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Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise
by Microsoft Game Studios

8.6
Like the first game, Viva Pi?ata: Trouble in Paradise is utterly charming, downright cute and one seriously enjoyable game that players of all ages can enjoy


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Game Name Sorted Ascending Platform Date Reviewed Review Rating Avg. Rating
Hack Infection
One of the most original games in a long time….
PS2 02/22/2003 9.0 8.1
Hail to the Chimp
Hail to the Chimp could have been one of those wonderfully inviting and thoroughly enjoyable party games for the PS3 and this is too bad since there are some fun moments.
PS3 07/17/2008 6.0 5.4
Half-Life 2
Half-Life 2 is an amazing, action packed thrill ride that shouldn’t be missed
PC 12/06/2004 9.5 9.5
Half-Life 2
If you own an Xbox, then you must own this title.  This is the reason Xbox owners aren't too upset they can't buy a 360 yet
XB 12/18/2005 9.6 9.1
Half-Life 2 Episode Pack
Valve has mastered the art of entertainment storytelling with its perfectly honed mix of action and drama that keeps the player craving more
PC 05/13/2008 9.5 9.5
Half-Life 2: Episode One
It’s like a miniature sequel!
PC 06/15/2006 8.8 8.8
Halo 2
They were right.  Now that Halo 2 is out, Earth will never be the same.
XB 11/18/2004 9.7 9.4
Halo 2 for Windows Vista
The Master Chief can still bring on the pain
PC 05/08/2007 9.2 7.1
Halo 2 Limited Collector's Edition
Nobody messes with the Master Chief, NOBODY!
XB 11/12/2004 9.7 9.8
Halo 2 Multiplayer Map Pack
The best online experience on the XBox gets even better with nine great new maps
XB 07/20/2005 9.5 8.9
Halo 3
Life is now complete
360 09/26/2007 9.7 9.3
Halo: Combat Evolved
"PC GAMING EVOLVED"
PC 10/02/2003 9.2 8.5
Halo: Combat Evolved
Bungie Takes the Xbox by Storm
XB 01/11/2002 9.5 9.4
Hammer & Sickle
Hammer & Sickle had a good base idea, it just grew out of control and execution was flawed
PC 12/05/2005 5.5 5.6
Hamsterz Life
The Lite version of pet simulation games
NDS 12/22/2006 7.5 6.8
Hamtaro™: Ham-Ham Games
Get out that tennis racket and get ready for some fast-paced sporting action, hamster style!
GBA 08/02/2004 8.0 7.5
Hannah Montana Music Jam
Design videos and songs with Hannah Montana.
NDS 11/09/2007 6.5 6.9
Happy Feet
Happy Feet for the Wii is a repetitive game with little to offer gamers young or old and, while the game does use the Wii controller well, this isn’t the reason you should be buying this game
WII 12/18/2006 4.5 3.9
Harbinger
Fans of games like Diablo mixed with some creepy science fiction elements will surely find enjoyment in Harbinger.
PC 03/06/2003 7.9 6.0
Hard Rock Casino
A great time-killer – the kind of game you can pick up and enjoy for 30 seconds without feeling the need to make a 10 or 20-minute commitment.
PSP 05/15/2007 6.6 5.0
Hard to Be a God
Hard to be a God has some solid story elements that are shaded by an old-style presentation
PC 03/17/2008 7.5 7.5
Hard Truck: Apocalypse
This truck crashes and burns.
PC 07/14/2006 4.5 4.4
Hardwood Solitaire III
Begin playing this collection of Solitaire games at your own risk, as hours will literally go by.
PC 02/11/2003 8.0 8.0
Harlem Globetrotters World Tour
Released 20 years too late, Harlem Globetrotters is a bore and a technological mess
GBA 12/28/2006 2.7 2.7
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Wait a second, videogames based on movies aren’t supposed to be this fun.
GC 12/02/2002 8.8 7.7
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets looks good and plays well, but seems targeted for younger players
PC 11/23/2002 7.5 7.3
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Fans of Harry Potter will enjoy this game, but the rest of the crowd may want to pass.
GBA 11/26/2002 7.2 7.0
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
A well-crafted adventure game with plenty of spirit, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is a highly satisfying game that will be loved by gamers of all ages. 
XB 11/23/2002 8.8 7.9
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Everyone’s favorite bespectacled little mage is back in a solid and fun 3–D action title for the PS2.
