User Reviews & Ratings

Average Score 7.8/10
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  4. 7
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  • Rating:7
    It's the first fighting game to use the combo system extremely well but the sluggish controls are an inconvenience.

    Killer Instinct

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | SNES

    It's the first fighting game to use the combo system extremely well but the sluggish controls are an inconvenience.

    *** KILLER INSTINCT *** THE GOOD -Excellent combo / combo-breaker feature -Awesome graphics -Great audio THE BAD -Slow controls OVERVIEW Killer Instinct is a fighting tournament created by a huge con... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:5.5
    This game is better off staying extinct.

    Jurassic Park

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | SNES

    This game is better off staying extinct.

    *** JURASSIC PARK *** THE GOOD -Great audio -Fun supply of weapons -Nice variety of dinosaurs THE BAD -No save feature -Annoying messages pop up and obstruct your view -Sluggish controls -Tight camera ... Read Full Review

    1 of 3 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:6
    It could of been a good fighter but the unbalanced cast and low replay value make it difficult to recommend.

    Garou Densetsu Special

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | SNES

    It could of been a good fighter but the unbalanced cast and low replay value make it difficult to recommend.

    *** FATAL FURY SPECIAL *** THE GOOD -Large cast of characters -Good controls -Good level design -Nice audio THE BAD -Low replay value -Unbalanced characters OVERVIEW Fatal Fury Special brings Terry... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    This is one apocalypse that you won't want to miss.

    Fallout 3

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | X360

    This is one apocalypse that you won't want to miss.

    *** FALLOUT 3 *** THE GOOD -Tons of exploration and side quests -Innovative combat aided system (VATS) -Excellent leveling system -Superb audio -Great story -Ability to do whatever you want -Fun supply of wea... Read Full Review

    14 of 15 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    With clever writing, mind blowing puzzles and new multiplayer option, Portal 2 proves to be a memorable experience.

    Portal 2

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Jul 25, 2011 | X360

    With clever writing, mind blowing puzzles and new multiplayer option, Portal 2 proves to be a memorable experience.

    *** PORTAL 2 *** THE GOOD -Challenging and enjoyable puzzles -Fantastic level design -Clever and witty dialog -Awesome multiplayer experience THE BAD -Frequent load times OVERVIEW Valve's ending t... Read Full Review

    6 of 7 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:6
    It looks like 13 is an unlucky number for the famed franchise.

    Final Fantasy XIII

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Jul 08, 2011 | X360

    It looks like 13 is an unlucky number for the famed franchise.

    *** FINAL FANTASY XIII *** THE GOOD -Stunning visuals -Paradigms are a nice feature -Story and gameplay picks up towards the end THE BAD -Extremely linear -A few annoyances with the battle system -Weak st... Read Full Review

    14 of 17 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8.5
    This game may be easily overlooked but once you play it you'll be pleasantly surprised on how deep this RPG goes.

    Blue Dragon

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | X360

    This game may be easily overlooked but once you play it you'll be pleasantly surprised on how deep this RPG goes.

    *** BLUE DRAGON *** THE GOOD -Excellent leveling system -Great music -Enjoyable story -Entertaining battle system THE BAD -Marumaro is an annoying character -Some frame rate and load time issues OVERV... Read Full Review

    3 of 4 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7
    Good adventure / puzzle game that allows you to have tea with the boss you just defeated, how nice!

    8 Eye's

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | NES

    Good adventure / puzzle game that allows you to have tea with the boss you just defeated, how nice!

    *** 8 EYES *** THE GOOD -Great 2 player mode -Good music -Epic boss fights THE BAD -Controlling Cutrus can be frustrating at times -All enemies have temporary invincibility after you attack them OVERVI... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:6
    A disappointing sports compilation that had the potential of being a really fun experience.

    Kinect Sports

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Jun 08, 2011 | X360

    A disappointing sports compilation that had the potential of being a really fun experience.

    *** KINECT SPORTS *** THE GOOD -Fun Party Play option THE BAD -Annoying delay in Kinect responsiveness -Many lackluster sports featured OVERVIEW Kinect Sports is the first sports compilation game that ... Read Full Review

    7 of 7 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    Futuristic racing at its finest.

