Editorial Review

That cute little squishy guy is back in all his pastel glory tosweeten up 2-D life on the Nintendo 64. With 3-D games such asPerfect Dark and Donkey Kong 64 getting the bulk ofattention among consumers, Kirby 64 provides a fun change of pace for bothyoung and experienced gamers who don't necessarily need all threedimensions to have fun.

Young gamers will love the bright, colorful graphics in this game,which is 2-D with some 3-D foreground and background elements. Kirby isjoined by plenty of friends who will aid in his quest to recover thepieces of an important shattered crystal.

While the levels are a bit too easy for older gamers, the gameplay inKirby 64 is original enough to entertain all ages. Kirbystill has an appetite for enemies, sucking them up and spitting themout, but he can also swallow them, inheriting abilities such as fireand cutter. Also, Kirby can now combine enemy powers, often withhilarious results. For instance, electricity plus stone turns Kirbyinto an electrifying little light bulb. Sure, you don't need to use allthese powers, but they're still fun to play with. --Robb Guido

Pros:

• Whimsical 2-D graphics
• Kirby 64's copy and combine abilities result in some unique and variedgameplay

• May be too easy and too cute for older players

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Action    5. Adventure    6. Classics (Classic)    7. Retro   

Editorial Review

Banjo-Kazooie mimics the look and feel of Mario 64, a truly innovative and visually stunning game that belongs in any Nintendo 64 collection. But don't brush off this 3-Daction-adventure as an uninspired clone. On the contrary, Banjo-Kazooie introduces more than enough originality to warrant a spot next to its famous mentor.

The game introduces two of the most charming virtual heroes in recent years--the goofy, floppy honey bear, Banjo, and his faithful, feathered sidekick Kazooie. In the game's introduction, we discover that the sinister witch Gruntilda not only nabbed Banjo's sister Tooty, but stole her beauty as well. Naturally, it's up to the bear-bird team to retrieve Tooty and rid the world of one darned inconsiderate witch.

In this beautifully-rendered and massive game world, players run, jump, swim, climb, and flip over obstacles, defeat all sorts of "baddies," and find and collect numerous items and clues that help the quest to progress. Playing as both Banjo and Kazooie, players hone their characters' actions, learning nearly two dozen special moves that help players expertly defeat foes and successfully tread through the nine worlds.

Banjo-Kazooie is one of those games that can demand hours upon hours of perseverance, patience, and learning of skills to complete. But don't let that discourage you. This epic game is so much fun that reaching the end will be an afterthought. --Eric Twelker

Pros:

• Nicely-paced game world filled with well-designed challenges
• Excellent character control with numerous special moves
• Gorgeous graphics

• Numerous--often complex--special moves may discourage some casual gamers

Reviews (105)

Nothing like it! Winter of 98 with my gal. Donkey Kong!
I have never played anything like this since. Everything from SlyRacoon, to Ratchet and Clank, owe it to this.

Wicked witch Gruntilda takes Banjo's sister to hey layer, miles away in a realistic 3D cartoon world.

Banjo is a bear with Kazooie a bird in his backpack that can help him jump and fly and basically you learn to do lots of things with it. You solve puzzles via action and collect tolkens across lovely maps. Mumbo Jumbo transforms Banjo into some other creatures along the way. You can fly. It was amazing. A full adventure all the way to end. We played it for months and I have NEVER played anything like it again. The makers of Donkey Kong released it at the best time. It is now up to the future generations to make adventure concepts better than this one. This is one of the best N64 games ever.

Tight controls, but suffers from a severe case of vapid cute
I strongly disliked this game at first.The cutesy characters, mind-numbing storyline, and abundance of throwaway dialogue was a little too much, and it otherwise seemed to be an awkward Mario 64 clone.

Well, time has passed and I've given it another shot; played it more than halfway through, actually.I've changed my mind...initially, it's appeal was completely elusive.I get it now.The play mechanics are incredibly solid, Banjo is a joy to control, and some of the challenges are quite satisfying to complete.

It's got a lot going for it, so it's a shame that the positive elements are trapped in such a...I've got to say it...stupid game.

Harsh, I know, but really - the characters, worlds, dialogue and "plot" are dreadfully thin.I know, a platform game is about jumping, running, and figuring out little puzzles, but aesthetics count for something too.It's got to be wrapped up in an interesting package, and if you're over the age of 8, Banjo simply isn't.A rhyming witch?A bird that constantly tosses out insults like "crustacean butt"?There is absolutely no creativity outside of the programming - design and storyline seems very rushed, as well as stolen from a mish-mash of Disney movies.

So while there are satisfying elements to it, Banjo-Kazooie can feel severely empty for anybody but the very young.A shame, because it's not impossible to make a simple platformer that everybody can wholly enjoy.

My favorite game of all time.
Just buy this to say you own it. It may be a Mario rip-off, but it seems to excel past Mario. Yes it is hard enough for old gamers and nice enough for young gamers. The music is happy and bouncy. In a nice way for anyone.
The past is that your sister is kidnapped by a witch who plans on stealing her beauty. You are to team up with a bird and perform many combos to survive.
You must collect puzzle pieces and musical notes to progress in the game. This game is harder than anything. Which will have your kid brother giving you the controller and you an excuse to play.
Control is ok. But I will have to overlook it concerning how systems were back then. Special moves are quite worth the wait in the game and you wonder what is going to happen next.
The ONLY problem is that Banjo seems to be there just for looks. You will use Kazooie everywhere. To swim faster, walk faster, attack, EVERYTHING!
This game is by far the best I've played and wish they will release a new one again (Other than the sequel I've played and own.). Hell, they can release the same two games again for other platforms! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Action and Adventure    3. Exploration    4. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    5. N64    6. Action    7. Adventure   

Editorial Review

Every good game deserves a sequel, and the addictive, quirky Mario Party 2 certainlyfills the bill. This multiplayer party title combines the gameplay of a traditional dice-based board game withseveral brief action-game segments, including updated versions of 20 of the best offerings from the originalMario Party. There are also 44 entirely new mini-game challenges that pit players against eachother as they compete to collect the most stars.

Owners of the original Mario Party will be comfortable with this game from the get-go. Eachplayer rolls a virtual die to advance through various board games, including pirate land, western land, spaceland, mystery land, and horror land. Several hidden adventure boards can be unlocked as players advancethrough the game. Each player aims to gain the most stars and become a superstar at the end of the game.Various mini-game challenges and booby traps await gamers as they land on some strategically placedspaces on the board.

