Travellers Tales did a pretty good job of getting the most out of this license and there is enough stuff to do, that you'll be coming back to it.

A cute and fun game that is sure to please most kids. The theme of earning money for a gift by doing odd jobs is a good one, and ties in all the game features very well.

The eye candy will lure you in, the gameplay will keep you intrigued and the free-roaming feel will keep you occupied for hours. X3 – Reunion takes the X franchise to new heights.

Here we have more tech than anything in the old arcade cabinet games, and most first- & second-gen platforms - yet it plays like it's old and dusty, not a classic.

While it lasts, it’s a hoot, but it’s all over much too fast.

Addictive, entertaining and just plain fun, The Movies gives players creative freedom no other sim has offered.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is a good game, but it is more "muggle" than magic.

Controlling with a gamepad is so much easier to move and aim spells. I would go as far as saying that it is a must.

The eight-way direction of the controls are much smoother than other comparable titles. Players will be able to jump into this game with zero hassle.

The career mode will suck a lot of hours out of your life as you try to get the best pad around.

The real 'Must-Have' game of the year for anyone who owns a PSP. It’s single-player game will steal your heart but it’s the perfect multiplayer mode that will steal your soul.

It’s a game that truly brings the Wild West to life with its good story, interesting side missions and leather-slapping action. While it’s on the short side, the ride is fun while it lasts.

It is better played on the consoles so I advise that to be your first option.

You’ll easily drag yourself to play this twice to make sure you beat the entire game and completed everything. Whether you enjoy it both times is a whole different question.

From rock to pop to the genres in between, Karaoke Revolution Party has got it covered.

Controlling the characters is still quite awkward in that old Resident Evil kind of way but the real treat comes in the form of the Camera Obscura and the fact that you can play as two other characters.

The ability to play as both the Host of Mordor and the Fellowship is noble, but the lack of character customization really takes away from the charm of this franchise.

If you forget about the weird tell animations, the constantly repeated phrases and terrible voice acting of the players then the actual poker in the game is decent. Just remember, let the suckers go out first and then you play.

This is essentially the same as the DS version minus the touch and dual screen features. Unless you hold the games side-by-side as I did you won't be able to pick out many differences.

Operation Flashpoint: Elite doesn't rise above its various imperfects nor will it satisfy even the most hardcore shooter fans looking for a good shooter fix.

I would really like to play this game with its ability to have three live players. I believe that will hurdle the fun a great deal.

With a healthy dose of game modes and songs, you can't go wrong with a game that encourages dancing and singing, and just having a great time with a group of people. Play this one loud, karaoke fans.

Is GUN the definitive Western game? No. But it is darn good, and fun to play. The action is well paced, the story is very well done, the game looks great and the audio is a definite treat.

The game has some amazing graphics and a style that is hard to match. If you've never played a Viewtiful Joe game and you want a quick experience then RHR is a good place to start.

While it could have had more movie/book elements tied into the gaming experience, the existing game is fun enough.

To say that this game is addictive would be an understatement. To say that it's infectious would be one as well.

Gun, overall, isn't terribly fun to play. But the story is definitely entertaining, the game looks fine, it sounds great, and the Wild West feel is pretty authentic.

The combat system is so deep it could be featured in a full-blown fighting game.

A half-baked game that only die-hard fans of the Matrix will truly appreciate.

With inventive puzzles, dazzling visuals and a wonderful game world just ripe for exploration, this is a launch title worth buying.

If you love rock ‘n roll, then Guitar Hero will light up your face with the goofiest grin you are likely to have had in some time. This is a challenging game, no doubt, but it is – simply stated – a blast!

Playing around with SpongeBob is a hoot, and there’s a lot to do in Bikini Bottom . However, some mini-games or other content is needed to flesh the experience out and add to the replayability.

With more variety and some mini-games, this could have been a better game, but as it stands, it's still a good outing with those penguins from Madagascar.

I like all three games in this collection. They are easy to pick up and play, and fun enough to warrant repeat play. That's the definition of good gaming. I don't think this translates as much fun for more than solo playing.

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

This game stalls when it should cruise, and sputters when it should roar. There's no horsepower to it at all.

This is a specific type of game that is for a specific type of gamer, one who likes puzzles for the sake of puzzles, and doesn’t require much story to go with it.

Its bland, lifeless environments (corridors) detract from the experience, causing a few moments of boredom. Get past that and you’ll have a good time. You won’t be blown away, but you’re likely to be surprised.

Battlefront II is another serving of a meal we’ve already had. It tastes a little better and looks a little fresher. I have no regrets playing through it and urge every Star Wars fan to check it out. Just beware that what you’re getting is not innovation – it’s just more fun.

Sluggish controls, load times and some balance issues create a game atmosphere that moves from the possibility of entertaining to frustrating rather quickly.

Mega Man has seen some excellent adventures on Nintendo’s past handheld gaming machines but on the Nintendo DS it shines just bright enough for fans to enjoy.

Merely just a so-so experience that has its share of good and not-so good moments.

A true nightmare to sit down and play for a long period of time.

Big Red One isn’t quite “the one” we’ve been waiting for, but it’s a polished and extremely exciting shooter that won’t have anyone reaching for a pillow.

Trapt is clever, innovative, and left a lasting impression. I won't forget its accomplishments. I wish I could overlook its flaws, but the repetition is immense and the technical issues are inexcusable.

The humor is much more appealing to younger players, but the graphics, sound and action combine for an entertaining, if not irreverent, trip into Shrek’s world. While good, this game translates better, control-wise, on the home console platforms.

