Commercial Games      Commercial games for the GP2X are scarce, to say the least. While they were always a part of GPH's vision for the GP2X, this console was never expected to compete with the DS or PSP in terms of commercial games. But that doesn't mean you should write off the ones GP2X does have; in fact, these games are just as good as much of what you'd find on the major consoles.      Like the GP32 before it, GP2X's commercial offerings are available in two ways--boxed or download. The boxed versions tend to be a bit more expensive but include a case, nice instruction manual, and the game on an SD card. Downloaded versions are just the game, but can be loaded onto a SD card you already own (and will only function on the GP2X it was purchased for).      This section will provide you with information about these games as well as providing links to more information and places to purchase these gems. Release: 2006 Developer: Elements Interactive Genre: Shoot-em-up Blazar is a side-scrolling shoot-em-up that is played with the GP2X in a vertical position. The game has multiple bosses, weapon upgrades, powerups, and AI that becomes more intelligent as you progress further in the game. A demo version of Blazar can be downloaded at the link below. The game is available as a download and costs $6.95 USD. To purchase the game, browse to the official website (below) and click the "buy now" button. Note: Screenshot is from the PocketPC version. Demo: Here Website: Here Release: 10/23/06 (KR) Developer: WOW4M Genre: RPG Elsewhere is a 3D RPG for the GP2X. It was originally a cell phone game. A promotional video can be downloaded and viewed here. The game is available for purchase as a download on GPH's Korean site; however, it is not available in any other territories yet. Release: 10/26/06 (KR) Developer: Ent² Genre: Shooter Odonata is a high quality shooter from Ent². The game is available for purchase as a download on GPH's Korean site; however, it is not available in any other territories yet. A demo of Odonata is now available below. Demo: Here Release: December 4, 2006 Developer: Apex Designs Genre: Action Payback from Apex Designs is a classic GTA clone originally released on the Amiga. The GP2X version sports a full 3D engine with a slew of graphical niceties, like headlights and explosion. In fact, Payback is the first game on any handheld console to use HDR lighting (not sure exactly how to explain it, but it seems to be a highly advanced lighting algorithm that had prior only existed on home consoles and PC). Add to that the fact that it comes on a massive 512MB SD card and includes a fully voiced script, support for playing external music files, multiple modes and cities to explore, and you have one heck of a commercial game. Oh, and did I mention it's fun, too? :) But you don't have to believe me. Try it yourself on the fully-playable demo, which can be downloaded below. If you like what you see, buy it from the link below. :) Website: Here Demo: Here Buy it from GP2Xstore.com! Release: 2006 Developer: Elements Interactive Genre: Puzzle Quartz 2 is a puzzle game for the GP2X. It contains addictive gameplay (according to the official site :P), several game modes, powerups (and powerdowns), and other nice features. A demo can be downloaded from the link below. The full version is a download, and costs $6.95 USD. To purchase, click the "buy now" image on the official page. Demo: Here Website: Here Release: 10/20/06 (KR) Developer: ?? Genre: Visual Novel (I think..) Replay4 appears to be a visual novel. The obligatory cute school girls and short, short skirts are included. The game is available for purchase as a download on GPH's Korean site; however, it is not available in any other territories yet. Release: 2006 Developer: Up Multimedia Genre: Real-time strategy Retrovirus RTS is a real-time strategy game for the GP2X. In the game, you're tasked with destroying an alien infection that has taken over three astronauts from the International Space Agency. Developed by Up Multimedia, the game features 22 levels, 3 campaigns, and advanced AI. The game is now available for purchase (as a download). It costs €12 (approximately UK £8, US $15, AUD $20). A demo version is available at the link below, and the full game can be purchased by going to the official website (listed below) and clicking the "buy now" button. Demo: Here Website: Here Release: August 2006 Developer: DZZ Games Genre: Shooter The GP2X's first commercial game, Vektar is an old-school shooter meets next gen graphics from DZZ Games. Originally released as a superb piece of freeware, the game has been expanded with more levels, bosses, and secret levels. Vektar also features a high quality licensed soundtrack. Vektar is available now. Play the freeware, try the demo, and decide if this game's for you. If you like it, you can pick the game up at GP2Xstore.com. Freeware: Here Demo: Here Review: Here, Here Buy it from GP2Xstore.com! Release: July/August 2007 Developer: Yuan Works Genre: Puzzle Wind and Water: Puzzle Battles is an ambitious commercial game from Yuan Works. With very impressive, vibrant graphics and art style and multiple play modes, Wind and Water has the potential of being an excellent commercial offering for the GP2X. A demo can be downloaded below. If you like it, preordering has begun at the website below. All preorders will include custom-made sprite of yourself for use in W&W! Preorders are US$20, which is about €16 or £10. Demo: Here W&W website: Here Developer's website: Here In Development (AKA games I won't make a full entry for until I actually know they're coming out... :)  Legends of Idhuriel  Archon Fields  Gold Mine  Burokku  Rapid Raccoon  Super Plusha 2