Do not believe the negative hype. I cannot recommend Bionic Commando enough.

Even if the interface is over-designed, this is the closest thing to a true evolution to Mario Paint this generation might see.

Ready at Dawn has rendered you a second chance to experience one of the best adventure games ever crafted.

Fat Princess is one of the defining games of the PSN. The style is outrageously cute and gory and the gameplay is simple enough that it is infectious to play.

Incredible controls, solid gameplay, beautiful graphics, and an engaging storyline.

If a gamer gives DQ IX a chance, the odds are stacked that it won't leave the DS cartridge slot for countless hours.

3D Dot stands proud for offering both a charmingly familiar and sublimely unique experience.

It can't quite capture the flavor of the previous two. While nothing could be done with the Xbox version to remedy that, the attempts to add new features to the port like instant replay and custom radio stations fall completely flat.

A major step up in the franchise. While EA let 2k games take 2005 in the next generation NHL titles, they've spent the last year pushing the boundaries to make one of the greatest sports titles ever.

Fight Night: Round 3 has graphics that are reminiscent of a Square Enix film, sound that is rich and realistic, and gameplay that is intuitive and painfully addictive.

Scribblenauts is one of the best games on the DS and the most imaginative games to be released since LittleBigPlanet.

It's not refined enough as an action game to contend with the likes of Gears of War, it's been usurped in the survival horror category by the stellar Dead Space, and it's such a deviation from the franchise's foundation that it's almost certain to alienate a large contingent of diehard fans.

The replay value in this game is phenomenal. What other game includes online play, all the modes like Practice, Quick Game, Tournament, Situation, and Franchise, the brand new VIP addition, ability to add in your own music, and team preparation? Better yet what other game does all that for only $20?

Tri is a compelling game. Despite the problems with the controls and camera, those are small bumps in the road to a grand quest that is engrossing enough to sink hours upon hours into.

Simply the ultimate in comic book video games. Ultimate Spider-Man does for comic book games what "Sin City" did for comic book films.

This game package goes to show how far ahead of its time the God of War concept was in terms of execution and production values. These games haven't lost much punch as they collected dust on the PS2's shelves.

The most innovative and unique title to be released in quite some time. There are many out there, like myself, who will find just what they were looking for: A thinking man’s game.

Games like Hatsworth is the reason why the DS was made and the DS was made for games like Hatsworth.

Make no mistake about it, Fight Night 2004, is by far the best boxing game ever. Period. The new total punch control system adds an unprecedented amount of realism to the genre without sacrificing any of the fun.

Overall, this is a top notch production that will not disappoint in the slightest.

This Guitar Hero might be on its first World Tour, but it is assuredly world class.

Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia is a must buy for any fan of the 2D Castlevania games or for anybody looking for a solid action/adventure experience.

Final Fantasy IV is another DS masterpiece.

Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride is the best DS RPG.

After years of not seeing a UFC game, it was well worth the wait.

Ubisoft knows what it's doing.

Alan Wake doesn't revolutionize the video game medium, but it will definitely get inside gamers' heads.

TFD is so much fun to play with others that, at the end of the day, small problems or critiques with design choices won't matter. And, by all means, this is how TFD is meant to be played.

Boom Blox might not be the blockbuster, cinematic video game that many -- including myself -- expected from the mind of Spielberg, but that doesn't make it any less fun.

When you have a formula that works, all you have to do is tweak it to make it better. That's exactly what RavenSoft did, and the results will not disappoint fans of the series.

It mixes together some very well-designed elements, such as its battle system, level design, puzzle design and its funny, charming storyline.

When it's all said and done, this is an excellent value in gaming and something that goes a long way toward preserving many excellent titles from the 16-bit Golden Age.

More songs, better sound, a sexier guitar and online functionality. The Xbox 360 version of Guitar Hero II is the definitive entry in Harmonix’s phenomenal rhythm and music game series.

Consider this one highly recommended. Chrono Trigger does not disappoint.

