Episode 6: Bright Side of the Moon ends Season 1 not with a bang, nor a whimper, but more of a mild hurrah. It's funny, it's tough, and it makes you want to do the whole thing over again.

With incredible flexibility, freedom, and depth, this is a history buffs dream and should not be passed up if you are a fan of the genre.

Just make sure to play it late at night, someplace isolated, to fully experience Rustin Parr at its best.

Does it offer anything new? No, it really doesn't. But most importantly: Is it fun? Well, yeah- it's a lot of fun that lasts for many hours even if it doesn't feel all that fresh or innovative.

The perfect rental game: it's short, it's fun, and it's got a great multi-player mode. It is too short and too easy, though, to warrant a purchase.

Challenging gameplay and exceptional environments help to ease but not eliminate the frustration one experiences with all the bugs.

Just remember to keep playing for more than five levels because once you complete a couple of the dream levels you'll be hooked!

A perfect game for those who are new to turn-based gaming but veterans might feel that it's still no different than last week's date.

A fun, thinking person's game, if you have a taste for politics. Fast twitch skills are useless here. Who wouldn't want to pit Arnold Schwarzeneggar against Hilary Clinton?

A great role-playing, adventure game that incorporates unique magic abilities and customizable combat techniques on top of a very well told story.

Just Cause is content to be a bologna sandwich amidst games trying to be filet mignon.

Although succeeding as a purely arcade racer, those looking for a realistic simulation of the sport should look elsewhere.

As long as you treat it like the no-frills budget game that it is, there is plenty to enjoy here.

Doesn't innovate enough to ever be considered a new classic. Still, it's worth playing while we wait for "Civilization III."

The game has an all around solid polished look, and still manages to retain a steady frame rate without any slowdown.

If only there were a way to make The Sims have a flavor that lasts longer than your average stick of gum. That would be a game worth buying.

A very good game of American submarine combat in the Pacific theatre. Especially for those willing to wait for the game issues to be ironed out.

A grand strategy game that gives you some serious value for your buck.

Fans of the original will enjoy this sequel, but don’t expect anything revolutionary, or even substantially different.

If the fact that RTS gaming isn’t that big this year and you’re jonesing for a fix, Kingdoms will do. Just don’t expect to be bowled over by it.

Not only does it help train you to play like a pro, but it offers enough features to make it a worthwhile investment for the serious poker player.

A good game in it's own right, however it is a niche title. So what are you strategy fans waiting for? Hitler isn't going to overthrow himself.

Despite absurd justification for making this thing, as a cold-blooded sniping exercise it delivers.

City Life’s handling of social dynamics adds a fresh new layer to the enterprise of city building.

Another "could have, should have" game. While it follows the old school formula a little too much, it can still be enjoyable if you like to annihilate things with big guns.

It’s not a great game by any stretch of the imagination, but it is a very competent title that manages to hit more right notes than wrong ones.

The most over-hyped and overrated PC game released in the last twelve months. There, I said it. The fan boys can now launch their attack.

While nothing amazing or mind blowing, Panzer Claws is a well conceived game that blends a bit more realism into the mix.

You won't run through the streets exclaiming the virtues of this game after playing it. You won't tell every one of your friends about it. You won't even think much about it after you're finished. If you buy it though, you will get something few games these days can offer: Several hours of gaming enjoyment.

A good looking game with a great setting and some original monsters that is linear, repetitive, and easy to exploit. And that is the long answer.

A very good tank simulation, that's unfortunately not quite ready for prime-time.

The latest expansion gives existing players a good reason to keep playing, but hasn’t brought the game up to the standards of the latest generation of MMORPGs.

First and foremost, everything in the action segment requires repetitive clicking. Melee combat requires you to click for each swing. Helping build a structure is an exercise in monotony.

What disappointed me was that a game with such a great story displayed some rather under whelming graphics and tons of load screens, which ultimately end up hurting the material instead of supporting it.

If you were a fan of the original game you’ll enjoy this expansion, especially if the idea of creating custom missions appeals to you.

It's arcade control scheme, as well as the almost total lack of realism in its flight physics, makes it more suitable to fans of the fast and loose space shooters for which SWON’s developer is best known.

