If they would have included multiplayer mode, it would be perfect. [Spring 2005, p.85]

A reminder that good things are still being done in 2D. [Spring 2005, p.74]

At half the price it would be a must own. [Spring 2005, p.63]

Lots of fresh and tasty new gameplay added to the Zelda mix. [Spring 2005, p.73]

A very solid, fun package that should please both hardcore card-game players and casual RPGers alike. [Spring 2005, p.71]

This is how to do a rerelease of a classic, with tons of extras and enhancements. [Spring 2005, p.70]

Exactly what a sequel should be - the original done bigger and better. [Summer 2004, p.36]

The level design is fantastic, with large imaginative interactive environments. [Summer 2004, p.33]

When all is said and done, I wanted to keep playing these games to the end, because I was having fun, even though I had seen it all a dozen times in previous levels. [Summer 2004, p.34]

When all is said and done, I wanted to keep playing these games to the end, because I was having fun, even though I had seen it all a dozen times in previous levels. [Summer 2004, p.34]

A game many will be surprised to be on this list, but it happens to be one of the best. [Summer 2004, p.15]

This is it, the game that brought video games in America back from the dead. [Summer 2004, p.15]

Not only is this the best game of the classic series, it's arguably the best game in the history of the NES. [Summer 2004, p.14]

A tremendous port of one of the most unsung games of all time, and a must-have for any serious collector. [Summer 2004, p.39]

Less mindless than a typical Mario game, but still full of action. May be too challenging for young players. [Summer 2004, p.29]

Comfortable controls and a refined presentation see featured switch-flipping, mushroom-hopping, pumpkin and peasant-bopping antics delight, despite the fact that they're hardly original. [Summer 2004, p.41]

With eight character classes the possibilities for multiplayer and replay are endless. [Summer 2004, p.41]

Has just the right balance of easy controls, tough opponents, and hilarious visuals. It's also bargain-priced, which is a plus. [Summer 2004, p.44]

One of the all-time great GBA games. Don't miss it. [Summer 2004, p.30]

Stuffed with enough game modes and options to make many console fighting games jealous. [Spring 2004, p.46]

Just. Plain. Cool. [Summer 2004, p.35]

EX2 takes all of the characters, attacks, and special moves you'd find in an arcade KOF game and crams them into the GBA. [Spring 2004, p.43]

Aspyr did a great job of cramming nearly the entire Activision library for the Atari 2600 into a single GBA cartridge. [Spring 2004, p.38]

There are better portable RPGs on the market, but this stroll down memory lane will keep you busy. [Spring 2004, p.34]

If you're craving a good fighter, you can't go wrong here. Gekido is the most visually impressive GBA game yet. [Fall 2003, p.46]

Visiting hot springs, betting on the horses, and sweet-talking the locals, this is much more than just a farming game. [Spring 2004, p.29]

One of the most imaginative, compelling, and outright fun RPGs to grace any system in years. [Spring 2004, p.30]

A great action game with multiplayer modes and a great connectivity bonus for those the GC version of "Rising Sun." [Spring 2004, p.32]

Not only the best brawler on the GBA, but one of the best brawlers period. Ther's no reason not to add this game to your collection. [Spring 2004, p.39]

A basic strategy-RPG that is great for beginners or veterans looking for a quick fix with a good story. [Spring 2004, p.45]

A decent but extremely easy sequel to a classic. [Spring 2004, p.39]

The controls work well even with the GBA's four-button layout, and most tricks come out smoothly onscreen. [Spring 2004, p.47]

Good graphics, sound and spot-on control makes this game perfect for racing fans on any ilk. [Fall 2003, p.43]

One of the coolest aspects of the game is the inclusion of the crebains, the crows that Sauron uses as spies. [Spring 2004, p.35]

One of the most well-crafted RPGs we've seen. If you are into RPGs at all, run out and pick Fire Emblem up right now! [Spring 2004, p.28]

Has something for everyone, from hardcore gamers to players picking up their first GBA. [Spring 2004, p.33]

Great controls, graphics, sound and side characters - some of whom you can play in a variety of mini-game - round out a well-designed package. [Fall 2003, p.54]

The ability to step off the board and walk around is great. [Spring 2004, p.37]

The bottom line is that this is Mario hop-n-bop action at its finest, with a goodly amount of minigames thrown into the mix for good measure... As great as it ever was. [Fall 2003, p.38]

This is a love-it-or-hate-it game, but fans of the original or anyone looking for a leisurely paced game where death is impossible can't go wrong. [Spring 2004, p.36]

Everything controls well, the graphics are of the highest GBA quality, and the story is engaging. [Fall 2003, p.39]

As a beat-'em-up, The Two Towers fails to impress. As an RPG, it's fairly engaging and maysuck you in to extended play sessions. [Winter 2002, p.52]

A great followup to the original "Final Fantasy Tactics," though somoe design decisions are questionable. [Fall 2003, p.36]

All of the new multi-player options are the best reason to pick this one up. If you have one or more friends to link-up with, you're in for a great time. [Fall 2003, p.49]

Fans of the bigger versions of Monster Truck Madness will find almost everything they need in this impressive handheld version. [Fall 2003, p.48]

If this is your typeof game, be sure to pick it up. It deepens as you progress, always keeping players wanting more. [Fall 2003, p.48]

Strategy and suspense play a greater role this time around, not just because the CPU is more intelligent, but also because each new cast member brings different abilities to the battlefield. [Fall 2003, p.34]

