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PS2 Review - 'Wild Arms 4'

by Joe Keiser on Jan. 22, 2006 @ 12:40 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Wild Arms 4 is a role-playing game featuring a new cast of characters, an original storyline, and a new strategic battle system, it appeals to new players of the series while fans will instantly recognize the mainstays of the Wild Arms world of Filgaia. Wild Arms 4 follows the journey of four teenagers as they reshape the future of Filgaia.

PS2 Review - 'L.A. Rush'

by Agustin on Jan. 21, 2006 @ 4:02 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

L.A. Rush recreates a living, breathing go anywhere Los Angeles with highly destructible environments, players will be able to explore Los Angeles by day or by night from Compton, to LAX, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and the beaches of Santa Monica.

PC Review - 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire'

by Keith Durocher on Jan. 20, 2006 @ 1:46 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry is mysteriously selected as the fourth competitor in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. Players will experience all the thrills of the movie -- from the Quidditch World Cup campsite to a heart-stopping duel with Lord Voldemort himself!

PC Review - 'Cuban Missile Crisis: The Aftermath'

by Andrew Glenn on Jan. 19, 2006 @ 12:37 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Cuban Missile Crisis: The Aftermath thrusts players into a world ravaged by the military-political confrontation between the USA and USSR in 1962. Cuban Missile Crisis: The Aftermath is a RTS game combined with a turn-based global strategy mode, forcing players to use tactical troop movements while managing their resources and armies.

Xbox Review - 'Samurai Shodown V'

by Thomas Wilde on Jan. 18, 2006 @ 1:29 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

The Samurai Shodown series has also been known for its willingness to tinker with its unique fighting system, and has resulted in a number of changes over the years. This installment is no different and offers several new features for the dedicated player. Characters can meditate in the heat of battle to affect their stats, and even slow down time for their opponent. Old faithfuls return, and talented gamers can throw their weapons down and fight unarmed.

PS2/Xbox/PC Review - 'Pac-Man World 3'

by Justin on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 12:49 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

In a mad search for power, evil genius Erwin creates a machine that can penetrate into the world of the Ghosts...the Spectral Realm! But now the Spectral Realm is collapsing into the real world, and this will bring about a massive catastrophe that will plunge the world into a state of devastation for years to come!

NDS Review - 'The Chronicles of Narnia'

by Geson Hatchett on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 1:24 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

In order to end Narnia's 100 year winter by the evil powers of the malevolent White Witch and free his people, the mighty lion Aslan invokes an ancient prophecy. It will become the destiny of four siblings from our world to work together and use their unique combat skills, weaponry and abilities to defeat the Witch and her armies to save Narnia.

NGC/PS2/Xbox Review - 'Crash Tag Team Racing'

by Justin on Jan. 15, 2006 @ 1:06 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

What is with platformers turning into racing games lately? Crash Tag Team Racing is the way the Crash Bandicoot franchise handles the transition, by dividing the game equally into platforming and racing halves. With polished, traditional gameplay for the action half and the unique Clash mechanic for the racing, Crash Tag Team Racing is shaping up to be a unique experience.

Xbox Review - 'Splat Magazine Renegade Paintball'

by Bill Lange on Jan. 14, 2006 @ 12:48 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Splat Magazine Renegade Paintball, developed by Cat Daddy Games, brings all of the intense action of paintball into your living room, challenging players with over 25 white-knuckle single player Tournament and Fieldball matches.

PC Review - 'Sid Meier's Civilization IV'

by Mark Crump on Jan. 13, 2006 @ 1:23 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

The fourth title in the series of turn-based strategy games, Sid Meier's Civilization IV expands on the beloved gameplay of its predecessors with countless new gameplay changes and improvements, including religion, great people and for the first time in the Civilization series, a full 3D engine.

PS2 Review - 'Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows'

by Gordy Wheeler on Jan. 12, 2006 @ 1:29 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

The latest chapter in the 3D Gauntlet saga is about to arrive with Seven Sorrows, boasting a new combo-oriented battle system and a brand new storyline. You can play it solo, but the real way to experience the Seven Sorrows is to play it with up to three other friends. Take your party and hack your way through hordes of enemies to put an end to the evil men who betrayed the Emperor, and destroy the unnatural Seven Sorrows that plague the land.

PS2 Review - 'True Crime: New York City'

by Tim "The Rabbit" Mithee on Jan. 12, 2006 @ 1:27 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

True Crime: New York City will follow another policeman through the meticulously re-created streets of a real-life metropolitan area. However, instead of the wisecracking LAPD detective Nick Kang, gamers will now play as Marcus Reed, a former gang member-turned-NYPD officer.

NDS Review - 'Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors 2'

by Geson Hatchett on Jan. 11, 2006 @ 1:18 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

The sequel to last year's top-selling Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors for GBA, Dragon Ball Z: Supersonic Warriors 2 is the first game from the franchise to be released for Nintendo's new handheld video game system and takes the interactive Dragon Ball fighting experience to new heights of handheld gameplay.

GameCube Review - 'Karaoke Revolution Party'

by Agustin on Jan. 10, 2006 @ 12:18 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

With over 50 songs, including all-new classic favorites and current smash hits, the fourth release in the incredibly popular series contains the largest library of music ever released in a Karaoke Revolution game.

GBA Review - 'Madden NFL 06'

by Katarani on Jan. 9, 2006 @ 12:51 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

The Madden NFL Football franchise has revolutionized its passing game—giving Madden NFL 06 the most groundbreaking and innovative offensive arsenal ever created. The new QB Vision Control lets you scan the field, look off defenders, and make perfect throws within your quarterback's unique field of vision. QB Precision Placement lets you put the ball exactly where you want it.

Xbox Review - 'The Chronicles of Narnia'

by Hugh McHarg on Jan. 9, 2006 @ 12:28 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

In order to end Narnia's 100 year winter by the evil powers of the malevolent White Witch and free his people, the mighty lion Aslan invokes an ancient prophecy. It will become the destiny of four siblings from our world: Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy Pevensie to work together and use their unique combat skills, weaponry and abilities to defeat the Witch and her armies to save Narnia.

Xbox 360 Review - 'FIFA 06: Road to FIFA World Cup'

by Thomas Leaf on Jan. 8, 2006 @ 12:59 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

FIFA 06: Road to FIFA World Cup is a game that immerses players into the emotional intensity of the next-generation football. Utilizing the power of the Xbox 360, fans will be able to revel in the world's most sophisticated representation of football ever.

PS2/Xbox/PC Review - 'Sniper Elite'

by Thomas Wilde on Jan. 7, 2006 @ 1:01 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Spring 1945: World War 2 is drawing to a close and the Russians and Germans are caught in a furious battle for a devastated Berlin. The cold war starts... As a sniper, recruited by the OSS (former CIA), it is the beginning of a lonely stealth mission in the Russian territory.

PS2 Review - 'Wild ARMS Alter Code: F'

by Bill Lange on Jan. 6, 2006 @ 12:53 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

In Wild ARMS Alter Code: F, a legendary retelling of the classic story, players assume the role three legendary heroes, Rudy, Jack and Cecilia, "Wanderers" who, unbeknownst to each other, are trying to save their world from demonic creatures intent on destroying it. They join forces to bring life back to a land on the verge of ruin.

Xbox Review - 'Shrek SuperSlam'

by Chad on Jan. 5, 2006 @ 12:42 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Shrek SuperSlam pits the characters from the Shrek franchise against each other in the only game that combines the twisted humor and pop culture parodies of the Shrek universe with the fast-paced action of a melee fighting game.