It is hard not to like LocoRoco 2. It relishes in a happy mood and does its best to spread the happiness to everyone that picks up the game.

The puzzles, sense of exploration, epic battles, and vast arsenal of weapons are all truly sensational. The year may be young, by Darksiders will certainly be one of the best titles to be released in 2010.

With the endearing characters complete with hilarious personality, unforgettable gameplay, depth, style and the all important "X" factor, Patapon only delights.

NCAA has managed to satiate a lot of different palettes, while expanding outside of the confines of the console to provide a potentially richer experience for gamers who choose to take advantage of the new online features.

Sigma is a must own for PS3 owners and anyone who likes to have a good bout of action.

This is the best WipEout game to date, make no bones about it.

Forza Motorsport 2 is the best racing simulation ever made.

Skate 3 is the series highpoint in terms of accessibility, fun and features that will extend the life of the product long into the future.

SCIV takes the existing winning formula and carefully adds new elements to make this edition the best edition ever.

It's not refined enough as an action game to contend with the likes of Gears of War, it's been usurped in the survival horror category by the stellar Dead Space, and it's such a deviation from the franchise's foundation that it's almost certain to alienate a large contingent of diehard fans.

Absolutely no context is needed to take this thrill ride that tours all the best parts of gaming's romanticized history and love every second of it.

The speedy pacing and diverse, but limited, mini-games keep the energy high and the excitement rolling. This is one of the can't-miss titles for the brand new PlayStation Move.

Those looking for a fast-paced adrenaline rush that happens to be wrapped in some great art direction and a gorgeous graphics engine won’t be disappointed, especially if that love of all-out action translates into a love of old-school online deathmatch.

While not the revolution its immediate predecessor was, Burnout Revenge stands as the best racing game of the year, and a excellent game in its own right.

The PS3 finally has its casual-player friendly titan that gamers shouldn't miss out on.

As long as you go into this game expecting an intense John Woo thrill, you will not be disappointed.

The best addition to The Two Thrones is Babylon itself. Gone are the lifeless vistas of ancient palaces and forgotten islands. Babylon is a living/breathing city filled with a fearful populace oppressed by an enemy army.

Once all is said and done, this is a must-buy for Wii owners who have never played Resident Evil 4 before or simply want to relive Capcom’s magnum opus.

This game's heart and soul lies in its Xbox Live play. If you've got Live, it would be a good idea to run out and pick this title up for the hours of online entertainment it'll undoubtedly provide.

Disgaea 2: Dark Hero Days is a great PSP title and the best strategy-RPGs available on the system.

The content, excitement and sheer amount of fun re-imagines Lara Croft in a way that will ensure she remains a powerful force in gaming for a long time to come.

With its incredible art and entertaining gameplay, Shank stands near the apex of what downloadable gaming is all about.

Prinny, can you really be the hero? The answer is an astounding yes.

Call of Duty: World at War is an excellent shooter.

With the inclusion of the two button gameplay for beginners, World Cup is a safe buy for soccer fans, casual and hardcore alike.

UFC Undisputed 2010 one of the deepest fighting games on the market, one that is every bit as nuanced and competitively sound as the likes of Virtua Fighter and Street Fighter.

This Guitar Hero might be on its first World Tour but it is assuredly world class.

This is the finest example of an exercise game available.

This is how updates of games that are just over 20 years-old should be: classic, timeless, and modernized in all the right places. FFDI is such a great package that a recommendation couldn't come easier.

The game has always looked amazing, and now they’ve taken it up a notch by giving more detail to each character, especially Sam, and environments.

An auditory feast for Nintendo fans. Everyone who grew up with Mario and friends needs to see what the game has to offer, even players who have never touched a dance game before.

While the game will not win anyone over who isn't into action games or killing zombies, those who enjoy shooting zombies in the face will have fun with Mr. Steakfries. Come for the zombie killing, but stay for the humor.

The improvements made to the Battlefield formula have changed the way future Battlefield games will be judged. Right now, the only company to be with is Bad Company.

