Kya: Dark Lineage
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (28 November, 2003)
list price: $39.99 -- our price: $14.88
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Features

• Boomerang can be used in normal, sniper-mode or controllable from a distance to fight off enemies and unlock hidden areas
• Extensive monetary system allows players to purchase power-ups and magical abilities
• Steal, tame and ride wild animals to flee or attack enemies
• 50 quests, 20 minigames, and nine massive environments to explore
• 30 dynamic, original combat moves and upgradable weapons

Reviews (16)

Graphics and Color like Jak and Daxter 1!
I like this game so far because of the colors and humor in the characters. It is cool that we finally see a girl as the main character, something wierd though is that she is off to find her 1/2 brother Frank but somewhere I read she was in love with him, I have to pretend I didn't hear that it's too wierd. The levels are hard to get to at first. Long start, just as it gets going you hit another long patch before you open another area. I haven't finished yet, but my time and I are invensted and I will see it through the end! My kids like playing with me and that is the best part about this game so far.

Addict, beauty, combat, explore, puzzle, facets, story
Our heroine and her brother are sucked into an alternate universe world.Our heroine, Kya, regains consciousness just in time to flee for her life with the help of one of the natives--giving a fast-paced school-of-hard-knocks demonstration of how the game's physics and nature works.Then you end up in the middle of the remaining native village, learn about the terrible threat of the Wolfen (and that your brother is probably in their clutches), and that you're the chosen one.

Being the chosen one means two things:You can use the weapons (more on those in a minute), and you can turn the Wolfen back to the Nativs (yeah, that's the name of the natives.Yeah, I agree.) once you finish knocking them out.

There are three things that make this game absolutely wonderful.The first is the combat system.Lesser creatures can be whacked by your boomerang, but with the Wolfen you typically have to personally whack them around until they stop moving.The fighting system in this game, however, is brilliant.Your moves are intuitive and your combos are relatively easy to learn, and you have a training room back in your home base that teaches you your attacks until you have them down.Rather than making you depend on studying a manual or relying on button-mashing, the game will allow you to practice (against a nonmoving straw opponent) every combo and trick you want to.If this doesn't sound brilliant, that's my own failing as a reviewer--it's an incredibly useful feature that should be in every fighting game.

Of course, Wolfen also go unconscious if you cause them to fall from a great height, cause something to fall on them, explode something near them, or cetera.If you can't get near them once they're kaput (or if you don't exorcise them for whatever reason), they'll reappear back where they were when you return to that area of the map.Different parts of the game unlock as you exorcise Wolfen, so I highly recommend aiming at 100%.As I understand it, the best ending doesn't unlock unless you do (I did it.)

The game is open-ended.You're given objectives by the tribal leader, but you're free to ignore them and explore on your own for as long as you like.Some parts of the world, of course, will require you to have certain items to traverse (you can't get up the sheer cliff without the climbing gloves, for instance)

There are many many mini games, many of which are two-player and all of which can be used to win extra money.Happily, however, none of these games are necessary to the overall story, and I played most of 'em only once or twice, being eager to get back to the original story.

The art is fantastic.The only time the illusion is shattered is during an infrequent polygon error--most of the time, the feeling of immersion is on par with the best games available for the PS2 today.That feeling is especially awesome during times when you can pull off something ridiculous (like triggering a chain-reaction explosion involving barrels of gasoline and gunpowder while twenty Wolfen are busy inspecting that area.)

The puzzles could be a little more complex (usually figuring out what to do is easier than actually doing it), but are involved and interesting.

The story was simple enough for a preteen to enjoy, but still interesting and still had a surprise or two for me (though for the most part it was fairly easy to plot in advance)

The music leans toward Techno in flavor.

I have been lending my copy to friends, and the only ones who don't seem to get addicted to the game instantly are those who dislike games with arcade-style aspects (it can be frustrating to, for instance, fire bombs from a turret on a train at the cannons on an airship, then leap from the train to a running horse-thing, then leap from that to the platforms on the airship, hoping to knock out the Wolfen driving it before it goes through the curtain of lava.)

This game is rated [T]een, but I believe it's appropriate for all age groups.The heroine is a strong and positive and nonstereotyped female role model, at no point in the story does the game even seem to notice that fact--it's not an issue.

If you aren't intimidated by action-based games, can solve a moderately complex puzzle, like exploring, and like variety in your games, I highly recommend you pick up a copy of this game.

I give the game 5/5 for fun, and 4/5 overall only because I would have liked a little more complexity in the puzzles and storyline.

The game's official website can be found at

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Kya Kicks @ss
I have beaten this game.It took quite a while, and a lot of gameplay going back and forth. It was quite fun free-falling, and using the slides!I had a great time playing it.

The worlds are well put together, I do wish that it had better mapping, but I got around using what was there.I loved trying those kick-@ss moves on those wolves!!(Swinging them around by their tails and such.)It was one of the best platform games I've played thus far.It does stand up there within the top 10 with Rachet & Clank, and Jak & Daxter.

Don't waste your time renting it, buy this one.It's worth having if you want to try some cool things as far as fighting, riding a dino-type thing, free-falling, wind floating, and small puzzles...that take you places.:-)This one takes longer than a couple of days. ... Read more

Asin: B00009IFE6
Sales Rank: 2967
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Backyard Wrestling: Don't Try This At Home
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (10 October, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $6.98
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Features

• Dozens of weapons to beat and bludgeon your opponents with, including barbed wire, and thumbtacks
• Innovative damage model system allows the characters to get cuts, bruises, and gashes all over
• For 1 or more players
• Backyard wrestling game featuring hardcore stars such as M-Dogg 20, Josh Prohibition, and more
• Create A Wrestler: Get your look together,define your offensive arsenal, and put yourself in the game

Reviews (32)

Great Game, Great Price!
This is a good wrestling game, it's worth buying just so you can wrestle someone else in vs. mode. For this price - get it!

Could have been better
Now I dont hate this game, but I dont like it either. The game consists of several players that you can choose in multiplayer mode or in the one player mode. The levels themselves are surprisingly small, and even though there are an abundance of weapons, once you use them, they disappear!

That is not how I would have liked to play it. If you hit someone over the head with a chair, would you have liked it to disappear? Some of the levels are also really dark and you either have to squint to see your opponent, or skip it entirely.

The music for the game is the only great thing about it. You have a huge list of bands that can play songs and listen to them while you play the game. The characters are good, yet some can get really annoying with all their taunts.

Another problem would have to be that the moves these guys use looks like they are part superhero or something. Now I dont know if any of you like the fact that these guys can jump 50 feet in the air and throw their opponents on mattresses of fire while they come down, but it just doesn't look real to me. Call me crazy but it just doesn't.

This is a great game to RENT, not to own. There are some laughs in here, and some moves do look cool, but unfortunately not everything is great, and some things should definately change. If you really want this game then you should buy it, but for those of you who want something a little more like WWE style wreslting, only rent this.

alright game

I enjoy the talk show mode and stuff that goes on in it. ... Read more

Asin: B00009YEJV
Sales Rank: 5336
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Dragon Ball Z : Budokai
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (06 December, 2002)
list price: $49.99
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Editorial Review

Dragon Ball Z: Budokai faithfully recreates the popular Dragon Ball animated series, giving you the power to fight up to 23 familiar friends and foes in a variety of scenarios. It's not for the weak of thumb, so start out with a little practice, learning the powerful kicks, punches, and elaborate combinations that will lead you to victory. When you’ve mastered the skills, and warmed up your thumbs, jump into the tournament ring and defeat opponents--every victory wins you money to spend at Mr. Popo’s, buying and trading skills to trounce future opponents.

