User Reviews & Ratings

Average Score 7.8/10
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  • Rating:8.5
    A classic RPG that started one of the best RPG series in gaming history.

    Final Fantasy

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

    A classic RPG that started one of the best RPG series in gaming history.

    *** FINAL FANTASY *** THE GOOD -Great story -Great music -Plenty of good weapons and spells -Epic Boss fights THE BAD -Too many random battles -Not enough experience gained for your troubles with random b... Read Full Review

    2 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is an incredible sequel that definitely exceeds expectations.

    Starcraft II: Wings of Liberty

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Feb 06, 2011 | PC

    StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty is an incredible sequel that definitely exceeds expectations.

    *** STARCRAFT II: WINGS OF LIBERTY *** THE GOOD -Highly addictive and competitive multiplayer -Exciting story -Three well-balanced races -Powerful map editor -Plenty of extras -Incredible graphics and sound ... Read Full Review

    5 of 5 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8.5
    The game that made ripping off limbs acceptable in society.

    Cyborg Justice

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

    The game that made ripping off limbs acceptable in society.

    *** CYBORG JUSTICE *** THE GOOD -Ripping off limbs and torsoes of the enemy is lots of fun -Plenty of good attacks to use -Good selection of weapons THE BAD -Backgrounds are very dull -Very repetitive game... Read Full Review

    2 of 3 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    Alan Wake is a well written and action packed psychological thriller.

    Alan Wake

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Jan 14, 2011 | X360

    Alan Wake is a well written and action packed psychological thriller.

    *** ALAN WAKE *** THE GOOD -Thrilling and Suspenseful story -Innovative combat system -Well written dialog -Creepy atmosphere (sound and graphics) THE BAD -Viewing can get obstructed OVERVIEW Alan Wa... Read Full Review

    6 of 6 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:5
    This game doesn't do the TV show justice.

    American Gladiators

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

    This game doesn't do the TV show justice.

    *** AMERICAN GLADIATORS *** THE GOOD -The Wall is a fun event THE BAD -Poor controls for most events -Difficulty is more cheap then a challenge OVERVIEW American Gladiators is a game that is easily ove... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    The under-appreciated Zelda game that originated Link's patented Up and Down Thrust.

    Zelda II: The Adventure of Link

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

    The under-appreciated Zelda game that originated Link's patented Up and Down Thrust.

    *** ZELDA II: THE ADVENTURE OF LINK *** THE GOOD -Excellent level design -Solid controls -Epic boss fights -Great leveling system -Large world of Hyrule to explore THE BAD -When you "Game Over" you lose ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    A thrilling zombie shooter with a huge emphasis on teamwork.

    Left 4 Dead

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

    A thrilling zombie shooter with a huge emphasis on teamwork.

    *** LEFT 4 DEAD *** THE GOOD -Excellent multiplayer/versus mode -Great atmosphere -Enemies generated randomly ensures a unique experience every time -Changing difficulty based on skill keeps things exciting T... Read Full Review

    5 of 5 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    The glorious game that started it all for one of Nintendo's favorite characters, Link.

    The Legend of Zelda

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

    The glorious game that started it all for one of Nintendo's favorite characters, Link.

    *** THE LEGEND OF ZELDA *** THE GOOD -Great boss fights -Excellent level design -Great music -Challenging puzzles THE BAD -Later dungeons have a perfect combination of annoying enemies OVERVIEW The ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8.5
    Baseball with fighting robots... Awesome!

    Cyber Stadium Series: Base Wars

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

    Baseball with fighting robots... Awesome!

    *** BASE WARS *** THE GOOD -Fighting robots and baseball are a great combination -Lots of cool upgrades -Multi-player season is lots of fun THE BAD -Mcycle robots have horrible fielding controls OVERVIE... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    A highly addictive puzzle game.

    Tetris

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

    A highly addictive puzzle game.

    *** TETRIS *** THE GOOD -Highly addictive gameplay -Puts your brain to the test -Very strategic -Superior controls THE BAD -Music is nauseating OVERVIEW Tetris is a game that tests your intelligenc... Read Full Review

    3 of 3 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    Turtles 3 combined with some greasy pizza will surely have you yelling "Cowabunga!"

