Knockout Kings 2001 (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Despite the hype, not much of a progression from Knockout Kings 2000. Plenty of decent ideas bogged down by half-based execution and sloppy design.

Oni (Rockstar Games) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Very nearly a great game, but Oni's great style and intelligent plot are undercut with a lack of sustained gameplay variety. Satisfyingly ambitious nevertheless.

Shadow Of Memories (Konami) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Don't underestimate this. It will shock you to the core, and is profoundly entertaining once you know what you're looking for.

ESPN National Hockey Night (Konami) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

A decent puck about, but just too many frustrating gameplay quirks.

7 Blades (Konami) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Initial enthusiasm for the gung ho killings wears off as the poorly drawn levels and single-track gameplay become apparent.

World Destruction League: Thunder Tanks (3do) (PlayStation 2 (US Version))

An outrageous multiplayer blast WDL:TT is the perfect social game. As a single-player affair, though, it tires quickly.

Eternal Ring (Ubisoft) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

More a hopelessly primitive first-person blaster than an RPG, Eternal Ring is a totally forgettable experience. Avoid.

ESPN NBA 2Night (Konami) (PlayStation 2 (US Version))

Does basketball make the transition to consoles well? Yes, but, as that cliche goes, you'll only really like this if you like basketball.

Driving Emotion Type-S (Square) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

A standard - if somewhat anorexic - racing affair that is only remarkable due to tiresome handling dynamics and very mediocre structure.

NBA Live 2001 (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (US Version))

EA's assembly line aesthetics triumph again, but essentially an average basketball sim.

ISS Pro Evolution 2 (Konami) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

No other game gives you such a repertoire of moves and great physics to boot. This will not be surpassed.

The Emperor's New Groove (Disney) (PlayStation (EU Version))

Exhilarating to look at and surprisingly addictive to play, despite the unoriginal format. Should be on your list if you're hunting for a cute platform game.

LMA Manager 2001 (Codemasters) (PlayStation (EU Version))

A highly polished management game that doesn't intimidate with endless menus and statistics.

Point Blank 3 (namco) (PlayStation (EU Version))

Plenty of shooting stages to exercise your twitching trigger finger, but it won't help you enthralled for long.