NASCAR 2000 - Nintendo 64

In addition to solid controls, NASCAR 2000 sports some impressive collision and damage effects, and makes up for its lack of car modifications by allowing players to change the game's "NASCAR options" to make the gameplay more real or less real. (Regardless of which way you like it, a rumble pack is strongly recommended.) Provided they're not deterred by the limited diversity in the courses--NASCAR tracks are almost exclusively oval-shaped--non-NASCAR fans will find this to be a decent racing game.

Those familiar with the Nintendo 64 version of NASCAR 99 should note that the 2000 edition is virtually the same game. While the PlayStation version introduces several new features--such as "Fantasy Road Courses" to liven up the endless left turns of "official" tracks--the only significant changes here are updated NASCAR statistics and one new track. --Joe Hon

Pros: Solid controls Impressive collision and damage effects Gameplay can be modified to be more real or less real Cons: Bland graphics Little variety in tracks, which tend to be ovals Limited number of opponents in 2-player mode Virtually the same game as its predecessor, NASCAR 99