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: The Manhattan Project

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

    Turtles 3 combined with some greasy pizza will surely have you yelling "Cowabunga!"

    *** TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES III: THE MANHATTAN PROJECT *** THE GOOD -Fun Multiplayer -Incredible level design -Solid controls -Good graphics and sound -Special moves a nice plus THE BAD -Bosses battl... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    An extremely fun third person shooter with a great online interface.

    SOCOM II: U.S. Navy SEALs

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

    An extremely fun third person shooter with a great online interface.

    *** SOCOM II: U.S. NAVY SEALS *** THE GOOD -Online play is highly addictive -Awesome online user interface -Great selection of weapons -Fun realistic feel -Good controls THE BAD -Glitches and bugs in onl... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    An addictive and relaxing town building game.

    A Kingdom for Keflings

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

    An addictive and relaxing town building game.

    *** A KINGDOM FOR KEFLINGS *** THE GOOD -Relaxing gameplay -Upbeat music -Fun multiplayer THE BAD -Repetitive -Music gets nauseating in long sessions OVERVIEW A Kingdom for Keflings (AKFK) is a nice... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Same awesome Resident Evil game but with much better controls.

    BioHazard 4: Wii Edition

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

    Same awesome Resident Evil game but with much better controls.

    *** RESIDENT EVIL 4: WII EDITION *** THE GOOD -Excellent graphics -Outstanding controls -Interesting story -Great sound effects -Mercenaries is a great mini-game THE BAD -You can't move your character wh... Read Full Review

    2 of 3 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:5
    Battletoads would have been a cool game if you could change the difficultly down from "Next to Impossible".

    Battletoads

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

    Battletoads would have been a cool game if you could change the difficultly down from "Next to Impossible".

    *** BATTLETOADS *** THE GOOD -Cool beat'em up fighting style -Good sound effects THE BAD -Difficulty that will make you cry or throw the game out the window -You don't get to play as Pimple OVERVIEW ... Read Full Review

    4 of 6 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    With a great story, characters and leveling system it is no wonder why this game is one of the best games for the PS2.

    Final Fantasy X (Mega Hits!)

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

    With a great story, characters and leveling system it is no wonder why this game is one of the best games for the PS2.

    *** FINAL FANTASY X *** THE GOOD -Exciting story and lovable characters -Beautiful music -Awesome graphics (cut-scene and in-game) -Sphere Grid leveling system is fun and easy to use -Blitzball is highly addic... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    The exciting sequel that reuses many good things from its predecessor along with adding some fantastic new content.

    Gears of War 2

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

    The exciting sequel that reuses many good things from its predecessor along with adding some fantastic new content.

    *** GEARS OF WAR 2 *** THE GOOD -Horde mode is extremely fun -Exciting story -Good cover system -Excellent variety of weapons and melee attacks -Fantastic team builder -Superb graphics and sound THE BAD ... Read Full Review

    9 of 9 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8.5
    Great hack and slash game with an awesome leveling system.

    Champions of Norrath

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

    Great hack and slash game with an awesome leveling system.

    *** CHAMPIONS OF NORRATH *** THE GOOD -Awesome leveling system -Great selection of unique characters -Wide variety of skills, weapons, and armor -Multiplayer (1-4 players) online and offline is lots of fun T... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Halo 3 is and will always be one of the kings of first person shooters.

    Halo 3

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

    Halo 3 is and will always be one of the kings of first person shooters.

    *** HALO 3 *** THE GOOD -Exciting story with 4-player option -Excellent graphics -Dynamic multiplayer -Great selection of guns, vehicles, and support items -Superb graphics and sound THE BAD -Lag is unbe... Read Full Review

    3 of 4 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    A simple, fun game that even your 80 year old grandmother can play.

    Wii Sports

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

    A simple, fun game that even your 80 year old grandmother can play.

    *** Wii Sports *** THE GOOD -Good controls -Easy to pick up and play all the games -The game is FREE! THE BAD -Some games are too simplified -Graphics are plain OVERVIEW Wii Sports is a good game fo... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    An amazing adventure, with solid controls, that really makes you feel like you are a part of the game.

    The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

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

    An amazing adventure, with solid controls, that really makes you feel like you are a part of the game.

