Ninja Gaiden (Tecmo) (Xbox (EU Version))

Groundbreaking beat-'em-up action of the highest calibre. A must for anyone who has the ability to hold an Xbox pad.

TOCA Race Driver 2: The Ultimate Racing Simulator (Codemasters) (Xbox (EU Version))

The most realistic and detailed racer ever. TOCA 2 has raised the bar for other developers to follow. Good look trying!

Steel Battalion: Line Of Contact (Capcom) (Xbox (EU Version))

The best robot game ever. MechAssault and Phantom Crash can't even compete. Good luck finding the controller, though.

MTX Mototrax (Activision) (Xbox (EU Version))

Better than many mototrax games, but one that will take its toll on your patience and better-natured self.

Fight Night 2004 (Electronic Arts) (Xbox (EU Version))

An absorbing, sweat-drenched title that strives to be the best it can. It succeeds, thanks to great controls and dazzling graphics.

Conan (TDK) (Xbox (EU Version))

More good than bad. One of the better hack 'n slash entries on Xbox, thanks to cool use of the Conan licence.

Powerdrome (Evolved Games) (Xbox (EU Version))

Faster than a speeding bullet travelling on a supersonic rocket. If you like a challenge at top speed, buy this beast.

UEFA EURO 2004 (Electronic Arts) (Xbox (EU Version))

The most realistic and technical football sim on Xbox.

England International Football (Codemasters) (Xbox (EU Version))

A competent and intuitive footy sim with fluid play and good AI. Xbox Live play elevates it to the Champions League.

Hitman: Contracts (Eidos) (Xbox (EU Version))

Appalling presentation and confusing gameplay results in players having to sacrifice stealth for all-out blasting.

The Suffering (Midway) (Xbox (EU Version))

Devoid of genuine scares but still gory and imaginative enough to be worth your time. Resident Evil fans should love it!

Dragon's Lair 3D: Return To The Lair (Ubisoft) (Xbox (EU Version))

Looks good and is quietly addictive, but it's far too dated to really hold your attention. Patient kids might enjoy it.