Not all of the changes that have been implemented since last year's game have been for the better, but there are more than enough improvements here to make FIFA 07 worth a look.

Eternal Sonata's superb art direction will dazzle you, but a dreamy story and exciting battles make it sing.

The game is undoubtedly driven by its smartly crafted aesthetic mood, though its production never compromises the gameplay it provides.

Enthralling combat and a potent story make Devil Survivor 2 a great strategy role-playing game.

Extraordinary online play makes it easy to overlook this strategy sequel's less-impressive single-player campaign.

Grid offers a great balance of arcade and simulation racing with enough extras to keep you entertained for hours.

To answer your two questions: Yes, this is a solid port of Virtua Fighter 5, and yes, the online play works just fine.

While there may be no star signings in this year's Football Manager, there are enough incremental improvements to keep it at the top of the table.

Despite a touch of monotony, Age of Conan's atmospheric first expansion is an absolute delight.

A remarkable action game that tells a compelling story from start to finish.

Overhauled visuals and overloaded features makes this redux a top-tier Street Fighter game.

New battle mechanics, a fantastic storyline, and a gritty setting make The Witcher one of the most engrossing, mature RPGs to arrive on the PC in years.

The plethora of improvements introduced in Heir to the Throne have made Europa Universalis 3 a more engaging and user-friendly experience.

This beautifully presented WWI-themed tower defense game will have you coming back again and again.

Charm and classic gameplay abound in this rollicking role-playing adventure.

Clever time-manipulation puzzles and improved pacing make this the best Ratchet game in years.

Modern Warfare 2 boasts an exhilarating campaign, engaging cooperative play, and addictive multiplayer, but the high price and limited multiplayer features may tarnish its appeal.

Even though you may find moments of frustration with the game's missions and its challenging economic model, digging deep into Port Royale provides a varied and open-ended experience--along with the simple satisfaction of playing as a pirate.

The original blue bomber returns in an all new adventure that will bring you back to the good old days of incredibly hard but simple games.

Catherine is involving, intense, and unlike anything you've ever played.

Catherine is involving, intense, and unlike anything you've ever played.

If you've never navigated a Battle Network before, the third installment in the sharp collect-and-battle series is a great place to start.

Classic gameplay, challenging levels, and some fun multiplayer make New Super Mario Bros. Wii another stellar outing for the plump plumber.

Borderlands 2 doesn't reach far beyond its predecessor's scope, but it does do almost everything better. Additions, refinements, and fixes all combine to create an appreciably improved experience, one that fully delivers on the promise of the first game. While Borderlands felt empty at times, this sequel is bursting with content and brimming with life, making it an absolutely delightful way to spend hours and hours and hours of your free time.

Deliver[s] a stunning presentation coupled with solid gameplay and a lengthy campaign.

Beyond the Sword's additions are primarily to Civ IV's core gameplay, so the expansion doesn't make a huge leap forward in terms of graphics or sound.

A unique and terrifically successful blend of strategy, tactics, and fast action. And it's only $20!

As a graphical showpiece, DiRT is an unbridled success. It also happens to be an entirely enjoyable rally racer.