- JonathanL
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- Member since: May 15, 2002
- Last online: 09/27/08 7:39 am PT
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My Recent Reviews
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BioShock
"Immersive" The gameplay is more evolutionary than revolutionary, but BioShock is a sure step forward for storytelling in games. Continue »
- Posted Aug 27, 2007 5:53 am GMT
- Recommended by 2 users.
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World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade
"Disappointing" The Burning Crusade is a feast of new and exciting content for hardcore players. Not so much for everyone else. Continue »
- Posted Mar 18, 2007 7:50 am GMT
- Recommended by 10 out of 13 users.
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Crackdown
"Almost, but not quite" Uninspired aesthetics, some sloppy design, and a general lack of innovation relegate this title to second-class status. Continue »
- Posted Mar 4, 2007 8:01 am GMT
- Recommended by 2 out of 4 users.
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Gears of War
"Just plain fun" Gears of War is a great shooter with gorgeous visuals, intense sound, and some real clever tricks. Continue »
- Posted Dec 31, 2006 11:07 am GMT
- Recommended by 9 out of 11 users.
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New Super Mario Bros.
"Just plain fun" New Super Mario Bros. capitalizes on the core essence of what makes platform games fun. Continue »
- Posted Jul 17, 2006 10:31 am GMT
- Recommended by 6 out of 7 users.
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Grandia III
"Solid" Grandia III isn't terribly original, and the plot's a clunker, but great battles and a charming cast make it fun anyway. Continue »
- Posted Jun 24, 2006 3:30 pm GMT
- Recommended by 6 users.
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Star Wars: Battlefront II
"Just plain fun" Battlefront II manages to capitalize on the license extremely well, making for a fantastic action experience. Continue »
- Posted May 24, 2006 11:32 am GMT
- Recommended by 5 users.
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
"Instant classic" Oblivion finds the sweet spot between ambition and playability the series has been searching for. Continue »
- Posted Apr 23, 2006 8:26 am GMT
- Recommended by 15 users.
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MLB 06: The Show
"Rocks" The Show is an excellent baseball game with a compelling Career mode and a polished overall gameplay experience. Continue »
- Posted Mar 30, 2006 6:06 am GMT
- Recommended by 8 users.
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Mario Kart DS
"Instant classic" Mario Kart DS is not simply a great DS game; it's one of the most fun and engaging racing games ever made. Continue »
- Posted Dec 24, 2005 5:58 am GMT
- Recommended by 4 out of 5 users.
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Advance Wars: Dual Strike
"Instant classic" Dual Strike is a true sequel to Black Hole Rising, a huge game that builds upon a rock-solid foundation. Continue »
- Posted Oct 29, 2005 10:14 am GMT
- Recommended by 5 out of 7 users.
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Jade Empire
"Ambitious" Jade Empire is a polished and entertaining RPG that stands as one of this generation's best. Continue »
- Posted May 12, 2005 8:59 am GMT
- Recommended by 1 out of 2 users.
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MLB
"Solid" While MLB is definitely a decent baseball game, the limited play options and minor missteps keep it from greatness. Continue »
- Posted Apr 29, 2005 8:01 am GMT
- Recommended by 0 out of 1 users.
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MTV Music Generator
"Innovative" Though limited in scope, MTV Music Generator is a unique and entertaining music mixer, if not exactly a "game." Continue »
- Posted Apr 14, 2005 8:51 am GMT
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World of Warcraft
"Worth the wait" WoW is both a gold-standard MMORPG and an indication that the current genre model as is has reached its limit. Continue »
- Posted Mar 7, 2005 12:01 pm GMT
- Recommended by 6 out of 11 users.
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Splashdown: Rides Gone Wild
"Just plain fun" Splashdown: Rides Gone Wild has some of the most ingenious level design the racing genre has ever seen. Continue »
- Posted Feb 14, 2005 8:16 am GMT
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Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic
"Instant classic" LucasArts and BioWare have crafted a fine saga that deserves a place next to Lucas' seminal classics. Continue »
- Posted Feb 8, 2005 9:00 am GMT
- Recommended by 2 out of 6 users.
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Fable
"Just plain fun" Fable doesn't make good on its boasts, but it certainly delivers a good time for those willing to take it at face value. Continue »
- Posted Feb 3, 2005 10:01 am GMT
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Advance Wars 2: Black Hole Rising
"Instant classic" Advance Wars 2 is a shining example of how a game can transcend its genre to be fun for gamers of all ages and tastes. Continue »
- Posted Jan 27, 2005 8:53 am GMT
- Recommended by 2 users.
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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six 3
"Great multiplayer" Rainbow Six 3 is a perfectly decent first-person shooter that is absolutely brilliant online. Continue »
- Posted Jan 19, 2005 9:51 am GMT
- Recommended by 3 out of 5 users.
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Final Fantasy X
"Amazing" Final Fantasy X is an RPG classic, a sure step forward for the genre that remains faithful to its roots. Continue »
- Posted Jan 10, 2005 11:59 am GMT
- Recommended by 6 out of 9 users.
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Mario Power Tennis
"Just plain fun" Mario Power Tennis is a surprisingly deep and vastly entertaining title that stands as one of this year's best. Continue »
- Posted Dec 20, 2004 10:03 am GMT
- Recommended by 1 user.
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Ace Combat 04: Shattered Skies
"Rocks" The heady mix of arcade-style dogfighting and gorgeous visuals make Ace Combat 04 perfect for virtual pilots everywhere. Continue »
- Posted Dec 16, 2004 8:25 am GMT
- Recommended by 1 out of 4 users.
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Halo 2
"Rocks" While it lacks some of what made the original so great, Halo 2 is still an oustanding game, alone or with friends. Continue »
- Posted Nov 24, 2004 9:28 am GMT
- Recommended by 2 out of 9 users.
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Soul Calibur II
"Instant classic" Soul Calibur II is a refined version of the original, and thusly the greatest fighting game of all time. Continue »
- Posted Nov 18, 2004 8:36 am GMT
- Recommended by 0 out of 1 users.
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Sep 3, 2008 6:05 pm GMTJonathanL posted a new blog entry entitled A Co-Op Partner For Life
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COD4: Modern Warfare (X360) -
Assassin's Creed (X360)
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Star Wars: KOTOR II (PC)
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Link's Crossbow Training (WII)
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Mass Effect (X360)
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Peggle Deluxe (PC)
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Madden NFL 08 (PSP)
