It offers breadth, scope, and a quality graphical presentation and level design. The game offers plenty of challenges, tempting the more avid gamer into raising their ratings even after completing the fields to fulfill their quests.

This is a great game, but more so if you don't have Fritz 8. I do not think there is enough variance in the upgrade to warrant running off and getting it.

While there are some control issues that feel a bit under whelming at times, the scenarios, battles and war machines to command make this a fun Xbox 360 game.

The controls are a bit sluggish when it comes to targeting and the game’s load times are typical. The game is also a bit linear and the puzzles are not particularly detailed.

If the graphics and audio were sharper, this could have been an editor's choice, it's that fun. But given that it is a value-priced game, the spit and polish isn't there, too bad though, this game is addictive.

Old-school charm aside, the game’s story, characters and loads of goodies are enough to hook anyone interested in a role-playing game with a lot of heart.

Just don’t expect a revolutionary, mind-blowing title.

An acquired taste. It's not a completely impossible game, but it seems built more for the scholars than the routine puzzle/platform gamers.

If Kung-Fu Panda is your absolute favorite movie and you’ve already memorized the first game, you’ll probably want to play this. Otherwise, Legendary Warriors isn’t worthy of your time or money.

Considerably challenging yet very straightforward, the game doesn’t offer enough variety but it still manages to remain fast-paced and action-packed. If you like a good portable flight combat game then this is the game for you.

I think I may like Lumines a little more overall, but I really do think the multiplayer is easily the game's strongest selling point.

The game requires a lot of patience. There will be long stretches where you simply move your boat (which moves very slowly, might I add) across space, doing nothing. The combat sequences are few and far between, although they are very well executed.

The awkwardness of the gameplay aspects greatly diminish an otherwise fine product.

A terrific treat for the eyes. The gameplay is simplistic and veteran gamers should pass on this, as it won’t be a diversion for long. But younger players may find this a wonderful little arcade adventure in a lush world.

A cute and fun platformer with lots of variety. The item collecting could be more fun, but the other aspects are engaging, especially the bunyip machine levels.

For the first time in my life, I was completely engrossed in a Star Wars game.

The best thing is that this version allows gamers to play with their friends throughout the game cooperatively, which is a blast. If you got the first game than you will definitely want to play this one.

Complements "DDR" in the same way that strawberry jam complements peanut butter and bread. Peanut butter is fine by itself. Mix it with some homemade jam and you may never eat one without the other again.

A decent adventure game with a lot of historical nuance, and one that most will enjoy. Better integrated puzzles and more thoughtful clue finding missions would improve the overall quality, but what is here is still fun.

There’s enough violence in X-Men Origins: Wolverine to please comic book fans.

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.

While the combat is a bit too much on the button mashing side, the RPG elements are solidly implemented and the different stories make for a branching experience that hardcore Marvel fans should check out.

A pretty fun RTS with some interesting units and story elements. However, the game still ends up being a little derivative and runs together with a lot of other titles in the genre.

But it still offers a competent and entertaining adventure that will keep games busy at least for a short while. At least if you buy the boxed copy you know where to go to find the new episodes.

I like the Sacred universe and RPG fans will too; problem is, there is plenty other RPGs out there that bring a bit more competition for your highly sought-after gaming dollar.

While the game drops the ball a little bit in terms of storytelling, it’s still a solid RTS that fans of the genre should take a look at.

If you have played Storm, and don’t mind the slightly dated stylings of this game, you should still find yourself entertained.

As with the almost limitless number of mini-game collections coming out for the Wii, the overall goal is to have fun. If you can’t find something fun with TV Party then I don’t know what game you’re playing.

A light-hearted and entertaining aerial combat adventure. Snoopy Vs. the Red Baron soars above and beyond most other flight games, kid-targeted or not.

The only problems are the longer-than-generally-accepted load times, and the long cutscenes.

The game has a short learning curve and the AI ramps up nicely to present a very solid and challenging experience.

The controls are very well done. The combat system takes a little getting used to, but the movement and interaction controls are easy to use.

