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Developer: Nintendo
What Makes it Great: Stunningly
Beautiful Graphics, Classic Zelda Gameplay, Fluid Controls,
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Since the debut of The Legend of Zelda in 1987, all of Link's games
have been the stuff of legends - universally appealing adventures
that emerged as triumphs of gameplay, presentation,
innovation, graphics and fun. IGN Cube writes, "Wind Waker is a masterful achievement - a shining example, in
fact, of how videogames should be made. Simply put, this is one of
the best games in the last few years and one of the most compelling
reasons to pick up a GameCube immediately if you don't already own
one."
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Developer: Rare Ltd.
What Makes it Great: Incredibly
Beautiful and Detailed Graphics, Engaging Storyline, Near
Flawless Controls |
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The reflective and
reactive water surfaces are among the most beautiful we've ever
seen. Well detailed levels, dynamic lighting effects, and numerous
bump-mapped surfaces - not to mention blades of grass that sway in
the wind - bring SFA's environment to life in ways unseen in
most other games. The title's controls are fluid and well laid out
in a scheme reminiscent of Ocarina of Time.
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Developer: Nintendo EAD
What Makes it Great: Beautiful
& Unique Graphics, Innovative Water Backpack, Many Hours of
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Overall, Super Mario Sunshine can be viewed as Mario 64 taken to the
next level in every possible respect. The new environments of
Dolphic Island in addition to Mario's water backpack create an
entirely new feel to the Mario experience.
The truly defining aspect of Super Mario Sunshine's is
unquestionably Mario's new water backpack, named F.L.U.D.D. Like the special suits
and hats of earlier Mario games, the
inventive devise adds an entirely new dynamic to Mario's adventure
and allows for many new gameplay elements.
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Fighting |
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Developer: Hal Laboratories
What Makes it Great: Many Modes
of Play, Lots of Secrets to Unlock, Up to 4 Players, Beautifully
Rendered Characters, Incredible Variety of Nintendo Tunes |
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Super Smash Bros. Melee is the sequel
to the
smash hit for the N64. IGN Cube described this game best, "Melee is a fantastic sequel and an amazing
fighter. If you consider yourself a Nintendo fan – even just a
little, this is a virtual treasure of a game that simply mustn't be
passed up. This has become and will likely become one of my favorite
GameCube titles of all-time. It's that good." With many modes
of play and lots of secrets to unlock, Melee would stand on its own as
a fantastic single player game. However, Melee's incredible
multi-player offerings truly set the game apart. GameSpot comments,
"Judged on its own merits, Nintendo's spastic tribute to itself stands quite strong as
one of the most engaging multiplayer games available for any console
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Flight |
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Developer: LucasArts / Factor 5
What Makes it Great: Incredible
Graphics; Over 10 Missions + Secret Levels; Many Ships &
Environments; Intuitive/Addictive Gameplay |
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Think you've got what
it takes to lead the elite Rogue Squadron? Now's your chance to jump
into the cockpit of an X-wing and find out. Next Generation Magazine
writes, "If you're going to buy a GameCube, you're going to want - no,
you're going to need - this game. The incredible graphics, awesome
soundtrack, and gameplay - we actually whooped out loud after we
barely finished one harrowing level - make this the most exciting
experience on GameCube so far." GameCubicle.com strongly
advises any GameCube owners who have yet to buy this title to strongly
consider it for their next purchase. |
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Mature
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Developer: Silicon Knights
What Makes it Great: Massive Storyline; Realistic Graphics;
Startling Insanity Effects; Lengthy Gameplay |
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From beneath the
secrets of time and space, the story of the Eternal Darkness
unfolds, echoed through thirteen chosen souls. Thirteen people,
their fates inextricably entwined with the destiny of the human
race, fight an incomprehensible war against the malignant regime of
the Ancients. GameSpot writes, "Eternal Darkness sets a new standard for the action adventure
genre. Featuring a gripping story that never lets up, inventive
gameplay, sky-high production values, and an attention to detail
that is seldom matched, it's an experience like no other. It's a
must-buy for anyone who appreciates." |
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Developer: Capcom
What Makes it Great: Terrifying Gameplay; Realistic Graphics;
Game Uses 2 Discs; Many New Areas & Enemies |
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Raccoon City, a
secluded mountain community plagued by a storm of vicious attacks,
is completely overrun. Mutant beasts and blood-thirsty zombies
infest the landscape. You are S.T.A.R.S., Special Tactics and Rescue
Squad. Your mission: investigate the ominous mansion at the core of
the horrific disaster. IGN writes, "Resident Evil is stunning, one of the best titles available
for GameCube. It's clear that Capcom has worked overtime to offer
gamers a nearly movie-esque listening environment, and this has paid
off greatly. Stop reading now. Turn your computer off, buy this