Though it is an exeptional translation for the GBA, the difficulty level and required repetition keep this from being great. [Fall 2003, p.55]

Great handling, great tunes, and really tough challenges. What more can you ask for from a driving title? Not much. [Fall 2003, p.52]

This isn't the most unique racing game ever, but it proves that honest to goodness 3D is possible on the GBA. [Fall 2003, p.47]

Though the action portions could still use some tweaking, Legacy of Goku II is a better effort all around that is bolstered by colorful graphics and catchy music taken straight from the TV show. DBZ fans can buy this with confidence. [Fall 2003, p.45]

DKC has staying power. Even at nearly 10-years old, it looks like it was made for the GBA. [Fall 2003, p.44]

If you know what a Kinniku Driver is, you'll enjoy beating the daylights out of people in this game. [Fall 2003, p.56]

Take familiar characters, put them no pinball tables, and include a bunch of mini-games. That's a recipe for a fun time. [Fall 2003, p.52]

Looks great and borrows play elements from a number of classic arcade shooters. [Fall 2003, p.46]

A twitch-gamer's dream with virtually infinite replay value, and always one more high score to aim for. [Fall 2003, p.40]

Probably the prettiest of the three recent Castlevanias. [Fall 2003, p.35]

A solidly built, character-driven adventure. [Summer 2003, p.38]

This is a 2-D tactical espionage at its finest, in a package that fully exploits the GBA's capabilities. [Fall 2003, p.53]

Some games stand out from a genre solely because of a single game mechanic, and Ninja Five-O is one of them. [Fall 2003, p.50]

You won't find a more ready graphical or gameplay showcase for the powers of Nintendo's little handheld that could. [Summer 2003, p.40]

A must-own title for fans of the cartoon and a strong buy for fans of strategy games in general. [Summer 2003, p.52]

The sheer amount of variety makes up for the game's simple design, and the story is positively adorable. [Summer 2003, p.41]

Though the gameplay gets somewhat repetitive (kill bad guys, find key to open door, repeat), it's fun enough for players who want to tear through it in a day. [Fall 2003, p.42]

The new weather system and extended map, like the radio and real-time clock of Gold and Silver, are features that make the Pokemon world so much more real. [Summer 2003, p.36]

All eight games play like they ought to. This compilation is an amazing game. [Fall 2003, p.42]

Had Bass been added to the Megaman series years ago, it might not have run out of steam. [Summer 2003, p.44]

The action comes fast n' furious as ever. [Summer 2003, p.48]

Gorgeous graphics and airtight control. [Summer 2003, p.46]

With abundant action tied into a good story, Daredevil has a larger appeal than most movie-licensed games. [Summer 2003, p.39]

Offers some solid platforming excitement, but there are better games on the shelf. [Spring 2003, p.30]

The racing action is smooth, speedy and about as realistic as you can get with a game featuring time-travelling punks racing each other. [Summer 2003, p.44]

The ball reacts to the table and flippers exactly how you would expect. [Summer 2003, p.41]

An engaging story, epic battles, and superb graphics. [Spring 2003, p.36]

So much fun that you'll play 'til the batteries run out. You simply cannot miss this game. [Spring 2003, p.28]

Better than most platformers out there...The only beef we have with this title is that it's too dang short. [Spring 2003, p.35]

An excellent translation of its arcade classic. A true pleasure to play. [Winter 2002, p.45]

Surprisingly polished. [Spring 2003, p.30]

Huge bang for the buck for old-timers or newbies. [Spring 2003, p.36]

The 3D engine runs smoothly, mimicking the look and feel of the GC game while maintaining its tight controls. [Spring 2003, p.39]

The control is perfect...all games should feel this good. [Spring 2003, p.27]

Visually, it's among the best games available on the GBA, with superb animation and attractive environs. [Spring 2003, p.33]

Graphicall, this is an absolute treat as it combines Disney flair with 3D cameras and typical Konami polish. [Summer 2003, p.40]

A very solid, entertaining, and visually satisfying tribute to the RPG genre. [Spring 2003, p.31]

One of the best turn-based strategy games to hit the GBA since the mighty "Advance Wars." [Summer 2003, p.51]

Suffers mostly where the GBA just can't do what the consoles can. But it's still a solid handheld effort. [Spring 2003, p.41]

A charming, original game. [Winter 2002, p.42]

It's meant for the hardcore Yu-Gi-Oh! players. [Spring 2003, p.42]

The best sports game out for the Game Boy Advance. It's every bit as fun as its Dreamcast predecessor. [Winter 2002, p.42]

The mini-games and various vehicles Yoshi can transform into are just icing on an already delicious cake. [Spring 2003, p.41]

If it weren't for the crummy music taking away from the experience, this might be the best 2D Castlevania yet. [Spring 2003, p.26]

By far one of the wackiest, most bizarre games out there, and it rocks. [Winter 2002, p.47]

The quirky and unique game demands to be played and enjoyed by the masses. [Winter 2002, p.36]

One of the very best sports titles available for the GBA - almost as good as "Mario Tennis" on the old SNES. [Summer 2002, p.24]

A deep and addictive game, and the two-player link makes it an instant classic. [Summer 2002, p.36]

Fast, fun, and impossible to put down. [Summer 2003, p.33]

It's not exactly action-packed, but the slow pace of Broken Sword is paid for with great puzzles and a well-thought out plot. [Summer 2002, p.38]

Surprisingly realistic for a hand-held video game. [Summer 2002, p.34]