On its own, no one element of the game would be remarkable, but combined and buoyed by the juicy story and the excellent cast, they make Yakuza 4 much more than the sum of its parts.

Flawed motorcycle physics and lackluster graphics hold back the potential of this official MotoGP racer.

Flawed motorcycle physics and lackluster graphics hold back the potential of this official MotoGP racer.

A number of small changes make MLB 2K11 better on the field than its predecessor, although the majority of the new game is identical to the old game.

A number of small changes make MLB 2K11 better on the field than its predecessor, although the majority of the new game is identical to the old game.

Artistic, formidable, and action packed, this remarkable strategy game is the best Total War yet.

Homefront's engrossing vision of the future and gratifying competitive multiplayer outweigh its squandered potential and workaday game mechanics.

Homefront's engrossing vision of the future and gratifying competitive multiplayer outweigh its squandered potential and workaday game mechanics.

Homefront's engrossing vision of the future and gratifying competitive multiplayer outweigh its squandered potential and workaday game mechanics.

This huge, time trial-based driving game is let down by budget production values and frustrating difficulty spikes.

Okamiden doesn't distinguish itself from its revered predecessor, but great visual design and well-developed characters make it engaging nonetheless.

This sequel is slow to show off its best features, but once it does, you won't want to stop playing.

Absorbing gameplay and an epic plot make this Dragon Quest remake worth the wait.

Great online options and an innovative experience system make this poker game difficult to put down.

Not every mission is a success, but charismatic characters and a great final stretch elevate this enjoyable add-on.

Even though MLB 11: The Show is an undeniably great baseball game, it is stuck in a bit of a rut with just subtle refinements setting it apart from its predecessor.

The second episode of this clever adventure series is even better than the first.

It's a shame that these intricacies were tempered by unnecessary simplification and unfocused storytelling. Nevertheless, Dragon Age II makes a strong impression, pulling you through with the promise of another fun quest, another character to meet, and another beast to slay.

It's a shame that these intricacies were tempered by unnecessary simplification and unfocused storytelling. Nevertheless, Dragon Age II makes a strong impression, pulling you through with the promise of another fun quest, another character to meet, and another beast to slay.

It's a shame that these intricacies were tempered by unnecessary simplification and unfocused storytelling. Nevertheless, Dragon Age II makes a strong impression, pulling you through with the promise of another fun quest, another character to meet, and another beast to slay.

This stand-alone expansion is the best iteration of Dawn of War II yet.

This downloadable content provides plenty of reasons to return to Albion--just don't expect it to veer far from what Fable III offered.

Enjoyable combat and a great loot system make this hack-and-slash role-playing game hard to put down.

What it lacks in originality, Pokemon Black more than makes up for with a vast world to explore and an absorbing battle system that's heaps of fun.

What it lacks in originality, Pokemon Black more than makes up for with a vast world to explore and an absorbing battle system that's heaps of fun.

An oddball attitude, some decent variety, and a dip into the surreal spice up Rango's otherwise tame action.

An oddball attitude, some decent variety, and a dip into the surreal spice up Rango's otherwise tame action.

A focus on intense combat makes this brief return to the Sprawl a satisfying one.