Sports Games

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

Platform: iOS
December 23, 2009
The official WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 game on your iPhone! Create your own Superstar from the ground up and rise from obscurity to legendary fame as you face the Superstars of SmackDown, Raw and ECW. Adjust your Superstar’s appearance, unlock new clothes, accessories, tattoos and signature moves, boost his fighting capabilities and show the crowd what you’re made of! Additionally, adopt the role of your favorite WWE Superstar and enter customizable Exhibition matches for some quick action. Have YOU got what it takes to become a Superstar? • Features 11 real-life Superstars from Raw, SmackDown and ECW. • Compete in 6 WWE arenas, including the legendary WrestleMania. • Visible on-screen Action Icons keep you aware of your options at any point in the game. • Create-a-Superstar – and develop him further as new options become gradually unlocked. • Comprehensive Career Mode with an easy entry coupled with constantly expanding options and choice. ------------ For games that really rock (and roll and shake) check out www.youtube.com/thqwireless and http://iphone.thqwireless.com Other games by THQ Wireless: PASS THE PIGS – A dice game with a difference! STAR WARS THE FORCE UNLEASHED – iPhone version of the hugely successful console game. DE BLOB – Paint the town Red, Blue, or Green. iPhone version of the best selling Wii game STAR WARS SOUND BOARD – The best sound bites from your favourite Star Wars characters! INDIANA JONES SOUND BOARD – The best sound bites from the world’s greatest action hero! SUPER FRUITFALL – Match-3, screen tilting puzzle fun! CHOP SUSHI – One of the best puzzle, match-3 games on the iPhone and iPod Touch WWE LEGENDS – Relive, rewrite or redefine the greatest moments in WWE History PET VET - Animal lover’s dream – care for all creatures great and small with no vets fees! UP! – The official game of the Disney.Pixar motion picture TREASURE GRAB – A maze chase game of stealing everything INDIANA JONES AND THE LOST PUZZLES - Indiana Jones’ first ever puzzle adventure!
Metascore:
42
User Score:
tbd
Football Manager Handheld 2010

Football Manager Handheld 2010

Platform: PSP
December 22, 2009
Improved Match Engine - massively update AI making the engine more realistic than ever. A brand new skin - giving the game a fresh and vibrant new look. Improved Board Confidence - a complete overhaul to allow the better visibility on how the board views your performance as well as providing feedback on any decisions made. Improved coach and scout reports - it is now possible to view scout reports for individual players from their profiles. Assistant manager team reports - you can now see what your assistant manager thinks of your team, and any suggested improvements he would make. Unlockable managerial abilities - Acquire new abilities as your reputation improves such as the ability to over-rule requests made by the board. New player comparison screens - compare players within your squad or with future transfer targets. Player testimonial matches - players now receive a testimonial game to reward loyalty and long-service to a club. [Sega]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.4
Skater Nation

Skater Nation

Platform: iOS
November 26, 2009
Rule your board in Skater Nation and experience skateboarding in a way no other iPhone or iPod touch game can offer! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- A WORLD OF POSSIBILITES Ride freely through an enormous 3D city and just have fun in the 10 different environments including beaches, residential areas and a skate park! BE YOUR OWN SKATER Pick from 8 different skaters, each with their own unique animations and style. Then make the board your own at the Skate Shop where you can purchase a selection of 10 different decks, trucks and wheels. ALL THE RIGHT MOVES Every location is jam packed with ramps, pipes and posts for you to perform your arsenal of tricks on. Show off your ollies, 360 flips, nose grabs and more! More than 30 tricks are available! SHOW OFF YOUR GREATNESS Ever perform the most amazing trick and wish somebody was there to see? Save your replay and upload it to YouTube and discuss them on skaternationgame.com, then dare your friends to do better. Connect to Gameloft LIVE! and chat with your friends or show off your unlocked trophies. LIVE BY THE BOARD Enter the Career mode to discover challenges waiting for you throughout the city. Become part of a story that puts you in the middle of the skateboarding world. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Become a fan of Gameloft on Facebook: gameloft.com/facebook Follow Gameloft on Twitter: twitter.com/gameloft www.skaternationgame.com Other Gameloft games you may like: Let’s Golf!, Real Tennis 2009, Gangstar, NFL 2010, Asphalt 5, Real Soccer 2010, Real Tennis 2009. Coming soon: James Cameron's Avatar, N.O.V.A. - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, Driver, Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. Published and distributed by Gameloft.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Your Shape Featuring Jenny McCarthy

Your Shape Featuring Jenny McCarthy

Platform: Wii
November 24, 2009
Your Shape is the first fitness game that comes with a camera peripheral included inside the box. Featuring Ubisoft's proprietary Body Tracking technology, the game scans your body and then project the image onto the TV, creating a personalized and interactive workout. Based on your specific body shape analysis, fitness level and personal goals, Your Shape is able to recommend the workout program that is best suited for you. The game also features a virtual coach that provides verbal and visual feedback on all of your movements, ensuring that each minute invested achieves maximum results. Always by your side, the coach motivates you to reach your goals. Because Your Shape has more exercises than any other fitness game, the workout routine is always fresh and exciting. Best of all, Your Shape allows you to get these benefits without holding a controller, leaving your hands free to incorporate any equipment that you may already own, without any excess bands or straps. The camera and Body Tracking technology follow your progress, showing you the tangible results of your hard work. [Ubisoft]
Metascore:
62
User Score:
5.2
Madden NFL Arcade

Madden NFL Arcade

Platform: Xbox 360
November 24, 2009
[Xbox Live Arcade] Feel the excitement of the NFL with a fun, fast-paced, 5-on-5 football experience. Madden NFL Arcade for brings the 10 best players from each of the 32 NFL teams on offense and defense together to battle it out on the gridiron. No penalties, no clock, just pure adrenaline, as each team has four downs to march 60 yards downfield for the score. Madden NFL Arcade takes everything you love about your favorite NFL stars and stadiums and brings them to life in a fun, high-scoring gridiron battle! [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
66
User Score:
4.8
Madden NFL Arcade

Madden NFL Arcade

Platform: PlayStation 3
November 24, 2009
[Playstation Network] Feel the excitement of the NFL with a fun, fast-paced, 5-on-5 football experience. Madden NFL Arcade for brings the 10 best players from each of the 32 NFL teams on offense and defense together to battle it out on the gridiron. No penalties, no clock, just pure adrenaline, as each team has four downs to march 60 yards downfield for the score. Madden NFL Arcade takes everything you love about your favorite NFL stars and stadiums and brings them to life in a fun, high-scoring gridiron battle! [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
60
User Score:
6.8
Stoked: Big Air Edition

Stoked: Big Air Edition

Platform: Xbox 360
November 23, 2009
Stoked, which has the highest Metacritic score of any advanced-generation snowboarding game, is now faster, bigger, easier to control, and even more gorgeous in Stoked: Big Air Edition. New features include racing, marked trails that make it easy to find great runs, lots of park objects to use for tricks, two new mountains, better visuals, and faster and smoother riding. [Destineer]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.7
EA Sports Active More Workouts

EA Sports Active More Workouts

Platform: Wii
November 17, 2009
Visit a tropical resort and blast those abs in EA Sports Active: More Workouts.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
Tony Hawk Ride

Tony Hawk Ride

Platform: PlayStation 3
November 17, 2009
Players can experience skateboarding like never before in Tony Hawk: RIDE. For the first time, players have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the #1 best-selling action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience. Tony Hawk: RIDE features a wireless skateboard controller designed in conjunction with the game to offer a dynamic gaming experience built from the ground up. Using a combination of accelerometers and motion sensors, the intuitive controller allows players to physically control the action by performing various movements and gestures on the board that directly translate into amazing tricks in the game. Without complex button combinations or analog sticks, gamers of all skill levels can literally step on the board and play! [Activision]
Metascore:
44
User Score:
2.0
Tony Hawk Ride

Tony Hawk Ride

Platform: Xbox 360
November 17, 2009
Players can experience skateboarding like never before in Tony Hawk: RIDE. For the first time, players have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the #1 best-selling action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience. Tony Hawk: RIDE features a wireless skateboard controller designed in conjunction with the game to offer a dynamic gaming experience built from the ground up. Using a combination of accelerometers and motion sensors, the intuitive controller allows players to physically control the action by performing various movements and gestures on the board that directly translate into amazing tricks in the game. Without complex button combinations or analog sticks, gamers of all skill levels can literally step on the board and play! [Activision]
Metascore:
46
User Score:
3.0
Tony Hawk Ride

Tony Hawk Ride

Platform: Wii
November 17, 2009
Players can experience skateboarding like never before in Tony Hawk: RIDE. For the first time, players have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the #1 best-selling action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience. Tony Hawk: RIDE features a wireless skateboard controller designed in conjunction with the game to offer a dynamic gaming experience built from the ground up. Using a combination of accelerometers and motion sensors, the intuitive controller allows players to physically control the action by performing various movements and gestures on the board that directly translate into amazing tricks in the game. Without complex button combinations or analog sticks, gamers of all skill levels can literally step on the board and play! [Activision]
Metascore:
47
User Score:
4.3
NCAA Basketball 10

NCAA Basketball 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
November 16, 2009
NCAA Basketball 10 brings the emotion, intensity, and spirit of college basketball by capturing every detail in the stadium, from cheerleaders and mascots to wild crowds and real NCAA Basketball announcers. NCAA Basketball 10 builds on a new game engine introduced last year, refining and improving core gameplay functions, and adding more depth to the popular 'styles of play' and 'set your tempo' features, making NCAA Basketball 10 a strategic and entirely unique basketball gameplay experience. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.7
NCAA Basketball 10

NCAA Basketball 10

Platform: Xbox 360
November 16, 2009
NCAA Basketball 10 brings the emotion, intensity, and spirit of college basketball by capturing every detail in the stadium, from cheerleaders and mascots to wild crowds and real NCAA Basketball announcers. NCAA Basketball 10 builds on a new game engine introduced last year, refining and improving core gameplay functions, and adding more depth to the popular 'styles of play' and 'set your tempo' features, making NCAA Basketball 10 a strategic and entirely unique basketball gameplay experience. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
NBA Unrivaled

NBA Unrivaled

Platform: PlayStation 3
November 12, 2009
[Playstation Network] Paying homage to the old school look and feel of the arcade classics, NBA Unrivaled brings back all of the intensity and pulse pounding action - AMPLIFIED! Hit the hardwood with the 2009-2010 NBA season's team and player rosters with current stats, logos and jerseys. Ball your way up to the top of the league with unthinkable slams and outrageous plays to get the crowd pumped for momentum on your side! Momentum mania! As you play for points, you will also play to fill up your Momentum Gauge. Once the Momentum gauge is maxed out, the team goes into Momentum Mania, which boosts offensive and defensive abilities, allowing for flashier, bigger plays. Non-stop action: Experience electrifying effects, outrageous dunks, and fast paced action where no other basketball game has gone before. Authentic rosters: Boasting all 30 NBA teams and the top players from the latest 2009-2010 Rosters, choose your team to compete in full five-on-five team arcade-style gameplay. Multiple modes: Grab a friend to play in online or offline multiplayer mode -- player vs. player, or two players vs. CPU. [Tecmo]
Metascore:
24
User Score:
1.8
NBA Unrivaled

