It's a shame to think that a great franchise could be tarnished by sheer carelessness. [June 2002, p.53]

Hardcore D&D fans looking to fill the gap before the next Black Isle or BioWare release should avoid this one like a high-level beholder. [Apr 2002, p.72]

Strictly for fans of turn-based space-strategy epics, but it's the Acme of the genre. [June 2002, p.60]

Suffers from a case of getsboringquick-itis. [July 2002, p.74]

The one design flaw I can't forgive is the lack of in-mission saves. [May 2002, p.65]

Renegade's strongest asset...is the way it conveys the feeling of being at ground central in a huge, raging war. [Apr 2002, p.64]

Not enough of a game to knock "Links" off my leader board. [May 2002, p.77]

The effort made for new palyers is commendable. [August 2002, p.73]

Once you learn the ins and outs of the complex menu-driven tactical situation, the battles are absolutely breathtaking. [Mar 2002, p.78]

About as deep and immersive as naval combat sims come. [May 2002, p.68]

It's the package that counts, and this one's simply as good as it gets. [May 2002, p.76]

Trainz isn't really a game at all, but rather an intricate simulation of what is itself an intricate simulation. [May 2002, p.62]

Better than the original in almost every respect; good, mindless fun. [Apr 2002, p.74]

My biggest complaint is that you can't design your own stores: you have to use one of the four ultra-bland pre-fabricated designs. [May 2002, p.69]

Shabby joystick support also contributes to a number of annoying control issues. [Apr 2002, p.71]

Manages to pull of a surprising amount of chuckles with its well-written dialogue. [Apr 2002, p.80]

After just a half-hour, SLC 2002 will be straight in the trash. It's a mathematical certainty. [May 2002, p.77]

I never grew bored or frustrated with SimGolf, but I didn't lose countless hours of my life to it the way I did to "The Sims" or "RollerCoaster Tycoon." [Mar 2002, p.62]

For well-crafted turn-based strategy with stunning artwork and powerful AI, Disciples II is the way to go. [Apr 2002, p.70]

The immersiveness that made "Black & White" so appealing is distinctly absent. [Mar 2002, p.56]

A lot more fun than I envisioned it to be. [Apr 2002, p.84]

Actually playing the [D-Day amphibious-assault] mission was one of the most gripping experiences I've had on the PC in a long time...it's damn fun. [Feb 2002, p.58]

The single-player campaign alone is inspiring enough to warrant picking up this space shooter. [Apr 2002, p.84]

What really condemns Demonworld, though, are its atrocious graphics and horrific AI and pathfinding. [Apr 2002, p.73]

This little number's a shiny new lemon. [May 2002, p.69]

Enjoy it while it lasts, because I doubt it'll last long. [Apr 2002, p.76]

I had to grit my teeth to put in enough play time for a quality review. [June 2002, p.77]

The most exciting new feature for many Capitalism II players is its multiplayer game. [Apr 2002, p.80]