    F-Zero

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | SNES

    Futuristic racing at its finest.

    *** F-ZERO *** THE GOOD -Fun tracks -Groovy music -Good graphics -Solid controls THE BAD -No multiplayer OVERVIEW F-Zero takes place in a futuristic world where the highest form of entertainment co... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:2
    Fighters Uncaged is a terrible fighting experience and earns the award as the worst Kinect game to date.

    Fighters Uncaged

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Jun 19, 2011 | X360

    Fighters Uncaged is a terrible fighting experience and earns the award as the worst Kinect game to date.

    *** FIGHTERS UNCAGED *** THE GOOD -Fighting without a controller is a really cool concept THE BAD -Highly unresponsive controls -Unrewarding gameplay -Terrible music and voice work -No multiplayer OV... Read Full Review

    4 of 4 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    Starcraft is a exceptional game with three well-balanced races, an exciting story and incredible multiplayer.

    Starcraft

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | PC

    Starcraft is a exceptional game with three well-balanced races, an exciting story and incredible multiplayer.

    *** STARCRAFT *** THE GOOD -Thrilling story and characters -Three unique and well balanced races -Excellent multiplayer -Outstanding visuals -Exceptional audio and voice acting -Challenging A.I. -Powerful ma... Read Full Review

    8 of 10 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    Billy and Jimmy Lee are back and this time they want revenge.

    Double Dragon II: The Revenge

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | NES

    Billy and Jimmy Lee are back and this time they want revenge.

    *** DOUBLE DRAGON II: THE REVENGE *** THE GOOD -Superb audio -Solid controls -Epic boss fights -Excellent level design -Plenty of different attacks that keep the fighting fresh THE BAD -Platforming sectio... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    The hero of Dream Land returns in another charming adventure.

    Kirby's Epic Yarn

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 12, 2011 | WII

    The hero of Dream Land returns in another charming adventure.

    *** KIRBY'S EPIC YARN *** THE GOOD -Fun multiplayer -Colorful and creative level design -Most transformations spice up the gameplay in a positive way -Good controls THE BAD -The game is way too easy and do... Read Full Review

    3 of 3 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    Dragon Age II isn't the epic classic that Origins was, but it is still a good RPG worth checking out.

    Dragon Age II

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 12, 2011 | PC

    Dragon Age II isn't the epic classic that Origins was, but it is still a good RPG worth checking out.

    *** DRAGON AGE II *** THE GOOD -Good cast of supporting characters -Intense combat -Superb musical score -Plenty of fun skills, spells and equipment THE BAD -A few gameplay glitches -Story lacks purpose f... Read Full Review

    12 of 13 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    Duke Nukem says, "Come get some."

    Duke Nukem 3D

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | PC

    Duke Nukem says, "Come get some."

    *** DUKE NUKEM 3D *** THE GOOD -Excellent graphics and sound -Great supply of cool weapons and equipment -Fun online play -Good controls -Great map editor feature THE BAD -Bosses are annoyingly difficult ... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    A crazy but fun rapping game that gives you props for your mad freestyle skills.

    PaRappa The Rapper (PlayStation the Best)

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | PS

    A crazy but fun rapping game that gives you props for your mad freestyle skills.

    *** PARAPPA THE RAPPER *** THE GOOD -Fun gameplay -Entertaining music -Freestyle is allowed THE BAD -Mediocre graphics -Short story mode OVERVIEW PaRappa The Rapper is a fun rhythm game. You play as... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Well, you always wanted to be a rock star and Rock Band lets you live out that dream in style.

    Rock Band

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | X360

    Well, you always wanted to be a rock star and Rock Band lets you live out that dream in style.

    *** ROCK BAND *** THE GOOD -Multiplayer mode is outstanding -Excellent selection of music -Great party game -Fun controls for each instrument -Good downloadable content THE BAD -This game costs a fortune ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:3
    Boring show = Boring game.

    Family Feud

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | NES

    Boring show = Boring game.

    *** FAMILY FEUD *** THE GOOD -Some questions provide a good challenge THE BAD -Recycled questions makes replay value short -Bad audio -Boring gameplay -Graphics are terrible OVERVIEW Family Feud is j... Read Full Review

    0 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    SMW marks the fourth superb game in the series with its incredible level design, solid controls and amazing charm.