The Story segment of the game may be the most fun for fans, though it diverges from standard gameplay. Where most games have long, elaborate series of gameplay, intercut with story, Dragon Ball Z intercuts very short interactive battles with long animated sequences portraying everything from the Saiyan Saga through to the Cell Games. The animation and voicing in these sequences mirrors the television series and even uses the very same voice actors as the show. Some fans may be disappointed when gameplay ends with the Cell Games--or they may take it as a sure sign that future games will be released to cover the remaining sagas.

Fun? Yes. Flawless? No. There’s not a whole lot under the surface of the sagas--what you see is what you get. And you also might get a little carpal tunnel syndrome along the way--the button-mashing combinations needed to pull off the most awesome moves may not be friendly to fans’ forearms. Still, Dragon Ball Z: Budokai may be a slam dunk for fans of the series who now have the opportunity not just to watch the sagas, but to participate in them. --Maile Bohlmann

Pros:

• Faithfully re-creates the animated series
• Voicing by the original actors
• Two-player dueling option
• Story segment lets fans live in the Dragon Ball world

Cons:

• Elaborate combinations are difficult to remember
• Doesn't contain all the sagas
• Little depth of gameplay

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Features

• Platform: PlayStation 2
• ESRB Rating: Teen
• Genre: Fighting

Reviews (225)

This game is cool
Either your a dragonball z fan or your not.If you are a fan, you will buy this game and add it to your collection.If not you can still play it and have a good time.A spectacular 3D world filled with the fiercest fighters the universe has ever known. Test your skills against the most powerful Dragon Ball Z heroes and the most sinister villains. Every battle is more intense, more dangerous, and more epic than the one before. Will you be the last warrior standing?
This game features follow the Dragon Ball Z animated series from Saiyan Saga to Cell Games.
Face off with up to 23 mighty Dragon Ball Z warriors.
Unlock, customize, and trade devastating skills with friends to create the most powerful fighters in the universe.
Fight in five epic play modes.
Fine tune your skills against custom AI opponents.
Battle at blazing speeds in the Burst Zone.
Buy it.

Great
This is a great game it only has up until the ending of the Cell Games Saga, but still it is way better than Budokai 2, 3 and Sagas. For one this is not a "board" game type game as the second one or an adventure like Budokai 3 or an everywhere traveling game like Sagas, it's just a plain old simple fighting game with great cut-scenes. I give this game a 5 out of 5 and a 10 out of 10(My highest rating ever).

This Game Rocks
This game is the first of the Dragonball Z Budokai series. It features all the characters from the Saiyan Saga, to the Cell Games Saga. You can also go through the story of Dragonball Z using the Story mode (this is also how you unlock most of the characters). The other two characters you have to get by beating the World Tournament stage.

Cons:
1. If you don't like fighting games this is not for you
2. If you don't want to keep pressing the same button combinations all the time, I'd suggest one of the later games in the series.
3. It only goes to the Cell Games Saga
4. It leaves out the Garlic Jr. Saga (just in case some of you were wondering)

Pros:
1. It's based on the show, so if you're a fan you'll like it
2. If you have some of the other games or if you are thinking about getting one of them this is a good way to train yourself with the controls.
3. This is the only game in which you get to play as either Android 19, Zarbon, or Dodoria (in case you wanted to know if there are any secondary characters in the game)
4. This is the only game in which the characters aren't Cell shaded (although in Dragonball Z Budokai 3 they fixed up the job a little)

Finally I will end this by saying that even though I only gave this four stars, this game was extremely well made. Again this game is also very good at training you with the controls of the other games so if you are having trouble check it out. ... Read more

Asin: B00005BR6H
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Action    6. Adventure    7. Fighting    8. Great Deals (Outlet store)   

WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (30 October, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.95
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Features

• Real-life attributes of strength, submission, technique, speed and stamina
• Improved arena and crowd elements
• For 1 to 4 players
• WWE wrestling action
• Showcases more than 55 WWE Superstars

Reviews (283)

Legands!!
I like no Love this game! It has the the best legands.My favorites. George "The Animal" Steele,Jimmy"Superfly" Snuka, and Hillbilly Jim.To me, those were the best legands (Hillbilly more less a fan favorite) still George & Jimmy althogh all wrestlers have a strange look (More More Jimmy Snuka) HBJ has a wierd bierd Snuka's got an afro and George is yellow.I all-so (?) Think Sarge Slaghter and Ted Diabiaso(DE-bE-asO) are excellent.

Note:I write all this becuse nobody REALLY mentioned the legands.

Difficult to play
I found the game had a great selection of wrestlers and matches, the graphis were good also. But it is very difficult to play. Even in the easy mode. The average Playstation 2 gamer will not be able to play this game at any level. Only the hard core gamer will enjoy this game.

A huge improvement over SYM!
*Read Title.* This is a huge improvement over the last WWE Game on The PS2, SYM...And I *HATED* SYM cuz I didn't even know how to play it! <_<; >_> Now onto the Review of the best Smackdown game...EVER!

Graphics:The graphics are up-to-par with RAW 2s graphics, Really nice graphics and good Arena's, But the crowd are STILL cardboard Cut-Outs XD, But who cares about the Crowds? The character models all look good ((Even HHH...)) For Example:HBK, Goldberg & Brock Lesnar...There are some Messed up face models like Orton, Kane & Angle so the graphics don't really get to get a 10. 8/10.

Sound:UGH...Please put the music off! The music when your wrestling really gets on your nerves I always turn it off cuz it sucks @ss!!!! But that's the Music, The sound effects when you Kick, Punch etc. someone are Nicely done. :) 6/10.

Gameplay:Better than No Mercy? Not Quite...But it sure as HELL comes close to being the best damn Dubya Dubya EE game ever! New aspects have been added into this game like Blood ((YES!!)) and 2 new match types, First Blood & THE ELIMINATION CHAMBER!!! OMGWTFDIE. Yes, An EC just Like Survivor Series 2002 & SummerSlam 2003 and the upcoming one at New Years Revolution has been added, The finishers have never looked better...By far this is the most improved Wrestling game. 9/10.

Replayability:CAW, Season Mode...DUH. 8/10.

Overall:
Graphics:8.
Sound:6.
Gameplay:9.
Replayability:8.

The Good:
~Cool looking Moves.
~EC & First Blood.
~No Clipping.
~Smooth char models.
~50 Match Types!

The Bad:
~CAW sucks.
~CAW models are the worst CAW models I've ever seen.
~Bra & Panties.
~In-Game music.
~Season only lasts 1 year.

Rent or Buy:Rent it at first, Try it out, I doubt most of you will find the CAW very good but You'll like the Season & The New match types, I'd rent it at first if I were you, But if you're a Hardcore WWE Fan, It's a definite buy... ... Read more

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Sales Rank: 1450
Subjects:  1. Sports    2. Outdoors    3. Video Games    4. PS2 (PSX2)    5. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    6. Playstation2 (Play station2)    7. Fighting   

Karaoke Revolution with Headset
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (07 November, 2003)
list price: $69.99
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Features

• Sing your favorite tunes while Karaoke Revolution judges you
• Perform your way to the ultimate concert venue in Showtime Mode
• Choose from a list of hits from the 70's, 80's, 90's and today!
• Utilizes the Sony USB headset microphone for PlayStation®2
• For 1 to 8 players

Reviews (53)

So much fun for the whole family!
This game is tons of fun!My husband, children (ages 6 and 7) and I have had hours and hours of enjoyment from this game.I definetely recommend that your children be able to read fluently to thoroughly enjoy the game.This game is also great for informal parties, as an ice breaker.

