Classic Consoles Games

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Skate Or Die - NES - PAL

Platforms: Turbo Grafx 16

Platforms: Sega Mega CD

Stan, Kyle, Kenny and Cartman are back, in an all-new game based on the cult American cartoon South Park. South Park Rally pits the various residents of South Park against each other in a go-kart style race, not unlike Mario Kart 64. Every part of South Park plays a role in the game from the loveable wildlife to even the locations. From this rich source, Acclaim Entertainment Ltd has managed to produce a game that is visually stunning, whilst still staying faithful to Matt Stone's and Trey Parker's creations, making the game instantly recognisable when placed next to its peers. Completing one of the many gaming modes unlocks hidden characters, additional game modes or tracks stored in the game, making this game high on the replay value.South Park Rally's game engine may not be as sophisticated as a real driving simulation, but by adding extra controllers, with the option of 4 players, fun will still be had by all.Fans of racing games and South Park need look no further than South Park Rally. However, for gamers who require a more realistic edge to their racing, Tokyo Highway Challenge may be a better option. --Alex Leung

Upto 2 Players PAL Format, Platforms: Sega Megadrive

When you think of Sega, three words normally spring to mind: Blue, Spikey and Hedgehog. You've guessed it: Sonic is Back. This time it's with the Sega Dreamcast and in full Technicolor. With a new lease of life, new friends and new baddies, Sonic has certainly got his work cut out for him--in a breezy, buzzing world that shows the transfer of an old game to a new console needn't be limp. Now we are granted shots of Sonic running at high speed, the calming ocean in the background and other graphical niceties. There are times when you have to be precise with the position of Sonic, and after bouncing your way through numerous trampolines this it can be annoying. Still, every time our little friend turns and waves everything just seems all right. This game ranks with other titles in the genre. If you're a Sonic fan, but never got around to getting this title for your collection then it certainly is a must. If however you are a slightly less devoted Sega fan, then perhaps other titles such as Rayman 2 that have moved the genre are most appropriate. This said, a Sega console without Sonic the Hedgehog is like a fish without a bicycle. --Stuart Miles

While you may not be familiar with the original Dead or Alive--a run-of-the-mill fighting game most famous for the bouncing breasts of its female combatants--the sequel Dead or Alive 2 is a major-league contender that ranks up there with genre giants (including Soul Calibur and the Tekken series). Dead or Alive 2 features drop-dead gorgeous visuals, with gracefully animated 3-D characters rendered in great (and in some cases, downright naughty) detail. Not merely scenic backdrops, the lavish 3-D arenas are also highly interactive: fighters get slammed and thrown against walls, and, in some cases, they can be thrown through windows and off ledges, with the camera viewpoint following the aggressor as he or she jumps down to the lower level of the arena to continue the punishment. A game that plays as good as it looks, Dead or Alive 2 sports a rich combat system that's heavy on the counterattacks. Gameplay moves along at a blazingly fast pace, and the simple controls are easy to pick up on and make executing combo moves a breeze; this is a brawler that both button-mashers and hardcore gamers will enjoy. Unlike other fighting games which contain hidden features that must be "unlocked, " Dead or Alive 2 pretty much lays all its cards out on the table from the start. There are 12 fighters to choose from (each with at least one alternate costume) and seven modes of play are available (including tag battle mode and a two-on-two battle royal that up to four players can join). --Joe Hon Pros: Drop-dead gorgeous visuals Blazingly fast gameplay; simple yet effective controls Highly interactive 3-D arenas 7 modes of play, including tag battle mode Cons: Virtually none to speak of

Do you ever wonder what all of those worms squirming around subterranean tunnels are scheming? We do, too. As it turns out, according to Worms Armageddon, our wacky segmented friends have a stockpile of crazy weapons and are waging a war big enough to turn the world into a heaping compost pile. Who knew? Worms Armageddon brings the humorously addictive gameplay of the very popular Worms series to the Dreamcast for the first time. The strategy-based gameplay is as unique as the premise. Commanding a team of worms, players wriggle and shoot through 30 missions and 14 training levels. Players take turns moving a worm warrior into position and then firing at the opposing team, using an arsenal of weapons ranging from mines and kamikaze attacks to the more traditional exploding sheep attack and banana bombs. Naturally, the commander who best combines strategic moves with creative attacks wins the worm war. Join the throngs of fans of this unique game series and you'll never look at a grinning, gun-toting earthworm in the same way again. --Stuart Miles

Platforms: Sega Saturn

Level after level of brain-burning action, faster and faster until your thumbs are numb... Scorching four-way action. Ninety-nine levels. Intensifying gameplay., Platforms: Sega Megadrive

Is it true? Game icon Sonic is zipping around the NEOGEO in a new 2-D adventure? That's right. Untethered from the series' traditional Sega platform, the 20th release (give or take a few imports and rarities) in the Sonic series revives the classic gameplay last seen on the Sega Game Gear hand-held system. But Sonic Pocket Adventure is far from a clone. This version contains new moves, new levels, new baddies and more for a new generation of gamers. For those who haven't met the little blue fella, Sonic is a gloved, sneaker-wearing and quite speedy hedgehog who rolls, leaps and dashes through numerous levels filled with obstacles, ramps, loops, corkscrews and all sorts of bashable enemies. Rings are scattered around each level--collecting 100 of them earns an extra life. Grab your link cables: two players can take Sonic and his buddy Tails for a spin in this version. --Eric Twelker

Sega Megadrive Volume 2 - Plug n Play TV Games No console just plug and play!

Platforms: Sega Game Gear, ESRB Rating: Everyone

Platforms: Atari 7800, ESRB Rating: Rating Pending

Platforms: Nintendo Super NES, ESRB Rating: Everyone

Platforms: Atari Lynx, ESRB Rating: Teen

Platforms: Atari Jaguar

Platforms: Sega Game Gear

Platforms: Atari Lynx, ESRB Rating: Kids to Adults

Platforms: Sega Game Gear

Platforms: Atari 2600, ESRB Rating: Everyone

Platforms: Atari Lynx, ESRB Rating: Kids to Adults

Platforms: Atari Lynx, ESRB Rating: Kids to Adults

Platforms: NEOGEO Pocket Colour, ESRB Rating: Everyone

Platforms: Atari 7800, ESRB Rating: Rating Pending

Platforms: Atari Lynx

Platforms: Atari Jaguar, ESRB Rating: Everyone 10+

Platforms: Atari Lynx, ESRB Rating: Rating Pending

Platforms: NEOGEO Pocket Colour, ESRB Rating: Teen