I was hoping for a seriously fun game, and while there were snippets of real enjoyment, the game has lulls that make you pine for some mini-games, and those lulls are the actual tennis portions of the game.

Still very solid, but there is nothing new to add to your gameplay. The bots are simply players that don't really exist, but boy are they skilled!

Supreme Ruler 2020 is as deep and complex as they come, albeit incredibly intimidating.

Given the emphasis on storytelling and single-player action, The Force Unleashed is tragically flawed execution of a great concept.

The Godfather II is a great sequel, expanding on the content of the original game while making some fine additions to the formula. While the story elements aren’t too impressive and there are some design quirks, the gameplay is deep and engaging, and easily recommendable for fans of the original game or of the sandbox-action game genre.

Playing the included pre-made RPG is simple, but creating your own is a daunting task that most will probably give up on before their vision comes to fruition.

Heroes of Annihilated Empires does the standard fantasy RTS elements just fine, but unfortunately doesn’t stand out in any particular way.

The lack of continual play is a drawback...This smacks too much of recent games to earn a truly high score.

A charming PSP game that doesn’t lack most of the familiar gameplay elements while adding some fresh ones but then again its most troublesome glitches are just too bothersome to ignore.

Fans of the franchise will not care and eat this game up, but overall this game doesn’t offer much that you haven’t seen already.

Sadly, Viking is one of those games that could have been great but thanks to repetitive hack-and-slash gameplay there is really not much here even Odin would approve.

Into the Inferno won't speak to every DS owner simply because of the Avatar license. But Avatar fans aren't the only ones who should benefit from this upper-tier Zelda clone. Anyone who enjoyed Phantom Hourglass should at least rent, if not buy, this above-average Avatar sequel.

Despite the minor problems with the enemy detection and sometimes annoying "decoy" visuals, this is an entertaining game and one that kids will enjoy.

The complete opposite of the console versions. No action. No adventuring. Bad controls, repetitive objectives, zero variety – you should skip this one and stick to the others.

Dirk controls very slowly and the jumps are imprecise enough to cause migraines. Plus the combat system is nothing more than running straight at a Giddy Goon swinging your sword around.

The lack of direction is what really kills the game, though. With the generous health points, numerous save spots and easy to defeat enemies, this would seem like a game targeted toward kids, but the lack of more detailed information on the gameplay isn't kid-friendly.

Chaos Legion is like a train on a circular track: it goes round and round, never veering from the path. I'll leave it up to you to decide whether or not that's a good thing.

This game was made for a specific group of hardcore race fans who will dig the hour-long races and in depth customization. Mainstream race fans will be disappointed.

This is a clone that's only worth renting if you've yet to tire of the genre's many stereotypes.

While the fast-paced and action-packed chapters have their share of spectacular moments, the game is held back by characters we do not really care about and dated gameplay that just doesn’t feel like a next-generation game.

Its unique style and lighthearted charm set it apart in a genre increasingly filled with dark, somber epics.

Top Spin 3's hardcore AI is on par with the console versions, but the overall package isn't nearly as fun.

Snappy graphics and zany sound, but just not enough challenge and depth, still, a worthy entry in the party game mix.

A nice entry to the series and brings a nice collection of arcade racers to the fray. However, it would've been cooler to see more in the package.

It’s quality and not quantity that makes Capcom Puzzle World such a delightful package that should please puzzle fans looking for more puzzle goodness for their PSP.

If you really like light-shooters and are looking for something different than a modern setting, you will probably find the game a breath of fresh air.

With much more precise controls and a much more solid camera, Taz: Wanted could have been one of those rare treats for gamers of all ages.

The combat isn't deep, the level design's not fantastic, and the AI's a bit dumb. But BloodRayne has one big thing going for it: it's fun!

The controls are clunky, the graphics are below average, and the story is plain. The best things about Dead Aim are its concept and entertainment factor.

A pretty straightforward brawler that, while fun at first, probably won’t hold your attention for very long.

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.

A well-made game featuring excellent graphics, solid sound, and challenging puzzles and levels. This is an entertaining game capable of providing hours of enjoyment to any age level.

