Game Reviews
Not sure which game you want to put your time and money into? The hype can be deceptive, so you might find these game reviews helpful.
Wizard101 Review (PC)
You're a young wizard being trained in the ways of magic at the Ravenwood School of Magical Arts under the watchful eye of headmaster Ambrose. As you learn to harness mystical powers, you'll be tasked with saving the school from the evil Malistaire Drake. Wizard101 is an online game for kids that has many of the trappings of an adult MMORPG built around an unusual card-based combat system, and it has been capturing the imagination of people of all ages.
You're a young wizard being trained in the ways of magic at the Ravenwood School of Magical Arts under the watchful eye of headmaster Ambrose. As you learn to harness mystical powers, you'll be tasked with saving the school from the evil Malistaire Drake. Wizard101 is an online game for kids that has many of the trappings of an adult MMORPG built around an unusual card-based combat system, and it has been capturing the imagination of people of all ages.
World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Review (PC)
World of Warcraft is poised for another lucrative Christmas season, regardless of any economic slowdown. The second expansion for the game, Wrath of the Lich King, is now filled with players working their way up to the new level cap of 80. If you're a World of Warcraft fan, you probably won't be taking time out from exploring Northrend to read this review, but here it is anyway.
World of Warcraft is poised for another lucrative Christmas season, regardless of any economic slowdown. The second expansion for the game, Wrath of the Lich King, is now filled with players working their way up to the new level cap of 80. If you're a World of Warcraft fan, you probably won't be taking time out from exploring Northrend to read this review, but here it is anyway.
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning Review (PC)
In light of the market domination that is World of Warcraft, it takes serious guts to release a MMORPG these days, let alone one that is tied to the Warhammer franchise, which inspired the Warcraft series many years ago. Orcs, Dwarves, and Elves abound in Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning's (WAR) two-faction evil vs. good conflict, and at first glance it may look like the same old /dance we've been doing for years. Or is it?
In light of the market domination that is World of Warcraft, it takes serious guts to release a MMORPG these days, let alone one that is tied to the Warhammer franchise, which inspired the Warcraft series many years ago. Orcs, Dwarves, and Elves abound in Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning's (WAR) two-faction evil vs. good conflict, and at first glance it may look like the same old /dance we've been doing for years. Or is it?
Exteel Review
In Exteel, you are the pilot of a high-tech fighting machine called a Mechanaught, which has customizable weaponry and rapid movement capabilities. Your mission is to take a big gun and slaughter other Mechanaughts in PvP arenas, capturing a few flags along the way. Story? We don't need no stinking story! Go on a killing spree and earn yourself a bigger gun, then pwn some noobs - there's your story.
In Exteel, you are the pilot of a high-tech fighting machine called a Mechanaught, which has customizable weaponry and rapid movement capabilities. Your mission is to take a big gun and slaughter other Mechanaughts in PvP arenas, capturing a few flags along the way. Story? We don't need no stinking story! Go on a killing spree and earn yourself a bigger gun, then pwn some noobs - there's your story.
Pirates of the Burning Sea Review
Few MMORPGs use historical settings, and fewer still allow you to play a pirate cruising the Caribbean in a wooden ship, seeking gold and glory. Pirates of the Burning Sea is just such a game, and despite the title, it isn't just about pirates. Players join several different nations in a battle over the ports in the region. I've spent several weeks sailing by the seat of my pantaloons, and this game definitely offers something out of the ordinary.
Few MMORPGs use historical settings, and fewer still allow you to play a pirate cruising the Caribbean in a wooden ship, seeking gold and glory. Pirates of the Burning Sea is just such a game, and despite the title, it isn't just about pirates. Players join several different nations in a battle over the ports in the region. I've spent several weeks sailing by the seat of my pantaloons, and this game definitely offers something out of the ordinary.
Pirates of the Caribbean Online Review
Disney isn't just about movies and theme parks anymore, they've become a serious contender in the online games market, with a variety of titles aimed at youngsters. Pirates of the Caribbean Online is their latest effort, based on the famous movie series, and it lets you skirmish with scurvy dogs and plunder ships on the high seas.
Disney isn't just about movies and theme parks anymore, they've become a serious contender in the online games market, with a variety of titles aimed at youngsters. Pirates of the Caribbean Online is their latest effort, based on the famous movie series, and it lets you skirmish with scurvy dogs and plunder ships on the high seas.