NBA Unrivaled

Platform: Xbox 360
November 11, 2009
[Xbox Live Arcade] Paying homage to the old school look and feel of the arcade classics, NBA Unrivaled brings back all of the intensity and pulse pounding action - AMPLIFIED! Hit the hardwood with the 2009-2010 NBA season's team and player rosters with current stats, logos and jerseys. Ball your way up to the top of the league with unthinkable slams and outrageous plays to get the crowd pumped for momentum on your side! Momentum mania! As you play for points, you will also play to fill up your Momentum Gauge. Once the Momentum gauge is maxed out, the team goes into Momentum Mania, which boosts offensive and defensive abilities, allowing for flashier, bigger plays. Non-stop action: Experience electrifying effects, outrageous dunks, and fast paced action where no other basketball game has gone before. Authentic rosters: Boasting all 30 NBA teams and the top players from the latest 2009-2010 Rosters, choose your team to compete in full five-on-five team arcade-style gameplay. Multiple modes: Grab a friend to play in online or offline multiplayer mode -- player vs. player, or two players vs. CPU. [Tecmo]
Metascore:
25
User Score:
4.3
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Platform: PSP
November 10, 2009
PES 2010 focuses on enhancing the excitement of matches between players, making for a truly challenging experience that constantly tests the player. Intuitive zonal defending covers spaces and players need to look constantly for new ways to attack. PES 2010 focuses on being a real soccer simulation, as it requires both strategic play and quick reactions, as in real life. In addition to key out-field elements, goalkeepers are more versatile and with abilities matching those of modern shot-stoppers. The game's referees have also been reworked, with smarter AI elements allowing them to make more balanced calls during matches. PES 2010 has undergone a major visual revamp, with its celebrated player likenesses and animations now even closer to those of real-life players - including live player expressions to be depicted with an improved lighting system which differentiates between various conditions! [Konami]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
5.4
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Platform: Wii
November 10, 2009
PES 2010 focuses on enhancing the excitement of matches between players, making for a truly challenging experience that constantly tests the player. Intuitive zonal defending covers spaces and players need to look constantly for new ways to attack. PES 2010 focuses on being a real soccer simulation, as it requires both strategic play and quick reactions, as in real life. In addition to key out-field elements, goalkeepers are more versatile and with abilities matching those of modern shot-stoppers. The game's referees have also been reworked, with smarter AI elements allowing them to make more balanced calls during matches. PES 2010 has undergone a major visual revamp, with its celebrated player likenesses and animations now even closer to those of real-life players - including live player expressions to be depicted with an improved lighting system which differentiates between various conditions! [Konami]
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.8
Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage

Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage

Platform: Wii
November 8, 2009
Players hit the slopes with Shaun White and his crew, but this time the stakes are higher as you pursue the world's top competitions from a half-pipe in the middle of New York's Time Square to the most prestigious competitions of France, Canada and Japan. Players break out their Balance Boards once again for Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage when they flex their board skills either alone or together with family and friends. [Ubisoft]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.1
Football Manager 2010

Football Manager 2010

Platform: PC
November 3, 2009
Improved Match Engine - improved AI, over 100 new animations in 3D mode, new stadiums and crowds, improved pitch degradations and better lighting make for the most immersive pitch-side experience ever. Match Analysis - a match analysis tool that shows you where shots, passes, crosses, headers, tackles, fouls and interceptions have been made on the field for both teams. See this analysis both live in game, and post match, allowing you to pinpoint the weaknesses and strengths of both your team and your opponents. New User Interface - a completely new vibrant look and feel to the game, plus a navigational overhaul. The side menu is replaced by an intuitive tab system, based on extensive consumer feedback and usability studies, which allows you to access all areas of FM 2010 quickly and easily. Tactical Overhaul - a new tactics module makes it much easier to make your team play as you want them to. There are thousands of possible pre-set options and touchline "shout" instructions for making instant changes to your teams playing style. Don't worry; the old system is still there for people who love their sliders. News Center - a subscription based newspaper. Get the news about the football world around you that you want, and not the news you don't want. New Data Editor - including a brand new Competition Editor allowing you to add competitions and extra levels for leagues currently in the game, and add completely new competitions and leagues all via a very simple to use editor. Plus, the new editor allows you to keep your game up to date more easily than ever before. [Sega]
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.7
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Platform: Xbox 360
November 3, 2009
PES 2010 focuses on enhancing the excitement of matches between players, making for a truly challenging experience that constantly tests the player. Intuitive zonal defending covers spaces and players need to look constantly for new ways to attack. PES 2010 focuses on being a real soccer simulation, as it requires both strategic play and quick reactions, as in real life. In addition to key out-field elements, goalkeepers are more versatile and with abilities matching those of modern shot-stoppers. The game's referees have also been reworked, with smarter AI elements allowing them to make more balanced calls during matches. PES 2010 has undergone a major visual revamp, with its celebrated player likenesses and animations now even closer to those of real-life players - including live player expressions to be depicted with an improved lighting system which differentiates between various conditions! [Konami]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.6
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Platform: PlayStation 3
November 3, 2009
PES 2010 focuses on enhancing the excitement of matches between players, making for a truly challenging experience that constantly tests the player. Intuitive zonal defending covers spaces and players need to look constantly for new ways to attack. PES 2010 focuses on being a real soccer simulation, as it requires both strategic play and quick reactions, as in real life. In addition to key out-field elements, goalkeepers are more versatile and with abilities matching those of modern shot-stoppers. The game's referees have also been reworked, with smarter AI elements allowing them to make more balanced calls during matches. PES 2010 has undergone a major visual revamp, with its celebrated player likenesses and animations now even closer to those of real-life players - including live player expressions to be depicted with an improved lighting system which differentiates between various conditions! [Konami]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
6.8
Academy of Champions: Soccer

Academy of Champions: Soccer

Platform: Wii
November 3, 2009
The legendary Pele is the headmaster. He will teach and help you on your dream adventure. Enjoy 4 months in the most fantastic soccer academy. Brightfield Academy is every young soccerer’s dreamland featuring wild and beautiful environments, over-the-top animations, “out of this world” visual effects and hilarious characters to interact with every single day. So pack your bags – it’s time to enroll yourself into a curriculum of outrageous matches, insane training drills and nonstop fun at the Academy of Champions! [Ubisoft]
Metascore:
64
User Score:
6.8
FIFA Manager 10

FIFA Manager 10

Platform: PC
October 30, 2009
FIFA MANAGER 10 gives players the opportunity to find out who really is the best manager. It features a vast array of all-new features including, for the first time ever, a separate online mode where players can play against each other over LAN and internet. With this online mode, EA SPORTS responds to requests that have been expressed by fans of the popular football management simulation for a long time. In the traditional offline part of the game this year’s new features are based 100% on requests from the fan community. More than 400 improvements have been made across the board and of course you still have full control over the management of a football club. You are responsible for the line-up, the tactics and the training of your team - as well as for signing the right players, improving the club facilities and the stadium. Special highlights are the player manager mode, the national team manager mode, the Create-a-Club mode and the Match Prognosis Tool. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.5
Inferno Pool

Inferno Pool

Platform: PlayStation 3
October 28, 2009
This isn't Pool as you know it. Multiplayer mayhem awaits 1-4 local or online players, in a race to clear the most balls from your table. Pot balls to fire at your opponents, or stockpile balls to unleash an onslaught. Master Jump Shots, Combos, Bank Shots, Kick Shots and build your multiplayer with an unbroken potting streak to unleash the devastating Inferno Mode. Alliances will be formed, friends will be betrayed, and the battle isn't over until the stat screen appears. [Dark Energy]
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.2
Inferno Pool

Inferno Pool

Platform: Xbox 360
October 28, 2009
[Xbox Live Arcade] Multiplayer mayhem awaits for up to four local or online players, in a race to clear the most balls from your table in Inferno Pool. Pot balls to fire at opponents, or stockpile balls to unleash an onslaught. Master Jump Shots, Combos, Bank Shots, Kick Shots, and build your multiplier with an unbroken potting streak to unleash the devastating Inferno Mode. Alliances will be formed, friends will be betrayed, and the battle isn't over until the stat screen appears. Includes the challenging Endurance Mode, an Inferno-fuelled battle to survive against the clock and post a world-beating time. The game also includes classic pool modes for one or two local or online players. [Dark Energy Digital]
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
FIFA Soccer 10

FIFA Soccer 10

Platform: PC
October 26, 2009
On the pitch, critical gameplay fundamentals have been enhanced to ensure that FIFA Soccer 10 mirrors real-world soccer, providing more sophisticated ball control, and physical interaction between players. In addition, players now move, behave and position themselves more realistically. On attack, players analyze space more effectively, curve their runs in an attempt to stay onside, create passing lanes naturally, and drive for more variety in attacking options. On defense, new concepts like position priority enable defenders to multitask so dangerous spaces left open by teammates out of position are covered. Plus, slide tackle targeting, press marking, and better-urgency clearance logic provide new options that make defending a tactical skill in FIFA Soccer 10. In goal, a myriad of improvements and refinements to goalkeeper intelligence result in a more responsive and powerful rushing system and ultra-realistic saves. Better balance on lofted through balls, improved goalkeeper intelligence, more realistic shooting mechanics with less shots hitting the goal posts, a practice arena to perfect skills, and a more immersive soccer experience through continuous play and quick free kicks are just a few of the issues raised by fans and addressed in FIFA Soccer 10. Three new innovations revealed today at E3 have been developed to change the player control experience in FIFA Soccer 10. The first-ever true 360 degree dribbling system gives players finer control of the ball, enabling them to find spaces between defenders that previously were not possible. Using an all-new animation technology, skilled dribblers now have the ability to face the defender and use highly responsive lateral dribbling to skip past him. An innovative concept called Freedom in Physical Play enables players to perform wider dribble touches and new collision sharing creates a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between the dribbler and a defender. FIFA Soccer 10 also features a deeper iteration of the ever-popular Manager Mode with more than 50 major improvements, including new match realism, realistic player transfers based on multiple decision points, and true-to-life player growth curves. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
4.7
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

Platform: PC
October 23, 2009
PES 2010 focuses on enhancing the excitement of matches between players, making for a truly challenging experience that constantly tests the player. Intuitive zonal defending covers spaces and players need to look constantly for new ways to attack. PES 2010 focuses on being a real soccer simulation, as it requires both strategic play and quick reactions, as in real life. In addition to key out-field elements, goalkeepers are more versatile and with abilities matching those of modern shot-stoppers. The game's referees have also been reworked, with smarter AI elements allowing them to make more balanced calls during matches. PES 2010 has undergone a major visual revamp, with its celebrated player likenesses and animations now even closer to those of real-life players - including live player expressions to be depicted with an improved lighting system which differentiates between various conditions! [Konami]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.2
Out of the Park Baseball 11

Out of the Park Baseball 11

Platform: PC
October 22, 2009
New features include: 2010 Major League rosters; New historical replay mode, replay all seasons from 1871 to 2009; Recoded first-year player draft, including: Signing bonuses, Slotting system, Bonus negotiations, Compensation picks for unsigned players, Two-way players, College/HS stats. [Out of the Park Developments]
Metascore:
85
User Score:
6.4
Backyard Football '10

Backyard Football '10

Platform: Xbox 360
October 20, 2009
Authentic NFL Action. Real Pros, Plays and Strategies. Backyard Football is the best selling kids' football video game of all time.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
tbd
FIFA Soccer 10