PS2 11/23/2002 9.0 7.6
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harry and his friends are a lot more active this time around, but all that fighting doesn’t leave much room for exploration
GC 11/28/2005 7.5 6.9
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Need more magic this season than Saint Nick can provide? How about a different kind of magic—with more urgent situations?
XB 12/09/2005 7.5 7.3
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Ok muggles, grab your wands, and prove yourself to compete in the Tri-Wizard tournament
PC 11/28/2005 8.0 7.3
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
A super-solid adventure with hours of replay value
GBA 11/28/2005 7.7 6.8
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Is it magic or just another game? Harry and his friends come home on the PlayStation 2
PS2 12/05/2005 7.1 7.1
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
When all is said and done, Goblet of Fire for the PSP might not be a great Harry Potter game but it’s a worthwhile game to own if you’re a hardcore fan of the books and movies
PSP 12/05/2005 7.8 7.0
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Surprising at every turn
NDS 11/23/2005 8.0 6.7
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix culminates as an imperfect adventure but is still very much a journey worth taking
360 08/23/2007 7.8 6.7
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has a few faults, but is otherwise a solid gaming experience
PS3 06/29/2007 8.0 6.7
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
The PSP version of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix just doesn’t quite cast a favorable spell to make this a passing grade at Hogworts
PSP 07/06/2007 6.8 4.9
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
About as much fun as getting cursed
NDS 07/16/2007 5.3 4.5
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Ok, I’ve found your gargoyle, mopped the floor and retrieved all your potion ingredients. What do you mean, you need something else?!? What do I look like, Harry the Handyman?
WII 07/16/2007 8.0 6.8
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry’s third PC outing falls short with simplistic easy gameplay and won’t hold fans’ attention for too long.
PC 06/29/2004 6.5 6.6
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban has all the makings of a classic Harry Potter game but it just doesn’t quite make the grade. 
XB 06/24/2004 6.8 6.4
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and friends return for an all-new adventure at Hogwarts in “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” from Electronic Arts.
PS2 06/21/2004 9.0 7.0
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
A really fun romp in Harry's world!
GBA 07/01/2004 7.5 6.9
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Harry Potter conjures up some new magic with an old game with “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” for the Xbox.
XB 12/21/2003 8.0 5.8
Harry Potter Sorcerer's Stone
Harry loses a little polish the second time around.
GC 01/02/2004 7.0 5.5
Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup
Quidditch on the PC? Only if you use a gamepad
PC 11/17/2003 8.1 6.7
Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup
Harry Potter and friends take to the sky in Quiddich World Cup.
PS2 11/11/2003 8.2 6.9
Harvest Moon DS
Now you can pet your animals!
NDS 10/30/2006 9.2 6.6
Harvest Moon: A Wonderful Life
You are my wife, goodbye city life!
GC 04/09/2004 8.3 8.3
Harvest Moon: Another Wonderful Life
Girls just wanna have fun on the farm!
GC 08/12/2005 8.3 7.7
Harvest Moon: Boy & Girl
Still unique and oddly enjoyable, Harvest Moon: Boy & Girl might not be as perfect as the console games but it’s still just as interesting on the PSP
PSP 08/16/2007 7.0 6.4
Harvest Moon: Friends of Mineral Town
An addictive simulation for the whole family, expect to spend some significant time with this one!
GBA 12/08/2003 8.5 8.0
Harvest Moon: Magic Melody
Hey, I like the way you cook, yeah!
GC 04/26/2006 8.5 7.8
Harvest Moon: More Friends of Mineral Town
Another addictive and enjoyable Harvest Moon game, More Friends of Mineral Town is a good time at the old farm
GBA 08/05/2005 8.9 8.4
Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Law
All of your favorite characters from the Adult Swim show appear in the wacky Harvey Birdman game for the PS2
PS2 01/22/2008 7.1 6.1
Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Law
Taking a page out of Phoenix Wright’s book, Harvey and friends star in a legal point-and-click for the Wii
WII 01/31/2008 7.5 5.9
Haunting Ground
Haunting Ground is an interesting entry in the survival horror genre
PS2 05/27/2005 7.0 6.9
Haven: Call Of The King
It’s a shooter, it’s a racer, it’s a platformer – no, it’s Haven!
PS2 12/18/2002 7.8 6.6
HAZE
On paper, Haze had all the makings of a PS3-exclusive classic but, thanks to poor execution, it just doesn’t have what it takes to be a fun first-person shooter or a good game in general.
