Shattered Memories was an attempt at doing something different with the Silent Hill series. Unfortunately, just because something is different doesn't mean it's better.

Plays a lot like "Twisted Metal," with definite "GTA" influence. If you've played "Twisted Metal," you know what to expect: this essentially plays exactly the same. That isn't always a bad thing - I had some fun playing, but it wears thin quickly.

For a game that retails for around 40 bucks, I would be hard pressed to spend ten.

This game is a great value and can be a lot of fun-- online or at home. It's hard to mess up this genre as long as the controls are decent-- which they are.

Younger players may like the simplistic style of play (those who missed the heyday of classic arcade games on big machines that ate quarters like candy), but older game players should shy away from this title.

The "extreme" scenarios help make the game more exciting, rather than just sailing from point A to point B, though newcomers will have some trouble knowing how to operate everything, since a tutorial is nowhere to be found.

Only go buy this game if you are a die-hard Spiderman fan, or have an unhealthy obsession with bad voice acting.

A mediocre attempt at furthering a genre that has almost completely stalled in its progress. Thankfully, fans of the genre will continue to feel right at home with Dark Kingdoms, but they will have to suffer through some annoying anomalies to fully enjoy it.

The gameplay really clicks (for the most part), the presentation is true to the sport, and there are more than enough matches and modes to keep you busy when not detailing your luchador. It has a long way to go to catch WWE Smackdown vs. Raw, but here's hoping that Lucha Libre AAA expands even further with future installments.

The gameplay really clicks (for the most part), the presentation is true to the sport, and there are more than enough matches and modes to keep you busy when not detailing your luchador. It has a long way to go to catch WWE Smackdown vs. Raw, but here's hoping that Lucha Libre AAA expands even further with future installments.

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.

Marvel Comics fans will be very happy playing as The Hulk, but most gamers will find it uninspiring.

With the addition of weapons and improved A.I., the puzzle-based combat has more potential than ever, but Puzzle Quest 2 lacks the challenge and depth that made the original so memorable.

Harry’s third PC outing falls short with simplistic easy gameplay and won’t hold fans’ attention for too long.

The game is not terrible. It is just terribly familiar and lacks replay value - except for trying to play it multiple times to see how fast you can do it.

Disgaea Infinite is like having a stack of comics with only one that can be read until you figure out the proper order in which the pages need to be flipped.

If this game does have a niche, it would be in the realm of parent and child competing against each other in an obvious alternative to a shooter-style program.

Not a vast improvement, Legends of Wrestling II just doesn’t cut it as a classic wrestling title fans can really get into.

It utilizes the Wii nicely. It’s not a game that will last a long time, though, and it doesn’t offer enough game hours to warrant the initial price.

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 fails on so many different levels, and that’s a shame given how good the other elements are in the game.

A ho-hum experience throughout, Galactic Assault is average at best. The simplified interface will turn off TBS gamers, while RTS fans will find much more interesting options on the market.

Sticking close to the source material, Avatar: The Last Airbender – The Burning Earth should satisfy hardcore fans and children. There aren’t too many reasons to pick this up if you don’t fall into those two categories.

A different type of strategy game, which offers some new ideas, but still doesn't manage to rise above the crowd in any significant manner. Best for fans of finite board games.

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.

No difficulty settings, or multiplayer make completing this game a done deal. I cannot see that this title would have any replayability once you have completed the game after playing both sides.

If you're a fan of B-movies and want to invite a few friends over to create your own Mystery Science Theater 3000-style dialogue-or even if you're on solo mode looking for a great story at the cost of palatable gameplay-this is a one-of-a-kind title and you owe it to yourself to pick it up. At a retail price of $19.99, you can't beat Deadly Premonition's cheap laughs and unique story. But if you're looking for a straightforward, next-gen gaming experience, avoid this one at all costs.

The platform levels are fairly interesting to play through, but they’re not enough to carry the entire game. The combat in the levels is boring, and the boss battles confusing.

One of the better licensed products in my recent memory.

One of the better licensed products in my recent memory.

While the designers of this game evidently took a lot of time on it as evidenced by the rich details, the gameplay itself just isn't very fun.

X-Blades is one of those games that I really wanted to like, but while it’s average entertainment, it really does nothing to move it to the next level.

There is no sense in reinventing the wheel, but this comes off as a lazy, rehash of current games. You can't ride on a name for long.

