Aviation enthusiasts and beginners alike will find hours of enjoyment with this title and tons of re-playability.

Provides an intriguing storyline that is sure to capture fans of the team-based tactical shooter genre.

Plays like the 2-D games of old, which is great news to any Mega Man fan.

The game is easy to jump into and play. The downside is that some of the controls can be a bit finger numbing. Holding down the left mouse button continuously for most of an hour or so is not much fun.

While the light RPG elements aren't suited for more hardcore RPG fans, the game's humor and wit make it worth a look for fans of the web comic.

For those who do play frequently, Spider-Man 2 comes across as a game that was rushed to market as soon as the developers perfected the one thing that mattered most. As it turns out, however, that one thing is just one small part of a big picture. Great web-slinging does not equal great fun.

The designers have done a great job with every aspect of the game, graphics, sounds, story line, car selection, tracks, options, you name it and they have done it and presented it all to you in one well rounded and polished package.

The game is far from perfect but it’s easy to look past the flaws when the game is too fun to even want to put down.

The controls are decent, the game poses it's own unique challenges and the multiplayer is straight up fun.

If you’ve never been to Hawaii, here’s a one-way ticket for $50.

The SIXAXIS controller is used well, adding a new element to the driving physics.

It definitely isn't a pretty game but when it comes to the shooting action Riot Response will not let you down.

A grand RPG with a great combat idea. It is certainly deserving of more than a mere look by PSP owners and RPG fans are likely to be enthralled with the create-a-combo pack idea.

Non-stop beat-‘em-up combat. Marvel: Ultimate Alliance is unquestionably the best action/RPG available for PSP. It’s exciting, addictive, and very well paced.

If you are a big music fan, and are willing to spend countless hours customizing your music, you should definitely check this game out. Otherwise, a rental will probably do.

This is a game that requires patience, preparation and persistence. Combine those three qualities for a successful hunt in a visually compelling game.

I'm disappointed that the story never pays off, and seems more like a bridge to a third installment (getting close to Earth). It may not be deep, but it is an exciting journey, and possibly the most frightening game since the original Dead Space.

There are plenty of action and match modes to forgive the small imperfection in the graphics and controls.

Wii MotionPlus doesn't disappoint. The tiny, $20 peripheral (you get one free with the game; the rest are sold separately) is everything it's cracked up to be - when placed in the hands of developers who know what they're doing.

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.

A truly well-crafted game that exemplifies what the term "family game" really means, a game that most ages can play and enjoy together. Kudos to Namco.

It's a graphical achievement, and it's a launch title no less. Sure, the plot is paper thin and the campaign is short at 5-6 hours, but for the price and the console, you'll be hard pressed to find anything better.

It’s an impressive and completely absorbing handheld game that does hack-and-slash action right as well as provide a story true to the Final Fantasy brand. It has its share of problems but they pale compared to the overall package.

If you’re looking for something which will provide some good scares with a pretty decent storyline and enough intense anticipation at times to literally make your muscles hurt, then this isn’t a bad one to check out.

This is not the type of game a casual civ/economic-sim player would want to tackle. This program is for game player that wants to exercise his or her brain.

Excellent graphics and sound, but may be spending too much time on that puzzle-heavy road.

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.

It's good for multiple play-throughs in a row. How many games can you say that about?

Tiger Woods 11 feels much more like a transitional entry to the franchise overall, and it's hard to imagine that the 2012 iteration of the series won't shift the focus to motion sensing devices like Kinect.

The game looks absolutely gorgeous, with dioramas made up of lifesized everyday items, as well as cardboard cutouts. The silent film style cutscenes have a certain charm to them as the play out, and they fit the Victorian time period that the game takes place in.

This game should have been a 90! But weak plot pacing and that feeling that something is missing kept it from being so. Still, it is a ton of fun to play and still sitting in my console.

THQ and Vigil Games did an outstanding job creating an intellectual property that has weight. The voice-acting is top-notch, the combat is exquisite, the replay value is high, and the world they have created is fascinating. Darksiders is a marvelous way to start out 2010.

Ys SEVEN's simple nature, light (and clichéd) story elements, and uber-traditional feel makes for a title that won't be the one to catapult the series into RPG stardom. However, if you're already a fan of the franchise, then Ys SEVEN shouldn't disappoint.

