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Best GameCube Game
In considering this category, we weigh all of a game's various accomplishments and consider everything from its technical merits and its story to its lasting value and its impact on the industry, though of course the sheer level of fun and entertainment the game provides is what ends up being the most important consideration. As such, we narrowed down our Best GameCube Game contenders to the following:
| F-Zero GXPublisher: Nintendo  "If you want a light-speed racer that looks and plays sharply while simultaneously offering some dramatic challenges, F-Zero GX is exactly what you're looking for." - Jeff Gerstmann, from GameSpot's Full Review |
| IkarugaPublisher: Atari "Anyone who appreciates what makes a truly great game should be able to recognize Ikaruga for its elegant design, aesthetic beauty, and sheer challenge." - Greg Kasavin, from GameSpot's Full Review |
| The Legend of Zelda: The Wind WakerPublisher: Nintendo "The Wind Waker is a strong achievement in every way, from its stunning graphical presentation to its tight control and interesting story line." - Jeff Gerstmann, from GameSpot's Full Review |
| Prince of Persia: The Sands of TimePublisher: Ubisoft "Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time can be recommended wholeheartedly. It looks fantastic and features responsive controls, some original play mechanics, a good story, and plenty of thrilling adventure." - Greg Kasavin, from GameSpot's Full Review |
| Viewtiful JoePublisher: Capcom "Viewtiful Joe deftly delivers a fantastic look while also adding a really great series of unique gameplay twists that make it much, much better than the average side-scrolling action game." - Jeff Gerstmann, from GameSpot's Full Review |
