than its predecessor, improving both the story (significantly) and the gameplay (incrementally). [Nov 2005, p.100]

Just an all-around great collection, and fighting fans should be thrilled that Capcom was willing to give these great fighting games the treatment that they deserve. [Aug 2006, p.75]

Realistic? Nope. But it makes for a nail-bitingly dramatic pitcher/batter interface - something everyone's been dying to capture since NES's "Baseball Stars." [August 2002, p.109]

The online implementation is the best I've seen in a PS2 game. [May 2003, p.90]

The visuals, gameplay, and essentially everything else that makes the "THPS" series so great is evident here. [Oct 2003, p.116]

Simple prebattle strategy does a lot to enhance an already strong gameplay formula, more addictive than ever. [Oct 2004, p.110]

Britney's likeness and her songs lend themselves especially well to this style of game. [July 2002, p.99]

And one thing Round 3 does very well is pounding home this message: Bringing a good defense into the fight is just as important as bringing a good offense. [Jan. 2007, p.71]

It's really good. Midway conjured up some surprisingly deep gameplay mechanics that take the idea of 1-on-1 basketball to another level. [May 2004, p.101]

It's easy to play, but it's got remarkable depth and tons of replayability. [Apr 2002, p.104]

Easily the best DDR yet released. [June 2002, p.102]

The trouble is, all this story is presented with some of the most god-awful writing and voice work I've ever heard. [Dec 2004, p.112]

EA's desire to reinvent is admirable, but given that this is the fourth outing for a franchise beloved for being different, the move toward the conventional does nothing but hurt it. [Dec 2005, p.114]

A pretty quick AI that takes advantage of give-and-go's, pick-and-rolls, and backdoor cuts. [Nov 2005, p.115]

Really, if Naruto's your thing, then this game is right up your alley--but even the most hardcore fighting-game fanatics will get a kick out of it as well. [July 2006, p.75]

As for the rest of the game, the structure is still the same as before, but for Sims fans, the pet aspect will add plenty of new entertainment to make this worth picking up. [Nov. 2006, p.114]

Bullet Time&#133;just looks so friggin&#146; neat. [Feb 2002, p.110]

For me, the simple combat takes a backseat to turning everything I love into a videogame character. [June 2005, p.95]

One thing I can guarantee: If you like to be scared, you owe it to yourself to play this game. [Feb 2004, p.102]

It simply looks and works great on the PS2. [Oct 2001, p.134]

Though flawed, Rainbow Six 3 is simply the finest simulation of Close-Quarters-Battle (CQB) on PS2. [May 2004, p.94]

It's not perfect, and if you don't have the ability to play online, it's a little brief, but all in all, it's a very competent game. [Mar 2004, p.99]

Tekken 5 is great because it not only refines the wall-attack system and other skills like counters, but it also remains totally accessible to even the most novice fighting-game fans.

It's not an "FF" title for the PSP, but it is a port of one of the better and rarer games in the company's history. [Aug 2006, p.80]

Surprisingly polished. [Aug 2006, p.76]

In spite of its goofy, vulgar, utterly over-the-top style...the game's damn addictive. [Jan 2006, p.105]

It's a good time - just not as much fun as "ESPN NHL" down on the ice. But it's easily the most full-featured hockey game ever to come along. [Oct 2003, p.121]