The counter/reversal/combination system is definitely a heavyweight champion.

A good game with solid animation, and a terrific passing system. The game may not be one of the top scorers in the league, but it set up the goal scoring opportunity very well.

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

It’s not new, it’s not innovative, but hey – it still works.

A decent game that could have a lot more with better variety of missions, more attention to graphic details, and so on. What this game does succeed at is the amount of customization for your Mech that you will pilot.

Very similar to the other games in the series, albeit with more polish. If you wanted more of the series’ past experiences, NASCAR 09 delivers that and then some – but not with the same level of amazement the series once had.

A definite case of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. If you never played this style game before, subtract a point for how dated the whole thing will feel. If you're a fan of this style of RPG, add a point for the memories it will bring back.

Dragon Ball: Revenge of King Piccolo for the Wii has all the right moves but falls flat when it comes to the enemies and the lack of real innovation.

The Sudoku portion was OK, but as I stated above, I'd much rather play the old-fashioned way - pen and paper. And my frustrating experience with Picture Logic was certainly not a plus.

Band Hero takes the musical genre one step further, and demonstrates its viability on handheld platforms. It might be some time before it replaces the console versions, however. A better guitar, and a more serious dedication to rewarding gameplay would really draw the crowds.

It doesn’t even have those pop-out-and-say-boo moments that the first two Resident Evil games were famous for. That, combined with clunky gameplay and lame monsters, make for one obscure game.

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.

Save for the cooperative mode, there’s not much here worthy of a gamer’s time that is devoted to buying and renting the best games.

From timed-button pressing to dodging raindrops, the developers implemented a lot of depth though it wasn’t properly executed.

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

Initially a jaw-dropper but quickly a repetitive action game ruled by hack-n-slash mechanics, Afro Samurai is worth playing but does not warrant more than a rental.

It’s a nice try but for my money I would stick with the recent and far [] superior Medal of Honor game for the PSP.

While Untold Legends: Warrior’s Code is definitely an improvement upon its predecessor, there are major drawbacks including bland level design and nonsensical button-smashing.

Battle March adds some new features here and there, but doesn’t really add much incentive for players to jump back in, and the dated feel will probably prevent newcomers from taking the plunge.

The gameplay is adequately fun, but could have been better if the stylus possessed a greater touch sensitivity.

DFX is designed for the casual gamer in mind and has a zero learning curve. You can pick up and play and have a blast for a MSRP of about 20 bucks. You gotta love that!

While Daemonica isn’t going to be for everyone, those looking for an entertaining and well written title will have a good time with it.

Considerably short and lacking in all the things that made Point Lookout and The Pitt worthwhile downloads, Mothership Zeta is not a bad add-on but it’s not the best one either.

If all you are looking for is a good-looking program and a reason to shoot just about everything that moves, this could be the program you are looking for.

I was impressed with this game, it was easy to play, visually stimulating, sounds great, and was a ton of fun to play!

Though it does have some solid elements borrowed from the series as a whole, this seems like a rushed title that really does more of a disservice than it does to advances the series.

I would not recommend this for too many teenagers and below, because the action is more slowly paced and more emphasis is placed on technical specs of your ship than graphical wizardry during the battles.

The overall concept is repetitive (walk in area, door shuts, tons of monsters come at you until all of them are dead), but the furious action keeps the game interesting.

The kind of game you can’t get out of your mind. Though frustration may make you set it down (I limited myself to about an hour a run) it’s a game you can always come back to.

One of the best puzzle games ever made.

Eat Them! is a precise example of why every title on the PSN should have a demo. On the one hand, there is a lot to like, with even the comic book-style presentation showing the developer's hard work and attention to detail; on the other hand, the botched multiplayer and downright tedious health system render this game into a mere shadow of what it could have been.

It’s got a quirky, tongue-on-cheek charm to it that makes up for some of its gameplay deficiencies.

A good bet for your entry into the RPG genre, or if your parents will only buy you educational games. Otherwise, it’s decent, but nothing you haven’t played before and probably better.

