Just when it seemed as if first-person shooters had run out of ideas, along comes No One Lives Forever to reinvigorate the genre.
Sheep offers a lot of bang for your puzzle-game buck.
Even though it's not quite up to prevailing standards, Speedball 2100 still packs quite a bit of wallop.
Due to its attention to detail and wide range of features, Combat Flight Simulator 2 has something to offer almost every simulation enthusiast.
Spin Jam is decidedly unique, and it may make a good purchase for puzzle fans looking for something fresh.
Veterans of the first game will also be quick to notice some interface changes and gameplay enhancements. However, Homeworld's beautiful graphics, top-notch sound, and 3D play mechanics remain intact.
The poor AI and the limitations presented by the sole Ford license in particular keep it from being a truly entertaining game overall.
Sega GT attempts to capture some of Gran Turismo's formula for the Dreamcast, but it ultimately falls short due to poor control and an unintuitive interface.
While the game may not hold up in terms of long-lasting value, those looking for a quick fishing fix without getting dirty will be more than pleased with this offering.
Enemy Engaged sets a higher standard for how immersive a flight sim can be, while it also avoids getting mired down in the technical minutiae of combat aviation.
Despite its powerful and extremely attractive 3D graphics engine, Dark Reign 2 ultimately fails to tread much new ground.
It's got a great premise and an ambitious design, but the game is mired by its repetitive and often frustrating combat, ill-fated design decisions, and forgettable characters and story.
Flying Heroes looks superb, but it's definitely not just another first-person shooter.
Devil's Bridge is an expansion to Illusion Softworks' Hidden and Dangerous, a first-person shooter that lets you play as a special forces agent.
If you're a pinball fan, Fantastic Journey is a pretty amazing feat, and the price is definitely right.
Crazy Taxi is still a fun, exciting game, but fans of Crazy Taxi who already own the Dreamcast release don't really need to bother with the PlayStation 2 version.
Dogfighting in MiG Alley is one of the best experiences a virtual pilot can hope for.
The squad-based combat genre that had quickly moved far beyond Spec Ops is now even farther ahead of its sequel.
It has several problems that will dampen the experience for all but the most die-hard fans of the series.
FreeSpace 2 is one of the best space sims ever made and is a solid candidate for game of the year.
Even though the gameplay is largely the same as in the previous GTA, it's still a lot of fun.
Mucky Foot is developing a game based on the upcoming MGM martial arts movie.
This '70s-TV-show-inspired action sequel will let you pursue villains on foot as well as from behind a steering wheel.
Set on yet another postapocalyptic Earth, Tribal Rage lets you battle as one of six allegedly wacky tribes for domination of the scorched planet.
It's obvious that TalonSoft learned from its mistakes following the release of the disappointing East Front.
Embark on an adventure through a mysterious island where clues abound and you must try to reverse a wrong that has gone unchecked for ages.
Whatever else may be said about Quake II, one thing is certain: It is the only first-person shooter to render the original Quake entirely obsolete.
You wouldn't want to live there, but the world of Heretic II is a beautiful place to visit.
101 simulates the chaos of an airborne drop very well, and the level of detail is tremendous.
Not all the elements of this game have gelled into a satisfying whole, but it's a worthwhile game for any nautical buff.
Apache Havoc offers a great mix of realism and approachability, so that hard-core fans and novices alike should find a lot to like in the game.
Whereas developer Taito's Bust-a-Move 2 was a lotta puzzle, Bust-a-Move 3 is a whole lotta puzzle.
If you're a casual player who wants the option to see some action with your chess game, then it's not a bad purchase.
Seeing how nations are affected under your command is a very enthralling affair.
Billy and Jimmy Lee take to the streets in this classic arcade side-scroller.
When it comes down to it, the simplicity is what makes Flying Corps so fun.
Just a gun that lines up with the sights doesn't seem too much to ask for.
Napoleon 1813 is a game that is long on innovation but critically short on polish and tuning.
A single table just doesn't provide enough extended replay value to put it ahead of Hyper 3-D Pinball and other Saturn pinball games.
Even if you're not well steeped in the world of video pinball, the game's $9.99 price makes it well worth checking out.
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