This is perhaps the greatest ever chapter in the Zelda series. It manages to be absolutely revolutionary and yet still familiar.

The single-player campaign, while outstanding, is simply eclipsed by what is the most innovative and well-balanced online experience out there.

In my opinion, Grand Theft Auto IV is the best game of this generation, thus far, and one of the best games ever made.

Metal Gear Solid 4 is a game that pushes. It pushes the PS3 into beginning to realize its potential.

This is the definitive gaming experience of the year so far. This is the total package from top to bottom and worth every single penny you spend on it.

LBP is one of the most important games to be released this decade. A tall order with the hype machine running overtime for the game but the way it reinvents how video games are played is sure to have lasting effects indefinitely. It is impossible not to fall in love with all the charm LBP oozes.

Heavy Rain transcends the current definition of a video game and blazes a beautiful, artistic trail with a psychological thriller that features shades of Hitchcock.

The gaming experience you will have playing Metroid Prime absolutely breathtaking. I find myself finding new ways to praise this game every single day.

Forza Motorsport 3 is the best racing simulation ever made and as close to a flawless game as I've ever played.

Uncharted 2 can't come with enough rave recommendations. This game has something for everybody, no questions asked.

Super Mario Galaxy was a triumph, but the sequel manages to take things to a new level of excellence by adding new material as well as fixing elements that, in hindsight, did not appear to be broken.

The hit zone-based targeting system, for example, makes anything else in the genre seem obsolete and primitive. It's that sophisticated.

Simply amazing: From start to finish it will dazzle your eyes, ears, intellect, as well as your imagination.

Without a shadow of a doubt, this is the finest PSP game ever crafted and consequently set the bar for future games on top of Mount Olympus.

Over 40 to 50 hours of gameplay for your first time through. Every hour features challenging, rewarding, fun and entertaining gameplay. Excellent dungeon design and memorable locales.

GTA Double Pack is a "desert island" type of game that you can play for ten minutes to ten hours, regardless of how long you've owned it.

Twilight Princess is not as revolutionary as "Ocarina of Time." It doesn't reinvent a 2D classic as a 3D one. It doesn't revolutionize the adventure genre. Instead, it takes everything about the Zelda universe and improves upon it. It is bigger, and it is better. But it’s not new. It is a great evolution of the loved series.

An amazing first show at racing, and possibly the best simulation game ever produced.

The videogame equivalent of Hurricane Ivan; everyone that has come into contact with it has either been stuck with an immense sense of awe, or had their life changed in a significant manner.

Don’t miss this masterful shooter.

A must-buy. Simple as that. Each of these 9 maps are astounding to say the least.

The gameplay is fresh, exciting, and surprisingly nuanced, the graphics are gorgeous both technically and artistically, and the online play is incredibly addictive. Unquestionably the best game on the Xbox 360, a major contender for game of the year, and quite possibly the game that will forever define the Xbox 360.

One of the best console first-person shooters ever made, with multiplayer that is way ahead of anything else on any console.

However, despite these shortcomings, it's nearly impossible not to celebrate the exceptional design that backbones Galaxy. This encompasses everything from the controls to the level design to the music – not to mention everything unconventional or traditional in between.

Every component of the Orange Box stands as a unique triumph in modern game design and serves as powerful representation of what's possible when you have one of the most talented and dedicated developers in the industry working at the top of their game.

Insomniac has created another Ratchet and Clank to top the last one.

Bottom line: Super Smash Bros. Brawl is a must-purchase for every single Wii owner. If you own a Wii, you have to own this game.

Capybara Games needs to be commended for taking a franchise that nobody cares about any more and turning it into something that deserves undivided attention by using an innovation, beautiful art and smart game design to keep the gameplay addicting.

Long after finishing the story the multiplayer will still hold its enjoyment. It offers a drastically different experience from all the other Live action games, making it probably the newest reason to subscribe to Live.

This is one of the best games of this generation, and a must-have for anyone with the slightest bit of interest in the post-apocalyptic genre.

Dead Space is a potent combination of visceral glee and intense terror. This is the next generation of survival horror. Let's see if "Resident Evil 5" can keep up.

When it's all said and done, Picross 3D is one of the most satisfying, unique, and charming puzzle games to be released in quite a while.

