Resident Evil 4 (Capcom) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

All the style of the series so far plus a maelstrom of new shocks, twists and challenges makes this the best survival horror game ever.

Battlefield 2: Modern Combat (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Battlefield 2 uses the best of PS2's capabilities to fashion an unashamedly entertaining, surprisingly strategic shooter.

SingStar 80's (London Studio) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Finally...! Themed editions are definitely the way forward. Track selection is stellar throughout, ranging from bubblegum pop (Material Girl, Walking On Sunshine) through soft-rock ballads (Don't You Forget About Me) to six-pint belters (Simply The Best, Poison).

Sonic Gems Collection (Sega) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Sega hasn't made this for you, it's made it for people who still have their Megadrives in the original box. And they've probably already got all these games. Ignore.

NASCAR 06: Total Team Control (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (US Version))

More niche than ostrich-whispering and not half as exciting - a beautiful rendition of a sport we can't bring ourselves to care about one little bit!

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2006 (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

There are no massive revolutions since last year but this still easily retains its 'king of the swingers' crown.

Darkwatch (Ubisoft) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Darkwatch has a few neat ideas but wins us over by doing solid shooting well. Fast-paced with cool guns. What's not to like?

Buzz! The Music Quiz (Sony) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

A deceptively simple idea that's well executed and bags of fun. See mum, not all games are about murdering men with guns.

Golden Age Of Racing (Midas) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Mindless, ugly and all but unplayable. We suffered it so you don't have to.

International Super Karts (Midas) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

A hopeful opening ten minutes fades into a frustrating but familiar rollercoaster of tedium.

Makai Kingdom: Chronicles Of The Sacred Tome (Koei) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

What could have been an engaging effort has been spoiled by bland presentation, a cliched story and tedious gameplay.

NHL 06 (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Near identical gameplay to its 05 counterpart and a more intricate management aspect - if that floats your boat then hop on board.

Genji (Sony) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

It's a strange and giant leap back to restrictive, basic gaming that becomes joyless rather quickly. Play Onimusha instead.

Rainbow Six: Lockdown (Ubisoft) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Dull, lifeless, unexciting and other words for 'boring', Rainbow Six: Lockdown is uninspired and not worth your cash.

Psychonauts (Majesco Entertainment) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Hugely inventive, charming and funny. Psychonauts is a surprise hit and this year's star platformer.

Digimon World 4 (Bandai) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

A frustrating slog of an action RPG for solo gamers, Digimon World 4 gains a little pep in four-way multiplayer mode. But only just.

Outlaw Volleyball: Remixed (Global Star) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

If 'remix' actually meant 'radically re-worked and altered in every possible way' then this might be okay. But it's not. A lazy rehash.

FIFA 06 (Electronic Arts) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

FIFA has grown up a bit and learnt that it has to do the dirty work first before it can get fancy. Competent, entertaining, but far from faultless.

Everybody's Golf (Sony) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

It looks like it's "for kids", but this is, indeed, for everyone. Not as straight-laced as Tiger Woods, but a consistently enjoyable sport sim.

Wallace & Gromit: The Curse Of The Were-Rabbit (Konami) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Begs, borrows and steals ideas and blends them perfectly into a highly original environment - one of the best movie tie-ins you'll play!

Sniper Elite (Rebellion) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

There's not quite enough freedom in the levels to find that perfect shot, but this is still a rewarding and enjoyably fresh sniper sim.

WRC Rally Evolved (Evolution Studios) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Challenging but accessible, WRC Rally Evolved is a brilliant rally sim, and the random events that spice up every race make it a seriously good ride.

LA Rush (Midway) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Not an exceptional racer but enjoyable all the same, and certainly the least juvenile of the current crop of G-riders.

Spy Toy (London Studio) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

A solid attempt at eking some more life out of the EyeToy, but not as successful as, say, EyeToy Play or EyeToy Antigrav.

Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks (Midway) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Reinventing Mortal Kombat was risky, but Shaolin Monks rams home the action with style, guts and excitement to spare.

Top Spin (2K Games) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Aside from the shockingly ropey visuals Top Spin equips itself pretty well. It just can't match the polish of Sony's Smash Court.

Stuart Little 3: Big Photo Adventure (Magenta) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

As kiddie-friendly games go, this is quality stuff. If most 'grown up' titles lavished this much attention on entertainment, we'd all be laughing.

Taito Legends (Xplosiv) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Yes, Rainbow Islands, Bubble Bobble and New Zealand Story are actually still quite good. That'll be two-thirds of a mark apiece, then.

Total Overdose (Eidos) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

Addictive and action-packed, racking up combo kills creates a twist that will keep pulling you back in for just one more go.

Without Warning (Capcom) (PlayStation 2 (EU Version))

You can actually feel your IQ drop as you play. A pretty-looking but otherwise feeble attempt at a political thriller.