N+ is an exciting throwback to 2D platforming that improves upon the formula in almost every way.

A great adult-oriented game for the Wii that takes the genre the farthest it can go on the console.

DiRT seems to do just about everything right.

Highly recommended to any GBA gamer looking for a fun top-down view racer.

A package that fans of the series will want to snatch up immediately, though people with a casual interest in the genre may not find enough new content to interest them.

The experience is rounded out by a killer score. Heavy metal distortion guitars complement traditional Arabic motifs, creating a near-perfect blend of atmospheric airiness and pumped up fury.

A solid game with a few flaws, this shooter isn't the best of it's class, but it certainly stands out.

Whether you're scaling skyscrapers to nab those elusive orbs or kicking thugs halfway across town, it never gets old despite its lack of story content and mission variety. If you love sandbox games, you'll get back everything you put into it and then some.

It doesn't matter who you are, if you own a PSP, you owe it to yourself to pick up this title. And if you don't own one, yes, Crisis Core and a few others will certainly make it worthwhile.

Rogue Galaxy is an excellent example of what an RPG should be. This is easily the best game of 2007 so far.

Fun, casual gameplay, a real sense of raising a pet and the ability to make friends through bark mode makes this game a universal hit for both young and old.

Fun, casual gameplay, a real sense of raising a pet and the ability to make friends through bark mode makes this game a universal hit for both young and old.

All in all, however, Hitman Blood Money is a worthwhile experience. The satisfaction of seamlessly pulling off an assassination and raking in the highest reward makes all the trial and error worthwhile and, frustration aside, the act of playing through a mission again in an attempt to end up with less notoriety or more money becomes challenging rather than tedious.

Fun, casual gameplay, a real sense of raising a pet and the ability to make friends through bark mode makes this game a universal hit for both young and old.

Great control; amazing visuals; addictive gameplay; lots of multiplayer modes.

This one plays out like a summer action blockbuster with exotic locales, motorcycle chases and intrigue.

Vegas 2 would have worked better if it cut out the single player entirely and added more to he multiplayer.

Its slower pace might put off the usual crowd, but those with the patience to explore the immense island and unlock its many secrets won't be disappointed.

A must-have classic. If you consider yourself a shooter fan, you simply must get this game.

A must buy for all serious X-Men fans. It should also be thoroughly enjoyable to anyone who enjoys RPG's and action adventure games.

Castle Crashers is a great XBLA title that nobody should miss out on.

Those who loved previous Thief games will equally enjoy the latest title, though it is by no means innovative.

An excellent pinball title and a perfect dose of retro action that won't get old fast.

Featuring improved multiplayer and spiffed-up graphics, Call of Duty 3 is arguably the best game in the series to date.

Mario Kart Wii feels recycled and simplified from past installments, but it's saved by a handful of creative and nostalgaic courses and it's excellent 12-player online matches.

The newest in the Splinter Cell series is a fairly solid game, but lacks a bit of polish, and won't appeal to everyone.

Touched shows that the new technology in the DS can add to the game’s novelty, but there needs to be some use of the standard technology as well.

You simply will not find a more complete driving simulator for your PSP.

The next-gen graphics capabilities of the 360 are definitely put to use here and the game simply looks gorgeous. In these kind of games you always want to blow stuff up, of course, but the way Saint’s Row applies particle effects and flying debris (and bodies!) changes it from mindless destruction into a true art form.

Here's to the simpler things in life, and to Mega Man on his 15th birthday.

Online issues aside, EA has never released such a feature rich and incredibly polished college football game.

A great game that has lots of great features, but is also lacking in the fundamentals.

On the charge of being an excellent adventure game on the DS, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is declared guilty as charged.

Its artsy nature may not appeal to everyone, but there's no denying its many charms. For a paltry 10 bucks, it's a good value and an original experience.

It is cheap on your wallet, an addicting party game, and Xbox Live play is great.