FIFA Soccer 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
October 20, 2009
On the pitch, critical gameplay fundamentals have been enhanced to ensure that FIFA Soccer 10 mirrors real-world soccer, providing more sophisticated ball control, and physical interaction between players. In addition, players now move, behave and position themselves more realistically. On attack, players analyze space more effectively, curve their runs in an attempt to stay onside, create passing lanes naturally, and drive for more variety in attacking options. On defense, new concepts like position priority enable defenders to multitask so dangerous spaces left open by teammates out of position are covered. Plus, slide tackle targeting, press marking, and better-urgency clearance logic provide new options that make defending a tactical skill in FIFA Soccer 10. In goal, a myriad of improvements and refinements to goalkeeper intelligence result in a more responsive and powerful rushing system and ultra-realistic saves. Better balance on lofted through balls, improved goalkeeper intelligence, more realistic shooting mechanics with less shots hitting the goal posts, a practice arena to perfect skills, and a more immersive soccer experience through continuous play and quick free kicks are just a few of the issues raised by fans and addressed in FIFA Soccer 10. Three new innovations revealed today at E3 have been developed to change the player control experience in FIFA Soccer 10. The first-ever true 360 degree dribbling system gives players finer control of the ball, enabling them to find spaces between defenders that previously were not possible. Using an all-new animation technology, skilled dribblers now have the ability to face the defender and use highly responsive lateral dribbling to skip past him. An innovative concept called Freedom in Physical Play enables players to perform wider dribble touches and new collision sharing creates a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between the dribbler and a defender. FIFA Soccer 10 also features a deeper iteration of the ever-popular Manager Mode with more than 50 major improvements, including new match realism, realistic player transfers based on multiple decision points, and true-to-life player growth curves. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
91
User Score:
7.5
FIFA Soccer 10

FIFA Soccer 10

Platform: Xbox 360
October 20, 2009
On the pitch, critical gameplay fundamentals have been enhanced to ensure that FIFA Soccer 10 mirrors real-world soccer, providing more sophisticated ball control, and physical interaction between players. In addition, players now move, behave and position themselves more realistically. On attack, players analyze space more effectively, curve their runs in an attempt to stay onside, create passing lanes naturally, and drive for more variety in attacking options. On defense, new concepts like position priority enable defenders to multitask so dangerous spaces left open by teammates out of position are covered. Plus, slide tackle targeting, press marking, and better-urgency clearance logic provide new options that make defending a tactical skill in FIFA Soccer 10. In goal, a myriad of improvements and refinements to goalkeeper intelligence result in a more responsive and powerful rushing system and ultra-realistic saves. Better balance on lofted through balls, improved goalkeeper intelligence, more realistic shooting mechanics with less shots hitting the goal posts, a practice arena to perfect skills, and a more immersive soccer experience through continuous play and quick free kicks are just a few of the issues raised by fans and addressed in FIFA Soccer 10. Three new innovations revealed today at E3 have been developed to change the player control experience in FIFA Soccer 10. The first-ever true 360 degree dribbling system gives players finer control of the ball, enabling them to find spaces between defenders that previously were not possible. Using an all-new animation technology, skilled dribblers now have the ability to face the defender and use highly responsive lateral dribbling to skip past him. An innovative concept called Freedom in Physical Play enables players to perform wider dribble touches and new collision sharing creates a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between the dribbler and a defender. FIFA Soccer 10 also features a deeper iteration of the ever-popular Manager Mode with more than 50 major improvements, including new match realism, realistic player transfers based on multiple decision points, and true-to-life player growth curves. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
90
User Score:
7.4
WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

Platform: Xbox 360
October 20, 2009
CREATE-A-SUPERSTAR REDESIGN - The franchise’s renowned customization interface delivers a new look, improved graphical quality and a host of new parts, allowing players to create Superstars who are comparable in quality with their WWE counterparts. Take creation one step further with a new Paint Tool to detail created Superstars with original tattoos, logos and other unique designs. SHARE THE CREATIVITY - Share created content with the WWE Universe by uploading created Superstars, entrances, finishing moves, highlight reels, created storylines and more. Utilize the keyword search engine to view created content from around the world and download for use both offline and online. SUPERSTAR THREADS - For the first time in franchise history, create alternate ring gear for Superstars by customizing the colors of shirts, logos, face paint, elbow pads, boots and much more. Save the alternate looks for use throughout the game and online to show off the Superstars in grand fashion. [THQ]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

Platform: PlayStation 3
October 20, 2009
CREATE-A-SUPERSTAR REDESIGN - The franchise’s renowned customization interface delivers a new look, improved graphical quality and a host of new parts, allowing players to create Superstars who are comparable in quality with their WWE counterparts. Take creation one step further with a new Paint Tool to detail created Superstars with original tattoos, logos and other unique designs. SHARE THE CREATIVITY - Share created content with the WWE Universe by uploading created Superstars, entrances, finishing moves, highlight reels, created storylines and more. Utilize the keyword search engine to view created content from around the world and download for use both offline and online. SUPERSTAR THREADS - For the first time in franchise history, create alternate ring gear for Superstars by customizing the colors of shirts, logos, face paint, elbow pads, boots and much more. Save the alternate looks for use throughout the game and online to show off the Superstars in grand fashion. [THQ]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

Platform: Wii
October 20, 2009
Featuring unparalleled creation tools, a robust Superstar roster, key franchise improvements and a few surprises, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 delivers the empowering freedom to create, customize and share gameplay experiences. It’s the player’s world now. [THQ]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.1
WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010

Platform: DS
October 20, 2009
The best-selling fighting videogame franchise returns to the virtual ring with the most authentic, entertaining and portable simulation of WWE programming to date. Featuring innovative new gameplay controls, an engaging Story Mode and an extensive array of unlockable content, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 delivers a compelling experience unique to the Nintendo DS. It’s the player’s world now. [THQ]
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.9
FIFA Soccer 10

FIFA Soccer 10

Platform: PSP
October 20, 2009
On the pitch, critical gameplay fundamentals have been enhanced to ensure that FIFA Soccer 10 mirrors real-world soccer, providing more sophisticated ball control, and physical interaction between players. In addition, players now move, behave and position themselves more realistically. On attack, players analyze space more effectively, curve their runs in an attempt to stay onside, create passing lanes naturally, and drive for more variety in attacking options. On defense, new concepts like position priority enable defenders to multitask so dangerous spaces left open by teammates out of position are covered. Plus, slide tackle targeting, press marking, and better-urgency clearance logic provide new options that make defending a tactical skill in FIFA Soccer 10. In goal, a myriad of improvements and refinements to goalkeeper intelligence result in a more responsive and powerful rushing system and ultra-realistic saves. Better balance on lofted through balls, improved goalkeeper intelligence, more realistic shooting mechanics with less shots hitting the goal posts, a practice arena to perfect skills, and a more immersive soccer experience through continuous play and quick free kicks are just a few of the issues raised by fans and addressed in FIFA Soccer 10. Three new innovations revealed today at E3 have been developed to change the player control experience in FIFA Soccer 10. The first-ever true 360 degree dribbling system gives players finer control of the ball, enabling them to find spaces between defenders that previously were not possible. Using an all-new animation technology, skilled dribblers now have the ability to face the defender and use highly responsive lateral dribbling to skip past him. An innovative concept called Freedom in Physical Play enables players to perform wider dribble touches and new collision sharing creates a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between the dribbler and a defender. FIFA Soccer 10 also features a deeper iteration of the ever-popular Manager Mode with more than 50 major improvements, including new match realism, realistic player transfers based on multiple decision points, and true-to-life player growth curves. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.6
FIFA Soccer 10

FIFA Soccer 10

Platform: Wii
October 20, 2009
FIFA Soccer 10 Wii is an over-the-top, non-stop soccer game that is designed exclusively for the platform. A polished gameplay experience that emphasizes action, approachability and responsiveness has been created that contains various key gameplay improvements and innovations. Shooting has been refined for improved shot power, accuracy and the ability to score from a greater range of distances and angles. Passing has been refined for faster and more accurate execution, while improved pass targeting and AI logic will create more open spaces and generate greater scoring opportunities. Goalkeepers will be more responsive when positioning themselves for a save, while still allowing for juicy rebounds adding to the non-stop soccer theme. The defending AI has also been reworked to allow for more urgency in the 18 yard box, meaning more block attempts and better player positioning to provide better team defensive coverage. When packaged together these gameplay improvements will keep the action fast and furious on the pitch. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
75
User Score:
5.9
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Platform: DS
October 13, 2009
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games takes players to Vancouver, Canada, host city of the official 2010 Olympic Winter Games. This gaming experience invites players of all ages and skill sets to face-off in some of the most intense winter competitions available for the Nintendo platforms. Developed by SEGA of Japan, under the guidance of Shigeru Miyamoto, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games takes players to lifelike Olympic venues where they can choose from a legendary cast of playable characters, including new faces to the series. This fresh gaming experience features completely new Olympic Winter Games events from the official competition schedule including Alpine Skiing and Speed Skating. Tailored to the specific system controls, Nintendo DS and Wii gamers enjoy completely unique experiences thanks to each platform having its own specific gameplay features and modes. Players of all skill levels enjoy the intuitive controls of both the Wii and Nintendo DS systems, in both single and multiplayer gaming modes. The Wii game offers an even richer multiplayer experience offering co-op and competitive gameplay where the Nintendo DS brings an intense competitive element using the Nintendo DS wireless capabilities. Additionally, one of the new features to be found in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is the inclusion of the Wii Balance Board which can be used in some events featured in the Wii version, allowing for a more interactive and realistic gaming experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.0
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Platform: Wii
October 13, 2009
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games takes players to Vancouver, Canada, host city of the official 2010 Olympic Winter Games. This gaming experience invites players of all ages and skill sets to face-off in some of the most intense winter competitions available for the Nintendo platforms. Developed by SEGA of Japan, under the guidance of Shigeru Miyamoto, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games takes players to lifelike Olympic venues where they can choose from a legendary cast of playable characters, including new faces to the series. This fresh gaming experience features completely new Olympic Winter Games events from the official competition schedule including Alpine Skiing and Speed Skating. Tailored to the specific system controls, Nintendo DS and Wii gamers enjoy completely unique experiences thanks to each platform having its own specific gameplay features and modes. Players of all skill levels enjoy the intuitive controls of both the Wii and Nintendo DS systems, in both single and multiplayer gaming modes. The Wii game offers an even richer multiplayer experience offering co-op and competitive gameplay where the Nintendo DS brings an intense competitive element using the Nintendo DS wireless capabilities. Additionally, one of the new features to be found in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is the inclusion of the Wii Balance Board which can be used in some events featured in the Wii version, allowing for a more interactive and realistic gaming experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
7.5
NBA 2K10

NBA 2K10

Platform: PC
October 12, 2009
NBA Today - All the real world matchups, news and stats are automatically streamed right into your game. No longer will your commentary and overlays be stale and out of date. NBA Today keeps everything fresh and up to date based upon what is really happening in the NBA. My Player Mode - Create the ultimate NBA player and guide his every career move. Start as an undrafted rookie in the Summer Circuit; work hard enough and you may get an invite to participate in an NBA team’s training camp, or you may end up in the D-League. The road to being an NBA star is a long and hard battle. Living Rosters - The 2K Insider and his team of NBA analysts continue to keep NBA 2K10 fresh with up-to-date team and player information, including roster and lineup moves, trades, injuries and player ratings. Now track all of the changes through the season with interactive menus and analysis. Seamless Online Experience - Forget the past, with NBA2K10 online play is fully incorporated into every mode of the game. Now you can play the AI, challenge the friend sitting next to you or play your buddy across town anytime, from anywhere in the game. Signature Play - Signature Play pulls together all of NBA 2K’s player Signature Styles and adds in all-new Signature Tendencies and facial expressions, creating NBA 2K10 teams that play and react like their real life counterparts for an unbelievably realistic NBA experience. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.5
NBA Live 10

