A sublime piece of interactive art, The Sioms is teh first serious contender for Y2K's game of the year. [Apr 2000, p.82]

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One of the most inventive, entertaining RPGs ever created. [Mar 2000, p.82]

A boon to hardcore fans of the original - but probably no one else. [Feb 2000, p.122]

One of the most enjoyable single-player and multiplayer action games ever. [Feb 2000, p.92]

As beautiful as the background and characters are, the entire game has a slightly dated look to it. Once players delve into the story, though, the sense that the graphics belong to a game from two years ago disappears, and only the world of Septerra matters.

The worlds are so huge, and the population spread so thin, that many players will find themselves feeling a bit lonely. Forming parties is easy, but it's often difficult to find players to join your cause.

The gameplay is quite excellent, but Tim Curry is so off-putting that it almost makes this one a tough call. [Mar 2000, p.90]

Breathtaking action, atmosphere, story, and graphics come together to create a truly compelling combat experience. [Jan 2000, p.172]

Despite rough edges, Flanker 2.0 is the best hardcore sim on the market. [Feb 2000, p.119]

The Age of Kings is a work of art, and one of the best RTS games ever.

Engrossing RTS play matched to a vital and visually intense story make this a gaming experience like no other. [Dec 1999, p.122]

One of the most immersive, emotive, addictive, and just plain fun computer games we've ever played. [Oct 1999, p.122]

A potentially solid game design desperately in need of a good patch-up job. TalonSoft, are you listening? [Nov 1999, p.180]

A rare example of an RTS game that's a much more satisfying single-player experience than a multiplayer one. I doubt we'll see anything like the huge groundswell of online fandom and support that its predecessor earned, but solo strategists will still have a whale of a time.

One incredible achievement. It's definitely a must-buy for anyone remotely interested in the Descent series - and unquestionably a front-runner in anyone's Action Game of the Year list.

Give Verant a little while to iron out a few problems, and EverQuest will be everything you could want in an online RPG. [June 1999, p.122]

An incredible strategy game, Alpha Centauri is destined to go down as one of the best ever made. [April 1999, p.92]

This is the best roleplaying game you can buy. Period. [Apr. 1999, p.94]

A completely original, utterly captivating riff on the first-person action game. [Apr 1999, p.114]

Can you believe it? It's finally out - and the four-year wait was well worth it. [March 1999, p.100]

Myth II has wanton carnage, great multiplayer action, and killer graphics. What more could you want? [May 1999, p.101]

This is The Big One, and it's even better than we could've hoped. [Jan 1999, p.166]

Strategy gaming at its finest - minus all the senseless violence. [Feb 1999, p.172]

Creepy, mostly excellent gameplay marred by a few glaring technical and design problems. [Feb 1999, p.216]

If you value character development, old-fashioned gameplay, and a good plot, this game delivers on all counts. [Feb 1999, p.178]

A sure bet for the adventure crowd and anyone who appreciates a great story. [Jan 1999, p.186]

If you like you action games fast and furious, Shogo is your one-way ticket to nirvana. [Dec 1998]