Newcomers to the genre who want a light-hearted golf experience will appreciate the game’s intuitive gameplay mechanics. However, those desiring a more in-depth golf experience may not find it here.

For those expecting more of the same platforming greatness that they found in the original Yoshi's Island, you'll most likely love this game. For those expecting more of an evolution of an 11 year old game, you may be somewhat disappointed.

The long awaited conclusion to a lengthy saga; stellar graphics; awesome battles; fantastic voice acting in cut scenes.

Captures the essence of the board game beautifully (quick to learn but hard to master).

Ninja Gaiden 2 may not be for everyone, but regardless of that it is still one of the deepest and most rewarding pure action games to be found on this current generation of consoles.

While it doesn’t do anything differently, if you enjoyed the first two Phoenix Wright games you’ll surely want to pick up the latest installment for more old-school adventure goodness with the same quirky sense of humor and quality writing.

Strides have been made as far as gameplay modes are concerned, but there is still plenty of room to improve the frame rate and online play.

Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift is an excellent game by all merits.

The limited online mode and lack of a course editor are lamentable, but the new characters and courses are quite nice.

It is just plagued by mindful tedium and an uninspired battle system that prevent it from breaking the shackles of mediocrity and soaring to glory. It pains me to give Spidey 2 such a bad review, since the game's saving grace of web-shooting clearly showed that the game had serious potential.

One of this year’s improvements also happens to be a disappointment. Last year, we were only given 6 licensed golf courses to choose from. This year, the number has been doubled to 12. However, the PS2, Xbox and PSP versions all contain 21.

Test Drive Unlimited is certainly in the upper echelon and offers an overall quality experience that is perfect when you're on the go.

For a full game, Prologue is lacking very highly. Yet for its lower price, and the knowledge that it isn't the full game and is only a taste of what's to come, we're left embittered and wanting more, better, and sooner.

Although not perfect, Karaoke Revolution Party is a solid game for those looking for a good multiplayer title.

The bottom line is that Battlefront is an A-list rental; great for a weekend of Star Wars geekery with a bunch of friends, offering solid fun for the first four or five hours. After that, well, to impersonate Yoda: whether or not to own it you will want, only the future will tell.

Cloning Clyde is one of the best games on Xbox Live Arcade to date. It’s an original idea instead of a port from the Atari age.

A unique concept executed exquisitely, Trauma Center: Second Opinion is easily one of the strongest Wii launch titles.

A must have for fans of combat games, multiplayer games, and games in general.

Better than all previous offerings, an awesome football experience, but still not quite on a par with "Pro Evolution Soccer."

Top notch graphics, immersive game play and sound all add up to another solid, but not revolutionary first person shooter.

This is a nice revision of last year's version. No, it is not an essential buy. If you have to be on the cutting edge, then you need to get this.

Despite some control issues, Lock's Quest may just be the sleeper hit of the year. Definitely worth checking out if you own a DS.

An excellent casual shooter that remains intense. It isn't good for hours at a time but is damned fun for months to come.

Wii Fit is a good exercise alternative for those who can't afford or don't want to go to the gym. The variety of fun activities make it well worth picking up if you can.

Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King packs a lot of depth into a small package just like Square-Enix intended it to.

If you can't get enough karaoke gaming, then Karaoke Revolution Party is the perfect remedy, with many new and great features to keep you coming back for more.

Despite some minor flaws, Yourself! Fitness is a fantastic first effort from publisher Respondesign. Available for a meager $35, it's a cheap way to keep your New Year's weight loss resolutions. Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in staying fit.

A brilliant, if somewhat belated, RPG with a gripping, unique story and one of the best combat systems of any RPG.

The Akrid will really catch you off guard at times. Sometimes you know they’re around, but don’t know where they will pop-up from and sometimes they’ll scare the sh@# out of you.

Finally there is a solid football title for the Xbox 360!

A good puzzle game that disappoints with its many faults, but can and should be appreciated for it's unique gameplay.