The combat is more intuitive, the narrative exceeds almost all in its genre, the plasmid and gun customizations are richer, the multiplayer certainly stands on its own, and the nods to the first game is undoubtedly valued.

In short, Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver are excellent remakes of the Gold and Silver pair of games.

Fans of the Dark Knight must not miss Batman: Arkham Asylum. This game is everything one would want a Batman game to be and I cannot recommend it enough.

The players move even more fluid than before, a vast improvement over the sometimes choppiness of the visuals during an intense, route-switching play.

If you consider yourself a gamer and fancy the online stores, there is no excuse not to play Shooter.

Much to the delight of every RPG and Star Wars fan, KOTOR delivers a game that features a compelling story, robust character development, a well-refined combat interface, tons of extras, downloadable content, and the ability to explore the Star Wars universe and use all the Jedi tricks you could hope for.

Call of Duty 4 is Infinity Ward's best game to date, the best military shooter ever made, and one of the best games of the year. If you are not a fan of first-person shooters, this game will make you rethink your position.

NHL 11 is the best hockey game EA's produced at least in this generation, and possibly ever.

Ivy the Kiwi? is one of the most unexpected, best games to happen on the Wii and DS.

While the cumulative experience derived from the campaign may be disappointing, the underlying gameplay is still fun and the set pieces are still exciting, at least the first time you play through them.

Despite the omitted tune, Final Fantasy XIII overall is a high quality RPG that is worth every ounce of the hype. It most likely won't change the minds of those who dislike JRPGs, but fans of the genre will love every minute of the 70-100 hours they will invest.

It is beautiful, challenging, rewarding and fun. It's a game that you could play through several times just for the hell of it, and that's before you actively try going after the many, very cool extras. It is a game that encompasses your thoughts in all walks of life.

This year's version of Madden isn't just good - it's legendary. Madden NFL 11 boasts a host of new features, but the most dramatically noticeable are the vastly improved running and receiving games.

In short, Pokemon HeartGold and SoulSilver are excellent remakes of the Gold and Silver pair of games.

Echoes has already made its debut on Xbox Live Arcade, but it fits quite well in the PSP Mini library. In fact, it's one of the best PSP Minis available, which may not be saying much due to the scant library filled with sub-par games, but it's definitely a crystal in the rough.

BioShock is still the game it was a year ago and is an amazing entry for the PlayStation 3's line-up.

Assassin's Creed 2 is an amazing sequel. It outclasses the original in almost every way, but in doing so only enhanced my appreciation for the original game and the foundation it provided.

Despite the short-but-sweet nature of the game, it actually delivers more value than a significant portion of full retail-priced Xbox 360 games. Shadow Complex is a game that is incredibly simple and straight-forward in the most intuitive and imaginative way possible.

An incredible game and a heavyweight in the RPG genre.

Street Fighter IV is the culmination of two decades of learning what works, correcting what does not, making good things better, and discarding baffling missteps.

The addition of the masterful Spec-Ops modes goes a long way to making up for the uneven campaign though, and the competitive multiplayer is as addictive as expected.

Gears of War 2 isn't quite the landmark title that first game was, but it's still one of the best third-person shooters ever made.

Samus' new adventure is one of her best. It's darker than any Metroid game out there, more challenging, more atmospheric and perhaps longer. Overall, it's a very extension of Metroid Prime – which is both a good thing and a bad thing.

There is a beautiful synthesis of creativity of the Beatles and creativity from Harmonix working together to make a chart topping game.

Weighing in with 13 maps, 26+ game modes, and a slew of adjustable options, Halo is a veritable cornucopia of multiplayer goodness. Add System Link Support to the fray, and you're looking all night frag-filled benders.

Dead Space is a potent combination of visceral glee and intense terror.

Just Cause 2 isn't going to win any awards for its story, but it will pick up accolades for the astonishing amount of activities and collecting to do on the island of Panau.

SSFIV is the definitive version of Street Fighter.

Resistance also is amongst the best storytelling this genre has probably ever seen. It's all told through documentary-style narration that takes itself very seriously.

It's so pretty that it’s fun to just simply watch it rather than play it.

There isn't any question that Bash Party is one of the best games on the Wii. It is that simple.

This is a no-brainer. PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe is one of the best games on the PSP.

