Half-Life Platinum Collection Second Edition
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CD-ROM (27 August, 2002)
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Features

• Half-Life: Blue Shift
• Comprehensive bundle of the award-winning first-person action-shooter Half-Life games
• Features Half-Life: Game of the Year Edition
• Half-Life: Opposing Force
• Team Fortress Classic and Half-Life: Counter-Strike

Reviews (19)

DON'T BUY
This is a horrible game...half life 1 is s*%t! half life 2 is good, buy that. the graphics suck and the storyline and actual game is not fun to play

a must-have for any PC gamer
Half-Life has revolutionized first-person shooters in an amazing way; it made you use your brain instead of just your left-mouse button. And Even though Half-Life 2 is sweeping up all the press, the original, and its expansions, are still worth much praise. And this set is less than 20$ now! If you have a computer that meets the specified system requirements listed, buy this. Best 20 or so dollars you will ever spend.

awesome game
this game is very very very very very very.... etc...fun!!! i dont know why these g*y motherf*ckers put it as a 4 star! and besides, if you were just gonna put a 4 star why did u even buy the game ! but anyways. this game is very fun, nice graphics in all of them. ... Read more

Asin: B00006FXIN
Sales Rank: 166
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Action    3. Shooters (Shooter)    4. Havas   

Dungeon Siege
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CD-ROM (04 April, 2002)
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Looks amazing... but suprisingly vacuous
So many people have already reviewed this game, I'll keep my comments short. This is the best looking top-down view RPG you're likely to play right now. But under the hood it has tired old RPG mechanics which I lost interest in quite rapidly.

If you can enjoy any RPG regardless of the mechanics or repetititiveness, you will enjoy this game. For me, Dungeon Siege was all style and no substance, and I got bored and never completed it (which is exceptionally rare for me).

Dungeon Siege
I played this game for a few days now. It's one of the best fantasy games I played make that one of the best comp games overrall, I got this for my birthday and I was so excited.It starts out with you being a farmer you have to kill enemies and you're given missions in the chapters as you go through the chapters you can get more characters into your fellowship. There are different monsters to defeat in all the different dungeons! Shopping is probably the best part (if you have money of course) I like to make them look buff and awesome! The downside is that the music kind of creeps me out and i get sort of tired of the dungeons get lost now and then run out of health potions, i start to get a little lonely, and i spend an hour or two on something that is kind of worthless, but play it on the weekends! Anyway all in all it's a great game have fun playing it!

Fun at first, but then you realize it's tedious hack & slash
At first I thought this game was great, simple interface, good graphics and a beautifully crafted world to adventure through. But after playing it for a few days I realized that it was mindless hack and slash the whole way through. No strategy, no thought, just sit back and watch the mayhem, occasionally altering what spell you cast or telling your players to drink a potion. Halfway through the game the only thing that has changed from the first hour of play is the statistics and graphics of the monsters. The storyline is very weak and there is no where to go outside of the one linear path through the game.

However, I gave it 2 stars instead of one for the strengths I mentioned above. ... Read more

Asin: B00005KBRD
Sales Rank: 624
Subjects:  1. Computer Role Playing Games (Game, rpgs, rpg, crpg, crpgs)   

Tribes 2
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CD-ROM (30 March, 2001)
list price: $14.99
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Editorial Review

Are you a team player? You'd better be if you hope to succeedin Tribes 2, an epic first-person shooter where the lifetime ofa lone wolf is usually measured in seconds. Like its predecessor,Tribes 2 focuses on team-based multiplayer combat in40th-century wars between jetpack-equipped infantry factions. A minimalsingle-player tutorial campaign is included to let newcomersfamiliarize themselves with the game's mechanics, but nothing can fullyprepare a person for the chaos of Tribes 2's unique flavor ofmultiplayer first-person combat.

Tribes 2 simply shines in the multiplayer team conflicts forwhich it was designed, and the tactical possibilities are nearlyendless. Players can hop into vehicles, as a pilot skims over theplanet's surface and threads narrow canyons while team members in theback blast enemies as they whip by. Miles of varying terrain separateeach team's base, yet the transitions from outdoors to indoors areentirely seamless, regardless of an installation's complexity. Thereare endless weapon load outs and armor combinations from which tochoose, and equipment, such as targeting lasers and deployable defenseturrets, really add to the game's depth. For example, a player in lightscout armor can quickly move to within range of an outpost, thenilluminate it with the targeting laser for his heavily armed buddiescrouching behind a hill. These heavies can fire their mobile mortars incomplete safety with the knowledge that the laser will guide the roundson target. This is just one example of the need for teamwork inTribes 2.

Graphically, Tribes 2 leaves a little to be desired in terms ofdetail, but the massive environments more than compensate for thatshortcoming. It sometimes is possible to see enemies approaching from afew miles away, and those foolish enough to silhouette themselves on aridgeline are soon dispatched by an enemy laser sniper they'll probablynever see. The special effects are excellent, and there are fewshooters on the market that can match the intensity Tribes 2reaches when dozens of players are fighting all at once. --T. ByrlBaker

Pros:

• Crisp graphics with great special effects
• Team-based gameplay offers a whole new world for deathmatch fans toexplore

Cons:

• Lame single-player campaign
• It is tough to learn the ropes in the brutal online matches

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Reviews (155)

50,000 people playing Counter-Strike right now?
Tribes 2 is a really fun game. Sierra/Dynamix got just about everything right. Of course, what's unique about the Tribes series is that players are equipped with a jet-pack. This adds a whole new dimension of speed, vertical movement, and FPS mayhem to the contest.

The weapons are a kick. There's the Tribes standard Disk Launcher, which shoots explosive blue frisbees. It has a medium rate, medium damage, and high speed shot which explodes on contact. There's my favorite, the grenade launcher, which has a medium range and requires the player to arc their shot accurately. It's a good all around choice. There is the laser rifle, which shoots a light-speed red beam and satisfies the inner sniper in all of us. The player must wear the energy pack. The chaingun is the finishing weapon great for gunning down opponents attempting to survive or escape by going aerial. Then there are some lesser used weapons like the shock lance which kills any opponent instantly if used from behind. It's fun for stealth kills and dealing with incoming heavies. There is the ELF, which drains the enemy's power, rendering them "grounded" or shieldless as the case may be. The standard blaster is pretty useless but you can really burn an opponent if you sneak up behind them and get a blaster kill. And there's a rocket launcher for the bigger armor types that can lock on to exhaust ports and deliver a real stinger. Finally the mighty mortar, available only to the heavy armor, delivers a lethal blast in about a 40 foot radius. Great for base-raping and disintegrating enemies in light armor. Hilarious to see when a shell lands smoking in front of anunwitting player.

The vehicles are fantastic too. The gunship is kind of useless but being part of a good bomber crew is one of the more satisfying experiences in any shooter out there, mark ye. Then there is a tank, which is fun for running over guys. There is a grav cycle and a single player fighter, both of which will test the skill of any FPS player worth his salt. Every facet of the game is loaded with humor; well as much humor as you can stand in simulated mass death and total destruction, anyway.

The visuals are quite good even years after release, and the sound is remarkable with huge bass sounds if your subwoofer and speaker system can deliver the punch. The maps are great. The play is fast and furious. You can approach the game many different ways due to different packs (energy, shield, stealth, repair, etc.). You can play defense, chase down flag grabbers, or defend the generator. Or you can raid the enemy base, go for the flag, skirmish, go stealth and take out unwitting enemies. The possibilities are endless. Admittedly, things can get frustrating if the enemy is concerted and organized in their assault. But if you find your role or just play smart and learn some tricks, you can become your very own one-man wrecking crew.