While Mario Party 2 can be played as a single-player game (against three computer opponents), thistitle really shines in social situations. This is the perfect game to pull out at parties--assuming you have afew extra controllers in the house. --Brett Atwood

Pros:

• Perfect party game (up to 4 players can play simultaneously)
• High replay value

• Solo play suffers
• Multiplayer games can take a long time to complete

Features

• Six all-new multiplayer Adventure Boards
• Special Quest Mode for players who prefer to party alone
• For up to four players
• The party continues with Mario Party 2
• 64 action-packed mini-games

Reviews (73)

My Party needs are fulfilled
After playing and completing Mario Party I needed another game to fulfil my party needs. And this was probally the best thing that I've needed ever since food. Mario Party 2 is just like the first one but with new boards, new mini-games and now there are item shops! The boards are fantastic and are very detailed, so here are the new boards to give you an idea:
Pirate Land: set on 3 islands (always fun)
Western Land: the train is for transportation (great in multiplayer)
Space Land: trigger happy Bowser (big)
Mystery Land: hard to get around (it's fun to curse your enemies)
Horror Land: day and night cycle (my personal favorite)
And there is one more secret board! But I'm not telling what it is! So if youve played the first party then this is your next step and if you haven't played the first one...well it isn't to late to start to play the series.

Another great party!
Mario Party 2 is even better than the first. Like the first, you pick a character (no new ones...) and move along the boards collecting stars. At the end of each turn, you play a minigame. There are 4 Player Minigames, 2 vs. 2 Minigames, and 1 vs. 3 Minigames. This time, there are no control stick twisting games (thank goodness!). Now you can buy items as you pass by the item shop on the board. There are a bunch of new mini-games, but some old ones. The story is that Mario and his friends are making a theme park, but they are arguing about who to name it after. So Toad suggests to play Mario Party to see who is the Superstar. Overall- a great game. I recommend it!

PAAARRRRTTTAAAYYY!!!!!!!!!!!
This game is awesome!With some minigames its a pick-up-and-play deal, and with other minigames it takes some time to master.The game boards are very interactive.There isn't much to say about this game, it just naturally rocks. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Board Games    3. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    4. N64    5. Classics (Classic)    6. Retro   

Editorial Review

Nintendo 64 owners have been patiently waiting for a decentrole-playinggame, and, at long last, one has arrived in the form of the perplexingPaperMario. World-famous video game icon Mario stars in this unconventionalRPG,which was originally announced as Super Mario RPG 2. Don't be fooled by the cutesy visual exterior of this game, which borrowsheavily from the well-established Mario universe. Yep... it's the same lovableMario who dons his familiar red overalls and unkempt moustache. However, thecatch is that Mario now stubbornly appears as a two-dimensionalcharacter--despite the largely 3-D exterior gaming environments that surroundhim. When ourflat-headed friend turns around, his paper-thin presence becomes immediatelyapparent. It's a cool gimmick, but fortunately Paper Mario is far fromacut-and-paste cartoon caper.

As with most RPG titles, players must battle with several menacing enemies asthey travel from place to place on their quest. Each encounter requires gamersto strategically choose between various modes of attack. For example, Mario isparticularly handy with the hammer--thus you might opt to select hishangover-inducing hammer attack. As the adventure progresses, additionalcharacters willjoin your quest. Your ever-growing posse gives you more fighting power, aseachteam member brings new attack moves and powers worth mastering. To advancewithin the game, you'll need to pay close attention to your health meter,enemyhit points, and your ever-expanding attack options. The game starts withenemiesthat are easy to defeat, but it quickly becomes quite difficult to survivesubsequent attacks without careful planning.

Unlike most RPG games, each attack sequence is enhanced by a special actionfunction. Instead of passively sitting back and watching each attack moveoccur,the player can enhance your attack by pressing a button or moving thedirectional controller at precisely the right time. As someone who has rackedupseveral hours (and more than a few snoozes) during repetitious RPG attacksequences, the action feature is a welcome addition to break up the monotonyofmultiple attacks.

Fans of the traditional Mario games will appreciate the return of familiarcharacters, such as Princess Peach and Luigi. Perpetual baddie Bowser evenplaysa key role in this addictive adventure. Best of all, there are plenty ofhiddenareas and extras to uncover. Paper Mario may boast elements of theclassic platform gaming genre, as well as the traditional RPG--but itultimatelycuts through all expectations to deliver an experience that appeals to bothcasual and hard-core gamers. --Brett Atwood

Pros:

• Weeks of gaming due to expansive environments
• Hidden goodies to uncover
• Classic Mario gameplay mixed with traditional RPG action

• Highly addictive (prepare to lose some sleep)
• Cartoon exterior may not appeal to some hard-core gamers

Reviews (237)

Excellent
Well, I won a free game rental at Video Plus, so I chose this game. Let me tell you, I was happy with my choice. I loved everything about it. I played for about 10 hours every day (I'm not kidding about that), and finished it before my rental period was over. I'm glad I managed that feat, because otherwise I would have wept when it was time to return it.

The worlds you'll travel to are so cool. I found myself exploring a giant toybox, a colorful garden, and a gorgeous desert palace, among many other environments. Since I didn't use a strategy guide, I was constantly wondering what would come next.

As I travelled the extensive world, I met many party members who would help me out, both in battle and in puzzles and exploration. Each partner has their own distinctive combat abilities, puzzle solving skill, and personality. For example, Watt, a sweet, good-natured sun ball that joins you in the Shy Guy Toy Box, can use electric shocks to attack in battle, and you can also use her to light up dark rooms. Parakarry, a distracted mail deliveryman, used dive-bomb attacks and could fly me across short gaps. The list goes on and on.

The combat system is a mix of action and RPG elements. You select commands from a menu to attack, but if you time your button presses carefully, you can do a lot of extra damage. Press A just as you rebound from your jump to do a double-jump; Rapidly flick the control stick to build power for a dive bomb; each attack has its own button combination, so you won't get bored.

Outside of combat, you can level up your HP and FP (FP are like MP), collect badges that make you more powerful, find Super Blocks to grant your partners new moves, and, most importantly, solve the perfectly-done puzzles. Each puzzle makes perfect sense; if you look carefully, you'll always find a way to solve it with a combination of you and your partners' abilities.

