MechAssault (Microsoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

Visually stunning Mech blaster with big online potential, but lacking sufficient game options be a standalone classic.

Whacked! (Microsoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

Shows how a party game should be done. Simple to pick up and fun to play, especially with friends or online.

James Bond 007: Nightfire (Electronic Arts) (Xbox (EU Version))

Just like a repeat James Bond at Christmas: entertaining, but nothing particularly groundbreaking.

Battle Engine Aquila (Atarisoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

An arcade shooter with deceptive depth. Distinctly different from other Mech-style games and that's no bad thing.

Championship Manager Season 02/03 (Eidos) (Xbox (EU Version))

It's the best player on the park, but if you've got the 01/02 version you might feel updated stats don't justify your cash.

Medal Of Honor: Frontline (Electronic Arts) (Xbox (EU Version))

An average FPS that doesn't really impress on Xbox. World War II deserves a much better game than this!

Robotech: Battlecry (TDK) (Xbox (US Version))

A decent Mech game with super-stylish anime designs and flashes of excitement but not enough depth.

Robot Wars: Extreme Destruction (BBC Multimedia) (Xbox (EU Version))

Generally, an unsatisfying game. The robots are hard to control, often dropping you into the grasp of Sir Killalot.

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon (Ubisoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

What the Xbox was built for. A confident and addictive soldier shooter that sets the benchmark in strategy action games.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 (Activision) (Xbox (EU Version))

A skatepark-load of new ideas and options make Tony Hawk 4 the most playable, complete extreme sports experience available.

Toxic Grind (THQ) (Xbox (EU Version))

Feeling a bit curious? Then rent it. Otherwise, your hard-earned money can be put to much better use elsewhere.

Metal Dungeon (THQ) (Xbox (EU Version))

Without a story or any real reason to sweep the dungeons clean, it's hard to justify investing the time to play it.

Outlaw Golf (Evolved Games) (Xbox (EU Version))

Outlaw Golf may share the initials of a more risqué lifestyle but it's far more OTT than OG.

Big Mutha Truckers (Empire) (Xbox (EU Version))

Valiant attempt to create an original game by combining trading with racing. But the execution lets it down at times.

NBA Live 2003 (Electronic Arts) (Xbox (EU Version))

An accessible, immediate basketball game - but it's just not that much fun to play. Still, it's better than the last one.

NBA Inside Drive 2003 (Microsoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

A good pace and novel passing system make this the best basketball game currently available on Xbox.

Reign Of Fire (Bam Entertainment) (Xbox (US Version))

Could've been an enjoyable blast, but awkward controls and a glitchy, unfinished feel mean the potential is wasted.

Lotus Challenge (Ignition) (Xbox (EU Version))

Passable enough driving game. Not majorly flawed, but it's dwarfed by Sega's own recent take on automobile realism.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2003 (Electronic Arts) (Xbox (EU Version))

Loads of modes, holes and golfers, plus slick swinging gameplay make this an excellent game for golf fans.

Serious Sam (Gotham Games) (Xbox (EU Version))

Hectic blasting with a smattering of laughs, Serious Sam is a very slick, distinctive experience that's well worth trying for FPS fans.

Total Immersion Racing (Empire) (Xbox (EU Version))

An average racing game which doesn't capitalise on its main idea, but there's still some entertainment to be had.

Terminator: Dawn Of Fate (Atarisoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

Not tremendous by any stretch, but a repetitive and enjoyable shooter all the same. Should keep you on your feet, soldier.

Blackstone: Magic And Steel (THQ) (Xbox (EU Version))

If you want a straightforward action RPG, this will fill the hole.

Legends Of Wrestling II (Acclaim) (Xbox (EU Version))

Raucous multiplayer fun with plenty of game modes and loads of characters to choose from. A must-have for fans.

BMX XXX (Acclaim) (Xbox (EU Version))

Unattractive and undeserving of your leisure spend. There are much better bike titles, and better top shelf titles too.