The voice menus are amusing, and they add a touch of fun to the game. There are about 14 or so different voices to choose from, each with a bunch of different taunts, compliments, and statements. I often find myself laughing out loud or imitating the voices in my daily grind.

Now what I want to know is, if Tribes 2 offers all this for 5 dollars total, has great graphics and gameplay, super sound, fast and chaotic action requiring skill and expertise, tons of play approaches, headsets/voice communication, killer weapons, and you get to jet around a plethora of cool maps at 200 mph...then why the heck are only 700 people playing in the whole country?

At any one time of day you can log on to Counter-Strike and find 50 to 60 thousand players and 100 thouand or more during peak hours. What the heck? Tribes 2 is a vastly superior game in every department, and yet Counter-Strike (also a Sierra game) practically has a monopoly on online play. I just don't get it. Come on people, pick up a copy of Tribes 2 and get to fightin'. It puts CS to shame (as well UT2004, Quake 3, CofD, MofH, and many others much newer-to be honest)! What's wrong with online gamers these days? There's more to multiplayer than Counter-Strike. Tribes 2 is super fun, easy to learn, and still has an active community. Don't let those little girly-men who couldn't handle the learning curve scare you off with their namby-pamby reviews Tribes 2 offers everything you could want in an online FPS, and it requires a good amount of skill to learn and excel at. So come on people! Get with the program: Tribes 2.

Incredible simply amazing
ive been playing tribes 2 for maybe 2 years. and in all of my experiences i have never found a game that was this good. first off, you know your in for a treat when you start a match and you see men flying around everywhere in arieal combat. The maps are huge and its easy to get lost. Tribes 2 combines rpg and first person shooting like never before. there are 3 armour types light medium and juggernaut. each carrys diffrent weaponry, for example a light can only care small equipment while a juggernaut carrys huge weapons. This gives the player a diffrent role in the game. Juggernauts defend or provide heavy attack while lights go for speed wreckign havoc at great speeds and heights. To give even more team play to the game, you dont have to be a good shooter to do well, you can go around and repair turrets or drive a tank and support your forces. As well as setting up defenses in your base or putting mines in areas where the enemy keeps harrasing you. There are 6 types of veichles. Ranging from fighters (shrikes) to bombers to motor cycles and transports and a mobile base. The game is clearly made to support clan warfare because in the menu you can see tribe websites as well as plan fights in the chat rooms. There is also a single player which is basically a tutorial. It has no real storyline though. This game was made for the online play. But if your internet is too slow or your in a lan party, you can put up to 16 bots which are smart but ultimatley not as fun playing with as humans. The game is also made better by allowing players to create their own maps weapons and characters and veichles so you can have a diffrent experience in the same game. The only downside to this though is that sometimes the game will exit in an unhandled expectation. Although this is rare it will really get you mad. Though if you download the patch which is mandatory for online play, it will happen even less. In summary to me this game is a one of a kind that combines team play with action and creativity. although the learning curve is pretty steep you will still love it. buy it or wait for the upcoming sequel tribes: vengeance.

This Game is now free at fileplanet
Unless you badly want a disc copy, this game is now free for download from fileplanet. (www.fileplanet.com)
It's a promotion for the upcoming Tribes: Vengance, which is coming out later this year.

Also, the games younger incarnation, Starsiege: Tribes is also free.

Don't forget, you need a CD key (which you can get for free at the same site) for tribes 2 ... Read more

Asin: B00004TJ2T
Subjects:  1. Two (II)    2. Starsiege    3. Science Fiction (SciFi, Sci Fi)    4. Computer Games    5. Action    6. Shooters (Shooter)    7. Military (Tactics)    8. Havas   

Need for Speed 3: Hot Pursuit (Jewel Case)
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Need for Speed 3: Hot Pursuit puts you behind the wheel of cars as prosaic as the Corvette and exotic as the Lamborghini Diablo. And--in case taking the vehicle of your dreams out for a high-speed spin isn't enough--you can race that car against computer opponents, other players, and the law.

The game has a something-for-everyone design, with an excellent range of racecourses and customization options. Racecourses can be altered to different times of day and weather conditions, varying their level of challenge. The game has a strong commitment to realism, going to extremes to differentiate the cars in appearance, control, and even engine noise. Driving uphill or on rough terrain has predictable (and frustrating, if it costs you a lead!) effects. Pursuit mode, where you can either run from or become the police, is entertaining and heightens the stakes credibly.

Need for Speed 3: Hot Pursuit is not without minor disappointments, chief among them being the lack of an Internet play option (although you can link players over modem and network). Additionally, some of the course shortcuts fail to deliver their promise as time-savers. It also comes with a virtual airbag--no crash is really terminal. This is a common feature of race games, but a strange convention--it contrasts starkly with the game's realistic driving features. You can strike a road sign, spin out and smash a competitor, or even hit a cliff head-on at 120 mph, and none of these accidents is fatal to the car or driver. Instead, players may back up, turn around, and floor it, in hopes of making up lost time and winning the race. --Alyx Dellamonica

Pros:

• Over a dozen high-performance cars
• Fantastic track design
• Innovative pursuit mode
• Customization options

Cons:

• Weather has little effect on handling
• Cars don't show damage when bumped or crashed

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Reviews (23)

Very good game
It's my first race game in a PC. The cars look awesome, with reflections on them like you just had a detaling job. You get a really good feel of the speed and the cop car looks beautiful (a corvette that is). The scenery looks awesome and I really like the acuatica and pacifica tracks. You go through a tunnel that looks like an acuarium with neon plants inside. I wish they had some japanese cars though. The smoke is kind of like NES level, not very good, and the dust too. The rain and the snow effects are amazing though. Your windshield gets snow, mud and rain on in the experieced level and I think that's the real kick. In the beginning mode it's a little monotonous. But start the experience d one and then you get an exciting challenge.
The replay option is good, but the cars look like old carton boxes running around, maybe is my 64 mb video card. But the gameplay is good. (:)

NFS3 sssssuuuucccccckkkkkkkeeeeddddd!
When this game first came out in 1998 (yes it WAS that long ago) everyone loved this game. I got this game about a year ago and on my computer (which was just upgraded) the cars didn't even look like cars, they looked like little colored blobs with black circles with a blob of silver on them for wheels. The graphics were horrible but gameplay is good, Hot Pursuit mode is fun for about two races. Handling is VERY unrealistic, all cars handle like they're on a rail (which could be a good thing for less experienced players which I'm NOT). What I thouht of this game: crappy. What you other computer geeks think: sweet (screw you(:

One of the best PC racing games of all time...
I've spent many hours playing this game.You don't realize its full potential until you start playing it at LAN parties and downloading new cars.There are plenty of cars and tools available and you can't beat the price.Buy it now and add it to your game collection.It's a classic. ... Read more

Asin: B00005AG1H
Subjects:  1. Great Deals (Outlet store)    2. Auto car automobile race racing    3. Computer Games    4. Driving Simulators (Simulation)   

Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit 2
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CD-ROM (21 October, 2002)
list price: $9.99
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Features

• Over 20 of the most coveted licensed exotics
• Be victorious in over 60 different racing events to become the "Champion Road Racer"
• Dynamic lighting and real world reflections bring the cars and tracks to life
• Realistic, detailed environments bring to life elements from the real world - rain, brush fires, sunbeams and dust storms

Reviews (74)

awesome!!!!!
I bought this game about 2 weeks ago and I love it. It is awesome! I use along with it a logitech game controller. If you are looking for a fun racing game buy it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is one botched game, what happened in network play
I wanted to post this just as an FYI for anybody who fell in love with the original hot pursuit.This game's hot pursuit mode is totally heinous.EA really botched it.You can't be the police and chase down bad guys with your buddies over the network.We bought a bunch of copies found this out and sold a bunch of copies totally lame.So just a heads up

Good, but maybe not perfect
I've had NFS III hot pursuit for years, so when I saw the newer version come out I decided to try it.Well... I definitely think it could have been better.The graphics are wonderfully detailed, and I love the 3D effects much better than those of the previous version.However, sometimes they are too much for my computer to handle, and everything gets so jerky it is hard to see what I'm doing.When that happens, the graphics tend to lose their effect.