Finally, there are some little extras that can really make a difference. The graphics are bright and colorful, and look great even today; they make even minor characters memorable. There are a few sidequests, such as delivering letters and collecting Star Fragments to earn new badges. And after every world you complete, you'll get to play a short interlude where you control Princess Peach. It's these bells and whistles that really make the game unique and fun.

Buy this game immediately. It may be on a last-gen system, but the masterful gameplay and pure fun are timeless.

its good!
I like this game. Its fun some times it gets a littel borring but i reccomond it. The bake rounds are lovely and pretty and some times you get to be princess peach!

Got Cheats and Hints Here
Ok, now seriously this game is da bomb. The enviroment is great. The Mario line just keeps getting better. The game is very challenging for first timers. However, once you beat it you can beat the game in half a day.
Here are some cheats for the game:
iN tOAD tOWN AFTER YOU get the super boots in boo's mansion, go to Merlon's house and spin jump in his house 3 times. The quick change badge will fall fro the ceiling. It allows you to change party members without taking up a turn.
On Huff'N'Puff, use Bow on ultra rank and her fan smack to do ten damage. Then switch back to mario and use Star Storm from Skolar. You'll kill him in about 4-5 turns.
Do not use Chet Rippo ( the big blue dude standing next to the other Item shop. He ups one stat but lowers the other 2.
On any boss or hard to beat person, use Watt she does 5 damage for 0 FP. She breaks the defense rule.
When you have to pick what Mario hates after chapter 3 in Bowser's castle, pick Magikoopa, Koopatrol, and Hammer Bros. They give you 5-8 star points apiece.
If you need help on dry Dry Desert, go to Ign.com and type in Paper Mario. It gives you a map and tons of hints. Also it has walkthroughs and more cheats.
Theanks for reading!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Role Playing Games (Game, rpg, rpgs)   

Reviews (103)

Enjoyable
I got this game two weeks after it came out. At first i was nostalgiac of the first game, i liked the first game more. But after I got over that, i noticed how fun this game was compared to the first game. Each level was harder and more complex than the first. And even though there are only 8 levels, compared to the 10 in the first, it took me longer to beat this one. The graphics, i have to admit, were very impressive for a sixty-four bit console. The game itself was very hard and challenging, but in a good way. This was the right way to make a sequal.

Feels different from Banjo-Kazooie
Even though this is the direct sequel to the Rare 1998 classic Banjo-Kazooie, and features much of the same gameplay and similar characters, I think that it just feels like a different game. It seems almost as different from Banjo-Kazooie as Donkey Kong 64 or Conker's Bad Fur Day does. The game just emanates a completely different atmosphere. I guess it's a combination of very different music, different moves, and new characters. Kudos to Rareware on that. People usually like a game that play the same as another game but feels different. I mean, it's a different game, isn't it? Who likes a game that plays AND feels the same?

Ah well. Banjo and Kazooie's final N64 adventure takes them to the world beyond the valley in which they live in. It's a large world, larger than the cavern that Gruntilda calls her lair. The levels really aren't that much larger than the mammoth world featured in Banjo-Kazooie or even Donkey Kong 64, but it's amazing how Rare has fresh ideas even after creating over a dozen massive levels for the two aforementioned games. Ah well. The difficulty level of Banjo-Tooie seems to be tougher. It's sometimes harder to figure out what the heck to do for certain Jiggies, and there are so much more stuff to find this time around. Not only are there jiggies, but there are also: Jinjos, Cheato pages, honeycombs, and everybody's favorite notes! The massive amount of extra moves can also get overwhelming. Boss fights, which were MIA in Banjo-Kazooie are now here, and in every stage. The extra modes of play are a nice change to the typical Banjo-Kazooie formula. I haven't had a chance to play as Kazooie without Banjo, but I did get to control Mumbo. It wasn't really as I had expected, but fun nonetheless. The 1st-person shooter mode was obviously a chance to cash in on the successes of GoldenEye and Perfect Dark, but they were actually well done. The 1st-person shooter level in Mayahem Temple freaked me out, but hey. It's all about atmosphere.

Rare has always been good at having distinct "tastes" to their games. I suppose what helps them are their awesome musical staff. Although the music in Blast Corps got on the nerves of some people, it definitely added to the feel for it. The somewhat-like-variations of the Bond theme in GoldenEye gave that game a unique feel. So on and so forth. Banjo-Tooie had good music that adds to its different mood, but it just didn't feel as excellent as Rare's fantastic score for Banjo-Kazooie. Maybe that's a good thing. Having the Gobi's Desert tune stuck in your head for hours is not exactly a pleasant experience. As far as sound effects go, Banjo's deep utterance for every jump is JUST NOT RIGHT! Argh! I can't stand it. Oh well. It's a good game nonetheless.

Banjo-Tooie: Best+Most Fun Game Ever!!
They started out in Banjo-Kazooie as "not well-known and REALLY strange main charaters", but in Banjo-Tooie, that bear and bird duo really caught on as enjoyable and fun guys to have in a video-game.
Banjo, the "slightly out of it" honey bear and Kazooie, the cheeky breegull started out in their previous game having Grunty, the evil witch, as their enemy because she wants to steal Tooty, Banjo's sister, in order to get her beauty. But in Banjo-Tooie, she doesn't really want to steal anyone's beauty, she is MAD and WANTS revenge!!! Chasing through Grunty's lair learning "novice moves" from Bottles, the mole, was simply a "kindergarden" learning experience compared to the "high school" more "advanced moves" from Bottles' brother JamJars.
In Banjo-Kazooie, the good shaman Mumbo-Jumbo, assisted the bear and bird by turning them into an alligator, a pumpkin, etc., ect. But now, Humba-Wumba steps in to take his place. Mumbo still helps you in B.T., only this time, YOU control him! Navigate Mumbo around looking for things to do and your also able to almost "evaporate" enemys with your Mumbo-staff!
Earlier in this review I mentioned Bottles' brother JamJars. Drill-Sargent JamJars teaches the Banjo-Kazooie team different moves and abilities to help you defeat bosses, harmful lava, quick-sand, toxic waste, and anything else that might kill you. You also learn how to use special pads that let Banjo and Kazooie split up!
With it's great grafix, great charater cast, long game-play time and plot [it took me about two or three days worth of gameplay to win], improved plot worlds and sub-worlds, better theme music [not that B.K.'s music was bad], I rate it "THE BEST GAME EVER MADE FOR THE N64 AND BEST GAME OF ALL [the second best game is and was B.K.]." I give Banjo-Tooie 5 GOLD STARS!!! :D Great job, Rare* and Nintendo*

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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Action    5. Adventure   

Editorial Review

Mario's illustrious career has earned the fella the right to relax, so it's no surprise that virtual golfers can now join him on the links... Mario style, of course. In Mario Golf, players join the star and his usual posse--Luigi, Pyoshi, Wario, Princess Peach, and Baby Mario, among others--on six themed courses, each with unique obstacles and landmarks recognizable from Mario's previous ventures. Despite one's expectations of a cartoonish "golf light" experience, the gameplay is actually on par with many serious golf simulations and is undeniably the best golf game for the Nintendo 64.

