Transformers for PlayStation 2

Pros: Graphics, action, challenge

Cons: not much replay value

The Bottom Line: Fans of the genre should pick this up. However, if you're looking for that killer title like a SOCOM or HALO, pass on it.

Review: I grew up right in the middle of the Transformers phenomenon. I was just 5 years old when those toys were the rage. I remember watching the cartoon back to back with GI Joe everyday after school at 4 p.m. Even now, 20 years after the cartoon first ...

Pros: Impressive combat, good graphics and a sweet all around Transformers presentation.

Cons: Sluggish control and each level is very linear.

The Bottom Line: While the control is sub-par at times, the fun of playing as Optimus Prime shines. Atari built a great foundation and if a sequel arrives we could see something special.

Review: It's almost redundant at this point to go into detail about the sorry history of Transformers games through the years. I've never understood why a big time Transformers game was never attempted. With the NES debuting in 1983 and Transformers coming to ...

Pros: Great graphics, sound, loads of extras.

Cons: Sluggish gameplay at times.

The Bottom Line: It still gives a good bang for the buck.

Review: The Transformers are back in Atari's Transformers for the PS2. This was another anticipated game from 2004 that didn't get too much notoriety because of the unveiling of Grand Theft Auto San Andreas, however I found to be a very fun game. It's ...

Pros: Great graphics, fun gameplay, Trans-fans will love

Cons: Controls could be better, older audiences may not be familar with the new characters.

Review: This is the first Transformers game to be released for the current generation of consoles in the US. In the game (which takes place in the Armada Universe) you can play as Optimus Prime, Red Alert or Hot Shot. Each has his own advantages and ...

Pros: Good graphics, biggest boss I've ever seen, beautiful backgrounds - finally a modern Transformers game!

Cons: No roads! Few characters, very awkward play control, no story development, and no playable Decepticons.

The Bottom Line: Rent it, don't buy it. It's a game with a great theme, some strong features and fun fights. But ultimately, it falls short of lighting our darkest hour.

Review: How wonderful! A Transformers game, finally - right near my birthday! Oh, and then I wished I hadn't blown my gift certificates on it... The game format is surprisingly simple. Take Optimus Prime or another Autobot, enter a stage, find the ...