NBA Live 10

Platform: PSP
October 6, 2009
Featuring several innovations to the core gameplay experience and online game modes, NBA LIVE 10 is bringing a renewed focus to the long-running EA SPORTS basketball franchise. The groundbreaking Dynamic DNA service, driven by Synergy Sports Technology, makes a return in NBA LIVE 10, with significant improvements that allow players to connect their game to the NBA season like never before. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
64
User Score:
4.1
NBA 2K10

NBA 2K10

Platform: Xbox 360
October 6, 2009
NBA Today - All the real world matchups, news and stats are automatically streamed right into your game. No longer will your commentary and overlays be stale and out of date. NBA Today keeps everything fresh and up to date based upon what is really happening in the NBA. My Player Mode - Create the ultimate NBA player and guide his every career move. Start as an undrafted rookie in the Summer Circuit; work hard enough and you may get an invite to participate in an NBA team’s training camp, or you may end up in the D-League. The road to being an NBA star is a long and hard battle. Living Rosters - The 2K Insider and his team of NBA analysts continue to keep NBA 2K10 fresh with up-to-date team and player information, including roster and lineup moves, trades, injuries and player ratings. Now track all of the changes through the season with interactive menus and analysis. Seamless Online Experience - Forget the past, with NBA2K10 online play is fully incorporated into every mode of the game. Now you can play the AI, challenge the friend sitting next to you or play your buddy across town anytime, from anywhere in the game. Signature Play - Signature Play pulls together all of NBA 2K’s player Signature Styles and adds in all-new Signature Tendencies and facial expressions, creating NBA 2K10 teams that play and react like their real life counterparts for an unbelievably realistic NBA experience. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.5
NBA 2K10

NBA 2K10

Platform: PlayStation 3
October 6, 2009
NBA Today - All the real world matchups, news and stats are automatically streamed right into your game. No longer will your commentary and overlays be stale and out of date. NBA Today keeps everything fresh and up to date based upon what is really happening in the NBA. My Player Mode - Create the ultimate NBA player and guide his every career move. Start as an undrafted rookie in the Summer Circuit; work hard enough and you may get an invite to participate in an NBA team’s training camp, or you may end up in the D-League. The road to being an NBA star is a long and hard battle. Living Rosters - The 2K Insider and his team of NBA analysts continue to keep NBA 2K10 fresh with up-to-date team and player information, including roster and lineup moves, trades, injuries and player ratings. Now track all of the changes through the season with interactive menus and analysis. Seamless Online Experience - Forget the past, with NBA2K10 online play is fully incorporated into every mode of the game. Now you can play the AI, challenge the friend sitting next to you or play your buddy across town anytime, from anywhere in the game. Signature Play - Signature Play pulls together all of NBA 2K’s player Signature Styles and adds in all-new Signature Tendencies and facial expressions, creating NBA 2K10 teams that play and react like their real life counterparts for an unbelievably realistic NBA experience. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
The Biggest Loser

The Biggest Loser

Platform: Wii
October 6, 2009
Now you can become "The Biggest Loser" in the comforts of your own home! Shape and tone your body with our interactive fitness video game. Our amazing trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels guide you along the way with their expert advice and their unique motivation styles. Choose a 4, 8 or 12 week program and The Biggest Loser fitness game builds a workout and nutrition plan for you so you can reach your fitness goals. Trust us: it's not just a workout for the thumbs, it's a workout for the entire body - and the entire family! You’ve seen the show. You know how intense the workouts can be. Well guess what? Expect no less from your Wii experience. Our diet and exercise programs incorporate all of the expertise of The Biggest Loser trainers and doctors, while taking full advantage of the Wii's technology. You'll do cardio, upper, lower body circuit routines and yoga monitoring your progress every step of the way. Set goals for yourself and compete with friends or family - or compete with yourself! It’s up to you to decide how you can change your body, and your life. [THQ]
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.0
The Biggest Loser

The Biggest Loser

Platform: DS
October 6, 2009
Now you can become "The Biggest Loser" in the comforts of your own home! Shape and tone your body with our interactive fitness video game. Our amazing trainers Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels guide you along the way with their expert advice and their unique motivation styles. Choose a 4, 8 or 12 week program and The Biggest Loser fitness game builds a workout and nutrition plan for you so you can reach your fitness goals. Trust us: it's not just a workout for the thumbs, it's a workout for the entire body - and the entire family. With the Nintendo DSi and DS, you'll find a convenient way to stay focused on your regimen - even when you're on the go! Want to know how much that burger will cost you in calories, or what exercises you can do easily without equipment when you’re on vacation? All of that information and more is right in your hands. [THQ]
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
NBA 10 The Inside

NBA 10 The Inside

Platform: PSP
October 6, 2009
Franchise and Playoff Modes. Be the All-Star on the court played at a smooth 60 FPS. Be the General Manager making all the right deals. Play ad-hoc against your friends. All New Quest Modes: Dodge, Give & Go and MiniQuest strategy games allow the player to battle across the country for ultimate NBA domination. Crazier Mini-Games. Need a little break from your serious hoop time? Welcome to the Block Party with all new arcade-style games like Cherry Pickin’ and Bowling, joining classics like H.O.R.S.E, Alley Oop, Bang the Boards, Shootin’ Bricks, and Own the Court. [SCEA]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
3.0
NBA Live 10

NBA Live 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
October 6, 2009
Featuring several innovations to the core gameplay experience and online game modes, NBA LIVE 10 is bringing a renewed focus to the long-running EA SPORTS basketball franchise. The groundbreaking Dynamic DNA service, driven by Synergy Sports Technology, makes a return in NBA LIVE 10, with significant improvements that allow players to connect their game to the NBA season like never before. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.4
NBA Live 10

NBA Live 10

Platform: Xbox 360
October 6, 2009
Featuring several innovations to the core gameplay experience and online game modes, NBA LIVE 10 is bringing a renewed focus to the long-running EA SPORTS basketball franchise. The groundbreaking Dynamic DNA service, driven by Synergy Sports Technology, makes a return in NBA LIVE 10, with significant improvements that allow players to connect their game to the NBA season like never before. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.7
Bass Pro Shops: The Strike

Bass Pro Shops: The Strike

Platform: Xbox 360
October 6, 2009
Bass Pro Shops: The Strike puts the fishing rod in your hands as you head out to your favorite fishing holes, including ten of North America's greatest lakes. Featuring realistic lake bottom topography, advanced graphic life-like fish behaviors, fully customizable characters, and an abundance of boats, lures, rods, and reels, The Strike offers virtual anglers the most realistic fishing game experience to date. Participate in a variety of modes including Quick Fish, Career, and Bass Pro Shops Invitational Tournament, or you can compete with friends in boat racing and casting challenges.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
5.8
Wii Fit Plus

Wii Fit Plus

Platform: Wii
October 4, 2009
Wii Fit Plus is the new, enhanced version of the original Wii Fit software, packed with every feature and exercise from the original Wii Fit in addition to new exercises, balance games and tools to personalize your exercise routine. Workouts combine the original Wii Fit activities and selections from 15 new balance games and six new Strength Training and Yoga activities. Customize your workout! For the first time, you can mix and match which Strength Training and Yoga activities you prefer on a given day, or choose any one of 12 recommended workouts based on your fitness goals. 15 new activities will have you running obstacle courses across platforms, channeling your martial arts groove with Rhythm Kung Fu, or flapping your arms to help chicken-suited characters aim for targets in Bird's-eye Bull's-eye. Have fun with up to eight friends or family members, and take turns using one Wii Balance Board accessory to play nine different games in the new multiplayer mode. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.6
Deca Sports 2

Deca Sports 2

Platform: Wii
September 29, 2009
(Also known as "Sports Island 2" in the UK/EU) Use the Wii Remote and Nunchuk to dive right into the action in this sport-o-rama extravaganza! SPORTS ISLAND 2 features a completely new line-up of 10 intuitively controlled sports. So get ready, the sports festival is about to begin. Play by yourself or with others in a variety of modes. Whether you fancy taking on all ten sports with your 5-member team in League Mode, vying over a single sport in Tournament Mode, or configuring the game rules as you please in Open Match Mode, SPORTS ISLAND 2 has a game mode for you. Depending on the sport, you can play with or against up to three other players, making for great family & friend entertainment. New Team & player creation features. SPORTS ISLAND 2 allows you to create not only your own original teams, but your own original characters as well. Simply piece together a face outline, eyes, a nose and a couple other parts and--voila! It's your own in-game persona. [Hudson]
Metascore:
49
User Score:
tbd
Wacky World of Sports

Wacky World of Sports

Platform: Wii
September 22, 2009
The wackiest sports come together in an all-new Wii Party Game. Enter the world's wildest, craziest sports tournament and compete in some of the most outlandish games from around the globe, such as Tuna Tossing, Furniture Racing, Mud Sliding and more! Challenge a zany group of the world's most skilled Wacky Sport athletes in 10 off-the-wall events. With Wacky World of Sports, the wide world of eccentric sporting events is delivered in an all-new, original Wii title that the whole family can play either in the single player Tour mode or four person multi-player! 10 Wacky Sports to Play - Participate in some of the wildest and craziest sporting events. Test your skills in a variety of insane challenges, such as Ice Golf, Card Boxing, Extreme Ironing, and more! Compete in Multiplayer Mode against family and friends for non-stop hilarious action. Tour Mode - Challenge yourself in Tour Mode and travel the globe competing in international Wacky Sports challenges. Unlocking a variety of other unique characters. Crazy Characters - Four main playable characters, eight enemy characters and one wild boss all combine to create the wildest cast of characters to ever hit the sporting world. Wii Gone Wacky - Wacky sports utilizes the Wii Remote to the fullest, delivering wacky excitement through true-to-life gestures. [Sega]
Metascore:
45
User Score:
tbd
NHL 10

NHL 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
September 15, 2009
The NHL franchise that has won 19 sports game of the year awards over the past two years begins a new era with gameplay innovations that promise to deliver a new standard of toughness, the emotion of playoff hockey on the ice and in the arena, and over 200 gameplay refinements that replicate the skill and finesse that every fan sees throughout the NHL playoffs. A new first-person fighting engine enables players to trade punches with an NHL tough guy. Feel what its like to be on the ice in the skates of an NHL player to throw and dodge punches. Grab and tug an opponent's jersey to land a punch that ignites the fans and sparks your team to victory. Challenge a skill player and an opposing team tough guy will step in to settle the score. On ice toughness and intimidation is taken to a new level in NHL 10 where winning one-on-one battles for possession of the puck along the boards becomes a test of will and skill. Utilizing an all-new board physics engine, players can use their body to shield the puck on the boards and then kick-pass it to teammates. Bigger, stronger players pin opponents to the boards while fanatical fans bang on the glass, just like real life. Fore-check defenders, pressure the puck and finish checks to intimidate your opponent into mistakes. Players fatigue, bobble passes, and avoid collisions under threat of constant physical pressure. Inspire teammates, ignite the fans and change the momentum of a game by instigating scrums, drawing penalties, and mixing it up - all after the referee blows the whistle! [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.1
NHL 10

