A masterpiece that every racing game fan must own. [Nov 2004, p.80]

The best part, however, is the career mode, which lets you work your way up from lowly demo derby wannabe to Czar of Demolition. Check this one out. [Dec 2004, p.90]

Production values are average, but digi-devotees should be satisfied. [Nov 2004, p.86]

Much more varied action would have helped immensely. [Nov 2004, p.92]

This speed-hampered racer doesn't have a whole lot under the hood...Doesn't come close to touching the supreme "Midnight Club II." [Oct 2004, p.35]

It tries hard, and there are some clever ideas, but too many design shortcuts ensure that Spy Fiction is still Roger Moore to "Metal Gear Solid's" Sean Connery. [Oct 2004, p.42]

It may not be the ultimate Street Fighter compilation, but in the end, Street Fighter Anniversary Collection offers great 2D fighting at an excellent price. [Sept 2004, p.20]

This is every strategy-action gamer's dream. [Oct 2004, p.34]

The type of game that'll bless those patient players who persevere. [Dec 2004, p.84]

Yet another huge, personality drenched, comically deep strategy RPG from othe new masters. [Oct 2004, p.32]

With more than 4000 horses and nearly 40 racing track options, with variables such as weather and track conditions, there is little room for repetition and boredom. [Oct 2004, p.42]

We never thought we'd actually recommend "Girls Gone Wild" DVDs, but they give you way more boob for your buck. [Nov 2004, p.90]

An incredibly valiant attempt to make an accessible NASCAR game, but many will still think it falls a bit short because you can only do so much with turning left. [Oct 2004, p.32]

The right analog stick gives the player control over their fishing rod, enabling a very realistic overhead casting motion - it rocks. [Nov 2004, p.94]

The actual hockey is a bit of a mixed bag in 2K5. It still controls beautifully (that "smoothness" we mentioned earlier), and the gameplay is again top-notch - once you tweak it that is. The default settings are pretty awful. [Oct 2004, p.31]

While the environments are nice, animations are weak, but the hunting is as good as it gets. [Nov 2004, p.94]

Easily one of the most original and involving action titles to cmoe along in ages. [Oct 2004, p.22]

Certainly enjoyable and worth playing - especially for the die-hard fans - but it's over far too quickly to warrant a purchse. [Oct 2004, p.40]

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

A deceptively deep golf game. [Nov 2004, p.85]

Still packed with Madden greatness, but not as ambitious, advanced or enjoyable as "ESPN Football 2K5." [Sept 2004, p.16]

With patience, DHF can deliver with massive funkmaster flexibility. [Nov 2004, p.90]

A truly unique survival horror experience, though one that could really use a graphical touch-up and faster pacing. [Sept 2004, p.22]

It's got its share of problems - a weak story and some lackluster levels - but Bujingai makes up a lot of ground with its slick sword fighting system and clever gameplay. [Aug 2004, p.20]

There is no checkpoint system and save game slots are randomly dropped by enemies, which is both frustrating and tiresome unless you like restarting a level over and over. [Sept 2004, p.24]

Graphics and animation are top-notch, and Catwoman slinks about like an exotic dancer. Control is tight, but counterintuitive. [Oct 2004, p.34]

"Madden" fans will be awed by ESPN's superior presentation....All in all, ESPN Football 2K5 is more ambitious, polished and enjoyable than this year's "Madden."[Sept 2004, p.14]

NCAA's Dynasty is the best "pure videogame" feature in any sports games. Pro franchise modes punish teams who succeed. Here, good play is rewarded with stronger recruiting power. More than any other sports game, NCAA Football plays like an RPG. [Aug 2004, p.18]