You'd be hard pressed to find better cartoon fodder. [Oct 2005, p.68]

My only focused gripe though is with the leaner trick system, which had been downgraded from implementation across the PS2's four shoulder buttons to a single PSP button. Small gripe. [May 2005, p.70]

Unlike "NHL 2K6," this one's been visually juiced, and it looks awesome. [Jan 2006, p.48]

What this game contains that is totally removed from everything else out there is a quirky, infectious, humorous character, one that seems to deeply reflect the personality of its makers. When you play it, you really sense a stamp of originality and zany flavor in its presentation and structure. [March 2005, p.48]

Has the market cornered on urban style in the massively multiplayer genre. [June 2005]

A superb first shot at what a serious boxing game could be like on Wii, utterly blwing Wii Sports' interpretation of the sport out of the water. [JPN Import; Oct 2007, p.101]

The biggest improvement is the overall visual quality of the game. [Apr 2003, p.71]

Just pretend it's seven or so years ago when all US localizations were crap and you'll be fine. [Dec 2005, p.61]

Moreover, Sega's done a fine job translating the control scheme for a game that demands precise movements to a controller that is, at best, imprecise. [Dec. 2006, p.58]

The game never advances the genre, but its use of a protective riot shield, one that progressively takes damage to the point where it's almost impossible to see through, is certainly a nice touch. [July 2006, p.72]

It's a bloody good time, and not even the most diseased, blood-crazed Santa Claus would put it on his naughty list. [Jan 2006, p.53]

[eM] is most impressive when placed in its proper context: From Software managed to craft a sprawling, 60-hour-long, traditional J-RPG on a next-generation platform in an incredibly short ammount of time....and it's actually pretty darn good. [Mar 2006, p.61]

The real prizes here, though, are Gradius II and Gradius Gaiden, which make their first appearance in the US along with a feast of never-before-seen extras. [June 2006, p.53]

As movie games go it's rare that we get anything original, so Arthur and the Invisibles is a welcome commodity even if the movie is getting unjustly hammered by critics. [Feb 2007, p.38]

For such an old game, Yoshi holds up spectacularly well in its look, existing as a quintessential portable experience. [Nov 2002, p.105]

Of all three games, the Xbox version is the clear winner, with perfect frame rates, the lowest load times, the best resolution and the best textures, but the 'Cube game runs a close second, a refreshing turn of events. [Jan 2003, p.76]

Shining Force offers small rewards every few minutes, and statisfies through a sort of goal-oriented mediation. [Mar 2007, p.54]

Were it not for some minor draw-in and the fact that it's a bit easy, I would call it the perfect Star Wars racer. [Mar 2002, p.42]

More importantly, it's necessary to use a teammate strategically, moving him around the battlefield like a chess piece. This war, you see, requires a brain. [Apr 2008, p.53]

Owners of both systems would be advised to pick up the Xbox version just for the subtle enhancements to the gameplay. [Mar 2002, p.49]

Unlike any other 3D fighters on the market. Midway has done an exceptional job of creating a brand new MK experience while still maintaining the old-school flavor that so many of us are familiar with. [Jan 2003, p.70]

As a first-gen next-gen FPS it succeeds where it needs to most, dazzling us with heretofore unimaginable worlds, deep online components, and one spectacular franchise player. [Jan 2006, p.44]

Improving upon the original in almost every way - story needs some work - Red Faction 2 is awesome. [Dec 2002, p.54]

I had hours of fun with Twisted anyway, but I prefer "Touched" or the original. [July 2005, p.82]

My appreciation for some of the best undead character design and animation I have ever seen, and an overall air of doom I can really sink my teeth into, far outweigh a few hiccups. [July 2002, p.76]

Its overall story...is simply impossible to resist and the dungeon design is marvelous. [Feb 2002, p.60]

If you enjoyed the silly, cynical and delightful whimsy of past Sam & Max adventures, this episode will bring that smile back for another couple of hours...if you can scrounge up a measly $8.95. [Dec 2007, p.97]

As a multiplayer game, Bomberman for DS is excellent. [Aug 2005, p.57]