While the game may not completely capture our wildest dreams about playing Commander Bond, it does do a great job of capturing the atmosphere.

Quantum of Solace ultimately fails to provide a satisfying experience but not for lack of trying. It’s a classic "almost" game because there are a few things the game does right.

It also lacks a great deal of fun, a key ingredient which the developers ignored while opting to add in a host of monotonous mini-games instead.

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is another movie cash-in.

It's not perfect, but if your kids find this on the rack at your local game store and are interested in some deep introspection about their place in the world, you could certainly do much worse.

There is more gameplay in this game than any four other holiday titles combined, and every minute of it is compelling.

It is no surprise to anyone that has played a Bethesda game that they have come through on a beloved franchise, well worth several hundred hours of your life!

If you are a fan of the previous titles you will also like SingStar Volume 2.

It’s true, the web-slinging is fun, and swinging between rooftops never gets old. However, the game is dragged down by mindless combat that grinds on and on and on.

Fans of Motorstorm will love Pacific Rift.

Families will enjoy Little Big Planet because of the ease of gameplay and the four player co-op. Hardcore gamers will enjoy Little Big Planet because of the collection aspect and the user created content. Future game designers will love Little Big Planet because of the incredible level editor.

Tornado is fun for a bit, but once they start burying their great initial concept in a morass of extra moves and stupid levels (like a level where a giant bad tornado is bumping you around while the clock keeps on running), it loses its joy.

Baddest of the Bands is another solid entry in the Strong Bad series. The storyline is self contained and it isn't essential that you played Episodes 1 or 2 in order to enjoy Episode 3.

It somehow manages to make a completely stale concept feel fresh again, while providing a ton of replay value through different gameplay modes.

The anticipation for Guitar Hero World Tour was palpable, and to see the party turn South the way it did was a bit concerning.

Very few songs on the Guitar Hero World Tour got me thinking this was something I had to have, but being able to create my own music is much fun, and the unlimited potential for library expansion is awesome.

Fable 2 is an outstanding game that can't be missed this overcrowded holiday season.

While the game is frustrating in a number of parts, it's still rather fun to play, if perhaps a bit too much for the young audience it's aimed at.

Crash MOM isn’t actualy a bad game, but the insane loading times cause it to be far more frustrating than it should be.

The story is top-notch, the graphics are excellent, the controls are great, and the gameplay, while difficult, is still rewarding.

Containing all of the downloadable content from the other two versions, as well as a fantastic story to boot, Bioshock is an incredible title.

I readily admit that I rushed my review on Spider-Man 3, so this time I spent more time on Web of Shadows. I really wish Treyarch had done the same.

Takes it time which lets players sink deep into the game world. This makes all the difference between a good game and a great one. Far Cry 2 is the latter.

If you are looking for a game that will make your kids think and not just blast away at enemies, Transformers Animated The Game is a good choice.

While not without its faults, Los Angeles is a nice place to take a drive.

If you want something portable, then take L.A. Remix for a spin.

Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 has a lot of potential.

If you can look past the technical issues, long time fans of the SOCOM series should be happy with Confrontation.

The game makes a lot of headway in terms of story quality, and the customization is beyond what we’ve seen in any sandbox title to date. While Saints Row 2 doesn’t reinvent the genre by any means, it brings more than enough big pimpin’ gameplay to keep me busy for a while.

I enjoyed The Legend of Kage 2 despite its flaws. I was willing to overlook its deficiencies, and it was an entertaining diversion.

Crash MOM isn’t a bad game, but it’s not a particularly good one either.

The kids will giggle a lot, and you will find yourself smiling at the humor. The game has plenty to do so that is a nice increase of its value.

If Crash had loosened up the open-world gameplay a bit and fixed the horrible camera system, this could have been another excellent PS2 platformer.

I understand that Crash: Mind Over Mutant is good on the consoles. Not great, but good. It seems that a little more time and effort could have gone into the DS version, and it makes me sad.

Anyone looking for a solid NBA simulator with a strong franchise mode and who also wants something more with their game can’t go wrong with NBA 09 The Inside for the PSP.

For $19.99 Wipeout fans can’t lose. Fans of racers in general will also find a lot to like.

I tend to review KOEI titles higher than some other reviewers as I have no interest in panning a game that people have put some effort into; on the surface this is not one of those games.

As I said, there is very little new under the sun in terms of features in Buzz! Quiz TV, but the ones that are there are significant.

If you're at all a fan of fantasy turn based strategy games such as HOMM or Disciples, King's Bounty should be a required purchase.

One part Katamari Damacy, two parts of the humor in Rayman Raving Rabbids, de Blob takes everything both of those titles did right and adds it to a unique and entertaining story and gameplay mechanic.

If you don't play Kirby Super Star Ultra, you're missing a great game. It looks great, it plays great, and there's lots of variety. What more could you want?

Anyone tired of the WoW juggernaut or who wants something else to try are doing themselves a disservice by not giving Warhammer a try. With just a little TLC it has the ability to grow very long legs.

While the Force Unleashed might not completely live up to the incredible hype befitting a Star Wars title, it is still a worthy entry into the Universe.

Red Bull BC One has very little to offer to anyone.

Bottom line is this: If you’ve never played Peggle before, add 15 points to that score and buy this immediately. If you’re like me and have already played it to death, be warned that there’s nothing new to see here and you may just want to move right along to something different.

Not only is the Enhanced edition a great value, but it is also one of the best CRPGs to come out in some time.

Overall, Rock Band 2 may be mostly incremental in upgrades and seemingly more of the same, but from where I sit on my drum throne, that isn’t a bad thing at all.