Lots of fun, better than owning a karaoke machine!
This game was a lot of fun. The microphone headset works great. The only downside is I wish it had more songs... but I guess that is what sequals are for. Overall a good product, fun to play with friends or family... or even by yourself.

Lots of fun, especially with a lot of people
It's a pretty fun game.It doesn't have a whole lot of songs, maybe around 30-40, but the ones that it does have are fun to sing and are songs that generally a lot of people know, or would be willing to learn.There are also several different modes to play in, so you can play the game over and over and never get tired of it.Perhaps one of the best features is that up to 8 people can play without any extra expansion packs or controllers; all you need is one controller and the USB headset and you just pass it around for everyone to play.

I agree with everyone else, though, when they say the headset is very flimsy.I originally was going to get a separate headset but bought the package deal.Bad idea.You practically have to eat the thing to sing, and it IS small and will get caught in long hair.Plus, you don't get the fun karaoke experience.My advice: buy the game separately, then get the handheld mic.As soon as I get some more money I'm gonna get the handheld mic myself, it picks your voice up better.

Overall, a good buy!And lots of fun, especially if you have a lot of outgoing, un-self-conscious people. ... Read more

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Sales Rank: 4341
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Time Crisis 3
Average Customer Review:
Video Game (24 October, 2003)

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Features

• Astigos is a tiny Meditarrenean island that is fighting for its independence. You'll control a pair of secret agents as you help Astigos before its too late
• Choose from multiple weapons -- use a handgun, shotgun, machine gun or grenade launcher
• Collect power-ups to help you get through each stage before the time runs out
• New sniper-mode for slower, more deliberate gaming -- a nice change from the hail-of-bullets action
• Take out the enemy twice as fast with two-player mode

Reviews (22)

The BEST Virtual Video Game EVER!
Time Crisis 3 is the BEST virtual video game I have EVER played! It makes me feel like I'm actually the person shooting. It comes with one of the best light guns ever, called GunCon2, which is very easy to hook up. It's a challenging game that tests your first-person shooting skills. There are 3 different game modes. The 1st one is Arcade Mode, which is the mode that is available at the beginning at the game. You play as Alan Dunaway or Wesley Lambert (Depending on which USB Port you plugged the GunCon2 into your Playstation 2). The 2nd game mode is Rescue Mission Mode, where you play as Alicia Winston. The objective is the same. You just play from a different perspective and the missions are a little different. The last game mode is Crisis Mission Mode, which is training missions where you must fulfill a certain objective, such as defeating a certain amount of enemies or scoring a certain amount of points. You can also change the difficulty setting for every mode except Crisis.

AWESOME GAME, EVEN IF BOUGHT USED
I bought the game used to save me a couple of bucks. Came with the game and an USED gun. Brought it home, both the gun and the game played perfectly. If you plan to play with an friend, have a big tv for a split screen. Unless you have a set of two tvs, ps2's, two games and an i.link to connect the ps'2 together so both played have their own tv but play as a team. If you're like me who has Time Crisis 2, the gun that comes with TC3(if you bought the whole set), the gun that comes with TC3 comes in handy if you wanna play Double Barrel.

A Grand Achievement
Once again, Namco has produced a very successful installment into the beloved series of Time Crisis. This installment produces MAXIMUM fun, and in my opinion, is the best out of the three. This game includes Arcade mode, Rescue mission, Crisis missions, sniper combat, The weapon select system, and Multiplayer. I will explain all of those later on. Now, onward to the review....

STORY 7/10

This is the best story any of the Time Crisis games could offer. Usually, the story is pretty linear and retarded, but now the story has some twists. for example, on rescue mission mode is based around the character Alicia, who is on a mission to rescue her brother. Along the way, Alicia runs into one of her brothers comrades, which to my actual surprise, pulled a gun onto Alicia.

The actual plot is that two of V.S.S.E's best officers were sent into the once-peaceful town of Astigos to stop the Zagorian forces from launcing tactical missiles towards Lukano. Along the way, they meet up with Alicia, the sister of a leader of the lukano troops, who joined up with them to rescue her brother. Enough of this though...

SOUND AND MUSIC 9/10

This is the best music i have ever heard on any of the Time Crisis games. It is VERY catchy, and will force you to pause the game and listen to it. There is a problem with the music however. During the cutscenes, the music is so irritating that i want to bash the skull of whoever made that music, as it is very lame, not catchy, and makes me want to vomit.

As usual, the Sound is top-notch on this game, as the gunshots sound like gunshots, and the enemies grunt and scream when you shoot them. Helicopters sound real, you can hear the engine in the jeeps, and so on.

GAMEPLAY 10/10

The most fun light-gun shooting game available. this game portrays many challenges, such as helicopters, enemies shooting from jeeps, or the flamethrower enemies (ohhh those guys piss me off). A VERY fun and challenging item that they added onto this game are shields for the enemies. what I am talking about is that it doesnt take one shot to kill one enemy, but certain enemies have to be shot about 5 times to kill, making the game longer and more enjoyable.

Another add-on that Namco produced was the weapon-select system. this system allows you to choose from four different weapons: The Handgun (unlimited), Machine Gun, Shotgun, and Grenade launcher(last three are limited). In order to receive more ammunition for the limited guns, you have to search and destroy certain yellow-armored soldiers. This new select system is very fun, and if for some reason you get angry at this one section, you can just shoot a grenade at all of the enemies, making you happier, and clearing that area.

The one thing that I think that Namco should have left on from Time Crisis 2 is the double-gun mode....That mode was superfun. Namco created more Crisis missions, even harder and even more than before. Also, after you beat Arcade mode, you unlock a mode called the rescue mission mode, where you play as Alicia on her way to rescuing her brother. along the way, you can play a new feature: Sniper combat, which is pretty fun.

GRAPHICS 10/10

top-notch. that all I have to say

REPLAY VALUE 10/10

I, myself, play this game many times over again, as it is a very nice challenge with lots of fun in it.

I recommend you buy this game with a guncon 2 (about 60 dollars. I know it is expensive, but you'll get over it) ... Read more

Asin: B0000D8MBA
Sales Rank: 1339
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Celebrity Death Match
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (17 October, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.99
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Features

• Multiple play modes
• Commentary from Nick Diamond and Johnny Gomez
• For 1 or 2 players
• One-on-one celebrity fighting based on MTV series
• Great graphics and gameplay

Reviews (15)

4 TO 5 STARS.
I would personally rate this game a 5, but i suppose this will get completed easily and the game will probably get boring aftera bit. I think it is good, you are a celeb and you beat the hell out of the other apponent i won nearly every time. DEATHMATCH to fight good game that could probably be completed quitre easily.

characters
Why does everyone I know who's played this game does not like Carrot Top? There's absolutely nothing wrong with him. I was surprised who was on this game when I got it. If there's someone who gets annoying quickly like Ron Jeremy or Anna Nicole Smith orCindy Margolis, I can easily kill them with ones like Jerry Springer or the Mummy! THIS GAME IS NEAT! {It's not my favorite, but a neat fighting game}.

