Style and intelligently scaled difficulty make Dustforce an instant classic, and a lesson in the rewards of hard work.

This is rip-roaring strategy for gamers who love the RTS genre and have been waiting for it to get on with growing up. [June 2005, p.78]

I desperately hope the reaction to it is strong enough to convince the developers to change direction, because I couldn't stand to watch the series die like this.

Only the Microwave Emitter energy weapon is likely to stay in my inventory. [Sept 2009, p.81]

An original and deep game of strategic online warfare that brings your sci-fi capital ship fantasies to life.

If you can maneuver around its speed bumps, Test Drive Unlimited delivers a satisfying and visually opulent ride. [July 2007, p.56]

Visually drab and a bit too taken with its own story, but otherwise a clever and fun exercise in creative problem-solving.

A frankly terrifying exercise in pushing Doom as far as it can go.

I went straight from "Neverwinter Nights" to Divine Divinity, and I enjoyed them equally. [Dec 2002, p.108]

Don't be fooled by its drab exterior, Wartales is a deep and richly rewarding exercise in party creation.

Delivers one of the most convincing sensations of raw ground speed that I’ve ever seen in a PC racing game. [Jan 2002, p.72]

A chaotic(yet surprisingly deep)tower defense game, Revenge of the Titans is as charming as it is challenging. [July 2011, p.76]

Dungeon of the Endless pulls from many popular games and genres from the last couple of years, but what's wonderful about it is that all these elements come together to create something entirely new.

Star Wars: Squadrons delivers on great dogfighting, even when its campaign doesn't live up to its full potential.

Easily one of the most engrossing shooters ever made. [Holiday 2008, p.70]

World of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Classic's endless grind is brutal, but the way it fosters community and relationships is still magical.

Empire at War finally delivers a truly satisfying Star Wars strategy experience. [Apr 2006, p.62]

In the weeks ahead--maybe even by the time you read this--Silent Hunter 4 will likely grow into the sub-sim classic its ambitious designers intended. It's just too bad that the out-of-the-box version narrowly missed the boat. [June 2007, p.64]

A lifelike and heartfelt celebration of a beloved toy that overreaches in later levels.

While not quite a work of staggering genius, and a bit laborious in parts, the brazenly intricate 1701 A.D. handily sails into position as the best empire-builder of 2006. [Feb. 2007, p.67]

A small but satisfying strategy puzzler that comes, does its job and leaves without fuss.

Features some challenging and logical puzzles and an entertaining story. [Feb 2005, p.72]

Unexpectedly engrossing. Heed the mockers and you'll miss one of the PC's finest and freshest driving games.

The best simulation of the Battle of Britain yet, despite its flaws. [Apr 2001, p.77]

Though Ahriman's Gift is far superior to the original Kohan, it still feels like the same experience. [Apr 2002, p.71]

A grim reminder of the senselessness of war and the best old-school survival horror game in ages.

A sometimes tricky RPG with gorgeous art that's perfect for co-op.

Rough spots aside, the game represents a worthwhile expansion and is a welcome addition to the genre. [Nov 2007, p.71]