The brilliance of video and computer games is their hold on our imaginations. No biggie, just plop in Microsoft 's Age of Empires II , and you'll conquer the world by dinnertime. You can fly jet fighters, control every inch of the universe, kill dragons and save damsels, all through the magic of video and computer games.
Action is one of the most popular genres around.
Here's a look at some of the hottest titles. When a simple reconnaissance mission goes awry, Dark uncovers alien races, corrupt corporations and global conspiracies. High-level assassination attempts and cloning of the president of the USA round out the engrossing story line that mixes the best elements of science fiction with counterespionage. Multiplayer modes make this game virtually perfect. For the first time in a console game, players can put in simulants or bots for multiplayer matches.