An excellent mix of atmosphere, visual design and accessible gameplay. Beyond Good & Evil is an experience that is not to be missed. [Holiday 2003, p.20]

Its story, gameplay, and presentation are so good and so unique, it's easily the best RPG to hit the PSP, not to mention one of the best of the last two console generations. [Sep 2006, p.79]

The backgrounds are so stunning you'll want to drop your weapons, pack a lunch, and go exploring. [Oct 2003, p.26]

EA's hoops engine fits well, and is complemented by an immersive NCAA atmosphere and a fine-tuned array of gameplay modes. [Holiday 2003, p.36]

We could go on and on, but to put it simply, MLB '06: The Show is one of the best baseball game ever on any platform. [May 2006, p.74]

What is so great about Deus Ex is the ability to play the game however you want. [May 2002, p.24]

Solid gameplay wrapped in an engaging story with a dab of multiplayer madness on the side makes for one tasty gaming meal. [Holiday 2003, p.39]

It needs 5.1 support, but this is still the best DDR yet. [Nov 2003, p.42]

When it comes down to it, this game is about playing against real people, online or off, and in that regard, there's little out there that's as gratifying--or impressive. [Jan. 2007, p.74]

New tactics, a well-delivered story, and, not to be overlooked, even better online co-op and competitive play not only make this the most intriguing game yet in the series, but easily one of the best games of its kind, period. [Holiday 2006, p.72]

Responsive controls, awesome artificial intelligence, and a presentation that truly rocks are only some of the reasons you should own this game. [Dec 2003, p.41]

We all fell in love with GT the first time out because it was so unprecedented, but on your fourth visit, you'll really wish the damn thing would evolve and live up to its potential. Still, it's riveting racing, it has its own undeniable charms. [JPN Import; March 2005, p.68]

Basically more of the same, but we aren't complaining...It's Guitar Hero, it's next-gen, and it's the party game PS3 owners have been waiting for. [Dec 2007, p.74]

Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow not only lives up to the high standards set by its predecessor, it actually exceeds them in many ways. [Dec 2007, p.78]

An astonishingly fun game that even non-wresting fans will have a blast with. There's nothing remotely like it in the fighting or wrestling genres. [Apr 2003, p.24]

Stands as a worthy closing to a momentous trilogy. [Jan 2006, p.66]

I still love this game. However, it's become more obvious that the storyline is way too clunky, confusing and - sometimes - downright silly. [Apr 2003, p.34]

It has everything "DMC2" didn't, and evolves everything that made "DMC1" great. [March 2005, p.66]

If you crave strategy and challenge, get this. [Dec 2004, p.79]

this is as intense and refined a shooter as can be. No, the WWII genre is not dead. This game is proof. [Holiday 2005, p.80]

Madden 2003 is not only the deepest football game ever made, but it may also be the deepest PS2 game ever made. [Sept 2002, p.20]

If all game sequels were of this caliber and depth, the gaming world would be a far better place. [May 2003, p.32]

The graphics are just shy of amazing, and the level designs are solid and believable. [Sept 2004, p.20]

A worthy sequel to one of the better games of the last year. It's simply awesome. [Jan 2005, p.68]

It's the prettiest, the deepest, the biggest, and thanks to online play and randomly-generated levels, the most replayable action RPG available today. [Mar 2004, p.24]

Fight Night Round 3 is the first and foremost an awesome visceral experience, and one that should be enjoyed by fans and non-fans of the sweet science alike. [Apr 2006, p.80]

If you've never plaed the series before, this is the one to try. If you have played it, you won't want to miss this amazing finale. [July 2004, p.20]

So, as you've gathered, Odin Sphere is an incredibly deep, incredibly detailed, spectacularly beautiful game--and it doesn't hurt that it plays like a dream, proving that gaming excellence doesn't necessarily require a third dimension. [July 2007, p.76]