The Classics Collection Remixed might not contain the same blockbuster lineup of its console version but it's still a rock-solid assortment of games.

Sure, dealing with the interface can be irritating. That doesn’t change the fact that Avalon Code is as unique and satisfying a game as your likely to find on the DS, or any system for that matter. If you’re willing to put up with a little frustration to experience one of the most original RPGs in recent memory, then Avalon Code is for you.

Star Ocean: First Departure for the PSP is a classic role-playing game favorite and seeing it with a new splash of fresh paint makes this a great version to own even if you managed to play the game so long ago. For the majority of RPG fans that didn’t, however, playing this old-school classic is highly recommended.

A great strategy game. The game will appeal instantly to anyone who has played "Final Fantasy Tactics," the "Ogre Battle" series, or other strategy games for the Playstation 1.

The plot may be a little worn (as in borrowed), but the environments are well done, there is a nice variety of weaponry to be collected, and you really don’t have to think about what to shoot – you just kill anything that moves because you are the only human survivor.

Simple game mechanics, wonderful visuals and a good story all give Riviera compelling elements that should delight RPG fans.

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.

Fans of the strategy gaming genre will find tactical challenges aplenty as both a single-player and multiplayer offering so there’s a lot to love about this title.

I wish I can say that this is the closest to online gaming heaven you’ll ever get but it’s small faults are just too hard to ignore.

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.

Saints Row 2 has more than its share of technical problems throughout that hurt the experience, but when the over-the-top nature of the gameplay is firing on all cylinders, then it’s a blast.

With its great tutorial mode, DDR Universe is a fine entry point for those looking to get started with the long-running series. Also, the new quest mode and massive songlist will make it worth picking up for series veterans.

It's very fulfilling and a challenge. The graphics are very good, and the music sets a appropriate mood. If not for some camera issues and a bit of "unfair" attacks here and there, I'd rate it higher.

The game plays better than any other sports title released on the platform this season.

The gameplay will keep everyone busy for awhile, but after some time spent building the pirate island, things become more of a waiting game than anything else.

The graphics, gameplay, and concept are all well done. There is a bit of a learning curve, but players ease into the complex areas of the game.

Battlefield 2: Modern Combat brings to the table an exciting single-player mode and helps make up for the adequate multiplayer experience.

The light hearted silliness of Fenimore Fillmore’s antics is a welcome addition to the genre. The gag reel is tops and I wouldn’t mind a sequel one bit.

If you're looking for something competitive to sink some serious time into then Heroes of Newerth is one of the best options out there.

Somehow, Taito and Square Enix managed to take a 30-year old formula and inject new life into the classic shooter to make this one seriously addictive game for gamers both young and old school.

Discovering which control system works for each player can be a little difficult at first, mainly due to a lack of information on choosing the advanced controls over the easier All-Play methods, but there are choices and people of all skill levels will enjoy playing a game of football on the Wii.

If you want to enjoy a game that does not require a quick trigger finger, and is a game for everyone, give this a go. You will be amazed at how much time you will find yourself playing, even when your not at your computer!

A wonderful puzzler that is only slightly compromised by its visual makeover. A must have for any PSP owner.

By far one of the most unusual and surprisingly satisfying wrestling games and those fighting fans that don't mind a little tease will highly enjoy this one.

I haven’t had this much fun with a driving game since the first "Driver" game was released for Playstation 1.

Big on speed, really big on fun, and small on accurate passing.

I find myself comparing Brotherhood to Fable II; both are incremental releases to a pre-established formula, and both have a ton of ideas that are not implemented to the fullest of their potential. The difference is that what Brotherhood does, more often than not, falls just short of brilliance, yet even when operating at 80 percent Ubisoft has crafted a game far better than most others on the market, and the superb multiplayer puts it over the top.

An extremely difficult, linear, yet well-polished game. While it has its flaws, the game design is excellent, and the graphics are nice.

Good entertainment for young and casual players with enough quirky, stylized cuteness for curious gamers who find Japanese mascots endearing.

Technically impressive, The Conduit benefits from graphical prowess and solid controls, but falls a bit short.

The game does provide a challenge, but unlocked characters from GH 3 should have rolled over into this title. And while there is a great list of songs here, others that might have provided a little more variety to the compendium of the band’s best songs of all time are missing.

