There is a lot to love in Lost Odyssey, thanks to the top-rate production values and story.

This episode is the weakest this season so far as in terms of humor, but is the strongest in terms of puzzle solving. However, Sam & Max fans want the hysterical gags the series usually offers, so they may be a little disappointed.

Easy to play, rewarding yet not condescending, this is a game I am happy that my child wants to play.

Safari Rescue is too simplistic to be for everyone, but the younger set to which the game is geared should enjoy the varied gameplay.

This game has a great concept to draw young people in to learn but at the same time play. I think it is a great way to get kids to love to learn.

I loved playing this game, even when it was beating me. It is fair, challenging and addictive. The triple threat of gaming.

While the game really doesn’t introduce anything we haven’t already seen in a shooter, the dinosaur-filled world and the intriguing story of revenge are enough to keep this game from being a bore.

The game would have benefited from a release date of last summer. It is a decent enough game, but just does not hold a candle to the other group of truly next-gen FPS on the 360.

A fascinating and interesting game. It won’t cause a new generation of gamers to rise up and create a revolution in gaming. Instead Culdcept Saga will please the audience that knows what to expect from the game.

Exceptional. The exciting (and exhaustive!) gameplay outweighs the camera issues and other minor nuisances.

While this forth chapter takes the spotlight away from Dante, Nero is a worthy hero to follow and thus making this an interesting sequel with a lot to offer.

An entertaining adventure game with just enough variety and inventive puzzles to please fans of the movie or books. There are certainly a few rough spots here and there and the visuals are not as eye-catching as they should be but the game has a number of fun moments that should not be missed by fans of the series.

You may be the biggest Spiderwick fan in the world, but unless you’re looking for a tiring gameplay experience that’s been done a zillion times before, do not let this spider crawl into your Wii collection.

While it’s far from perfect, The Spiderwick Chronicles makes for an enjoyable adventure, especially for young ones. Genre fans might find it a bit too simple, but those who aren’t above playing a “kid’s game” will find a surprisingly respectable adventure title.

The game will lose a lot of younger gamers mostly because of frustrating game design, like the checkpoint system or the lack of any sort of map. The upgrade and combat system is well implemented surprisingly fun to play.

Be prepared to fight off a lot of generic goblins with all your might. It’ll only take about six or so hours to speed through The Spiderwick Chronicles.

Originality reigns supreme in this unusual masterpiece. A must-own for puzzle fans everywhere.

Exhilarating. Exasperating. Joyous. Torturous. Assassin’s Creed: Altair’s Chronicles is a lot of things. Perfection isn’t one of them.

The controls can be a little frustrating, but this game played well.

If all you seek is the novelty factor and don't care about gameplay, My Horse and Me is a galloping time. Not a good or great time, but a time nonetheless. If any form of interactive entertainment is desired, you'll have to jump over many, many hurdles to find it.

Not a must-buy for everyone, but a must-play for every Twisted Metal fan. You’ll love the bonus stages, the chat with David Jaffe, and the series facts held within Sweet Tour.

The game is totally off kilter in its design and inception, but the good folks at The Adventure Company are on to something here and the next incarnation could be revolutionary.

Even though there have been many space-combat strategy games, Sins of a Solar Empire does a really good job of mixing various 4X and RTS games, and gives players a game with deep strategy that will keep them busy for a while.

Adults may find it a little yawn-inducing after awhile, but younger players who are animal lovers will have a great time with it.

I love the classic Bomberman in this game; in fact that is about the only thing I like about this game. The new content of this game is boring and not worth the price of admittance.

Extreme Justice is a worthy sequel to the first Pursuit Force but it’s far from a perfect game despite a few new additions and improvements. Still, its fast pace and action-packed missions will keep you more than busy from start to finish.

But don't let the "new" content have anything to do with your desire to purchase the game. For that alone, the price tag is much too high.

This game is a solid collection of mini-games with a complete Story Mode and addictive multiplayer; it’s just more of the same, however, and in need of a facelift.

Only the hardcore WWII naval buffs will get really get a charge out of this one.

It's just a really strange, weird game that probably should have been redone with more care.

Simple, easy to use and entirely effective. The frantic pace of the game and all-out blitz to get as many gold coins as possible makes for an exciting game.

Paradise is certainly the most ambitious Burnout title yet, with a full sandbox city to explore and the great racing mechanics and smooth controls that has been the series’ bread and butter.

An absolute blast to play, Paradise is the benchmark for sandbox racing titles on the PS3. The crashes are spectacular, the challenge is definitely there, and the game abounds with eye candy and easter eggs. This is, arguably, the best Burnout to date and certainly one of the best racing games on the PS3.