NHL 10

Platform: Xbox 360
September 15, 2009
The NHL franchise that has won 19 sports game of the year awards over the past two years begins a new era with gameplay innovations that promise to deliver a new standard of toughness, the emotion of playoff hockey on the ice and in the arena, and over 200 gameplay refinements that replicate the skill and finesse that every fan sees throughout the NHL playoffs. A new first-person fighting engine enables players to trade punches with an NHL tough guy. Feel what its like to be on the ice in the skates of an NHL player to throw and dodge punches. Grab and tug an opponent's jersey to land a punch that ignites the fans and sparks your team to victory. Challenge a skill player and an opposing team tough guy will step in to settle the score. On ice toughness and intimidation is taken to a new level in NHL 10 where winning one-on-one battles for possession of the puck along the boards becomes a test of will and skill. Utilizing an all-new board physics engine, players can use their body to shield the puck on the boards and then kick-pass it to teammates. Bigger, stronger players pin opponents to the boards while fanatical fans bang on the glass, just like real life. Fore-check defenders, pressure the puck and finish checks to intimidate your opponent into mistakes. Players fatigue, bobble passes, and avoid collisions under threat of constant physical pressure. Inspire teammates, ignite the fans and change the momentum of a game by instigating scrums, drawing penalties, and mixing it up - all after the referee blows the whistle! [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.3
NHL 2K11

NHL 2K11

Platform: Wii
September 15, 2009
Taking video game hockey to a new level, Wii MotionPlus brings revolutionary stick control to your Wii Remote with the ability to execute real-time (one-to-one) dekes, puck juggling, shooting and defensive maneuvers.
Metascore:
62
User Score:
7.0
NHL 2K10

NHL 2K10

Platform: Xbox 360
September 15, 2009
NHL 2K10 redefines the sports gaming experience with a new emphasis on social gaming. Whether you're a die-hard NHL fan or a casual player, NHL 2K10's pick-up-and-play controls, true-to-life authenticity and variety of on- and off-line multiplayer modes promise hours of entertainment for any gamer. Among the new features that will make this the must-have hockey game of the season include: New Gameplay Mechanics - Completely rewritten AI, enhanced defensive controls and stick lifts, stumble shots, a new defensive skating model and new incidental contact and small animation systems. Enhanced Presentation - All-new rink intros for each arena, improved goal celebrations, enhanced visuals, and greatly improved, true-to-life character models, with San Jose Sharks commentators Randy Hahn and Drew Remenda returning with new broadcast commentary. Improved Franchise Mode - NHL 2K10 features a new contract/free agency system, improved roster management, an updated financial model, dynamic player progression, and fantasy drafts. New Franchise Co-op Play - Play a franchise season game with or against a friend on- or offline, or play a traditional game against the CPU. Franchise Blog / 2KSports.com Integration - Publish your franchise stats and standings, and upload game highlights and screenshots to your personal page at 2KSports.com. Enhanced Online Modes - New seamless online integration connects players in Team Up games, tracks your progress with My Player Card, and offers full league, leaderboard, tournament and 2K Share support. Create Team Mode - Create a persistent team with friends by designing your uniforms, developing a unique team identity, and then competing against other created teams online, offline and in Franchise mode. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.6
NHL 2K10

NHL 2K10

Platform: PlayStation 3
September 15, 2009
NHL 2K10 redefines the sports gaming experience with a new emphasis on social gaming. Whether you're a die-hard NHL fan or a casual player, NHL 2K10's pick-up-and-play controls, true-to-life authenticity and variety of on- and off-line multiplayer modes promise hours of entertainment for any gamer. Among the new features that will make this the must-have hockey game of the season include: New Gameplay Mechanics - Completely rewritten AI, enhanced defensive controls and stick lifts, stumble shots, a new defensive skating model and new incidental contact and small animation systems. Enhanced Presentation - All-new rink intros for each arena, improved goal celebrations, enhanced visuals, and greatly improved, true-to-life character models, with San Jose Sharks commentators Randy Hahn and Drew Remenda returning with new broadcast commentary. Improved Franchise Mode - NHL 2K10 features a new contract/free agency system, improved roster management, an updated financial model, dynamic player progression, and fantasy drafts. New Franchise Co-op Play - Play a franchise season game with or against a friend on- or offline, or play a traditional game against the CPU. Franchise Blog / 2KSports.com Integration - Publish your franchise stats and standings, and upload game highlights and screenshots to your personal page at 2KSports.com. Enhanced Online Modes - New seamless online integration connects players in Team Up games, tracks your progress with My Player Card, and offers full league, leaderboard, tournament and 2K Share support. Create Team Mode - Create a persistent team with friends by designing your uniforms, developing a unique team identity, and then competing against other created teams online, offline and in Franchise mode. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
66
User Score:
7.7
NHL 2K10

NHL 2K10

Platform: Wii
September 15, 2009
New Control Scheme - Choose between fun, easy-to-use Wii Remote and Nunchuk controls and Sideways Wii Remote support, or plug in a Wii Classic Controller for three ways to play. Full Online Modes - For the first time, enjoy full online support for Wii, including multiplayer and multi-console match-ups, downloadable rosters, online leagues, tournaments, leaderboards and Team Up mode featuring persistent created teams and regular Pick-Up Games. WiiMotion Plus and WiiSpeak Support - Enjoy online voice chat capabilities via WiiSpeak and precise one-to-one control with WiiMotion Plus. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
79
User Score:
6.7
AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!!: A Reckless Disregard for Gravity

AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!!: A Reckless Disregard for Gravity

Platform: PC
September 3, 2009
BASE jump through a floating city, creating your own stunts to delight your fans. You dive off a skyscraper, relying on quick reflexes to negotiate the intricate tangle of girders that make up the floating city. All eyes are on you as the judges mark your score. One hundred points for hugging those exposed struts as you fall. A thousand for planting a kiss on the side of that building. Twisting and turning, you thread the needle between two billboards, earning cheers from your fans. But while reflexes are important, it's quick thinking that gets you the win. One block away, you spot a crowd of protesters decrying your sport, and make a split second decision. You break off course, stare them straight in the eye, and flip them the finger. They explode into a burst of fury, but the judges absolutely love it, bumping you up to first place. Now all you have to do is to make that landing without ending up a loose sack of broken bones. [Steam]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.1
NBA 2K10: Draft Combine

NBA 2K10: Draft Combine

Platform: Xbox 360
August 26, 2009
[Xbox Live Arcade] Features of NBA 2K10: Draft Combine include: Building custom players by working with a mentor, the 2K Insider, and increasing their NBA stock through a variety of challenging basketball drills and 5-on-5 games. Over 300 different signature customizations, including player-specific shooting animations, dunk and dribble packages and more to allow each created player to have his own unique personal style. Ability to strengthen all parts of the created player’s game with a variety of drills, such as shooting, post offense and defense, attacking the basket, dribbling, challenging shots, boxing out for rebounds and more to progress through the NBA Draft Combine. Organized games that will allow players to gain valuable skill points and offer a variety of specific in-game objectives that will need to be accomplished in order to gain them. At the end of each game, a full analysis will be available for gamers to review their player's performance and strategize their further improvement. All players created in NBA 2K10: Draft Combine will wear a special patch on their uniform throughout the rest of that player’s career to denote that they have completed the NBA Draft Combine. Online leaderboards to track the highest ranking custom built players, and where a player stacks up against the competition. Opportunity to unlock special achievements on Xbox 360 and trophies for PLAYSTATION 3 system. Fans can take their custom built players from NBA 2K10: Draft Combine and use them in the all-new My Player career mode in NBA 2K10 launching this fall, allowing them to continue their journey of becoming an NBA legend. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.5
Ashes Cricket 2009

Ashes Cricket 2009

Platform: PC
August 19, 2009
Providing gamers with the most authentic Ashes experience possible without having to don their whites, Ashes Cricket 2009 is fully licensed by the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board), the MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club, the world's most famous cricket club and owner of the Ashes urn) and Cricket Australia, providing the game with all the official players, kit, stadia - including Lord's and The Brit Oval - and equipment from this year’s npower Ashes Series. Coming from the home of video game cricket, Ashes Cricket 2009 is set to build on the heritage that Codemasters has enjoyed with its best-selling Brian Lara series and continue to lead the field with great batting, bowling and fielding gameplay and authenticity that made the series a huge hit with cricket fans the world over. Produced by Codemasters, the game is currently being developed by Transmission Games (Brian Lara 2007 Pressure Play (PSP)). Delivering all the exciting, athletic, skilful and technical elements of the sport, the game’s comprehensive ‘Ashes’ mode features all five Tests played out at carefully detailed recreations of each authentic venue. In addition, gamers can play Test matches, One Day Internationals, 20 over games and a series of challenge modes. The high definition current generation versions feature full online multiplayer as well as support for local multiplayer games. [Codemasters]
Metascore:
66
User Score:
6.8
Madden NFL 10

Madden NFL 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
August 14, 2009
Experience first-hand what it's like to Fight for Every Yard in Madden NFL 10. With the all-new Pro-Tak animation technology, players have more control over the outcome of each play. Whether driving a receiver towards the first down, or battling for a fumble at the bottom of a pile, the play won't end until the whistle blows. Add to that the most immersive broadcast presentation and online innovation to date, and Madden NFL 10 captures the authenticity and emotion of the NFL like never before. Pro-Taks's all new animation technology provides unprecedented control over the outcome of every play. Drag defenders towards the first down marker, including up to 9-man gang tackles, fight for a fumble at the bottom of the pile, and evade the rush with all-new quarterback avoidance actions. Enhanced play at the line of scrimmage features a new blocking system that allows the quarterback to step into the pocket and gives the defensive line more control over the rush. Authenticity - Referees peeling players off a fumble pile, the chain gang rushing in to measure for a key first down, and all-new player equipment ensure that if you see it on Sunday, you’ll see it in Madden NFL 10. Fight for Online Dominance - Delivering the most comprehensive online offerings in franchise history, Madden NFL 10 includes new modes to satisfy the competitive and cooperative football gamer. New TV broadcast-style presentation and cinematic cameras bring the suspense and intensity of the NFL to your living room. Enhanced Franchise Mode - Run each aspect of an NFL franchise: draft players, sign free agents, manage the salary cap - just like a real GM. Enjoy all of the action throughout the league via a new, network inspired highlight show. The most customizable version of Madden NFL to date. Alter gameplay options to adjust the experience to your liking. A revamped play calling system and menu takes you to kickoff faster than ever before. Speed up online matches with accelerated clocks, streamlined presentation and more. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
86
User Score:
6.8
Madden NFL 10

Madden NFL 10

Platform: Xbox 360
August 14, 2009
Experience first-hand what it's like to Fight for Every Yard in Madden NFL 10. With the all-new Pro-Tak animation technology, players have more control over the outcome of each play. Whether driving a receiver towards the first down, or battling for a fumble at the bottom of a pile, the play won't end until the whistle blows. Add to that the most immersive broadcast presentation and online innovation to date, and Madden NFL 10 captures the authenticity and emotion of the NFL like never before. Pro-Taks's all new animation technology provides unprecedented control over the outcome of every play. Drag defenders towards the first down marker, including up to 9-man gang tackles, fight for a fumble at the bottom of the pile, and evade the rush with all-new quarterback avoidance actions. Enhanced play at the line of scrimmage features a new blocking system that allows the quarterback to step into the pocket and gives the defensive line more control over the rush. Authenticity - Referees peeling players off a fumble pile, the chain gang rushing in to measure for a key first down, and all-new player equipment ensure that if you see it on Sunday, you’ll see it in Madden NFL 10. Fight for Online Dominance - Delivering the most comprehensive online offerings in franchise history, Madden NFL 10 includes new modes to satisfy the competitive and cooperative football gamer. New TV broadcast-style presentation and cinematic cameras bring the suspense and intensity of the NFL to your living room. Enhanced Franchise Mode - Run each aspect of an NFL franchise: draft players, sign free agents, manage the salary cap - just like a real GM. Enjoy all of the action throughout the league via a new, network inspired highlight show. The most customizable version of Madden NFL to date. Alter gameplay options to adjust the experience to your liking. A revamped play calling system and menu takes you to kickoff faster than ever before. Speed up online matches with accelerated clocks, streamlined presentation and more. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
85
User Score:
6.2
Madden NFL 10

