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Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
by EA Games

6.5
Diehard Harry Potter fans will like the Half-Blood Prince but it's unlikely that they'll love it.


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Game Name Sorted Ascending Platform Date Reviewed Review Rating Avg. Rating
S.C.S. Dangerous Waters
Sonalysts Combat Simulations Dangerous Waters is a deep and intelligent cerebral exercise
PC 03/31/2005 8.8 8.6
S.L.A.I. Steel Lancer Arena International
S.L.A.I.: Steel Lancer Arena International contains enough of the elements fans of battle mech games look for but then again it isn’t without its share of flaws
PS2 09/30/2005 7.0 7.0
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. is radioactive rareness
PC 04/18/2007 8.8 8.1
S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Clear Sky
Clear Skies offers a buggy but worthwhile return to the Zone
PC 10/28/2008 7.5 7.3
Sabre Wulf
Sabre Wulf is a rare gem that shines with originality and highly addictive platform fun for your Game Boy Advance
GBA 07/12/2004 8.5 7.8
SACRED 2: Fallen Angel
Sacred 2: Fallen Angel has a few stumbles, treads familiar themes, but still provides a measure of fun
PC 12/05/2008 7.5 6.4
SACRED 2: Fallen Angel
Gamers looking for a deep and involving dungeon crawler shouldn’t miss out on Sacred 2
PS3 05/26/2009 7.8 7.1
SACRED 2: Fallen Angel
Ascaron’s Diablo-inspired dungeon crawler gets the console treatment, but loses something in the translation.
360 05/06/2009 6.0 7.0
Sacred Gold
As if you needed to spend any more time in Arcaria, Sacred Gold adds a huge expansion to an already sizeable RPG
PC 08/26/2005 7.4 7.4
Sacred Underworld
An add-on worthy of the original
PC 09/21/2005 7.1 7.1
Safecracker
It’s the puzzles, dummy!
PC 09/06/2006 7.0 5.9
Safecracker
Puzzles can be fun on the Wii
WII 01/08/2009 7.0 5.0
Saint's Row
Aping all of the things we love about the Grand Theft Auto series, Saint’s Row is an Xbox 360 game that is definitely not very original but is still one hell of a fun ride
360 09/01/2006 8.7 8.4
Saint's Row 2
Rising above its flaws, Saint’s Row 2 is an addictively over-the-top sequel that proves that bigger is definitely better.
PS3 10/14/2008 9.0 8.2
Saints Row 2
Saints Row 2 brings in some truly crazy gameplay mechanics, but falls short due to technical issues.
360 10/14/2008 8.0 8.2
Salvo! 1.5
"Shiver me timbers, a naval turn based game set in the 17th-19th centuries."
PC 08/03/2005 6.8 5.8
Sam & Max : Season 1
Bad jokes attempt to save an average game.
WII 12/23/2008 7.0 7.0
Sam & Max Episode 1: Culture Shock
Former Child Star Criminals, Beware!
PC 01/23/2007 8.5 7.9
Sam & Max Episode 202: Moai Better Blues
Sam & Max are back, and though the humor treads a thin line at times, it may be the best episode in terms of puzzle integration
PC 01/23/2008 7.8 8.0
Sam & Max Episode 203: Night of the Raving Dead
Sam & Max fans may be a little disappointed with the overall humor, but if players treat this as a regular adventure game, they will find much to please
PC 02/18/2008 7.0 8.5
Sam & Max Episode 204: Chariot of the Dogs
Yay! Bosco is back!
PC 03/26/2008 8.5 8.7
Sam & Max Episode 205: What's New, Beelzebub?
Sam & Max go out in style!
PC 04/28/2008 9.0 8.9
Sam & Max Episode 3: The Mole, The Mob, and the Meatball
Anise Hollingshead
PC 01/31/2007 7.5 7.3
Sam & Max Episode 4: Abe Lincoln Must Die
Honest Abe takes on a worthy political opponent, Max the psycho rabbit.
PC 03/07/2007 8.5 8.1
Sam & Max Episode 5: Reality 2.0
Can Sam & Max survive a world of virtual reality?
PC 04/02/2007 8.5 8.3
Sam & Max Episode 6: Bright Side of the Moon
The End!
PC 05/08/2007 8.5 8.3
Sam & Max: Season 1
Great jumping beans from the fields to your chili, we have to save the world, Max!
PC 08/27/2007 8.5 8.5
Sam & Max: Season 2: Episode One: Ice Station Santa
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go
PC 11/15/2007 7.5 8.2
Samba De Amigo
!Tenemos una problema grande con Samba de Amigo!
WII 10/08/2008 7.0 7.1
Samurai Champloo: Sidetracked
Samurai Champloo is the most original take on hack-n-slash gaming since the first Onimusha
PS2 04/12/2006 7.5 7.3
Samurai Jack: The Amulet of Time
“Simply put, Samurai Jack is just no fun.”
GBA 03/27/2003 5.5 5.3
Samurai Jack:The Shadow of Aku
In Samurai Jack: The Shadow of Aku, the way of the samurai is an easy action/adventure game that just never gets challenging.
PS2 04/12/2004 6.0 5.2
Samurai Jack:The Shadow of Aku
Samurai Jack is like many of the great games you’ve already played.  If you want more of the same, proceed without caution.  Otherwise…
GC 03/29/2004 7.0 5.4
SAMURAI SHODOWN 5
Made for serious Samurai Showdown fans…and no one else
XB 02/03/2006 6.0 5.9
Samurai Warriors
Hack and Slash…in Japan!!
PS2 05/06/2004 8.7 7.3
Samurai Warriors
Samurai Warriors is an enjoyable Xbox arcade-style action title that combines role playing for a solid gaming experience
XB 07/16/2004 8.2 7.6
Samurai Warriors 2
Another year, another “Warriors” game
360 09/26/2006 5.3 4.9
Samurai Warriors 2
What you see is what you get
PS2 09/18/2006 6.8 5.3
Samurai Warriors 2 Empires
Yet another non-distinct entry to the Samurai Warriors series.
360 02/27/2007 5.5 6.1
Samurai Warriors 2 Empires
A bland button-masher with a side of strategy.
PS2 02/27/2007 5.0 5.8
Samurai Warriors Xtreme Legends
Samurai Warriors Xtreme Legends offers button-mashing, tactical combat at a furious pace, and it looks good doing it
PS2 11/04/2004 7.9 7.5
Samurai Warriors: State of War
Samurai Warriors: State of War for the PSP might not be a major improvement but this is the game to buy if you’re a fan of the series or missed the portable Dynasty Warriors game
PSP 03/20/2006 6.9 6.6
Samurai Western
When all is said and done, Samurai Western fails to stay fresh and entertaining to the point that gamers might not want to see this through to the very end
PS2 06/15/2005 6.5 5.5
SAS: Secure Tomorrow
In this game SAS stands for Super Average Shooter
PC 12/10/2008 6.5 6.3
Savage Moon
It's savage, I tell ya. Savage!
PS3 02/04/2009 7.7 6.8
Savage: The Battle for Newerth
It’s man versus beast in an all out online war for supremacy.
PC 09/16/2003 7.8 7.3
SBK Superbike World Championship
SBK offers a realistic superbike racing experience, but its bland visuals, monotonous gameplay, and touchy controls keep this one from crossing the finish line
360 04/30/2009 5.2 5.2
SBK Superbike World Championship
SBK: Superbike World Championship makes a valiant effort to claim victory in the hardcore sports genre, but falls way short.
PS3 05/04/2009 5.5 6.0
Scaler: The Shape Shifting Chameleon
The lizards…..they are everywhere!
XB 10/28/2004 7.7 7.3
Scarface The World is Yours
It’s funny what a good control scheme can do for a game and Scarface for the Wii definitely benefits from the Wii Remote and Nunchuk swinging action
WII 07/02/2007 8.2 7.7
Scarface The World is Yours
The world, chico, and everything in it.
XB 10/09/2006 8.5 7.9
Scarface The World is Yours
Scarface for the PS2 has enough style and substance to stand out among the many GTA clones already available and is faithful to the source material that is rich in story and great characters
PS2 10/09/2006 8.5 7.5
Scarface: Money. Power. Respect.
Lacking excitement and depth, Scarface is simply a decent strategy game you might want to check out if you love the movie
PSP 10/25/2006 6.2 6.2
Scene It? Box Office Smash
Lights, Camera, Action! Microsoft has served up a superb sequel to Scene It?
360 01/12/2009 7.5 7.4
Scene It? Lights, Camera, Action
Even though this is the definitive version of the popular board game, it’s missing some features that would make it a truly unavoidable 360 game.
360 11/12/2007 7.0 7.1
Science Papa
In the end, Science Papa for the Nintendo Wii can be fun at times but it’s easy to get bored with a game that is far too repetitive when it comes to the experiments
WII 08/24/2009 6.0 6.0
Scooby Doo Unmasked
As loveable as Scooby is even he isn’t able to rise above a linear platform game that, while a nice attempt, just makes for an average Nintendo DS adventure
NDS 12/08/2005 6.2 6.3
Scooby Doo Unmasked
Scooby Doo is working hard for those Scooby snacks, as all this platforming requires a lot of energy.
GC 10/25/2005 7.0 7.0
Scooby Doo Unmasked
Falling short in a number of things that could have very well made this one a really great platform game, Scooby-Doo! Unmasked is still the best Scooby game released thus far.
XB 10/06/2005 6.5 6.5
Scooby Doo Unmasked
It’s up to Scooby-Doo and Mystery Inc. to put together all the clues in Scooby’s newest platform game for PS2
PS2 10/13/2005 7.3 7.3
Scooby Doo Unmasked
Zoinks! There's a mystery to solve, and only a familiar special squad are up to the challenge.
GBA 10/10/2005 8.0 8.0
Scooby Doo! Who's Watching Who?
Clever, engaging, and will be worth every penny to a diehard Scooby fan
NDS 10/27/2006 7.1 7.0
Scooby Doo! Who's Watching Who?
Zoiks Scoob!
PSP 11/06/2006 7.4 5.6
Scooby-Doo 2 Monsters Unleashed
More like Scooby Doo-Doo.
GBA 04/14/2004 3.0 3.0
Scooby-Doo 2 Monsters Unleashed
It's definitely not going to appeal to most gamers, but Scooby Doo 2 might provide some fun for youngsters.
PC 04/13/2004 4.7 4.7
Scooby-Doo! Mystery Mayhem
“Mystery Mayhem does a fine job of capturing the feeling and atmosphere of the beloved TV series, but the overly simplistic gameplay is where the game falls short.”
PS2 03/30/2004 6.5 6.1
Scooby-Doo! Mystery Mayhem
Scooby-Doo and the gang return to scare up some classic Scooby-Doo action on the X-Box with Scooby-Doo!  Monster Mayhem.
XB 03/24/2004 6.0 6.4
Scooby-Doo! Mystery Mayhem
"Scooby-Doo and gang are back on the console scene in a new adventure, but it's not very exciting."
GC 03/24/2004 6.5 6.3
Scooby-Doo! Nights of 100 Frights!
“While the game may not offer any Xbox exclusives, what’s there should be enough for Scooby fans.”
XB 09/14/2003 8.0 6.8
Scooby-Doo: Mystery Mayhem
Scooby-Doo looks nice, but offers nothing original
GBA 10/13/2003 6.5 5.8
Scrabble
Scrabble, anyone?
NDS 05/01/2009 7.0 7.2
Scrabble Complete
The latest version of Scrabble for those who love playing those word tiles.
PC 10/11/2002 7.1 7.7
Scratches
Adventure game fans will enjoy the short, intense experience that is SCRATCHES
PC 03/03/2006 7.4 6.6
Scratches: Director's Cut
Turn out the lights and be prepared to be scared
PC 07/19/2007 7.5 7.0
Scribblenauts
5th Cell's charming and ambitious puzzler delivers the goods, but also a few disappointments along the way.
NDS 09/23/2009 8.2 8.2
Scurge: Hive
A terrific action/RPG that's a ton of fun to play.