A solid PSN title with good entertainment value. Don’t expect to be captivated for hours, though. Revenge of the Wounded Dragon is one of those titles that is fun unless too much time is spent playing it and then it becomes more tedious and repetitious than enjoyable. Taken in small doses, the game is entertaining.

Could have been one of those great alternatives to the WWE wrestling titles, but its many flaws are just too numerous to make this one any fun.

Just about every single point goes towards the poker features, particularly over Xbox Live, but some of the other games do offer a bit of entertainment.

Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising’s unique spin on tactical warfare might be dug by the truly hardcore, but some frustrating design decisions will keep this one from rising as high as it should.

If your hat has lures on it and you’re wearing wading pants, it’ll keep you hooked.

Multiplayer for the minigames would have made a great addition to extend the replay value of the game.

The game becomes really repetitive, and kills any hope for replay.

I was disappointed in the interaction between the Team Manager and your self, no video, just a static picture and a few lines of text ends up being your advice.

Massive and daunting easily describe this game. Lost Empire: Immortal is not a game for the first-time turn-based strategy gamer, but rather for that niche that wants to micro-manage every nuance of a society and slowly (sometimes it feels agonizingly slow) build up to a point where you truly are the power in the universe.

This game just doesn’t compare to previous Nancy Drew games. It’s too short, too easy and doesn’t include enough variety.

The game is designed well and is wholly representative of the board game, but the fun factor is missing. For just a few more dollars, players can play the real thing around the table and have more fun.

Instead of a cute Japanese character I'm forced to look at a Buzz Lightyear reject.

Not only does this sequel lack any real substantial upgrades, but the motion controls are without precision. However, there is a lot to do, and hardcore fans will likely find a lot to love.

X-Blades may prove a pleasant enough distraction for hack-and-slash gamers thirsty for something new. Repetitive gameplay and bland design keep it from becoming anything outstandingly great.

TNA iMPACT! has a great license and great characters, it just doesn't use either of them correctly.

Unfortunately, when I received this game, the battle to get this damn program to run began.

There isn’t much to this game and it is very short. More challenges and variety of gameplay would have helped.

Die-hard NASCAR game fans will find something to enjoy here, but may be disappointed in the lost drivers and lack of new features.

The developers made sure that the game plays as close to the real thing as possible. Even though this is the case, it still doesn’t match up to the real thing.

Although Time Crisis 4 and Razing Storm are fun on their own, Deadstorm Pirates and the Move compatibility pushes this collection out of "pass" territory and into a firm "rent or buy on the cheap" recommendation.

Feels empty at its core, with no puzzle solving, crime detection, or strategy of any kind. The Punisher is one of those games you want to play when you just want to go buck wild.

The game does have some pretty detailed 2D graphics and nice sound, but the frustrating combat system and repetitive action make the overall presentation of the game lackluster.

It's a simple, Ford-glorifying collection of racing adventure. It could be better in a lot of ways. There are a lot of faults to this game, but in all it's very playable and does provide some genuine fun.

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 saving grace of this game is Shrek and the other characters. They are portrayed charmingly and just like in the movies. The mini-games are also fun. However, the game as a whole isn’t anything above average and would probably receive a lesser rating without the presence of Shrek and company.

If it wasn't for the unfinished feeling to the entire experience, I would have to say Gorasul is a great game for someone looking for something a little different in their RPG titles.

In spite of decent fight graphics and a solid audio track, this PC release manages only minimal intrigue, and game play that stagnates in the dark corridors that play out as the game’s map board.

The game looks good and the controls are not hard to understand, but this is another in a long line of games that are riding the crest of the feature film and not offering anything compelling enough to maintain interest for long.

SEGA Bass Fishing can still provide some mild entertainment, even if it is basically a Dreamcast game with Wii controls. Despite its fair share of flaws, it’s the best currently available fishing game on Wii.

Only gamers who love the genre and all of its repetitive gameplay mechanics should consider buying Aggressive Inline.

This game just isn’t very enjoyable. The story is weak, the gameplay isn’t varied enough, and the visuals aren’t very attractive. Only Lyoko fans will be interested.

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

A nice enough puzzler, but one that lacks long-lasting appeal.

The controls on Wii are forced and unnatural and hamper what is an otherwise solid game design.

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.

