The game itself is just plain sloppy....horrible camera and grippy controls. [Dec 2002, p.40]

For those who've thought they could build a game with the right tools, this is a fine toolbox. Aspiring fighter makers are warned, though - it's also an unforgiving school. [Jan 2003, p.42]

The premise is priceless, but the game is so overly simplistic that it can't hold your attention for long. [July 2004, p.30]

The PSP has no camera-maneuvering second analog stick, making the spy's portable debut a frustrating chore. [Jun 2006, p.85]

Enemy AI that changes with the wind and level design that's inspired by tunnel vision drops this game into the lower echelon of military shooters. [Feb 2005, p.83]

A plain vanilla shooter dressed in authentic-smelling military gear. [Nov 2005, p.94]

Unfortunately, this mode gets mind-numbinglly repetitive, and gameplay is still awful. [Nov 2005, p.98]

By far the most useful addition though is the ability to pick up bodies so you can hide them. It's a simple little skill that should have been available all along... and now it is. [March 2005, p.80]

Replay value is low; better rent before you buy. [May 2005, p.76]

Although it's cool that you can customize your army and equipment and change sides in the battle whenever you wish, Bladestorm is just too repetitive to be worth $60. [Dec 2007, p.89]

The multiple angles, 3D engine, and stellar visuals in Mega Man X7 do move the series forward, even if gameplay remains the same, which is okay in our book. [Nov 2003, p.41]

It's an expedition into the rugged unknown - not a luxury vacation. [Jan 2006, p.72]

The game lacks a level of polish and fine-tuning that would have made it a truly great title. [Nov 2002, p.38]

The cameras are lousy, the Gunam move too sluggishly, and there's very little depth. [Dec 2004, p.84]

In an alternate universe--one where every 7-year old owns a PSP and can drop forty bucks on a forgettable movie tie-in as easily as buying a pack of gum--a game like Hammy Goes Nuts! would be friggin' huge. [Feb. 2007, p.88]

While the cutscenes look amazing, in-game graphics and environments are subpar. It's just disappointing. [Oct 2006, p.84]

It definitely makes one hope there's a "Kuon 2." [Holiday 2004, p.92]

You're better off sticking with GTA. [Aug 2007, p.87]

The physics on the basketball are too floaty, and player control is wonky. [June 2005, p.84]

If, on the other hand, you truly do prefer meticulous tweaking, clunky controls, and no story to interfere with your mech combat, here you go. [Oct 2005, p.88]

It's a snack, not a meal, but it's definitely a tasty one. [Feb 2005, p.78]

The game doesn't look bad or play like a PS3 title shood, and is barely an upgrade over "NASCAR 07." [Nov 2007, p.87]

It's "Time Crisis II," only not quite. [August 2002, p.20]

Whoever oversaw the conversion over at Sega must have had the reflexes of thh Flash, because you pretty much need them in order to win the game at the default difficulty setting. [Apr 2003, p.42]

An average game that lacks polish, but provides the simple satisfaction of blowing things up. [Jan 2004, p.32]

It's certainly the best Gundam game around. [Sept 2005, p.79]

So-so for gaming alone, but it's fun enough if you're online or with friends. [Aug 2005, p.84]

Just be ready for some seriously challenging puzzles that will test both your patience and brain power. [Nov 2002, p.52]