I've found the system of earning the option to race more tracks to be pretty annoying.Even if I win everytime, it still takes a lot of races around the same old tracks to unlock something new, and that can get pretty discouraging.Also, there is not nearly as much control over car tuning as I would have liked.They all tend to handle about the same, so I really begin to miss the customization features of NFS III.

There are some definite high points, though.The graphics, when they work, are incredible.The music is also really nice - it fits the racing mood perfectly, and has plenty of variety.The cars are fairly highly detailed, and the hot pursuit mode works out pretty well (if not a little too easily for the racer on the run).Overall I would recommend this game, but definitely make sure your computer can easily handle the graphics and make it worth your while. ... Read more

Asin: B00006CRVH
Sales Rank: 1395
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Auto car automobile race racing    3. Driving Simulators (Simulation)   

NASCAR Racing: 2002 Season
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CD-ROM (13 February, 2002)
list price: $19.99
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Editorial Review

Over the history of PC racing, one company has grown to represent quality. Papyrus has always delivered a quality product, meaning the best presentation, realism, and physics. It may not look like it to some, but NASCAR is easily one of the most demanding sports out there, in every way possible. It's about subtle jockeying for position, deft maneuvering, the art of delicately nudging an opponent off course (yet not causing a massive crash like we saw at Daytona 2002, or a fatal crash like in 2001), and again, the reliance on accurate physics. Think about it. You have the track quality, wind and air resistance pushing down on the front of a car and up on the back, the slipstream provided by riding behind the leader, and the contact different wheel surfaces have with the pavement. All are extremely important, yet subtle enough to escape the notice of most fans. If you're one of the fans who does notice when these factors aren't realistic, has Papyrus got a game for you!

NASCAR Racing 2002 comes with all the extras fans expect. Just about all the drivers are here, including Jeff Gordon, Bobby Labonte, Jeff Burton, Tony Stewart, and Dale Jarrett. Their cars are re-created down to the tiny details. And you'll find every NASCAR speedway is present and accounted for. There are 24 tracks total, and this is a bump up of three tracks from 2001.

The graphics are picture perfect and state-of-the-art. The high system requirements (it requires a 16 MB video card) ensure that even with the details turned way down you'll get to see all the cars on the track. Crashes are best avoided, of course, but when they do happen they're spectacular. Smoke, fire, and car pieces rain all around the pileup.

New driver aids are present, including automatic breaking, and a "best path" line to show how to approach the curves. The aids make it easy for new players to get around the track in one piece, while veterans will find some challenging racing ahead with all the aids turned off and the physics set to realistic levels. They say NASCAR is the everyman sport; maybe that's true. NASCAR Racing 2002 Season is certainly a testament to that. --Bob Andrews

Pros:

• Stunning graphics
• Realistic physics

Cons:

• High system requirements

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Reviews (37)

Great, but no longer the best
I have been a fan of Sierras NASCAR series since NASCAR Racing 2.This version is the second best on the market now that NASCAR Racing 2003 has arrived.This one is a much better choice if you don't have a lot of computing power.The physics are second only to the newest 2003 version as well as the graphics.Dale Jr. used this sim in the off season (will probably use 2003 now) and that should be all the testimate you need. :)If you like racing, you'll LOVE this sim.

Soaking the Wallet
Nascar 2002 is the best game I have played. I doubt the 2003 version will hit this home for a long time. My family feels the consumer is getting a bad break for having to pay full price each time Sierra brings out a new game which should be an upgrade, not a new version. Wicked Thumbs up for the game, thumbs down for paying each year to keep up.

Great Game!
This game is a lot of fun right out of the box and is challenging enough to keep it fun for a long time. I really enjoy tweaking my car to the hilt, then racing online against live opponents and takin' it to 'em! ... Read more

Asin: B00005V9PD
Subjects:  1. Havas    2. Computer Games    3. Auto car automobile race racing   

Sierra Sports Viper Racing
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This car racing simulator features the Dodge Viper modeled in exquisite detail. The game is easy to master yet lets experienced racers work their way up through the racing leagues. It also offers the option to customize your car using the paint kit and upgrade your car's components in the garage. ... Read more

Reviews (17)

A great 4-star game
The reason I rated Viper racing 4 stars instead of 5 is because (You'll see if you're the plane) you can drive of the edge of the
earth. Realistic huh? NOT! I also found out that you can do flips. Other than that, Viper racing is a pretty good game. The graphics and sound are REALLY GOOD. Track detail is average.
This is a good game for intermiediate and advanced users.

P.S. In the garage, if you turn (in chassis) Bump to 0-0, rebound to 0-0, springs to 100-100, Anti-lock braking to 47-47 and (in align) height to 20.0-20.0...FEEL THE EFFECT!

Viper Racing 2002
I for one have really enjoyed VR for about 4 years now, the graphics were great back when the game came out and now there even better with all the great car and track addons. we have brought the game a long ways in the past years. the sound of the game was and still is the best i have heard for a pc game no music.. dont need it anyway :) i'd rather listen to the hp of an engine and tires burning rubber around the coners. game play, try racing games like gt3 for ps2 online.. not gona happen. hook up with some friends and get in a 8 player multiplayer game going and hang on to your hats! this game its way worth 10 bucks at any retail store that you can find it at. and now with high res textures it may even get to the point of beating the graphics of gt3.. hmmm =)

Great game
This game is great. It takes racing reality to a new level, for such an old game. I still think that nfs's new releases only equal viper racing, and the capability to create your own cars for the game gives it a whole new perspective. The paintshop and custom made skins on the web are an added bonus. If there's one racing game to go for, its viper racing.
-edit- Be sure to look for my addon Mach 1 Mustang, with realistic wheelbase dimensions, Mustang sounds, drag tires, and custom rims! ... Read more

Asin: B00001LCDK
Subjects:  1. Car (Cars, Auto, Automobile)    2. Race (Racing)    3. Havas    4. Computer Games    5. Auto car automobile race racing    6. Driving Simulators (Simulation)   

2002 FIFA World Cup
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (25 April, 2002)
list price: $39.99 -- our price: $14.98
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Featuring 16 of the best leagues and more than 75 national teams, 2002 FIFA World Cup brings the game of the world to your fingertips. You will execute curling corner kicks, awesome slide tackles, shots from the top of the box, crunching challenges, and palm-wringing penalty kicks.

Among the major enhancements to this version is the passing system--the core of any real soccer (football) game. It now emulates the same decisions made in a real match. Gamers can place the ball anywhere on the field of play, resulting in an immensely increased repertoire of developing plays. Teammates now make long up-field runs, diagonal runs through the midfield, and streaks across the back of an opponent's defense. They'll call for the ball as they break, letting you know to pass to the space ahead of them.

EA Sports also totally rewrote the AI. The AI now searches for space and key weaknesses in your team's positioning, and will make off-the-ball runs or build up intelligent passing plays before striking a precise through ball behind your last line. Depending on the difficulty level, the AI will create a much more interesting and challenging opponent than in previous versions. ... Read more

Reviews (9)

I am surprised there isn't a zero stars option!
I love playing sports games, but this is the most boring game I have ever played in my entire lifetime.I only did one soccer game, and I turned it off within five minutes.Trust me, don't waste your money on this dumb video game!