Madden NFL 10

Platform: Wii
August 14, 2009
Madden NFL 10 epitomizes what fun looks like on the Wii, delivering the most social and dynamic experience from the franchise to date. This year, Madden NFL 10 arrives on the Wii with breath-taking visuals that will captivate both seasoned veterans and new comers to the franchise. Completely redesigned and built from the ground up, Madden NFL 10 introduces a unique art style that will define the look of sports games on the Wii. All-new player models embody characteristics of your favorite athletes, plus new larger-than-life stadiums showcase details found at each of the 32 NFL fields. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.1
Active Life: Extreme Challenge

Active Life: Extreme Challenge

Platform: Wii
August 11, 2009
(Also known as "FamilyTrainer: Extreme Challenge") Following up on its predecessor, Active Life: Extreme Challenge reintroduces the Active Life mat, a durable eight button peripheral that lets players control the on-screen action with their hands and feet when used in conjunction with a Wii Remote. Now with even more intense pick-up and play activities, gaming exercise aficionados can enjoy a full-body workout that truly immerses them in extreme sporting events without the broken bones. Showcasing more than a dozen unique activities, from wakeboarding to rock climbing and base jumping, Active Life: Extreme Challenge promises to keep players' pulses pounding and hearts pumping with each new event. Combining the exclusive mat controller with a Wii Remote not only provides active and fun gameplay but also an experience that burns calories. With competitive and multiplayer challenges for up to two players and the ability to play as your personalized Miis, Active Life: Extreme Challenge ensures that everyone gets to share in the fun. [Namco Bandai Games]
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
Wii Sports Resort

Wii Sports Resort

Platform: Wii
July 26, 2009
Wii Sports Resort is a collection of fun sports games that anyone can pick up and play. This sequel to the popular Wii Sports makes use of the Wii MotionPlus accessory, which gives players the most responsive and realistic experience possible. The Wii MotionPlus accessory, which is included with Wii Sports Resort, plugs into the base of the Wii Remote controller and, combined with the accelerometer and sensor bar, provides an experience that gives players an even greater sense of immersion. Just as with Wii Sports, people compete against friends and family. As the competition heats up, Wii Sports Resort is as much fun to watch as it is to play. First-time players should find it easy to pick up a Wii Remote and jump into the action. Wii Sports Resort takes place on a tropical island. A wide range of activities keep players coming back for one more round. Some sample activities include Sword Play, Power Cruising (racing a water scooter) and Disc Dog, which involves accurately tossing a disc to a cute, Mii-like dog. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.3
Tour de France 2009

Tour de France 2009

Platform: Xbox 360
July 15, 2009
[Xbox Live Arcade] Tour de France 2009 - The Official Game is the most famous cycling race's official simulation. Choose one of the teams and lead it through the 21 official legs of the 2009 edition of the race. Interact directly with your riders and guide early breakaways, fights for jerseys, sprints, and more. Up to four players can race, wheel to wheel, on Xbox LIVE® Arcade. Lead your team to the highest step on the podium. Official teams and course: Choose one of the official race teams and manage it to victory over the official course of the Tour de France. Do you have what it takes to gain the yellow jersey? Team management: Manage your team actively, protect the leader, conduct breakaways, and take control of your cyclists during the time attack phases. [Focus Home Interactive]
Metascore:
44
User Score:
5.7
NCAA Football 10

NCAA Football 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
July 14, 2009
NCAA Football 10 brings the excitement of college football to fans across the nation like never before with its newest feature, Season Showdown. In this new mode, every game counts as fans declare their loyalty to a favorite school and give the ultimate show of support in a nationwide competition. All college football fans have an opportunity to participate in Season Showdown, as credits not only accumulate in-game but players can also earn credits for their school via new web-based games. Millions of college football fans around the country will be on a mission to prove their school is number one with NCAA Football 10’s Season Showdown. NCAA Football 10 envelopes the excitement and pageantry of college football at its best. Enhanced stadiums filled with school colors, cheerleaders and mascots bring the college atmosphere to life. Enjoy the sights of game day with new field goal nets, flags waving in the wind and camera flashes exploding during pivotal moments. With all 120 Football Bowl Subdivision schools represented in the game, NCAA Football 10 offers fans an exciting way to experience the thrill of authentic college football year-round. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.9
NCAA Football 10

NCAA Football 10

Platform: Xbox 360
July 14, 2009
NCAA Football 10 brings the excitement of college football to fans across the nation like never before with its newest feature, Season Showdown. In this new mode, every game counts as fans declare their loyalty to a favorite school and give the ultimate show of support in a nationwide competition. All college football fans have an opportunity to participate in Season Showdown, as credits not only accumulate in-game but players can also earn credits for their school via new web-based games. Millions of college football fans around the country will be on a mission to prove their school is number one with NCAA Football 10’s Season Showdown. NCAA Football 10 envelopes the excitement and pageantry of college football at its best. Enhanced stadiums filled with school colors, cheerleaders and mascots bring the college atmosphere to life. Enjoy the sights of game day with new field goal nets, flags waving in the wind and camera flashes exploding during pivotal moments. With all 120 Football Bowl Subdivision schools represented in the game, NCAA Football 10 offers fans an exciting way to experience the thrill of authentic college football year-round. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.7
Pro Cycling Manager Season 2009: Le Tour de France

Pro Cycling Manager Season 2009: Le Tour de France

Platform: PC
July 10, 2009
Put on your manager suit and become General Manager of the year! An essential sport franchise, Pro Cycling Manager is back in a more polished than ever form to please its many fans. This new edition, developed by the French studio Cyanide, promises to be the most exciting of all and will include the most famous Tour de France 2009 faithfully reproduced in detail. Pro Cycling Manager - Tour de France 2009 is the perfect mix between management and sport simulation. It puts you in the shoes of the general manager of one of the 65 official cycling teams and asks you to handle everyday aspects of this position. Choice of the teams, transfers, training sessions, finances, gear or scouting for new talent, many various missions are required to position the most competitive team on the starting line. During the 180 races, playable in real time 3D, you intervene directly to guide your cyclists. It's up to you to define the best strategies and tactics to win the race. [Focus Home Interactive]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
7.3
The Bigs 2

The Bigs 2

Platform: PSP
July 7, 2009
The Big Leagues just got BIGGER! Available on all major video game consoles, The BIGS 2 allows fans to experience heroic gameplay, legendary game modes and incredible player models. Elevating The BIGS 2 to new heights are bigger power-ups, amazing visual effects, and an all new career mode. Featuring exciting player animations and pick-up-and-play controls, The BIGS 2 delivers an action-packed, heroic MLB video game experience. Epic Arcade Baseball Action: Larger-than-life gameplay, stadiums and player models provide a truly heroic baseball experience. Batter’s Wheelhouse: Pitches thrown into the Batter's Wheelhouse are more likely to be launched into the next time zone, but sneaking a pitch past the hitter will shrink his wheelhouse for the rest of the game. Do you have the guts to pitch into the Batter’s Wheelhouse? Legend Challenge: Unique story mode allows users to pit their created player against MLB legends past and present as they strive for a World Series championship and MVP trophy. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
67
User Score:
6.8
The Bigs 2

The Bigs 2

Platform: Xbox 360
July 7, 2009
The Big Leagues just got BIGGER! Available on all major video game consoles, The BIGS 2 allows fans to experience heroic gameplay, legendary game modes and incredible player models. Elevating The BIGS 2 to new heights are bigger power-ups, amazing visual effects, and an all new career mode. Featuring exciting player animations and pick-up-and-play controls, The BIGS 2 delivers an action-packed, heroic MLB video game experience. Become A Legend Mode: New & improved story mode, picking up at the end of the "Rookie Challenge" mode from The BIGS. Create a player and progress your career from a Mexican league to the Majors and, eventually, the Hall of Fame. Along the way, compete in boss battles against MLB legends. Season Mode: As requested by fans, enjoy a new Season Mode featuring full MLB schedules, stat tracking and roster management. Improved Gameplay: Bigger and better arcade baseball action, featuring Legendary Moves, Batter’s Wheelhouse & a more powerful Big Slam. Home Run Pinball: Enjoy exciting single player or co-op action in Times Square or three new environments. Mini-Games: Test your hitting, fielding, running and throwing skills against MLB stars in several all-new mini-games. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
6.4
The Bigs 2

The Bigs 2

Platform: PlayStation 3
July 7, 2009
The Big Leagues just got BIGGER! Available on all major video game consoles, The BIGS 2 allows fans to experience heroic gameplay, legendary game modes and incredible player models. Elevating The BIGS 2 to new heights are bigger power-ups, amazing visual effects, and an all new career mode. Featuring exciting player animations and pick-up-and-play controls, The BIGS 2 delivers an action-packed, heroic MLB video game experience. Become A Legend Mode: New & improved story mode, picking up at the end of the "Rookie Challenge" mode from The BIGS. Create a player and progress your career from a Mexican league to the Majors and, eventually, the Hall of Fame. Along the way, compete in boss battles against MLB legends. Season Mode: As requested by fans, enjoy a new Season Mode featuring full MLB schedules, stat tracking and roster management. Improved Gameplay: Bigger and better arcade baseball action, featuring Legendary Moves, Batter’s Wheelhouse & a more powerful Big Slam. Home Run Pinball: Enjoy exciting single player or co-op action in Times Square or three new environments. Mini-Games: Test your hitting, fielding, running and throwing skills against MLB stars in several all-new mini-games. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
7.8
The Bigs 2

The Bigs 2

Platform: Wii
July 7, 2009
The Big Leagues just got BIGGER! Available on all major video game consoles, The BIGS 2 allows fans to experience heroic gameplay, legendary game modes and incredible player models. Elevating The BIGS 2 to new heights are bigger power-ups, amazing visual effects, and an all new career mode. Featuring exciting player animations and pick-up-and-play controls, The BIGS 2 delivers an action-packed, heroic MLB video game experience. Become A Legend Mode: New & improved story mode, picking up at the end of the "Rookie Challenge" mode from The BIGS. Create a player and progress your career from a Mexican league to the Majors and, eventually, the Hall of Fame. Along the way, compete in boss battles against MLB legends. Season Mode: As requested by fans, enjoy a new Season Mode featuring full MLB schedules, stat tracking and roster management. Improved Gameplay: Bigger and better arcade baseball action, featuring Legendary Moves, Batter’s Wheelhouse & a more powerful Big Slam. Home Run Pinball: Enjoy exciting single player or co-op action in Times Square or three new environments. Mini-Games: Test your hitting, fielding, running and throwing skills against MLB stars in several all-new mini-games. [2K Sports]
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.1
Blood Bowl