Yes, the battles lack finesse but when it comes to bringing the series to life this is one game that will not fail fans of the Straw Hat Pirates.

It’s too bad the open-world element wasn’t fleshed out more, because this game could have been spectacular. NMH is the Wii’s first third-party classic and anyone with a Wii should seek it out.

Rarely making you feel like you accomplished very much or gained a deeper insight in how well your right brain potential is measured, Mega Brain Boost lacks all the interesting tools that Brain Age possesses.

A charming and unique experience. Gamers with an open mind toward design will find a lot to admire here. It may even make you question what makes a game a game.

Days of Ruin is strategy game bliss. Its super addictive and exhilarating combat make it one of the hardest games to put down. You will hate it every time you have to stop.

PotBS offers different fare from the usual assortment of MMOs in release, and that is a good thing. The game, though, is not one that can be truly appreciated inside a week. It takes time to delve into the nuances of the game mechanics and to explore the depth of what is offered.

A major disappointment and a badly designed collection of mini-games that feel too rushed to be much fun on the Nintendo Wii.

A relaxing and fun game for anyone who likes trains and casual games. Players who require more strategy may be less enthusiastic.

Once you understand what the game is asking you to do, it is a decent title, but lacks a sense of urgency. The controls are fundamental.

Easy to jump into and play, not a brain tester or even reflexive in any sense, this is a game that – with a little thought – should be conquered in short order.

If at all possible, you should consider purchasing a different game. One that will justify paying what you expect to spend. A game that is worthy of being called a game.

I believe this episode to be a little superior to Ice Station Santa in the smoothness of the story and the good integration of puzzles.

It’s obvious to see that Tron hasn’t lasted the “test of time.” For only 400 MS Points, you shouldn’t expect much more than a straight up port with a few additions thrown on top.

The game is pretty and nice to look at, but ultimately shallow (I added that part) and while a distraction for a week or so, the game is too short and not deep enough to qualify for obsessiveness to get on the Live leaderboard.

Circle of Doom represents a different path from the rest of the series, but without the strategy elements that made the original games so fun, this entry feels like a repetitive button-masher more than a standout entry to the KUF franchise.

I hear the theme from Gilligan’s Island. I don’t know where it’s coming from, but the words are distinct – “A three-hour tour. A three-hour tour.” Once those hours have passed, you’ll be glad you’re not trapped on an island with this game.

If this game cost $20, it would be an absolute must-buy. As it stands, only true series fans are going to get their money’s worth.

Harvey Birdman: Attorney at Law isn’t the game that will create a resurgence in PS2 gaming. Instead we get a typical point-and-click type of game with a zany cast of characters that will please die-hard fans of the television show.

This game could have been a real heavy hitter, especially coming off of the holiday rush. Instead with unpolished controls, dismal graphics, and a mediocre soundtrack, this game will remain a shadow of what it should have been.

Zero Gravity is a large step behind the first Sonic Riders and it’s still a flawed racing title that makes this a Sonic game fans of the loveable blue hedgehog should skip altogether.

If you don’t know who the Cheetah Girls are, then you may want to skip out on this DDR title.

The Beginning of Destiny had all the makings of a wonderful Yu-Gi-Oh! GX title but its dull single-player story and little interaction with the world make this a boring and repetitive game.

Sea Monsters will hold as much water as a glass in your kitchen when compared to the depth of any other DS game available today.

Pretty tight controls and at least some relevant use of the Stylus. The game is not real innovative and becomes repetitive and boring.

Many of the games - including a few of the unlockable classics (like Yar’s Revenge) - fit wonderfully on the PSP. Then there are games like Centipede where the control scheme is not very well suited for Sony’s handheld and thus will become the games you will avoid.

Nights: Journey of Dreams delivers a second dose of the classic, 2D meets 3D gameplay that made the original Nights a success. It has its share of flaws – the lack of innovation is surprising, and the motion controls are the worst of the bunch. But as a whole, Journey of Dreams is a great adventure.

The biggest attraction to NeoGeo Battle Coliseum is the character selection, but everything else is below average.

I was hoping for more in a title like this and although I admit there is some fun in there, the real deal is that the game is lacking a lot of the qualities that make the Warhammer license.

A good game that really lacks inspiration.

MX Vs. ATV Untamed may not shine like a next-gen star, but it sure plays like one.

The technical departments, the visuals and audio, bring this ship down before it even left the port.

Many handheld games do justice to their console counterparts. The PSP version of MX Vs. ATV Untamed isn’t one of them.

While Untamed is thin in terms of depth, the gameplay is solid.