Don't waste your money!
THIS GAME IS NO GOOD!The case lies and shows that there is neat graphics for the game when actually it is a blur!The people are really fuzzy.The action is sluggish and the people move slowly.The introduction is cool but unfortunately that is the best part...it all goes downhill from there.Don't waste your money on this game.EA can do better than this!

Only so much to improve but...
EA is the leader in sports related games. With Madden and their soccor games they have truly led the way in the team sports market of video games. Their soccer games have been great, but have remained basically the same for the last 3 years. This version actually attempts, but fails in adding that extra something. The shooting is absurd, the longer you hold the button the stronger the kick. This makes no sense...you can physically kick harder with a swift boot, not rev-up and slow down. As usual the goal-keeping in EA soccer games is terrible. You have little to no control a goalie...it is a real bummer.

Nothing new here, just the same material released the previous 3-5 years. ... Read more

Asin: B00006409N
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Sony Playstation (Play station)    3. PSX (PS1 PSOne PS (1 one I)    4. Sports Soccer    5. Great Deals (Outlet store)   

FIFA 2000
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Reviews (34)

Could use some improvements...
The only reason why I bought this game, is because I LOVE football.However, a few game-play flaws are evident.For instance, I can't just lob it in a general direction, and have my strikers chase after it.But I also know that 2001 and 2002 are out, but they won't fit on my computer.But I'll take my football in anyway that I can get it!

Lots of fun, even if arcadish
Like NHL 2001, this was one of the first games I bought for my new computer.Once you get a hang of the controls, its wicked easy to play.I know some people complain about the through-passing control; personally, it doesn't work all the time, but most of the time you can execute it nicely.The options for gameplay are excellent, although one wonders why MLS is not included in league mode?If you don't know the cheats for this game, get them online somewhere, they're a riot even if you don't use them all the time...EA Sports has definitely improved on this with 2001, and sounds like it made 2002 even more like real soccer.but it doesn't have to be completely real to be enjoyable!When FIFA 2002 comes out I will probably buy it.But at the same time, I'll always have 2000 on my shelf.Thanks alot EA Sports!

FIFA 2000
I have to admit I haven't tried any other FIFA game so I cannot compare FIFA 2000 to its predecessors (or its successors). But I have played Worldwide Soccer and FIFA 2000 is a lot better than that game. Worldwide Soccer seemed to much of a "kids" game whereas FIFA is more "grown-up". The American commentary probably sounds like something you hear from some of the "less-spectacular" sporting events you see on ESPN but I do prefer it over the British commentary. As far as the graphics, they are good. I have no problems with the game play, although in the more "challenging" modes (that is, other than amateur) the referee does seem kind of tough on calls. I did have a problem though playing the game at first. After I selected my control, the game will not go into the game but instead go back into Windows with a "device error" message. I solved this problem by reinstalling the program via the reinstall option of the FIFA 2000 Main Menu. ... Read more

Asin: B00001IVB8
Sales Rank: 6095
Subjects:  1. fifa2000    2. Computer Games    3. Sports Simulators (Simulation)    4. Soccer   

FIFA 99
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Official soccer game with the FIFA seal of approval. Emphasis is on realistic sights and sounds. ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Great game
Pros:

1. Good internet multi-player options. 2. Realistic play. 3. Excellent cup set-up etc. 4. Loads of teams to choose from.

Cons:

1. Too big a difficulty gap between begginer and intermediate levels. 2. Subs take too long to come on. 3. Flawed transfer system: no rejection (although you do have a money limit, unlike some games).

Great Soccer game!
I love this game!My computer's a little slow (I'm running on minimum requirements) but the game works fine.You can hook up a game controller to your computer and play from that.I tried it.It's great, except withthe game controller I have I can't do a few special moves (I think it'ssomething wrong with the controller, though.It sometimes messes up onother games.)If you have the special controller, you can play againstsomeone else on the same computer.You can also play against them on anetwork, and I think you can online (but I haven't tried that.)You cansave your best shots, your greatest moves, whatever, and see instantreplays of them any time!You can make your own team (It's not invincible;each player has a certain number of skill points that can be distributed todifferent categories.You can even change players' names and uniforms!) You can do tournaments, and with three levels of play, you can move up (onthe lowest level, you can outrun the other team.It's good for learninghow to play, but also pretty cheap.Fortunately, on the higher levels theother team can really run!)You can do lots of trick shots, or purposelyfoul the other team.You can change the settings so that your playersnever get tired out, or so that the ref doesn't give you red cards forfouls.You can change the stadium you play in, the time of day you playin, and even the weather (have you ever played a soccer game in the snow? be careful not to confuse snowflakes with soccer balls.)In addition toall that, you can change the camera views from a view from the goal to asky-high view to even a view where you ARE the ball (that's fun!)Whateveryou choose, you'll have a great time, and you can never really beat thegame, since there's always a higher skill level to play against.You'llalways have a satisfying game of soccer.

Se siente un poco mejor que el FIFA 2000
La diferencia entre el 99 y el 2000 desde mi óptica es el detalle en losjugadores (que en el 2000 es muy distinto) y los movimientos del 99 que sonmucho más "smooth", el game play de este juego es fenomenal, nodeja que te marees... :) Aparte, no cuesta nada! ... Read more

Asin: B000028U1V
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Sports Simulators (Simulation)    3. Soccer   

3-D Ultra Radio Control Racer (Jewel Case)
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Blobs of ectoplasm, angry Rottweilers, and sneaky lawn dwarfs are just afew of the obstacles you'll encounter playing 3-D Ultra Radio ControlRacers. This racing game boasts lush graphics, customization options thataccommodate the clueless as well as the hardcore racer, and plenty of fun-lovingattitude. This is the only CD-ROM we've encountered where we must endure bothchicken attacks and an announcer blaring, "What a pathetic display!" as we limpacross the finish line dead last.

Racers can use the keyboard, a joystick, or the mouse to control theremote-control car they chose. The keyboard option is extremely squirrelly, mousing iseasier, and, well, there's a reason joysticks are called what they are. Playerscan race the computer, go solo around the tracks, race another player, or get ona circuit and race for "money" that they can use to buy upgrades for theirvehicles. For the truly helpless, there's a controlled steering option thatdrives the car around the track automatically as the player supplies theacceleration. Players also have the option of enabling or disabling power-ups onthe tracks--pick these up and your car can inflict bottle rockets, oil slicks,electrical arcs, and more on opponents. There are also a couple of nonracinggames: a soccer game with cars as players, and battle ball, a game in whichplayers use their cars to hit balls into a pit.

This Windows-only game's strongest points are the 16 tracks that range fromsimple to insane, and the way players can manipulate the program to suit andsatisfy a wide range of racing skills. Racing-impaired testers had fun avoidingdemented lawn dwarfs in Backyard, and dodging wayward amphibians that hop out ofFrog Pond. Meanwhile, tracks like Haunted and Aztec challenged the truegearheads. Just watch out for that nasty chicken on Hillbilly Hill. --AnneErickson ... Read more

Reviews (4)

very fun game for all ages!
3D Ultra RC Racers is a great game!The graphics are excellent with richly rendered "top down" views.There are eight tracks of various difficultly levels from "easy" to "insane".I normally do single races but you can also progress thru a season where you gain money by winning races and can upgrade your RC car.You can choose from four types of vehicles with multiple paint schemes each and can play against a friend or the computer.It ran flawlessly even on my old system (233 mhz) and has different resolutions; 800x600 looks great!This is an awesome game for any age esp. if you have had experience with real RC cars.Check this out for sure!

Totaly Awesome !
I have been into Radio Control Cars for several years and this game is about as close as you can get to the real thing. I do recomend a gamepad or a rc wheel type controler. If you do purcahse this game, make sure to visitthe Sierra web site and get the patch. It adds a paint editor that lets youadd your own paint jobs.

