Great storytelling aside, Hell’s Highway is an utterly gripping and action-packed jaunt into the hellish frontlines that might not be executed as well as it should be but is still worthy of playing. Its glitches and somewhat unspectacular visuals actually keep this from being a brilliant game but it doesn’t hold it back from being fun either.

As if we haven’t seen enough WW2 shooters by now, Ubisoft chose to port these two decent shooters into one horrible compilation for the Wii.

While Animal Paradise’s biggest downfall is a lacking camera mechanic of any kind, other minor issues definitely plagued the game as well. The mini-games were repetitive and melancholy more than they were enjoyable.

Pure fun, Pure entertainment, Pure eye candy – that’s what you get with this title. The game does have some small failings, but nothing totally worth mentioning. What is compelling about this title are the tracks, the air and the way the terrain will affect your ATV. This is great fun.

The actual gameplay experience of Ford Racing: Off Road really stands out from the rest of the score. The game doesn’t cause you to crash and burn in wrecks due to bad controls or cheap AI. Unfortunately it is hard to swallow the whole pill of Ford Racing when compared to other racing titles readily available.

Samba de Amigo could’ve been one of the best Wii games of 2008, but unresponsive controls really mar the experience. The fiesta is still there, but it’s a bit of a letdown.

The truth is that the series’ hack-and-slash formula that had so captivated us is starting to get old.

The PS3 version clearing outshines the PS2 iterations, and the incorporation of online multiplayer, as well as the wireless controllers, is a definite boon. This is a whole lot of fun.

Recommended for children and adults who love humor, Shaun the Sheep is an appealing title that’ll hold your attention for a few weeks of your time.

Solid tactical experience that will provide hours upon hours of a play time.

Many gamers are going to dismiss Rhapsody out of hand as too cutesy, too girly, and just plain too weird. Still, the likable characters, fun quest, and lighthearted vibe add up to a loveable game that is well deserving of its cult status, and any DS RPG fan would do well to lighten up a little and follow Cornet on her quest.

Lego Batman is a good game. The main problem is that the developers haven't bothered to fix many of the complaints that many people have had with their previous games.

As a single-player game, Master Quiz just doesn’t cut it but there’s multiplayer fun to be had for those who enjoy a fun game show title fit for the PSP.

The SingStar franchise needs to rethink song lists. There are some new titles upcoming that might offer more variety than this one does.

Even with the lower standard of graphics and sound, the game is still above board in the fun department. I really like this title and thank it deserves some big time praise for bringing back the cool in single-player RPGs.

This game was made for a specific group of hardcore race fans who will dig the hour-long races and in depth customization. Mainstream race fans will be disappointed.

Far from the grandest of racing experiences, Baja doesn't achieve a new level of depth or excitement, nor can it compete with the existing batch of off-road racers.

de Blob is a fantastic experience, but one that I wish had more depth and challenge. I think this is the start of a great franchise (game, toys, or TV show) and one that will surely improve in its next iteration.

Colonization is exactly my type of turn-based strategy. I don’t miss the tech trees, and love the focus on economics and trade.

It's somewhat flawed, but SimCity Creator still has the core elements that make the SimCity franchise a joy. For those of you who have watched your speck of a city swell into a metropolis know what I'm talking about. And those of you who haven't, well, now would be a good time to start!

The most fun I've had with the SimCity franchise since SimCity 2000.

While the Brain Quest series does nothing in terms of pushing the educational genre, the games do everything when it comes to making an educational tool for children to enjoy and learn with. The controls are simple, the storyline is simple, and the questions are challenging for the selected grade level.

While the Brain Quest series does nothing in terms of pushing the educational genre, the games do everything when it comes to making an educational tool for children to enjoy and learn with. The controls are simple, the storyline is simple, and the questions are challenging for the selected grade level.

Nintendo fans will want to play through Wario Land: Shake It! but may not want to own it. The entertainment value is high enough to justify the thorough exploration of each stage.

In spite of the minor issues, diehard Kirby fans shouldn’t stop themselves from inhaling Super Star Ultra.

There are a lot of different types of animals, which is good, and they are attractive in their appearance. The longevity is questionable, as there’s not much incentive to play once all the animals have been treated. The price isn’t bad for a console game, though, at $30. Best for families with young children.

This is an adventure game that rises above the crowd in terms of great story and immersive gameplay elements. There is just the right mix of puzzles and dialogue, plus lots of action. The atmosphere is fitting, and the animation nicely done.

The real stars of this game are the gameplay and community. The game is multi-layered with enough of an open-ended experience to allow players to play and succeed in the manner they wish – whether in the RvR or as a PvE player.

The Force may be unleashed, but it's a bit more average than the dream Star Wars fans were hoping would come true.

Force Unleashed can be frustrating, and its flaws get in the way of having a good time far more than they should. But while it might not live up to the hype and expectations, it is one of the better Star Wars games out there, and a decent action game in its own right.