NDS 11/06/2006 8.0 6.8
Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure
Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure makes a poor attempt to transform a mediocre documentary into interactive form
NDS 01/08/2008 4.5 4.2
SeaBlade
SeaBlade? It's more like SeaBad!
XB 12/03/2002 5.5 5.3
Search and Rescue Vietnam Med-Evac
"Probably the most realistic chopper sim to date."
PC 11/24/2002 8.5 8.5
SeaWorld Adventure Parks Tycoon 2
Choreograph the ultimate killer whale show with the new SeaWorld Tycoon 2, the latest themepark game offering.
PC 02/08/2005 7.0 7.0
SeaWorld: Shamu's Deep Sea Adventures
SeaWorld: Shamu’s Deep Sea Adventures is as mediocre as a video game can get when viewed as a whole
PS2 01/09/2006 6.8 6.8
Second Sight
Second Sight has a few faults, but the story is so good they are easily overlooked
PS2 09/21/2004 8.6 7.4
Second Sight
The saying goes “Hindsight is always 20/20” but with Second Sight even hindsight doesn’t solve everything
PC 03/08/2005 7.5 7.6
Secret Agent Barbie The Royal Jewels Mission
Parents who are looking for a non-violent, entertaining game for their younger children may want to look at Secret Agent Barbie
GBA 11/05/2002 7.3 7.4
Secret Agent Clank
Secret Agent Clank is a bit of a hit and miss game
PS2 06/08/2009 6.8 6.4
Secret Agent Clank
Secret Agent Clank is a charming and, at times, very fun platform-action game but Clank’s solo adventure runs into a number of problems that hold it back
PSP 06/23/2008 6.9 7.3
Secret Service Security Breach
What should be a slick military-esque game is merely bland and uninspired.
PC 02/19/2004 5.8 4.4
Secret Weapons Over Normandy
Secret Weapons Over Normandy offers gamers an excellent aircraft war game, with some unique options.
PC 11/18/2003 8.7 7.1
Secret Weapons Over Normandy
Secret Weapons Over Normandy is an amazing graphic and sound war machine that is thoroughly addictive
PS2 11/18/2003 9.5 8.3
Secrets of the Ark
Are you good at medieval?
PC 03/01/2007 7.5 7.4
Section 8
Taking a multiplayer-oriented approach, Section 8 is best played by online gamers
360 09/08/2009 8.1 7.5
Section 8
Time to engage the enemy!
PC 09/21/2009 7.0 7.5
Sega Arcade Gallery
Now you can enjoy Sega’s arcade classics anytime, anywhere.
GBA 06/10/2003 7.5 6.8
SEGA Bass Fishing
SEGA Bass Fishing is a lazy remake of the previous Dreamcast version, but still manages to provide some fun
WII 02/28/2008 6.5 6.2
SEGA Genesis Collection
Sega has narrowed down the Genesis’ immense library to 28 titles. The result is brilliance personified
PS2 01/03/2007 9.0 8.1
SEGA Genesis Collection
Sega Genesis Collection for the PSP is a dream come true for those who loved the incredible lineup of titles that made the Genesis such a great console
PSP 12/05/2006 8.5 8.3
Sega GT Online
Sega GT Online brings online racing to Sega GT 2002, but sadly the online features wreck on the first turn.
XB 02/12/2004 7.0 6.8
SEGA RALLY REVO
SEGA’s first rally game to come stateside in years is a fun, if a bit shallow arcade-style racer.
360 10/17/2007 7.5 7.2
Sega Rally Revo
Sega Rally Revo isn’t a fresh turn around every corner, but it’s still one of the best racing games released for the PS3 and Xbox 360 platforms
PS3 10/17/2007 8.3 7.4
Sega Rally Revo
Sega Rally Revo does a solid job in reviving the glorious legacy of the Sega Rally franchise
PSP 10/30/2007 7.6 7.4
Sega Rally Revo
SEGA Rally Revo hits the PC, offering an experience on par with the console versions.
PC 01/02/2008 7.5 6.4
Sega Sports(tm) NBA 2K3
Sega’s NBA 2K3 is such a great basketball simulation, it should have its own shoe endorsement.
XB 10/29/2002 8.9 8.8
Sega Sports(tm) NBA 2K3
Sega Sports has done it again and has brought sports fans a basketball title they can really sink their teeth into. 
PS2 10/22/2002 8.9 8.9
Sega Sports(tm) NBA 2K3
Sega’s NBA 2K3 is such a great basketball simulation, it should have its own shoe endorsement.
GC 11/07/2002 8.7 9.1
SEGA Sports(tm) NCAA® College Basketball 2K3
NCAA Basketball 2k3 is a great basketball game that provides the best game of college hoops this year.
GC 12/28/2002 9.0 8.6
SEGA Sports(tm) NCAA® College Basketball 2K3
With NCAA 2K3, Sega Sports has yet another brilliant and enjoyable basketball game that’s truly a class of its own. 
PS2 12/17/2002 8.9 8.4
Sega Sports(tm) NHL® 2K3
Hockey never looked so good!
GC 12/27/2002 9.0 9.0
Sega Sports(tm) NHL® 2K3
Sega Sports has done it again, NHL 2K3 is an exhilarating and challenging hockey game with enough action to keep sports fans on the ice for hours.
XB 12/04/2002 9.0 9.1
Sega Sports(tm) NHL® 2K3
If you’re looking for a spectacular hockey title that deliciously blends realism with intense arcade-styled action, NHL 2K3 is the game to buy. 
PS2 11/24/2002 8.8 8.7
Sega Sports(tm) World Series® Baseball 2K3
Take me out to the ballgame?  Forget that; just let me play World Series Baseball 2K3 from Sega Sports!
XB 03/26/2003 9.3 8.9
Sega Sports(tm) World Series® Baseball 2K3
World Series Baseball 2K3 is baseball at its most purest form and sports fans everywhere will more than thoroughly enjoy this one. 
PS2 03/21/2003 9.0 8.8
SEGA SuperStars for EyeToy
The biggest stars in Sega’s stable come together in a collection of games for the Sony EyeToy with Sega Superstars
PS2 11/30/2004 8.3 7.1
SEGA Superstars Tennis
Sega Superstars Tennis is a few stars short of Virtua Tennis quality
PS3 03/31/2008 5.5 5.7
SEGA Superstars Tennis
There’s a lot to like about Sega Superstars Tennis, but not enough to keep you coming back for more after the initial entertainment
360 04/07/2008 6.9 6.3
Sega Superstars Tennis
Sega brings out the big and little guns for a tennis game that secretly wants to be a party game
NDS 03/27/2008 6.6 5.8
SENTINEL Descendants in Time
Just what the heck is going on!!
PC 01/24/2005 8.0 6.2
Serious Sam II
Like its predecessor, Serious Sam 2 is a fun and mindless romp, but the experience does get a little redundant
PC 11/08/2005 8.0 7.1
Serious Sam Next Encounter
A Seriously fast and furious FPS title for the PS2.
PS2 04/27/2004 7.1 6.0
Serious Sam Next Encounter
A frantic, relentless exercise in the utter destruction of an alien menace, turn your brain off.
GC 04/28/2004 6.7 6.3
Seven Kingdoms: Conquest
Seven Kingdoms Conquest offers average strategy for an average gaming session
PC 04/11/2008 5.5 3.1
Seven Samurai 20XX
Another movie to game translation….
PS2 03/24/2004 6.7 5.3
Shade: Wrath of Angels
Tomb raider it ain't!
PC 11/05/2004 5.6 4.4
Shadow Complex
Shadow Complex is one of the most exciting, ambitious and downright entertaining downloadable titles ever to exist
360 08/17/2009 9.0 8.9
Shadow Hearts 3: From the New World
With an impressive third release, the Shadow Hearts series has now officially joined the ranks of the RPG elite
PS2 03/17/2006 8.5 7.7
Shadow Hearts: Covenant
Shadow Hearts: Covenant is an exceedingly enjoyable RPG that’s both captivating and addictive enough to keep fans of the genre more than satisfied. 
PS2 10/05/2004 9.2 8.5
Shadow of Rome
If this were a golf simulator, all the players would shout GORE! 
PS2 02/08/2005 7.5 7.0
Shadow of the Colossus
An adventure game bred from something different, Shadow of the Colossus is the first game in the genre to make a huge impact since The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of Time.
PS2 10/19/2005 9.6 9.0
Shadow Ops: Red Mercury
Shadow Ops: Red Mercury is a game with tons of action and all the right first-person shooter elements but sadly these things are all weakened by its flaws.
XB 07/05/2004 7.5 6.4
Shadowbane: The Rise of Chaos
Shadowbane expansion adds new challenges but does little to correct old problems
PC 01/22/2004 6.8 5.9
Shadowgate
Shadowgate harkens back to a long-lost genre and should be a nice exercise in nostalgia for old-school adventure gamers
MB 08/22/2005 8.0 8.0
Shadowgrounds
There's something vaguely familiar about this title
PC 04/27/2006 7.5 7.4
Shadowgrounds Survivor
Arguably the best bang for your gaming buck
PC 12/03/2007 7.7 7.8
Shadowrun
Shadowrun is a great premise diminished by a lofty price point
360 06/11/2007 7.5 6.7
Shadowrun
Mired by some annoyances, Shadowrun is a good first effort to combine online competition between PCs and Xbox 360 users using an action FPS as the setting.
PC 06/14/2007 6.9 6.5
Shady O' Grady's Rising Star
A great concept, Rising Star loses a lot in the gameplay.
PC 03/21/2007 6.0 5.0
Shaman King: Legacy of the Spirits, Soaring Hawk
Shaman King Legacy of the Spirits: Soaring Hawk tries to bring us something fresh but fails in almost every aspect
GBA 02/23/2005 6.5 6.4
Shaman King: Legacy of the Spirits, Sprinting Wolf
Shaman King Legacy of the Spirits: Sprinting Wolf tries to bring us something fresh but fails in almost every aspect but at least this version is just a wee bit more worthy of your attention
GBA 02/23/2005 6.6 6.5
Shark Tale
Get down with that hip fish, Oscar, from Shark Tale!
PC 10/18/2004 7.3 5.3
Shark Tale
While the simplistic nature of the game may turn off some gamers, fans of the movie should have a fun time.
XB 10/08/2004 7.0 6.9
Shark Tale
Get down with that hip fish, Oscar, from Shark Tale!
GC 10/08/2004 7.5 7.6
Shark Tale
There's no doubt that kids will enjoy Shark Tale, but there's not enough variety to keep the older crowd hooked.
PS2 10/07/2004 7.1 7.1
Shark Tale
Behind every little fish is a great white lie.  And behind most movies is a disappointing game.
GBA 10/02/2004 5.0 5.0
Shattered Galaxy
“RTS coupled with RPG in concert with a 100,000 player massive multiplayer experience”
PC 09/26/2001 8.0 7.9
Shattered Union
Reunify America in this Turn-based 3D tactical war game!
PC 11/09/2005 7.8 7.0
Shaun the Sheep
With a name like Shaun the Sheep, who wouldn’t be interested in this peculiar DS title?
NDS 10/06/2008 6.7 6.0
Shaun White Snowboarding
Shaun White Snowboarding might be a game designed for all ages, but the Ubisoft developed downhill expose’ is not optimized best on every single system
NDS 12/08/2008 7.0 6.7
Shaun White Snowboarding
The snow melts before the boarders hit the mountain making this a mediocre snowboarding game
360 12/11/2008 6.7 6.4
Shaun White Snowboarding
A mixed bag of elements that are either very cool, frustrating or bland, Shaun White Snowboarding doesn't live up to the expectation of becoming the new snowboarding champion.
PS3 11/25/2008 7.3 6.5
Shaun White Snowboarding
Shaun White Snowboarding may satisfy some players but won't enthrall every fan of the sport.
PSP 12/01/2008 7.0 7.0
Shaun White Snowboarding: Road Trip
From the moment you touch the Wii remote or Balance Board, Shaun White Snowboarding feels great.
WII 12/02/2008 8.3 8.2
Sheep
Get The Flock Out Of Here!