Lots of fun for two people
I have many car programs.The key for me is that I want to be able to enjoy the game and I want my 3-year old to be able to play it by himself.Using Midtown Madness and Monster Truck Race as my normal games of choice.

As a huge positive, I truely enjoy being able to play with two people atthe same time on the same computer.However it would be nice to have thechoice of playing on the same screen, rather than only using the splitscreen (though I understand the necessity when the two racers are atdifferent parts of the course).The eight tracks are enjoyable anddifferent...can be a lot of fun, though when the dog jumps out to eat myson's car he gets a little scared.

My biggest complaint is the problem'sI have when using my joystick to play, it is so screwy that I usually justuse the keyboard to steer.

Overall I give the game a 4, it is a lot offun, though the serious gamer might get bored with it after a while.Ilove the extra features you can pick up like firecrackers and rockets toshoot at the other cars. ... Read more

Asin: B00001XDV2
Subjects:  1. Car (Cars, Auto, Automobile)    2. Havas    3. Computer Games    4. Driving Simulators (Simulation)   

Dungeon Siege: Legends of Aranna Expansion Pack
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CD-ROM (11 November, 2003)
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• Improved group gameplay; play through with friends and complete all the quests together
• Includes a full version of the original Dungeon Siege. Journey through 9 spectacular areas as you solve a mystery in the world of Aranna
• The adventure reveals the origins, lives, and eventual downfall of the ancient Utraean civilization
• Featuring a new part of the world to explore, treasures to loot, and mysteries to unlock
• Experience fantastic creatures to battle, weapons to wield, armor for protection, and more

Reviews (26)

disappointed
Unfortunately this game is rated as working on the XP.The expansion does work on the XP.And is very good.The reason I don't rate the game higher is that the origional Dungeon Seige starts working, but then around the mid point it crashes.It replaces the screen with squares of green.Once they appear, nothing can be done.I E-mailed Microsoft and the developers and they insisted that I just had to erase the game from the computer and then reload the game onto the computer. It then crashed the same way.I gave up after three crashes.But as I say, the expansion does work and is quite fun.The main game is also fun until it crashes.

Not just an expansion pack
Dungeon Siege: Legends of Aranna is not just an expansion pack. It also offers the original title Dungeon Siege, so those of you that plan on purchasing it, don't. Save yourself the money and just buy this game, you will get both at a great price.
Legends of Aranna is everything Dungeon Siege should have been from the beginning. There's more character dialogue and the story is a lot richer. The game does, however, retain it's linear characteristic and the excessive point-and-click style of combat.
New characters, new plot, new items, new spells and weapons and a whole lot more.
This rpg is well worth the money.

A great game on many levels
Ok, first off, let me defuse a few misconceptions about DS: Many people find it boring because you just gather stuff and party members and walk up to creatures and let the computer take over. This is true, but only with the default settings. There is a control panel that lets you adjust this behavior in many ways. You can play it the default way or all-manual (very hard to do) or any number of ways in-between.

Now then, on to the bad: The UI can be hard to control. Whenever you are in a tight area, the camera wants to move into a safe position, so as soon as you move the mouse away from the edge of the screen, the camera "bobs up" to look down at your character(s). This can really throw off your ability to manage the character(s). Also, the excitement of doing something new is often tainted by the fact that it's a thin modification of the previous steps. I like the cut-scenes and the puzzles, I just wish there were more of them.

Ok, so the good: The AI players make life a lot easier, and once you get the hang of managing the AI's settings this game can be a joy. Also, there are tons of ways to play and strategies that you can use. The magic system alone lets you play the game in dozens of different ways. The weapons and armor are just complex enough (just a bit more than Diablo) to make you think about how you want to equip your characters. It's often a hard choice, and I like that in a video game.... your milage may vary. Creatures have various advantages and disadvantages over you, and you need to figure out each one to know how to attack. Overall, it's a very good game, but not one for people who just want to plow forward and finish in a few days (you could, but you would miss a lot and the game would not be as fun).

PS: This review is actually for the basic game, not the expansion, but I'm mostly responding to other points that people have made that are the same for either or both. ... Read more

Asin: B0000DC678
Sales Rank: 212
Subjects:  1. Computer Role Playing Games (Game, rpgs, rpg, crpg, crpgs)   

3-D Ultra Radio Control Racers Deluxe: Traxxas Edition
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CD-ROM (09 August, 2000)
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3-D Ultra has done it again with Radio Control Racers Traxxas Edition, the intense new update to the hot-selling 3-D Radio Control Racers. Eight new tracks take you to the next level. Two completely new game modes push radio control racing to new heights. And now you can fully customize your vehicle to make your ride look as good as it performs. Put your racer to the test on 16 tracks of insane jumps, twisting turns, and off-the-wall pitfalls. Race on three indoor tracks including the Traxxas Raceway with real Traxxas intensity. Exotic plants, ancient ruins, and lava appear everywhere you go on the Aztec track. From bumper-car action to roller-coaster-style turns, you'll get your thrills on the 3-D Ultra Thrillride track. The bonus game mode RC Soccer will have you spinning your wheels on the turf for hours on end while bonus Battle Ball puts you in the pit against the odds. Go for the cup with circuit racing or jump into a quick race with no qualifying required. ... Read more

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r/cacing just like the real thing
Being a veteran r/c racer I came across the demo and played it. The way the cars sound and act on the track is the best simulation of r/c racing I have ever seen and, the best part is that its made by traxxas. Traxxas is one of the top dogs in the r/c racing scene.In fact my first pure bred top of the line race truck was a Traxxas blue eagle. The graphics are not the most mind blowing thats out there but if you have ever been in the sport. This game is a must have. I give it a 10. ... Read more

Asin: B00004TJCI
Subjects:  1. Havas    2. Computer Games    3. Driving Simulators (Simulation)   

Re-Volt
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That whirring "squeeeeeeee" sound you hear is the sound of your inner remote-control car, revving its engine and spinning its little rubber tires in an attempt to get you to buy Re-Volt.

Here's what happens if you take your inner minicar's advice: You'll spend your first race laughing hysterically, spinning out of control to smash into curbs, the tires of parked cars, and other relatively gigantic hazards of the suburban streets. By your second race, you'll be conscious that part of your problem is that the cars competing with you are forcing you into oil slicks and blasting you thigh-high with rockets they're grabbing from the pick-up icons scattered around the track. When you've got a grip on what you're in for, you'll go back to the selection of eight cars available to rookie drivers and choose one whose acceleration, top speed, and weight seem to suit your driving style.

Wait a minute--weight? Yup, in just one example of how Re-Volt lovingly models tiny-car physics, weight plays a huge role in how your car jumps, how likely it is to land on all four of its tires instead of its hood when it gets flipped, how it fares in collisions, and how much traction it gets in gravel or sand.

You'll be lucky if sand and gravel are the worst things you have sprayed in your face. The tracks loop through many splendidly rendered environments, including burb-land streets, a supermarket, a toy store, a ghost town, and a natural-history museum. You'll never get a chance to enjoy the scenery during a race, so you've got two options. If you're alone, choose the replay feature after your race and enjoy different angles on the action every time. If you've got company, let a friend play, and ogle the beautiful 3-D scenery over their shoulder.

If your friends are like ours, they'll thank you by buying their own copy so that they can play against you online! And speaking of online access, make sure to visit www.revolt.com and download Acclaim's patch for the game. Without the patch, several tracks won't work right. With the patch, all will be well.

