Scores marks for trying to take "The Sims" on and adding new elements. Looses them again for bad implementation and general rough finish.

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.

If you're hunting for the ultimate flight sim or learning tool then look no further.

It is technically and artistically sound, not to mention fun. Definitely underrated.

For fans of the first game, I have only this to say: semi-automatic sniper-rifle stake gun. With more of everything, this is a must own!

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

Not as pure as its prequel, but Warrior Within is still a gritty masterpiece.

A quaintly pleasant WWII RTS that offers little new but makes up for that deficiency with an incredible passion for subject matter and meticulous accuracy within its remit. Rommel would be proud.

Despite a rough start and ongoing issues, Blizzard's epic MMORPG is a very fun experience.

One issue that pops up early is the game's rather inept AI. Enemies just do not have the kind of intelligence or cleverness the first game had. Combine soldiers do little to evade your fire, preferring to just stand there shooting at you.

A decent game if you dig mystery fiction and have an itch to use forensic tools.

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.

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

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

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

A great ancient city build strategy game. Despite some design flaws, it's a winner!

Space fans should use the free trial, and science fiction fans might want to read the story, but paying for the game probably isn’t worth it in the long run.

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

A competent historically based shooter with some unique features and an occasional flash of brilliance, making it one of the few quality Vietnam War FPS to date.

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.

From a marketing standpoint, the title so far has been a marketing success: Player conversion, engine improvements, game flow improvements and above all, the fun factor.

Suffers from a complete lack of polish, numerous bugs and crashes, and unintelligent AI.

Another great addition to the turn-based strategy line-up from Matrix Games and comes highly recommended by us here at PC Gameworld, provided that you enjoy the genre in the first place. The period in which the game is set is both interesting and action-packed.

Those who have been loyal Larryists can expect to be sorely disappointed.

A great adventure game with a noble pedigree. Newcomers to the genre would do well to broaden their horizons by giving it a whirl.

If you love deep thinking, strategy and logistics, you may just love this game. If you want a zergling rush, steer clear.

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.

Crusader Kings has a lot of potential: the underlying historical model is a gem. However, when all is said and done, games need to be playable: and there’s some way to go here.