PC 12/18/2000 7.0 7.3
ShellShock: Nam'67
Grab your weapons and prepare to enter the action and killing that was in the Vietnam War.
PS2 10/13/2004 6.8 5.7
ShellShock: Nam'67
All the things we look for and love about war games is not present in Shellshock: Nam ’67 and that includes the realism of the war itself. 
XB 10/15/2004 6.0 5.8
Shenmue II
With it’s mixing of genres and brilliant story, Shenmue II is an unforgettable experience gamers should not miss. 
XB 11/04/2002 8.7 8.3
Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper
The game’s afoot, but the handy map will keep those dogs from getting too tired!
PC 06/10/2009 7.5 7.3
Sherlock Holmes: Nemesis
The famous detective returns in this point-and-click adventure to take on a well-known adversary.
PC 05/15/2008 7.3 6.3
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened
The game’s afoot!
PC 10/01/2007 8.5 7.6
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner
Injects some frenetic action into the Shin Megami Tensei franchise!
PS2 10/10/2006 8.6 7.1
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner 2: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. King Abaddon
Atlus proves once again that, for RPG fans at least, the PS2 is far from dead
PS2 05/29/2009 8.9 7.9
Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor
The latest SMT game combines strategy elements with RPG gameplay.
NDS 06/23/2009 8.0 8.1
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga takes a dark and edgy concept and then gives it a soft, standardized treatment
PS2 03/22/2005 7.5 7.7
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2 is a grim and moody RPG that still holds its concept tightly to stand above recent releases in the same genre.
PS2 10/27/2005 8.6 7.8
Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne
Gear up for a new line of RPG’s in which you will find allies in the most peculiar places and discover what has become of the world as you knew it.
PS2 11/22/2004 8.6 8.3
Shin Megami Tensei: Persona
Whether you've played Persona before or are playing it for the first time on PSP, it's hard to deny that this is one of the best RPGs of the year
PSP 09/04/2009 8.2 7.3
Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3
If you like games that step outside the bounds of normality – games that defy reality and present the strangest imagery imaginable – Persona 3 is your RPG
PS2 07/23/2007 7.9 8.7
Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 FES
The days may be getting longer and warmer, but if you’re a fan of RPGs, Persona 3: FES is a great excuse to stay inside.
PS2 04/07/2008 8.0 9.0
Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 4
Persona 4 couldn’t be anymore striking of an RPG even if it tried
PS2 12/01/2008 8.7 9.3
Shining Force EXA
Shining Force EXA is a light, action-heavy RPG that feels a lot like the game that preceded it.
PS2 03/25/2007 7.0 6.9
Shining Stars: Super Starcade
Four words: for young kids only
NDS 07/30/2008 6.0 5.8
Shining Tears
Fans of the Shining series will probably be crying a tear of anguish for Shining Tears on PS2
PS2 04/08/2005 6.0 5.9
Shinobi
“The game has a few frustrating flaws, but all in all fans of the series should ultimately be satisfied.”
PS2 11/22/2002 8.0 7.6
Ship Simulator 2006
Every ship needs a captain.
PC 08/28/2006 5.7 6.8
Shogun: Total War
Shogun Total War is a rich, dynamic program full of history and accented with multiple challenges that will keep any RTS player on his or her toes.
PC 06/23/2000 9.5 8.3
Showdown: Legends of Wrestling
Large, overly muscled, sweaty men of yore wrasslin’ in their Underoos can only mean one thing, Showdown: Legends of Wrestling has been unleashed.
PS2 08/19/2004 5.0 6.0
Showdown: Legends of Wrestling
It’s great to have so many wrestlers crammed into one game.  It would have been great to have gameplay that wasn’t typical.
XB 07/19/2004 6.5 5.8
Showtime Championship Boxing
Showtime Championship Boxing for the Nintendo Wii doesn’t deliver the right punch to make this a boxing game worthy of Nintendo’s innovative hardware
WII 01/08/2008 4.5 4.5
Shox
Shox is a little rough around the edges, but overall it's an entertaining game.
PS2 11/23/2002 7.6 7.9
Shrek 2: The Game
An “ogrely” good time.
PS2 05/10/2004 8.0 6.6
Shrek 2: The Game
Just in time for the new movie, guide Shrek and friends as they delve into the magical land of “Far Far Away” in Shrek 2
XB 05/14/2004 8.5 6.6
Shrek 2: The Game
At last, a Shrek game that delivers!
GC 05/14/2004 7.8 6.8
Shrek 2: The Game
Shrek 2 provides comedy similar to the movie, but gameplay that is stuck in the swamp.
PC 07/19/2004 5.9 5.1
Shrek SuperSlam
Activision always comes through with their kids titles. Shrek 2 was a fun engaging game and the same can be said for Shrek SuperSlam
PS2 11/17/2005 7.8 7.2
Shrek SuperSlam
Shrek SuperSlam provides fun on a family level but may not satisfy the melee smash’em cravings of more experienced gamers
PC 11/10/2005 7.0 6.4
Shrek SuperSlam
Slaphappy fun for everyone
GC 11/14/2005 7.6 6.9
Shrek SuperSlam
Shrek SuperSlam is lighthearted fun that is a treat for the eyes
XB 10/26/2005 8.3 7.4
Shrek SuperSlam
Shrek's back for more beat-'em-up action
NDS 11/02/2005 6.5 5.8
Shrek The Third
Oh, how the times change!
PC 05/24/2007 7.0 5.9
Shrek The Third
For kids with patience of steel.
GBA 05/14/2007 6.7 5.8
Shrek The Third
Pow! Wham! Crash! is the theme.
WII 05/15/2007 6.5 5.9
Shrek The Third
An Ogre’s work is never done
360 05/16/2007 6.9 5.8
Shrek The Third
Shrek the Third is another example of a weak tie-in game trying to cash in on its license.
PSP 06/14/2007 6.0 5.6
Shrek: Ogres and Dronkeys
Shrek: Ogres and Dronkeys is an opportunity lost
NDS 11/15/2007 6.0 6.3
Shrek: Reekin' Havoc
Shrek and Fiona (no Donkey) are busy jumping and fighting again in this semi-sequel to Shrek: Hassle at the Castle.
GBA 08/18/2003 6.0 6.0
Shrine Circus Tycoon
Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my! Find ‘em all and much more in Shrine Circus Tycoon.
PC 08/25/2004 7.5 5.5
Sid Meier’s Civilization IV: Colonization
Ooowhee! More Civ!
PC 10/16/2008 8.5 8.3
Sid Meier's Civilization III
Its good to be King (of the world)
PC 12/04/2001 9.1 9.0
Sid Meier's Civilization III Gold Edition
One of the greatest Turn Based Strategy game series gets another sequel.
PC 12/03/2003 9.0 9.0
Sid Meier's Civilization III: Conquests
A new expansion pack for Civilization III has been released, yippee!
PC 12/04/2003 8.7 8.4
Sid Meier's Civilization IV
The best Civilization game yet
PC 11/21/2005 9.6 9.2
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword
Eat? Sleep? Bah, that’s what caffeine is for!
PC 08/15/2007 9.0 8.5
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Complete Edition
The zen of completeness
PC 08/26/2009 9.6 9.6
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords
Just when I thought I was going to be able to relax between summer and fall classes, Civilization IV Warlords came in the mail. “Nuff said.
PC 08/11/2006 8.5 8.3
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution
Conquering the world one step at a time
MB 08/18/2009 8.7 7.6
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution
Fitting right at home on the console, Civilization Revolution is a genuinely addictive simulator that will not fail to impress and please fans of the Civ series
360 07/22/2008 8.9 8.2
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution
While not without some flaws, Civilization Revolution is a solid portable entry to the long-running franchise.
NDS 07/03/2008 7.5 8.2
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution
Sid Meier's Civilization Revolution is tailor made for the PS3
PS3 07/03/2008 8.7 8.0
Sid Meier's Pirates
Without a doubt, Sid Meier’s Pirates! is just one of those rare gems that make you glad you own an Xbox
XB 07/21/2005 9.0 8.0
Sid Meier's Pirates
If anything, Sid Meier’s Pirates! is still a charming and very entertaining game that translates perfectly on the PSP
PSP 02/05/2007 9.0 8.2
Sid Meier's Pirates
Sid Meier’s Pirates! blends many gaming styles into a grand adventure on the high seas
PC 01/06/2005 8.9 8.8
Sid Meier's Railroads!
In Railroads, sometimes you really can’t get there from here
PC 11/05/2006 7.8 7.2
Sigma Star Saga
Sigma Star Saga is worth the time it takes to play through it once you understand that it’s not all shooter fun
GBA 08/26/2005 7.4 6.5
Silent Hill 2
Silent Hill 2 finally comes to the PC, bringing some of the most horrifying and shocking gameplay and movies of any title to date.
PC 12/26/2002 8.1 6.5
Silent Hill 3
“It’s a nice place to visit, but I wouldn’t want to live there”.
PC 12/18/2003 8.0 7.3
Silent Hill 3
Silent Hill 3 isn't the game that'll turn people into survival/horror maniacs, but there's little doubt that SH fans will be pleased. 
PS2 08/11/2003 8.5 8.5
Silent Hill 4: The Room
The Room is a frightening and disturbing jaunt even with its number of flaws you’ll encounter along the way, but it is definitely a jaunt well worth taking.
XB 09/21/2004 8.0 7.9
Silent Hill 4: The Room
If you really want to be scared, don't watch a movie, play this bad boy instead.
PC 10/25/2004 8.0 7.1
Silent Hill 4: The Room
The gameplay hasn’t changed too drastically, but Silent Hill is still at the top of its game when it comes to delivering chills.
PS2 10/27/2004 8.9 8.0
Silent Hill Experience
PSP 04/11/2006 8.0 8.1
Silent Hill Origins
Silent Hill 0rigins impressively brings all the elements we love about the Silent Hill franchise to a portable format that works wonderfully
PSP 11/19/2007 8.5 7.9
Silent Hill Origins
See the beginnings of the horrors of Silent Hill, now on your PS2
PS2 04/18/2008 7.8 6.9
Silent Hill: Homecoming
Not the sequel that every Silent Hill fan will want to own
PS3 10/29/2008 6.5 7.2
Silent Hunter III
Being a submarine commander never felt so good!
PC 03/28/2005 8.6 9.0
Silent Scope Complete
While the series does show its age, this is still one of the most entertaining shooting games around. 
XB 02/22/2004 7.5 7.0
Silent Storm
Silent Storm tackles the world of turn-based strategy with RPG elements and does a solid job
PC 01/12/2004 8.0 8.3
Silverfall
Silverfall has a few shortcomings, but is still a decent RPG hack 'n slash
PC 03/28/2007 7.3 6.6
SimCity 3000 Unlimited
This is one program that is not only well-thought out, but designed to optimize the gaming experience.
PC 06/13/2000 9.5 7.9
SimCity 4
The Wright way.
PC 01/27/2003 8.3 7.9
SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition
For people with control issues, this is the perfect outlet to unleash all their micro-management zeal.
PC 11/06/2003 8.9 9.1
SimCity 4: Rush Hour
Stupid Traffic!!! GRRRRRR!
PC 10/07/2003 8.6 7.7
SimCity Creator
SimCity Still Going Strong
WII 10/02/2008 7.0 6.2
SimCity Creator
Is That a Metropolis in Your Pocket?
NDS 10/20/2008 8.3 6.7
SimCity Societies
SimCity Societies takes the simulation franchise in a bright and bold direction, and delivers with great graphics and entertainment value
PC 11/13/2007 8.7 6.4
SimCity Societies Destinations
SimCity Societies Destinations offers nice shiny new toys, but fails to make the game a deeper experience
PC 06/26/2008 7.8 7.2
Simpson's Road Rage
Ole Monty Burns is spreading havoc in Springfield again. This time, it's up the Simpsons family to save the town.
GBA 07/22/2003 5.5 5.3
SiN Episode 1: Emergence
The new SiN makes great use of Valve’s Source Engine, but does succumb to a few nasty flaws
PC 05/31/2006 7.5 7.7
Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas
It may be a sin, but it isn't that bad.
