It still appears that no one actually plays these games before they're released. [June 2001, p.100]

Leave it to Square to find a way to combine survival-horror and RPG elements into a gripping adventure. [Nov 2001, p.50]

The best racing game you'll find on the PS one, hands down. [Mar 2002, p.34]

The game that made kart racing cool. Nothing has ever matched its quality. [Mar 2002, p.34]

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

Pack[ed] with stunning FMV, well-developed characters, and a touching story that revolves round the theme of love. [Nov 2001, p.46]

Visually stunning goth-action vampire romp with soul-sucking goodness. [Mar 2002, p.34]

A topnotch driving engine and levels based on real-world locations made both Driver and "Driver 2" surefire hits. [Nov 2001, p.43]

This awesome platformer makes use of the Dual Shock in creative ways. [Mar 02, p.34]

Don't mistake this for some nostalgia-warped vision of how all the "real" RPGs ended with the death of the 16-bit machines - Lunar deserves to be played based on its own merits. What little it lacks in visual punch, it more than makes up for in style, story and wholly engrossing gameplay. [July 1999]

A career mode so involving and compelling that it makes this almost like a "driving RPG." [Nov 2001, p.50]

One of the best 2D fighters ever made. [Nov 2001, p.52]

Have you ever been so terrified by a phone ring?! [Nov 2001, p.51]

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]

As some would argue, the best 2.5D platformer ever released. [Nov 2001, p.40]

The GameSpeak feature alone is reason enough to play this one. [Nov 2001, p.50]

With the sequel out on PS2, you don't want to fall behind, do you? [Mar 2002, p.34]

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]

Suffers a bit in comparison to other recent releases in the genre, but is redeemed to a large extent by its excellent control and playability. [Oct 1998]

Even more impressive is the soundtrack that's comprised of a collection of haunting orchestral CD tracks that give the game a dark mood and atmosphere difficult to put into words. [Aug 1998]

Bristling with style, Square's space shooter is a classic in the genre. The gameplay is fast and furious, and the background graphics look stunning even today. [Nov 2001, p.43] Einhander's huling bosses will blow your mind.

If you want to pick a fight, why not battle with the best of 'em? [Mar 02, p.34]

Not only is the action fast, but the game engine is technically quite proficient on the PS one... Also has its fair share of voluptuous babes that like to, er, bounce. [Nov 2001, p.42]

Better graphics, imroved story, and the same basic look-out-for-the-zombies gameplay. [Nov 2001, p.51]

Alundra has a sweeping, epic story that contains its share of mysteries, plot twists and moments of high drama. [Jan 1998]

It's the sequel's addition of vehicles and more diverse locatins that make it the best of the series. [Nov 2001, p.54]

PaRappa will win over anyone with his hipster looks and smooth style. [Nov 2001, p.50]