Team Fortress 2 Review (PC)
Many of you probably remember the famous Team Fortress mod for Quake that helped popularize online gaming back in the 90s. Valve has given the franchise a new life in the form of Team Fortress 2, and they've done it with a style that is both instantly recognizable and humorous. It's not the most complicated shooter out there, but that hasn't kept it from being a whole lot of fun.
Many of you probably remember the famous Team Fortress mod for Quake that helped popularize online gaming back in the 90s. Valve has given the franchise a new life in the form of Team Fortress 2, and they've done it with a style that is both instantly recognizable and humorous. It's not the most complicated shooter out there, but that hasn't kept it from being a whole lot of fun.
Tabula Rasa Review (PC)
When it comes to MMORPGs, sci-fi fans have always had less to choose from than people who prefer elves, dwarves, and wizards. Now there is another alternative for gamers who would rather pack a laser beam than a magic wand, and it comes in the form of Richard Garriott's Tabula Rasa. Humanity is engaged in a war with hostile aliens, and auto-attack isn't an option, so you'll have to put down your sandwich to fight your way out of this one.
When it comes to MMORPGs, sci-fi fans have always had less to choose from than people who prefer elves, dwarves, and wizards. Now there is another alternative for gamers who would rather pack a laser beam than a magic wand, and it comes in the form of Richard Garriott's Tabula Rasa. Humanity is engaged in a war with hostile aliens, and auto-attack isn't an option, so you'll have to put down your sandwich to fight your way out of this one.
Hellgate: London Review (PC)
The year is 2038 and London has been reduced to rubble by hideous demons that came through the Hellgate. Humans have taken refuge in the city's Underground stations, where they do their best to fight back against the unholy invaders using all the high-tech weaponry at their disposal. Here's a look at Hellgate: London, a new action RPG from Flagship Studios.
The year is 2038 and London has been reduced to rubble by hideous demons that came through the Hellgate. Humans have taken refuge in the city's Underground stations, where they do their best to fight back against the unholy invaders using all the high-tech weaponry at their disposal. Here's a look at Hellgate: London, a new action RPG from Flagship Studios.
Guild Wars: Eye of the North Review (PC)
With three successful stand-alone titles under its belt, Guild Wars won over many RPG fans with its fresh approach to the genre. Eye of the North is the first actual expansion for the series, designed for characters at the level cap who are ready to take on the Destroyers. It's an impressive addition to the games PvE content, and it paves the way for the sequel, Guild Wars 2.
With three successful stand-alone titles under its belt, Guild Wars won over many RPG fans with its fresh approach to the genre. Eye of the North is the first actual expansion for the series, designed for characters at the level cap who are ready to take on the Destroyers. It's an impressive addition to the games PvE content, and it paves the way for the sequel, Guild Wars 2.
The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar
Tolkien's famous trilogy, which has served as inspiration for countless roleplaying games going back several decades, is now itself a MMORPG. Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar brings Middle-earth to life in an online world, which just received it's first major content patch as I finished this review. If you've ever longed to be a Hobbit on an Elf running around The Shire, you should take a closer look.
Tolkien's famous trilogy, which has served as inspiration for countless roleplaying games going back several decades, is now itself a MMORPG. Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar brings Middle-earth to life in an online world, which just received it's first major content patch as I finished this review. If you've ever longed to be a Hobbit on an Elf running around The Shire, you should take a closer look.
Cradle of Rome
Cradle of Rome is a match-3 puzzle game with an Ancient Roman theme. It's not exactly a history lesson, but your progress through the game's levels is marked with the reconstruction of the Empire's capital city. Find out if this puzzler has what it takes to keep you away from all the more important things you should be doing.
Cradle of Rome is a match-3 puzzle game with an Ancient Roman theme. It's not exactly a history lesson, but your progress through the game's levels is marked with the reconstruction of the Empire's capital city. Find out if this puzzler has what it takes to keep you away from all the more important things you should be doing.
Vanguard: Saga of Heroes Review
MMORPGs have come a long way in the last few years, and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has set out to add some depth to this increasingly popular genre. With relatively complex crafting and diplomacy elements, the game is as ambitious as they come, but is it accessible? Here is my assessment of what I've seen of Vanguard so far.