PC 11/11/2003 7.0 6.1
SINGLES Flirt Up Your Life
Singles borrows a lot from The Sims while maintaining it’s own gimmicks, and while it’s a solid game, it can become quite tedious
PC 06/22/2004 6.8 5.9
SingStar
SingStar arrives on the PS3 and with some new online components, this is the best version yet
PS3 05/21/2008 8.2 8.1
SingStar 80's
SingStar 80s is not overly indicative of the musical scope of the time frame, but still has catchy tunes that are fun to sing
PS2 09/04/2007 7.8 7.4
Singstar 90's
SingStar 90s is a swing but a bit of a miss when it comes to karaoke-ified tunes from the 1990s
PS2 02/25/2008 7.0 7.4
SingStar ABBA
SingStar ABBA for the PS2 is an abbreviated list of what is offered on the PS3 and that’s about it
PS2 11/25/2008 7.0 6.6
SingStar ABBA
SingStar ABBA offers nothing new other than a song list
PS3 11/25/2008 7.0 6.9
SingStar Amped
SingStar Amped is a solid journey of power-rock anthems from the late 60s to now
PS2 09/04/2007 7.9 7.6
SingStar Country
SingStar Country fills a long-awaited void in the franchise and offers up a good selection of songs
PS2 10/14/2008 7.5 7.7
SingStar Legends
SingStar Legends fall short in terms of song length and the ‘legendary’ status
PS2 10/14/2008 7.0 7.6
SingStar Pop
A game that should be brought to every party
PS2 03/30/2007 7.8 7.2
SingStar Pop Volume 2
SingStar Pop Vol. 2 is a rehash that offers not much new to the genre and the song mix is not that varied
PS2 09/30/2008 6.8 7.1
SingStar Queen
SingStar Queen adds a new control feature while offering up the vocal creativity of Queen
PS3 07/24/2009 7.8 7.3
SingStar Rocks!
Singstar Rocks! is not innovative but it does have a solid dose of multiplayer fun
PS2 11/22/2006 7.8 6.9
SingStar Vol 2
SingStar Vol. 2 offers some nice diversity and great tunes
PS3 10/14/2008 8.0 7.8
Sinking Island
Sinking Island has an intriguing concept, but it doesn’t pan out.
PC 09/18/2008 6.5 6.2
Sins of a Solar Empire
The only true sin is having to stop to sleep
PC 03/12/2008 9.0 8.8
Sins of a Solar Empire: Entrenchment
Time to start "sinning" again...
PC 03/02/2009 8.7 7.1
Siren
Game flow issues interrupt what might have been a truly outstanding tension-filled horror-survival experience
PS2 04/13/2004 7.8 7.4
SIREN: Blood Curse
Sony’s uber-creepy survival horror game shows up on the PS3 in downloadable episodes.
PS3 08/03/2008 8.0 7.4
Sitting Ducks
Sitting Ducks is an over-simplified GBA title that should be targeted for a very young crowd
GBA 07/20/2004 5.0 4.0
Six Flags Fun Park
This park needs renovations
WII 04/06/2009 5.3 4.6
skate
skate does some truly great things with the skateboarding genre when it comes to the controls, but the shallow gameplay leaves something to be desired.
360 09/28/2007 8.5 8.5
Skate 2
Destined to be a true skating classic, Skate 2 is not only a great skating game but it’s a large step forward for the city to the point that it overshadows the original
PS3 02/04/2009 8.0 8.2
Skate 2
Skate 2 hits the board with a few new tricks.
360 01/23/2009 8.0 8.2
Skate City Heroes
A better named would have been Skate City Zero
WII 01/06/2009 5.2 5.2
Skate It
Skate It brings a fresh gameplay and control structure to the genre and to Nintendo Wii.
WII 11/24/2008 8.6 7.8
Ski Resort Extreme
The season is upon us, but do you need something to help keep you in the mood between costly visits to the slopes?
PC 11/09/2004 7.0 6.6
Skies of Arcadia Legends
Will this Dreamcast RPG still be good on the GameCube?
GC 02/05/2003 9.0 8.6
Sly 2: Band of Thieves
Sly 2: Band of Thieves is adventure gaming at its finest
PS2 09/14/2004 9.1 8.9
Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves
Sly refined, Sly upgraded, Sly that plays with the same high-quality goodness as the first
PS2 09/23/2005 9.3 8.3
Smart Bomb
A bomb of a game
PSP 06/03/2005 4.2 4.2
Smarty Pants: Trivia Fun for Everyone
Nyah, nyah, nyah, you don't know...
WII 12/11/2007 7.4 6.1
Smash Cars
The little technical problems this game suffers from are not enough to conceal the addictive RC racing fun Smash Cars offers. 
PS2 08/27/2003 7.5 7.5
Smash Court Tennis 3
Utterly flawed and devoid of any real excitement, Smash Court Tennis 3 for the Xbox 360 feels like a by-the-numbers game of tennis that fails to do the sport justice
360 08/26/2008 5.0 5.2
Smash Court Tennis 3
Smash Court Tennis 3 scores decent marks for its excitement level but loses points on gameplay responsiveness, problematic AI, and a troublesome presentation
PSP 07/24/2007 6.7 6.9
Sneak King
What could possibly be more fun than to hide in the bushes and jump out at unsuspecting victims with a fistful of food? Oh... about a million other things.
XB 12/06/2006 5.0 5.9
Sneakers
Turf wars have never been so cute and furry, nor this family friendly.
XB 10/29/2002 7.2 4.1
Sniper Elite
For those who always wished for a true sniper action game, Sniper Elite not only delivers the goods but is also a fun game worth playing. 
XB 10/26/2005 8.0 7.7
SNK ARCADE CLASSICS Volume 1
A solid collection of titles that span several different genres.
WII 08/26/2008 7.5 7.6
SNK ARCADE CLASSICS Volume 1
The first volume in the SNK Arcade Classics compilation series for the PlayStation 2 is filled with juicy classics that don’t run as smoothly as they should on this advanced console
PS2 05/19/2008 6.9 7.3
SNK VS CAPCOM CARD FIGHTERS
The initial charm might have worn off but Card Fighters DS is still a fun experience for SNK and Capcom junkies
NDS 05/15/2007 6.3 3.9
SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos
Hardcore 2D gamers shouldn’t miss out on the action included within SVC Chaos: SNK vs. Capcom. 
XB 10/22/2004 7.8 5.9
Snood 2: On Vacation
Snood 2: On Vacation offers simple puzzles in familiar gameplay
GBA 12/28/2005 6.0 6.0
Snood Blaster
Part Bust a Move, part super-simple apartment simulator, Snood Blaster is a puzzler of grander-than-mobile proportions – built specifically for your mobile phone
MB 04/16/2008 7.9 7.6
Snoopy vs. the Red Baron
A light-hearted and entertaining aerial combat adventure.
PS2 11/01/2006 7.7 7.2
SOCOM 3: U.S. Navy SEALs
Fire in the hole!  Pull up flank!  Butterbean357, you got one on your six!  Honey, I need another coke!
PS2 10/19/2005 8.6 8.4
SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs
I love the smell of Napalm in the morning! 
PS2 11/18/2003 9.0 8.6
SOCOM US Navy Seals Fire Team Bravo
There’s no doubt about it, SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo for the PSP is the real Must Have game of the year for anyone who owns a PSP
PSP 11/07/2005 9.0 8.3
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Combined Assault
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Combined Assault doesn’t change its original formula but it does add some juicy extras that make this a seriously addictive shooter.
PS2 11/18/2006 8.8 7.2
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation
Technically flawed in almost every way, SOCOM: Confrontation is one of those games that would have made for an amazing online experience if it weren’t for its problems
PS3 11/03/2008 6.5 6.2
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 2
Fireteam Bravo 2 is not only a major improvement over the first portable SOCOM game but it is also the best game the series has produced thus far.
PSP 11/06/2006 9.0 7.9
SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Tactical Strike
SOCOM revisits the PSP in tactical strategy form.
PSP 11/05/2007 7.5 7.2
SolaRola
Part puzzler and part action-platformer, Sola Rola is an addictive and fun game that’s worth a look from mobile gamers.
MB 01/21/2008 9.0 9.5
Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix
Unfortunately, Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix misses the mark in too many areas and doesn’t come close to the far more superior PC version of the game. 
XB 06/30/2003 6.8 6.6
Soldier of Fortune: Pay Back
Soldier of Fortune: Payback does not strive to be unique or interesting and what fun you will have is interrupted by its recycled gameplay mechanics and repetitive action
PS3 12/06/2007 6.0 5.1
Soldiers: Heroes of World War II
While certainly a solid entry to the genre, Soldiers does little to separate itself from the herd.
PC 06/29/2004 7.9 7.9
Soldner - Secret Wars
Soldner is a great idea and a great concept that unfortunately falls short at the finish line
PC 07/16/2004 5.2 4.0
Solid Spheres Deluxe
Addictive, challenging puzzle fun that will provide hours of solving pleasure.
PC 02/10/2004 8.5 8.5
Solitaire Overload
When they say “overload,” buddy, they’re not kidding.
NDS 11/26/2007 8.0 7.9
SolSuite 2004
Just what I needed, another reason to play instead of work.
PC 02/24/2004 8.5 8.5
SONG SUMMONER: The Unsung Heroes
This song need not be summoned
MB 07/30/2008 4.0 4.0
Sonic Advance 2
If you’re into four-player GBA fun, this is really the game to buy.
GBA 03/30/2003 8.0 8.0
Sonic Advance 3
Sonic Advance 3 just goes to prove that our favorite little blue hedgehog is still at the top of its game when it comes to delivering platforming goodness on our GBA. 
GBA 06/13/2004 9.0 7.9
Sonic Adventure(tm) DX Director's Cut
Faster than a Speeding Bullet!!
GC 06/24/2003 8.3 5.8
Sonic and the Black Knight
Sonic looks good on the Wii but the gameplay is lacking
WII 03/16/2009 5.8 5.8
Sonic and the Secret Rings
While not without some glaring flaws, Sonic’s Wii-exclusive adventure has him doing what he does best while taking advantage of what the system can do.
WII 02/23/2007 7.5 6.6
Sonic Battle
For Sonic fans looking for a something really different in a Sonic game, look no further than Sonic Battle.
GBA 01/30/2004 7.8 7.2
Sonic Gems Collection
Many of these games haven't aged too well, but this is a must-have for any Sonic fan
GC 08/23/2005 7.0 7.1
Sonic Heroes
Sonic Heroes on the PC is pretty much the same game that hit consoles a year ago, warts and all.
PC 01/20/2005 7.0 7.3
Sonic Heroes
Sonic Heroes is a graphically sterling Xbox title, and while the game play is fast-paced, the content is a retread
XB 01/30/2004 7.4 7.6
Sonic Heroes
Sonic treads new ground graphically in Sonic Heroes, but the overall game play is average
PS2 01/30/2004 7.3 6.7
Sonic Heroes
Sonic is back in an all-new adventure.
GC 01/20/2004 8.0 6.8
Sonic Mega Collection
Sonic Mega Collection is a perfect GameCube conversion of seven classic Sonic games.  The controls are top-notch -- even the thumbstick is usable, and it works flawlessly.
GC 11/21/2002 8.8 7.4
Sonic Mega Collection Plus
Old fans and new fans have a nearly complete package of classic Sonic games with Sonic Mega Collection Plus.