The game is equally balanced for pros and amateurs alike. Seasoned virtual golfers and perfectionists can choose a club, adjust the golfer's stance, gauge the wind direction, and apply a variety of spins to the ball. Casual golfers can let the computer caddy pick the best club and line up the golfer, and then simply swing away.

A variety of 10 classic and cleverly original game modes are available. Among the more interesting challenges are ring shot, requiring players to land shots through floating rings, and mini golf, complete with banked walls and ramps. In addition to the traditional tournament, skins, and match modes, golfers can play speed golf, requiring players to finish a round of golf as quickly as possible. --Eric Twelker

Pros:

• Great variety of game modes
• High replay value
• Strong multiplayer mode for up to 4 players

• No hidden Mario Golf Kart mode (that we know of, at least)

Reviews (45)

Good
The Golfing Is Nice And Smooth In This Game And Also There Is Lots Of Playable Characters.The Golf Courses Look Very Good And Just About Everything In The Game Has Nice Things To Offer.Any N64 Owner Should Defintely Check This Game Out

Mariogolf 64 Review
This game is very entertaining for many golfers and children alike. It is a lot of fun although it is very far from reality, as in having piranha plants,chomps,etc.

Four!!!
Not that many golf games in the video game industry can actually sell very, very well. Most of them use a major player's name, and suppose to have their "skills" in the process. Not that many of them can have a strong sense of enjoyment in the golf world, where everyone wants a more serious side in the sports world with football, and basketball. However, Nintendo seemed to hit the nail on the head with their 2000 creation.

With Mario Golf, the game consists of the start of four golfers, including Baby Mario, Peach, and a couple of others. Throughout the game, you can access the Get Character mode, which can help you challenge other characters like Mario, Bowser, and Yoshi. Once you win the character, you also need them, the harder the challenger in the round. It is also important in the Tournament mode, where you can also earn enough points toward newer golf courses and challenging holes in the process. Each course reflecting on the cute, Mario Brothers themed style, which makes it appealing to all ages old and young, where the other games don't seem to have that sense of enjoyment.

Although Nintendo stopped making games for the Nintendo 64, Mario Golf is only one of the very few sports games I highly recommend for the system. Although many people might not see the review, because of the newer game system reviews and newer games of the Gamecube, Xbox, and Playstation 2. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

As with just about anything brandishing the Pokémon name,Pokémon Stadium is a must-have for any Pokémaniac. But thistitle is especially geared towards owners of Pokémon Red,Pokémon Blue, or Pokémon Yellow for the Game Boy.Using the same battle system as the Game Boy games--think highly advancedrock-paper-scissors--Pokémon Stadium allows players to entertheir Pokémon in a variety of tournaments and other battle modes, allfeaturing vibrant 3-D graphics and animation, as well as enhanced sounds andannouncer commentary. Using the included Transfer Pak, players can use their ownPokémon from Game Boy Game Paks, or they can choose from a pool ofrental Pokémon.

Pokémon Stadium isn't all battles, though. The Kids Club modefeatures nine cutesy minigames that make for great multiplayer fun for all ages.Gallery mode lets players take snapshots of Pokémon (similar toPokémon Snap), which can then be printed out as stickers at yourlocal Pokémon Snap station.

While Pokémon Stadium doesn't require that you already have anyGame Boy version of Pokémon, players won't be able to access twoof the best features of the game without one. Pokémon Lab allows playersto view, store, and better organize the data on their Game Paks, as well astrade Pokémon with another player (which requires an additional TransferPak, sold separately). GB Tower allows gamers to play their Game BoyPokémon cartridge on the Nintendo 64. --Joe Hon

Pros:

• Tried-and-true Pokémon battle system with enhanced graphics andsounds
• Allows you to play your Game Boy Pokémon game on the Nintendo64
• Ability to manipulate data on your Game Boy Pokémon game
• Minigames make for great multiplayer fun for all ages

Cons:

• Not likely to win over any Pokémon holdouts
• The Game Boy Pokémon games are a better starting point fornewbies to the genre

Features

• Enter your Pokemon in arena tournaments
• Includes GB Transfer Pak which allows you to transfer pokemons from your Game Boy
• Move ahead as you fight against 8 trainers per tournament
• Enhanced graphics and sounds
• For 1 or 2 player

Reviews (160)

MY FAVORITE POKEMON GAME FOR NINTENDO 64!
I love this game because it feels like I am in a real pokemon battle. I can pick all the cute pokemon out there inculding my favorite pokemon Pikachu! This game is fun and I recomend this game for any hard core pokemon fans like me!

A great game with strange coincidences...
Pokemon Stadium is a great game that allows trainers to battle with the pokemon that they spent sooo much time training on their GameBoy pokemon red,blue,& yellow games! Note:You cannot use pokemon from the gold,silver,crystal,ruby,and sappire games,not to mention FR/LG versions of the game. I used to love playing this game back in 1999,but during the time that I used to play this game,I started to realize strange coincidences that always seemed to work in the enemy's favor! For some strange reason,moves with low accuracy,such as FISSURE,that also terminates one pokemon in a single hit! Would strike my pokemon WAY to often! Just to clarify,this is how it works,FISSURE only has a 30% chance of hitting an opponent,yet it seemed to strike my pokemon every time without fail! I have been know to refer to these coincidences as "Cheat-detectors" Because they only seem to happen if you are literally dominating your opponent! FISSURE is only an example,these "Cheat-detectors" can pop up at any time and effect any attack,you may find your attacks continueously missing you opponents pokemon for no appearent reason!!! These Cheat-detectors also exist in PokeMon Stadium 2,but Iam not sure if they exist in Pokemon Colosseum for the GameCube,but I'll bet that they are! This is not so much of a set-back as it is an annoyance,Cheat-detectors dont make the game impossible to win,but they do get in the way of winning as well as annoy you to no end. Pokemon Stadium & Pokemon Stadium 2
are worth the money and are entertaining to play! I recommend buying them,but be ready for lots of strange coincidences that effect overall game play.written by,
(Shadowmage)the game maniac

educational
this game teaches you gameing skills in pokemon, this can sometimes help you in your life!