I’ve played better Flash games. I’ve played better racers on the Game Boy Advance. Those are both very sad statements that I hope I never have to make again.

Even on the Nintendo Wii the game just doesn’t possess the true essence of what makes a good boxing game work on the Wii. Do yourself a favor, boxing fans, and stay away from this one.

When all is said and done, the fun factor suffers from the repetition, and the game – while it fits the download concept well, and is a good arcade idea – stumbles in places that should have been shining moments. Arkadian Warriors is too much like Gauntlet, without the cleverness of the levels.

For $10, you really can’t beat the value of this game. Not only do you get a fully fleshed-out Kart style racer, but also deathmatch, a platforming puzzler, and Xbox Live support!

Long-time fans are essentially playing the same game rebuilt with a new graphics engine. But, do not fret – the gameplay is still whole-heartedly entertaining. For PS3 fans, the large-scale combat is particularly the most intriguing part to experience online.

What was once a very good franchise is starting to become a generic rehash with a few tweaks thrown in each year to sate the need to say something new was added. Yes, it is still entertaining, but it’s not the game one would have hoped it would be.

Not only does this sequel lack any real substantial upgrades, but the motion controls are without precision. However, there is a lot to do, and hardcore fans will likely find a lot to love.

Some things in this game will hold your attention, but so many of the games, like Bob Sledding, are just plain not. The game as a whole just lacks pizzazz.

The distinct factions make for some interesting encounters and require noticeably different strategies on the battlefield. This makes for increased replayability and definitely ups the fun factor. At the same time, it is marred by some longtime issues inherent in the genre.

If you own The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, you really can’t go wrong with this expansion.

“Broken” is the only fitting adjective here.

The idea is there and the graphical quality is solid, but the game misses on the setup to bowling the ball. Fix that and this download will be a decent diversion.

It’s great to see a kids’ game that is actually a good product and something that the kids will enjoy playing. Too often they are not. The levels are all interesting, and there is a good variety of puzzles and platforming features in each one. However, the hazards are difficult to avoid, and there aren’t enough save points or lives.

The biggest problem with WMMA is the lack of fighters, organizations, and content in the database. It becomes a big problem when all your biggest fighters have all faced off against each other and the only thing left to do is throw them in there with weaker opponents just to be able to fill a card.

This is a really bad game, and made even worse by taking such a cool license and dragging it across a desert of poor controls and ineffective ideas.

Above the annoyances and lack of originality is the absence of something every game needs to survive: fun gameplay.

Draglade has a really unique premise that will keep players attention for a while, especially with the multiplayer aspects.

This is a fun family game that’s burdened with some unfortunate technical issues. Beyond that, Kabookii’s only flaw is that it’s essentially a digital board game at video-game prices.

The History Channel implementation, level setup and graphic selections are A+ choices; it’s the execution that tanks the experience.

It’s not new, it’s not innovative, but hey – it still works.

This one was "done" in a single day.

The developers of Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 3 went above and beyond to create this game. The large cast ensemble and various game modes will have players occupied for a long time. The game only gets better since you are able to play online.

Having played two other versions of Puzzle Quest already (PC and Xbox 360), it’s evident that the Wii version is the weakest of the bunch. The controls, while sometimes precise and intuitive, are a mess with too many menus for the Wiimote/Nunchuck scheme and accidental mistakes that players will run into with using just the Wiimote.

SunAge is an unpolished traditional RTS with a ho-hum storyline and numerous shortcomings, making it a tough sell, especially in the already crowded RTS genre.

This is a decent enough game, and for the first 10-20 minutes you may find yourself grimacing at the rag-doll antics of your far-flung friend. Then it gets redundant. The challenge is still there but that is about all the game has going for it once the ‘impact’ of the graphics wears off.

The only two issues are the control scheme is not as good and many gamers might not be able to justify the higher price.

While the game has “style,” it is pretty much broken.

With solid gameplay, a fun story, and a great online component, Undertow is a great addition to anyone’s Xbox Live Arcade library.

I can honestly say that the universe Bioware created is the best I have encountered since George Lucas created Star Wars. Never have I been compelled to find out everything there is to a storyline as I did with Mass Effect.

After having hernia surgery, a friend (seeing how much pain I was in) turned to me and said, “It could always be worse.” Remember that while playing Godzilla Unleashed: Double Smash. It could always be worse.

Rock Band is about as much fun as one can have making music in a video game. Sure there are a few flaws that prevent this game from a flawless concert, but to pull all these elements together is a remarkable achievement.

While the build quality of the bundled peripherals feels a little flimsy and the whole thing is a bit pricey for many gamers’ budgets, the game is a wholehearted recommendation for any fan of music-based games.