While it certainly isn’t the best RPG to be released this year, it is the best Suikoden game in a long time.

While it is a bit awkward at first; having a handheld Katamari game outweighs the controls compromise.

While its interesting story ties in with the upcoming Splinter Cell: Double Agent for the major consoles, an interesting plot just isn’t enough to distract us from the poor visuals, atrocious controls and long load times.

A lengthy strategy game with a fair learning curve. It’ll take you an hour to understand the controls and combat system; it could take twice as long to grasp the massive ship-building system.

The excellent production value and a stellar song list will make Karaoke Revolution Country the life of the party for those that wear cowboy boots and say “y’all come back now, ya hear”.

While the game still strays from its console roots, the good story, interesting characters and fun extras are enough for returning gamers to go back for more.

The design flaws detract from the game, and there isn’t enough variety to make the annoying features worth overlooking.

Simple and straightforward without being on rails. Rebel Raiders is quick, cheap, repetitive action that'll get you through in a boring weekend (and other days when the repetition wears off and you have the desire to play it again).

Not overly hard to play, but this is a simplistic building/economic sim at best.

Not only will you feel like you're running with the Corleone family but as far as the mobster genre is concerned, it will not fail to reveal a true peek into what it really means to be a gangster.

One of those truly satisfying gems that show up every now and then, and one of the most brilliantly conceived role-playing games you will play this year.

You can spend hours upon hours leveling up your character, doing various quests, customizing your character to however you want before you even get on the main quest.

Tetris DS is the reason puzzle game fans will once again dream of falling boxes and it’s the reason it will seem like your Nintendo DS has been glued to your hands.

Metroid Prime: Hunters is a phenomenal game that uses the DS to its fullest potential in terms of graphical ability and innovation.

The combat is good but the computer AI is at times perfect in combat which is an issue. The linear way in which the game plays out hurts the game when compared to other RPG games out for the PSP right now.

Reminiscent of the classic PlayStation originals while adding a healthy dose of fresh stealth and action moments throughout, this game will hook you from start to finish.

There were a few moments of intensity, and a few minutes of excitement, but it’s not what it should be.

Not only do the graphics look outstanding, but the developers went even further by having some of the best audio I have heard for a PSP game.

Metal Gear Solid 3 was a fantastic game as it was, but all the additions included in Subsistence just pushes it over the top. You must own this game.

Controls play a big part of why I liked the gameplay. Scrat is a heart-warming character that anyone would become attached to.

Nearly every aspect of this game is perfect, and despite its historic roots, becomes a 'must own,' not only for Mega Man fans, but for every PSP owner out there.

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.

Manny, Sid and Diego are fun to play with, but having to keep swapping around endlessly is rather tiring.

The amount of minigames that you can play and the unrestrictive levels really put it above other tiles in the same genre.

Even at its bargain price, the game is over way too quickly and the online multiplayer brilliance of past Rainbow Six games is a flawed experience in this game.

It's a good title for your young gamer or even for those players who like their adventures a little more light and funny, because this game is certainly that, funny.

The concept of the game represents creative thinking the industry desperately needs. In execution, however, The Outfit falls short in delivering a gaming experience gamers will keep coming back to. War fans need only rent it.

The safest purchase you'll have this year on the Xbox.

An intense single-player campaign all the way to the very end will keep offline players yearning for more. The teammates need some sprucing up but that’s hardly an obstacle.

It's the standard point-and-click adventure/horror/mystery game that has been around for years. The ability to look around to several different areas of the same area is a welcomed feature but results in some problems in moving to different areas in the game.

While it may not be neck and neck with the big boys yet, the series has however now become a legit contender in the RPG genre.

The game’s most glaring faults are just too hard to ignore and the visuals aren’t as remarkable as it could have been. If you’re a fan of college b-ball or missed out on the original Xbox version, then you might want to consider buying this.

The biggest problem with this game is that it has no sort of multiplayer capability, otherwise Pursuit Force is a heck of a good time to play; hard, but fun.

Quite possibly the best game in the series, Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams delivers an enjoyably deep and epic action-adventure game fans new and old will relish.

Intense, amazing and spectacular gaming fun.