PS3 05/22/2008 5.5 5.6
HeadHunter: Redemption
Headhunter: Redemption is the type of game that will hook you in despite its far too numerous faults. 
PS2 10/01/2004 7.2 6.2
Hearts of Iron
Welcome to World War II, pick your country, pick your alliances, march to triumph or defeat, and alter history forever.
PC 12/16/2002 7.5 7.6
Hearts of Iron 2
More strategy than your brain can handle!
PC 01/05/2005 8.7 8.6
Hearts of Iron 2: DOOMSDAY
Strategy lovers rejoice!
PC 04/06/2006 8.6 7.7
Hearts of Iron Platinum
Live through the grand scope of World War II.
PC 09/14/2004 8.6 8.1
Heatseeker
I almost forgot I owned a PS2
PS2 06/19/2007 5.7 5.4
Heatseeker
High speed, high flying air combat that may leave you feeling a bit empty
WII 05/21/2007 6.0 5.4
Heaven & Hell
The battle between good and evil arrives on the PC … which side are you on?
PC 09/30/2003 6.4 4.8
Heavenly Sword
Heavenly Sword bears strong similarities, in terms of story, to God of War, but it outshines that title with incredibly characterizations and tantalizing graphics
PS3 08/30/2007 8.8 8.1
Hegemonia: The Legions of Iron
Hegemonia will stun you with its graphics, then challenge you mentally with its gameplay
PC 12/03/2002 8.9 7.8
Hellgate: London
Demons, monsters, zombies and more in the merry old land of tea and crumpets
PC 11/20/2007 7.1 6.6
Hello Kitty Roller Rescue
Hello Kitty rolls into action with this 3D platformer
GC 08/17/2005 7.5 6.4
Herbie Rescue Rally
Herbie: Rescue Rally is a mesh of solid mechanics, fun levels, and kart-style vehicular combat
NDS 03/30/2007 7.9 7.6
Heretic Kingdoms: The Inquisition
Heretic Kingdoms: The Inquisition offers decent ideas within the realm of limited maps and slightly dated graphics
PC 04/20/2005 7.3 7.7
Heroes of Annihilated Empires
While HoAE is a decent enough RTS, it does little to separate itself from the current crop of strategy games.
PC 12/06/2006 7.0 6.2
Heroes of Mana
RTS gaming in your pocket
NDS 08/20/2007 7.4 6.4
Heroes of Might & Magic V
The return of Heroes of Might and Magic is indeed magical
PC 06/12/2006 8.0 8.0
Heroes of Might and Magic IV: Winds of War Expansion Pack
"The Third installment of the popular HOMM4 series is here, with some award winning maps that came from us …the players!"
PC 03/16/2003 7.5 6.4
Heroes of the Pacific
Heroes of the Pacific has a few flaws but is entertaining and somewhat addictive
PC 12/15/2005 8.0 7.2
Heroes of the Pacific
One of the most satisfying air combat games you’ll find, Heroes of the Pacific might not be unique but it sure is quite a blast to fly these unfriendly skies
XB 10/20/2005 8.0 7.2
Heroes of the Pacific
Aviation is the proof that given the will, we have the capacity to achieve the impossible
PS2 10/31/2005 7.6 7.1
Hexic Deluxe
Another bejeweled puzzler has entered the arena, but will it glimmer brightly amongst the other same-themed treasures? 
PC 03/19/2007 5.5 7.1
Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi: Genie & the Amp
Animated J-pop starlets meet sidescrolling brawler with mixed results
NDS 07/10/2006 6.1 4.8
Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi: Kaznapped!
Side-scrolling action/adventure meets high-flying space shooter
GBA 11/28/2005 7.8 7.8
Hidden & Dangerous 2
“Aside from a few bugs and gameplay issues, Hidden & Dangerous 2 is a vast improvement over its predecessor.”
PC 11/04/2003 8.3 7.3
High Heat Major League Baseball 2004
“While fans of the series and people looking for deep and engaging franchise and career modes will probably be disappointed, anyone looking for a quick and easy arcade-exhibition baseball game will enjoy High Heat 2004 for a while.”
PC 04/01/2003 7.0 6.4
High Heat Major League Baseball 2004
The heat is definitely on and baseball fanatics will surely appreciate the improvements High Heat Major League Baseball 2004 showcases this season.  
PS2 03/09/2003 8.5 8.3
High Heat Major League Baseball 2004
High Heat Major League Baseball 2004 re-introduces some nice elements, but lacks the graphical power of its competition
XB 03/26/2003 7.3 7.9
High School Musical: Makin’ The Cut!
