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

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.

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

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.

Don’t miss this masterful shooter.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

From the beautifully crafted and finely detailed setting, to the intriguing characters that reside within, this game is definitely one that needs to be experienced.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Despite the overzealous police presence and mostly pointless Social Club, fans of the series will find plenty to like in Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.

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

An incredible game and a heavyweight in the RPG genre.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Rock Band may not be the type of game that defines a generation, but it's definitely the kind of game that raises the bar in its respective genre.

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

SSFIV is the definitive version of Street Fighter.

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?

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

If you already own it, there's nothing new here, but it's the same incredibly addictive game with all the noises and the Ode to Joy and all those great things, making it definitely worth picking up otherwise.

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.

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.

The Show is a pure baseball fanatic's dream come true. With outstanding visuals luring gamers to try it, the gameplay does the rest to seal the deal on this winning experience.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

While it doesn't quite hit the combat-related heights of the original Superstar Saga, Bowser's Inside Story is a massive improvement over Partners In Time and easily outdoes the two previous titles with stellar animation, quirky dialog, and plenty of side-quests and optional material to explore.

I love the new dribbling system and many of the other improvements that FIFA 10 brought to the table this year, but in the end it's unforgivable for a developer to harm an online mode so blatantly and for a glitch to literally bring down the house on what is arguably the game's most important mode.

For such an all-star season last year, The Show is more about maintaining what worked so well with 2008's edition than rocking the world with massive changes.

Limbo is a triumphant Xbox Live Arcade game that hits all the right emotional notes that make this a captivating game throughout.

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

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.

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

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.

Forza Motorsport 2 is the best racing simulation ever made.

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

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

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

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.

Souls is a top notch title that is impossible to put down.

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.

Left 4 Dead is one of the most unique titles to release in quite some time.

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.

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

Visually stunning while maintaining a blazing speed and 60fps. The graphics really shine when played on an HDTV.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Uncharted is the best game Naughty Dog has ever crafted.

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.

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

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

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