    *** THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: TWILIGHT PRINCESS *** THE GOOD -Solid controls -Enjoyable story -Challenging puzzles -Excellent level/dungeon design -Memorable soundtrack THE BAD -Weak bosses OVERVIEW The... Read Full Review

    2 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is truly an epic masterpiece.

    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: May 13, 2011 | N64

    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is truly an epic masterpiece.

    *** THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: OCARINA OF TIME *** THE GOOD -Hyrule is a vast place to explore -Epic boss fights -Solid controls -Beautiful graphics and musical score -Challenging puzzles -Exciting story -A great s... Read Full Review

    5 of 6 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:3.5
    This anticipated sequel was marred by a reckless camera and other technical annoyances.

    BioHazard: The Darkside Chronicles

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Nov 17, 2010 | WII

    This anticipated sequel was marred by a reckless camera and other technical annoyances.

    *** RESIDENT EVIL: THE DARKSIDE CHRONICLES *** THE GOOD -Interesting story with plenty of RE nostalgia -Nice assortment of weapons and upgrades -Good audio THE BAD -Shaky camera generates many other issues ... Read Full Review

    12 of 16 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    Mario is at it again in another exciting adventure.

    Super Mario Galaxy

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

    Mario is at it again in another exciting adventure.

    *** SUPER MARIO GALAXY *** THE GOOD -Amazing musical score -Fun multiplayer mode -Excellent level design -Nice variety of cool suits -Superb graphics -Comet modes and secret levels add a nice challenge THE... Read Full Review

    2 of 2 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    It may not be as much fun as the arcade version but it is still a great game for the NES.

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Arcade Game

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

    It may not be as much fun as the arcade version but it is still a great game for the NES.

    *** TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES II: THE ARCADE GAME *** THE GOOD -Great Multiplayer -Fun Ninja combat -Solid Controls -Good graphics and sound THE BAD -All the turtles are the same OVERVIEW Anyone w... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    Mario, the king of the platformer, has set a new lofty standard for the genre.

    Super Mario Galaxy 2

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 16, 2011 | WII

    Mario, the king of the platformer, has set a new lofty standard for the genre.

    *** SUPER MARIO GALAXY 2 *** THE GOOD -Outstanding level design -Intense platforming in later galaxies -Seamless transition between 2D and 3D elements -Sweet power-ups -Memorable soundtrack with some nostalgia ... Read Full Review

    13 of 15 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:10
    Not only is Final Fantasy VII one of the best RPGs of all time, but one of the best games of all time.

    Final Fantasy VII

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Apr 22, 2013 | PS

    Not only is Final Fantasy VII one of the best RPGs of all time, but one of the best games of all time.

    *** FINAL FANTASY VII *** THE GOOD -Excellent Story and characters -Beautiful Music and Graphics (Cut-Scene and In-game) -Materia Leveling System is Unique and Fun -Lots of good Mini Games to play -Lots of goo... Read Full Review

    6 of 7 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Halo: Reach is the exciting culmination to one of the best shooter series of all time.

    Halo: Reach

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Oct 29, 2010 | X360

    Halo: Reach is the exciting culmination to one of the best shooter series of all time.

    *** HALO: REACH *** THE GOOD -Outstanding multiplayer experience -Plenty of customization -Many exciting game variants and modes -New armor abilities alter the gameplay in a positive way -Superb controls -Out... Read Full Review

    6 of 9 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Portal is, without a doubt, one of the most innovative games of the decade.

    Portal

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Oct 29, 2010 | PC

    Portal is, without a doubt, one of the most innovative games of the decade.

    *** PORTAL *** THE GOOD -Fantastic and innovative puzzles -Witty and highly entertaining dialog -Different ways to solve each problem -Delightful music during the credits THE BAD -Really short OVERVIEW... Read Full Review

    15 of 15 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    The much improved sequel that makes the road to winning the Super Bowl much more enjoyable.

    Tecmo Super Bowl

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

    The much improved sequel that makes the road to winning the Super Bowl much more enjoyable.

    *** TECMO SUPER BOWL *** THE GOOD -Fast pace gameplay -Excellent league and multiplayer mode -Large playbook that is customizable -Fun music and animations -Good controls THE BAD -Some glitchy stuff with ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7.5
    A fun, fast paced football game.