Despite the intriguing strategy segments, its repetitive battles and very limited game modes might not win over any new fans.

This game was fun for a couple hours, lasted only a few, and left me wanting to go back to watching the anime series.

Naruto: Clash of Ninja is a pretty fun game that would have been a lot better with more depth in the fighting controls.

The Yellow Avenger, however, doesn't even have what it takes to appease the series' most diehard fans. It's not a disaster – just a thrill-less adventure that stars one of the world's most popular cartoon characters.

Pokemon Trozei is different, addictive, and has some great multiplayer options.

Despite its dated gameplay style and way-too-numerous battles, Tales of Phantasia is an enjoyable role-playing game fans of the genre will certainly enjoy.

What self-respecting Tolkien fan can be without this title? While the game does have a few stumbling points, this is a well-done RTS that enables players to experience the turmoil of the fantasy world, or just to create their own legacy within this fantastic realm.

It is deceptively simple to play, yet engrossing enough to make you think about it in your sleep. I seriously will not play the game within a few hours of bedtime.

It's thrilling in a way that gets your juices flowing.

Linear mission structures and forced grouping – with no crafting, housing, PvP or end-game – make DDO: Stormreach a short experience.

Be prepared for a odd mixture of other games with the 24 presentation and story.

This is one of those games you’ll look forward to, have a brief amount of fun with, and then wonder what went wrong.

Ys: The Ark of Napishtim falls short in innovating or creating something fresh from an old idea.

Sadly enough, the game has all the right elements but it’s too hard to ignore flaws do a great job of overshadowing the good stuff. This is not a bad game, just a poorly designed one.

It’s not only one of the most bland racing games available but it also manages to take a list of gorgeous cars and an interesting concept and make us wish we were playing a much better game than this one.

The Show is THE baseball game to get. It's got the best batting and pitching controls, the most entertaining mini-games, and the most replay value.

Quite simply the best handheld baseball game you’ll own on the PSP. Think of this more as a tighter, extended version of last year’s game with shaper visuals, better sound and a Career Mode anyone who calls themselves a baseball fan will simply go bonkers over.

I can forgive the horrible controls because so much attention was given to the story, the graphics and even the gaming experience.

A great game, an accessible shooter with mainstream appeal, just what the Xbox needs in its twilight hour.

Final Fight: Streetwise is mediocre, and that's it. The mini games aren't inspired and as simple as they get, the fighting system is fun but gets old, and the story is boring.

Surpasses the original, giving gamers a title that's worth playing and worth getting addicted to. On the down side it suffers from the same repetitiveness that other sports games have to fight so hard to avoid.

The jump and action buttons are very responsive to what Peach needs to do in order to save her friends.

The great controls, fun game modes, interesting track design and vehicle mixing make this game a real treat. The really long load times, no major career mode and lack of online play will make fans cry.

An average animal simulation game at a budget price. Worth a look if one loves African animals, but players wanting deeper strategy in their simulations may want to pass.

This is a good fighter but it could have been much better. Still, the game is entertaining, challenging and looks good.

The overall game is very solid, and it really is pointing out excellence to say that the only complaint is a faint lack of anything new. Galactic Civilizations II is an extremely well developed game.

For a light session with a favored city, this is a fun enough game for short periods at the computer.

The series’ most notable feature – unparalleled speed – was somehow lost on this installment. Frustration prevails, an element I hope is excluded from all future Sonic releases.

A bit disappointing. A portable version of Monkey Ball this is, but perfect it is not, and that's too bad.

I’ve always wanted a Gundam RPG. Despite its many issues, I’m glad Bandai finally took the steps necessary to make it happen. It’s a flawed disappointment, but it was worth checking out.

The PvP system is flawed and that dampens the experience and entertainment factor. Sure, there is an adrenalin rush, and you have to keep on your toes, but it does grow old after a while, and players who find themselves being ganked continuously by squads of PvPers who are exploiting the system may soon head for other pastures.

This is a title that is fit for the Asian style of gaming, which means it is long on grind.

The amount of variety is good, with lots of powerups, goodies in the gear shop, and all sorts of different gaming modes for single or multi-player. But the tracks are schizophrenic, and uneven in design. Some are frustrating, and some are too easy.

