A must buy if you’re a fan of the series. It will be appreciated more by players old enough to remember the Vietnam Conflict and the 60’s, or gamers who have studied it and can groove to the vibes.

A great action/adventure game, with the highest of production values and a ton of consistently fun gameplay from start to finish.

This is what the comic book craze has been waiting for. It’s an original, interesting game that breaks the bonds of the usual hack-and-slash drudgery.

May bear some flaws but it's definitely one of the good computer RPGs, and one of the best titles of the summer.

If first person shooters are your bag, be sure to peel this banana and taste its sweet bounty.

The very definition of replayability.

There is nothing terribly new or original here, but this still offers a very solid RTS experience.

While it doesn't fix all of the problems Doom 3 had it's still incredibly fun and the hell powers add something new into the mix.

One of the best strategy games I've played recently. The depth of gameplay offered is truly remarkable and the AI is good enough to almost make me forget that there is no multiplayer (almost).

Third time is the charm for LucasArts as they hit a grand slam with their new Star Wars real-time strategy game.

At the end of the day, the Euro Force expansion is more than worth the price of admission for the new maps alone.

A fantastic point-and-click adventure game that both long time fans of the genre and newcomers will enjoy.

The best game out there for casual players, or players new to the simulation genre.

A solid expansion to an already stellar game, one that adds considerable content and strategy without mucking up the core mechanics that made the Battlefield 2 experience so much fun in the first place.

IL-2FB AEP is the Premiere WW2 simulation. It is the benchmark, which all sims should follow. In spite of some of its flaws, nothing comes close to the action this game provides.

The current king of hard-core flight sims has just ascended the throne.

Has less instant fun than "World of Warcraft," but there is a stronger sense of accomplishment.

A great game that anybody that just wants to sit back and go through a level or two without any pressure will enjoy and keep coming back to.

This is the game we've been waiting for since Total Annihilation! All things considered, Supreme Commander is a challenging game with enough depth and content to keep anyone busy for months.

It sucks you in and holds on for hours. Anyone with the slightest interest in RTS games would find it well worth their money.

A fantastic game that can compete against the best of them. If you have even the slightest bit of interest in soccer or soccer games definitely give this one a shot.

An amazing fantasy game, with a good story that has tremendous replay value.

Combine top-notch graphics with an overhauled gaming system, and you have a winner. Not to mention it's addictive as hell.

Thrilling action in the best simulation of a sport unfamiliar to many Americans. Get it, even if you have to import it.

One of the most detailed non-classified naval simulations available to the public. Definitely has the “Military Channel” wow factor.

A frantic, aerial action game that reminds you that sometimes simple can be fun.

A visual feast that happens to be a fun action/adventure game.

With a perfect balance of realism and entertainment, EA Sports has really hit the mark with MVP Baseball.

A quality action game in the Jedi Knight series from Lucasarts with the rare ability to maintain the excitement from start to finish.

After so many iterations it's impressive that Stardock has maintained their standard of quality in this series.

Beautiful environments; new exciting quests; awesome PvP content; all sorts of goodies for WoW players.

Improves on the original in both form and function, adding better graphics, crisp sound, a slew of new cars, and timely gameplay tweaks.

Action gamers rejoice! A straightforward action shooter that produces both a strong single player and online multiplayer experience.

I couldn't stop laughing while playing this extremely enjoyable trip through what unfolds like a 1950's science fiction B-movie: Space Aliens Invade Earth for Women!...Duke Nukem has what most first-person shooters don't - character!

Eets is one of the few titles I have come across to combine elements of puzzle solving into a uniquely immersive world that can only be described as weird and wonderful.

F.E.A.R. Combat will not revolutionize the FPS genre like "Half-Life" did all those years ago, but it is fun, fast paced, and better than many of the other titles out there. And, you can’t beat the price.

A great looking game with some of the best gameplay elements I’ve ever seen. However, over the scope of the game it gets a little thin and repetitive.

Created with one thing in mind - absolute realism, right down to the 150 page manual. A top-notch add-on for "FS2K4."

Effective integration of the psychological aspects of war and first-rate gameplay customization.

High immersion factor; some innovative touches; good multiplayer and the Pacific Theater. If you're a fan of WWII era combat flight sims this one is irresistible.

You're not going to have a social life if you purchase this game. Tell your friends you will be unavailable for extended periods of time. Explain to your girlfriend that, no, you're not seeing someone else. And tell your mom to come into the room every 2 or three days to see if you have dehydrated yet.

With all the game elements perfectly balanced, this is a worthwhile purchase for any fan of the real-time strategy genre.

The next best thing to attending a real world military college.

A very good add-on that gives you plenty of missions and fresh content with well thought-out use of the mission editor.

Despite its minor flaws, NBA Live 2004 could be the best basketball game ever made.

This is the biggest, baddest, most fun, large-scale, first person, military, online, action-oriented shooter available. Whew, that was a lot of adjectives. It is more fun and addicting than "BF42."

This game almost perfectly caters to both the sim fanatic and the average player.

A great game that offers tons of options for customizing your ride, and a solid arcade racing experience. If you love cars, and long to build a custom car of your own, then this game is perfect for you.

A deep, engrossing strategy game with a steep learning curve. Should be in any fantasy strategy gamer’s collection.

An enjoyable expansion despite the terrible dialogue and subpar story from the original continuing on.

Casual and hardcore sports gamers will find this title of the highest quality - a must have for golf fans!

Despite the annoying bugs NASCAR Heat is now the new King of NASCAR racing games. Excuse me. I think I hear Lynrd Skynrds' White Knuckle Ride on my jukebox. I've got to go beat the Heat.