MTV wasted time and money on this?!
When I got this game I thought this was gonna be awesome...boy was I was wrong...big time. I'm not gonna explain the gameplay or anything cause its not worth it. They should have spent time and money working on new fights for the show which I am a huge fan of even though now its only reruns on MTV2. A Celebrity Deathmatch Season DVD set anyone? ... Read more

Asin: B000083GIW
Sales Rank: 3381
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DDR Max 2: Dance Dance Revolution
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (26 September, 2003)
list price: $39.99 -- our price: $29.95
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Features

• Customize dance steps in Edit mode and exercise in Work Out mode
• Links with previous games for special features
• For 1 or 2 players
• All-new exclusive songs, licensed songs and dance hits
• New game modes and graphical interface featuring music videos

Reviews (122)

one of the better games.
This game is amazingly fun and addicting. I started playing 2 or so years ago, and i'm still playing it. It will only take you a couple of weeks to reach Heavy Mode and maybe a month or 2 before you can beat MaxX UNLIMITED.
To play this game, you step on the arrows on the dance pad corresponding to the arrows scrooling up the screen. Some songs are exceptionally fast (320 BPM: MaxX UNLIMITED), others are really slow (140 BPM: So Deep). The fast ones may seem impossible to read at first, but after some time, it'll be easier to read than a picture book.
Personally, the hard songs are really easy over time. Believe it or not, i have "AAA"ed MAX 300, MaxX UNLIMITED, and The legend of MAX, and im one of the best players in Ohio.
And by the way, if you go to buy the Japanese version of MAX2 or Extreme, have fun with PARANOiA Survivor MAX (Hardest song in DDR history) ;)

Much better than seditary gaming!
I love this, I still don't understand how anyone can actually do the advanced levels (seems impossible to me).The thing that I'm not sure about is if it will save info for 2 players?Overall fun and a good workout for body and mind and spirit.

"Patrick Swayze Would have been proud of me"
Last Friday, my aunt Chris and uncle Chris (no joking they have the same exact name; on a side note though, for laughs I like to call uncle Chris aunt Chris, lol)came into town to go to some formal dinner of some sorts with Mom and Dad. I was supposed to go to 9 Mile with Lyle and look at guitars with him but Mom and Dad said I had to baby-sit Chris and Chris's 12 year old daughter (my cousin) Trisha.

She was kind of spoiled but that's what happens to most only children. Anywho, she brought over this new virtual reality game for the PS2 called Dance Dance Revolution 2. Whereas the point is to stand on these pads and, you guessed it dance. Lyle ended staying over to keep me company while bratty Trisha played with her High Brow toy. She ended up having two of those virtual reality pads so two people could play. When she offered, Lyle immediately stated, "NO WAY, those are strictly for girls and Asian guys", I quickly followed his lead to save face with him (he was a little irritated that we had to skip guitar browsing, so I didn't want to push it).

Around 10:30 Trisha went to bed so Lyle and I watched Black Dog (a great Patrick Swayze movie, by the way), Lyle went to bed right after the movie ended, but I told him I wanted to stay up a little bit to practice my harmonica. After about 15 minutes when I thought he would be a sleep, I kind of betrayed him and turned on Dance Dance. I played and it grew on me really quick. Before I knew it, I was dancing like my feet were on fire. After about twenty minutes I thought how fun it would be to go head on head with someone else. Since I dared not to wake up Lyle or Trisha, I had an ingenious idea.

What I did was I boxed in the second pad with the couch, loveseat, and chairs, then I tied a bog biscuit to a string and hung it from the light fixture above the pad. Then I woke up Morris (my dog) and did a quick grappling bout with him to riel him up. When I found him ready enough I put him in the furniture enclosure and showed him the dog biscuit. The match was on! We played straight for about a half-hour. I danced like there was no tomorrow while he jumped up and down trying to get the treat that was just inches from his grip. In the end I pretty much annilatted Morris, I think he only beat me like once.

In conclusion, Virtual Reality is finally starting to show some promise. It's been a long road for it. I just hope the world can show the future generations of virtual reality the tolerance and acceptance that Morris, Trisha, and I have.

Now at the Review writing section it asked me 2 questions.The first was "How much fun is this game?".Well thats easy.It is a Tuttleman approved 5 stars of fun.The second question was "How do you rate this game overall?".The problem is that I could never admit to Lyle that I actually liked this crazy contraption.Do you know how many cool points I would lose if Lyle knew I was (for one night only) a solid-gold lord of the dance with feet of fire!?ALL OF THEM.So I'm rating it 1 star over-all, just in case Lyle asks me what I rated it.That way I won't technically be lying to Lyle.Later. ... Read more

Asin: B0000A09EL
Sales Rank: 129
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Classics (Classic)    6. Retro   

NBA Street Vol 2
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (29 April, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.88
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Editorial Review

We could say that NBA Street 2 is the shizzle, or the sheezy, or the shizzit, but we won't--even though it is. You'll get enough street talk playing the game. Street 2 is just the best basketball game yet.

Although it is an official NBA product, the fact that it's playground ball liberates Street 2 from the confines of fan reverence. Instead, especially in the "Be a Legend" option, it has a great sense of humor about itself. The boss of each city, once defeated, can be added to the player'sroster--and although they are caricatures, they're fondly and funnily done.

Among the best are Stretch (a dunker from Harlem), Dime (a female ballstealer who resembles the singer Pink) and Osmosis (an Oakland version of "It" player Yao Ming). Our prediction? Kids who see Street 2 will not only want to play the game, they'll want to be street legends themselves when they grow up.

And speaking of kids: parents couldn't find a kid- or teen-friendlier game. There's no adult language, and the color commentary is fantastic. It's much improved from the original game's repetitive "MJ, go on with your bad self"patter. Bobbito Garcia, a real-life streetball announcer, should get a "nice work" bonus. For that matter, so should the ambience-noise guys, who included, for example, a single cellphone ring in the background. Clever.

Those not inclined to love sports games should trust in Street 2--it's visually brilliant, witty, and don't-take-it-away-from-me addictive. True basketball fans should get this game immediately, if not sooner. They'll best appreciate that all the old time players have their moment in the sun; for example, 5,000 points unlocks Dr. J, and a billboard between sets advertises Bill Russell and other pioneers. Classic hip-hop from artists like MC Lyte rounds out the impressive package. Kudos to gamemaker EA Sports Big for taking it to the hole. --Jennifer Buckendorff ... Read more

Features

• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Genre: Sports
• Mission: Use your skill and style to become the greatest streetballer of all time

Reviews (90)

The best of the best!
I like this game especially the new gamebraker and the "off the heazy" and the " Back 2 Papa" technique. It was even better with all the street legends: Earvin Johnson, Larry Bird, James Worthy, Isiah Thomas, Clyde Drexler, Moses Malone, Dominique Wilklins, Wilt Chamberlain, Jerry West, David Thompson, Rick Barry, Connie Hawkins, Bill Walton, Julius Erving, Walt Frazier, Earl Monroe, George Gervin, Pete Maravich, Oscar Robertson, Elgin Baylor, Bill Russell, and last but not least Michael Jordan. I give this movie a 5 out of 5.

Mike D come and rock the sure shot!
Great sports game because it combines the action of basketball with its own sense of fun, irreverence and personality -- the gameplay is amazing, the announcer is hilarious, the hip hop soundtrack is tremendously good, the players and their abilities are precise and unique and the AI serves up plenty of surprises. Plus, you can create your own characters (mine is fat with a huge afro and he dresses like a bum but he's great at long range shots).