game, and enjoy. The wait is over." |
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Party
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Developer: Amusement Vision
What Makes it Great: Incredibly Fun Gameplay,
Humorous Story Mode, 150 New Levels, 12 Minigames, Improved
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Super Monkey Ball 2
replicates exactly what made the original so much fun and then
improves upon the original in almost every possible respect. With an
all new story mode, 150 well-designed new levels and 12 mini-games including
the all new Monkey Tennis, Monkey Baseball,
Monkey Soccer, Monkey Boat Race, Monkey Shot, and
Monkey Dog Fight, there's just too much here for any
GameCube owner to turn down. Gamers.com writes, "With so many so-called party games out there trying so hard to
create a frenetic multiplayer experience, it's almost amazing how
Super Monkey Ball 2 makes it all seem so effortless and manages to
include a compelling single-player game to boot. Fans of the series
will find more to love here..." |
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Racing |
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Developer: Unknown
What Makes it Great: Unknown |
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When the GameCube library
expands, GameCubicle.com will list the finest puzzle titles for the
system here. Please be patient, this section will begin operation soon. |
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Role
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GameCube
Role Playing Game
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Developer: Unknown
What Makes it Great: Unknown |
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When the GameCube library
expands, GameCubicle.com will list the finest puzzle titles for the
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Simulation |
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GameCube
Simulation Game
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Developer: Unknown
What Makes it Great: Unknown |
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When the GameCube library
expands, GameCubicle.com will list the finest puzzle titles for the
system here. Please be patient, this section will begin operation soon. |
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Shooter |
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Developer: Retro Studios
What Makes it Great: Beautiful Art and Graphics;
Extremely Deep and Engaging Gameplay; Chilling Soundtrack; 30+
Game Hours |
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Doing justice to the original, the developers at Retro Studios have
delivered a brand-new Metroid adventure that
comes heavily armed with incredible gameplay, including
first-person adventuring as seen through Samus's combat, scan, and
other high-tech visors. Electronic Gaming Monthly writes, "The best GameCube game yet... Whether you're new to the series
or (especially) if you're an old fan with lofty expectations, Prime
is better than you can imagine. An absolute masterpiece, a modern
classic, and probably the most fun I've ever had playing a
videogame." |
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Developer: Free Radical
What Makes it Great: Immersive Single Player &
Co-Operative Story Mode; Flawless Multiplayer Modes; Advanced
Map-Maker System |
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TimeSplitters 2 was
developed by the minds behind Nintendo 64's GoldenEye and it shows.
The game is easily one of the most brilliant and enjoyable first
person shooters in years. While the traditional story mode is
fantastic, the addition of co-operative story play, an extensive
selection of multiplayer modes, and a mapmaker, make TimeSplitters 2
THE must-own GameCube FPS this year. Matt Casamassina of IGN Cube
writes, "TimeSplitters 2 is one of my favorite home console 3D
first-person shooters to date. It's better than GoldenEye, Perfect
Dark and Turok and ranks right up there with Halo on Xbox." |
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Sports |
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Developer: Tiburon
What Makes it Great: Very Realistic Graphics,
Accurate Player Models, Interesting Announcing, Fine-Tuned
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Madden has always been a
leader in the football game genre and the EA's latest release doesn't disappoint.
EA took the already great Madden NFL 2003 and managed to improve every
aspect of the title in one way or another and thus score a listing in
GameCubicle's Must-Have listing. According to one GameSpot reviewer,
"There's a lot to like about Madden 2003. You'll undoubtedly
enjoy the numerous modes it has to offer, and enough adjustments and
changes have been made to the commentary and the gameplay to warrant
a purchase even if you have last year's game." |
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Developer: Visual Concepts
What Makes it Great: Great Franchise
Mode, Incredible AI, Flawless Presentation, Beautiful
True-to-Life Graphics, Great ESPN Appearance & Commentary |
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Since its first iteration
on Sega Dreamcast, Visual Concepts' NFL 2K series has played with the
best in the genre. With NFL 2K3 takes a greater sim approach than
previous releases and truly gives Madden 2003 a run for its money. IGN
perhaps said it best in their review of NFL2k3, "I didn't think it was possible, but Sega and Visual concepts
have created a football game arguably more feature-rich and detailed
than the legendary Madden. Both games are amazing, but NFL 2K3 is a
nice change of pace if you've been glued to the Madden franchise for
years..." |
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