After playing Zoids Assault, I really had to wonder why it was made or why Atlus decided to bring it over to these shores.

The amount of thought put into Lock's Quest and the amount of effort and detail in every corner is astounding.

Unfortunately, a great concept got lost in a morass of poor decisions and overcomplexity, if that's a word.

Either way I suggest steering clear of this title even if you are looking for a resurrection of some nostalgic dodgeball gaming.

Mercenaries 2 is absolutely fun in spite of its quirks and should be at the top of everyone’s must buy list.

At just $9.99 anyone who loves zombies, weird Japanese games, arcade games or even giant eyeball alien games owes it to themselves to check out The Last Guy.

While Operation Fallen Star is the third booster pack, it is definitely the most feature rich and game changing booster pack yet.

Tales of Vesperia is a very strong addition to the Tales series, and makes a fantastic debut on the 360.

If you enjoy the Disgaea games and the sense of humor behind it, then you'll definitely get a kick out of the story that is crazy even by Disgaea standards.

It manages to capture the essence of that strangely enjoyable game we call baseball, even if it is lacking in other areas.

If you like a little bit of puzzle in your shooter and have a high patience level, then be on the lookout for Bangai-O Spirits.

Perhaps the only people who won't enjoy this game are those who don't understand or like the comedic style of the Homestar Runner universe.

While it doesn’t reinvent the wheel, it does handle almost everything right.

It's obvious that they put little or no effort into developing this turd, and Atlus should be embarrassed charging a full $60 for it.

It was interesting seeing more from a company that I thought handled primarily fighting games, and I also got to see the history of a company that is beloved by millions of gamers.

At $39.99 any fan of Silent Hill should enjoy Siren: Blood Curse.

1942: Joint Strike is a solid, but short update to the 1942 series. The inclusion of online co-operative play is a nice addition that works well.

Izuna 2 certainly does have personality, and it does help to offset a lot of its deficiencies, but it's just not enough to push it over the top.

If you have quick reflexes and a fast stylus hand, you will probably have an absolute blast with this one.

So, if you have played Final Fantasy IV, or if you have never tried it but are familiar with other examples of the genre, you will definitely enjoy Final Fantasy IV for the DS.

CivRev has been an extremely pleasant surprise. It’s not perfect, but it does a fantastic job of taking one of the most complex gaming franchises and boiling it down to the fundamental aspects that make it so much fun.

Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 is a very addictive and fun game.

The delivery is tried and true, but it is starting to feel a bit old.

It's a good extension of the series and a nice way to introduce the older Aerosmith fan base.

In conclusion, Final Fantasy Tactics A2 is a very good game that could have been a lot more. They could have put more effort into the music and graphics and made it a must-have, but it's still good and worth a play.

The single player delivers, but is a fairly one-trick pony that provides roughly 7 hours of mindless fun punctuated with genuinely funny dialog.

It will take a little getting used to the Guitar Grip, and you do need to remember to take breaks. However, if you do this you will be rewarded with a fun Guitar Hero game on the go. Rock on!

If the guitar gets a tad better, and the drums a little more ... well more, then I'd have to give it aces nearly everywhere.

Etrian Odyssey 2: Heroes of Lagaard is for hardcore RPG fans only. Those looking for a challenging title that will deliver 40 to 70 hours of gameplay will not be dissapointed.

Coupled with a download via the Playstation Store that’ll explain the series to you so far, this game is playable even if you haven’t been following the series for years.

Unfortunately, if you are looking for a realistic boxing game, you aren’t going to find it here.

The few places where it stumbles are more than made up by the polish and attention to detail everywhere else.

The few places where it stumbles are more than made up by the polish and attention to detail everywhere else.

While the loss of online multiplayer hurts, there is a great deal to like here.

If you really loved the movie, then you will want the game.

I've played a couple other versions of the game, and I know it can be quite fun. The keyboard controls for this one was supremely disappointing to me, but the 360-like controllers did help this issue.

LEGO Indiana Jones is absolutely worth playing, especially if you want to introduce young children to the series without scaring the hell out of them with the ending to "Raiders."

So, if you're jonesing for some Indiana on the go, you've got a great option with LEGO Indiana Jones.

Don’t poison your memory with ET:QW on the PS3.

ET: QW is not fun, period.

Ultimately a disappointment. Instead of being a sharply delivered hard rubber ball to the face, it ends up being a limp-wristed, easily dodged throw towards the ankles.

If you are a fan of the previous titles you will also like SingStar, but be aware that this outing isn't going to revolutinize your playing experience.

The price is right, the games are fun, and the whole family being able to get in on the action together has to be a good thing.

SNK Arcade Classics: Volume 1 is a good start for a Neo Geo collection disc. It offers a wide range of games and will take a lot of gamers back to the days they spent pumping quarters into a game machine.

If you love 4X games, this is the game to get. Due to all of the content, this game is the king of the hill in this genre.

The pointless debate rages on whether to buy this game for the PS3 or Xbox 360, but the root of that argument is correct – you need to buy this game.

The pointless debate rages on whether to buy this game for the PS3 or Xbox 360, but the root of that argument is correct – you need to buy this game.

It's rare to find an RPG for a handheld system with this much content. There's so much video game joy here that you it should satisfy just about any RPG gamer.

Battle of the Bands is good. It could have been better in a few ways: better quality sound, custom instruments in-game and out, and a little bit more flow in the beat timing.

With a bit more diversity in the environments and enemies, more weapons to use, and a longer running time, Dark Sector could be a real contender.

It is a must buy for all Final Fantasy fans and a terrific starting point for anyone who hasn't been lucky enough to play the original Final Fantasy VII.