I don't play many sports games.They're great and all but I'm more of a GTA devotee - I like shooting, I like driving, I like blowing stuff up.Still, the weekend after someone loaned me their copy of this game, I had to buy it, it was just too much fun, and even a year later continue to pop it in and play away.

Above da rim street ball
With all of the NBA basketball games on the market this one will always stand out, not because it gets "technical" with triangle offense and set plays, but break your ankle fakes, mindblowing alley-oops and nasty in your face dunks.
If you want a true street ball game minus the gravity limiting, boring old layups, short jumpers and three pointers NBA Street Vol. 2 is for you. I hear Vol. 3 is in production right now so I can only hope that the folks at EA will only get better when that one comes out. ... Read more

Asin: B00005CF9L
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Sports    6. Outdoors    7. Great Deals (Outlet store)   

PS2 Game Screen
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Electronics
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Features

• Plays games without tying up the family TV
• Allows portable play of PS2 games and DVDs
• Built-in stereo speakers
• Includes cables and power adapter
• UPC 804926073007

Reviews (91)

Option #2
For maybe $20 more than the price of this you could buy a 7" portable player with an AV-in. As long as you're willing to deal with the extra cords for the larger screen, I don't see why anyone would want to buy this.

It's okay for what it it !
These screens, are good for storage and compactablity. But the game pictures it shows isn't all that great. It is usable, pictures can be grainy and dark at times. But after hooking PS2 up to a tiny TV - it's color and overall picture is so much better, for game playing. If I'd of thought of the small TV, I would not of purchased one of these screens. So,I wasted money - mini TV is better. Add'l note: It's more durable than you'd think, it was knock off a table with the PS2 system, I was worried that the screen would break - it didn't.

Tough little space saver
Currently serving in Afghanistan, I am in Army Aviation. We spend a huge amount of time on missions, and sometime's we're forced to sleep on our helicopters. We cant bring things like TVs with us on the birds, but this little screen fit right in my flight bag along with my slim model PS2. At least it is something for those crappy nights spent in the middle of nowhere. The resolution isnt bad at night, but the screen is too small for some games. But it's better than nothing, and the sand and rough rides dont seem to phase it at all. I'm really happy with this product. ... Read more

Asin: B00005UOS4
Sales Rank: 707
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Sony Playstation (Play station)    3. PSX (PS1 PSOne PS (1 one I)    4. Controller    5. Rumble Packs (Paks)    6. Cables (Cable)    7. Adapters (Adapter)    8. PS2 (PSX2)    9. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    10. Playstation2 (Play station2)    11. Console (ps2console playstation2console)    12. Great Deals (Outlet store)    13. Cases    14. Storage   

Tony Hawk's Underground
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (28 October, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.99
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Features

• Customize and name your own tricks
• Create parks with Skate park Editor
• For 1 or 2 players, or online (network adapter required)
• You are an unknown local skate punk trying to make it big
• Get off your board and explore 9 expansive levels

Reviews (145)

4.5 stars if I could
I love this game it has some tight elements to it yknow, it is different to the others in the series well cause there is some new things; like being able to get off your board, run, climb and walk around the levels.

There is the usual characters with the exception of Caballero and Steamer and the addition of Arto saari and Paul Rodriguez who are new. I'll just tell you who there is:Hawk, Burnquist, campbell, mullen, rowley, rodrigiuez, saari, thomas, reynolds, muska, bam & Ironman and some other unlockables.

The story mode is easy even on hard. It starts in NJ your Hometown where you learn basic stuff and get to create a skater for the mode. You have a friend called Eric who you become enemies with later. You run from the dealers who capture Eric and go to the next level Manhattan in NYC where you have to get sponsored then to Tampa where you do the Tampa AM if you and when you win you go to Diego to meet the team leader a fat guy called Todd, no matter what team you pick it don't make no difference after that you go to Hawaai where you do a crazy stunt off the hotle top. Then to Vancouver for Slam City jam when you win off to Moscow for some reason. Then after you go back to NJ where you face off with Eric (your rival now) and have to do his line which is mega hard, oh and before that you have to make a team of pros and make a video. You have finished.

The levels now

new Jersey:Not much to skate except the Train station and the pool 3/5
Manhattan: great level with many tight spots to skate 5/5
tampa: some good spots but not many 4/5
san diego; not much in this level 2/5
Hawaai: Good for jumping off the hotel and doing mad tricks
Vancouver: My Favorite level for some reason it really good 5/5
Slam City jam: A big skate park good 4/5
Moscow: soem good spots 3.5/5#
Bonus level: Hotter than hell: a kiss concert 1.5/5-it is a boring level

Thats the game- but check da tricks and movies. Buy if ya liek skate games

A Great game, but lacks things
I like that you can do your own career, but you can't choose yes or no, good or evil! It is pretty cool that you can create a park, but the create a trick is not so good. The career is good, but disapointingly short. Yet I do recommend you get this game.

An awesome skate adventure
The coolest skating game yet,you start playing and stop until you beat some levels.Superb,fantastic,great,cool,awesome. ... Read more

Asin: B0000A082Y
Sales Rank: 1144
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Sports    6. Outdoors   

True Crime: Streets of LA
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CD-ROM (07 November, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.88
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Editorial Review

True Crime: Streets of L.A. is a Grand-Theft-Auto-esque action/driving/shooter that allows you to take control of Nick Kang, a cop out to solve a strange rash of crimes and solve his father's mysterious murder. The game treats itself like a movie, with frequent dialogue and cinematics, a soundtrack filled with some of rap's heavy hitters, and some surprising voiceover talent, like Christopher Walken and Snoop Dogg.

The missions given to you tend to involve shooting up or beating up (there is a big distinction between gun fighting and kung fu) a room full of bad guys, or simply have you racing against the clock in your car. In between, you can roam around and solve simple street crimes (mugging, car jackings, etc), or earn upgrades for your driving, shooting, and fighting abilities. The upgrade mechanism is important because while it's an entertaining way to add new gameplay elements several hours in, the early game leaves you with so few moves that the game is hard, or worse, boring. The game also features a Good-Cop/Bad-Cop karma system that rewards or punishes you for doing the right or wrong thing. Arrest criminals in non-lethal manner to get better endings, or terrorize the populace and have both citizens and police turn on you.

While it can be an entertaining take on the Grand Theft Auto genre, True Crime tends to suffer from hit and miss execution. For every compelling game element, there's another equally awful one. There are several mission types that are completely devoid of any fun, melee fighting favors button mashing even after the nearly-useless string of upgrades, and the controls and camera seem to work against you more often than for you. Ultimately, hardcore Grand Theft Auto fans and the infinitely patient may be in for a treat, but everyone else is advised to think twice about this game.--Jon "Safety Monkey" Grover

Pros:

• Variety of mission types keeps game from getting overly repetitive
• Karma system and plenty of alternate cinematics add to replay value
• Excellent voice work and above average graphics

Cons:

• Controls feel sloppy and the camera will make you want to punch out your TV
• Certain mission-types are just plain boring
• Melee fighting favors button mashing over thought-out, timed attacks

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Features

• Snoop Dogg, the Dogg Father of hip-hop, is an unlockable, playable character. When players unlock his character in Dogg Patrol mode they can play as Snoop and roll through the streets in a custom convertible, complete with hydraulics, while looking for random crimes to solve and criminals to take down.
• Featuring a powerful 3D engine, True Crime: Streets Of L.A. allows players to move freely through a 400 square mile living, breathing re-creation of the City of Angels.
• Players will be able to visit popular L.A. landmarks, or buy services from local gun merchants, mechanics or doughnut shops.
• Improve Kang's abilities by visiting auto simulators, dojo's and gun ranges around town.
• Thirty vehicles to choose from.

