CNET Game Console Reviews

The latest on game consoles from Sony, Nintendo, Tiger, Microsoft and more.

	Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB) from Sony Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line A handful of notable upgrades from the entry-level model, the 80GB PS3 is superb Blu-ray player and high-definition game console. Read the full editor's review on Sony PlayStation 3 (80GB) (Posted 16-Nov-2007 01:26 PM PST)
	Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB) from Sony Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line While Sony has cut a few corners to get its entry-level PlayStation 3 below $400, it's still a great game console and Blu-ray player for the money--so long as you can live without backward compatibility for PS2 games. Read the full editor's review on Sony PlayStation 3 (40GB) (Posted 09-Nov-2007 09:13 AM PST)
	Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite from Microsoft Corp. Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line While it's neither a must-have upgrade for existing 360 owners nor as feature-packed as the PS3, the Xbox 360 Elite's combination of top-notch gaming and digital media features make it the current game console of choice. Read the full editor's review on Microsoft Xbox 360 Elite (Posted 27-Apr-2007 03:40 PM PDT)
	Nintendo Wii from Nintendo Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line It lacks the graphical prowess and rich media features of the Xbox 360 and the PS3, but the Nintendo Wii's combination of unique motion-sensitive controllers and emphasis on fun gameplay make the ultra-affordable console hard to resist. Read the full editor's review on Nintendo Wii (Posted 13-Nov-2006 01:52 PM PST)
	Sony PlayStation 3 (60GB) from Sony Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The high-end Sony PlayStation 3's larger hard drive and ability to play PS2 games makes it a worthwhile alternative to the cheaper model--so long as you're willing to wait several months for the more promising exclusive titles to hit store shelves. If backward compatibility is your top priority, this hard-to-find model may be worth the search. Read the full editor's review on Sony PlayStation 3 (60GB) (Posted 13-Nov-2006 12:12 PM PST)
	Atari Flashback 2 from Atari, Inc. Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The Atari Flashback 2 delivers a genuine Atari 2600 retro gaming experience at an unbeatable price. Read the full editor's review on Atari Flashback 2 (Posted 25-Oct-2006 04:55 PM PDT)
	Sony PSP from Sony Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The Sony PSP elevates portable gaming to the next level, but its multimedia functionality falls short of its full potential. Read the full editor's review on Sony PSP (Posted 23-Mar-2005 08:41 AM PST)
	Sony PlayStation 2 (slim form factor) from Sony Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line Sony's slimmed-down, network-ready PS2 is a welcome update to the world's most popular video game console. Read the full editor's review on Sony PlayStation 2 (slim form factor) (Posted 07-Dec-2004 07:17 PM PST)
	Sony PlayStation 2 from Sony Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The elder statesman of next generation consoles, the PlayStation 2 has the luxury of a year's head start and many solid games. Read the full editor's review on Sony PlayStation 2 (Posted 20-Nov-2001 01:00 PM PST)
	Nintendo GameCube (Black) from Nintendo Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The most affordable of the current game systems, the Nintendo GameCube offers great graphics and good performance but few extras. Read the full editor's review on Nintendo GameCube (Black) (Posted 18-Nov-2001 11:00 AM PST)
	Microsoft Xbox from Microsoft Corp. Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The Xbox is the most versatile console and perfectly complements a home-theater system. Read the full editor's review on Microsoft Xbox (Posted 14-Nov-2001 01:00 PM PST)
	Nintendo Game Boy Advance (Indigo) from Nintendo Price Range: $0.00-0.00 Purchase now online! The Bottom Line The original GBA will still appeal to gamers on a budget, but its lack of illumination is a big drawback. Read the full editor's review on Nintendo Game Boy Advance (Indigo) (Posted 10-Jun-2001 05:00 PM PDT)