So go ahead--listen to your inner mini-muscle car! When someone manufactures a game with a charming premise, scintillating graphics, and game play that's this much fun, you start wondering why so many other games settle for so much less. --Rob Heinsoo

Pros:

• Fun, fun, fun
• Slick graphics
• Devoted online following

Cons:

• Patch required to access all the tracks properly
• Clunky option and setup menus

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Reviews (11)

Don't have to recharge the batteries
As an avid R/C car hobbyist, I love this game.Though it's a few years old, I have not found another PC videio game that equals or exceeds the level of fun playing this game.On the PC, the graphis are stunning.
Every winter when it's to wet and rainy outside for me to run my real R/C cars, I fall back to playing Re-Volt.Buy a copy and play online.

the best game the world
This is the racing in game the world. You go around driving a rc car. There are many cars and coures to chose from. there 7 chioes to keep you busy. that is all

Childhood Re-Visited by Re-volt
I found this game at a yard sale and unfortunitly it had a small scratch that made the game freeze up while i was playing the first track. So what did I do... Got ticked and went out and bought a new version of the game. It is one of the best games I got for for the money, being that alot of games nowadays are a little on the pricey side.After showing it to my 2 neighbors... they went out and bought their own copies and now we will stay up late into the night racing against each other (much to our wives dis-approvement) But each of us at one time or another either had a cheepy (or expensive) R/C car or knew someone who did. This game not only supplies that need for a fun game.... but also that racing need.The only thing that would make this game a total winner would be a Controller to hook into the computer that looks and feels like a real R/C car controller. The other good thing about this game is you don't have to sit there and wait for you battieries to recharge. ( LOL ) ... Read more

Asin: B00002NDF5
Subjects:  1. Car (Cars, Auto, Automobile)    2. Revolt    3. Computer Games    4. Driving Simulators (Simulation)   

Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance (Jewel Case)
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CD-ROM (15 April, 2002)

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Star Wars: X-Wing Alliance casts you as the youngest son of the Azzameen family, a merchant dynasty operating in a galaxy far, far away. The game is set in the turbulent time period between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Caught amid increasing tensions between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance, with business rivals watching for any sign of weakness, the Azzameens are on the edge of financial ruin. Worse, their Rebel sympathies may endanger their very survival.

As the family's newest pilot, you fly tutorial missions at first, under the supervision of your sister Aeron and the droid Emkay. But even as you are training, the situation heats up. Before long, the family has been betrayed, your space station has been seized, and you're forced to turn to the Rebellion. Though the game's focus is on combat, the development of this story is tight and suspenseful.

The story and the merchant/smuggler setting give the game plenty of variety. One mission may have you piloting a loaded freighter through an Imperial blockade, while another may place you in the cockpit of an X-Wing on a hit-and-run raid against an enemy battle station. Every ship, every weapon, every sound effect is pure Star Wars, totally faithful to the look--and feel--of the movies. This extends to the missions themselves: nothing works as planned, but somehow you and your Rebel allies manage to make it all the way to the climactic Battle of Endor. If you've distinguished yourself in the earlier missions, hot pilots will get the chance to take the controls of the Millennium Falcon and cram a torpedo into the gut of the Emperor's second Death Star.

Controlling the fighters, freighters, and transports in X-Wing Alliance is easy, with all the options you'd expect in a Star Wars simulation. Shield, engine, and weapon power levels are all adjustable, so you, too, can transfer all power to front deflector screens while attacking, or shut down power to weapons to outrun a swarm of TIE fighters. Novice players may find it difficult to control wingmen or to keep track of the changing objectives when missions go sour. But practice makes perfect, and the truly frustrated can simply skip up to three missions without penalty.

With a modest learning curve and graphics that put you right in the milieu of the Star Wars films, X-Wing Alliance will have you flying combat missions for the Rebel Alliance in no time--and loving every minute of it. --Alyx Dellamonica

Pros:

• Loving attention to detail
• Fantastic sound effects and John Williams's music
• Interesting and changing mission objectives
• Wide variety of spacecraft

Con:

• Occasional bugs within missions can render them unwinnable

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Reviews (18)

Best game for even this timeline.
What can I say? This game is absolutly the best of the best. The older X-Wing and Tie Fighters had choppy controls I think, and the option to litteraly play the mission from the film room took away. Why would it do that? Anyways, I've turned my head towards the flight sims of Star Wars, because I have been thoroughly dissapointed by almost every Jedi game. Dark Forces II and Mysteries of the Sith were great, but Jedi Outcast really took away the challenges. The only 3 Jedi games I'm actually proud of owning are Dark Forces II, MotS and KOTOR. But Alliance still flys rings around them. Graphics don't make the game, and this is the perfect example. Yes, an older game, but the replay value is always a 5. Different stuff happens, you don't just do the same thing over again. This game offers such a challenge that even I sometimes must flee from a battle. The only real problem I saw was in the Death Star, where either you had to be your slowest or probably had to have mastery of the force in your own body just to evade the obsticles. But overall, great game, and I wouldn't trade it in for a million dollars.

Star Wars X-wing Alliance
This is a great game, starting after the Battle of Hoth with the Azzameen family and ending with the Battle of Endor with the Rebel Alliance.There were so many types of ships, and different missions. It has great Chapters with bonus footage. Ilove it!

The Most Excellent Star Wars Game
I was a fan of the first X-Wing game, and, immediately purchased this game upon its release in 1999.The inclusion of the Battle of Endor at the end was the selling point.Ever since, I have not needed another computer game!The other reviews have pretty much spoken for the game's plot and basic features, so I won't comment on those.This game, despite its age, is simply one of the best flight simulator type game out there!

If there is one way to describe this game, its detail!From the complicated story, of which you feel a part of, to the 3-D ships, to all the stuff that happens in the missions it is simply incredible!In the heat of a difficult mission, I have often lost myself in the game, only to shudder when returning to reality!

There are over 50 different family business and Rebel Alliance missions.In these you fly YT-1300 (Milinium Falcon type) freighters, Z-95s, X-wings, A-Wings, B-Wings and Y-wings.Compared with all past games, there is alot of function.You can dock with capital ships, carry containers, operate gun turrets on the freighters and fly through space stations.Space battles are replicated down to the smallest details - sunglare, blast shockwave, large debris, even ejected pilots!You have the ability to communicate with the pilots in your squadron, and there is a variety of "comm chatter" that you get from them!

I have beaten the game twice (it takes a long, long time).The final treat is that you get to fly the Milinium Falcon in the Battle of Endor (the big space battle in Return of the Jedi), complete with a VERY challenging run through the Death Star's interior!Strap on your flight helmets...

In addition to the missions, there is a "flight simulator" section where you can review past tour of duty missions as well as create your own missions!Here you can fly most of the starfighters (Rebel, Imperial, Pirate, Civilian, etc.) see elsewhere in the game.There is a third "Pilot Proving Grounds" section where you can fly Rebel starfighters through a series of mazes and obstacles while competing for the best time.In between Tours, there are some excellent cut scenes.You also earn awards in the Rebel missions and gather various "souviners" during your family missions.

This review has gotten way too long and no one is going to read it anyways, however, X-Wing Alliance is a supurb effort put out by Lucas Arts Entertainment and is well worth the purchase! ... Read more

Asin: B000059P75
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Action    3. Shooters (Shooter)    4. Space Simulators (Simulation)    5. Science Fiction (Sci-Fi, scifi)   

Star Wars: Rogue Squadron (Jewel Case)
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CD-ROM (15 April, 2002)
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Great Game
This is one of the first games I bought for my first computer and it's one of the best star wars flying games ever. The graphics are good for the time it was made, and the missions are awsome but the game would have been better if there were more of them. I highly recommend getting this game.

NOTE:If you buy this game through the amazon.com's store(buying it new from amazon superstore instead of used from someone else)the game will ship in 1 TO 2 WEEKS

Anyone remeber how cool this was?
I sure as heck can't be the only one.The gameplay is not much compared to some of the newer games like Jedi Outcast or KOTOR but it was a wonderful attempt and a lot better than some Lucas Arts games even produced today.