PS2 11/22/2004 7.7 7.5
Sonic Riders
Sonic Riders isn't quite the pick-up-and-play racing game blue hedgehog fans were waiting for
PS2 02/21/2006 7.0 5.7
Sonic Riders
The little blue guy with the spiky hair takes to the air
GC 03/03/2006 7.0 5.8
Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity
Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity for the PlayStation 2 just doesn’t cut it as a racing game but thanks to some changes it does manage to be just a wee bit fun
PS2 01/22/2008 5.5 5.5
Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity
Embracing speed one lap at a time
WII 01/18/2008 5.9 5.5
Sonic Rivals 2
Doesn’t rival Sonic’s previous adventures
PSP 11/26/2007 6.0 5.8
Sonic The Hedgehog
Sadly, Sonic the Hedgehog doesn’t make a great debut on the Xbox 360 and its problems really make this a platform game that falls short on so many levels
360 01/05/2007 4.5 4.3
Sonic Unleashed
The time of day makes all the difference in the world
360 12/01/2008 7.1 5.6
Sonic Unleashed
How fast is fast?
WII 11/25/2008 7.5 7.0
Sonic's Ultimate Genesis Collection
Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection for the Xbox 360 is one of those collections that should not be missed by any gamer whether or not you grew up with these games
360 02/17/2009 9.0 8.3
SonicN
Sonic speeds onto the Nokia N-Gage!
NG 11/04/2003 7.3 5.7
Soul Bubbles
A grand action/puzzler for those who truly mean it when they say, “I want something unique.”
NDS 07/10/2008 8.6 8.0
Soul Calibur II
Soul Calibur II will have you glued to your Xbox controller and have you loving every minute of it. 
XB 09/02/2003 9.3 9.2
Soul Nomad & the World Eaters
A game you’ll watch more than you play
PS2 09/25/2007 6.2 7.2
Soul Ride
Soul Ride has some graphical setbacks, but runs over a terrific 3D downhill course.
PC 12/21/2000 7.0 5.7
SoulCalibur II
Soul Calibur 2 is the "Tekken Tag" of the series.  It has virtually every “Soul” character, a few new ones, an exclusive character, brand-new play modes and new fighting moves.
PS2 08/30/2003 9.7 9.1
SoulCalibur II
Awesome cannot even begin to describe this game!
GC 09/02/2003 9.5 9.3
Soulcalibur IV
NAMCO’s weapons-based fighting series hits the PS3.
PS3 08/04/2008 8.5 8.4
Soulcalibur IV
The soul still burns, just not as brightly as it once did
360 08/01/2008 7.9 8.3
Soulcalibur Legends
Exceeding the waggle-limit, “Legends” is anything but legendary
WII 12/04/2007 5.5 4.6
SOULCALIBUR: Broken Destiny
Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny for the PSP is an impressive portable fighting game that is just as amazing and just as addictive as the console games
PSP 09/09/2009 8.5 7.8
Space Ace Blu-ray
An exercise in repetitiveness.
PS3 06/04/2008 3.8 6.4
SPACE BUST-A-MOVE
Everyone’s favorite bubble blowin dinosaurs, Bob and Bub, are back again for another entertaining adventure for the DS
NDS 08/10/2009 7.5 7.7
Space Channel 5 Special Edition
Ulala is back and dancing it up with some old and new friends.
PS2 12/05/2003 8.9 7.9
Space Channel 5 Ulala’s Cosmic Attack
Left, right, left, right, shoot, shoot, shoot!
GBA 07/13/2003 6.9 5.2
Space Colony
While not without its flaws, Space Colony is a fun and innovative strategy title.
PC 10/28/2003 8.3 7.7
Space Empires V
Space Empires V takes customization to a whole new level!
PC 11/14/2006 7.0 6.9
Space Empires: Starfury
Take command of a vessel traversing the wide-open expanse of the Space Empires universe.
PC 10/26/2003 7.0 6.2
Space Hack
When aliens hijack a colony ship bound for new worlds its time for a hero to rise to the occasion
PC 02/06/2006 6.8 6.4
Space Interceptor: Project Freedom
Never give up, never surrender!
PC 11/16/2004 8.2 7.0
Space Invaders Extreme
Space Invaders Extreme for the PSP is a retooled and brilliant update of a timeless classic that is now a game you will seriously not want to put down
PSP 06/26/2008 8.0 8.1
Space Invaders Extreme
Space Invaders Extreme proves that everything old is new again with a quality re-imaging of a 30-year-old title
NDS 07/01/2008 8.8 8.5
SPACE INVADERS EXTREME 2
Although the gameplay is fast and fun, this sequel doesn't change much from its predecessor.
NDS 10/20/2009 8.0 7.7
Space Rangers 2: Dominators
Trade, steal, fight pirates, be a merchant … the galaxy is yours in Space Rangers 2
PC 05/30/2006 8.8 8.5
SpaceForce: Rogue Universe
SpaceForce: Rogue Universe has an admirable amount of depth, but the unintuitive interface and lack of a tutorial system are extremely frustrating.
PC 06/13/2007 7.0 6.8
SpaceStationSim
Strap yourself down, grit your teeth and get ready to test your mental agility in an out of this world experience!
PC 01/22/2007 7.5 6.0
Spartan
Spartans are very scary…..
PC 06/11/2004 6.4 6.2
Spartan: Total Warrior
Spartan: Total Warrior is the first hack-n-slash-style game to take a leap of faith on merging its content with elements of a strategy game.
PS2 10/25/2005 8.5 7.4
Spartan: Total Warrior
Spartan: Total Warrior is action-packed, fast paced and with great graphical, jaw-dropping appeal
XB 11/01/2005 8.0 7.2
Spawn: Armageddon
Spawn: Armageddon starts out pretty good, but ultimately falls prey to repetition and nasty camera problems.
GC 12/29/2003 7.0 5.8
Spawn: Armageddon
Spawn Armageddon looks good, plays well, but lacks the darkness and depth that defines the title character
XB 11/25/2003 7.8 5.9
Spawn: Armageddon
Agony axe and machine gun in hand, Spawn has returned!
PS2 12/19/2003 7.5 6.0
Spectral Force 3: Innocent Rage
Spectral Force 3 is a throwback to older days from the genre, but feels a bit too antiquated and uninteresting to be recommendable.
360 07/29/2008 5.0 5.4
Spectral Souls
A well-planned, well-executed RPG caught in a cluster of technical idiosyncrasies
PSP 09/26/2006 6.9 5.8
Spectrobes
Turn-based meets real-time
NDS 03/27/2007 6.9 6.3
Spectrobes: Beyond The Portals
Disney’s creature-battling franchise gets some much needed improvements.
NDS 10/08/2008 8.0 7.1
Spectrobes: Origins
Spectrobes: Origins delivers up a splendid time for the younger audiences
WII 08/24/2009 7.7 7.1
Speed Racer - The Videogame
A rare case of the game being better then the movie
WII 05/23/2008 7.2 7.2
SpellForce - The Order of Dawn
Why get an RTS or 3rd person action title when you get both with Spellforce?
PC 03/01/2004 8.4 8.0
SpellForce 2 - Shadow Wars
Find out why RTS and RPG fans alike need to immediately put SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars on their ‘’To Get’’ list.
PC 05/25/2006 8.1 8.4
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
No pain no gain…literally!
GC 12/07/2003 8.5 7.3
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Eurocom’s first foray into the adventure genre should be very well received by the Zelda-loving public
XB 11/17/2003 8.0 7.9
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy blends amazing graphics with intricate puzzles for mind-numbing adventure
PS2 10/20/2003 8.8 8.2
Spider Wizard
Spider Wizard offers a form of solitaire that will definitely challenge computer card-game enthusiasts
PC 02/12/2003 6.8 6.8
Spider-Man & Friends
Web-slinging is not solely for adults. Now, kids can play a game using their favorite Marvel characters - and learn something along the way!
PC 02/28/2005 7.0 7.0
Spider-Man 2
Spider-man 2 webs over to the PSP and the results are amazing
PSP 03/16/2005 9.0 7.8
Spider-Man 2
Far from perfect yet still loads of fun, your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man gets a much welcome portable action game with Spider-Man 2 on the DS. 
NDS 12/06/2004 8.0 6.7
Spider-Man 3
An amazing, well-planned and well-developed video game based on and wholeheartedly inspired by a great comic book franchise
GBA 05/14/2007 8.0 7.5
Spider-Man 3
Aside from camera issues, Spider-Man 3 is a solid next-gen entry for the franchise.
360 05/04/2007 8.0 6.4
Spider-Man 3
A worthwhile experience that was made to excite and enamor players – and pull us into the Spider-Man mold.
WII 05/04/2007 8.0 5.8
Spider-Man 3
From the big-screen to the small-screen
NDS 06/04/2007 8.6 8.3
Spider-Man 3
Spiderman 3 is plagued with almost every movie franchise spin-off game—mediocrity
PC 05/30/2007 6.8 5.7
Spider-Man 3
Spider-man 3 is a button-masher with some camera issues, but is true to the film and franchise
PS3 05/04/2007 8.3 5.9
Spider-Man 3
It’s clear from the awful graphics to the unexciting missions and various glitches that very little effort was put in the PlayStation 2 version of Spider-Man 3
PS2 05/18/2007 4.0 4.7
Spider-Man® 2
Spider-Man 2 is anything but a must-have.
NG 07/23/2004 5.0 5.6
Spider-Man® 2
Finally feel the freedom Spidey has with Spider-man 2 for the Playstation2
PS2 07/15/2004 9.2 7.9
Spider-Man® 2
Conceptually Spider-Man 2 lives up to expectations, but great web-slinging does not equal great fun
GC 07/12/2004 8.0 8.3
Spider-Man® 2
Spider-Man does whatever a spider can and Spider-Man 2 just proves that what he does makes for a highly addictive superhero game
XB 07/14/2004 9.0 8.3
Spider-Man: Battle for New York
Spider-Man: Battle for New York for the Nintendo DS is a rather short ride but it’s an exciting one with a lot of fun twists and turns along the way
NDS 12/01/2006 7.5 6.0
Spider-man: Friend or Foe
Sadly, Spider-Man: Friend or Foe for the Xbox 360 suffers from a tired and repetitive game design that just doesn’t suit our favorite superhero and his collection of powerful allies
360 10/03/2007 6.4 6.3
Spider-man: Friend or Foe
Friend or Foe offers an enjoyable but repetitive Spider-Man experience
PC 10/10/2007 7.1 5.8
Spider-man: Friend or Foe
If you have a young gamer who absolutely loves Spider-Man, this portable version is worth the money
NDS 10/08/2007 7.5 5.9
Spider-man: Friend or Foe
Nintendo Wii owners will get a kick out of the extra workout in the combat department but innovative controls just don’t rise above the simplistic level design and dumb enemy AI
WII 10/03/2007 6.5 6.2
Spider-man: Friend or Foe
Solid beat-‘em-up entertainment
PS2 10/08/2007 7.9 6.5
Spider-man: Friend or Foe
In the end, Spider-Man: Friend or Foe for the PSP is an interesting concept that just doesn’t quite have what it takes to give younger Spidey fans something to really love
PSP 10/08/2007 6.9 5.8
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
Perfectly seamless controls, great combat, and an overall experience that is thoroughly entertaining.
NDS 11/18/2008 8.0 7.7
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
Spider-man: Web of Shadows misfires a few times, but is otherwise an entertaining game
PS3 10/22/2008 8.3 7.1
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows Amazing Allies Edition for the PSP is a worthwhile action game that captures the spirit of the old Spidey games while spinning its own unique web of fun
PSP 11/10/2008 7.0 7.0
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
Oh Spider-man, how could you have fallen so low?
WII 10/22/2008 5.9 6.0
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
Yup, you can bring the hand of death upon your enemies by skateboarding their bodies into the ground…
PC 11/21/2008 6.5 5.9
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows
Being a super hero is all about choices
360 10/22/2008 8.5 7.2
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows - Amazing Allies Edition
Retro-style side-scrolling gameplay that creates a decent throwback to the days of arcades.
PS2 11/11/2008 7.0 7.0
Spirits and Spells
Spirts & Spells looks great but lacks depth
GC 10/06/2003 6.5 5.2
Splashdown Rides Gone Wild
Splashdown: Rides Gone Wild is the epitome of fun.
PS2 08/14/2003 9.0 8.2
SPLAT Magazine Renegade Paintball
Unfortunately Splat Magazine Renegade Paintball misses the mark when trying to simulate paintball and being an entertaining game.   