The single best squad-based shooter ever made, and the best game to be released so far this year.

The game fulfills the obvious but unfulfilled potential of its predecessor in grand fashion, with a bigger adventure, a richer universe to explore, more visceral combat, and conversation mechanics that actually make character development a captivating piece of the experience.

The coolest new [online] addition is the sports ticker. With it you can see the scores of your friend's games on the ticker as you're playing so you can quickly check the results of people on your Buddy List.

A disappointing single-player campaign makes the game absolutely worthless to single-player only gamers, but anyone with an internet connection, a penchant for destruction and an appetite for something different should join this battle.

The game is far from perfect, but its few faults are buried deeply under a game that shines brightly with its strengths.

As mentioned earlier, Rock Band 2 is Harmonix perfecting their established formula with a few gameplay improvements and the addition of some new modes.

Halo: Reach, more than any other game in the series, truly belongs in this generation; It's everything fans want it to be and more.

It will take even the most hardcore gamers a couple weeks to complete 100%. Throughout the game there will be a total of 96 Shine Sprites to collect and 240 blue coins.

Ratchet and Clank Future: Tools of Destruction is like asking for a pony for your birthday only, when you open your present, it turns out to be a unicorn.

If you own a Wii, you have to own Corruption. If you don’t own a Wii, this is a convincing reason you might want to think about buying one.

It is one of the very first games to move onto a new level by being able to manipulate you're emotions. Brothers in Arms is a superb game.

Psychonauts stays in your mind with its great gameplay, memorable visual style and storyline, as well as its persistently hilarous dialogue. It's easily the best platformer on the Xbox.

If you've played the previous games, you'll be impressed. But if it's your first entry in the series, then you'll be enthralled.

Uncharted is the best game Naughty Dog has ever crafted.

Great game, worth every penny. If you like massive battles, star wars, first person shooters or vehicles, you will definitely want to check this game out.

A cocktail of equal parts exhilaration and terror, F.E.A.R. excels in every facet of game design. The definition of a must-play title.

The addition of an elegant new over system has completely changed the face of tactical combat, while the streamlined squad-mechanics are accessible enough to bring in new players, while still providing more than enough depth to allow veterans to dominate the battlefield.

Halo 3 is an excellent first-person shooter, and with it, Bungie ends its trilogy on a strong note.

A must own, as it's one of the very best games this year on any system.

The end result is an engrossing racing experience - one which draws upon both the simulation and arcade ends of the racing spectrum and balances them perfectly in order to provide the most enjoyable rally racing experience on the Xbox.

The best soccer game on the market as of now. It has everything a soccer gamer could want, and more.

Virtua Fighter 5 isn't a perfect fighting game, but its damn close. It's easily the best fighting game available on the Xbox 360. Fans of the genre owe it to themselves to pick this game up, along with an arcade stick.

Every facet of the gameplay is brilliant, and it's wrapped in the best looking graphics on the Xbox to date. I've used the word 'immersion' in this review several times, and really it really is the aspect of Riddick that truly separates it from the pack.

The game is just too big to elaborate on in its entirety, and this is a game that really has to be experienced, not just read about. Want to know what to expect? You can expect a massive game that is very open.

For fans of the genre, it is the pinnacle of racing simulation.

Unfortunately, the main quest is short by RPG standards. Luckily, the game is jam packed with side quests, and experimenting with different characters and your good/evil allignment on multiple playthroughs will last awhile.

Mass Effect is an amazing game, one that will be remembered for a long time to come.

Not only gorgeous, but is also one of the most realistic sports games to date.

This is highly recommended to anyone of any age who enjoys addictive gameplay and great game design.

After the controls have been mastered, this baby handles like a sports car, so long as you keep a sharp eye on your map, and pay careful attention to enemy movement.

Surprisingly, the component this game absolutely nails is the one that has traditionally been its Achilles heel, single-player.

Yet another remarkable production by the skilled developers at Intelligent Systems. The series finally returns to the console realm, and its radiance should incite anyone to do one thing: cross the path, and never look back.

Incredibly different from anything else on the market, thanks to a great blend of gameplay styles and wonderful combat. Fairly linear however, and uneven difficulty can make some bosses frustrating.

The best game currently out for the 360 and one of the best fighting games ever made.