Aside from sub par graphics and some AI issues, Men of Valor still remains a very solid interpretation of the Vietnam War.

Easy controls. Great sound. Outstanding graphics. Original commentary. Challenging gameplay.

The control is great and unique, the modes are plentiful, and the multiplayer mode is a lot of fun.

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

The storyline is really showing its age and aside from new some new features to make the game a bit more convenient (as in more storage space), this is a case of second verse same as the first.

Generally speaking this is a decent game that with a bit more polish could have proved to fix some of the technical issues and improved the overall experience of the game as a whole.

Shattered Dimensions is not the greatest Spiderman game of all time, but it absolutely ranks among the best on a handheld unit.

A wonderful cast of characters, a decent if not simple puzzles and foes ­ all of which is somewhat spoiled by some game-play problems.

The timer may be problematic for some children, but kids who thrive on competition will have a blast.

Packs an amazing amount of depth, challenge and excitement.

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

A fun, deep, and lengthy action-RPG that’s perfectly suited to the DS. The myriad customization options keep things fresh and add replay value, and the story impresses with its writing and presentation.

A fun and fast game, the graphics, gameplay and sound are all above board on this one. Easily worth the ten bucks.

Expands the entire world, though the focus in this one is on community involvement. Players not part of organizations can still participate in the invasion scenarios, but this is definitely targeted toward in-game organizations.

There isn’t anything exceptional about this game, but it compares well to most adventure games being released today. Fans of Broken Sword won’t be disappointed.

It’s like a movie that you can recognize as being a well-made effort, but doesn’t actually engage you all that much.

If you're a Wii-only player without other options, Virtua Tennis 2009 is worth a few swings; otherwise, you might want to rent it and leave it at that.

In today’s world, a lot of gamers are looking for high-def graphics. As King of Fighters lacks that, it makes up for it in gameplay and sound, presenting a fighting experience that you won’t soon forget.

A great creation system, deep dynasty dynamics, amazing animations and terrific play-by-play are the hallmarks of this title. EA Sports, though, needs to get a better framerate to go along with the high-definition graphics it is pumping into the license.

As fun and addicting as it ever was. It sports exceptional production values, a lengthy, unique set of songs, and to put the icing on the cake, ravishing online capabilities.

Graphically, this is a very solid and good looking PS2 title.

A solid racing program. Great attention has been paid to the details of off-road racing, and you can enjoy every jolt and bump from a driver's perspective.

Not the best version of this really great game.

It could have been better in a couple of areas, graphics, and sound. However, I did enjoy the game, and loved the way it was presented.

It was designed for the DBZ watchers of the world, and that's just who it's going to satisfy.

The personality and surreal art style of Earthworm Jim HD win out over the fidgety controls, but they aren't capable of moving the title into the stratosphere of a must-buy.

Much like its 80s predecessor, this compilation feels like it does not capture what made the 90s so dynamic a time in music.

Charming and loads of fun, Thrillville: Off the Rails is a truly enjoyable gem that is a slight improvement over the original.

The latest iteration of Yu-Gi-Oh! is a very solid package. The tried-and-true game mechanics of the card game translate well into the video-game version.

The great gameplay, good graphics and inclusion of both games is enough to make this a must-have for fighting-game fans.

It’s a recommended must buy for Yu-Gi-Oh! fans since it’s a refreshing take in the video-game medium that breaks away from the droning card-battling games of the past.

The action begins to feel repetitive far sooner than the non-stop carnage suggests it should. [May 2008, p.72]

The Wii control scheme fits this game very well, and when coupled with a good story and incredible cast, the result is a game that is very entertaining.

A title for hardcore Aerosmith fans and gamers that must have their next Guitar Hero fix. If you’re a casual Guitar Hero gamer you might be hard pressed to justify getting the game since the core Guitar Hero experience hasn’t changed.

The Wii version of Tomb Raider Anniversary won’t pull in those who have already played the game on PS2 or Xbox 360. Everyone else, however, will be pleasantly surprised by the Wii remote implementation. This is one tomb that should be explored thoroughly.