PC 10/27/2005 5.3 5.3
SPLAT Magazine Renegade Paintball
Non-lethal first-person shooting
XB 11/13/2005 5.0 4.3
Splosion Man
This quirky action-puzzler is a blast (pun intended).
360 07/20/2009 8.7 8.9
SpongeBob Square Pants: Yellow Avenger
Repetitive, unexciting 2.5D action. Or lack thereof.
PSP 03/19/2006 5.0 5.3
SpongeBob Square Pants: Yellow Avenger
SpongeBob is ready and willing to save the world from the Dirty Bubble!
NDS 01/03/2006 7.5 7.6
SpongeBob SquarePants featuring Nicktoons: Globs of Doom
Globs of Doom could have been that extraordinary kid’s title and SpongeBob SquarePants game but it just falls short in almost every way
PS2 10/27/2008 4.5 4.5
SpongeBob SquarePants featuring Nicktoons: Globs of Doom
Globs of Doom is a button-masher for gamers under 12
WII 10/27/2008 7.0 6.2
SpongeBob SquarePants featuring Nicktoons: Globs of Doom
More Nicktoons than SpongeBob, Glob of Doom is a cooperative gameplay feast
NDS 10/28/2008 7.0 7.0
SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
Bigger, better (and square-ier), SpongeBob comes to the big screen with a soul for suds.  A malfunctioning wardrobe.  And the ability to get drunk on ice cream!
XB 12/14/2004 6.9 7.9
SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
Join SpongeBob and Patrick as they journey to Shell City, in this somewhat ho-hum adventure.
GBA 12/15/2004 6.5 7.2
SpongeBob SquarePants Movie
Macho macho man, I wanta be a macho man.....
GC 12/17/2004 8.0 7.9
SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom
GC 12/15/2003 9.0 7.9
SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom
This game works like a sponge by absorbing hours of your time.
PS2 12/02/2003 8.6 7.6
SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab
SpongeBob for dummies
PS2 10/30/2006 5.0 6.1
SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab
Spongebob takes a cue from Wario's microgames.
GBA 11/09/2006 7.5 7.0
SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab
SpongeBob is dreaming, but is it a good dream or a bad dream?
GC 11/14/2006 6.0 6.5
SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab
Creature from the Krusty Krab is a failed attempt on all fronts
NDS 11/14/2006 5.3 5.9
SpongeBob SquarePants: Creature from the Krusty Krab
SpongeBob’s latest mobile quest is a simplistic game that will likely wear thin for just about anyone within a few minutes of play.
MB 02/14/2007 4.5 4.5
SpongeBob SquarePants: Lights, Camera, PANTS!
SpongeBob fans looking to get their fix on the newest SpongeBob game still might be wanting more after Lights, Camera, Pants
GBA 11/21/2005 6.7 6.7
SpongeBob SquarePants: Lights, Camera, PANTS!
A nice start for SpongeBob’s first foray into the party genre
PS2 11/18/2005 6.1 6.5
SpongeBob SquarePants: Lights, Camera, PANTS!
What’s under the sea and full of fun? It may be an episode-like Sponge Bob adventure…. Or it may just be a shipwreck.
PC 11/23/2005 6.5 8.3
SpongeBob SquarePants: Revenge of the Flying Dutchman
SpongeBob's best adventure yet!
GC 01/22/2003 7.5 7.5
SpongeBob vs. The Big One: Beach Party Cook-Off
If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the water
NDS 03/09/2009 7.3 7.3
SpongeBob's Atlantis Squarepantis: Atlantis Treasures
A little bit Tetris, a little bit Columns, and a tad reminiscent of Pokemon Puzzle League
MB 01/09/2008 7.4 7.4
Spongebob's: Atlantis Squarepantis
A good fit for kids looking for short bursts of amusement
GBA 11/09/2007 6.9 6.9
Spongebob: Atlantis Squarepantis
A clone game in its worst form
PS2 11/09/2007 5.0 5.0
Spongebob: Atlantis Squarepantis
Repetition and too much emphasis on mini-games make for a less-than-thrilling experience
WII 01/07/2008 5.0 5.2
Spongebob: Atlantis Squarepantis
Successfully utilizes the SpongeBob license to create a game with great controls, excellent mechanics, and diverse levels and objectives
NDS 11/05/2007 8.3 6.8
Spore
To infinity and beyond!
PC 10/03/2008 9.0 8.3
Spore Galactic Adventures
Getting personal once again.
PC 07/13/2009 8.0 7.7
Spore Hero
Spore Hero is great visually but a few elements hold it back
WII 11/10/2009 7.0 6.5
Sportsman's Challenge
Do you think you know all there is to hunting? Maybe so, but do have the skills needed to run your own hunting retreat..... and still (fiscally) survive?
PC 10/28/2004 7.5 7.2
SPRay
Better than a super soaker?
WII 12/17/2008 5.8 5.1
Sprint Cars: Road to Knoxville
Racing games depend on both driving mechanics and course layout to immerse the player in the experience. When one’s missing, the other falls apart
PS2 08/17/2006 5.9 5.4
Spy Fiction
Disguise your way out of trouble!
PS2 09/07/2004 7.7 6.0
Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over
Spy Kids 3 is cool due to the 3-D presentation, but it proves the saying “looks aren’t everything”.
GBA 07/25/2003 5.3 6.0
Spy vs. Spy
White vs. Black, Good vs. Evil… The epic battle continues with hilarity, in this dismal and somewhat lacking game.
XB 04/21/2005 6.0 5.0
Spyborgs
Capcom’s Wii-exclusive brawler offers two-player coop and plenty of cybernetic jaws to bust, but is that enough?
WII 09/26/2009 6.0 6.3
SpyHunter
Far from perfect, but rather fun, Spyhunter is a pretty good remake of a classic arcade title.
PC 09/18/2003 7.6 5.6
SpyHunter
SpyHunter is not just a must-buy for those who have a Zodiac, it's also a reason to buy a Zodiac.
MB 06/08/2004 9.0 7.2
SpyHunter 2
Spy Hunter is back, again; queue Peter Gunn theme.
PS2 12/30/2003 6.7 5.7
SpyHunter 2
Hunting for more of the same?
XB 12/22/2003 7.0 6.4
SpyHunter: Nowhere To Run
SpyHunter: Nowhere to Run blends a mediocre driving mode with a subpar on-foot third person mode for a game that is nothing short of average
XB 09/18/2006 5.5 5.2
Spyro A Hero’s Tail
Spyro: A Hero's Tale is not that innovative, but it does have simple yet enjoyable gameplay
PS2 11/02/2004 7.0 6.1
Spyro A Hero’s Tail
A Hero’s Tail doesn’t really tread any new ground for the series, but will still appeal to its younger fanbase.
XB 11/05/2004 7.0 6.6
Spyro A Hero's Tail
Join Spyro and his friends in this fun, simple platform adventure.
GC 11/24/2004 7.5 6.6
Spyro Orange: The Cortex Conspiracy
Spyro is back, but in a new side-scrolling format rather than his traditional isometric viewpoint.
GBA 06/13/2004 6.5 6.3
Spyro Shadow Legacy
This is not much of a legacy for Spyro
NDS 11/23/2005 6.5 5.5
Spyro: Attack of the Rhynocs
Spyro makes a great transition from the PSone to the GBA.
GBA 11/06/2003 7.9 7.6
Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly
Despite having new a development team, Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly is a great sequel.
GC 12/08/2002 7.5 4.9
Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly
Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly is the same, formula arcade-adventure outing
PS2 11/20/2002 7.0 5.3
Squad Assault: Second Wave
Tactical combat in World War II with a realistic flair is Squad Assault: the Second Wave’s claim to fame
PC 08/23/2005 7.2 7.4
Squeeballs Party
This will hurt them more than it hurts you
WII 10/27/2009 7.5 6.9
SSX 3
She’ll be carving down the mountain, when she comes.
GC 11/12/2003 9.0 9.5
SSX 3
Perfect?  Not quite.  As close to perfect as you can get?  Yep.  SSX 3 has something for everyone and then some.
XB 11/11/2003 9.7 9.2
SSX 3
SSX 3 is as good as snowboarding games come. 
PS2 11/06/2003 9.4 9.4
SSX 3
The console versions are great, but this mobile version is a BIG disappointment.
GBA 12/07/2003 5.0 5.3
SSX Blur
SSX Blur doesn’t redefine the series as much as it changes the way you play
WII 03/05/2007 8.2 7.2
SSX On Tour
Prove that you are the best on the mountain
PS2 10/18/2005 8.9 8.2
SSX On Tour
SSX on Tour might not redefine the series or the genre but it remains to be the most fun you’ll have on the mountain without breaking a leg. 
XB 10/31/2005 8.9 8.2
SSX On Tour
What SSX On Tour lacks in originality it makes up for in controls, trick performances, and incredibly designed courses
GC 10/21/2005 9.0 7.7
SSX On Tour
Welcome to your portable mountain
PSP 11/09/2005 8.5 8.2
SSX Out of Bounds
Not a PS2-perfect port, but it's still better than all the other mobile snowboarding games on the market
NG 03/08/2005 7.0 6.2
Stack'um
Stack 'Um is a very basic puzzler that doesn't bring anything new to the genre
MB 07/06/2006 5.5 5.5
STACKED with Daniel Negreanu
We tell you if Daniel Negreanu’s game is worth holding or folding
PS2 06/16/2006 7.0 6.4
STACKED with Daniel Negreanu
He may be awesome on the TV, but his game is nowhere near where a title with his moniker needs to be
PSP 11/16/2006 6.8 6.5
Stake: Fortune Fighters
Although it could have been a lot of fun, Stake is incredibly flawed - that's not a good thing.
XB 05/19/2003 3.6 3.2
Stalin vs. Martians
Big surprise. Not the strategy gamer's diamond-in-the-rough.
PC 06/08/2009 3.0 2.8
Star Chamber: The Harbinger Saga
A galactic struggle for power rages in this innovative mix of strategy and collectible card games.
PC 02/17/2006 7.2 7.2
STAR OCEAN 1: First Departure
Star Ocean: First Departure doesn’t attempt to reinvent the wheel but rather it brings back a stellar classic RPG that fits right at home on the PSP
PSP 10/31/2008 8.0 6.8
STAR OCEAN: Second Evolution
Aside from some minor updates, this is essentially the same great game it was before.
PSP 01/16/2009 7.5 7.9
STAR OCEAN: The Last Hope
Being humanity's last hope is stressful
360 03/09/2009 8.3 7.8
Star Ocean: Till the End of Time
Get ready for the time of your life
PS2 09/20/2004 8.8 7.5
Star Sonata
Star Sonata is an interesting game that is worth a look if you are a fan of the space-ship genre.
PC 11/17/2004 7.7 7.7
Star Trek Shattered Universe
Thanks to the poor controls that make ship battles seem awkward rather than smooth and highly entertaining, the game just doesn’t cut it as a true action-packed ship combat game. 
XB 02/08/2004 5.5 3.7
Star Trek Starfleet Command III
One of the more enjoyable Star Trek titles, Star Fleet Command III will not disappoint fans of the franchise.
PC 12/02/2002 8.5 7.8
Star Trek: Elite Force II
Boldly go where few Star Trek games have gone before ...
PC 08/04/2003 8.4 7.8
Star Trek: Legacy
To boldly go where no developer has gone before
360 12/28/2006 7.2 5.6
Star Trek: Legacy
Fire, fire, fire, get hit, hit, hit, but nobody dies for a long, long, long time
PC 12/20/2006 6.0 5.1
Star Trek: Shattered Universe
Travel to an alternate universe where good people are bad and shuttles are starfighters.
PS2 02/18/2004 7.4 3.7
Star Wars Battlefront
Star Wars Battlefront is the game Star Wars fans have been waiting for and it doesn’t disappoint when it comes to massive online battles. 
