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]

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

There's simply more of everything. [Jan 2002, p.127]

If incessant hack-n-slash doesn't bore you, Dark Alliance II has enough solid gameplay to entertain you until "Champion (of Norrath)." But you're better off waiting. [Feb 2004, p.105]

Just like the best Contra games before it, Shattered Soldier puts your gaming skills completely to the test, but can still be mastered. [Jan 2003, p.126]

Basically, we have a four-star Cursed Mummy game held back by a three-star Sphinx game, bringing the overall game average to three-and-a-half. [Dec 2003, p.172]

The Dual Shock 2 is kicking out vibes that will make you drop it if you don’t hold on tight. [Feb 2002, p.113]

The same tight controls introduced by EA Tiburon in "NCAA Football" PSP--L button used with face buttons in lieu of a right analog--plus the revolutionary Lead Block feature, which allows you to take control of a fullback or offensive lineman prior to the snap, give PSP players a greatly improved football experience versus last year's debut. [Oct. 2006, p.93]

If Snowblind had a more compelling story or rewarded you for exploring its complexities, it could have been an instant classic. Ultimately, though, it's yet another solid shooter in a season of solid shooters.

I can't help feeling like the game would have benefited from another six months or so of development. [Nov 2002, p.192]

The graphics need work, but no other game lets you really play as <I>you</I>. [May 2004, p.99]

A solid but uninspired game that never really grabbed me. [Oct 2002, p.138]

If you don't care who Black Bolt, or the Super Skrull(or, well, and of the characters named herin)are, then the game is merely a very solid beat-em-up, but man, if you're a Marvel zombie like I am, this is the closest we can get to enacting a digital version of the Secret Wars. [Jan. 2007, p.74]

A little too simple. [Dec 2002, p.172]

Regardless of its faults, Dynasty 4 is a pure adrenaline rush - the type, for me, that only the original "Devil May Cry" has rivaled on PS2. [May 2003, p.92]

Just isn't interesting enough to overcome its retro-tinged, formulaic gameplay. [Nov 2002, p.196]

As you might expect, it's great for parties, but the solo modes leave a bit to be desired. [Dec 2005, p.126]

I'm really amazed at just how much there really is in this collection. [Jan 2002, p.144]

One of the most extraordinarily deep and innovative games I've ever experienced. [Apr 2003, p.84]

Failing to fix the biggest problem of last year's game is the real issue with this release, and that sours all of the improvements a little. Even so, this is an easy update to justify picking up. [Nov, 2006, p.122]

Do you like "Monopoly" but wish it featured more fantasy trappings and colorful cards? Well, has NEC got a deal for you with Culdcept. [Dec 2003, p.156]

Despite the more simplistic nature that could seem to "Nocturne" fans like a step backward, this might make it a better game for FF fans needing their fix.

It just could've gone a little further to include additional games from the era. [Dec 2005, p.132]

A supremely worthy successor to the most-frightening throne.

It's really fun to have one version of a character go up against another version of the same character to see who's better. [Sept 2004, p.92]

It's Karaoke Revolution--you know if you like this by now, but don't get it if you're looking for much more than just a new set of songs. [Jan. 2007, p.83]

There's enough content to keep puzzle fans busy, but expect plenty of frustration, too. [May 2005, p.96]

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