Novice players will find this one to be forgiving and experienced players should find enough tweaking to be found to make this enjoyable and not too easy.

Exciting turn-based battles that grow tiring from time to time. The strategic elements are the most interesting.

This product has great graphics, and solid game play. If there is a failing, it is the electronic manual, but the program interface helps guide players through the fundamentals.

A surprisingly fun title to have and play. I've spent more time with it then I normally would have because my kid loves it.

Need for Speed Carbon is another solid entry in the NFS franchise, not really a complete reinvention of the series, but rather an improvement with added features.

Despite these few quibbles, I’ve had more fun with this game than most of the other adventure games I’ve played lately. A good, professional job.

Hardware limitations aside, Test Drive Unlimited for the PSP does an amazing job of bringing all the elements found in the console version of the game to make this a fun racing title.

An excellent port of the card game to electronic form. Previous versions have been successful, but the story line and the racing added to this latest edition, plus the inclusion of new virtual cards, plus the limited edition physical cards included in the case, makes this a must-have for any Yu-Gi-Oh fan.

Is it fun? Yes. Is it graphically pleasing? Yes. If Auto Assault suffers from any problems they would be a repetitive influence in missions, and a lack of players, giving the sparse world an even sparser feel.

Only the monotonous music besmirches an otherwise delightful atmosphere.

GRAW 2 is not a revolutionary title, but it is a generally solid sequel that offers gamers a much wanted opportunity to become Ghosts again. Definitely worth a buy for fans of the genre.

With the exception of the bugs that I mentioned, this game is compelling. When you feel the need to play a game in any spare moment (bugs and all) you know that it's a good game.

A good reason to get off your butt.

One of the best side-scrollers of the season. It moves at a quick, mostly-steady pace that never causes boredom.

Dragon Ball: Origins 2 doesn't reinvent the wheel, but as far as by-the-book sequels are concerned, this is one of the best.

New features aside, this is the original Ultima Online spiced up a bit, but hoping to appeal to a new core of gamers. In reality, what this game offers is a cyber place to meet, greet and do battle.

It's a steal for a plane-ride or many a car-ride, but it definitely is not the kind of casual game you play for 10 minutes at a time.

A niche of WWII naval sim gamers will find this game simply awesome. Where the game lacks in eye candy, more than makes up in strategy re-playability, and realism.

It is both stimulating to the eyes and ears and will have you jumping out of your chair when the fit it’s the shan. The character rendering and animation is top notch.

I loved the approach they took in setting this game up. I see this as a fresh genre that I haven’t seen successfully implemented until now.

The story is interesting and fairly long, and the puzzles are engaging. Young sleuths will keep playing to the end to find out the culprit.

It falters in the single-player game just a bit, but there’s enough here to satisfy veteran poker players and hook newcomers in with a wide variety of card games, mini-games and a really great multiplayer mode.

Gather the friends and pop in this program for a ride that will have you snickering, sneering, confused, feeling inept and laughing. YDKJ 5th Dementia is adult humor at its irreverent best.

While not compellingly original, Frontlines: Fuel of War is still a delightfully engaging shooter that is best enjoyed online where the action really thrives.

A huge improvement over its predecessor, Just Cause 2 is a blast to play, offering a vast island to explore and great ways to do it... Unfortunately, the repetitive mission design and lousy script keep this from being a truly classic experience.

Like every Gauntlet game, the multi-player action that will keep you coming back for more. Gauntlet is in effect, the party game.

While not very deep, Defender is an action packed game that any shooter fan should enjoy.

While the storyline might ward off those who are driven by involving plots, the gameplay, fluid controls, and attractive graphics wrapped into a $39.99 package should provide more than enough fun and entertainment for any C&C or RTS fan.

I can’t help but feel this is a slight step backwards from Battlefield 2. Removing features players are used to just seems strange to me, and the levels don’t really provide an interesting backdrop. But the improved interface is a plus.

An addictive experience for any animal and zoo lover who may or may not be accustomed to sim games. Unfortunately, experienced simmers may find the game lacking in complexity or motivation.

Multiplaying is both fluid and fun and will provide an added shelf life despite the inability to toggle the difficulty settings.

Despite its limitations, Sims 3 manages to be the closest to the true Sims experience for people who want to play God on the go.

Battlefield 1943 is a blast to play, and does a fine job of taking the basic mechanics of the Battlefield franchise and capitalizing on them. Sadly, the game is awfully low on content, with only one online mode, 3 maps, and 3 classes.

