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Metroid Prime
Metroid Prime suits up Samus and puts him back in the battle. Stunning graphics and excellent sound create an eerie atmosphere that will keep you glued to your screen. Unlock multiple endings and art galleries to extend the game further. This is one that doesn’t disappoint. Platform: Nintendo GameCube
No One Lives Forever 2
Graphics and game play are incredible and fluid in this game, which feels like a stylish cross between Austin Powers and James Bond. Defend yourself against skilled ninjas, Soviet soldiers or other aggressors as you unravel the plot of an evil organization known as H.A.R.M. The weapons and gadgets at your disposal are unique and resourceful. Finish missions and find hidden sections to gain experience points that can be spent to improve eight different skills. Overall, the controls are versatile and easy to use, and even in low-end graphics mode the game plays well and looks good. Platform: PC
Super Monkey Ball 2
Multi-player party fun! This super-cute party game brings back the classic Marble Madness style of game and addictive play. Great for players of all ages, it keeps the attention of a wide variety of players. You can keep pulling it out for months without getting tired of it. Platform: Nintendo GameCube
The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
If you’ve been looking for a true PC-style role-playing game for a non-PC environment, look no further. Morrowind is a console version of an established PC RPG series (hence the roman numeral, despite the fact that the first two aren’t available for the Xbox). It’s not just any RPG either — it’s one of the best. You’ll be amazed at the sheer size of the world you can explore. Create your character, choose a race and class: the standard mage, fighter, thief and other subclasses or even a custom class created by you. Just like the good ol’ days of D&D, only with less restrictive rules. Platform: Xbox and PC
Age of Mythology
Research new technologies, create armies and build a civilization to stand the test of time. Even if you haven’t played Age Of Empires, you’ll still be able to jump right in and figure things out. Excellent graphical appeal — fans of the Real Time Strategy genre are sure to appreciate this one. Platform: PC
Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance
With more bone-crushing, blood-spurting goodness than ever before, this latest incarnation will not disappoint fans of the Mortal Kombat franchise. Fighters can toggle between three fighting styles, two unarmed and one weapon-based, each with its own moves, making for button memorization madness. Motion capture of real martial arts techniques gives the game a realistic feel, while the blood, guts and gore put it ultra over the top. One cool feature is a DVD-extras-style making-of film that documents a day in the life of the developers. Platform: Nintendo GameCube, Xbox, PlayStation 2
MechAssault
A massive mech, a gigantic robot suit gives you awesome powers. There’s a disappointing lack of mech modifications, but you’ve got 18 to choose from. Find new mechs (and levels) via Xbox Live downloads. Solo-player mission is good, but the real action is online in multi-player mode. Platform: Xbox
SIMCITY 4
This is SimCity’s fourth incarnation. You’re still the mayor plotting out residential, commercial and industrial zones adding schools and hospitals and balancing the budget. What has changed are the dramatically improved graphics and complex gameplay. The new terraforming options in God mode allow you to carve out the countryside for your city landscape rather than just placing pools of water. Maxis has adopted the familiar interface from The Sims but takes the integration even further allowing you to import your beloved Sim into your city. Platform: PC
Mechwarrior 4: Mercenaries
A huge improvement over recent MechWarrior games. A compelling storyline and excellent playability make up for lacklustre graphics. Your choices affect future events, leading to one of three possible endings. Choose to stray from missions, fighting for glory and riches as a gladiator. Players new and old will find it easy to jump right in. Platform: PC
Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell
Surprisingly easy control over a vast array of moves makes Splinter Cell really feel like a spy simulator. You begin with a training mission that familiarizes you with all the basics and immediately immerses you in the life of main character Sam Fisher. Within minutes, you’ll be scaling ladders, picking locks and knocking your opponents unconscious. Linear game play is a downside of this game, but if you truly want to feel caught up in the action of being a stealthy spy, this one’s for you. Platform: Xbox
With files from Robert Scheid
