GuideReviews Index - page 4
Tekken 5 Review
After a less than stellar outing in Tekken 4, Namco has redeemed itself with what may be the best game in the series, Tekken 5. Loaded with some amazing extras, Tekken 5 will have fighting fans grinning like cats.
Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas
Grand Theft Auto San Andreas has Rockstar in the headlines again. Yes, it's violent. Yes, it is amazing. Like it or not, Grand Theft Auto San Andreas is something to behold. The sheer scope of the game puts most movies to shame. Grand Theft Auto San Andreas is the standard all games should be held up to.
Yu Yu Hakusho: Dark Tournament
If you liked Dragon Ball Z Budokai, you're going to like Yu Yu Hakusho: Dark Tournament. It has the attention to detail that will make any anime fan grin. But if you dislike anime or cel-shaded fighters, Yu Yu Hakusho may not be the spirit detective for you.
The Bard's Tale
The Bard's Tale may end up being my number one RPG pick for this holiday season. It looks and plays great, in addition to being laugh out loud funny.
Killzone
Billed at this year's Halo killer, Killzone may not be up for the task, especially in light of Halo 2. However, Killzone is a top notch first person shooter, and one of the better PS@ online games out there.
Madden NFL 2005 Collector's Edition - PS2 Exclusive
15 years of football greatness, it's an amazingly long franchise for any media, even more so for a videogame. To celebrate, EA has released Madden NFL 2005 Collector's Edition, which includes the amazing Madden NFL 2005 and some sweet bonus features. For a mere $10 more than the stand-alone,Madden NFL 2005 Collector's Edition is worth every extra penny to PS2 armchair quarterbacks.
La Pucelle: Tactics Review - PlayStation 2
La Pucelle: Tactics is simply not to be missed. Turn based strategy RPGs are very few and far between, and this delightfully original title is one of the best.
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay Video Game - Xbox
The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay is yet another one of those surprising games that proves that video games based on movie licenses don't have to suck. It's an excellent stealth first person shooter, with or without the Riddick title.
Metal Slug 3 - Xbox
Xbox fans rejoice, finally Japanese fun has started to come down the pipe. Metal Slug 3 is one of the best arcade shooters of all time, and now it's an Xbox exclusive.
Nyko Wireless Air Flo Controller - PS2
The Nyko Wireless Air Flo Controller for PS2 may be the sweetest thing you can hold, aside from the original Dual Shock or a winning lotto ticket.
True Crime Streets of LA - PC, PS2, Xbox, Game Cube
True Crime sets out to put a cap in the Grand Theft Auto franchise. This isn't you daddies Vice City, True Crime puts you on the 'right' side of the law. How you act while there is up to you.
LifeLine - PS2
LifeLine is Konami's foray into uncharted waters... it claims that LifeLine is the first voice activated action-adventure game. Regardless, LifeLine is an interesting twist on the sci-fi action genre in which you don't play the character, you just tell her what to do. For those of you who feel powerless at work or at home, here's your chance to boss somebody else around.
Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX - PS2
Romance of the Three Kingdoms IX is the latest in a long line of turn-based console strategy games. Based in the Dynasty Warriors universe (2nd century China), Romance of the Three Kingdoms offers deep and satisfying gameplay that will rival any PC turn-based game.
MVP Baseball 2004 - PS2, Xbox, GameCube, PC
MVP Baseball 2004 is EA's hard hitting boys of summer masterpiece. Thanks to an all new hitting system and the ability to manage both Minors and MLB teams... well you just gotta play it, or read my review. MVP Baseball 2004 swings for the fence, and makes it.
Champions of Norrath: Realms of EverQuest - PS2
Champions of Norrath is Sony Online's latest attempt to bring EverQuest to the PS2. It plays like Baldur's Gate, only with more depth and a worse camera.
NFL Street - PS2, Xbox, GameCube
With Blitz gone 'mainstream' NFL Street is more than happy to take the ball and pound it through the gap. EA Sports Big take the NFL on and makes it large with this fun and over-the-top 7 on 7 football game. NFL Street has got phat game!
Lord of the Rings: Return of the King - PS2, Xbox, GameCube, Game Boy Advance
This truly is the Return of the King. EA took everything great in the Two Towers game and added more. Aside from the slew of new features the game looks and feels like the film. With Gandalf, Frodo, and Sam as playable characters the Fellowship is alive and well.
Alter Echo - PS2, Xbox
Alter Echo... the graphics may make you wonder if you're having an acid flashback, and for once, it's a good thing. Alter Echo is original, trippy, and oddly fun - read the review!
Brute Force - Xbox
Brute force was designed to tide you over until Halo 2. Not only does it succeed in it, it may end up earning the coveted 'Best Xbox game that isn't Halo' award.
X2: Wolverine's Revenge - PS2, Xbox, GC, GBA, PC
X2, the movie, rocked. So how did X2: Wolverine's Revenge fare? Better than you probably think. Read the review of everyone's favorite feral mutant's video game.
Phantasy Star Online Episodes I & II - Xbox, GameCube
Phantasy Star Online is back and looking better than ever. Check out the review of episodes I&II for the GameCube and Xbox.