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Editorial Review

What can you expect from the sequel to one of the favorite Nintendo 64 games of 2000? A lot. Pokémon Stadium 2 comes with four new tournaments, 12 new minigames, and lots of fun extras, like special Pokéquizzes to test your level of mastery. And you're sure to find your favorite monsters, because--gulp!--249 Pokémon are present in the game. As in Pokémon Stadium, you can train and battle your monsters, as well as transfer them (via the separately sold Transfer Pak) from your favorite Game Boy titles--including the newer Gold and Silver editions of the game. ... Read more

Reviews (65)

awsome
Dear readers of this review,
I have played this game and I think you should let people age 4 and up play this game. The mini games on this game are the funest things to play, the best mini game is topsy turvy.



andrew t. massy

Better than the 1st one
I love Pokemon Stadium 2. It's a great game. My favorite feature is that you can play Pokemon Crystal in the GB tower, even though the box says it's only compatible with Red, Blue, Yellow, Gold and Silver.

Pokemon stadium 2 is an excellent game for kids!!!!
Readers, if your friends tell you that pokemon stadium 2 stinks don't listen to them. This game is an excellent game for kids. You should buy this game. This game is about pokemon battling other trainers at classes, gyms, parks, and yes, stadiums. It also have mini-games like EAGER EEVEE and EGG EMERGENCY, And also my other favorits I won't tell you, you have to find out your self if you do it you will have so much fun! ... Read more

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Reviews (73)

finally was able to rate my seller
the person that i bought my game from was very prompton my order;and even went the extra mile to try and help me rate him/her. I am very pleased with this person ,also if this person happens to read this letter, thank you again .

regular mario fans beware
i am a kid.i am small.i played this game.it was not so good.ive played better games of go fish.

Yoshi lover!
I am a big fan of Yoshi. I think he is cute(unlike most dinosaurs) and fun to play with. I really did like this game that I thought I didn't waste $20.00 on it. BUT this game could have been better.
The storyline is Baby Bowser has stolen a Super Happy Tree from the Yoshis. Now the Yoshis have to go through an adventure to rescue it. Basically you go through from pg.1-pg.6 (like a storybook) with 1 level each. Guess what, you play 6 levels to beat the game by eating 30 fruits in each level. Isn't that easy. But there are a total of ONLY 24 levels. You find other levels by getting the happy hearts you find in the level you are playing. There are only 5 bosses in the entire game who are kind of easy but baby Bowser can be hard. You can also find in the levels hidden black and white Yoshis that are better than the regular Yoshis. When you want to play a level again you go to the the Trial Mode. Throughout the game you have different items to help you. But Really, they should have put more into this game by adding a lot more levels, more goodies to earn, and maybe some minigames or multiplayer fun. The graphics in this game are not the best but hey its a storybook game so it really doesn't matter. This game is really for starters.
But overall I still had fun with this game. But hardcore gamers who are looking for a more challenging game shouldn't get this. Yoshi lovers may like this game but I don't know what your opinion of it is. Just rent it first! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Action    5. Adventure   

Reviews (23)

The best version of Tetris!
I love this game so much.It really added some new life into the world's favorite puzzler.I love that you can now swap a block you don't like.The graphics and sound to this day are still beautiful.I unlocked many of the backgrounds not all.I wish there was a cheat to see all the backgrounds, because some of us don't have the extra free time to get 500,000 line!

God, I love this game!
This is the main reaon I'm gonna buy a N64(and GoldenEye). Yes, I own a PS2 and a XBOX but this is one of my favorite games of all time. One downside though, it's extremely addictive. Like crack even. Well, maybe not crack but pretty addictive.

good tetris game for a console
I picked up "the new tetris" because it featured my favorate game variaton from the excellant Tetris Worlds for Game boy Advance, only this version doesn't cut off at level 15. You can play for as long as you can. The tetris game on this package is pretty much the same as the classic version, but you only get one point for each normal line cleared, but it is still a pretty good scoring system. another good thing this game features is that it tracks how long you managed to stretch a game. I've been able to stretch some games for over an hour. thats because there are a few frills added to this game that make it more interesting
one, you can take 4 identical or differant tetroids and weave them together to form a solid 4x4 square and get bonuses when you clear a line containg a portion of the square. 2, you can use the "T" shape peice to rotate into a tight place and cause all blocks to seperate and collapse. This gets you out of a tough situation, and the lines you clear during the collapse count towards your line total, however, it also cancles out any remaining bonus square sections. even after you've unlocked all the wonders, you can still get good entertainment from this game with the multiplayer. the only thing I have a problem with is the music. it's just mindless techno-music in the style of what ever world your playing in, and this game is LOUD. you always have to turn your television set down when you play this game. it would be nice if they could of put in a recording of "the dance of the suger plum fairy" (which, if you've read my review for Tetris worlds, you know is my favorite tetris song) on a celesta. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Classics (Classic)    5. Retro   

Editorial Review

That cute little squishy guy is back in all his pastel glory tosweeten up 2-D life on the Nintendo 64. With 3-D games such asPerfect Dark and Donkey Kong 64 getting the bulk ofattention among consumers, Kirby 64 provides a fun change of pace for bothyoung and experienced gamers who don't necessarily need all threedimensions to have fun.

Young gamers will love the bright, colorful graphics in this game,which is 2-D with some 3-D foreground and background elements. Kirby isjoined by plenty of friends who will aid in his quest to recover thepieces of an important shattered crystal.

While the levels are a bit too easy for older gamers, the gameplay inKirby 64 is original enough to entertain all ages. Kirbystill has an appetite for enemies, sucking them up and spitting themout, but he can also swallow them, inheriting abilities such as fireand cutter. Also, Kirby can now combine enemy powers, often withhilarious results. For instance, electricity plus stone turns Kirbyinto an electrifying little light bulb. Sure, you don't need to use allthese powers, but they're still fun to play with. --Robb Guido

Pros:

• Whimsical 2-D graphics
• Kirby 64's copy and combine abilities result in some unique and variedgameplay

• May be too easy and too cute for older players

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Action    5. Adventure    6. Classics (Classic)    7. Retro   

Editorial Review

Although it's geared more for younger players, PokémonSnap is good clean fun for Pokémon fans of any age. In thisPokémon battle-free adventure, players assist Professor Oak in completinghis Pokémon Report by photographing the cute little buggers in the wildon Pokémon Island. Players take a trolley-like ride through the island's3-D environments, filled with Pokémon that not only look just like theydo in the cartoons, but also have "cries" to match. While there's a limitedamount of film for each trip and no zoom lens, players enjoy great freedom ofdirectional movement from within the vehicle, thanks to solid controls.