A very good game overall. It could have used more interesting mini-games for replayability, and also more educational trivia, but the game itself is a hoot to play and will involve the whole family in the mystery. Much better than the last game, "The Secret of the Old Clock."

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.

Very polished and well developed.

This may not be the prettiest game, but it plays great. It's a little mellow, yet still very addictive.

Everything about this game is really nice, yet it feels like a current generation game with a higher resolution.

For those who recall Lara’s first exploits, this new version has a few surprises but remains faithful to the original.

As an XBLA release, concessions like simple graphics or a rough edge here and there aren't exactly gamebreakers. Beyond Good & Evil isn't a short game by today's standards, either. You'll get about ten hours or so out of the quest, much more than you'd squeeze out of comparable download releases today.

The most striking thing about GP Legend is the courses.

If you’re into customizable racing games, this one is for you. It’s hard to go wrong with the amount of options and car tweaking possible in this game. If you’re more into arcade racers, "Burnout Paradise" is still the king of the road. MCLA is a competent racer, however, and while flawed, offers an awesome driving experience.

While we wish the graphics, enemy AI and sniper bits were better, the online multiplayer is great and there are some great missions later on in the game.

A game that has charm, challenge and it is addictive fun.

It's nonstop action with some of the most unique combat moves ever found in a video game.

It is a breeze to get started and there are helpful hints to aid those new to the genre.

Beatmania is a great rhythm game, but it’s not intended for a wide audience. I don’t think too many gamers will have the patience to get better and enjoy the harder songs.

A flawed, repetitive, and wholly derivative Western RPG, but still manages to be a vast improvement over the original and should greatly please fans of Origins. Fans of Mass Effect may also find enough satisfaction here to hold them over until ME3 releases, but make no mistake: if only one Bioware title is nominated for awards this year, it will not be this one.

The majority of the games are fun and well-designed. However, having a multi-player option is needed for even more fun and replayability.

The puzzles could use some polish, and in the case of the final chapter, they're downright annoying, but the compelling narrative and strong characters are more than enough to keep most gamers playing right through to the surprisingly satisfying conclusion.

Players will have to figure out the game's controls for themselves, with only a simple button map as guidance, but they'll soon find the learning curve bends in their favor, and and gamers will quickly accelerate from petty rankings to the top charts-at least until a higher difficulty knocks their confidence out of whack.

While the visuals and sound are top-notch, combat is seen more as an annoying distraction rather than an enjoyable experience.

The bullet-time, wall-hopping, Agent Smith-butt-kicking gameplay comes closer to matching the film's battles than any game before it.

A great game for gamers looking for simple action, a good mix of enemies, and steady progression through the game.

A terrific simulation. It requires great reflexes, knowledge of the courses you are running, and quick decision-making – especially when the clock is ticking down on your attempt, and you are behind in points.

This is a good game for families in that it really does offer a lot for many different ages. While hard-core racing gamers won't get much out of it, everyone else will enjoy it.

Aside from the plentiful missions, deep Map Editor and challenging opponent AI, the gameplay makes for some fun moments with your Stylus.

The game may not do a great job in vertical movement, and you may have a time finding the right line that your opponent is on, but the game does a solid job of emulating WWE wrestling.

The game features some interesting additions to the monster-collector format, but isn’t as deep or compelling as other Dragon Quest games.

There are just so many things to do! While not all of them are fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Excitebots will make you glad you bought that circular piece of plastic known as the Wii Wheel.

While keeping the very essence of RPG without having to learn all the nitty gritty details, Summoner can give you a good show for your gaming money without causing beginners to take Gaming Math 101.

It's a shame there was no bonus content to justify the eight-month long wait, but the excellent core game is kept intact, and is sure to entertain PC gamers, assuming they have a gamepad to play the game comfortably.

Rogue Agent is rated "T" for "Teen," but the gameplay is no less violent than "Halo 2", minus the blood and gore. Humans are most vulnerable to headshots, something that the game pretty much encourages. I'm not complaining, I just want it to be clear to gamers that they aren't getting a watered-down package.

Lost Horizon reminds gamers that the adventure genre is still very much alive, can still be entertaining, have a gripping storyline, doesn't coddle gamers by having challenging puzzles that will have you saying "How did I not see that!" after finally figuring each one out, and that not all great adventurers need a fedora.