PS2 10/06/2004 8.5 7.9
Star Wars Battlefront II
In the end, Star Wars Battlefront II for the PSP might not be as amazing as its console version but it offers enough bang for your buck that missing out on it would be a real shame
PSP 11/09/2005 7.9 6.6
Star Wars Battlefront II
Polished third-person shooting, enjoyable space battles, and incredibly powerful ground vehicles have pushed Star Wars to a new level of exhilaration
PS2 11/02/2005 8.4 8.0
Star Wars Battlefront II
Star Wars Battlefront II for the Xbox will not disappoint
XB 11/14/2005 8.2 7.9
Star Wars Battlefront II
Star Wars Battlefront 2 lets you wield the powers and light saber of the Jedi. How cool is that?
PC 12/19/2005 8.0 7.4
Star Wars Battlefront: Renegade Squadron
If you can look past the game’s weaknesses, this game will show Star Wars and Battlefront fans a good time
PSP 10/15/2007 8.0 7.3
Star Wars Bounty Hunter
Bounty Hunter does a great job of putting you in the shoes of one of the most infamous characters in the Star Wars Universe.
GC 12/20/2002 9.0 6.8
Star Wars Bounty Hunter
Jango Fett may be an anti-hero, but he is a lot of fun to watch and play as in Star Wars Bounty Hunter
PS2 12/03/2002 9.0 6.5
Star Wars Empire at War
The galaxy is yours to control
PC 02/22/2006 8.4 7.7
Star Wars Empire at War: Forces of Corruption
New additions to the Galaxy that is in constant war
PC 11/02/2006 8.3 8.1
Star Wars Episode III Revenge of the Sith
The Force was not with past 2D action games centered on the Star Wars prequels, but Revenge of the Sith for the Nintendo DS is fun enough to satisfy the need for portable hack-and-slash
NDS 07/14/2005 7.7 7.6
Star Wars Episode III Revenge of the Sith
May the force be with you!
XB 06/10/2005 7.7 6.5
Star Wars Episode III Revenge of the Sith
The best spoiler ever, but not the best game
PS2 05/09/2005 7.4 6.5
Star Wars Flight of the Falcon
Thanks to the poor controls and the fact that the levels seem to drag on forever, Flight of the Falcon just feels like a very forced and flawed experienced from the very start. 
GBA 12/29/2003 5.0 4.2
Star Wars Galactic Battlegrounds Saga
Two for the price of one.
PC 11/04/2002 8.0 8.1
Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided
Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided is an amazing bit of eye candy that actually has solid depth of play
PC 07/10/2003 9.0 7.0
Star Wars Galaxies: Episode III Rage Of The Wookiees
Star Wars Galaxies: Episode III Rage Of The Wookiees brings closer integration between gaming world and movie universe
PC 05/22/2005 8.5 7.4
Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed
Star Wars Galaxies takes the Jump to Lightspeed, but the space element, which stunning to look at, is mostly repetitive mission-base gameplay
PC 12/06/2004 8.0 7.6
Star Wars Galaxies: The Total Experience
SWG’s Total Experience is a nice packaging for those who love the Star Wars Universe, but get ready for a bit of a grind in some areas of the game
PC 06/16/2005 8.7 8.7
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
Star Wars Jedi Knight 2: Jedi Outcast is a fun, mostly improved sequel that'll transport you to the Star Wars universe.
GC 11/30/2002 7.8 7.6
Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast
The Force is strong with this one!
XB 11/27/2002 9.2 8.4
Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
Midichlorians?  We don’t need no steenking Midichlorians.
PC 09/23/2003 9.0 8.2
Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy
The Force is somewhat strong with this one but Jedi Academy lacks a few things that could have made this really good game an amazing one instead. 
XB 11/28/2003 8.2 7.8
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic
Bioware’s latest offering combines deep, yet accessible gameplay and beautiful graphics set in a galaxy far, far away.
PC 11/24/2003 9.5 9.3
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
A little more than a year after its predecessor’s release, KOTOR 2 builds upon the original and provides a compelling RPG game that does justice to the franchise
PC 02/22/2005 8.9 8.3
Star Wars Knights Old Republic II: The Sith Lords
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II is more of the same but trust me when I say that‘s a very good thing
XB 03/06/2005 9.3 8.8
Star Wars Republic Commando
While a little light on the tactical elements and a little short, Republic Commando makes a worthy addition to the Star Wars game franchise.
PC 03/18/2005 8.8 7.9
Star Wars Republic Commando
Going commando never felt so good
XB 03/16/2005 8.8 7.7
Star Wars Rogue Squadron III: Rebel Strike
Rebel Strike is the most diverse Star Wars game yet.  But is diversity really what we wanted?
GC 11/03/2003 8.5 7.8
Star Wars The Clone Wars
The Clone Wars is not a masterpiece or the ultimate online Star Wars adventure, but it is, by far, a better version of this action-packed game. 
XB 05/19/2003 7.5 7.1
Star Wars The Clone Wars
Anyone could have made a game that was based on the Clone War, but LucasArts made one that actually threw you into the middle of it.
GC 11/04/2002 8.5 7.4
Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition
Welcome to the dark side
PC 11/16/2009 7.2 7.0
Star Wars Trilogy: Apprentice of the Force
More like Repetition of the Force.
GBA 11/05/2004 7.0 6.7
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
Not just a Star Wars game … not just an action RPG … but also one of the best Xbox games yet.
XB 08/05/2003 9.6 9.2
Star Wars: Lethal Alliance
Star Wars fans and third-person shooter enthusiasts will find a lot to like about this action game that offers plenty of variety and fun despite the flawed shooting mechanics
PSP 12/27/2006 7.0 6.1
Star Wars: Lethal Alliance
And you just thought Star Wars was over
NDS 12/26/2006 6.0 5.7
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Begun these Clone Wars has!
PS2 12/22/2002 8.5 7.0
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
Asteroid evasion, lightsaber battles, a duel with Darth Vader – SW: ESB has more variety than some of the Star Wars games released on PSone and PS2
MB 01/09/2008 7.5 7.5
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
LucasArts’ long-awaited action game bridges the gap between Episodes III and IV, but was it worth the wait?
PS2 10/03/2008 7.4 6.7
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
The Force may be unleashed, but it's a bit more average than the dream Star Wars fans were hoping would come true
PS3 09/23/2008 6.8 6.9
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
Let your darkside out
WII 09/30/2008 7.5 6.8
Starship Troopers
Grab your weapon, soldier! There’s a swarm out there with your name on it.
PC 12/15/2005 6.7 4.0
Starsky & Hutch
"This Ain't No Jive Turkey"
XB 09/22/2003 6.3 6.0
Starsky & Hutch
Even two cool cat main characters aren’t enough to save Starsky & Hutch from being something of a disappointment to GameCube owners. 
GC 10/01/2004 5.7 5.8
Starsky & Hutch
Hey get the hammer down!
PC 10/15/2003 7.0 6.5
Startopia
Startopia brings some originality to the simulation/civ genre
PC 07/18/2001 8.5 8.4
State of Emergency
With its added Xbox content, State of Emergency’s mayhem is just too fun to pass up even for those who have played it before. 
XB 03/31/2003 8.0 7.0
State of Emergency
State of Emergency is a pretty straightforward brawler that, while fun at first, probably won’t hold your attention for very long.
PC 10/15/2003 6.8 6.2
State of Emergency 2
SoE2's control problems create havoc
PS2 03/07/2006 4.0 4.4
Steal Princess
Steal Princess is the type of Nintendo DS game that could have really been amazing but, thanks to a number of annoying issues, it begins to wear out its welcome a bit too soon.
NDS 06/01/2009 6.9 6.5
Steambot Chronicles
Join the band or be a bad guy, the choice is yours!
PS2 05/23/2006 7.1 7.1
Steambot Chronicles Battle Tournament
Steambot Chronicles Battle Tournament is a rinse-and-repeat title with some personality
PSP 08/06/2009 6.8 6.8
Steel Horizon
Turn-based strategy or turn-based simplicity?
NDS 04/16/2007 6.9 4.2
Stella Deus: The Gate of Eternity
Atlus once again delivers the tactical goods, and proves that great RPGs can be made by companies other than Square-Enix
PS2 04/26/2005 8.7 7.5
Still Life
Still Life is a return to the classic sleuthing adventure games of yesteryear and it’s one fans of the genre will certainly enjoy despite its shortcomings
XB 06/15/2005 7.5 7.5
Still Life
CSI has got nothing on this game.
PC 04/27/2005 7.6 7.8
Stoked
Stoked for the Xbox 360 is actually a fun game that manages to leap over some of its flaws that hold it back from being as great as some of the snowboarding game favorites
360 03/10/2009 7.5 7.5
Stolen
Living up to its namesake, Stolen borrows heavily from other titles in the genre, but fails to provide a fun experience on its own merits.
XB 04/20/2005 6.0 5.1
Stormrise
A unique strategy game best suited for those craving unique strategy games.
360 03/30/2009 7.9 5.2
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake
Strawberry and her friends are cooking up a cake, but this game is no cakewalk!
NDS 12/12/2007 8.0 7.2
Strawberry Shortcake: The Sweet Dreams Game
Strawberry Shortcake: The Sweet Dreams Game is not long on innovation but it does have a certain charm
PS2 12/05/2006 6.8 6.0
Street Fighter Alpha 3 Max
History on a Handheld
PSP 02/17/2006 8.5 8.1
Street Fighter Alpha Anthology
All the Alphas, together at last...
PS2 06/30/2006 8.2 8.1
Street Fighter Anniversary Collection
Street Fighter fans rejoice in all of the goodness that is the Anniversary Collection!
PS2 09/16/2004 8.7 7.5
Street Fighter Anniversary Collection
More Street Fighter than your brain can handle….
XB 03/08/2005 8.3 7.7
Street Fighter II Hyper Fighting
Street Fighter II’ Hyper Fighting shows us that Capcom’s fighting series is still just as fun now as it was when it first hit the arcades.
360 08/10/2006 7.2 7.6
Street Fighter IV
The must-own Street Fighter sequel
PS3 02/27/2009 9.1 9.2
Street Fighter IV
Street Fighter IV is exactly the type of Street Fighter game you’ve wanted to play for years
360 02/23/2009 9.3 9.2
Street Hoops
Street Hoops would be a lot better if it wasn't such a "BIG" rip-off.
GC 12/11/2002 5.0 5.5
Street Legal
Street Racing is illegal in real life, but with this game you can enjoy the popular urban pastime without the consequences of the law. Build 'um, tune 'um, race 'um!
PC 12/05/2002 7.0 5.6
Street Racing Syndicate
Like a television show airing in syndication, Street Racing Syndicate is another racer re-run.
PS2 09/07/2004 6.9 6.1
Street Supremacy
Racing fans looking for a thrilling and unique racing game worthy of their PSP will be greatly disappointed by Street Supremacy
PSP 03/09/2006 4.2 3.8
Strike Fighters: Project 1
Strike Fighters has a great premise but then only delivers an average combat flight sim
PC 11/14/2002 6.9 6.0
Strike Force Bowling
Strike Force Bowling is a spare waiting to happen on the PS2 console system
PS2 05/07/2004 6.5 5.3
Strike Force Bowling
Unfortunately, even at its budget price, Strike Force Bowling just doesn’t cut it when it comes to fun bowling action
GC 06/10/2005 4.0 4.5
Strike Force Bowling
Strike Force Bowling features colorful cast of bowlers, but average gameplay
XB 05/07/2004 6.5 5.2
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 2: Strong Badia the Free
More episodic adventure gaming starring everybody’s favorite luchador.
PC 09/18/2008 8.7 7.7
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 3: Baddest of the Bands
Help Strong Bad and Co. express themselves through the magic of rock
PC 10/27/2008 8.8 7.8
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 4: Dangeresque 3: The Criminal Projective
Enter the world of exploitation films with Strong Bad and his crew
PC 11/17/2008 8.8 7.9
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 5: 8-bit is Enough
The point-and-click adventures of Strong Bad and gang end on a high point
PC 12/16/2008 9.0 8.3
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People: Episode 1 - Homestar Ruiner
All the absurdist humor of the popular cartoon site, only now, interactive!