MMORPGs have come a long way in the last few years, and Vanguard: Saga of Heroes has set out to add some depth to this increasingly popular genre. With relatively complex crafting and diplomacy elements, the game is as ambitious as they come, but is it accessible? Here is my assessment of what I've seen of Vanguard so far.
World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Review (PC)
Ever since it's release over two years ago World of Warcraft has dominated the MMORPG market, particularly in North America and Europe. Now that players are romping through The Burning Crusade, the game's first expansion, interest is on the rise again. It's hard not to get caught up in the excitement that comes with thousands of fans pouring into the new zones with all sorts of hopes and expectations, but I've pulled myself away long enough to put together a review of this burning hot expansion.
Ever since it's release over two years ago World of Warcraft has dominated the MMORPG market, particularly in North America and Europe. Now that players are romping through The Burning Crusade, the game's first expansion, interest is on the rise again. It's hard not to get caught up in the excitement that comes with thousands of fans pouring into the new zones with all sorts of hopes and expectations, but I've pulled myself away long enough to put together a review of this burning hot expansion.
Guild Wars Nightfall Review (PC)
Guild Wars is an online RPG that has attracted a large following with engaging cooperative missions and a highly refined PvP system. Nightfall is the latest stand-alone addition to the series, offering a new campaign to explore and introducing NPC Hero units that level alongside your character. Here's a closer look at this popular title.
Guild Wars is an online RPG that has attracted a large following with engaging cooperative missions and a highly refined PvP system. Nightfall is the latest stand-alone addition to the series, offering a new campaign to explore and introducing NPC Hero units that level alongside your character. Here's a closer look at this popular title.
Boundless Planet Review (PC)
Boundless Planet is one of only a handful of games attempting to take the real-time strategy concept into the massively multiplayer realm. The challenge isn't just a technical one - there are a lot of potential pitfalls in designing a game of this kind. Boundless Planet launched in early November, and I had a chance to see how this new MMORTS comes together.
Boundless Planet is one of only a handful of games attempting to take the real-time strategy concept into the massively multiplayer realm. The challenge isn't just a technical one - there are a lot of potential pitfalls in designing a game of this kind. Boundless Planet launched in early November, and I had a chance to see how this new MMORTS comes together.
Battlefield 2142 Review
Another game has joined the Battlefield series, and this time it takes us over a century into the future when war is fought with battlewalkers and floating airbases. Battlefield 2142 has a lot in common with its predecessor, Battlefield 2, but it also introduces a new gameplay mode and a deeper unlock tree. Is it a "must have" for FPS fans?
Another game has joined the Battlefield series, and this time it takes us over a century into the future when war is fought with battlewalkers and floating airbases. Battlefield 2142 has a lot in common with its predecessor, Battlefield 2, but it also introduces a new gameplay mode and a deeper unlock tree. Is it a "must have" for FPS fans?
Lineage 2: Scions of Destiny Review
Lineage and Lineage 2 are leading MMORPGs in Korea, but they are often overlooked here in North America. Chronicle 4: Scions of Destiny was recently released for Lineage 2 and it is the largest update for the game so far, making it a good time to take a closer look at this renowned title.
Lineage and Lineage 2 are leading MMORPGs in Korea, but they are often overlooked here in North America. Chronicle 4: Scions of Destiny was recently released for Lineage 2 and it is the largest update for the game so far, making it a good time to take a closer look at this renowned title.
Auto Assault Review (PC)
MMORPGs that feature pimped-out cars and fast-paced shootouts with rogue mutants don't come along every day. Auto Assault is centered on a 3 way conflict between humans, mutants, and biomeks in a post-apocolyptic world. As the driver of a high-tech, heavily armed assault vehicle, your job is to destroy almost everything in sight.
MMORPGs that feature pimped-out cars and fast-paced shootouts with rogue mutants don't come along every day. Auto Assault is centered on a 3 way conflict between humans, mutants, and biomeks in a post-apocolyptic world. As the driver of a high-tech, heavily armed assault vehicle, your job is to destroy almost everything in sight.
Dungeons & Dragons Online Review (PC)
Given the success of pen-and-paper D&D and the numerous video games that have since worn the title, it was only a matter of time before someone turned Dungeons & Dragons into a massively multiplayer game. Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach is Turbine's virtual recreation of the Eberron campaign, with a heavy emphasis on the dungeon crawls that made this franchise famous. Will it be able to hold it's own in a very competitive MMORPG market? Let's see what DDO has to offer.