Pokémon Snap isn't as easy as it looks, as not just any old picturewill satisfy Professor Oak; submissions for his Pokémon Report are judgedon size, pose, technique, and whether or not there's more than one of the samePokémon in the picture. As progress is made, new areas open up, andplayers are given items to aid them in their quest. Although there are onlyseven areas, they need to be revisited often, as hidden and otherwiseuncooperative Pokémon must be "coaxed" by using items that you previouslydidn't have before. Also, Pokémon will do some of the craziestthings--which make for great photographs--but only under certain conditions that requiremuch experimentation (or a strategy guide) to unearth. --Joe Hon

Pros:

• Good clean fun for Pokémon fans of any age
• Cute Pokémon 3-D graphics and "cries" faithful to the cartoon series
• Print out stickers of your photos at a Pokémon Snap Sticker Station

• An anti-Pokémaniac's worst nightmare
• Contains only 63 of the 151 Pokémon
• Game cartridge can hold only 1 player's save data

Reviews (116)

needs variety!
THis game was okay, but the whole concept was kinda boring. You just go thru the same worlds and the same exact thing happens, every time. its pretty boring after u play it 4 a while.

This game is completely addictive!
My boyfriend and I played this game and it was so much fun we were fighting over the controller.The premise seemed kind of dull but once you start snapping pictures you just can't stop.I highly recommend this game.

Very fun game
My bro and i have had this game for quite some time now. It is very fun. You get to take cool pics of all zee pokemon! Its real cool. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Action and Adventure    3. Exploration    4. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    5. N64    6. Action    7. Adventure    8. Pokemon (Pokeman)   

Editorial Review

Ms. Pac-Man Maze Madness takes the original formula and updates itfor the new millennium. The most striking change is the game's new 3-D orientation. Theplay is expanded, but it is largely based on the original. Maze Madness involves aweird story of gems being scattered throughout Pac-Land. A witch is after the gems, soyou must find them all before she does.

Maze Madness is a bit of a misleading title, because while the game does involvemazes, it's the puzzles that will stop your progress. Most of the puzzles aren't that hard,but a few will stump you for a bit. There are blocks to push, TNT to explode, andspringboards that propel you upward.

Players are awarded stars for completing different tasks, such as finding all the fruit in alevel, munching all the pellets in a level, or beating the level in time-trial mode. Initially,earning one star per level will get you to the next stage, but you must go back and earnmore stars to unlock later levels.

Maze Madness' graphics are smooth and crisp, but they aren't very detailed. Thegame has the look and feel of a cartoon's minimal lighting effects. Ms. Pac-Man herself isjust a round polygonal sphere with some textures, arms, and legs glued on.

Where this game excels is in the level design. A puzzle game like this is made or brokenon the ingenuity of the levels. Also, Maze Madness features some multiplayeroptions, which, combined with its simple, family-friendly gameplay, makes it anexcellent choice for a party game. --Todd Mowatt--This text refers to the Sega Dreamcast edition of thisgame ... Read more

Reviews (8)

Awesome game
Ms. Pacman and Pacman are a couple of my very few favorite video games. Every time I get the chance to play it I do, and if I see that they have it at the bowling alley or somewhere I will play it, but I rarely see it in places, even arcades. If you are reconsidering to not buy this game you're missing out on a great offer, because I highly doubt you'll ever find this in a store brand new, or even used for some game systems, especially N64. Plus, if you did find it in a store the prices would run from 40-60 dollars anyway. I hope you get the chance to enjoy this game just as thousands of other people did too.

great entertainment
I bought this game for my five year old and he loves it. I even played a couple of times with him and I enjoy it myself. It is a great game for the whole family. There are lots of different mazes and obsticles to go through. If you like the arcade version of ms. pac-man you will love this one as well.

This Game is sooo EXCITING!!
The game is pretty cool. It has cool graphics plus 3D mini games. You have to beat one master and it has 4 levels to defeat. It's extremely fun. The mini games are fast and wild! When I play this game, I beat all the levels and I also got up to the master...I beat all the mini games and I say "EVERYBODY GET THIS GAME!!" done. ... Read more

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Reviews (52)

Diddy Kong Rocks!
This game is lots of fun after you beat the entire game you get space boards. There are also some fun codes to have lots of fun on Multi player. If you want the code it's freeforall. This game really does stand the test of time. It is like a rookie form of Mariocart, but I think that it's a better game than Mariocart.

Diddy Kong Racing
Diddy Kong Racing is the other major kart racer for the Nintendo 64. When it came out, most people were accusing Rare of copying the Mario Kart 64 formula. That may be true, but at least they made modification. For example, there is a major decrease in emphasis on items in Diddy Kong Racing. In Mario Kart 64, you need a good hold on the items to win. In Diddy Kong Racing, items are merely an afterthought. What are really important are the boosters strewn all around the levels. This creates a different racing feel that some people may like more than others. I personally feel that the karts are not as agile as they are in Mario Kart 64, and that decreases my enjoyment of the game. Ah well. The inclusion of two extra vehicle types adds a different feel to the gameplay. I didn't really like the plane, but hovercrafts rule! In a racing game, level design is just as important as the controls. The courses are nice, but a bit lacking in variety. Oh well. It was obviously a way to fit in with the five different sections in the single player mode. Gawd...the single player mode...the Silver Coin Challenges are no fair, I tell you!

As the game is less focused on the items, the battle modes are a bit drawn-out and boring. However, Fire Mountain and Smokey Castle are brilliant. In Fire Mountain, your goal is to take eggs to your nest and make sure they hatch. The game becomes frantic with the addition of the ability to steal your opponents' eggs. In Smokey Castle, you must take 10 bananas (2 at a time) to your respectable treasure chest. It's not as awesome as Fire Mountain, but it's fun just the same. Graphics are actually decent for 1997. It may not be as visually stunning as what Rare would achieve in half a year with Banjo-Kazooie, but the game looks nice nonetheless. Most early Rare games have lousy backgrounds, but DKR's backgrounds are impressive. The music is terribly catchy, and the voice samples are cute. The Silver Coin Challenge is still unfair.