If this game spawns sequels and the locations and gameplay options are expanded, we could have the Wild West equivalent of the "Grand Theft Auto" series on our hands.

Successfully combines action and RPG elements; Easy controls and simple game play; Great use of X-Men license that will please fans of the comic.

Despite a few minor hiccups (and I truly do mean minor), this is hands down the best tactical RPG I have ever played.

Typical compilation title, you’ll either love it or hate it. If you love everything Street Fighter, you will love this collection. If you have never really been a fan, there is nothing in this title that will make you change your mind.

Pick this one up if you want a fun golf game, but avoid it if you’re expecting something new and amazing.

Black may not be the definitive FPS the PS2 world has been dying for, but it is a competent shooter with a few moments of spectacular content.

It doesn’t get boring and keeps supplying new ways of freaking you out while still supplying you with a decent dose of coolness.

With easy to learn rules, but surprising strategic depth, Catan gets some company in the “Turn-Based Fun” genre of XBLA!

A good motocross game that qualifies as a rental for everyone, and a purchase for those that truly love the sport of dirt bike racing.

Try the Mario baseball game for cute, or a more realistic MLB title for robust realism.

Destined to join games like GoldenEye and Super Mario Kart as an incredibly fun multiplayer experience.

While it does have its share of bugs and bad points, overall this game is well worth buying if you enjoy the genre. The multitude of items and armors keep things interesting, while socketed items and armor take customization to higher levels.

Gurumin should definitely be on your list of must-have PSP games. Action RPG fans will enjoy playing the role of a cute little girl with attitude.

If you find that you're the kind of person that is willing to sacrifice a lot of gameplay for a compelling and engaging storyline, then you will absolutely love Hotel Dusk.

Definitely good for relieving stress, it’s just a couple of notches away from first person greatness.

A cute, violent and funny action platformer. It's not serious, realistic, logical, or politically correct. It's just fun. Plain and simple.

New features improve on the game and while I wish there were more varied songs offered from the start, this is probably the best Karaoke Revolution game to date.

Essentially, if you liked the gameplay and subject matter of its predecessor, you’ll enjoy Hitman: Contracts all the more. If violence and suspense aren’t your style, you’d best look elsewhere.

Remarkably similar to the console version. The portable offering will no doubt find a home with fans of the series. Just a few more tweaks and it could draw an even larger, more enthusiastic gallery.

A worthwhile bargain purchase for hardcore LP fans and for anyone who missed the title the first time around, but this is not going to knock everyone off their feet nor is it a "must play" for anyone with less than a fanatical interest in the original.

If you haven't picked the game up on another platform and fancy visiting a video game classic, lovingly restored for a new audience, then this is certainly a game worth checking out.

Those passionate for an escapade into cursed manors and the spirit world will find The Tormented equally as refreshing as its predecessors.

It doesn't push the genre into new territory, but the single player campaign is a blast.

While the Mega Man series have seen some high points and low points over the last twenty years, Mega Man ZX Advent hits the bullseye. You can't go wrong by purchasing this well crafted title.

Mercury Meltdown offers a new twist on an old board game and does it with a style and pizzazz rarely seen in the PSP’s somewhat narrow world. This is definitely worthwhile for anyone who likes challenging puzzle games.

Despite these minor flaws I found Switchball to be one of the better puzzle games based on rolling a ball around.

Its legacy will be the same as all the previous games in the series; a solid launch racing game that will tide you over while you wait for “the next big title.”

The combination of good graphics; great sound and intense action makes for a very immersive game that will be hard to put down.

Its challenging difficulty and immersive design will keep players on the edge of their seat from start to finish.

A great game for the PSP and one of the few that make good use of online play. Although a bit stale here and there, Liberation is still a really fun game and a worthy time killer.

If Battlefield 2: Modern Combat was already a great game on the “old” systems, you’d have to expect it to be great on the next-generation of consoles, and you’d be right.

A thrillingly-fast paced puzzle game that should appeal to everyone. It provides an enthralling experience, but at a steep price point.