It is surprisingly fun, and a must have for your High School Musical fan
NDS 08/31/2007 7.3 7.1
High School: Sing It! Musical with Microphone
A fun, but entirely too short experience for your High School Musical fan
WII 11/27/2007 6.5 6.6
High Velocity Bowling
High Velocity Bowling is a PSN download that works well in some areas, but crashes the foul line in others
PS3 01/10/2008 6.8 7.2
Highland Warriors
While it’s loading, paint your face half blue, put on your kilt, grab your 6 foot sword, and yell “Freedom”, cause you’re William Wallace.
PC 02/03/2003 7.5 6.2
Hip Hop eJay 4
Planning a career in the Hip Hop industry? Hip Hop eJay 4 can help.
PC 01/18/2004 8.6 8.6
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
Any gamer could appreciate Hitman 2’s high-quality gameplay, its marvelous soundtrack and its good voice-acting.
GC 07/26/2003 9.0 8.7
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is ultra violence at its most satisfying with a rich story that will have you cheering for Agent 47 every blood soaked step of the way. 
XB 10/21/2002 8.9 8.7
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
To kill or not to kill….what a stupid question!
PS2 10/25/2002 8.9 8.6
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
"Hitman 2 presents an adventure through the eyes of a professional hitman -
PC 11/18/2002 9.3 8.8
Hitman Blood Money
Killing is nothing personal, it's just business
PC 07/05/2006 8.5 8.2
Hitman Blood Money
Hitman: Blood Money for Xbox might not be a revolutionary step into new territory but it’s still a wickedly enjoyable romp that is sure to please longtime fans of the series
XB 06/12/2006 8.5 8.2
Hitman Blood Money
Ah, the cool ruthlessness of Agent 47, perfect for some late evening gaming
PS2 07/17/2006 8.6 8.1
Hitman Blood Money
Without some bothersome programming issues holding him back, Agent 47 manages to pull off the hit we all knew he was capable of
360 07/11/2006 8.2 8.0
Hitman Trilogy
The Hitman Trilogy is the perfect set for anyone who hasn’t experienced these three classic games the first time around
PS2 07/02/2007 9.5 9.5
Hitman: Code Name 47
Action and strategy power Eidos Interactive’s Hitman Codename 47.
PC 12/14/2000 7.0 7.1
Hitman: Contracts
When you kill for money, there are no rules
PC 05/02/2004 8.7 7.2
Hitman: Contracts
Hitman Contracts is a glance back and a look forward in a PS2 title that does not advance the series but maintains the momentum
PS2 04/26/2004 8.5 8.3
Hitman: Contracts
While Contracts offers up some improved graphics and new levels, the gameplay remains untouched.
XB 05/05/2004 8.0 8.0
Homeworld 2
One of the best space RTS games ever?
PC 09/25/2003 9.4 8.5
Homie Rollerz
Homie Rollerz is a text book lesson in horrible game design
NDS 03/07/2008 3.0 2.5
Honeycomb Beat
The most satisfying puzzle game since Tetris DS
NDS 04/06/2007 8.5 5.9
Horse Life
Horse Life is the ultimate in horse training simulations
NDS 12/20/2007 7.5 7.3
Horsez
All the fun of cleaning the stable-- without the smell!
NDS 01/11/2007 5.6 4.9
Hoshigami Remix
A decent addition to the DS’s small but growing selection of tactical RPGs
NDS 07/10/2007 6.8 5.7
Hot Brain
Your brain is on fire! Wait, that doesn’t sound healthy
PSP 07/02/2007 7.0 6.2
HOT PIXEL
As a fan of WarioWare-styled mini-games, it’s hard for me to recommend a game like Hot Pixel for the PSP that somehow makes this collection of games feel more like chores
PSP 10/10/2007 5.0 6.1
Hot Shots Golf Fore!
Everything that's great about video games, without the calories!
PS2 08/30/2004 9.0 8.0
Hot Shots Golf Open Tee
This is the reason I got a PSP!
PSP 05/16/2005 8.8 8.3
Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2
Open for business, and business is good.
