Black Ops is simply a terrific game and a solid addition to the Call of Duty franchise.

While the visuals are nowhere on par with the Xbox 360 or the PS3 version of the game and the shooting mechanics can leave you begging for your controller at times, shooter fans looking for a genuine Call of Duty experience on the DS should give this game a serious look.

All in all Donkey Kong Country Returns is a great game.

Overall, Junction Point did a pretty good job; however, the game does have some deficiencies that hurt the overall experience, with control and camera issues being at the forefront. Regardless, this game does stand out from the holiday crowd and anyone who owns a Wii, and wants to see a different vision of the Disney universe, should definitely take a look at this game.

All in all, keeping the same Sims formula may keep old fans satisfied but in my eyes changing things up a bit more would have made this title much more interesting and successful.

NBA Jam is a great arcade style sports game, period.

In closing, though nothing can compare to a real life pet, if your children have been begging for a new furry addition to the family, this game may be a good test to see how long they will stay interested in caring for their new friend.

I would have to say that even with its shortcomings, the Wii version of Call of Duty: Black Ops is a great game that will provide hours of play, particularly online.

Overall, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood for the Xbox 360 is great bang for the buck.

Overall I found the games quick, easy and quite enjoyable. The title gets everyone in the family involved, including my young son who especially loved River Rush and Rallyball. The only downfall of Kinect Adventures is that there are only five games to play which will unfortunately make the title repetitive over time.

Overall, Dance Central has all the necessary ingredients to make a fantastic dancing game. Fantastic tunes, slick looking visuals and an enjoyable experience for all, pretty much sums up Dance Central. This being said, Dance Central is light on features, offers up no single player story mode and a 32 songs out of the box is simply not enough in this day in age. So to say Dance Central has a lot of room for growth would be an understatement.

Pinball FX 2 takes the original Xbox LIVE game and makes is a much better experience. With great visuals, solid sound, and some fantastic gameplay, including the all important multiplayer component, how can you go wrong? Pinball fanatic or not, all those who play should enjoy what is offered here.

James Bond 007: Blood Stone is a game that will surprise many. While the recent release of Goldeneye for the Wii has stolen some of the spotlight away from Blood Stone, the overall package in Blood Stone is good as there is plenty to offer for 007 fans.

WWE SmackDown vs Raw 2011 is yet another solid game in the long running franchise.

WWE SmackDown vs Raw 2011 is yet another solid game in the long running franchise.

If you've played a Pokémon Ranger adventure before, just beware that Guardian Signs isn't much of a departure from the last two titles in the series.

Lucha Libre AAA: Heroes del Ring is game that wrestling fans may want to try, but try with caution. The content is a refreshing take on the world of wrestling given that the Mexican spectacle of Lucha Libre takes center stage. That being said, the control and AI issues do take away from a game that could have been so much more and this is where the cautionary warning is duly noted.

In the end I was satisfied, but this could have been so much more.

Sing It: Party Hits has a great set list featuring a variety of popular artists and Disney Channel favourites and will cater to a wide variety of individuals.

One thing is for certain, DJ Hero 2 is a step up from last year's DJ Hero game. Stronger visuals, better soundtrack, improved controls and an engaging single player experience all lends itself to a game that is a must buy for fans of the franchise.

Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue will most likely appeal to a younger crowd with its cutesy feel, fashion focused item collection and the majority of its quick and simplistic mini-games.

Kirby's Epic Yarn is one game that should be on any gamers wish list, as long as you own a Wii. With great visuals, solid sound, and gameplay that is geared for any level of gamer in the family (thank you), Nintendo has once again proven that they publish great games, it is as simple as that.

Gormiti offers various gameplay elements such as platforming, basic combat, cooperative play (always good) and puzzles. Older gamers likely won't find much satisfaction with this one but I think it's pretty obvious this one's geared towards the younger crowd.

Shank ends up being a pretty decent game, but it didn't excite me in the end as much as I hoped it would.

In any event, overall Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock is a good game; yet at the end of the day it is more of the 'same old.'

At the end of the day, Quantum Theory is a poor man's Gears of War.

I'm not sure if a couple of exclusive mini-games are reason enough for people that have played Pirates! in the past to revisit it. Having not played it before myself, I certainly did enjoy myself despite a few issues.

In the end the game is solid, but too familiar, and I truly wonder what can be done to inject new life into a franchise that has been around for so long to make it an even better experience.

On the surface FIFA 11 looks like a younger identical brother of FIFA 10. Some will find the most glaring problem with the game's new passing system a step in the wrong direction.

Although Halo: Reach is not perfect, it does come pretty darn close to being one of the best first person shooters ever.

Phineas and Ferb: Rides Again for the Nintendo DS is an improvement on the first title keeping the great gameplay and tweaking it to make it just a bit better.