Given the success of pen-and-paper D&D and the numerous video games that have since worn the title, it was only a matter of time before someone turned Dungeons & Dragons into a massively multiplayer game. Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach is Turbine's virtual recreation of the Eberron campaign, with a heavy emphasis on the dungeon crawls that made this franchise famous. Will it be able to hold it's own in a very competitive MMORPG market? Let's see what DDO has to offer.
EverQuest 2 Review (PC)
Although the first EverQuest went a long way toward putting MMORPGs on the map, EverQuest 2 faced some serious competition when it launched. Since then there have been adventure packs, expansions, and an assortment of other significant changes, not least of which has been the addition of PvP servers. The prospect of an all-out war between Qeynos and Freeport was tempting enough to draw me in for a better look.
Although the first EverQuest went a long way toward putting MMORPGs on the map, EverQuest 2 faced some serious competition when it launched. Since then there have been adventure packs, expansions, and an assortment of other significant changes, not least of which has been the addition of PvP servers. The prospect of an all-out war between Qeynos and Freeport was tempting enough to draw me in for a better look.
Battlefield 2: Special Forces Review
Since it's release about 5 months ago, Battlefield 2 has quickly become a favorite for fans of multiplayer military shooters. The first expansion, Special Forces, takes some of the emphasis off the game's vehicles, and brings night-vision goggles, flashbang grenades, tear gas, and grappling hooks into the fray. Could it be that Battlefield 2 is trying to take a page from Counter-Strike?
Since it's release about 5 months ago, Battlefield 2 has quickly become a favorite for fans of multiplayer military shooters. The first expansion, Special Forces, takes some of the emphasis off the game's vehicles, and brings night-vision goggles, flashbang grenades, tear gas, and grappling hooks into the fray. Could it be that Battlefield 2 is trying to take a page from Counter-Strike?
City of Villains Review
It's time to don your darkest cape and give those goody two-shoes heroes of Paragon City a slap upside the head. City of Villains extends the no-nonsense fun of City of Heroes into the nefarious Rogue Isles, where you can pursue the life of a master criminal. The best part is that players can now build their own bases and brawl in the new PvP zones.
It's time to don your darkest cape and give those goody two-shoes heroes of Paragon City a slap upside the head. City of Villains extends the no-nonsense fun of City of Heroes into the nefarious Rogue Isles, where you can pursue the life of a master criminal. The best part is that players can now build their own bases and brawl in the new PvP zones.
ToonTown Online Review
There aren't a lot of massively multiplayer games designed for young kids. Along with the obvious safety concerns, many MMORPGs take a considerable effort to learn to play and they often feature violent content that isn't appropriate for children. Disney has taken a different approach with ToonTown, resulting in an online game that isn't just squeaky clean, it's easy to learn and entertaining enough that the adults in the family will likely want to play along.
There aren't a lot of massively multiplayer games designed for young kids. Along with the obvious safety concerns, many MMORPGs take a considerable effort to learn to play and they often feature violent content that isn't appropriate for children. Disney has taken a different approach with ToonTown, resulting in an online game that isn't just squeaky clean, it's easy to learn and entertaining enough that the adults in the family will likely want to play along.
City of Heroes Review
Superheroes and computer games are a natural fit for each other, yet you really only have one choice if you want to play a superhero in a graphical MMORPG. City of Heroes has earned a reputation for focusing on combat and forgoing the more tedious aspects often associated with this sort of game. It has now had over a year's worth of updates and content additions, making the crime fighting fun more appealing than ever.
Superheroes and computer games are a natural fit for each other, yet you really only have one choice if you want to play a superhero in a graphical MMORPG. City of Heroes has earned a reputation for focusing on combat and forgoing the more tedious aspects often associated with this sort of game. It has now had over a year's worth of updates and content additions, making the crime fighting fun more appealing than ever.
Battlefield 2 Review
You will kill, and you will be killed. A lot. And as often as not, you won't see it coming, because Battlefield 2 keeps up the same blistering pace as the previous games in this series. Along with the shiney graphics, there are some cool new gameplay features, such as a command structure and rank system. Let's see if Battlefield 2 measures up to the hype.