    Super Mario World: Super Mario Bros. 4

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | SNES

    SMW marks the fourth superb game in the series with its incredible level design, solid controls and amazing charm.

    *** SUPER MARIO WORLD *** THE GOOD -Exciting level design -Solid controls -Cool power-ups -Outstanding graphics -Good music -Lots of optional bonus levels THE BAD -Weak bosses OVERVIEW After makin... Read Full Review

    2 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    There aren't too many 2D platformers that have as much charm as Donkey Kong Country.

    Super Donkey Kong

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 18, 2010 | SNES

    There aren't too many 2D platformers that have as much charm as Donkey Kong Country.

    *** DONKEY KONG COUNTRY *** THE GOOD -Excellent graphics -Fun multiplayer -Groovy soundtrack -Solid controls -Lots of hidden secrets -Exciting platforming elements like barrel blasting THE BAD -Level des... Read Full Review

    2 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    FF12 is a superb RPG with an exciting overall story and seamless battle system.

    Final Fantasy XII

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 12, 2011 | PS2

    FF12 is a superb RPG with an exciting overall story and seamless battle system.

    *** FINAL FANTASY XII *** THE GOOD -Incredible battle system -Excellent overall story and characters -Huge world to explore -Beautiful graphics -Enjoyable music and voice acting -Fun side quests; especially th... Read Full Review

    22 of 24 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8.5
    ...7...8...9...10...TKO!

    Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | NES

    ...7...8...9...10...TKO!

    *** MIKE TYSON'S PUNCH-OUT!! *** THE GOOD -Great controls -Great sound effects -Fun gameplay -Great boss fights THE BAD -Music is boring -Fatigue feature is annoying OVERVIEW Mike Tyson's Punch-Out ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    Mario and Luigi bring perfection to the NES.

    Super Mario Bros. 3

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 09, 2011 | NES

    Mario and Luigi bring perfection to the NES.

    *** SUPER MARIO BROS 3 *** THE GOOD -Excellent level design -Epic boss fights -Excellent music -Lots of fun power-ups -Fun mini games -Plenty of replay value THE BAD -Too few places to get the hammer bro... Read Full Review

    2 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    The Mario Brothers are back in a very wacky sequel.

    Super Mario USA

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | NES

    The Mario Brothers are back in a very wacky sequel.

    *** SUPER MARIO BROS 2 *** THE GOOD -Excellent level design -Characters have unique attributes -Epic boss fights -Excellent music THE BAD -Controlling Luigi is nauseating OVERVIEW Forget about everyt... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Two Italian plumbers take on Bowser, King of the Koopas, in a Super adventure.

    Super Mario Bros.

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | NES

    Two Italian plumbers take on Bowser, King of the Koopas, in a Super adventure.

    *** SUPER MARIO BROS *** THE GOOD -Excellent level design -Superb audio -Great boss battles -Challenging difficulty -Comes Free with the purchase of the Nintendo THE BAD -Graphics aren't very good OVER... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    Star Wars and Legos make a good combination.

    LEGO Star Wars

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | PS2

    Star Wars and Legos make a good combination.

    *** LEGO STAR WARS *** THE GOOD -Brilliant audio -Fun multiplayer -Lots of secrets and unlockables THE BAD -Story mode is very short -Controls are too simple OVERVIEW Lego Star Wars has the best of b... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    The fun horror-action series returns and ties up many loose ends lingering from the previous games.

    Resident Evil 5

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 13, 2011 | X360

    The fun horror-action series returns and ties up many loose ends lingering from the previous games.

    *** RESIDENT EVIL 5 *** THE GOOD -Excellent story that ties up many loose ends -Multiplayer is a lot of fun -Active menu makes fighting even more intense -Mercenaries mini game is still fun and now offers co-op ... Read Full Review

    13 of 14 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    It may not be the best action game out there but this charming adventure is fun for all ages.

    Mini Ninjas

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 12, 2011 | X360

    It may not be the best action game out there but this charming adventure is fun for all ages.