This is an above average action game with the added bonus of the Star Wars theme. The fighting is mostly good and the story is compelling. The controls could be tighter and the camera viewpoint better designed.

At 29.99 (USD), there’s no reason not pick this one up. Even if you haven’t played its predecessor, you can’t go wrong here if you are an FPS fan.

Though it is best suited for the hardcore strategy/RPG crowd, it's hard not to recommend Yggdra Union to everyone, as it is one of the most engrossing, challenging and unforgettable RPGs released in a long time.

The presentation of the game does a decent job of sucking you in while the gameplay tries hard to push you away.

Line Rider 2 is a unique experience for the DS that is only limited by a challenging interface. Yet once you get a decent track designed and watch your Rider sled away with reckless abandonment the excitement and fun kicks in.

Even gamers that never played a Dragon Quest game should be able to find the charm underneath the old-school gameplay.

Armored Core for Answer will completely satisfy any fans of the series thus far, and will even do the job for action or mech fans in general. Newcomers to the mech genre might find themselves lost in the customization options and level of difficulty presented.

Not an unexpected sequel but still a very good game.

This is a great game for those who love single-player RPGs, now that the story has been re-dubbed and explained better, the game is everything we had hoped it would be a year ago, only now they got it right.

Though its release is marred by a number of bugs, Clear Skies is ultimately a worthy addition to your library. Casual gamers will find it harder to enjoy than those who are more hardcore, but there is still fun to be had in the hollowed-out, desolate locales of the Zone for those with the patience and a penchant for challenging gameplay.

With this episode, Strong Bad’s Cool Game 4 Attractive People has gone from niche product to required playing for any fan of adventure gaming.

A solid buy for Drawn to Life fans, kids who love SpongeBob, and anyone who likes to draw.

An excellent sequel to Harmonix's new music franchise.

After all the expectation that was built up over the course of a year waiting, this just plays a lot like the same old PAIN.

TNA iMPACT! has a great license and great characters, it just doesn't use either of them correctly.

Unlike the WWE wrestling titles already available for the PS3, TNA Impact! fails to deliver a true grappling experience TNA or wrestling fans will thoroughly enjoy. While there are a few match types that really shine through, the grappling action just isn’t fun or diverse enough to do the brand justice.

Zoids Assault is a title that won’t win over too many new fans. It has low production values, the storyline is weak, the gameplay is standard and the audio isn’t anything special; all the makings of a below-average video game.

NHL 09 is a great hockey title, offering some fantastic new features, a deep Be A Pro mode, and some awesome online features.

If you are a sports fan, regardless of whether you would class yourself as a hockey fan, this is the game to play. It has the right pacing, can lure you in and brings a lot of depth and entertainment value.

While the game is successful in some areas and downright creative in others, Active Life: Outdoor Challenge is not be the most entertaining or most beneficial way to get in shape.

Not only is this a brilliant sequel to an excellent crime drama but it’s simply a bigger and better action game with a lot to offer. If you liked the first game you will love this sequel.

If you're a fan of the actual gameshow, you'll almost definitely get a kick out of the Wii version.

There’s something to be said for a game that can keep you glued to your tiny DS screens for hours on end without so much as taking a bathroom break. Incredibly addictive and fun to play, Viva Pinata: Pocket Paradise is one of those games.

If the fun NHL 2K9's developers were trying to bring back lies somewhere around the gameplay of Ice Hockey for the NES (the king of pick-up-and-play sports), they surely missed the mark.

If you can overlook the disappointing realism and focus on the tight multiplayer, NHL 2K9 may be worth a rental.

A unique game that’s perfectly suited to the DS.

It’s a fun puzzler and a reasonable Wii alternative to games like Lumines, but this retail release doesn’t really do anything to justify its purchase over the WiiWare original. Only true die-hard fans of the original or Wii owners with no ability to download should pick this up in disc form.

NO other game allows this much customization, and it is this customization that is the key aspect that really congeals it all together.

FaceBreaker’s gameplay is pretty simple, meaning that gamers of all types will be able to get into the game and feel comfortable with the controls very quickly. However, the overall experience does feel a bit shallow and might not hold your interest for very long.

A button masher with the graphical appeal of messing up your opponent’s face in predetermined ways, FaceBreaker is entertaining for a while, definitely fast paced and brimming with solid graphical elements.

Commando isn't for everyone. But fans of Metal Slug and other pound-you-into-the-ground, never-let-you-win shooters will appreciate what the developers have done with this game.

Marred by the controls, Warhammer: Battle March could’ve been something truly impressive with how upbeat the battles are. But in the end, it turns out that Battle March is much more of a wallflower than the prom king at the big dance.

Battle March adds some new features here and there, but doesn’t really add much incentive for players to jump back in, and the dated feel will probably prevent newcomers from taking the plunge.

Infinite Undiscovery is a decent game that has the potential to be more than what it is. This is a great weekend rental game, but nothing more than that.