Blood Bowl

Platform: PC
June 25, 2009
A brutal team sport unfolding in a parallel fantasy world based on Warhammer and American football, Blood Bowl invites gamers to form a team of players from races including: Orcs, Elves, Humans, Dwarfs and many other fantasy creatures, and launch themselves into battle in the bloodiest of arenas. This strategy sports game combines a fine balance of tactics and bone crunching action! The game offers two game modes. The first, which is fully real time, offers spectacular gameplay with intense battles between blocking linemen and daring displays of agility of players leaping and dodging through opponents tackle zones, while powerful spells and dirty trick special plays are unleashed across the field. All this creates a highly charged atmosphere. Of course, since it is sometimes difficult to keep an eye on the entire field at once, the game's interface offers different tactical and strategic setups, while the AI is responsible for managing the players on the field. The second game mode, an actual turn-based game, is a treat for players of the original board game because it is an exact replica of Games Workshop's tabletop masterpiece. The original rules have been faithfully reproduced, and it contains all of the devices, strategies, play and rhythm of the original game. [Focus Home Interactive]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.5
Fight Night Round 4

Fight Night Round 4

Platform: Xbox 360
June 23, 2009
Featuring a re-written gameplay engine, EA Sports Fight Night Round 4 adds a variety of fighting styles and boxer differentiation to authentically emulate the greatest fighters of all time. Pressure your opponent with the brawling inside style of young Mike Tyson, bobbing and weaving to set up powerful hooks and uppercuts. Capitalize on Muhammad Ali's reach, hand speed and fleetness of foot to bewilder your opponent with lightning fast jabs and straights from the outside. For the first time, EA Sports Fight Night Round 4 gives you the opportunity to pit these legendary heavyweights against one another and name a true champ. No fight will be the same with an all-new physics-based animation system that recreates the full spectrum of true-to-life punch impacts, giving boxers a devastating arsenal of punches, blocks and ring movement. The new physics system allows for missed punches, glancing punches, knockout blows and for the first time ever, rough and tumble inside fighting. Fatigue, adrenaline, footwork and timing all come into play as you hammer away at your opponents. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.1
Fight Night Round 4

Fight Night Round 4

Platform: PlayStation 3
June 23, 2009
Featuring a re-written gameplay engine, EA Sports Fight Night Round 4 adds a variety of fighting styles and boxer differentiation to authentically emulate the greatest fighters of all time. Pressure your opponent with the brawling inside style of young Mike Tyson, bobbing and weaving to set up powerful hooks and uppercuts. Capitalize on Muhammad Ali's reach, hand speed and fleetness of foot to bewilder your opponent with lightning fast jabs and straights from the outside. For the first time, EA Sports Fight Night Round 4 gives you the opportunity to pit these legendary heavyweights against one another and name a true champ. No fight will be the same with an all-new physics-based animation system that recreates the full spectrum of true-to-life punch impacts, giving boxers a devastating arsenal of punches, blocks and ring movement. The new physics system allows for missed punches, glancing punches, knockout blows and for the first time ever, rough and tumble inside fighting. Fatigue, adrenaline, footwork and timing all come into play as you hammer away at your opponents. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.5
Pangya Fantasy Golf

Pangya Fantasy Golf

Platform: PSP
June 23, 2009
In PANGYA: Fantasy Golf, players practice and perfect their swing on the nine fantasy fairways of Pangya Island. Combining golf gameplay, endless customization options and a slew of sassy female characters set in beautiful environments, PANGYA: Fantasy Golf is based on the global PC MMO PANGYA game developed by Ntreev Soft, and boasts an original storyline with new, exclusive features for the PSP system. Players can utilize the in-game Pangya Shop to customize as many as 18 playable characters and their golf equipment with thousands of unlockable accessories, outfits, gear and power items to improve their golfer's stats and land that hole-in-one. Multiple gameplay modes including Story, Free Round, License, Tournament and Network Mode offer an engaging and varied golf experience. Additionally, Network Mode allows the ultimate golf gaming fan to connect with up to eight players and compete against one another in either single or team-based tournaments. [Tomy Corporation]
Metascore:
77
User Score:
7.5
PDC World Championship Darts 2008

PDC World Championship Darts 2008

Platform: PlayStation 2
June 16, 2009
(Currently available in the UK/EU only) Go head-to-head with the greatest PDC Champions and be part of the year’s most fierce console Championship with PDC World Championship Darts 2008. Starring even more Champions, the full line up of electrifying tournaments, exceptional graphic enhancements, even more play modes and additional formats - PDC World Championship Darts is back for 2008. The first ten to be announced include Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor, the greatest player ever to throw a dart, winning his 13th World Championship title in 2006. Raymond ‘The Man’ van Barneveld, the current World Champion who defeated Taylor in the greatest ever final in January 2007. Also starring in the game are Colin ‘Jaws’ Lloyd, the number one player in the world in 2004 and 2005, winning two major titles along the way, Peter ‘One Dart’ Manley, double World Champion John ‘Darth Maple’ Part from Canada and the ever-popular Wayne “Hawaii 501” Mardle. [Oxygen Games]
Metascore:
47
User Score:
tbd
PDC World Championship Darts

PDC World Championship Darts

Platform: PSP
June 16, 2009
The PSP System version offers wireless multiplayer and game sharing! You can import your own customized photos through your MEMORY STICK DUO and assign them to a profile. Or customize your playlist for the game using your MP3’s from your MEMORY STICK DUO, making PDC Darts World Championship Darts on the PSP System the most personalized version yet. [Oxygen Games]
Metascore:
43
User Score:
tbd
PDC World Championship Darts 2009

PDC World Championship Darts 2009

Platform: DS
June 16, 2009
Completely rewritten by award winning studio Rebellion PDC World Championship Darts 2009 promises to be the best darts game to date. PDC Darts 2009 has 18 top pro's featured in the game, new walk ins, licensed darts music, all new venues, brand new commentary, player editor, new control systems with multiple assist modes, new career modes, female darts players and much much more. Fancy stepping up to the oche and taking on the pro's...Game on! Pro darts players included in the game :- Phil Taylor, Mark Dudbridge, Raymond van Barneveld, Roland Scholten, Peter Manley, Ronnie Baxter, Wayne Mardle, Terry Jenkins, Dennis Priestley, Kevin Painter, Adrian Lewis, Andy Hamilton, Alan Warriner-Little, Andy Jenkins, John Part , James Wade, Colin Lloyd and Alan Tabern. [Oxygen Interactive]
Metascore:
45
User Score:
tbd
PDC World Championship Darts 2008

PDC World Championship Darts 2008

Platform: Wii
June 16, 2009
(Currently available in the UK/EU only) Go head-to-head with the greatest PDC Champions and be part of the year’s most fierce console Championship with PDC World Championship Darts 2008. Starring even more Champions, the full line up of electrifying tournaments, exceptional graphic enhancements, even more play modes and additional formats - PDC World Championship Darts is back for 2008. The first ten to be announced include Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor, the greatest player ever to throw a dart, winning his 13th World Championship title in 2006. Raymond ‘The Man’ van Barneveld, the current World Champion who defeated Taylor in the greatest ever final in January 2007. Also starring in the game are Colin ‘Jaws’ Lloyd, the number one player in the world in 2004 and 2005, winning two major titles along the way, Peter ‘One Dart’ Manley, double World Champion John ‘Darth Maple’ Part from Canada and the ever-popular Wayne “Hawaii 501” Mardle. [Oxygen Games]
Metascore:
51
User Score:
5.4
Virtua Tennis 2009

Virtua Tennis 2009

Platform: PlayStation 3
June 9, 2009
Create your own player and join the new World Tour where you are trained by a real-life legend of tennis to compete for the #1 ranking against the biggest stars. Then take your character online and prove you're the best with the new online ranking system! With brand new courts, a new roll call of tennis stars to compete against and even more court mini-games, Virtua Tennis 2009 is set to be the #1 tennis title once again! New World Tour & Online Rankings - Take your career online and compete for the ultimate title of ‘Virtua Tennis Champion’ with the new PLAYSTATION 3 system and Xbox 360 online ranking system. With prize money you earn in online tournaments, you can purchase over 800 shop items in the new Tennis Store and upgrade your character. New Players / Courts - Play as or against over 20 of the world’s top players, including seven new to Virtua Tennis and three legends. All-new arenas and the officially licensed Davis Cup provide the most realistic tennis competition to date. New Player Creation System - You now have full control over facial, body and clothing customization, as well as the depth to populate the game world with hundreds of unknown opponents. More Court Games. Playing alone or with up to three friends compete in 12 mini-games, five completely new, and upload your hi-scores on the worldwide rankings in games such as Zoo Feeder and Pirate War. Improved Gameplay - Courtside action is better than ever, with extensive updates to the famous arcade-style Virtua Tennis match engine, as well as 3D crowds and a more realistic courtside experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.6
Virtua Tennis 2009

Virtua Tennis 2009

Platform: Xbox 360
June 9, 2009
Create your own player and join the new World Tour where you are trained by a real-life legend of tennis to compete for the #1 ranking against the biggest stars. Then take your character online and prove you're the best with the new online ranking system! With brand new courts, a new roll call of tennis stars to compete against and even more court mini-games, Virtua Tennis 2009 is set to be the #1 tennis title once again! New World Tour & Online Rankings - Take your career online and compete for the ultimate title of ‘Virtua Tennis Champion’ with the new PLAYSTATION 3 system and Xbox 360 online ranking system. With prize money you earn in online tournaments, you can purchase over 800 shop items in the new Tennis Store and upgrade your character. New Players / Courts - Play as or against over 20 of the world’s top players, including seven new to Virtua Tennis and three legends. All-new arenas and the officially licensed Davis Cup provide the most realistic tennis competition to date. New Player Creation System - You now have full control over facial, body and clothing customization, as well as the depth to populate the game world with hundreds of unknown opponents. More Court Games. Playing alone or with up to three friends compete in 12 mini-games, five completely new, and upload your hi-scores on the worldwide rankings in games such as Zoo Feeder and Pirate War. Improved Gameplay - Courtside action is better than ever, with extensive updates to the famous arcade-style Virtua Tennis match engine, as well as 3D crowds and a more realistic courtside experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
70
User Score:
6.3
Virtua Tennis 2009

Virtua Tennis 2009

Platform: PC
June 9, 2009
Create your own player and join the new World Tour where you are trained by a real-life legend of tennis to compete for the #1 ranking against the biggest stars. Then take your character online and prove you're the best with the new online ranking system! With brand new courts, a new roll call of tennis stars to compete against and even more court mini-games, Virtua Tennis 2009 is set to be the #1 tennis title once again! New Players / Courts - Play as or against over 20 of the world’s top players, including seven new to Virtua Tennis and three legends. All-new arenas and the officially licensed Davis Cup provide the most realistic tennis competition to date. New Player Creation System - You now have full control over facial, body and clothing customization, as well as the depth to populate the game world with hundreds of unknown opponents. More Court Games. Playing alone or with up to three friends compete in 12 mini-games, five completely new, and upload your hi-scores on the worldwide rankings in games such as Zoo Feeder and Pirate War. Improved Gameplay - Courtside action is better than ever, with extensive updates to the famous arcade-style Virtua Tennis match engine, as well as 3D crowds and a more realistic courtside experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
68
User Score:
6.3
Pool Hall Pro

Pool Hall Pro

Platform: Wii
June 9, 2009
Players of all levels from amateurs to pool sharks can jump right into Pool Hall Pro to begin a competitive and entertaining journey across the globe on a mission to earn fame, fortune and the title of pool champion! The game features one of the widest arrays of pool and snooker in the world, including everything from basic pocket billiards to U.S. 8 ball and 6 ball snooker — there are 11 different varieties to be precise! Players can also access six modes of gameplay, including arcade, tournament, multiplayer and more. Compete against the pros in single player mode, or make a name for yourself as travel the world earning cash and unlocking collectables in world tour mode. [Playlogic]
Metascore:
62
User Score:
5.2
Virtua Tennis 2009