Reviews (154)

real cop reviews police games
ok. well first let me say i had a good time with this game. it would be a better world if real police officers wrote reviews about police type games instead of some moron who has no idea of what being a cop is like. the graphics and realism of the city is unbelieveable. better than vice city, better than gtaIII, better than dead to rights. (although dead to rights story was fantastic).

pros of true crime:
as the main character you are able to choose from 4 different hot vehicles in the police impound to drive (unlock code needed) get it at gamestop or another cheat code provider.

many cheat and unlockables available to make game more fun and interesting.

city of la makes you feel like you are really in la.

back to the unlockables you are able to play as different characters instead of just nick

good cop bad cop rating makes game more intertaining and gives gamer the option of doing the right hing or being "dirty"

chris walken great voice over, and props to snoop dogg for lending his one of kind voice

being able to search people on the street for drugs and weapons without having probable cause.(only if real life were like this)

wide array of guns available.

women in game are hott hott hott!!!

cons of true crime:
camera angles suck!!

during the hand to hand fighting good luck, people are extremely hard to fight and actually win. may have to fight same person 2 or 3 times before you beat them. even street thugs like to fight hard.

too many street crimes happening right away, just after you finish one crime another breaks out right near you. makes it hard to complete a mission and move on especially if you can't just ignore crimes.

missions are drawn out if you are going for a good cop rating, too short if your going for bad cop.

overall scale of 1-10 10 being the ultimate this game falls short in too many areas. graphics help but too many problems to piss some one off. overall 6.

One of the worst PS2 game ever
Overrated and boring game is a real waste of money and time that it makes Kingdom Hearts look like a masterpiece. A policeman kills people on the streets,jacks car,and shoots anyone one with a gun. This game gets old very fast and the camera angles make this game hard to play. The graphics are good and the missions are decent but the real reason this stinks is because those annoyning camera angles. Please play at your own risk but do not buy this. True Crime is real crime to release this at stores for children/teens to waste their parents or their money own.

Typical Activision game -- as many good points as bad.
Aside from the obvious Grand Theft Auto comparisons, this game reminds me of a recent Activision game I played -- X-Men Legends.While their playability and quality are generally okay, both contain frustratingly crappy points that seriously chip into your enjoyment.

True Crime is so much a Grand Theft Auto clone that accusations of imitation are futile -- if that is a problem for you, you shouldn't be considering this game in the first place.

The pros:

- good audio and visual detailing.Pedestrians talk in a variety of characterizations, and their responses to your actions are pleasingly diverse.
- Angelenos take note:The geographical details of Los Angeles are very impressive.They obviously used a real L.A. map down to street names.In the game, I drove through two areas of L.A. I've lived in, and they nailed every single major street name (with the requisite modifications, "Street" for "Avenue", etc.).While non-L.A. denizens won't appreciate this point as much, Angelenos will get a massive extra kick out of this -- they'll be able to get around town without using a map.
- Michelle Rodriguez provides voice work.Enough said.
- I tend not to like driving games, but the driving engine in this game is simpler and a little easier to grasp.And I think it was wise that the designers chose to forego many of the narrow side streets, widening them to accommodate game mechanics.Too many narrow streets was one thing I didn't like about Grand Theft Auto III, and True Crime's street design makes getting around less of a pain, thus inviting you to more readily explore the city design.
- The radar is a lot less confusing than GTA III's, so it's easier not to be confused while driving.
- Good array of weapons.
- The game keeps you in the know about how many story branches you've missed or acquired, and permits you to replay missions any time you please.Also, you're given the choice to skip many missions and continue the story.That's heavenly -- it means if you're not good at certain types of missions, you still have a game to play.

Now the cons:

- As in X-Men Legends, the camera is abysmal.Activision somehow feels the need to make the camera a physical entity, and oftimes it will spin to behind a wall and refuse to move. I don't know why Activision always lets the game override your camera control (right analog stick), as in X-Men Legends, but this makes for some incredibly frustrating situations especially when you're fighting.No player likes getting shot to pieces just because the game camera feels like being stuck at an angle that prevents you from seeing your enemies.
- The auto-target is crap as well.Sometimes you'll get enemies coming after you, but for some inexplicable reason they and their cars will end up in between houses, blocked off by a fence or a short wall.And for some reason, you can't shoot through wire fences (?).However, since auto target can't be stopped, if you have an enemy trying to shoot you from behind a fence, you'll be stuck aiming at him whether you like to or not, and unless there's another target to switch to, you'll forever be doing circles around an unkillable enemy.Beggars the old question:Did they actually bother to test this?
- The hand-to-hand fighting system is boring and will give you Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.Why?Enemies are blocking 95 per cent of the time, and breaking their "blocking stance" is a matter of luck, not skill.You basically hit the buttons as fast as you can and hope they unblock in time for you to connect.
- The stealth missions are unengaging, and the controls seems to gel up during these missions.You can hit the "stun attack" button and somehow not connect with an enemy one step away from you.And the "tailing" missions, where you have to follow enemy cars not too close but not too far either, are overlong, forcing you to whirl round and round to follow an enemy car that does ferris wheels all over town.
- Highways have good, realistic access ramps, but not enough exits.I checked against the highways I knew in real life -- they got the entrances right but not the exits.Why?
- This...is...one...buggy...game.I've owned it for a week and only played it for about three days, but it's frozen at least a dozen times by now.And as one internet user complained, the "manual target" function often fails to respond, which makes certain missions (eg. the "sniper" finales) unplayable.
- The manual target doesn't work well even when it's available to you.When driving and shooting at the same time, you're required to co-ordinate about five buttons at the same time to shoot at enemy tires and gas tanks.Feels like you need octopus limbs to pull off.And having to hold down fire for manual target to kick in is a drag.Grand Theft Auto III, Syphon Filter and even Thirteen had better manual-target controls.
- Horrible, drawn-out, amateurish voice acting from Christopher Walken.Just shut up already!

As with X-Men Legends, there's enough fun to be had here to warrant three stars.But I can't help thinking that many of the above issues are easily fixable.I just hope that the strengths prevail and the problems alleviate come time for True Crime 2. ... Read more

Asin: B00008DHNL
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Action    6. Adventure    7. Fighting   

Tekken Tag Tournament
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CD-ROM (29 October, 2000)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $17.99
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Reviews (187)

MASTER MAN
I THINK THAT THIS IS BETTER THEN TEKKEN 4 BECAUSE U CAN TAG PEOPLE AND THEN YOUR THEM

The Greatest Fighting Game on the PS2!
Have you always had that feeling, the feeling where you like 2 characters, but can only choose 1? The worst feeling in this universe? Well, Tekken Tag Tournament solves your problem. This is one of the greatest Tekken games to date (All of them are great). Thank you Namco, you have shown me the light. Your PS2 collection isn't complete without a Tekken game. If you have that feeling (the worst one in the universe) go out and buy Tekken Tag Tournament. I did, and I'm a brand new person now. No more of that worst feeling in the universe anymore! I've started over, Namco has created the best fighting games ever, this one isn't an exception. Thank you Namco!