NHL Slapshot is a game that any sports loving fan who owns a Wii should try.

At the end of the day there is enough depth to NHL 11 keep hockey lovers happy for another year.

UFC Undisputed 2010 is by far one of the most solid MMA games ever to hit a portable console.

H.A.W.X. 2 is certainly an improvement over its predecessor; however it is far from being considered a must-own arcade based flight shooter.

Shattered Dimensions plays great homage to the Spidey of the future, past and present.

Despite being predictable as hell, Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions for the DS features slick looking visuals, fantastic voice work and enjoyable 2D side scrolling gameplay.

Metroid: Other M represents both a return to form for the Metroid series and an evolution of it at the same time. Save for the occasional directional hiccup, the hybrid first and third person viewpoints actually work very well. Combine this with the excellent narrative and well rounded gameplay and Metroid: Other M is a worthy purchase regardless if you're a casual or hardcore fan.

Camp Rock: The Final Jam follows the story of the movie pretty closely; however, there are some specific things that are not included or properly explained, and as a result it might be a good idea for any fans to watch the movie prior to playing the game to get the full storyline.

Guilty Party is an excellent game and boasts solid graphics along with some great voice work and sound effects, but to be forced to play Story Mode to unlock the much more entertaining Party Mode is a downer.

What the developers took from the storyline, setting and combat style exhibited in the graphic novels created an amazing arcade fighter and fans of this genre should take the time to play through it.

At the end of the day, even with some minor quirks, it strips away the glossy veneer of the mob underworld and reveals a gritty and seedy interior like no game before it. I strongly recommend you visit Vito Scalleta's world to experience it yourself.

Overall, Kane and Lynch 2 is best left as a weekend rental. While the story and characters can be entertaining at times, the repetitive gameplay and lackluster visuals prevent this game from being considered a must buy for shooter fans and Xbox 360 owners alike.

Ultimately Top Gun for PSN is enjoyable but far too short to the point where I'd have to question the value for dollar.

It has some of the best action-RPG gameplay you can find anywhere with a fantastic soundtrack, a lengthy adventure, tons of monsters to kill and lots of places to explore.

Overall, Madden NFL 11 is a great game, but compared to last year's installment I fail to see any significant leaps.

Unless you are a diehard fan of the series this is probably not your game. It can be extremely tough, especially at the beginning, and it just does not bring anything new to the franchise other than online co-op features.

Ultimately I felt Disney Sing It: Family Hits should have been the first title released in the Sing It series as it is an excellent representation of Disney Magic at its best.

The gameplay has a more realistic and authentic feel; and this year's new features will satisfy not only the hardcore NCAA football fan but the casual ones as well.

All-in-all, NCAA 11 delivers on so many levels and is truly an enjoyment this time around.

Fans and newcomers alike should get this title as it has everything that an RPG needs to be great. Engaging stories, multiplayer fun, hundreds of quests and of course Seth Green's approval of customizing your heroes' looks anyway you choose.

Crackdown 2 does not stray far from the formula that found success in the first game. but therein lies its biggest flaw, it does not offer enough new stuff.

This game has a little bit of everything for gamers who enjoy puzzles, fun combat and two player co-op pleasure. With so much excitement I can almost guarantee that you will love this game.

All aspects from the presentation to the gameplay are packed full. Combine that level of detail with great gameplay, a ton of depth and wi-fi multiplayer options and, whether you're a fan of the Hot Shots series or new to it, you simply cannot go wrong, especially when it only costs $20.

Sin & Punishment: Star Successor's brilliance is in its simplicity.

Taking all the great game elements from the original board game and enhancing them and adding online play makes Risk: Factions a wonderful Xbox LIVE Arcade title.

Transformers: War for Cybertron has taken a significant leap over the previous next-gen Transformer games.

While not a true companion to the Transformers titles released on the other consoles at the same time, TCA fails to meet its potential.

The game is a lot of fun but quickly becomes repetitive; this combined with poor controls and short gameplay makes this title a lot less desirable in the end.

The game is a lot of fun but quickly becomes repetitive; this combined with poor controls and short gameplay makes this title a lot less desirable in the end.

Tales of Bearsworth Manor: Puzzling Pages is a great choice for puzzle game fans. The art, music, and narrative enhance the atmosphere.

Toy Box mode really made Toy Story 3: The Game top notch and without it this title would have been another cash grab to get kids to buy movie games.

With the focus 100% on Green Day and the included extras, fans of Green Day have a no brainer decision on their hands. That being said, casual fans who want more bands and varying types of music might want to wait for Rock Band 3 given the wide range of music and artists that it will offer.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 offers some decent improvements over last year's game. It strikes a good balance of making the game a bit more realistic but still accessible for the more casual player.