You will kill, and you will be killed. A lot. And as often as not, you won't see it coming, because Battlefield 2 keeps up the same blistering pace as the previous games in this series. Along with the shiney graphics, there are some cool new gameplay features, such as a command structure and rank system. Let's see if Battlefield 2 measures up to the hype.
Guild Wars Review
Guild Wars is an online RPG with a difference. You get an epic adventure akin to those of single-player classics and highly-competitive team PvP battles right out of the box, with no monthly fees. If you want quick action in an immersive world without the huge time commitment, this may be the game you've been looking for.
Guild Wars is an online RPG with a difference. You get an epic adventure akin to those of single-player classics and highly-competitive team PvP battles right out of the box, with no monthly fees. If you want quick action in an immersive world without the huge time commitment, this may be the game you've been looking for.
World of Warcraft Review
No game has done more to make MMORPG a household word in North America than World of Warcraft. Since its launch in Nov. 2004, the game has been breaking records and receiving stellar reviews. Here's my review of this incredibly popular game.
No game has done more to make MMORPG a household word in North America than World of Warcraft. Since its launch in Nov. 2004, the game has been breaking records and receiving stellar reviews. Here's my review of this incredibly popular game.
Eve Online Review
Eve Online gives you a chance to build an empire in space and rise to the pinnacle of galactic domination. Almost 2 years old, the game continues to grow. The recent free Exodus expansion added a long list of new features, and shortly after its release Eve set records with over 12,000 concurrent players in a single online world.
Eve Online gives you a chance to build an empire in space and rise to the pinnacle of galactic domination. Almost 2 years old, the game continues to grow. The recent free Exodus expansion added a long list of new features, and shortly after its release Eve set records with over 12,000 concurrent players in a single online world.
Saga of Ryzom Review
The Saga of Ryzom is a MMORPG from Nevrax, a relatively small game company based in France. It's an unusual blend of sci-fi and fantasy, set on the devastated planet of Atys, which two rival factions are trying to claim. Here's my review of this complex world.
The Saga of Ryzom is a MMORPG from Nevrax, a relatively small game company based in France. It's an unusual blend of sci-fi and fantasy, set on the devastated planet of Atys, which two rival factions are trying to claim. Here's my review of this complex world.
Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-earth Review
Battle for Middle-earth is an attempt to merge the classic Lord of the Rings world with a real-time strategy game. Although it falls a little short of the epic conflicts of the books and movies, it does a pretty good job of bringing these disparate elements together. Here's a look at the multiplayer side of this new RTS title.
Battle for Middle-earth is an attempt to merge the classic Lord of the Rings world with a real-time strategy game. Although it falls a little short of the epic conflicts of the books and movies, it does a pretty good job of bringing these disparate elements together. Here's a look at the multiplayer side of this new RTS title.
Medal of Honor Pacific Assault Review
The latest addition to the popular Medal of Honor series takes the first-person action into the Pacific theater of operations. Fierce infantry combat is a given in a title like this, but how does it measure up to all the other military shooters out there? Here's my take on multiplayer Pacific Assault.
The latest addition to the popular Medal of Honor series takes the first-person action into the Pacific theater of operations. Fierce infantry combat is a given in a title like this, but how does it measure up to all the other military shooters out there? Here's my take on multiplayer Pacific Assault.
Anarchy Online Alien Invasion Review
The latest expansion to the long-running Anarchy Online MMORPG brings an onslaught of hostile aliens to Rubi-Ka. Unlike the average MMORPG expansion, this time the monsters are hunting down the players for a change.
The latest expansion to the long-running Anarchy Online MMORPG brings an onslaught of hostile aliens to Rubi-Ka. Unlike the average MMORPG expansion, this time the monsters are hunting down the players for a change.
Anarchy Online: Shadowlands Review
The scientists in Jobe have opened up a portal into a parallel dimension, and you are invited to go exploring through this dangerous new land under their supervision. Shadowlands is the first full expansion for Anarchy Online, a sci-fi MMORPG that has been quietly growing their user base for the last two years. Find out more in this review.
The scientists in Jobe have opened up a portal into a parallel dimension, and you are invited to go exploring through this dangerous new land under their supervision. Shadowlands is the first full expansion for Anarchy Online, a sci-fi MMORPG that has been quietly growing their user base for the last two years. Find out more in this review.
Battlefield 1942 Review
Who isn't looking for some great multiplayer FPS action in a WWII simulation game? Find out why this one has been flying off store shelves everywhere.