A fun, albeit no-frills, collection of one of the most beloved franchises in arcade gaming and a great value for hardcore fans of the series.

Though viewed from the third-person perspective, this is still a terrific shooter game that dances on the fringes on a role-playing program. With its rich graphics, solid story and great audio, Oni is a sure-fire hit.

Lacking in every way this game is good only for small kids, desperate mech-fans, or fans of the series.

Consider this, you can play the game almost anyway you wish, with strict rules or with the attitude. This is a game that is highly entertaining to play and watch.

Sammy Studios and Asmick Ace have done a remarkable job in creating a fast-paced aerial combat game that is easy to jump into and play, and looks amazing to boot.

For all of you audio purists out there, you will be ecstatic to know that the KOEI has given games the option to listen to the original Japanese or English dialog.

A very deep and complex game, which will appeal to the crowd that this game is made for. However, the gameplay is a bit complicated, and may alienate more casual strategy gamers. Only hardcore strategy fans need apply.

What was really surprising to me is that this game was in 3D, and the best part is that it didn’t feature that many slow downs.

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

If only the battle system, so integral to the enjoyment of a game, wasn't so blasé, Shadow Hearts could have easily jumped up into one of the best surprise games of the year.

I spent hours tinkering with the game just to find all the options and explore them. It has a good design and good graphics.

Carnage, carnage, carnage. That's what you get when you open the box. Medal of Honor: European Assault may not be the most challenging game in the series, but it's certainly the most brutal.

Budokai Tenkaichi 3 is a “more of the same” sequel, but its still-addictive gameplay presents a problem: if you buy it, you’re out $40. But if you choose to rent it, you’ll likely spend more in the long run since the game is hard to give up.

Star Wars Battlefront fans will certainly find a lot to like about Renegade Squadron and, even though the controls can be a bit frustrating at times, all the changes and fun game modes make this one worth a look.

Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier is the game that tries to reinvent the wheel yet loses a wheel in the process.

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.

One of the most impressive first-person shooters you will play on your Nintendo DS this year. Very few shooters on the DS will cheerfully have you enjoying every second of this game and with enough reasons to keep on playing you should definitely consider buying this one.

If you have younger ones that liked the movie, or Pixar movies (even if they haven't seen the film), then Cars is probably a good and pretty safe purchase option which will keep them (and you) amused for a while.

Smash Hits is certainly not for the die-hard GH fan that probably already has all the releases from which the song list was culled; however, for those who got their feet wet in World Tour, this is a great revisit to songs from earlier releases now configured for entire bands to play.

Disney Epic Mickey is a good game that ultimately didn't live up to its potential, but that doesn't mean it's not worth playing. It gets increasingly more fun, especially towards the end, and it's sad to think that some players may not make it this far due to early frustrations.

While it may not be for everybody, EoD provides a great wrecking racing experience that I personally think is better than any other one out to date.

What the collection lacks in extras it makes up for in value, as there is no better (or cheaper) way to get your SNK fix on the Wii.

While it plays like the GBA version, the DS gets good multiplayer action worth the purchase price alone.

Multiple tasking with multiple weapons makes for a wild ride, and I like that, boy does it get hot and heavy at times.

This is a game that is a baseball purist’s delight, only dampened by the complex interface and steep learning curve.

A fine WWII shooter, but doesn't quite capture the pure intensity of the PC version.

This game is pretty much like all the other DDR games, but doesn’t offer quite as many features as past versions. The campaign mode is weak, and the overall strategy is lacking. However, the actual dancing is as fun as ever.

A very solid, playable game that stands above the vast majority of the games in the rhythm and dance genre.

Thus far the DS has been met with innovation from the adventure, simulation, puzzle, and mind-teaser genres, but this is the first action game that has made a serious impact on Nintendo’s handheld.

In terms of what it brings to the table, it’s a bunch of the same ole, same ole, but that isn’t necessarily a bad thing since the series was very good to begin with.

The challenging nature and plethora of attacks allows you to go back to the game quite a bit. While it’s a pretty wacky game, it’s all in good fun, and more importantly, it’s actually funny.