Alpha Protocol, for the most part, can be a somewhat enjoyable game. The storyline was great but the notable issues like the voice acting, less than spectacular graphics, and frustrating glitches, really bring this title down a few notches.

Aside from some of the small issues that require some practice, memorization and a slightly problematic control system, I give a thumb up to Planet Minigolf.

In the end Blur deserves a close look, especially by those racing fans out there looking for something a bit different.

In the end Blur deserves a close look, especially by those racing fans out there looking for something a bit different.

That being said though, THQ is to be commended for producing such a great game that manages to improve on the original, and anyone who is slightly interested in the world of MMA should give it a try.

ModNation Racers is a great addition to the world of kart racing with the full support for a robust online community.

Super Mario Galaxy 2 is a big step up from an already great predecessor. It may not be perfect but it comes ever so close to it.

Alan Wake is arguably the best Psychological Action Thriller game on the Xbox 360 to date.

Even if you are not a racing game fan, Split/Second offers up so much fun from the get-go you just can't go wrong picking this title up.

Prince of Persia: Forgotten Sands for the Xbox 360 is a good looking game and fans of the franchise who enjoy the Prince's high flying acrobatic moves will undoubtably enjoy this entry into the series. Unfortunately, the combat in the game is less than stellar, the camera seems to have a mind of its own at times, and there is a "been there and done that" feel to the game.

Overall, Shrek Forever After for the Xbox 360 is one of the better movie based titles released this year and it features a terrific drop-in/drop out cooperative mode which makes for some great family gaming.

NIER is a game that will undoubtedly appeal to a handful of RPG enthusiasts because of the story being told. For others, myself included, the game is a slapdash effort that fails to make good on its promise and it ultimately ends of falling into a pit full of worn-out RPG conventions.

This game is an excellent segway for FIFA 2011 and World Cup fans who are anxiously awaiting the start of the real World Cup in South Africa can get some 'footy' satisfaction by picking this game up.

The development of the story and the game provides not only die-hard fans of the series with a new and refreshing take on the Sam Fisher story, but it also provides new players to the series a rich and extremely satisfying gameplay experience.

Overall, Samurai Shodown Sen is a mixed bag indeed. The gameplay seems just adequate and the online play can be bogged down with the certain cheater moves we all love to hate. That being said though, nostalgic fans may want to check it out but most will probably pass this one over.

WarioWare D.I.Y. contains the standard WarioWare, formula but it puts the creative tools in your hands in an effort to allow you to craft whatever microgames your mind can think of.

Just Cause 2 is one of those games where you can be critical of specific elements of the game but they still all come together to create an enjoyable game.

The gameplay is cumbersome and doesn’t seem to gain any momentum in the fun factor department.

I found that my time with How to Train Your Dragon was a mixed bag indeed. With so much going on it was really hard to gauge how much fun I really had as I went from one extreme to another.

For those looking for a game with an immersive and riveting storyline, many gripping intense moments, a slick array of original weaponry, and some terrific nightmarish shooter sequences, then Metro 2033 is right up your alley.

God of War III is not only a high definition upgrade on what is an already fantastic series; it is a game that improves on what it has done so well in the past

As far as Disney games on the DS are concerned, Sonny with a Chance is unquestionably one of the better ones out there.

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II: Chaos Rising offers quite a bit in this expansion. It is an enjoyable and action-oriented RTS style game mechanic with some RPG like elements that has a great story and enough content to keep your attention.

Battlefield: Bad Company 2 is definitely an improvement over the original. With solid graphics, great sound, and gameplay that engages you in either single player or multiplayer flavour.

There is no question that the MLB 2K10 franchise is headed in the right direction as this year’s installment is simply much better than years past.

Fans of the genre, old or new, should have little trouble getting into this old classic that should belong in any RPG lover’s PSP library.

Alice in Wonderland for the DS is a unique yet delightful game for Nintendo's dual-screened wonder.

The excitement and emotion the experience playing Heavy Rain conveys is nothing short of remarkable making it a game that you definitely should pick up for your PS3.

SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 3 for the PSP is a game that most action fanatics should enjoy.

Korg DS-10 Synthesizer Plus is a title that isn't a game as it is more of a musical software tool that has an amazing amount of depth and detail.

Simply put, no game creates a better sense of atmosphere than Bioshock 2 with a really top notch story and some great visuals and sound too.

All in all, I would definitely recommend Dante's Inferno to anyone that is a fan of hack and slash type games.

White Knight Chronicles International Edition has an excellent look and feel for the most part. Although it does have some quirks and annoying problems it manages to throw in enough unique elements into the JRPG genre to make this title somewhat unique.

Mass Effect 2 is a sequel that offers a much improved experience over its predecessor. The story, the graphics, and the gameplay all combine to offer a more refined game then the original.