PSP 06/16/2008 8.5 8.2
Hot Shots Golf: Out of Bounds
Hot Shots: Out of Bounds puts together solid multiplayer elements for a grand time on the links
PS3 03/13/2008 8.8 8.3
Hot Shots Tennis
The series known for its rule-bending golf franchise comes to tennis with mainstream gameplay, slightly hardcore challenges, and an excellent shot aiming system
PS2 07/18/2007 8.0 7.0
Hot Wheels Stunt Track Challenge
The plastic orange tracks of our youth are long gone. We now get to virtual-race our fancy painted cars in loops, curves and bone-jarring stunt racing.
XB 12/18/2004 6.0 6.1
Hot Wheels Stunt Track Challenge
Hot Wheels has always been about the tricks on the extreme tracks that everyone is familiar with, but these stunts aren't the same.
GBA 12/13/2004 6.3 5.6
Hot Wheels Stunt Track Challenge
These wheels are anything but hot
PS2 12/06/2004 5.9 6.1
Hot Wheels Ultimate Racing
Intensely fast, jaw-dropping gameplay in the palm of your hand
PSP 07/16/2007 8.0 6.6
Hot Wheels Velocity X
For all the cool things Maximum Justice has to offer, the gameplay doesn't deliver a very fulfilling racing experience.
PS2 12/17/2002 4.5 5.4
Hot Wheels World Race
Arcade style fun for kids of all ages.
GC 12/02/2003 7.5 6.0
Hot Wheels World Race
Racing your Hot Wheels just got a bit more interactive yet oddly not engaging as playing with the real things.
PS2 12/08/2003 7.4 6.5
Hot Wheels World Race
Hot Wheels World Race is an average arcade racer
PC 12/29/2003 7.0 7.0
Hot Wheels: All Out
A decent racer for the kid who’s new to the GBA or has yet to upgrade to the DS
GBA 12/28/2006 6.7 6.7
Hot Wheels: Velocity X
Hot Wheels Velocity X provides a pretty decent and challenging title, even with some control and length issues here and there.
GBA 12/01/2002 7.4 5.0
Hotel Dusk: Room 215
Get drawn in to this sketchbook noir adventure.
NDS 05/31/2007 8.9 7.9
Hour of Victory
If anything, Hour of Victory feels unfinished and plagued with enough bugs to cripple the action in the worst way
360 07/10/2007 4.9 3.6
House of the Dead 2
House of the Dead 2 boils the FPS genre down to its basics
PC 08/10/2001 6.5 6.3
Hover Ace
Hover Ace looks good but is basically a joystick racing/combat game
PC 07/30/2003 7.3 7.3
Hoyle Casino 2004
Hoyle Casino offers an entertaining escape for those looking to blow some money at the casino.
PC 10/24/2003 7.4 7.4
Hoyle Casino 2006
Hoyle Casino 2006 is more of an ante up, then a raise’em
PC 08/23/2005 7.5 7.0
Hoyle Casino 2008
Hoyle Casino 2008 is pretty much a re-issue of the franchise with some minor upgrades
PC 11/25/2007 5.5 5.5
Hoyle Casino Empire
Sierra’s Casino Empire rakes in the chips in the realm of management/tycoon games
PC 09/30/2002 8.4 7.0
Hoyle Majestic Chess
Hoyle Majestic Chess provides players with an excellent version of Chess, and with a unique twist.
PC 08/30/2003 8.6 8.1
Hoyle Puzzle Games 2004
Hoyle Puzzles Games offers a large collection of puzzle games that might have some players looking for other ways to play.
PC 10/29/2003 6.6 6.6
HUGO - The Evil Mirror
Mirror, mirror on the wall...
GBA 04/18/2005 6.6 6.2
Hunter: The Reckoning
Fans of nonstop slicing-and-dicing action will enjoy slaughtering the hordes of persistent undead in Interplay’s Hunter: The Reckoning.
GC 12/27/2002 8.0 7.6
Hunter: The Reckoning - Redeemer
Hunter: The Reckoning Redeemer is a worthy sequel to a fun game filled to the brim with enjoyable action and a multiplayer option that will have you and your friends happily busy. 
XB 11/13/2003 8.5 7.3
Hunter: The Reckoning Wayward
Wayward is a truly entertaining and addictive gruesome action game and a perfect sequel to the original. 
PS2 09/22/2003 8.3 7.1
Hunting Unlimited 2
The ridiculously slow-paced gameplay will turn off many, but if you're a patient hunter, you may find a lot to like.
PC 10/18/2003 7.0 7.0
HyperSonic Xtreme (HSX)
While certainly fast and furious, HyperSonic Xtreme lacks both innovation and fun that other games in this class has shown before it. 
PS2 02/09/2003 5.5 4.5