Bowling

Good news, sports fans! Unlike Spec-Ops--the first PS game to hit the magic price point of $10--Bowling doesn't suck. Granted, there isn't much to see here, just a single lane set in the middle of a pitch-black background. But with a decent number of play options (including a fun multiplayer mode and a special 45-pin stage), an exceptional interface, and lightning-fast load times, it's better than most full-priced PlayStation releases. Believe it or not, this stands second only to Ten Pin Alley as the most entertaining representation of this sport on the console. The package is instantly accessible to gamers and non-gamers alike (your girlfriend and her gal pals will dig it), and doesn't require a multi-tap for four-player action...just a single control pad will do ya. When it comes down to it, a title's lasting appeal is contingent on its gameplay, and that's where Bowling excels. This is the kind of game you'll still pop in your deck and play months after you've plunked down your cash when you have 15 minutes to kill. Well worth it.