OOMPAWAMPA!!!
Just say "oompawampa" (or rather type it in the settings as a password) and suddenly, any frustrations you might have with getting through some of the early levels, are gone.Because with "oompawampa," you open up the whole game, try any level, any time.Until I found that little "cheat," though I loved (and do love) this game, I kept getting stuck on one of the earlier levels.Now, just by using that little weird word, I can play any level, any time.As can you!

And that's really where the beauty and greatness of this game can really be seen in all of its glory.Sure, the later levels are tough.But they are all rendered in beautiful 3d graphics and with the great John Williams soundtrack music, the special effects and audio, if you're looking for a Star Wars game and an arcade style space shooter, look no farther.For the price they are asking for this today, this is a must for anyone's PC game collection, and especially if you but barely LIKE anything Star Wars.

Each level has its own various pleasures.While none take place completely in space, a lot feature a lot of stars.Try the Jade Moon level to see what I mean.The volcano level is also a joy to behold.There is also one taking place in high altitude futuristic city platforms amongst clouds set against deep orange and red skies.In all levels, you will battle a number of different enemies, including Tie Fighters, stationary ground guns, giant walkers, and various others.Basically, the WHOLE idea here is shoot anything that moves and watch the 3d sparks and colors fly.Though, watch out for your own troops, ships, buildings, and other allies.Don't shoot them unless you want an early end to the level, though if you do, it is kind of fun to hear your rebel friends say things like "Skywalker, what the heck are you doing?!" or "When we get back to base, we're going to have a little discussion about your methods, Luke."

You don't really need any kind of super-computer to play this.Look at the specs.But the graphics nonetheless are nothing short of spectacular to behold.In fact, while trying to chase tie fighters down or go after walkers and other dark side servants of the evil empire, you may just get sidetracked by the visual eye-candy here.It's a stunning looking game, and for one already a few years old, believe it, the "look" of this game is just as good as anything out there, and better than most.

This is a very simple game to start right in on.The first level in which you fight imperial droid machines and later a few scattered tie fighters, is easy enough to finish after a try or two, but there is a "medal" system here also, where you are always, regardless of level, trying to get a gold, silver, or bronze.So, even if you beat various levels (and I've only beaten three so far), you can always go back and go for the gold, or the silver, or a bronze.Replay value here?In spades!

I own several PC games including the older X-Wing, but this is the CD I always keep popping back into my CD-Rom drive when I just plain want to have some fun.There is a convoluted "story" to this I would guess, and in various levels you sort of pick up where you left off in previous missions, but each level (once you OOMPAWAMPA the game in settings) really does stand on its own, and that's why the secret word is so important.On an early level, I was getting so frustrated in trying to complete the mission (even after downing dozens of tie fighters and taking out various other enemy guns), that I became rather sour on the game for awhile.I wanted to see the other levels, wanted to play them, even if they were way above my young Jedi starfighter head.Well, the net is surely a great place to find cheats, and when you oompawampa it, the masterpiece that is this game becomes quickly apparent.As in any game, the further you go, the harder it gets, and though I never really get too far in the magnificant DEATH STAR TRENCH RUN final level (looking almost as good as the film from the original movie), it's nice to at least try.

But all levels are great and each are unique in their own ways both visually and in their challenges.I do heavily recommend you have a basic digital gamepad or good joystick for this as the harder stuff would be much too difficult on a keyboard, but if you are in any way a Star Wars fan, and don't have a super powerful computer, and want to take the ride of your life every now and then in strange and beautiful alien worlds, blasting everything in sight, you MUST GET THIS GAME!Once you open it up with the secret word (and there are many other ones too that you can use in addition like WOOKIEPELT to fly the Millenium Falcon!), this is such a fun game that it will I'm sure, always be either in your CD rom drive, or close at hand to pop back in for some more rounds.

This is, without a doubt, the best PC game, PERIOD, I have ever bought or played.The visual effects are stunning throughout, the music is great (though you can turn down the music volume and put on anything you like, for instance, the soundtrack to Phantom Menace or Attack of the Clones to give RS an up to date feel), the voice acting and cut scenes are good, and well, jeez, I really can't think of a negative thing to say about this game.

Have a gamepad or joystick?Have a half decent computer (again, see the low specs required)?Have some good headphones to pump up the music and effects?Want to chase tie fighters around deep canyons and while zipping around futuristic city buildings, and blow them up over almost endless, beautifully rendered 3d alien worlds?What are you waiting for then?Get it now!You won't regret it.And always remember, may the force be with you... ... Read more

Asin: B000063N9P
Sales Rank: 546
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Action    3. Shooters (Shooter)    4. Space Simulators (Simulation)    5. Science Fiction (Sci-Fi, scifi)    6. Star Wars (Starwars)   

Test Drive 4
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CD-ROM (16 November, 1999)
list price: $49.99
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This game is very bad
Test Drive 4 is a stupid game. Every time I start it my car goes really slow at thhhhe very beginning while everyone else passes by.Every car in the game does this,unless you start slow instead of slamming down on the go button. And you still lose. I'm glad I gave my friend Pok'emon cards for it instead of buying it.

Burnin' rubber!
This sweet game really "drives you up the wall" with all of the cars and levels on it! It's for all ages, but only for people who love cars, and really hot ones at that!!!! This game is a must have for all people who like to Test Drive cars, screeching the tires, and burnin' rubber, all at the same time!!! ... Read more

Asin: B000038I9V
Sales Rank: 10611
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Sony Playstation (Play station)    3. PSX (PS1 PSOne PS (1 one I)    4. Ground race racer racing car auto automobile   

Carnivores
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On a routine exploration mission in 2190 A.D., science vessel FMM UV discovered a planet with suitable climate for humankind. During the initial scouting expedition, this young planet, code-named FMM UV-32, was declared inhospitable for colony life, due to its unstable terrain and immense population of prehistoric reptiles. News of this amazing planet spread, and articles on the "Dinosaur Planet" lead an earth corporation to purchase the rights to the planet and create DinoHunt Corp. DinoHunt creates the opportunity for paying customers to become dinosaur hunters for the first time in 50 million years. You are the newest client of DinoHunt Corp. Each location is unique, with varying difficulties and terrain. The new hunter will be given three choices, with two more added for the advanced hunter, and a final area for the expert hunter, for a total of six locations. Keep in mind that regardless of which dinosaur you choose to hunt, there are others living on the islands that do not appear on your radar. You may be hunting a Stegosaurus and be surprised by a Velociraptor! ... Read more

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Suprisingly good budget shooter
I've only bought two budget games (those cheesy ones that sell for less then twenty dollars) in my life.One was a mind-numbingly awful shark hunter game, and the other was Carnivores.To my suprise (Which is still intact today), Carnivores is a suprisingly good budget shooter, well worth its bargin bin price.

Carnivores takes place in the far future, where you are the newest client of a dino-hunting corporation that's set up on a planet in space.Yes, the story is non-existant, but at least they tried to give a solid reason why you're hunting dinosaurs with a shotgun.

For your dino hunting adventures, you get to hunt with three weapons.A shotgun thats powerful (but very noisy), a silent crossbow that features a complex aiming system, and the powerful but limited sniper rifle.Although you only get three weapons, thats more then enough for plenty of dinosaur hunting action.One feature I really liked is that you can choose to hunt with sedative rounds (tranquilizers), which puts your prey to sleep instead of killing it, thus earning you more points.

The dinosaurs you hunt are varied, each offering a uniuqe challenge.The Parasarlophosis for example, is harmless, but has an excellent sense of hearing and can detect you from a mile away, making it almost impossible to find one.The Triceratops is peaceful, but if you disturb it (or shoot it) from close range, its going to come after you and stomp you to death.And of course, the meat eating dinosaurs want to eat you, and all of them have excellent senses of smell, so be carefull!