PC 08/13/2008 8.5 7.8
Stronghold 2
Your Castle awaits you, my Leige
PC 05/04/2005 8.0 6.1
Stronghold Crusader Extreme
Livin’ in the City is where it’s at!
PC 07/21/2008 5.0 5.9
Stronghold Legends
The Stronghold franchise adds a bit of fantasy to the RTS mix
PC 11/29/2006 6.8 5.0
Stronghold Warchest
"If you haven't checked out either of Stronghold or Stronghold Crusader now is the time!"
PC 08/05/2003 8.0 8.0
Stubbs the Zombie
Stubbs the Zombie doesn’t break new ground but still offers an entertaining experience for Xbox owners
XB 11/08/2005 7.6 7.5
Stuntman: Ignition
Stuntman: Ignition for the Xbox 360 is easily the best game in the series but it still follows the same repetitive formula that might not sit well with many gamers
360 09/07/2007 7.2 7.6
Sudden Strike 3: Arms for Victory
Aside from some glaring issues, the latest entry to the successful RTS franchise is a major improvement.
PC 04/17/2008 7.0 6.3
Sudeki
Sudeki is like watching an action flick several times in a row.  You'll be entertained the first time through, but something is lost during the second viewing
XB 07/26/2004 7.7 7.2
Sudoku Fever
I Sudoku, you Sudoku, we can all Sudoku with Sudoku Fever!
GBA 03/24/2006 7.5 7.5
Sudoku-Mania
You’re better off with the Sudoku in the daily paper…
NDS 07/27/2006 3.4 4.1
Suikoden III
Despite some great elements, Suikoden III still stumbles at times in the PS2 RPG genre
PS2 11/05/2002 7.8 8.8
Suikoden IV
Suikoden IV isn’t the series’ finest hour but there is just so much to like about this game that fans of the series will certainly enjoy it from start to finish
PS2 02/07/2005 8.0 6.3
Suikoden Tactics
Suikoden is back but at what cost?
PS2 12/01/2005 6.6 6.8
Suikoden V
Suikoden V is the desperately needed revival for the series that was heading in the wrong direction
PS2 03/28/2006 8.1 7.8
Suikoden: Tierkreis
Suikoden Tierkreis is a compelling RPG adventure on the Nintendo DS
NDS 04/20/2009 7.9 7.9
Summer Athletics The Ultimate Challenge
Overly complicated controls disqualify this Olympic outing
WII 09/08/2008 6.5 5.3
Summer Heat Beach Volleyball
Summer Heat Beach Volleyball has a slew of small surprises, but ultimately it misses on what counts the most--the volleyball action. 
PS2 07/17/2003 7.0 6.3
Summon Night: Twin Age
Atlus brings us a deep action-RPG for DS that’s fun and engaging
NDS 06/23/2008 8.3 7.7
Summoner: A Goddess Reborn
Summoner: A Goddess Reborn has a few miscasts, but conjures a fine RPG game nonetheless
GC 03/06/2003 8.2 7.1
SunAge
A fairly traditional RTS, SunAge has promise but loses quite a bit in the execution.
PC 02/08/2008 5.5 4.6
Super Bubble Pop
Bubbles galore! Try to clear the board of oncoming bubbles as they advance down the board.
GBA 01/09/2003 6.5 5.1
Super Bubble Pop
Line ‘em up to pop them, but be quick because Super Bubble Pop is a fast-paced arcade game
GC 01/07/2003 7.2 5.1
Super Collapse 3
Super Collapse 3 delivers enough satisfaction for the price of entry
NDS 11/26/2007 6.7 7.2
Super Contra
Super Contra doesn’t deliver the gratifying moments like it did in the past
360 08/13/2007 6.0 5.8
Super DBZ
A good fighter that respectably uses the Dragonball Z license
PS2 07/26/2006 7.7 7.4
Super Duper Sumos
This isn’t just a marketing ploy: there's a real game inside of Super Duper Sumos.
GBA 11/10/2003 7.0 6.4
Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts
Move your big, boxer wearing behind over, Maximo … Arthur the original has returned!
GBA 09/23/2002 9.0 8.3
Super Mario 64 DS
Super Mario 64 DS could have been titled Mario 64 Plus.  Plus new characters.  Plus new stages.  Plus new…
NDS 11/30/2004 8.9 8.7
Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3
Whether you've taken the journey before or have yet to play this unforgettable classic, you can't stop yourself from being consumed.
GBA 10/19/2003 9.5 9.1
Super Mario Bros. Classic NES
Do the Mario….
GBA 06/15/2004 8.8 7.7
Super Mario Galaxy
The can’t-miss Wii game of the year
WII 11/12/2007 9.8 9.6
Super Mario Strikers
A great sports game that's short and not as varied as Mario's other outings
GC 12/21/2005 8.2 7.8
Super Monkey Ball Adventure
Unfortunately, there’s nothing very super about Super Monkey Ball Adventure and that’s thanks to a poorly conceived story mode that takes us away from the familiar elements we love the most
GC 08/17/2006 5.9 5.0
Super Monkey Ball Deluxe
Monkeys make everything better
XB 03/23/2005 7.7 7.7
Super Monkey Ball Touch & Roll
The delightful Monkey Ball series makes its way on to the DS, but it's not perfect
NDS 03/13/2006 6.9 6.2
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz
Banana Blitz for the Wii offers gamers an engaging experience for the Wii
WII 11/22/2006 8.0 7.5
Super PAC-MAN
Super Pac-man is an engaging game that makes some interesting changes from the original Pac-man, keeping things fresh without alienating Pac fans
MB 07/06/2006 8.5 8.2
Super Paper Mario
A surreal adventure you’ll get lost in – in the best way possible.
WII 04/13/2007 9.0 8.1
Super Princess Peach
Sometimes a Princess has to put down her tiara and kick a little butt!
NDS 04/12/2006 8.8 7.2
Super Puzzle Fighter II
Yet another blending of two totally different game styles that works out incredibly well
GBA 07/02/2003 8.4 8.2
Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix
Can this really be one of the best XBLA titles to date?
360 09/06/2007 8.7 8.5
Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier
Gamers looking for another quality RPG to add to their collection shouldn’t miss Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier
NDS 05/18/2009 7.8 7.2
Super Rub a Dub
Super Rub a Dub looks very good, is easy to learn and serves up solid entertainment value
PS3 04/24/2007 7.5 4.7
Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Nintendo’s all stars turn in their best fight yet
WII 03/11/2008 9.5 9.2
Super Stardust Portable
Great game for the PS3 didn’t translate as well onto the PSP
PSP 01/02/2009 6.7 7.1
Super Swing Golf
Swing like a real golfer
WII 12/22/2006 7.1 7.2
Super Swing Golf Season 2
This game includes barely enough elements to be considered golf, much less a sequel
WII 01/11/2008 6.5 6.9
Super Yum Yum 2
A quirky and addicting puzzle game, Super Yum Yum 2 does a good job of carrying the torch from its predecessor.
MB 01/11/2007 8.5 8.2
Superman Returns: The Videogame
Is it too little to late?
360 11/21/2006 7.7 5.0
Superman Returns: The Videogame
Superman Returns has a terrific setup, but the missions aren’t any more creative than Catwoman, and aren’t much more enjoyable than the forgettable Wolverine game.
XB 01/16/2007 5.0 5.3
Superman Returns: The Videogame
The Superman videogame curse continues.
NDS 01/16/2007 4.3 4.0
Superman: The Man of Steel
The extremely awful controls keep Superman: The Man of Steel from being an enjoyable game worthy of the hero in red and blue. 
XB 11/23/2002 4.9 4.7
Superpower 2
For those with dreams of world domination but have a problem leaving their chair, SuperPower 2 gives you a chance to finally fulfill your dreams.
PC 10/26/2004 7.6 5.1
Superstars V8 Racing
Superstars V8 Racing is an average racing title that hopes to find a home in the hardcore racer niche
PC 08/17/2009 6.4 6.4
Supremacy: Four Paths To Power
A different type of strategy game, which offers some new ideas
PC 04/05/2005 6.5 6.2
Supreme Commander
Can you handle the intense action of Supreme Commander?
PC 03/16/2007 9.0 8.8
Supreme Commander
The real-time strategy genre is a difficult one to pull off on consoles, but Supreme Commander gives it a try
360 06/23/2008 8.0 5.8
Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance
Forged Alliance improves on almost every aspect of Supreme Commander’s already impressive foundation
PC 11/29/2007 8.9 8.2
Supreme Ruler 2010
It’s all about the strategy.
PC 05/27/2005 8.3 7.3
Supreme Ruler 2020
While intensely overwhelming to the general populace, Supreme Ruler 2020 will appeal to the hardcore tabletop strat-fans out there.
PC 06/25/2008 7.0 7.0
Sushi Samurai
Sushi Samurai is a fun, albeit shallow, action-puzzler that should appeal to casual audiences.
MB 06/10/2008 7.0 7.0
Swashbucklers: Blue & Grey
It’s no golden doubloon, but it beats a cutlass in the back
PS2 12/14/2007 6.4 4.3
Swashbucklers: Blue vs. Grey
This pirate quest swabs the poop deck.
PC 12/10/2007 4.5 4.5
SWAT 4
The rush keeps you going; your partners keep you alive.
PC 04/25/2005 8.8 8.7
SWAT: Global Strike Team
“These guys would make Colin Farrell run home to his mama”
PS2 11/11/2003 7.5 7.3
SWAT: Global Strike Team
Unfortunately, SWAT: Global Strike Team doesn’t quite capture the true essence of the tactical squad-based action genre in ways other games before it does. 
XB 11/09/2003 7.0 7.4
SWAT: Target Liberty
A repetitive and flawed experience from start to finish, SWAT: Target Liberty is a disappointing tactical strategy shooter that just doesn’t quite have what it takes to be a fun game.
PSP 10/26/2007 5.0 4.7
Swingerz Golf
Swingerz Golf looks great but needs a mulligan in terms of game play
GC 11/07/2002 6.9 7.2
Switchball
Switchball delivers a well-chiseled puzzle experience to Xbox 360
360 11/29/2007 8.5 8.4
Sword of Mana
Although a host of flaws keep the game from being truly excellent, Sword of Mana is still a fun action RPG that will provide many hours of entertainment.
GBA 02/09/2004 7.5 7.2
Sword of the Stars
Fights for single planets are so last century.
PC 09/07/2006 7.6 7.1
Sword of the Stars: A Murder of Crows
Steven Hopper
PC 10/23/2008 7.5 7.3
Sword of the Stars: Born of Blood
Born of Blood adds some nice new elements to bring back fans of the original game.
PC 07/06/2007 7.5 7.5
SX Superstar
SX Superstar works hard to keep gamers interested well beyond the first racing season but fails to maintain the fun and excitement of motocross racing due to its glaring faults. 
XB 07/17/2003 6.0 5.2
Syberia
An Adventure game with heart.
PC 09/09/2002 9.0 8.3
Syberia
Beautiful graphics yet slow gameplay wait for you in Syberia.
XB 08/11/2003 7.0 7.2
Syberia
The DS gets a port of one of the best adventure games in recent memory, but how does the game fare the transition?
NDS 12/22/2008 5.8 4.6
Syberia Adventure Game of the Year Edition
The best adventure game of 2002 just got better with the addition of some intriguing "behind the scenes" documentaries of the design process of Syberia
PC 07/21/2003 9.0 9.0
Syberia II
The conclusion to Syberia has finally arrived.
PC 04/05/2004 8.0 7.8
Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror
Now PS2 owners have the chance to try one of the PSP’s best games
PS2 09/25/2007 8.4 7.1
Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror
Rarely does a portable action game have the goods to compete with the major consoles but Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror is one of those games that will make you glad you own the PSP
PSP 03/14/2006 9.5 9.1
Syphon Filter: Logan's Shadow
While not a huge departure from its predecessor, Logan’s Shadow is still a great action game that no PSP owner should miss out on.
PSP 10/15/2007 9.0 8.7
Syphon Filter: The Omega Strain
You don't get what you paid for.
PS2 05/17/2004 6.7 6.4