A flair for the dramatic elevates Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 above its shallow combat.

A flair for the dramatic elevates Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 above its shallow combat.

Though occasionally enjoyable, this Force-powered sequel is a mere apprentice to its superior predecessor.

Though occasionally enjoyable, this Force-powered sequel is a mere apprentice to its superior predecessor.

This gorgeous world is brimming with humor and personality, but a bevy of technical problems and overly simplified gameplay distract from the fun.

Time Crisis: Razing Storm can be fun when it sticks to its arcade roots, but everything else in this shooter package misses the target completely.

It's not deep, but excellent music, inspired choreography, and improved visuals make Just Dance 2 a fun multilplayer experience.

The console version of the PC megahit lacks fluidity, though it's still fun in its own right.

The console version of the PC megahit lacks fluidity, though it's still fun in its own right.

Combining a serious focus on battlefield tactics with some enjoyable role playing makes Lionheart: Kings' Crusade a winner.

Excellent music and new creative opportunities make DJ Hero 2 one of the hottest rhythm games on the scene.

This golf game has fantastic motion controls but not much else.

A few technical problems aren't enough to sully this enjoyable and sophisticated adventure through the western wastes.

Unlike its more interesting predecessors, Arcania: Gothic 4 is a commonplace action-RPG with boring quests, rudimentary controls, and dreary character development.

Despite poor presentation, WRC offers a realistic and satisfying rally experience.

This wacky action game doesn't contain any of the fun hinted at by its goofy premise.

This rim-rocking arcade classic returns, and though it's missing modern amenities, it's still an awful lot of fun.

Another overhaul brings fun new gameplay to the Blue Dragon series.

Medal of Honor offers a cohesive campaign and fierce multiplayer competition for those who don't mind a little bit of tarnish on their first-person shooters.

The Dead Rising formula proves to be as addictive as ever, and a new cooperative mode and weapon crafting system are great additions to the franchise.

Striking visuals aren't enough to save this shallow brawler from being monotonous and frustrating.

This faithful but inconsistent throwback to the earliest Sonic games mingles high-speed thrills with a few too many frustrations.

Despite poor presentation, WRC offers a realistic and satisfying rally experience.

While you won't see its name on a blimp, cool community features and a great songlist make Def Jam Rapstar a sure bet if you want to get your living room bumpin'.

Superbly integrated puzzles and a captivating tale make Professor Layton's latest assignment worthy of your affection.

It's a shame there are still some hiccups that prevent this from truly soaring, and the online inconsistencies are downright crushing when you want to show off your skills to the world. But the core mechanics are so well realized and the presentation so lifelike that it's hard to keep away once you get sucked into the tantalizing ebb and flow of an NBA game.

It's a shame there are still some hiccups that prevent this from truly soaring, and the online inconsistencies are downright crushing when you want to show off your skills to the world. But the core mechanics are so well realized and the presentation so lifelike that it's hard to keep away once you get sucked into the tantalizing ebb and flow of an NBA game.

Enslaved is an affecting adventure that makes strong use of its characters and story to create a believable world.