For puzzle adventure fans especially kids this game can't possibly miss. Definitely worth a look if you like mysteries as well.

An incredibly deep game that could be a great offering if it would go even deeper. In the meantime, though, the game is handicapped by a computer AI as unreliable as Tanyon Sturtze on three days’ rest.

Delivers some nice little twists on the theme park genre and is worth picking up if you're a fan of the series.

Long time followers of the series will likely not find much new aside from the addition of Career Mode in place of Season.

Plot issues, questionable voice acting and a frustrating control scheme mask an otherwise good adventure title.

A slightly new take on the tycoon genre; there's lots of pretty gals to keep oversexed gamers happy; playstyle choices make a big difference between success and failure.

A hybrid that doesn't break new ground but still manages to entertain, despite the horrible voiceovers.

If the fantasy element turns you on then go for it. Otherwise, you’re not missing much. The old formula is beginning to look dog-eared.

Sometimes, expectations for a second swing around the love nest can result in less than a satisfying rendezvous, and such is the case for this fizzled out flame that once burned brightly.

Pick it up if you are in dire need of a first person shooter fix, and simply cannot wait for "Doom III" or "Deus Ex 2."

In a world with Bioshock and Mass Effect, this game doesn't hold up. If you are looking for depth, look elsewhere. Still, if you want to have fun, this game does offer it, even if it does seem very familiar.

A fairly average shooter that doesn't really add much to its prequel. Vast but standard plot and sub-standard gameplay make for an interesting distraction but a generally uninspiring title.

I enjoyed Jetfighter 2015 a lot more than I expected I would. It is a combat flight sim, sure, but it is not so high-end and technical that you need a pilot’s license to enjoy the game.

It cannot quite compete with the likes of SpellForce: The Order of Dawn, but as a reasonably enjoyable title to fill the void of gaming insomnia, it does merit mild recommendation.

A good expansion that's definitely worth picking up for the price if you feel that the original Dark Age of Camelot lands and loot have become stale and over visited. Easily recommendable for seasoned players.

Joan of Arc combines realism with arcade in odd measures, and yet still makes for a great gaming experience. Maybe not everyone’s cup of tea, but you could do a lot worse than give this medieval hack and slasher a test lunge.

Great in theory, and with each patch will become better, stronger, and faster. It’s a bargain at twenty bucks, if you ask me. The programmers just need a little longer to iron out those online kinks.

The game is simple and very easy to pick-up-and-play. The graphics are awesome. You’ll either rock out and sing along with the music or scramble to turn the volume all the way down.

There's absolutely no reason not to try this game. You might just find yourself hooked by a competent and charming dungeon crawler.

A stripped down bare-bones tactical multiplayer shooter. The simplicity of the title detracts considerably from gameplay, but it still cannot prevent the game from being fun.

It could have been a contender but unfortunately, the lack of user-control saves and a multiplayer feature keep this fighter out of the championship ring.

This is an interesting and somewhat fun game, but it will appeal to a rather select audience and not the masses. If it sounds like your cup of tea, it probably is.

Reminds us why car combat is fun, stellar graphics if your ‘puter has the goods, a totally different brand of MMORPG.

There may be those who will find Pool Paradise’s strange setting and overall eccentric nature in conflict with what they would consider a realistic or acceptable pool game experience. However, for those who don’t mind a bit of zaniness mixed in with their billiards fun, Pool Paradise is worth a look.

The gameplay is highly addictive and includes some nice, new tricks; however, the game leaves you wanting more than is provided, and the lack of a multiplayer really hurts the replay value.

My experience with Age of Mythology was one of apathy and boredom... Think of AoM as Led Zeppelin’s "Stairway to Heaven." Sure, it’s a great song, but do you really want to hear it over and over again?

An amazing story that many will enjoy - if you have the patience to sit through the lengthy conversations.

Not the kind of innovative game as its forbearer, Incoming. Instead, it comes across as a bit behind the times. While it does manage to be fun in parts, it still lacks in many areas.

A fun little game that slowly unfolds an adventurous epic. Bring on the third installment!