It’s one of the most repetitive games I have ever played. It is one of the shortest DS titles available.

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.

This is a fun enough game for young girls, but the content is really lacking when it comes to variety and features. There just isn't enough to do, and girls will get bored quickly.

Completely flawed in almost every aspect.

With more playable maps, including the excellent space combat battles, and the inclusion of heroes and villains makes this a particularly satisfying Star Wars games fans will love.

I had hoped Activision would have pushed for more character development and overall gameplay fix-ups from the first title, but Call of Duty 2 still manages to offer some appealing material to war fans worth the price tag.

A step up from the previous entry to the series, offering up all four turtles onscreen at once and some new elements. Still, the gameplay is light-years behind where it should be.

Avoid at all costs if you are looking for your next FPS to show off to your friends as they'll never get the chance to play with you.

City of Villains has a detailed world with rich stories, wonderful plot lines, engaging game play, and all the makings of a successful MMO.

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

It’s controls might not be the best but with a nice number of maps, space battles, Jedis and PSP-only game modes, this is the game to own when you’re far from your console or PC.

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.

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

Throwing some cleverly created characters all in one game is fun, but the opportunity was wasted. It is frustrating to play a character that you loathe using, but are forced to.

I must say if you are looking for a decent action game you'd be better off with "SOCOM;" this ghost just has no legs.

While somewhat repetitious, the linear design and simple control schemes will draw players along and it is not hard to work through the levels.

The challenges aren’t really challenging at all and it seemed to drag on as I played more. The rewards of playing more didn’t feel that gratifying to earn.

I found the game's controls to be unfriendly and unnecessary. I asked myself a couple of times if this should be this difficult. My answer was "no" everytime.

The missions, even with secondary objectives, feel short but there is no denying that this is a fine-looking game that is accessible and a quite a bit of fun to play.

The graphics are beautiful, the monsters are unreal, and the gameplay is the most action-packed a survival/horror game has ever been.

Most games lose their luster after you've killed the 999th warrior, but Total Warrior keeps things fresh throughout the journey.

This is a very satisfying and enjoyable game, full of tension, chaos and war’s horror, but with an intelligent AI and terrific visual elements.

Our favorite hero still controls just as well as the series’ second outing and now there’s robotic backup you can issue orders to when the going gets rough.

If you were a fan of these games when they were first released then this collection is for you.

Hands-down the best turn-based strategy game of the year. It is emotionally satisfying and addictive.

As far as children's titles go, this one is absolutely terrific. It takes all of the fighting games like SoulCalibur and Mortal Kombat and puts them into a witty, harmless game that you don't feel so bad about letting them play.

Due to the game’s nature and lack of variety, Shrek SuperSlam is not for everyone. But if you’re a kid who loves Shrek or if you have a kid who loves Shrek, you can’t go wrong with this title.

The graphics will probably have a few of you dumbfounded wondering just how powerful GameBoy Advance really is.

This may be a good title for younger players familiar with the cartoon. It has some variety, the levels are short and the atmosphere is light.

A different take on the action genre and it succeeds in bringing a chaotic, evolving level-by-level button-masher to glory in a very graphically compelling way.

The game is not overly complex, but it is graphically pleasing and is great fun for families and as a party game. The effects sparkle and the action is humorous.

Repetition aside, however, there's no reason why kids won't be all over this one. Shrek SuperSlam is slap-happy fun for everyone.

For the young crowd the game is wonderfully accessible and for the older crowd it will not fail to pull you into its charming interpretation of the Star Wars saga's prequels.

The game controls smoothly enough offline as well as online and HotSwapping is a wonderful feature you’ll make use of quite often.

Aside from brilliantly recreating the series’ look, feel and universe, the game’s multiplayer feature will make you feel the true power of the PSP.

Die-hard fans will miss many of the features that have been omitted but with so many extras, options and new features this one will keep fans more than busy.

If you are a fan of Pinball games or of the Metroid Prime franchise, then this is a game for you.

The missions themselves are quite interesting and fun and admittedly I did enjoy them despite some of the shortcomings.

A unique and scary experience, Call of Cthulhu for the Xbox is a frightening and most engaging experience that will not fail to hook you from the very start.

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

The Sims 2 is, by far, the best console version of a PC great.

As mediocre as a video game can get when viewed as a whole.

A nice start for SpongeBob’s first foray into the party genre. He fits perfectly in this genre and I hope his second outing only improves on what was established here.

The core gameplay for each level in the game is boring, repetitive and lacking imagination.

Like its predecessor, Serious Sam 2 is a fun and mindless romp, but the experience does get a little redundant.

It’s a turn on and a turn off. I like to see developers exploring other options for fighting games, but if a sequel is made I hope they include a stronger combo system.

I wanted this title so I could explore the massive, amusing world that I see SpongeBob live in on the small screen. What I got was a tired, slow and unimaginative romp through empty places.

While the clashing adds new depth to the racing, this game just isn't as refined as it could have been.

There are so many new additions in this game that it will boggle your mind. This is one of the best looking games, much less an RTS game, that is out on the market currently.

Groundbreaking camera system, amazing soundtrack, perfect visuals, and controls that are unique but obviously from the developers of "ICO." The technology that makes it all come together is baffling.

As loveable as Scooby is even he isn’t able to rise above a linear platform game that, while a nice attempt, just makes for an average Nintendo DS adventure.

The gameplay variety wasn't always necessary but is a welcome change for the genre – a few more changes with the inevitable Jak X sequel and they could form a new sub-genre.