Dragon Age is a cinematic masterpiece that incorporates action at all the right spots to keep you firmly interested and dedicated to saving the world from the Darkspawn. You can't go wrong with Dragon Age.

The game translates well on the PSP and is almost an exact carbon copy of the technical achievements brought forth by its bigger brother.

With the most polish and highest production values yet, DiRT 2 should be taken out for a test drive by everyone.

More than ever before, Madden looks, feels and plays like any given Sunday. If you purchase one football game this decade, this is it.

Burnout Paradise has taken several huge gambles in altering the already-winning formula of the franchise. For the most part, Criterion and EA have a winner on their hands.

One of the best Xbox Live Arcade games available.

When we first started playing Zack & Wiki, we found ourselves instantly liking the adventure. There's something undeniably fun and enthralling about this point-and-click adventure.

Fable 2 achieves significant milestones for game design as a whole, forcing players to face their own internal conscience to receive the punishments and rewards for their behavior.

Unreal Tournament 3 for the PS3 is easily the closest a console has ever come to capturing the look and feel of a true "twitch" FPS.

Peace Walker is a shining, golden example of great game design that's emerged during what many see as the PSP's last days.

Pinball Hall of Fame: The Williams Collection is a must-have for any fans of pinball, and well worth checking out by anybody who is just looking for a fun game that offers something different from the run of the mill shooters, RPGs, and action titles that dominate the holiday release schedule.

The World Ends With You is a very unique and stylish RPG that all DS users should try out, at the very least.

The game has just a pristine sheen all over it. It makes full use of the graphical horsepower of the 360. Tons of explosions or cars on the screen don't contribute at all to any slowdown.

If you're a die-hard Halo or RTS fan, Halo Wars is a must own. For everybody else, I highly recommend, at the very least, a rental.

For this gamer, it has taken valuable time away from some full-featured titles, not to mention the rest of the Xbox Live Arcade lineup.

Resistance 2 is perfect example of epic storytelling at its finest. It innovates the FPS genre with a unique twist on co-op modes and large scale, and its 60 person fragfests breathe excitement into the title. It does fall into some conventional FPS trappings, like linear level design, but you can't fault the game too much because the entire experience from front to cover is so polished, you can practically see your reflection when you look at it.

The remedy to a lot of gamers out there that want the control of "NBA Street" but the entire NBA roster and the pro ball experience.

Hands down, this is a much better game than the original Patapon by leaps and bounds.

Mercenaries can simply be described as unadulterated fun. Every facet of the game contributes to the overall experience, creating a game that is far more than the sum of it's parts.

There are some issues with the game, its not perfect, but its still the most fun MK I've played.

Bizarre Creations knows how to make a game with cars. Blur takes the kart racing genre a step forward with addictive progress bars and an evolved take on using weapons strategically.

The game manages to almost perfectly capture the feeling of Scarface, and manages to improve on almost every aspect of GTA in the process.

Halo 3: ODST has left its humble DLC roots in the dust, and is definitely worth the $60 price-tag. It probably won't win over any new fans to the Halo franchise, but it provides an invigoratingly fresh experience and plenty of fan service for those that have lived and loved the series for years.

Adding new features such as the Street Challenge and Dunk Contest, NBA Street V3 is admittedly one of the best street sports games ever created.

The best part is that Sucker Punch created a game that invites you to explore the world and makes it hard to leave.

Someone must have switched to regular coffee because Guitar Hero 5 is fresh and reinvigorates the series with outstanding presentation value and entertaining modes.

More than ever before, Madden looks, feels and plays like any given Sunday. If you purchase one football game this decade, this is it.

Mega Man 10 doesn't need high-resolution textures to turn heads and be an absolute blast to play.

GTA fans that might not have been satisfied with past iterations of the franchise on handhelds may want to give Chinatown Wars a closer look because the experience translates very well here.

Madden has finally entered the next-generation with a fierce new look and some ability to flex some powerful new features like Madden IQ.

If you are serious about getting serious with fighting games, BlazBlue is the first game you need to check out.