Quantum of Solace is a solid effort to bring Bond to the DS, but there are a few looming problems with the translation.

Whether or not you let the game’s little flaws bother you, there’s no denying that Eternal Poison is a unique, visually striking game, and the tactical gameplay is deep and engaging.

The only real problem I had when playing the game was getting units to break off an engagement.

Quantum of Solace: The Game is actually well above average where licensed material is concerned. As a shooter on its on merits, however, it’s a fairly standard experience helped a bit because it features James Bond.

Has some appeal, and it certainly has a lot of action, even if locked into a mixed bag of mythical overlays, and linear paths through the world. The graphical elements also vary from the very good to the average.

For the initial thrills, high replay value, and outstanding time-kill factor, M.A.C.H. is a great game to have spinning in your PSP. But if a sequel is to be made, here’s hoping for a lengthier single-player campaign.

Control is simple though, and I’d have to say this might be a worthy diversion for a young gamer or perhaps a casual gamer, but a veteran gamer should seek elsewhere for that delicious, in-depth RTS fixin.

The enemy is out there ­ somewhere. Finding him is the easy part, staying with him could prove tough, especially when the jet fighter you are flying turns like a semi on a go-kart track.

That's the beauty of Tennis Masters Series: beating it doesn't kill your desire to play it again. In fact, it may actually enhance it.

It doesn't raise the bar for online cooperative gameplay and even the basic character movements made me shutter.

Unusual mini-game entertainment built specifically for kids.

A disappointment. Despite the good graphics, decent sound, and rich story, the gameplay suffers quite badly.

If you absolutely need a new racing game for your portable, pick this up but do so knowing that the controls cripple the fun parts.

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.

Delivers a solid and challenging PSP game that fans of all things poker will gladly take along with them.

Link’s Crossbow training and Ghost Squad offer more in-depth gameplay and more fun for a similar price.

Away: Shuffle Dungeon has a lot of charm and a great central gameplay system, but the gameplay is too shallow and simple to ever really draw the player in. It’s a cute, simple dungeon crawler with a great gimmick, but unfortunately it never really becomes anything more.

Even though the DS does not have an analog control, the game is really responsive.

Overkill is a high-octane thrill ride from beginning to end... or in other words, fun.

Just when you reach your breaking point the game changes up just enough to make you continue.

The frequent backtracking gets annoying, but given that Oogie's Revenge is like Devil May Cry and was developed by Capcom, it still manages to provide a memorable experience.

It could have been better with an easier puzzle section for certain parts of the game, while it could have been worse without all of the great features. It’s hard to really knock the game because it tries so hard to do so much while stumbling to do it just right.

This title is too conventional for its own good. Ultimately, there’s no compelling real reason to pick this one up, unless you just have to have another fix of the vampire mythos and don’t mind gameplay that can feel more like drudgery than fun.

When it comes down to it, your eyes and ears have more fun than your thumbs.

A game that suffers from “could have been great“ syndrome. The weapons are cool and the missions are exciting, but the controls ruined everything.

There is freshness to the latest version of Ultima Online that transcends the same graphical elements players of late have been used to.

Not as fun or as sexy as it should have been, Summer Heat Beach Volleyball has its moments of addictive diversion but its faults keep the game from being a true volleyball game.

A lot like Gradius or Raiden. You’re basically maneuvering around enemy fire while mashing on the fire button.

Warning: Playing this game with these lovable characters --- will become addicting.

Diner Dash fits right at home on the Nintendo DS and it remains to be one of the most repetitive yet highly addictive games that shouldn’t be missed. The touchscreen features could have been a bit better but compared to the PSP version this one is by far the best portable version of this game.

A solid adventure game with some very nice improvements over its predecessor. However, the low difficulty level may turn off gamers looking for a challenge.

Some decent variety, but a lot of bugs can bog the experience down.

The combat of Spyborgs is fun enough to fuel an arcade-brawler revival, but a complete lack of variety, length, and design ingenuity derails its potential like a steel-tipped boot to the jaw.