If you're into fighting controls, jittery players and hard to decipher plays, you will love how this one feels. I like to be more in control and know what is going on, so I have to say the play is lacking.

The idea of racing for pinkslips is a very interesting one, so I hope future titles can pick up the feature.

As a standalone XBLA offering, Case West is technically a decent value, a bite-sized slice of Dead Rising 2 with online co-op, but the game it's wrapped around is nothing special.

With a lack of game types and replay value, Raskulls is a once-through puzzle-platformer that satisfies upon first impressions but fails to hold the attention beyond the first hour of play.

If, however, animation means little to you, and you are looking for a solid, space civ game that requires chess-like moves, this program may be exactly what you are looking for.

This is a basic and simple puzzle game for young children. It is fun, and young children will enjoy it. However, it needs more variety and content, and is priced too high for what it is.

A decent Worms game, but nothing more. The game lacks polish in many areas and doesn’t distinguish itself from previous versions. That said, the game is still fun, especially in multiplayer.

It's hard to recommend a four-year old game whose main selling point for the AAA price-tag is upgraded graphics, but leaves the core gameplay unchanged.

This game is an average kids game that could have been better with more in-depth gameplay features, such as more puzzle solving in the adventure and better mini-games. The music portion is good.

There’s nothing wrong with a little mindless fun now and again, particularly when it involves bouncing bosoms and blood-thirsty zombies. Unfortunately, mindless controller waggling scars this otherwise decent guilty pleasure.

Blood Bowl is a missed opportunity as evidenced by the potential of the source on which it’s based. If you really want to get into the depth and fun of Blood Bowl, you’re better off checking out the board game.

The game looks good and the controls are not hard to understand, but this is another in a long line of games that are riding the crest of the feature film and not offering anything compelling enough to maintain interest for long.

The gameplay is easy and straightforward, there are no mind-numbing puzzles. It is also a short game. However, it’s fun enough while it lasts for those who like these types of stories.

With not much to offer in terms of modes or challenges that will keep you interested enough to see this one through the end, I could only recommend this one as a weekend rental.

Taking way too long to become compelling, the game is among the most facetious RPGs on the market. It wants to play the part, but alas, it’s only playing one big practical joke on the gamer.

7 Wonders II probably shouldn't be your first choice for mobile puzzle gaming, especially if you have a copy of Tetris DS or Bejeweled Blitz. However, if you're limited on funds and seeking something a little more international in your gem matching, this is a safe bet.

This is yet another game tied to a popular kids show, and unfortunately it belongs to the vast majority of so-so products based on a famous license.

The historical accuracy is a nice touch, but unfortunately the game will likely turn off the fans that aims to attract (historical sim buffs) with unbalanced controls and weak missions and a tepid presentation.

Dances between likeable and overwhelmingly dull.

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.

Besieger won’t offer you anything new, simply covering old ground that has been done better before. With insipid AI and pretty average gameplay, Besieger doesn’t really stand out against the current crop of RTS games.

For those of you who are online multiplayer fans though, an offline botmatch may just be seen as unacceptable … and that’s what you get with RFII. That’s a shame since the first one was fantastic.

If you want a game that has never been done before then you deserve to give Odama a try. Just be prepared to succumb to the unforgiving difficulty and quirky gameplay.

It may take advantage of a popular license and use songs the kids love, but it is way too short and way too easy, especially for the target audience.

The awful camera and lack of diversity within each level is where the game really falls flat here. It's so bad that it gets in the way of the action and thus ruins the best platform bits in the game.

Unlike the WWE wrestling titles already available for the PS3, TNA Impact! fails to deliver a true grappling experience TNA or wrestling fans will thoroughly enjoy. While there are a few match types that really shine through, the grappling action just isn’t fun or diverse enough to do the brand justice.

The fact that it's a "pilot" leaves hope that future installments of the series can address the few issues it has, and make it a worthy addition to Telltale Games' roster of titles.

Rent it for the story, and keep your antennas crossed for a gameplay-improved sequel.

One last kick to the armor-shielded gut: If you are currently playing the game using a trial version you downloaded prior to it being made unavailable, be warned that in-game voice chat may now be interrupted by audio ads-a stinky (though gutsy) move to "encourage" subscriptions.

The game does a pretty good job of delivering a play style reminiscent of classic top-down action games, and the addition of fun bonus missions is, well… a bonus.