A even title that can hold it's own.
Diddy Kong has a better graphics system then Mario Kart and gameplay is faster and less sluggish.Alltogether a good game to own and worth the money if under fifteen bucks. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Racing (Race, Races)    5. Flying (Fly)   

Editorial Review

Video games don't get much cuter than Hey You, Pikachu!, a Pokémon title that allows players to talk to their favoriteelectric mouse--via the Voice Recognition Unit (VRU) that's included--and sharein its day-to-day adventures. While older Pokémon fans might findthe game too childish, the candy-coated goodness that's found here makes itperfect for the kiddies.

With the abstract goal of building a friendship with Pikachu, playerscommunicate with it by speaking certain keywords and phrases into the VRU'smicrophone. Although Pikachu's speech is limited to variations on its own name(e.g., "Pika! Pika!"), it expresses itself through thought bubbles and thegame's adorably animated 3-D graphics.

Mastering this interaction is key to solving Hey You, Pikachu!'s puzzleelements, which are encapsulated in various squeaky-clean activities in whichyou and Pikachu participate together. While the voice recognition here isn'tperfect by any means, there's plenty of on-screen help and guidance to keepplayers from getting too frustrated. --Joe Hon

Pros:

• Allows players to interact verbally with Pikachu
• Adorably animated 3-D graphics
• Plenty of onscreen help and guidance

• Voice recognition not perfect by any means
• Might be too childish for older Pokémon fans

Reviews (91)

mi kol revu
kool go fishing,have a picnic,and talk to pikachu!.get into the secret hive. go to a pokemon picnic 2 when you get there,look on to the hills next to you till ya see some brown dirt walk backwards and run right into it! you are inside a hive.there will be a magnet and a screw.put the in your box and leave or play.when you go home you get money to buu stuff you can go there again and the stuff will be there

Hey You, Pikachu:A skill builder
Picture this. You are in your room and your mom wakes you up saying, "Oak's test is today!" You are 10 and you get up and go out the door to see what the test is. You find Prof. Oak and say, "O. K. I'm here." He then tells you that your test requires friendship, not a pencil! He then tells you, "Your test is to make friends with Pikachu!" You are told to speak to it, so you press Z and talk into the microphone. SURPRISE! Hey You, Pikachu isn't a book. It's a GAME!
First of all, this game is okay. This game is okay because of the animation. It doesn't look REAL, but pretty close.
Second, this game is great. This game is great because you can ACTUALLY make a friend! Using a microphone, you can ask questions, help it's friends, and help it buy MERCHANDISE!
Third, this game is awesome. This game is awesome because you don't have to do much to gain points! Just press A to pick something up, press START, and press A again to store it for points at the end of the `day'.
Last of all, this game is excellent. This game is excellent because you can build social skills. What it lacks in animation, it makes up in building social skills.
I give this game, out of 1-10, a 9! I recommend this game to everyone. Its rated E for EVERYONE. It's only for Nintendo 64 systems. It's only at the price of $15.00, which is CHEAP for a game this unique.

this stinks
this game stinks after the first few days i bought it it stopped working now somebody has to hold the cord to the microphone. it might be ok to buy this. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Action    5. Adventure    6. Pokemon (Pokeman)   

Reviews (28)

soooo much fun
This game is so much fun.I love it.I like all the thngs you can
do on it like shoot lazer beams and spin around with your wings
out to blow up bad toys.I think this game is great for kids 6-9.
This game is really great.And Rex gives you hints where people
are.I think this is a really great game even though I only got
to level 5.as far as I'd say, this is a really great game.

fun game
Both me and my 5 year old think that it is a fun game.

Great game!
This is a great game--especially for families who want something everyone can play.It's fun without being violent and challenging if you want to be--or just run around and explore the neighborhoods.What could be more fun than a chance to explore the Toy Story universe? ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Action and Adventure    3. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    4. N64    5. Action    6. Adventure    7. Movies   

Editorial Review

Unlike his many 2-D platform-style shooting games of yore, Mega Man'sfirst N64 game looks similar to the 3-D style of the newer Zelda games.In fact, this basically is a port of Mega Man Legends for the PSX.

The arcade blasting has been sprinkled with a little RPG drama. Deep in thegame, there are huge areas to explore, items to discover, and people with whomto engage in somewhat childlike conversation. There's also a ton of handy-dandyweapons and moves to use against the game's bigger bosses.

Sadly, the graphics are way too PlayStation-like. The borderline-primitive leveland character designs are extremely bland, and display little attempt to makeuse of the N64's graphics power. Also, there's an occasional problem withoperating the camera to track enemies.

Mega Man 64's somewhat interesting, if goofy, story line mitigates thegame's lackluster look, but it won't satisfy gamers who are looking for deepplots or engaging characters. No, it's not the same Mega Man that many gamersknow and love; but, for video game newbies and casual game fans, that's not sucha bad thing. --Mark Brooks

Pros:

• Simple, mildly amusing gameplay
• RPG-action elements offer new spin on old character

• Substandard graphics
• Occasional camera-control issues can hamper battles
• Simple dialog seems written for 4-year-olds

Reviews (38)

Crappiest Game Ever
This game sucks. I really enjoyed the original Mega Man but this game has nothing incomin with the original. First of all the controls are terrible. U cant just turn u have to stop then turn. After awhile this gets very annoying. Second the graphics for this game are very poor. U would think that since Mega Man was gooing 3-D the graphics would be better, well your wrong. the graphics just plain suck. Last the game is really only a little fun for the first 5 minutes u play but after that its very boring. Overall this game is very bad and is not worth buying or even renting. TOTAL DISAPOINTMENT!!!!!!!!!

Be warned - this is NOT a Mega Man game
In recent years, Capcom attempted to bring their classic Mega Man franchise into the new millennium. They gave the series a complete makeover, in a number of ways, and thus, the Legends series was born. How does this, the first game in the Legends series, measure up? Read on and see.

PROS:
-IT'S A FULL 3D GAME. Many fans of the Mega Man series had long been awaiting such a game, and at long last they have one. Well, sort of.
-THERE ARE TONS OF WEAPONS AND ITEMS FOR YOU TO FIND AND USE. The island where the game takes place is filled with ruins which it will take a good deal of time to explore in their entirety.
-THE STORYLINE IS BETTER THAN SOME PEOPLE MAKE IT OUT TO BE. This is NOT really a Mega Man game, but the storyline the game has is an interesting one nonetheless.