Its graphics are unprecedented, with gameplay and camera tricks that could not have been pulled off (in this form) in the previous generation. Hardcore fighting fans, however, are likely to be disappointed – and in the long run, turned off – by the lack of multiplayer enthusiasm.

If you have ever played "Diablo," "Dungeon Siege," or "Baulders Gate," than this game will become second home to you. The game has a very similar pace, but it does have a different flare to it by some of the gameplay additions such as solving puzzles and sneaking around.

The online play is fantastic and makes up for the mediocre enemy AI found in the single-player missions.

Wild! isn’t quite as large as Soaked, but it still offers fun additions for any fan’s park.

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.

A solid step up for the franchise, adding a cool new online community element and the great NBA Live 365 element is a pretty revolutionary element not just for the franchise, but for the sports genre as a whole. Unfortunately, there are some shortcomings that hurt the overall experience, like a barebones Be A Pro mode and a few on-court technical issues.

While it’s not as brilliant as it could have been considering the game’s timeline and setting, Assassin’s Creed is an astonishing gaming experience you won’t forget anytime soon.

The game does require that you can read well, the pop up boxes tell you what to do and not to do. It would be helpful for younger players if these instructions were given verbally.

A solid, entertaining slice of dual-genre pie. I like the puzzle fighting, I liked the plot, I liked the game.

A good action game that actually manages to make excellent use of its license.

Covenant of the Plume is a wonderfully diverse game with a deep and involving story that makes this one of the more rewarding Valkyrie Profile games available.

Appeals to a whole new crowd that grew up on creating distractions, using every single gadget in their inventory and dragging bodies into shadows. If Conviction is evidence of where Ubisoft is taking the series, they are about to win over a lot of new fans and potentially upset a portion of those already loyal.

The first cinematic racing game ever made. It does things that have never been done in a racing game before, things that we're only used to seeing in "Metal Gear Solid."

Solid graphically and in the audio department.

This is a game that Wii owners should have in their collections. It makes great use of the Wii-Mote motion controls, which is one reason to have a Wii in the first place. The game doesn’t require a lot of thought, but does require a lot of concentration and patience. A great way to unwind after a hard day of work.

PopCap Arcade Vol. 2 for the Xbox 360 is the best bet for your money if you like excellent puzzle games and an arcade-styled action game.

A well-done program, and it presents a nice twist not only on the original Monopoly title, but on the economic sim genre as well.

Overlord is a fun and original title that takes some great elements across a spectrum of genres and applies them very well together.

It's easy enough to learn the moves, and the tutorials at the beginning are fantastic.

SIREN: Blood Curse has a few problems with the gameplay, but is generally better than its predecessor and is a pretty chilling experience.

It will astound even the most jaded gamer with its seemingly endless list of improvements.

The sound is exceptional and the storyline manages to tie the whole program nicely together.

Even with the mildly troublesome camera issues, Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions is a smart-buy for comic book fans and action gamers. Its four scenarios will keep you busy for a while, and the swinging action shouldn't be missed. Take it for a swing.

Tecmo’s gridiron throwback is as addictive and fun as it was in 1989.

If you remember the joy of 8-bit gaming, Retro Game Challenge is the must-own nostalgic gaming experience you'll ever have.

Slick looking, sharply packaged, and a heroine who really packs a punch with a razor edge style: Oni is a game in its own realm when it comes to looks.

The only real sticking point with Spyro is a seeming ultra-sensitivity to the controls.

You have to mentally battle here, make decisions quickly and suffer the consequences of bad decisions. The single player game is tough; the online game is tougher.

The PS3 version falters when compared to the much-better 360 version by slogging down the framerate substantially.

The Bee Movie Game is a fun little romp with some funny moments tossed in for good measure and while it’s not an innovative platformer, it still has enough good things going for it.

Mafia II hits a few snags, be it due to an overly linear campaign, a seemingly empty world, or a handful of technical issues. However, what it lacks in those areas, it almost makes up for in character and a great story that you'll want to see through to the end.

Even with its small share of problems and the exclusion of a few features here and there, Midnight Club: DUB Edition for the PSP is a Must-Have for gamers that are in the mood for arcade racing at its most fun.

More of the same conceptually, but the highly polished gameplay makes it a joyous, must-play Spider-Man sequel.

Red Faction is not a classic, but the new Doom ain’t out yet buddy. Red Faction will allow you to practice the frag fest fever for the time being.