Who isn't looking for some great multiplayer FPS action in a WWII simulation game? Find out why this one has been flying off store shelves everywhere.
BF 1942: Road to Rome Expansion Review
This expansion pack for Battlefield 1942 takes the action into Italy with new armies, vehicles, and maps. Is it an essential addition to your Battlefield arsenal, or are the free mods enough to keep you going?
This expansion pack for Battlefield 1942 takes the action into Italy with new armies, vehicles, and maps. Is it an essential addition to your Battlefield arsenal, or are the free mods enough to keep you going?
BF 1942: Secret Weapons of WWII Review
Both the Axis and Allied forces worked on top-secret projects throughout World War II, each hoping to gain a technological advantage over their enemy. The Secret Weapons of WWII expansion for Battlefield 1942 brings some of these experiments back to life, and they do make entertaining additions to the game.
Both the Axis and Allied forces worked on top-secret projects throughout World War II, each hoping to gain a technological advantage over their enemy. The Secret Weapons of WWII expansion for Battlefield 1942 brings some of these experiments back to life, and they do make entertaining additions to the game.
Battlefield Vietnam Review
As fond as gamers are of WWII simulations, nothing seems to generate quite as much interest as a virtual tour of duty in Vietnam. Battlefield Vietnam takes the vehicular combat we love from Battlefield 1942 into the trap-ridden jungle, complete with helicopters, 60s tunes, and punji sticks.
As fond as gamers are of WWII simulations, nothing seems to generate quite as much interest as a virtual tour of duty in Vietnam. Battlefield Vietnam takes the vehicular combat we love from Battlefield 1942 into the trap-ridden jungle, complete with helicopters, 60s tunes, and punji sticks.
Chrome Review
Chrome is another contender in the crowded world of multiplayer FPS games. It looks terrific and sports most of the bells and whistles we've come to expect in this kind of game, including player controlled vehicles, but it certainly runs the risk of being buried in the hype surrounding big upcoming titles like Half-Life 2 and Doom 3.
Chrome is another contender in the crowded world of multiplayer FPS games. It looks terrific and sports most of the bells and whistles we've come to expect in this kind of game, including player controlled vehicles, but it certainly runs the risk of being buried in the hype surrounding big upcoming titles like Half-Life 2 and Doom 3.
Command and Conquer Generals Review
Another RTS favorite has gone 3D. If your rig is up to the task, there is no doubt that this is the best-looking Command and Conquer yet, and it brings a few new surprises to the skirmish as well.
Another RTS favorite has gone 3D. If your rig is up to the task, there is no doubt that this is the best-looking Command and Conquer yet, and it brings a few new surprises to the skirmish as well.
Dungeon Siege Review
Darkness has spread over the land, meaning that you, and possibly a few friends, must set things straight by force. It's a familiar theme, but if you're interested in some 3D online fantasy role playing, Dungeon Siege might be the game for you.
Darkness has spread over the land, meaning that you, and possibly a few friends, must set things straight by force. It's a familiar theme, but if you're interested in some 3D online fantasy role playing, Dungeon Siege might be the game for you.
EverQuest: Planes of Power Review
Need a little high-level action for your elite EverQuest character? This expansion has some great new content for experienced players, and a number of features that will interest almost everyone in the game.
Need a little high-level action for your elite EverQuest character? This expansion has some great new content for experienced players, and a number of features that will interest almost everyone in the game.
Halo: Combat Evolved Review
If you've ever taken a warthog into a nasty group of Covenant soldiers with your guns blazing, you've probably dreamt of the day when you could play Halo online against human opponents. The long-awaited PC version of the game finally makes this possible, and the developers have put considerable energy into making Halo for the PC a good multiplayer experience.
If you've ever taken a warthog into a nasty group of Covenant soldiers with your guns blazing, you've probably dreamt of the day when you could play Halo online against human opponents. The long-awaited PC version of the game finally makes this possible, and the developers have put considerable energy into making Halo for the PC a good multiplayer experience.
Kuma\War Review
A lot of first-person shooters take you back to World War II or Vietnam, but Kuma\War immerses you in the very conflicts that have been making recent headlines. Every month they release several new missions for the game based on current events. Can it measure up to the plethora of military shooters out there?