A terrific PlayStation title. It is complicated, features solid graphics, high-flying player-controlled action and outstanding soundtrack.

This is the best console-to-PC conversion I have seen in any game.

While never reaching the same heights as Metal Gear Solid 2, Headhunter is still a solid action game with a lot of bite.

This is a tough game to control, and has enough twists and turns to keep even hard-core fans of the genre involved and challenged.

NBA Street's greatest flaw is the fact that it is a port.

A new twist on an old favorite. Its graphical elements are engaging, and the player interface is familiar. This is a solid title.

Performing stunts is easy -- almost too easy, if you ask me.

Backyard Baseball does a great job of sustaining the pure addictive fun that is baseball without sacrificing its humor or little league appeal. At times I wish the game kept true to the rules of the game or kept some semblance of reality, but then again it’s the fantasy that keeps this one from getting boring.

The Wii Zapper is a decent peripheral, but it feels cheap. While I question some of the design choices, however, they're easy to get over. Link's Crossbow training is a great introduction into shooting games for those just now getting over Wii Sports.

The graphics are beautiful and along with the sound effects and musical score really immerse you in the game.

A unique third/first-person shooter that doesn't take itself seriously but still manages to keep trigger-happy gamers pleased with its over-the-top arsenal.

If you are a fan of the original game then this purchase is a no brainer, but many players will be disappointed with the lack of innovation.

It might not be as huge as Halo or as deep as the Call of Duty games but it is still a fun war game with enough bullets and heart to make this a worthwhile game to play this summer.

While this game is a great improvement from the last one, Sonic Advance 2 does run out of steam pretty quickly. You’ll feel as though you played this game before.

Like its PS2 sibling, NFL Street 3 is a rehash but still a must-buy for its intense and addictive Gamebreakers.

Certainly isn’t a major departure for the series but the visible improvements and perfect additions make for an entertaining romp that’s decent enough.

A thoroughly enjoyable strategy game with a number of challenging battle scenarios, Tom Clancy’s EndWar for the PSP is a brilliant portable game that serious strategy game fans should definitely not miss.

But in the end, there's something peculiar and odd about Limbo that keeps the attention of the player far longer than it should have. As I said, credit goes to PlayDead Studios – they've created a game that is fantastically weird and pleasant all in its own right.

A must have if you absolutely love the genre. The casual player however, may not find this to be one to add to their game library, but is definitely worth the price.

Fun, original and edgy, Geist is an action-packed ghost story that attempts go well beyond the usual shoot-um-up fare. It's a rare blend of bullet-fueled action and puzzle-solving that involves spiritual possessions of souls and objects.

Spectrobes: Beyond the Portals is a pretty substantial improvement over its predecessor, offering a great 3D aesthetic, fast-paced combat, an interesting fossil digging mechanic, and fun multiplayer elements.

Beautiful graphics and great 3D perspectives make this game quite appealing to the eye. The emphasis on managing can get old too quickly.

Aside from a too-sensitive TILT mechanism, there's some good family fun to be had, here.

A unique, exciting, and replay value-packed learning experience. ("Learning" in the sense that the game teaches you how to drive with a Wii remote.)

A real-time strategy contest where fast reflexes, faster decisions and military tactics combine to present an intense chess match for control of a planet.

NCAA Football 11 provides an outstanding dynasty mode that is as enthralling as they come.

Once the initial gloss wears off Shift is still a solid and enjoyable racing game. There should be plenty of parts of the game for racing fans to enjoy. However the controls and lack of identity might keep you from delving as deep into Shift as would with other racing games.

Dragon Ball Z: Burst Limit isn’t an innovative or groundbreaking fighting game. But with a new, more realistic direction and gameplay you won’t want to put down, Burst Limit is an arcade-style fighter that’s well worth your time.

Playing this game is as much of a nostalgic experience as it is a new one. It doesn’t replace the real thing; it complements it.

The Silent Hill Experience gives diehard SH fans something to creep and crawl over. You won't find it anywhere but Sony's luscious handheld. This is a great package that shouldn't be missed.

What I liked best about the game was the ease of play. You didn’t have to fumble through spells to see what works. If a spell could be cast, the appropriate spell would be used automatically.

It's a keep ya playing kinda game.

The graphics look fine when pulled back, but tend to get blurry the closer you get to the object of the zoom. And there doesn’t seem to be any way to rotate the camera to allow a better view of a single object or citizen.