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For a while he was wanting and getting games that he either beat in a day and half or didnt like after trying. With this magazine he can read up on the games and see if it will really be swomething he will like. And so can I... He can show me the games he wants and after I read the reviews and the rating I will have an idea if it is an age appropreate game. I think that is worth the subscription price.

There is alot of advertising in this magazine but no more, and perhaps less than in some other magazines he reads. I guess you just cant get away from the marketing...

I think that this magazine has saved me money in the long run. I don't find I am buying games for my son anymore that he doesn't like right after getting them... He also knows what is coming out in the future and can save money for them..or put them on a wish list for birthdays, etc.


Entertaining, accessible, and reliable   June 7, 2002
9 out of 9 found this review helpful

GamePro is very product-focused--you'll see the biggest coverage of most games just as they're about to hit stores, which makes sense (that's when they matter most to consumers, at the point of purchase). The reviews are detailed enough to justify the scores but not long-winded or self-indulgent the way many websites are. GamePro also features strategies (a dying breed) and plenty of codes each issue. They're also the only mag to do a consumer advocacy column (Buyers Beware), a semi-regular arcade report, and they've had an online gaming column for about five years--how's that for ahead of the curve?

One of the things I like best is that GamePro doesn't print rumors. I know that if I read it in GP, it's substantiated; I don't get that vibe from many of the other mags, who like to fill space with gossip coluns and pass it off as fact. Nor does GamePro cover non-game stuff (DVD reviews, new CD releases, pseudo-celebrity profiles) and call it content the way OPM, EGM, and just about all other mags seem to do lately. If it's in GamePro, it's because it has relevance to GAMES. As a result, I feel like I'm getting my money's worth as a gamer.

Some folks are turned off by GamePro's bright colors and use of cartoon characters for editors; I don't think it's a problem, because it's enterataining and nobody's hiding behind those animated faces. The GP editors are unusually accessible--they answer their email personally and show up on public websites/game servers all the time, and I've seen them discuss exactly how their magazine works on their website with their biggest fans and harshest critics alike. I don't know of any other game mag that does that, let alone one so successful. Never mind the animated faces--if you're looking for editorial accountability, you can't do better than that.

Bottom line, GamePro's earned my trust.


Great information....and affordable.   May 9, 2004
Jewels (Minnesota)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

One thing that I like about GamePro magazine is the un-bias reviews. They do not review a game such as Final Fantasy always with good reviews just because of the fan base. They are honest with their opinions and review each game singally for what it is and don't just call it "Good" just because the sequels or prequels are good.
Some may argue that it is not as good of a magazine because it talks about all the systems even ones you may not have. Well, I find that to be inspiring to buy new systems and it also shows that GamePro doesn't say the game is good, just based on the system.

I sometimes have problems with magazines such as Nintendo Power, Playstation, ect...not because they are bad magazines, but because their opinions seemed to be based on advertising. Of course Nintendo Power is going to say good things about a Nintendo game...that's what the magazine is about, and if Nintendo Power would say something bad about a Gamecube or GBA game, it definately would not be a good one to buy.
With GamePro on the other hand, you get real opinions. It is a magazine for all systems.
There are special sections for several types of games, RPG, sports, ect. They include Previews, Reviews, and a chart to show their ratings based on a 5 point review.
The artwork and color inside is great and shows good pictures from the games. Information is interesting, updated, and the reviewers are very good writers.

It's a truthfull magazine with great information, pictures, and definately affordable. I paid $19.95 for my first subscription and renewed it for $12.00, so that's a great deal!


Best Multi-Platform Magazine out there!!!!   November 9, 2001
9 out of 11 found this review helpful

This magazine contains every platform, including upcoming games for the computer. It gives great reviews and advice. And the previews that it gives out are awsome and very helpful.


GamePro Rocks   February 8, 2002
John (Castro Valley)
9 out of 11 found this review helpful

GamePro is a great magazine. They've got lots of screenshots with their reviews. I really like the way they give you four ratings. One for graphics, one for sound, one for control, and one for fun factor. They do a great job making the content fun and exciting. Everytime I read their magazine I'm ready to play.