CONS:
-THE BIGGEST CON IS THE MOST OBVIOUS ONE - IT ISN'T REALLY A MEGA MAN GAME! Capcom just used a Mega Man look for many of the characters so that they could sell more games. For shame, Capcom.
-THE GRAPHICS ARE HORRIBLE, EVEN FOR A FULL 3D GAME ORIGINALLY MADE FOR THE PLAYSTATION ONE. The characters look like they were made out of paper, and I don't mean that in a good way. The 2D Mega Man games on all other systems had graphics way better than these.
-THE CONTROLS SUCK. If you want to turn, you have to rotate the camera. This becomes extremely annoying in no time at all. There are also several other control faults.
-THE GAME LEAVES TOO MANY QUESTIONS UNANSWERED. If the series really IS somehow connected to the other Mega Man game series, the game fails to tell you how. Likewise, your character's origin is never explained.

OVERALL:
Overall this is a good game, but it wasn't really what I was hoping for. That's not to say you won't have any fun with it - I think you'll be pleasantly surprised. If you find this game in the budget bin, pick it up. It may surprise you.

This game is horrid!!!
Don't get me wrong I usually love when a 2d game goes 3d but capcom made a mistake with this one. I love when mario and sonic went into 3d and I was really excited when i saw mega man had gone 3d so i bought it. I'm still hoping they will come out with another 3d mega man butnot like this one. I like rpgs but mega should have never come one it is completely dull. So save your money and don't buy even if you are a diehard mega man fan like me. PLease listen I'm saving you from making an incredible mistake. ~DON'T BUT THIS GAME!!!~ ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Megaman megaman64    2. Video Games    3. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    4. N64    5. Action    6. Adventure   

Editorial Review

Back in the early 1990s, after the world had gone mad for Tetris, Nintendo put out its own variant of the puzzle game that, unlike most clones of the day, actually brought some new life to the original idea. Now the classic Nintendo game, with some improvements of its own, is reintroduced for the Nintendo 64. Rather than just twisting shapes to fill vacant spaces, Dr. Mario 64 will have you matching capsule-shaped pills to fight like-colored viruses. Players earn point bonuses when stringing combos together. Dr. Mario 64 comes with the original one- and two-player modes, and introduces a simultaneous four-player mode. ... Read more

Reviews (20)

Dr. Mario N64
I have palyed thousands of games in my life, but Dr. Mario is by far the best game ever.It is so competitive and so fun, that you will literally sit infront of the screen for 4 hours without realizing that more that 30 minutes had gone by.Anyone who is competitive would love this game (if you haven't noticed thats me) :)So buy this game and you wont regret it.

Take-a two mushrooms and call-a me inna morning.
I must admit that while Dr. Mario's medical background is shady and unoriginal, his procedural methods can be fun. It's a love or hate affair. Those who've never had an appointment with the doctor may take to it, but others who in the past made regular visits might feel that he hasn't kept up with the times.

Mario - I'm onto you. Think you can run around playing doctor while hocking your sugar pills? You might be offering your services for a seemingly affordable $29.95, but didn't we already try this medicine? Better get Lawyer Luigi on the phone.

Masterpiece of gaming
In the late eighties and early nineties, Nintendo made a name for their Mario character by making him the star of many wildly successful platformer action/adventure games. By the time the eighties screeched to a halt, people knew that they could go to Mario for a high quality game. In the last part of the decade, Tetris caused a puzzle game revolution, and Nintendo obviously wanted to cash in on this, so they cast Mario in a puzzle game - appropriately entitled Dr. Mario. And now the game has been remade for the Nintendo 64! Read on for my review of this remake of the classic puzzler.

PROS:
-The game is easy to learn, yet difficult to master. These are the best types of video games out there.
-You can do a multiplayer mode of up to four players!
-The game stays true to its roots through and through, making as few changes as possible.

CONS:
-The lack of improvements over previous versions of the game may be reason enough for die-hard gamers not to buy a new version of the game.
-Individual screens are too small in the four-player mode.

OVERALL:
-Got a Nintendo 64? If you own this game, good for you. If not, what the hell are you waiting for? Dr. Mario is arguably the greatest puzzle game of all time, and not owning it is the ultimate sin! Get on eBay or your local used video games dealer, and get yourself a copy. By not owning this masterpiece of a game, you hurt only yourself. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo 64 (Nintendo64)    3. N64    4. Action    5. Adventure   

Editorial Review

Madden NFL 2002 delivers old-fashioned Madden gameplay with a classic mode that lets you relive the golden days of Madden NFL 93. You can also learn the X's and O's from the master himself, John Madden, with the all-new training mode. Develop your game-playing skills in defensive mode and head-to-head play in the two-minute drill, or perfect your playbook by repeating any play with the new Mulligan feature. The Madden Meter lets you track players' intensity levels, and a new kick meter will drill you on your kicking skills. You can play with one to four players. And, if that's not enough, this release's new Madden cards now feature cheerleaders. ... Read more

Reviews (16)

Madden 2002 ROCKS!!!!!!!
Madden 2002 is a cool game! Yesterday, the New York Jets made the highest score in an NFL game, winning 67-0 over the 2002 and 2004 Super Bowl champion, New England Patriots!!! Martin made NINE TOUCHDOWNS FOR THE BIG APPLE!!!!!!

Pros and Cons
Before i start i want to say that if you want a game that you can play for a year and not beat this is the game.

Madden 2002 has many good and bad things about it, Great A.I. and it is also very realistic, maybe too realistic.

I say too realistic because you can get fidgity when the Refs pullout the chain or the teams switch sides. It shows all of this so it can really be time consuming.

Also, a good QB can complete at least 65%of their passes. EA dosen't agree with me though 'cause in Madden 2002 even if your guy is open there is still a good chance that the ball will go through their head or their hands.

Quick, name a RB who can rush 12 yards a carry. What, no one does, well go tell that to EA cause on the hardest diffulculty I can rush for 12 yards a carry with Browns running back Rhite.

Bottom Line: Rent it, or pick it up at a yard sale cheap.

keyword
The keyword for this game is sucks. it is just the same as madden 2001 except a mode that teaches you how two play the game and mulligans which i