New meets old
First of all, I think that I'm the biggest Tekken fan on the face of the Earth. Now that that's out of the way Lets get down to buisness... This game was destined to have instant success. First of all, these are easily some of the best graphics on the PS2. The character models are very lifelike and the backgrounds look great. Secondly, this game features EVERY Tekken fighter ever to grace the Namco stage. (And now they have their own personality) But certainly the meat and potatoes of this game is in the fighting. Each character's move set has been greatly enhanced... even the tekken 1 and 2 fighters. So even the one-on-one battles are stunning. But throw in a team member and a lot of snazzy tag-team moves and it makes for a very deep and involved fighting system. This is a great game for any fighting fan. ... Read more

Asin: B00004U5VF
Sales Rank: 2930
Subjects:  1. Fighting    2. Great Deals (Outlet store)    3. Video Games    4. PS2 (PSX2)    5. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    6. Playstation2 (Play station2)   

NCAA March Madness 2004
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CD-ROM (20 November, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.95
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Features

• Alter your shot in mid-air to avoid getting blocked
• 320 Division I schools, hundreds of crowd chants, fight songs, and mascots
• For 1 or more players
• College basketball game
• Bust out sweet crossovers, triple threats, post moves, and strip steals with EA SPORTS Freestyle Control

Reviews (41)

What is wrong with EA
THIS GAME SUCKS

Benetton Treviso PG jelani whitehorne
its hot.....
and i will get it
yeh

best basketball game ever
This game without a doubt is oneof the best basketball games I have ever played. Usually I don't like basketball but I tried the college one and it was the best basketball game around. The only thing frustrating about this game is that in the start of the game when you have to pick a team I tried to pick a high ranked school (Duke) and they sucked! But anyways I would really recomend that you buy this game, first rent it and see if you like it and then if you do then buy it! ... Read more

Asin: B00009WAVC
Sales Rank: 3675
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Sports    6. Outdoors   

PS2 Network Adapter
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CD-ROM
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Editorial Review

The PS2 network adapter offers both dialup and broadband connectivity toplay PS2 games online. It includes a startup disc with playable demos ofFrequency and Madden NFL 2003, as well as video demos of ATVOffroad Fury 2, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4, and Tribes: AerialAssault.

To use the network adapter, you need a PlayStation2 game system, an 8 MB memorycard with at least 137 KB of space, and a dialup or broadband Internetconnection with an Internet service provider. The network adapter works withjust about any ISP service, including AOL, AT&T WorldNet, EarthLink,Prodigy/SBC, and Sympatico. Check with your ISP for details.

Connect the network adapter to the PlayStation2 system by lining up the unit'sconnectors to the expansion bay located in the rear of the PS2. Once yourhardware is set up, the user must insert the network adapter startup disc inorder to configure the ISP network data and connect to the Internet. Simply gothrough the ISP setup process located on the main menu of the startup disc. Yournetwork configuration data will be saved onto your memory card. The ISP networkconfiguration will work only on the specific PlayStation2 system you used forthe initial ISP setup. Network configuration data is not transferable fromsystem to system. ... Read more

Features

• Easy to use.
• Plug and play installation.
• Play online games with your friends.

Reviews (170)

not all it is cracked up to be
I bought this item thinking it would open up a "whole new world" of gameplay and breathe new life into some old games in my collection.

After having issues with the installation of this adapter to my desktop and PS2 with a router, I pitched the router to the side and went straight from modem to my PS2.Success.Well, sort of.Sure, it worked like it was supposed to, but I didn't really enjoy playing on-line too much.I tried out a couple Pro Skater games, but failed to really see any real difference in gameplay.Lots of games were full, and the ones that weren't, well, I didn't stick around too long.After maybe 30 or 40 minutes, I popped in Vice City and realized the adapter was a waste of time and money.

Problem Free Gaming (4.5 Stars)
I've owned the PS2 Network Adapter for almost 2 years and I can honestly say that I've NEVER had any major problems with it.Installation requires nothing more than a little common sense, but for those that lack it, there's an instruction disc that makes installation almost impossible for you to screw it up.Gameplay has been very smooth for me.Of course, you're going to have your occasional server issues and your typical freezing every now and then, but that's to be expected, no product is flawless.I have a broadband connection, so if I play against someone with a slower connection things can drag a little bit.But for the most part my gaming experience with the PS2 Network Adapter has been problem free.I'd reccomend it to anyone.

No tech support
The online adaptor works great with any online game that came out before 2004.DSL is not compatible with this adaptor on ALL games created after 2004.Do not fall for these other reviews.I have DSL and I was able to play Madden 2004 online, but Madden 2005 IS NOT COMPATIBLE, I called EA Sports and a recording tells you DSL is not compatible with ANY EA games sold after 2004.I tried calling my ISP as well as Sony but found absolutely no tech support on this subject.How can you have 10 million users who have DSL and possibly make games that are not compatible with DSL I ask you?Sony found a way.Oh and don't think you'll be able to play SOCOM II online with DSL either, I repeat all newer gameswill not work with DSL.Don't get me wrong, I love the PS2, but man did they drop the ball with the online adaptor!!! ... Read more

Asin: B000051QDD
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Racing Wheel
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Video Game
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Features

• Analog pedals for realistic acceleration and braking
• Racing wheel for GameCube, PS One, PlayStation2, and Xbox
• Digital, analog, and steering wheel modes
• Rubberized grip wheel for maximum control
• Auto centering for improved handling on curves

Reviews (30)

Junk
I got one of these for my birthday and when I opened it and hooked it up, it would only respond to right hand turns.The guy at Intec said it was a "common" problem and to just exchange it.So I did, and when I got the new one home I didn't even get one race.I turned the wheel slightly to the left, heard a loud click and it was stuck in that position.
this is the cheapest most poorly made product I have ever had, and I will never get another product from Intec.Toys r Us should quit carrying them.

Absolutey positively garbage
These wheels are terrible!Got one and was DOA.Exchanged it for another and got one day out of it until the gas pedal failed to work. Intec should be ashamed of themselves for making such crappy products.How do the members Intec sleep at night!!! Steer clear (no pun intended) of this product! Remember I warned you...

Worst Product EVER
DO NOT waste your money or bull crap like this.
I have to say one thing, and one thing only:
Logitec is the best and will remain the best company to make stering wheels. If you don't believe me than (...) ya'll. ... Read more

Asin: B00006DY1B
Sales Rank: 2121
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Controller    6. Nintendo Gamecube (Game Cube)    7. Controllers    8. Accessories (Accessory)    9. Xbox (x box)    10. Microsoft   

NBA Live 2004
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (17 October, 2003)
list price: $49.99 -- our price: $19.95
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Features

• Run team-specific offensive and defensive sets for every NBA team
• Be the point guard on the floor and own the flow of the game
• Online options: go head-to-head against the best ballers in the country
• 10-Man Freestyle includes new animation, logic, and enhanced focus on rebounding
• Completely revamped player models and details

Reviews (110)

Didn't like it at first
I actually hated this game when I first bought it due to the revised game play. I absolutely HATED...I repeat HATED the hop step, and having a seperate shot and dunk/layup button. Months later near the release of Live 05, I started playing Live 04 and became accustomed to the style of play. Now I couldn't imagine it any other way. The game is dope, and the audio appeal aint bad either. Really looking forward to playing Live 05 and mastering it. I run through cats in this game yo. Hope this was helpful...peace

If games were given MVPs, this game would get it!:)
No rule about it. This game is fantastic. Now with the pro-hop button, driving to the hoop is simple. and the blocks are superb. The new and imroved dynasty mode is awesome. Even though the players dont look so realistic, it still deserves a 5-star. I hope Nba Live 2005 is just as good. I can't wait to find out.