Anachronox is full of vibrant color and rich detail, and could easily pass for an "Unreal Tournament"-based game.

It might not set a record for longevity on your hard drive, but like a good novel, it grabs you from the beginning and doesn't let go until its thrilling conclusion.

Its non-linear campaign and loads of strategic depth make for a thoroughly engaging experience.

With a fabulous graphics engine, deep character development and excellent additions to come in the months ahead, AC2 sets a new standard.

While a SAIS session may only take a few minutes don’t think that will be the only session you play. To paraphrase a famous potato chip commercial, bet you can’t play just once.

Episode One stays true to everything that made Half-Life 2 great, and tosses in some fresh new content for good measure. It is a wonderful, if not brief, return to the Half-Life world.

The sheer amount of variation, and the small details, found within the game insures that you can play it over and over again and still discover something new.

Its addictive and amazingly detailed single player game, coupled with a fun and varied old school multi-player game, set Painkiller apart from the rest while at the same time harkening us back to shooter days of old.

A welcome addition to the ever-evolving series with enough new content to make it a worthwhile purchase.

A great, great game. The story's compelling, the music is outstanding, and the control is excellent.

A fun RTS game that comes almost as a surprise considering how much hype Blizzard and Westwood RTS games generate.

A nicely streamlined space 4X game, which hits the right balance between strategy and micro-management.

It might not go down as one of the classics of our time, but with a great story and fantastic multiplayer, it will spend a good deal of time on many hard drives.

If you want to turn your Sims 2 game into a business management simulation with more details and customization features than you can shake a stick at, then Open For Business is for you.

Buy it, download it, whatever; just get on board and enjoy. Sure-fire fun for the online enthusiast.

Unleashed’s addition of pets (and all that comes with them) to The Sims world fills in one of the few remaining gaps in this popular series and makes it more entertaining than ever.

We'll be playing this one for a long time.

Ultimately the game is a little on the shallow side when it comes to mission goals and weapons, but it is fun enough to overlook these shortcomings.

A great game for fans of Gettysburg! who wanted more, even if it feels like it should have been released quite some time ago.

This game will definitely have you saying “just one more battle” deep into the night (or early morning), and fans of the original Icewind Dale can definitely expect more of the same hack-n-slash-y goodness from the sequel.

Some people won't take to the fact you can only play humans and that there are no orcs or goblins to bash. The fact that you have extreme control over your character's destiny will turn off as many people as it turns on. Yet if you want to experience an original fantasy online RPG -- one that will always have something new to discover -- then Asheron's Call is the place for you.

An excellent hardcore simulation for the air combat enthusiast, especially one with an appreciation for history.

A more than worthy successor to the mayoral throne, and by far the best in the series, except for slow-down issues.

New units, a new race, and a new campaign mixed with the winning formula and presentation of Dawn of War makes for a great expansion worthy of the original.

Brilliant voice acting, top notch graphics and solid driving physics make this a must-own, despite several flaws.

Filled with crazy characters from zany drag queens to menacing mafia men, the story line is definitely fun and entertaining.

If you are looking for a cross between a 3D spreadsheet and "Battlestar Galactica," with a side of patience and a twist of plot, then X2 lands right in your space station.

A breath of fresh air in the adventure gaming world, well worth playing despite some dodgy camera angles.

It's fun at first, but once the novelty wears off, it loses a lot of its charm and appeal.

A great addition to Everquest and will please fans, and may even convert those looking for a better MMO. It is friendly to new players and experts alike and should keep us busy until the next expansion pack is released.

The highs definitely outweigh the lows and this game breathes new life into an old genre.

Tells a compelling story in an interesting way, and offers some novel twists on the occult murder theme. Not quite up to the old Gabriel Knight series, but one of the best adventures currently available.

Better than all previous offerings, an awesome football experience, but still not quite on a par with "Pro Evolution Soccer."

If you’ve been curious about more realistic tactical shooters but reluctant to try one, this is a great introduction.

Despite its flaws, Pirate Cove is a very engaging game, made all the better by being the first title that doesn’t just make gambling, drinking, wenching and plundering in the Caribbean a recommendation, but a requirement.

Another solid, old school war strategy simulator - a war gamers ice cream sundae.

Diplomacy is a fun game that has finally been made into a fun PC game. Fans of the board game will love it, strategy fans will love it, and casual strategy gamers will enjoy it.

A good, fast-paced strategy game that should appeal to traditional RTS lovers and more impatient gamers alike.

This is truly a grognard's game. If you don’t know what that means, you’re probably not one. If you do – and you are – you will be refreshed and inspired.

Battlefield 2142 may adhere to the familiar Battlefield formula, but its still gangs of fun to play.

For a highly addictive, replayable game, facing the Lord of Terror is somewhat of an anti-climax. Provided you've played as a Rogue and have the Bow of the Bear it's pretty simple to kill him off. Playing the Warrior though is a little harder.

Those of you who like wacky and lighthearted gaming will be pleased.

Reality 2.0 is the first Sam & Max episode I would recommend without reservation. I laughed, I cried (with laughter), and I think everyone who plays will do the same.

Fans of management and tycoon games should definitely not miss this creative and well thought-out opportunity to play the bad guy. Own this game and it will own you back.

Lionhead Studios creates a fun movie mogul sim, while giving wannabe Spielbergs the chance to make their masterpieces.

Not only does it have fun powers and cool costumes, it makes you feel like a hero! And, better yet, part of a team.