One of the best open world games to come along in ages.

Robocop: Rogue City's fantastic shootouts are held back by a dull narrative and bloated pacing.

Forget the high-def TV and wireless Xbox 360 controller; Battlestations Midway plays better with a mouse and a joystick. [Apr 2007, p.58]

Although not as flashy or well-funded as EA's "Need For Speed" series, Flatout 2 blazes a unique trail through the arcade racing world--one collision at a time. [Nov. 2006, p.118]

Fine fighter with an enjoyably daft story, marred by wobbly port to PC.

Graphics from the '80s with RPG gameplay from the late '90s and writing like nothing else: Skald was 2024's biggest pleasant surprise.

A pachinko-roguelike that properly rewards strategic play. Terrific.

But despite the visual inadequacies of the graphics engine, the game more than compensates for deficiencies with its constantly challenging gameplay. [Oct 2007, p.54]

Cold War is an inessential distraction from the best Call of Duty on offer.

Aquatic Adventure distills the Metroidvania into its most essential parts and says something meaningful with it.

Frozen Synapse 2 has plenty to offer with its campaign, but again, this sequel is at its best when playing against other fallible humans.

Sable's lonely, heartfelt journey of self-discovery will sit with me for a lifetime.

Assassin's Creed Mirage isn't the triumphant return to glory that I hoped it'd be, but it's a good first stab.

A less dramatic reimagining than it pretends to be, but hopefully enough to breathe new life into the coolest MMO universe around.

A smart, hypnotic city builder that won't leave you tearing out your hair.

More of an interior-design sim than the Vegas epic you're probably imagining. [Mar 2004, p.61]

If you want to make Total War: Warhammer harder, the Wood Elves are here to ruin your peace of mind.

BHD has environmental richness to spare, and lots of flash and thump. [June 2003, p.64]

We're given lots of initial wow factor, but Battlefont can't go the distance against the likes of the "Battlefield" series. I can't complain too much, though, because I still left the experience with a wide grin on my face. Battlefront is definitely a Star Wars geek's dream. [Holiday 2004, p.110]

Its graphics may be bland and its sound effects cheesy, but I can't stop playing the damn thing. [Nov 2002, p.126]

A compelling cyberpunk story told in an imaginative way, and one that will really test your moral compass.

Ironclad's impressive sequel has made me proud to be a sinner.

Overall, however, pet lovers and fans of The Sims 2 will find this expansion disc more fun than licking yourself silly--and believe me, it doesn't get much better than that. [Jan. 2007, p.74]

Still, Plain Sight is certainly one of the best times you can have blowing yourself up. [July 2010, p.75]

Unique folkloric inspiration and interesting tactical considerations are let down by a slow second half.

Fans of the Cthulhu Mythos may go straight to heaven with such a faithful adaptation of Lovecraft's spine-chilling years. Others may find that <i>Call of Cthulhu</i> drives them to the mountains of madness. [July 2006, p.55]

It's simple fun, but if you or a family member are into Clone Wars, simple fun if probably what you're after. [June 2011, p.75]

Toothless writing, old-fashioned open world design, and ropey port work undermine what should be a thrilling cinematic adventure.