Much like the wholesome Kix breakfast cereal, Disney’s Extreme Skate Adventure has seemingly been "kid-tested, mother-approved" for quality. It’s not just kid stuff, mind you.

I had a fantastic time from start to finish, and even though the combat did get repetitive, the action was so fluid and intense that it never bothered me. I thought the combat was much better than even the major movie games, perhaps because there was less emphasis on swinging and wall climbing.

I'm guessing if you have a PC capable of running this game then that would be the preferred format, but if you are resigned to playing your games on a console then The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings - Enhanced Edition is a competent port and an adventure worthy of your time and money.

Even after 15 years Lemmings holds up as a fantastic puzzle game that turns out to be perfectly suited to the handheld format. And while I have to question the illogical decision to use the D-pad for targeting, the game still manages to work and looks great doing so.

The only thing that was holding this game back was its limitations put upon it by having to follow an established movie.

There is some exclusive content and the PS Vita is certainly capable of bringing console-quality gameplay and presentation to the palm of your hands and the touch controls are interesting additions. Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus is a day-one purchase for newcomers to the series who enjoy insane ninja combat, but everyone else can probably wait for a price drop or just hang tight for a proper sequel.

A charming title that is fun, challenging, and perfect for the entire family. It mixes action and combat with a bit of puzzle solving and does a great job of promoting teamwork, an important value for the kids this game hopes to target.

After a 15-20 minute learning curve anyone of any age will feel right at home navigating the numerous screens and manipulating objects and collecting hundreds of Elebits.

You can see and do just about everything this game has to offer without ever coming close to finishing it. Only the most diligent racers will have the patience to muddle their way through the entire simulation mode.

For me, I loved the music, loved the visual style (despite the last-gen graphics), and really got into mastering all the ins and outs of the enormous tracks.

The game’s four different gameplay modes should keep children from losing interest, while the simple controls will provide a great beginning for future gamers.

The best boxing game available for next-gen gamers (which includes PS3 gamers this time), and with a fun online experience and the challenging World Championship mode, there is probably more fun to be had after the career than during.

While the adventure is a short one I found it to be enjoyable and fun.

This new expansion adds a new level of challenge to the game and a significantly fresh aspect of gameplay, though few new items and ordinary social interactions, so you may want to keep this in mind if you’re considering investing in this particular expansion.

Superior graphics are almost enough to balance out the twitchy controls, but the entertaining multiplayer seals the deal for the PSP.

It has all the standard components of traditional platform titles but disguises them with clever game design, intuitive character interaction, and constant humor.

Bomberman at his best. The classic 2D design keeps the game simple and perfectly suited to D-pad controls, and the touch screen allows for quick access to power-up items and lets you navigate the setup menus much more quickly than button presses.

I enjoyed the refreshing diversity of the 40+ track sections you get to experience as you cross our great country.

These games will remain as the last examples of one of the longest-running 2D fighting game series ever created, and fine examples at that.

Turn out the lights and turn up the sound and immerse yourself in one of the most colorful and delightfully charming non-games of the year.

GUN Showdown sets a new standard of wild west action gameplay that merges an epic, and oft-times emotional story with challenging gameplay and realistic horseback riding and mounted combat.

Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions is a fun, but somewhat flawed game.

This is puzzle game perfection and one of the most stylish games I've played on any system, mobile or console. I can't wait to see what this visionary studio comes up with next.

Best of all, Second Sight tells an excellent story and does so with a presentation that borders on interactive cinema.

Lethal Alliance took me back to the days of the Nintendo 64. The third person perspective reminded me of my glory days with Shadows of The Empire. The sound of that laser blaster brought back many fond memories.

Great cars, large arenas, inventive game modes, a rewarding upgrade path, and blindingly destructive gameplay ultimately win out over finicky controls. The more you play the game the better you get and Twisted Metal is one game you'll want to keep playing for a long time to come. Plus, if you act now, you can grab a copy of the Limited Edition, which comes with a Sweet Tooth multiplayer skin for the upcoming Starhawk game and a free download code for the 2001 classic, Twisted Metal: Black; a great blast from the past, now upgraded to work on your PS3.

I still hate the illogical checkpoint system that turned a 15hr game into a 22hr game, and the fact that the game can be won by running and gunning more easily than tactical gameplay.

Neversoft did an admirable job, especially considering they had to take a legendary franchise and rebuild it from scratch. But for a series that I have traditionally given perfect scores and continuous editorial awards, I can’t help but feel a bit let down by some personally distasteful music and poor note designs.