Best games

Fahrenheit: PS2 review

November 9th, 2005 - Niggling control issues aside, the compelling storyline and innovative gameplay approach makes Fahrenheit a must-have title for players wanting some change in their gaming diet. 7

Quake 4

November 3rd, 2005 - Quake 4 is fun, frantic and a definite step-up from the dour Doom 3. Its multiplayer component may not break any new ground, but as a single player experience Quake 4 is a winner.

• Where to buy? $30 to $32 at 2 stores

X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse

October 26th, 2005 - X-Men Legends II aims to set geek hearts aflutter with its pairing of Xavier's X-Men with Magneto's evil Brotherhood of Mutants. 2

Ricky Ponting International Cricket 2005

October 19th, 2005 - Ricky Ponting International Cricket 2005 is one of those rare sports games that's enjoyable for both novices and fanatics alike. 58

Advance Wars: Dual Strike (DS)

October 10th, 2005 - Despite being best known for pick-up and play gaming, the Nintendo DS boasts one of the deepest, most engaging strategy titles on any console in Advance Wars Dual Strike. 3

Sony PSP (PlayStation Portable)

September 29th, 2005 - After months of delay, the Sony PSP is finally here in Australia. Should Nintendo be worried? Read our Australian review. 185

Nintendogs

September 22nd, 2005 - Nintendogs is entertaining, interactive and endearing, but will it reach the mania level of the Tamagotchi craze? 31

• Where to buy? $50 to $60 at 3 stores

The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction

September 20th, 2005 - Puny humans! Tremble at the oversize feet of the mighty Hulk, who's now angrier than ever in The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction. Read our Australian review. 2

Battlefield 2: PC review

August 3rd, 2005 - Despite the fact that it's a sequel, Battlefield 2 is a thrilling action game that immerses you in the chaos of combat like never before. 12

• Where to buy? $13 to $28 at 3 stores

Sid Meier's Pirates: Xbox review

August 2nd, 2005 - Time to buckle your swash and get your timbers shivering. The sea is calling you to a life of debauchery in the Xbox version of Sid Meier's Pirates.