To make your hunt easier, you can equip items and equipment such as camoflage, scent reducing chemicals, and a very handy radar.Bear in mind though, that using the equipment will lower your score (you get points by killing or sedating your target dinosaurs).

The world of Carnivores is quite amazing to walk through.Although the graphics are average at best, each world feels alive and vibrant.Lush tropical forests, desolate deserts, jungles, beaches, ancient temples, and even a pyramid or two are some of the places you'll encounter on your journey.Other dinosaurs such as Galamimuses walk around, looking for food and running from you when you fire or get too close.The audio portion of the game is excelent.Birds and insects squack and screetch in jungles, desolate and lonely wind blows across the deserts.A lake splashes under a late afternoon sky.A T-rex roars in the distance.All of it adds up to a rich and imersive atmosphere.

Suprisingly, Carnivores is a scary game.Unlike games where you hunt Bambi or turkeys, the dinosaurs in the game fight back!If a meat eater sees you, it will stop at nothing (literaly) to get to you.If you're hunting a stegosaur, theres a good chance you might run across a velociraptor (who will immediatly come after you).There were several moments during my playtime where I lunged out of the chair in fright!Such as the time I had an Allosaur lined up in my crosshairs, and I was suddenly ambushed and killed by a velociraptor from behind.Staying on your toes and remaining alert will save your life many times. And when you first hunt the T-rex?Be prepared to be scared out of your wits.The first time I sounded the T-rex roar, I jumped out of my seat!(When you hear a T-rex roar, RUN!Not that it will do you any good).

Other little touches add nice depth.If you want to leave a hunt, you have to go through a brief waiting period ("Preparing for evacuation"), meaning that if you're being chased by a hungry dinosaur, you cant just leave the game instantly.You can change the amount of dinosaurs in a hunting area to suit your tastes (fancy hunting three T-rex's at once?).There's even a feature where you can view your trophies in a hunting room.

I do have a few complaints with the game though.Hunting the meat eaters (the velociraptor and Allosaurus) is more difficult then it should be, due to the fast walking speed of the creatures.They walk very fast, making it extremly difficult to line up a head shot (which you need to kill them), meaning that you'll die many times due to one missed shot.This may be realistic, but it does get annoying.There could also be some dino vs dino struggles that could take place.Its a bit strange to see a Stegosaurus calmly eating some grass while a gigantic T-rex thunders right past it (ignoring the stegosaurus as well).My other complaint is once you unlock all the weapons, stages, and dinosaurs, you really dont have anything else to do except just keep playing over and over again, meaning that the game can get repettitive.

But in the end, Carnivores is a suprisingly good budget game that I dont hesitate to recommend.If you find it for under ten dollars, I'd get it.Its a great bargin.

Great Game!
I you like hunting games, you'll love this. The only thing i don't like is that it's confusing. When you look in the options thing, the way to control the game's controls is confusing. But after a while, it should be ok for you.

Hunting dinos is pretty fun!
If you don't mind JP violence like raptor eating you alive, you won't mind carnivores. Good graphics, good Sound affects, and lots of fun. I think however it is to hard to shoot the dinosaurs, because the either see,smell,hear,or eat you first even with the special como stuff you can get at the beginig.
Get it if you like to hunt dinos. ... Read more

Asin: B00002S6ED
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Action    3. Shooters (Shooter)    4. Sports Simulators (Simulation)    5. Hunting   

3-D Ultra Cool Pool
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CD-ROM

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3D Ultra Cool Pool has all of your all-time favorites and five new games that could only exist on a computer. ... Read more

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3-D Ultra Cool Pool review
This has to be one of the most realistic pool sims I have seen.
It's online feature allows one to play a netork game that is just as responsive as if you were playing it on your desktop.
Too bad that whenever Sierra has a 5 star game winner they put it on the dicontinued list.

The Best
i was a player twice on this game for 2 years and it is hard to find it today.is it popular? is it out of stock? This game is for every person out there who likes computer gaming.

Very Good...For A Computer Sport Game
This game is a very good game. Its lots of fun and its realistic. The only problem is the AI is very difficult to beat! ... Read more

Asin: B00001XDV4
Subjects:  1. Havas    2. Computer Games    3. Pool    4. Sports Simulators (Simulation)   

Sudden Strike
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CD-ROM (26 January, 2001)

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Sudden Strike's realistic terrain and soldier and vehiclegraphics make it one of the most visually impressive WWII strategy games we'veever seen. The gameplay follows the simple conventions of real-time strategygames like Command & Conquer or StarCraft, except you don't haveto harvest resources in Sudden Strike.

The problem with the game is that it may be too simple. The point of SuddenStrike is to grab hold of your units (and to the game's credit there is awide variety of units to control) and fling them at the enemy en masse. Thislack of strategic depth isn't a fatal flaw; most strategy games of this stripeusually devolve into that sort of battle. But the unit pathfinding is poor andit gets frustrating watching your own troops get stuck on trees or wander allover the battlefield trying to get to where you want them to go. This weakartificial intelligence is especially evident when you play the single-playergame against the computer. It just cannot mount a well-conceived assault tosaveits silicon life.

Yet the maps are attractive and there are about 40 missions to play. Combatgetsintense with up to 1,000 units on the field, and things do blow up real good.You can portray the Russians, Germans, Americans, or Polish as well. Varietyandgenerous multiplayer options (up to 12 players), coupled with attractivegraphics, might win over strategy players new to the real-time scene, butveterans aren't going to be wowed by this weak graphical blitzkrieg.--AndrewS. Bub

Pros:

• Attractive graphics
• Simple, straightforward gameplay

Cons:

• Overly simplistic gameplay
• Bad artificial intelligence

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It's a frustratingly mixed bag.
This game is both good and bad, so although it is frustrating you will find yourself coming back to it more than once.

To its credit the game gives you a mass of units and unit types making it enticing to WWII buffs.Everything on the map explodes nicely and for the most part the sounds are above average (except for the previously mentioned ambulance drivers).

But the overall game plan leaves a lot to be desired.As stated before the units have no AI whatsoever.The units are not true to life in either speed, range or firepower.Mortars can decimate everything including tanks, and AT guns can't fire 10' in front of them.But the single most annoying factor is that your units are literally blind.No one can see anything except the officers, and the computer is really good about hanging just back into the fog of war and blowing them all to hell.In fact, the computer can blow just about anything you have to hell without you ever seeing half the units.Strategy is out the window and a blind rush only works if you don't get surrouned.Save your money and buy it used - cheap.

THIS GAME ROCKS!
I have not played many WW2 games, but I can tell this is one of the best. It's pretty hard without codes but even when you are invincible it's real fun. Very good graphics.

Big Disapointment
I have my own rule when it comes to buying new games.Never buy the game without playing the demo first.I violated that rule on this one and boy, do I regret it.

If you have never played a strategy game before, or perhaps if you have not played anything since the first SimCity came out, this will seem like it's great.But. . . after Starcraft, Age of Empires, and Empire Earth, this is downright pedantic.The graphics are adequate, the AI is terrible, the gameplay is awkward, words are misspelled, navigating the menus is a pain, and the instruction manual is barely enough to get started.

If you want to play a good strategy game, get Empire Earth and set it to WWII if that is what you are desperate to play.If you want to play a realistic wargame, get Operational Art of War.If you want to find out how many half-truths can be written on the side of a software box, get this one.

I recommend you don't. ... Read more

Asin: B000056MK0
Subjects:  1. Computer Games    2. Historical (historic) Recreation (Recreations)    3. Military (Wargames    4. Strategy (Strategic)    5. Action