I didn't get it yet
Yo homegurlz and homeboiz out there I be MaRiO A.k.A 99 cent! I didn't by the game yet but i will (i'm saving up) I already got SIX dollars!!!!!!!! This game looks H-O-T HOT!!!!!I don't now who to start a season with but i think maybe blazers, knicks, cavilairs (with LeBron James and all:) or maybe relive the excitement of the NBA Finals 2004 and start of with the Pistons!But in till I get enuff bling-bling I'll let you no how i think of it :) Peace homieZ and nice knowing ya! And ALL WAYS have a ball :)! ... Read more

Asin: B00009WAVE
Sales Rank: 775
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Sports    6. Outdoors   

PS2 Lazer Wireless Controller- Black
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CD-ROM

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Features

• Uses 2.4GHz frequency for wireless gaming
• Works up to 30' from console
• Vibration function
• Rubberized grips
• Uses 2 AAA batteries

Reviews (10)

Intec notLogitech
Jason JMarandasabove,statedthatthisdefective productwasfromLogitech ,butthatwasamistakethisproductisbyIntec a3rdpartymakeroflowqualityperipherals forthebig3game machines.LogitecisSignedtobeatcorrectspecsbythegamecompaniesandistheonlycompany tocarrythesealofapprovalfromthesecompanies.

Worst Controller Ever
Like everyone else....I just wanted to not have my dogs trip on my PS2 cords, so I thought I would give this Logitech Controller a try.Absolute garbage.It seemed cool at first, but after maybe 200 Hours of play, the left joystick went loose and broke.Not to mention that half the time it didn't read my directional controls properly.Do not buy this -- spend it on something else!

THE BEST!
Where the cord go i dont no but this thang helped me not get any tangles.i love that thang and its torbo button.Oh and not having to change the battery.just recharge it.if you want to keep your battery life longer then turn of the rummble and get a little bit closer to your PS2.I hope that helped.5 stars!
(...) says peace out! ... Read more

Asin: B00009KEIE
Sales Rank: 2913
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Sony Playstation (Play station)    3. PSX (PS1 PSOne PS (1 one I)    4. Controller    5. Rumble Packs (Paks)    6. Cables (Cable)    7. Adapters (Adapter)    8. PS2 (PSX2)    9. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    10. Playstation2 (Play station2)    11. Action    12. Adventure    13. Great Deals (Outlet store)    14. Cases    15. Storage    16. Xbox (x box)    17. Microsoft    18. Controllers   

Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM (15 March, 2002)
list price: $49.99
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Editorial Review

In this game, Kelly Slater leads a team of pro surfers that includes Lisa Andersen, Tom Carroll, Tom Curren, Nathan Fletcher, Bruce Irons, Rob Machado, and Kalani Robb. The surfers are represented by realistic, high-resolution 3-D models and animations reflecting their personal styles. A proprietary wave engine powers state-of-the-art graphics, physics, and motion, allowing Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer to capture the essence of surfing and its culture.

The exotic real-world beaches of South Africa, Hawaii, Australia, Tahiti, Spain, and North America will immerse players in the virtual surf world. An intuitive control system allows players to execute the most technical pro maneuvers and experience ever-changing wave conditions. The game offers multiple play modes, including career mode, special events, and surf trip. Additionally, a large variety of real surf tricks and events, licensed boards, wetsuits, and clothing lend the game authenticity. ... Read more

Reviews (25)

Cool game but lacks details....
Cool game, but I lost interest quickly as
there is no season tour so you dont have anywhere
to go after achieving all of the goals - - If this
had a full world tour it would be great - - but
the noly competition with others is a few heats
and that is it...

Good even for people who dont surf too
Ok, I myself dont like surfing.This game is great fof everyone though.I dont have the game,but I played it at my friends house for hours,and i must say if you dont surf, you will still have maximum fun on it.With great graphics, good gameplay,and awsome surf spots.PS: yhis game has many of the same of the tony hawk series.Buy this and have fun.

Great Surf Game
This game was great.Full of location and video surfers.I would have to say that the only thing that bugs me is the fact that the waves never end.Just play Transworld Surf and you will see how a surfing game should do waves.Overall, Kelly Slater is the better game of the two.The objectives are easier to accomplish.A great game to overcome your stress on those flat days. ... Read more

Asin: B00005NOFU
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Sports    6. Outdoors   

Logitech Cordless Controller for PlayStation 1 & 2
Average Customer Review:
CD-ROM
-- our price: $39.99
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Features

• Complete freedom of movement with cordless technology
• Top gaming performance plus a 20-foot range and no lag
• Wring all the excitement out of your games with two independent vibration feedback motors
• Get all the control you need with dual analog mini-sticks, pressure-sensitive D-pad, and eight buttons
• Play in the same room with up to seven friends with no radio interference

Reviews (25)

Works Perfectly
After trying two different brands of PS2 wireless controllers that DIDN'T work, we bought a Logitech for $10 more.It works perfectly, fits well in the hand and gets the job done.Life is too short to spend your time returning defective junk to the game store.Fork over the additional 10 bucks and get quality gear!

Buyer Beware!
I've always seen Logitech as a very good company that makes high quality products, until the cordless PS2 controller came along.Besides the fact the controller is VERY heavy, the left analog stick hangs, and I have gotten minimal play with it.Why?Because it also has a terrible "sleep mode" (AKA: there's no way to turn the thing off and save battery life).With no vibration on, I would say I may have gotten 25 hours of game play with new batteries (and that is rounding up).I called tech support, and they are no help.(I didn't really expect a lot since they can't make a defective product work.)Logitech should refund everyone who bought this controller.Perhaps this will help someone out there who thinks Logitech's game console products are as good as their computer products.I would not recommend this product.Buyer Beware!

Also beware that Logitech makes a wireless controller for the XBOX as well.After the horrible experience with this PS2 controller, I bought the Intec XBOX Pro Mini 2 Wireless Controller.It is excellent.Intec also supplies a controller for PS2.I have not tried it, but if I buy another wireless controller for the PS2, I'm going to Intec.

The BEST Ps2 controller period.
I always liked the quality of Logitechs products and wanted the convenience of a wireless when playing my games in bed so I didn't hesitate to purchase this.Very good quality, feels good in the hands with just the right amount of weight to it. Sturdy and well made.some guys here complained about broken analog sticks but I think the problems were due to them just being a bit abusive with their stuff. These are very well made.I have an updated model slightly different from the picture.Logitech must have responded to the complaints of hands slipping off the analog sticks.The new controller has black rubberized sticks that are not concave.The only complaint I have is the placing of the select and start button so close to the analog sticks.Requires a little bit of dexterity in the fingers!Other than that this is a superb wireless.A ... Read more

Asin: B00006B9CK
Sales Rank: 810
Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Sony Playstation (Play station)    3. PSX (PS1 PSOne PS (1 one I)    4. Controller    5. PS2 (PSX2)    6. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    7. Playstation2 (Play station2)    8. Xbox (x box)    9. Microsoft    10. Controllers