    Tecmo Bowl

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

    A fun, fast paced football game.

    *** TECMO BOWL *** THE GOOD -Fast pace gameplay -Challenging single player mode -Fun music -Good controls THE BAD -Blitzes are way too strong and happen too frequently -Small play book OVERVIEW Tecm... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:8
    Completely obliterating your opponents with a crazy, "Super Dodge Ball" power shot is so fulfilling.

    Nekketsu Koukou Dodge Ball Bu

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

    Completely obliterating your opponents with a crazy, "Super Dodge Ball" power shot is so fulfilling.

    *** SUPER DODGE BALL *** THE GOOD -Cool special attacks -Great music and sound -Solid controls -Couple different styles of play add to replay value -Fun multiplayer THE BAD -Catching balls is too easy ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9
    Borderlands offers a highly additive adventure that'll surely keep FPS and RPG fans coming back for more.

    Borderlands

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Oct 29, 2010 | X360

    Borderlands offers a highly additive adventure that'll surely keep FPS and RPG fans coming back for more.

    *** BORDERLANDS *** THE GOOD -Amazing multiplayer aspect -Wide variety of weapons, abilities and loot -Leveling system offers plenty of freedom -Solid controls -Creative level design THE BAD -Story is un... Read Full Review

    10 of 10 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    Nick and Tom need your help in one of the "coolest" games on the NES.

    Snow Bros.: Nick & Tom

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

    Nick and Tom need your help in one of the "coolest" games on the NES.

    *** SNOW BROTHERS *** THE GOOD -Excellent multiplayer -Fun level design -Challenging boss battles -Good controls -Great graphics and sound THE BAD -Some of the later levels set you up to easily to die ... Read Full Review

    0 of 0 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:9.5
    The Wind Waker offers a memorable adventure as you embark on a heroic journey across the open sea.

    The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker (Limited Edition)

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Aug 16, 2011 | GC

    The Wind Waker offers a memorable adventure as you embark on a heroic journey across the open sea.

    *** THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: THE WIND WAKER *** THE GOOD -Huge world that's extremely fun to explore -Exciting boss battles -Fun puzzles, accessories and mini-games -Charming story and characters -Memorable soundt... Read Full Review

    12 of 12 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:5
    Enchanted Arms is a lackluster RPG that is easily forgettable.

    Enchanted Arms

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

    Enchanted Arms is a lackluster RPG that is easily forgettable.

    *** ENCHANTED ARMS *** THE GOOD -Unique battle system -Golem hunting is fun THE BAD -Weak story -Annoying characters (except for Toya) -Way too many random battles -Lots of maintenance OVERVIEW Ench... Read Full Review

    7 of 11 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:4.5
    I'm canceling my newspaper subscription.

    Paperboy

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

    I'm canceling my newspaper subscription.

    *** PAPERBOY *** THE GOOD -Groovy music THE BAD -Depth perception is hard to judge -Clunky controls -Bad Camera angles OVERVIEW Paperboy is a game about, yep you guessed it, delivering newspapers. As... Read Full Review

    1 of 1 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:7
    It may not be the complete party game you're looking for, but there is still plenty of goofy entertainment to enjoy.

    Rayman Raving Rabbids

    By Garrison_Ford | Review Date: Oct 29, 2010 | WII

    It may not be the complete party game you're looking for, but there is still plenty of goofy entertainment to enjoy.

    *** RAYMAN RAVING RABBIDS *** THE GOOD -Rabbids add plenty of comic relief -Fun and intuitive control scheme -Great audio -Story mode is highly entertaining THE BAD -Subpar visuals -Mini-games get repeti... Read Full Review

    7 of 7 users found the following review helpful
  • Rating:4.5
    Chomp, chomp, chomp... ugh…

    Pac-Man

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

    Chomp, chomp, chomp... ugh…

    *** PAC-MAN *** THE GOOD -Some strategy involved THE BAD -Eating ghosts isn't very advantageous -Extremely repetitive -Poor sound OVERVIEW Pac-Man for the Nintendo Entertainment System is a port from... Read Full Review

    1 of 4 users found the following review helpful