Though dated, Stronghold Crusader is a worthy addition to any RTS fan's library.

The cuddly interface and ride creations are aimed at the casual gamer. The fuzzy bear feel of the game would probably make the hardcore gamers do what my little sim customers do on my rides, vomit.

Clunky island controls and gameplay darken what is otherwise an extremely enjoyable action RPG that truly shines during its high seas adventures.

Disappointing. Not for newbies or those looking to jump into established worlds.

Recreates its real-life counterpart quite well and offers a welcome alternative to the normal racing game.

Ground Control II isn’t going to redefine the genre, but it’s a solid entry with a few interesting tweaks and innovations, making it good enough for any gamer looking for a fast-paced, story-driven, real-time strategy title.

CivCity Rome could’ve been a great game. It is the culmination of a lot of minor problems that ultimately bring down this empire. All of these issues, however, are easily fixable.

An interesting arcade/simulation mix that is restrained from greatness by a few integral inadequacies. There has never been such a fine line between enjoyment and annoyance. Only consider playing it if you have a decent wheel.

Not legendary by any means, this game is a good one to pass the time with. It's intense action should draw you in, even if the less than stellar graphics and the subpar production values do not.

It's still not quite good enough to recommend purchasing individual episodes, but the season package is starting to look pretty tempting. Make sure your system is well above the minimum requirements for maximum pleasure.

It’s hard to know which is worse; the interface or the AI. Both combine to spoil the latest Master of Orion title.

Great for old-school action fans. Repetitive and dull for everyone else.

While it's good for a quick game, in the long term you must ask yourself, "How much fun is it to place objects and watch people?"

Goes a long way in making EverQuest accessible to casual RTS fans. Hardcore fans on the other hand could find the game to be too simple, and focused on too small a scale. Creation of units is slow, and mines run out often, so if you don’t mind expanding your force for most of the mission you will find an entertaining game in Lords of Everquest.

Worth a look for fans of casino gaming, but not innovative enough to keep most people interested for very long. The game’s attempts to be “more than a gambling sim” fall somewhat short of the mark.

A fine game with no glaring flaws, but also offers nothing to really rev up a gamer's engines either.

Sadly, it’s attempts at being challenging only contribute to make the game less accessible to players.

Caters to hardcore puzzle gamers. It’s a well-produced puzzle/adventure game, albeit with a weak story, but newbies to the genre should definitely know what they’re getting into.

Not a terrible game, but far from a good game, DarkStar One finds itself right in the middle, orbiting the planet mediocre.

If you like the WW2 shooters and prefer the stealth and sniper aspects then this game is for you. Want something revolutionary? Then keep looking.

Adequate, but nothing incredible.

It's not a classic of the genre, but it gets the job done and has outstanding graphics and animation work.

Moscow to Berlin regains some of its quality with its dramatic cut scenes that set up the plot and objectives for the mission extremely well and its encyclopedia of all units and vehicles allows you to examine unit’s strengths, weaknesses, and purpose.

The worst crime ever committed against PC gamers was releasing the sequel to UT without an Assault mode.

A short but pleasureable romp through France in the shoes of the best girl detective in the world.

What hurts this game more than anything else, is that it could have been so much better.

Ask yourself if battling through hundreds of combats, most of which require no strategy other than kill the other guy first, sounds like fun.

Despite my initial aversion, this game turned out to be quite entertaining, if not revolutionary in any way. A must have for C&C fans, and a lot of fun for FPS players.

A very good tactical simulator that will appeal to all players, at all levels.

I don't see anyone anticipate a co-worker saying, "man, I wish 5pm would hurry up and get here. I want to get home and play Secrets of the Ark" in the near future. But I can see the adventure fans finding something of value buried in there somewhere with Mary of Magdalene.

Didn't the developers play "IL-2 Sturmovik"? They should, so they can see how it's supposed to be done.

A sim that is not for everybody. A smorgasbord of pleasure for train geeks. The cure for insomnia for the rest of us. Add or subtract 20 points from the score, depending on which camp you fall into.

It’s as brief and easy as the previous episode, but overall it’s more palatable.