Utterly charming, downright cute and one seriously enjoyable game that players of all ages can enjoy. As far as sequels go, this one doesn’t reinvent but the new content is worth the purchase price and even more so if you missed it the first time around.

Any good puzzle type of game is a welcome addition to a family’s game library. The interface will take a bit of explaining for young kids, and the automatic save has the potential to be frustrating for some. The tower defense design is good, though, and presents kids plenty of puzzle-solving fun.

This game accomplishes the goal of bridging the gap between the challenging real-time strategy genre and the child gamer and does a great job appealing to that generation. However, for even the casual adult gamer, the repetitive nature of the levels and the minor frustrations brought on by the simplicity of design might lead to just a good rental experience.

GTR Evolution is a fine addition to SimBin’s repertoire of driving sims, offering some great features and unrivaled tracks for fans of authentic racing games.

There are not many surprises here, but there is a lot of action and a great deal of entertainment value. Bigger and more robust than its predecessor, Mercenaries 2 is a solid action-adventure ride that combines role-play elements, solid characters and a sense of fun.

Mercenaries 2 gives you a big environment to explore (and destroy), tons of vehicles and weaponry, and varied missions, making it a great step up from its predecessor.

The PS2 version of Mercenaries 2 is barely a fraction of the franchise Pandemic created.

Look, the game is completely disappointing to young and old fans, and the fat cat has been around for so long, isn't it about time he was given a decent title?

A brief visit with an old friend that rekindles fond memories, this iteration of Freddi Fish is handled nicely. It seems to be on track for the targeted age group and is a treat with the light graphics and sound.

It's a fun game that takes what you know about zombie games, bends it on its ear, kicks it in the shin and then pours malt-o-meal on its head as it laying there on the ground, good times.

While there are many aspects of this game that are interesting, there are also many times when the gameplay is boring and lackluster. The story as a whole just doesn’t appeal or resonate, and the writing is bad.

When you play this game with a room of other people, and you find yourself laughing at all the gags and references to old games, you’ll be in love with this XBLA treasure.

The amount of customization is unbelievable.

If anything, Tales of Vesperia is one deep and enchanting role-playing game that manages to weave a good story and keep you hooked from start to finish. It certainly isn’t a revolutionary RPG but with a wonderful cast of characters and a good story, it’s hard not to find yourself thoroughly enjoying everything about this engaging game RPG fans will come to love.

If you’ve never played N or N+, then it’s suggested you pick up N+ on the DS as soon as possible. You definitely won’t regret the purchase of this stellar platforming puzzle title.

Without a doubt one of the most addictive platform/puzzle games on the PSP, N+ is one of those games that will complete consume you in the best way possible.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 is a good buy for anyone who loves the series and demands every update, and is a must-buy for players who have enjoyed this style of golf but have yet to add a Tiger Woods game to their collection.

Aside from a few issues with the motion control, this is the best golf game on the Wii right now.

While Tiger 09 is still a mostly solid golf experience (the best on the PSP) I cannot recommend this title over previous Tiger games. This game is a significant step back in gameplay that lacks some of the most vital elements.

Best suited for the Disgaea fan who loves the series solely (or at least primarily) for its gameplay, and for newcomers who will skip the story regardless of its quality.

For the players who love the Ferrari brand to death and want a game that demands every ounce of patience they possess, there might be something valuable hidden within Ferrari Challenge. But know that most players will not be able to find it.

This is more entertaining than Free Time and the apartment roommate element spices it up a touch.

The addition of animals and a spa to manage might be a welcome addition, or a much desired subtraction for fans of the franchise.

Harvest Moon DS: Island of Happiness is not an unplayable game by any means but the horrible controls simply keep it from being a fun game.

In short, My Chinese Coach gives you the necessary tools to go as far with this language as you'd like.

If the Challenge Mode offered some additional options then I know the game could have scored higher. Yet if you’re looking for a game to play with your friends Mario Super Slugger should still be on your list.

It plays very well. But without even a season mode, there is little in the way of lasting appeal.

Murder in the Abbey is almost exactly the type of game I most like, with great atmosphere and storytelling. I really enjoyed the cartoon animation, too. However, the conversations can get a bit lengthy and even I got tired of the endless talking sometimes.

It’s hard to stay immersed in the story, and the methods of solving the mandates become more like chores after awhile than fun things to do.

The gameplay is basic and while there is a bit of a learning curve, the game still has a few rough patches to work through.

It is a solid R&C release, despite its shortness.

This title is too conventional for its own good. Ultimately, there’s no compelling real reason to pick this one up, unless you just have to have another fix of the vampire mythos and don’t mind gameplay that can feel more like drudgery than fun.

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa’s lighthearted feel and basic gameplay should appeal to younger audiences and fans of the film, but the repetitive nature and lack of challenge will likely turn everyone else off.

Too Human is another game that falls in the “could have been much more” category. Even though this game has been in development for many years, there are just too many design flaws that keep it from becoming a “must have” game.