Virtua Tennis 2009

Platform: Wii
June 9, 2009
Create your own player and join the new World Tour where you are trained by a real-life legend of tennis to compete for the #1 ranking against the biggest stars. Then take your character online and prove you're the best with the new online ranking system! With brand new courts, a new roll call of tennis stars to compete against and even more court mini-games, Virtua Tennis 2009 is set to be the #1 tennis title once again! New Players / Courts - Play as or against over 20 of the world’s top players, including seven new to Virtua Tennis and three legends. All-new arenas and the officially licensed Davis Cup provide the most realistic tennis competition to date. New Player Creation System - You now have full control over facial, body and clothing customization, as well as the depth to populate the game world with hundreds of unknown opponents. More Court Games. Playing alone or with up to three friends compete in 12 mini-games, five completely new, and upload your hi-scores on the worldwide rankings in games such as Zoo Feeder and Pirate War. Improved Gameplay - Courtside action is better than ever, with extensive updates to the famous arcade-style Virtua Tennis match engine, as well as 3D crowds and a more realistic courtside experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.3
Grand Slam Tennis

Grand Slam Tennis

Platform: Wii
June 8, 2009
Specifically designed for the Wii, EA SPORTS Grand Slam Tennis puts the racket in the palm of your hand and delivers the deepest tennis experience. Users feel like they are actually playing tennis, performing real forehands and backhands in their living rooms. The game is one of the first to be compatible with Wii MotionPlus, which enhances the one-to-one motion with added shot depth and precise ball placement. [EA Sports]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
7.4
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Platform: PlayStation 3
June 8, 2009
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 takes golf fans inside-the-ropes to experience the drama and emotion of tournament golf. In addition, the U.S. Open, a USGA championship, and the USGA’s Rules of Golf is available in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 for the first time in franchise history. As you hear the roar of the crowd from the next hole over, can you handle the mounting pressure while you stand over your tournament-winning putt? Expanded crowds surround every hole; adding to the tension and excitement of each shot. A first for the franchise, real-time weather is reflected on every course, ensuring the in-game experience matches that of the current weather conditions. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 also features a television broadcast style presentation, which include instantaneous updates and a new announcer team of ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and the Golf Channel’s Kelly Tilghman. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.4
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Platform: Xbox 360
June 8, 2009
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 takes golf fans inside-the-ropes to experience the drama and emotion of tournament golf. In addition, the U.S. Open, a USGA championship, and the USGA’s Rules of Golf is available in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 for the first time in franchise history. As you hear the roar of the crowd from the next hole over, can you handle the mounting pressure while you stand over your tournament-winning putt? Expanded crowds surround every hole; adding to the tension and excitement of each shot. A first for the franchise, real-time weather is reflected on every course, ensuring the in-game experience matches that of the current weather conditions. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 also features a television broadcast style presentation, which include instantaneous updates and a new announcer team of ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and the Golf Channel’s Kelly Tilghman. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
6.9
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Platform: PSP
June 8, 2009
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 takes golf fans inside-the-ropes to experience the drama and emotion of tournament golf. In addition, the U.S. Open, a USGA championship, and the USGA’s Rules of Golf is available in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 for the first time in franchise history. As you hear the roar of the crowd from the next hole over, can you handle the mounting pressure while you stand over your tournament-winning putt? Expanded crowds surround every hole; adding to the tension and excitement of each shot. A first for the franchise, real-time weather is reflected on every course, ensuring the in-game experience matches that of the current weather conditions. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 also features a television broadcast style presentation, which include instantaneous updates and a new announcer team of ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and the Golf Channel’s Kelly Tilghman. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10

Platform: Wii
June 8, 2009
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 takes golf fans inside-the-ropes to experience the drama and emotion of tournament golf. In addition, the U.S. Open, a USGA championship, and the USGA’s Rules of Golf is available in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 for the first time in franchise history. As you hear the roar of the crowd from the next hole over, can you handle the mounting pressure while you stand over your tournament-winning putt? Expanded crowds surround every hole; adding to the tension and excitement of each shot. A first for the franchise, real-time weather is reflected on every course, ensuring the in-game experience matches that of the current weather conditions. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 also features a television broadcast style presentation, which include instantaneous updates and a new announcer team of ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and the Golf Channel’s Kelly Tilghman. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
88
User Score:
7.6
Out of the Park Baseball 10

Out of the Park Baseball 10

Platform: PC
June 2, 2009
Out of the Park Baseball 10 ("OOTP 10"), the latest in the award-winning series, is the most immersive, realistic, and customizable baseball management simulation game on the market today. OOTP 10 provides what fantasy baseballers truly desire - the ability to control every aspect of a baseball team. With online or solo play, real Major League rosters, historical simulations, and purely fictional leagues, OOTP 10 has all of the bases covered! [Out of the Park Developments]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.5
Blazing Birds

Blazing Birds

Platform: Xbox 360
May 20, 2009
[Xbox Live Arcade] Compete in the sport of robot badminton in Blazing Birds. Challenge sixty computer controlled opponents over three levels of difficulty. Invite your friends to play multiplayer matches or round robin tournaments with up to twenty players. The unique control scheme allows for blazing fast action and quick responsiveness. Score points using smash, drop, and clear shots with either manual or automatic aiming. Unleash seven deadly power shots including Meteor Strike, Firecracker, Hyperspace, Lightning Bolt, Dragon Flight, Hunting Season, and Wormhole. Only the best will face Signum IV. [Microsoft]
Metascore:
57
User Score:
tbd
EA Sports Active

EA Sports Active

Platform: Wii
May 19, 2009
EA SPORTS Active is a customizable fitness program. Working out with a friend is a great way to stay motivated. That's why EA SPORTS Active features a Multiplayer mode. The split-screen view allows you and a buddy to work out side-by-side. And if you’re up for some butt-kicking, Multiplayer mode will pit you against each other in a race to the finish line. Just like a personal trainer at the gym, EA SPORTS Active's virtual trainer guides and motivates you to reach your fitness goals. Throughout each workout you'll get clear instructions, instant feedback, just the right amount of encouragement, and valuable tips to help you achieve maximum results. Finally, a personal trainer that doesn't charge by the hour! Dancing, inline skating, tennis and volleyball are just a few of the more than 25 exercises and activities that combine fitness and fun in an EA SPORTS Active workout. You’ll be breaking a sweat in no time with exercises that target your upper body, lower body and cardio. With so much variety, you’ll never be bored with your workout again. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.2
UFC Undisputed 2009

UFC Undisputed 2009

Platform: PlayStation 3
May 19, 2009
UFC 2009 Undisputed is an explosive fighting game that details the action, intensity and attitude of a UFC live event. Players explore a deep roster of more than 80 top fighters in UFC competition across all five weight classes. In addition, they enter the Octagon surrounded by the sport’s popular commentators, announcers, referees, trainers, Octagon girls and more. Photorealistic models are at the forefront, as players view amazing ripple effects across the faces and bodies of their fighters from the impact of devastating punches and kicks. A brand new fighting game engine designed specifically for next generation systems delivers innovative, responsive and easy-to-play controls that give unparalleled command of fighters, as players take down opponents with a variety of mixed martial arts disciplines like Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In addition, the game’s Create-A-Fighter system jumpstarts the careers of future champions through character customization and training management, while a robust Career Mode develops a fighter's attributes and skill sets while fighting to enter the UFC Hall of Fame through a series of dynamic storylines. Furthermore, players can enhance their UFC 2009 Undisputed gameplay experience through online support, including downloadable content. [THQ]
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.1
UFC Undisputed 2009

UFC Undisputed 2009

Platform: Xbox 360
May 19, 2009
UFC 2009 Undisputed is an explosive fighting game that details the action, intensity and attitude of a UFC live event. Players explore a deep roster of more than 80 top fighters in UFC competition across all five weight classes. In addition, they enter the Octagon surrounded by the sport’s popular commentators, announcers, referees, trainers, Octagon girls and more. Photorealistic models are at the forefront, as players view amazing ripple effects across the faces and bodies of their fighters from the impact of devastating punches and kicks. A brand new fighting game engine designed specifically for next generation systems delivers innovative, responsive and easy-to-play controls that give unparalleled command of fighters, as players take down opponents with a variety of mixed martial arts disciplines like Muay Thai, Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In addition, the game’s Create-A-Fighter system jumpstarts the careers of future champions through character customization and training management, while a robust Career Mode develops a fighter's attributes and skill sets while fighting to enter the UFC Hall of Fame through a series of dynamic storylines. Furthermore, players can enhance their UFC 2009 Undisputed gameplay experience through online support, including downloadable content. [THQ]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.9
Punch-Out!!

Punch-Out!!

Platform: Wii
May 18, 2009
One of the biggest names in boxing returns after a 15-year hiatus. Grab a Wii Remote controller in one hand and a Nunchuk controller in the other and step back into the ring with a modern update of the classic Punch-Out!! Little Mac is back! Everyone’s favorite underdog from the 1980s joins the best of the original Punch-Out!! cast in a modern re-imagination of the series. Players will find familiar names like Glass Joe, King Hippo and trainer Doc Louis. These boxers come to life again in cel-shaded 3-D, complete with hilarious fighting animations and back stories that capture all the fun and flair of the original Punch-Out!! games. The motion-sensitive controls of the Wii console mean that when players throw punches, Little Mac throws punches as well. Additionally, you can control hooks and jabs by combining motion control with control-stick movement. The motion-sensing Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers turn real-life swings into on-screen punches, so anyone can play. The game can also be played with classic NES-style controls by turning the Wii Remote sideways. Characters: Little Mac, Glass Joe, King Hippo, Doc Louis, Von Kaiser and other unannounced favorites. Special powers/weapons/moves/features: Players can obtain special "Star Punches," which allow Little Mac to take more Health from his rival in a single punch. Motion Control (Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers) Punch-Out!! uses the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers to simulate throwing punches. Use the Nunchuk to throw a left punch and the Wii Remote to throw a right punch. Classic Control (Wii Remote NES style) Fans of the NES version and core gamers will be excited to see Nintendo has also included the option to play Punch-Out!! using the classic layout from the original NES controller. Use the 1 and 2 buttons along with the cross pad to throw hooks and jabs or to dodge. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.6
Pirates vs Ninjas Dodgeball

Pirates vs Ninjas Dodgeball

Platform: Wii
May 14, 2009
Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball has scurvy thieves squaring off against crafty martial artists in large, detailed arenas. The game allows for up to eight players and offers a total of seven teams, including pirates, ninjas, robots and zombies plus three unannounced ball slingers. Each team utilizes its own unique techniques and strategies to try and ultimately defeat the enemies. Unique to Wii version, the game will offer all-new story and challenge modes, along with several customized control schemes. [Gamecock]
Metascore:
46
User Score:
5.4
Real Soccer 2009 (DSiWare)

Real Soccer 2009 (DSiWare)

Platform: DS
May 11, 2009
[DSiWare]; (Also known as "Real Football 2009") Live the football season to the max with Real Football 2009 on Nintendo DSiWare. It will offer you a never-before-seen football experience with revolutionary yet accessible Touch Screen controls. Take photos of anything you want and turn them into your own customised ball, team flag or make yourself into your favourite player. With 198 teams using real players’ names, realistic opponent behaviors and advanced 3D graphics, you’ll feel like a real professional football player. Take your best shot! [GameLoft]
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
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