The most intense, most cinematic boxing game you’ll find on PlayStation 2. Fight Night Round 3 pummels players with an improved in-the-ring experience, pulling the camera closer to ensure that even stoic gamers feel the hardest hits.

It, much like Oscar De La Hoya, not only looks really good but also puts up quite a memorable fight well worth your time and money.

Some of the fights, especially early on in your career, are over with in less time than it takes to load the bout. But that aside, this is a title that is fun and addictive.

Not bad for 20 bucks, but when I think of the hassles of going back and fourth between disks, I would just rather play another game compilation or fire up a console.

While there are some seriously entertaining mission scenarios, the single-player campaign is marred by poor enemy and teammate AI as well as some straightforward levels that have you zipping through them way too quickly.

The only problem with this game is that it could have been so much better. The game's land battles tend to get repetitive but thanks to the wide variety of missions and options, this game will be playing in your PC for a very long time.

There are just too many flaws within the good ideas they had. There isn’t enough lasting appeal, or any real excitement, to recommend this one to anybody.

Offers some unique elements, and a fun rewarding experience even with some control issues. If you like the hip hop scene, or are interested in graffiti, you will enjoy this game.

Pushes the pedal to the metal but it runs out of speed way too quickly. It’s a game with all the right elements to give "Twisted Metal" a run for its money but as it stands this is really just a simplistic racing game that could have been a lot better considering the power of the Xbox 360.

Grandia III hooked me in every other way possible, which is an amazing feat no doubt. I love it and am glad to have experienced it. But unlike RPGs with a great story, which I must experience again and again, I can't see myself playing through Grandia III a second time.

For 20 bucks or so it’s not too terrible for the money. This will most likely appeal to younger players or those who want to jump in and play without spending time thumbing through an extensive manual.

Rugby fans, EA Sports have finally given us a great game worthy of the hard-hitting European sport. EA Sports Rugby 06 not only looks like a realistic game of rugby but it also plays like a dream.

A solid sequel to "Feel the Magic," but the DS has been out a while, and using the system to play a variety of quirky mini games is not exactly foreign territory anymore.

A good version that offers choices in terms of gameplay and difficulty, but doesn't have many options in terms of graphics or sound.

It's exciting, engaging, and is unlike any other real-time RPG on the market.

While it certainly lacks in the game mode department and the presentation can be a bit disappointing at times, the games plays great and does a great job of bringing us a good sense of what Arena football is all about.

Despite a questionable control system, Street Fighter: Alpha 3 Max has proven that the fighting genre still has some kick left in it, even in the portable world.

As the umpteenth port it can’t score as highly as original and exclusive DS titles, but as a handheld survival/horror game it is everything I wanted.

All the storylines were so creatively done it’s a wonder that Westwood or EA has not jumped on the bandwagon and gone Hollywood.

This is as close to a complete package you can get.

This game just misses the mark of its target audience, due to the frustrating moments caused by the too sensitive controls and other logistic problems.

With the special containers hidden on other levels, new anime cutscenes, and various other additions make this game a worthy purchase for anyone who is a fan of the Mega Man X series.

A charming mini-game collection, but one that could have used more “oomph” for staying power. Still, families with multiple children will probably want to take a look, as it does offer some variety and no violence.

Increasing the difficulty rating doesn't really make them more challenging, just more frustrating.

New modes such as Turbo Mode and Bloody Palace, are definitely something that should attract hardcore gamers to try out. Using Vergil is great but he’s overpowered quite a bit.

Torino 2006 doesn't come close to bringing gamers a true sense of what the winter games are all about nor will they feel like this is a game that makes even the dullest events seem fun.

With a solid online racing mode as well as other modes that will occupy your time for quite a while, GT Legends will not leave your PC for quite some time.

Load and Fire batting is the first of its kind for a baseball game – you’ll grow to love it regardless of how difficult it seems at first.

Unless you're a big fan of Samurai Showdown, be careful with this one. Even if you love 2D fighting games, this one is not like Street Fighter or Guilty Gear.

I liked that there were many destructible objects that you could shoot just for grins plus I liked the auto save feature. The game’s storyline was intriguing and the cutscenes were done well.