    *** MINI NINJAS *** THE GOOD -Fun combat system -Superb graphics and sound THE BAD -Camera has some issues OVERVIEW Cute and lovable probably aren't the first adjectives that come to mind when describi... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    2D Mario meets a 3D world.

    Super Paper Mario

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | WII

    2D Mario meets a 3D world.

    *** SUPER PAPER MARIO *** THE GOOD -Awesome story -Great soundtrack -Cool leveling system -Tons of secrets and extras -Solid controls THE BAD -Annoying sound when text scrolls across the screen -Graphics... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:3
    If you like fighting games then stay away from this one.

    ClayFighter

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | SNES

    If you like fighting games then stay away from this one.

    *** CLAYFIGHTER *** THE GOOD -Humorous one-liners THE BAD -Music and sound effects are horrible -Single player mode is short -Controls are sloppy OVERVIEW Clayfighter is a poor excuse for a fighting g... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7
    A good adaptation of a fun game show.

    Wheel of Fortune

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 13, 2011 | NES

    A good adaptation of a fun game show.

    *** WHEEL OF FORTUNE *** THE GOOD -Plenty of puzzles to solve -Multiplayer is available -Format is just like the TV show THE BAD -Poor graphics -Terrible sound OVERVIEW Most of us have seen the popu... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    Stop laughing at me you stupid dog!

    Duck Hunt

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | NES

    Stop laughing at me you stupid dog!

    *** DUCK HUNT *** THE GOOD -Fun controls -Second player can control the movement of the ducks THE BAD -Zapper sometimes doesn't always work correctly -You can't shoot the dog OVERVIEW Duck Hunt is a f... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    James Bond brings greatness to first person shooting.

    GoldenEye 007

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | N64

    James Bond brings greatness to first person shooting.

    *** GOLDENEYE 007 *** THE GOOD -Awesome multiplayer mode -Great selection of weapons and game variants -Excellent music -Great story in single player mode -Excellent level design -Plenty of unlockable characte... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    If you are looking for a realistic modern day FPS, then look no further because Call of Duty 4 is your game.

    Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | X360

    If you are looking for a realistic modern day FPS, then look no further because Call of Duty 4 is your game.

    *** CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFARE *** THE GOOD -Amazing online play -Intense story -Incredible realistic look and feel -Large selection of weapons, equipment, and abilities (perks) -Multiplayer works on a rewa... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7
    This adventure isn't the awe inspiring Kinect title that everyone will praise, but it is worth playing.

    Kinect Adventures! (w/Kinect)

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Feb 17, 2011 | X360

    This adventure isn't the awe inspiring Kinect title that everyone will praise, but it is worth playing.

    *** KINECT ADVENTURES! *** THE GOOD -Good controls -Fun mini-games THE BAD -Not a lot of depth to the gameplay OVERVIEW Kinect Adventures is a fun experience that gets you off the sofa and bouncing aro... Read Full Review

    3 of 3 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    A beautiful RPG with some educational value on the life of famous pianist Frederic Chopin.

    Trusty Bell: Chopin no Yume

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 13, 2011 | X360

    A beautiful RPG with some educational value on the life of famous pianist Frederic Chopin.

    *** ETERNAL SONATA *** THE GOOD -Beautiful graphics -Excellent music and voice acting -Great insight into Chopin's real life -Great cast of characters -Exciting battle system THE BAD -Completely linear st... Read Full Review

    5 of 6 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    A must have for those who welcome a challenge and enjoy manipulating time and space to solve problems.

    Braid

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 13, 2011 | X360

    A must have for those who welcome a challenge and enjoy manipulating time and space to solve problems.

    *** BRAID *** THE GOOD -Extremely challenging puzzles -Beautiful graphics and music -Unique controls -Deep story THE BAD -Too short OVERVIEW At first glance you would probably think that Braid is ju... Read Full Review

    4 of 4 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    A highly addictive game. Rock On!

    Guitar Hero

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 10, 2011 | PS2

    A highly addictive game. Rock On!

    *** GUITAR HERO *** THE GOOD -Excellent selection of music -Addictive gameplay -Fun controls -Great party game THE BAD -You don't get to play the full song in Head-to-Head mode OVERVIEW Guitar Hero i... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful