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Windows XP (Microsoft, $99.99 and up)
The Windows and Windows NT lines have finally merged into a single product – Windows XP. This time it’s an upgrade not to be afraid of from Microsoft. Windows XP provides more speed and stability to the PC while adding a host of useful features for productivity and, of course, gaming.
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Comanche 4 (Novalogic, $39.99)
The veteran combat helicopter sim returns, but this time with an easier to use interface that truly makes it a shooter in the sky. Comanche 4 is fun for pilots and FPS gamers alike. TEEN.
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Empire Earth (Sierra Studios, $49.99)
From one of the designers of the already classic Age of Empires comes Empire Earth. Build your civilization over thousands of years of cultural and military evolution, from the time of creation all the way up to the distant future. Full 3D enhances this strategy experience. TEEN.
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Return to Castle Wolfenstein (Activision, $54.99)
Back to the series that started the first-person shooter. This time in full 3D and with a great single-player story to boot. But don’t worry, multiplayer action is bundled in there as well. MATURE.
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World War III: Black Gold (JoWood Productions, $39.99)
Just when you think the RTS genre cannot be improved upon, JoWood comes up with World War III: Black Gold. The gameplay alone will keep you glued to your machine. The superior graphics are gravy. TEEN.
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Shattered Galaxy (Nexon, $19.99)
Not just an RTS. Not just an MMOLRPG. Four X massively multiplayer action in a persistent universe supporting 100,000+ players. TEEN.
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Operation Flashpoint: Cold War Crisis (Codemasters, $39.99)
One of this year’s best. Squad based military action with first-person infantry and vehicular combat. MATURE.
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Max Payne (Gathering of Developers, $49.99)
It’s still out there and if you haven’t experienced the thrill of Bullet Time, you’ve been playing Solitaire. A thrill-packed story with action to match. MATURE.
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Weakest Link (Activision, $19.99)
You shout out the answers from your couch. Now put yourself in the game. Face host Anne Robinson’s sharp tongue and your teammates’ sharpie markers as they determine if you are worthy for the walk of shame. EVERYONE.
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Survivor: The Interactive Game (Wizard Works, $19.99)
Try your hand at 24 different reward and immunity challenges as one of the 32 cast members from the first two Survivor series. Or create you own persona. But whatever you do, get rid of Jerri first. EVERYONE.
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Nancy Drew: The Final Scene (Her Interactive, $24.95)
Girls just wanna have fun and Her Interactive delivers with the latest in their Nancy Drew mysteries. Help Nancy find her missing friend by exploring the old theatre looking for clues. EVERYONE.
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