A lot of first-person shooters take you back to World War II or Vietnam, but Kuma\War immerses you in the very conflicts that have been making recent headlines. Every month they release several new missions for the game based on current events. Can it measure up to the plethora of military shooters out there?
Neverwinter Nights Review
Back in my table-top D&D days, we used to dream wildly about future fantasy games played on high-tech hollographic devices. We're not quite there yet, but Neverwinter Nights does a remarkable job of recreating D&D for Internet play.
Back in my table-top D&D days, we used to dream wildly about future fantasy games played on high-tech hollographic devices. We're not quite there yet, but Neverwinter Nights does a remarkable job of recreating D&D for Internet play.
PlanetSide Review
If the sound of large-scale tactical combat in an FPS with hundreds of other players appeals to you, your choices are limited. PlanetSide is one of them, and it certainly aims high, but do we really have the technology to pull it off?
If the sound of large-scale tactical combat in an FPS with hundreds of other players appeals to you, your choices are limited. PlanetSide is one of them, and it certainly aims high, but do we really have the technology to pull it off?
Savage: Battle for Newerth Review
While each generation of FPS games brings improved graphics and new features to the genre, for the most part, gameplay hasn't changed that much. Savage boldly takes the shooter into some uncharted territory by adding a Warcraft-like real-time strategy element to the contest. It may not be for everyone, but it is certainly a different approach that will appeal to a lot of gamers.
While each generation of FPS games brings improved graphics and new features to the genre, for the most part, gameplay hasn't changed that much. Savage boldly takes the shooter into some uncharted territory by adding a Warcraft-like real-time strategy element to the contest. It may not be for everyone, but it is certainly a different approach that will appeal to a lot of gamers.
Shadowbane Review
Shadowbane is one of those MMORPGs people tend to either love or hate. Part of the reason for this is that, unlike most games of this kind, ruthless battles with other players over territory are what Shadowbane is all about. Here's my review of this unforgiving game.
Shadowbane is one of those MMORPGs people tend to either love or hate. Part of the reason for this is that, unlike most games of this kind, ruthless battles with other players over territory are what Shadowbane is all about. Here's my review of this unforgiving game.
Vietcong Review
You are about to enter the killing zone. Beware of snipers, tunnels, and other hidden dangers, because this PC shooter takes you on a tour of duty in the Vietnam jungle.
You are about to enter the killing zone. Beware of snipers, tunnels, and other hidden dangers, because this PC shooter takes you on a tour of duty in the Vietnam jungle.
Warbirds 2004 Review
If the planes in the Battlefield series are a little too simple for your awesome pilot skills, you might want to see if you have what it takes to rule the virtual skies in a flight simulator that emphasizes realism. The latest version continues the tradition with enhanced graphics, additional vehicles, artillery spotting, and more.
If the planes in the Battlefield series are a little too simple for your awesome pilot skills, you might want to see if you have what it takes to rule the virtual skies in a flight simulator that emphasizes realism. The latest version continues the tradition with enhanced graphics, additional vehicles, artillery spotting, and more.
Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos Review
The WarCraft series has always been a favorite of real-time strategy gamers. As a result, Reign of Chaos has some high standards to live up to. Find out if it meets the challenge!
The WarCraft series has always been a favorite of real-time strategy gamers. As a result, Reign of Chaos has some high standards to live up to. Find out if it meets the challenge!
The Matrix Online Beta Impressions
I've been jacking into The Matrix Online for a little while now and watching my character execute elaborate "wire-fu" moves on the enemy has been much more fun than I expected. The game is going into the final rounds of beta testing, with the release date now set at March 22nd in the US and April 8th in Europe. Here's a glimpse of life as a Redpill inside The Matrix.
I've been jacking into The Matrix Online for a little while now and watching my character execute elaborate "wire-fu" moves on the enemy has been much more fun than I expected. The game is going into the final rounds of beta testing, with the release date now set at March 22nd in the US and April 8th in Europe. Here's a glimpse of life as a Redpill inside The Matrix.
There Inc. Preview
It's called "There" and it's promising to be a 3D virtual world full of social events and other fun things to do. They are building it, but will people come? Perhaps more important, will they stay? Here's a look from inside the beta.
It's called "There" and it's promising to be a 3D virtual world full of social events and other fun things to do. They are building it, but will people come? Perhaps more important, will they stay? Here's a look from inside the beta.