IGN

• PS2
• 6.8 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS2
• 4.9 / 10
• États-Unis

• X360
• 5.5 / 10
• États-Unis

Although this could be called the best Superman game yet, Superman Returns is among the most disappointing. EA did very well with Superman’s powers, and flying and freezing and blowing and heating are each fun in their own way. But Superman is more than the sum of his powers; he is defined too by his alter ego Clark Kent, by his romance with Lois Lane, and by his archenemy Lex Luthor. All of these are absent in the gameplay of Superman Returns. That, coupled with mindless and monotonous action, as well as average graphics and sound are more damning blows to the world’s favorite superhero than ten tons of kryptonite. While the open world is supposed to let you do whatever you like, there just isn’t anything to do in Metropolis. Punching out bad guys becomes about as fun as taking out the garbage, and the “epic” battle between Superman and the forces of evil is as simple and dull as a day of chores. It could be argued that this game should be recommended to hardcore Superman fans, but it’s clear to me that those are the ones that will least enjoy this lackluster effort. EA was on to something in Superman Returns, but barely tapped the surface.

• WII
• 6.8 / 10
• États-Unis

Cars is a bit of a mixed bag on Wii, and is most-likely going to be a pretty hard sell as a licensed game that came out months ago on Cube, and is now cheaper on other platforms because of it. The game uses the Wii-mote decently, utilizing tilt to maneuver the car, but the choice in controller layout and lack of customization options for steering could turn fans off from the one-trick-pony that the Wii design ends up being. The team attempts to add motion control into the rest of the game as well, which works at times to add a bit more interest into pit stops and mini-games, but in the end the game simply feels like a double-dip, and doesn’t exactly validate the $20 increase in price from the GCN package. That being said, the motion control can still be fun to pick up and play with in short bursts, and the game has been upgraded to 480p and 16:9 support. Our suggestion; pass this one up and grab Excite Truck if you’re down for some awesome Wii racing, or go with Cars for GameCube, as it’s essentially the same game from top to bottom.

• WII
• 4 / 10
• États-Unis

To give the game credit where it’s due, the controls are actually very comfortable. The wheel attachment is great, and if it is ever sold alone – or if you can find GT Pro Series for the $19.99 price down the line – it is definitely worth a purchase. Putting it at a $49.99 price tag against other racers already on the system such as Excite Truck, however, wasn’t a good move. This would have been a great title at $29.99, though even still it performs way under par in the technical department, supporting only 480i and 4:3 display. It took us only a few hours to blaze through the single player mode, and by the time we were done we’d definitely had enough. The wheel attachment is a solid accessory, but there’s no way it necessitates a purchase. Even for the most hardcore racing fans out there we’d still discourage a purchase, as GT Pro Series has a dated look, very little depth in both track selection and play modes, and relies entirely on a new control method that – while fun – can't validate the game as a worthy investment. We understand the attempt to deliver solid gameplay, but if a pack-in title like Wii Sports can do it while teaming it with a charming level of depth and style into the mix, anyone can. In the end, GT Pro Series feels like a quick cash-out title, and Wii players deserve better.

• X360
• 8.2 / 10
• États-Unis

• PC
• 4.9 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS2
• 1.5 / 10
• États-Unis

So if you want to practice fighting with a fidgety controller as you try to take down bottles and other random targets, NRA Gun Club is for you. If anything else, such as fun or variety or not wanting to bang your head on the floor, should appeal to you, then avoid this like the plague. The only time that this game inspired me to want a real gun was when I took the disc out of my PS2. Seeing this digitized crap explode into a hundred silvery slivers would have been the only bit of satisfaction it could ever deliver.

• PS2
• PC
• 4.1 / 10
• États-Unis

Corvette Evolution GT was well on its way to becoming an all-right racer. Nothing fancy, but a decent ride for the bargain price. But with all the nonsense tacked on it becomes a joke with itself as the punch line. For some reason, the simulation of the psychological effects was given plenty of influence when they really should have been ignored. Much like this game itself.

• PS2
• XBOX
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS2
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

• X360
• 6 / 10
• États-Unis

• GBA
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

Bionicle Heroes is an impressive title in both graphical presentation and sound design. It's got a great sense of humor, too, that makes the overall experience even more fun. The only thing holding it back is a lack of variety in the core gameplay. The endless blasting is just a bit too mindless, even when new weapons and masks are discovered. It is what it is – relentless, high energy shooting. If you don't mind that simplicity, jump right in.

• PS2
• 7.9 / 10
• États-Unis

When LEGO Star Wars hit our consoles last year, most of us were pretty amazed that a tiny licensed game could hold so much replay value. When we got a second dose of it just a few months ago with the sequel, we were again amazed at how much fun the series could be. Now we’ve got Bionicle Heroes, a game that takes what was good about LEGO Star Wars and tries to transition it to a more robust single player experience, and despite a few quirks it manages to work out. The game has a few gameplay quirks worth mentioning, such as a troublesome camera, some targeting issues during combat and an overall A.D.D. over-stimulated feel, but it’s still a ton of fun. We can tell that that series takes inspiration from titles like Resident Evil 4, Unreal Tournament, and a dash of Halo, and for the most part the game does a decent job of simplifying its inspiration, converting down to a younger level, and keeping some of the magic and core gameplay that comes with those designs. In the end the game is a solid holiday buy for younger gamers, but it isn’t going to be captivating gamers of all ages like LEGO Star Wars has dome time and time again. Bionicle Heroes is a very entertaining licensed game, it has a ton of replay value, and it’s a no-brainer for younger action/adventure fans. In that way, it’s a success.

• PSP
• 6.4 / 10
• États-Unis

While fun in short burts, Eragon lacks the wings to really soar. Much of the experience is hampered by shoddy control, and the mission objectives could use more variety. The multiplayer aspect provides plenty of entertainment, though. Plus, torching hordes of enemies and eating goats for health is always fun.

• GBA
• 7.5 / 10
• États-Unis

Eragon is an interesting game. The combat and attribute systems aren't revolutionary, but they're far more developed than one might expect from a licensed movie title. The story is engaging and the quests are enjoyable. This isn't the kind of broad-appeal RPG that will convert fans like Summon Night did. But fans of the movie will definitely be getting their money's worth, and handheld RPG fanatics should feel right at home.

• X360
• 4.7 / 10
• États-Unis

Eragon isn't worth the brief amount of time it takes to play through it. The gameplay and presentation aren't up to snuff and the storytelling cutscenes don't do their job at all. Games based on movies are notorious for not living up to their big screen cousins, but all of the elements for creating a good action game of this nature have been laid out in the past so there isn't any excuse. Even if you're a huge fan of the fiction, a rental is the most time you'll want to spend with this game. Even that might be pushing it.

• PC
• 4.6 / 10
• États-Unis

Eragon isn't worth the brief amount of time it takes to play through it. The gameplay and presentation aren't up to snuff and the storytelling cutscenes don't do their job at all. Games based on movies are notorious for not living up to their big screen cousins, but all of the elements for creating a good action game of this nature have been laid out in the past so there isn't any excuse. Even if you're a huge fan of the fiction, a rental is the most time you'll want to spend with this game. Even that might be pushing it.