The price might be set at a point where it mitigates some of the harsh words said about it, but developers, at this point, really need to recognize the limits of the PSP.

Even though this is a sequel, the gameplay still feels fresh and unique. The downside is that the opportunity to smooth out the learning curve was largely passed by and casts a shadow over the whole experience.

What is perhaps most remarkable about Throwback is the intentional lack of effort to updated and broaden the appeal of a franchise that is highly dated in the gameplay department.

Dead to Rights: Retribution is by no means a bad game, though it can't really be called a good one either. Redundancy runs rampant in nearly every aspect of the game.

Those who enjoy hack-and-slash, giant bosses, heart wrenching stories, endless sheep killing, and games that poke fun of themselves and other games will adore NIER if they can get past the ugly outer layer. If players give it a chance, at the very least a rental, they'll discover how fantastic and funny this game really is.

SSFIV is the definitive version of Street Fighter.

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

Record of Agarest War is the very reason Japanese game development is accused of stagnation, and the sleazy marketing doesn't lend the game any credence. This is not 1998.

Monsters (Probably) Stole My Princess is a comical title that is great for gamers who want a quick time waster or for the perfectionist looking for top scores.

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.

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.

Anyone whose interest ends at the single-player or the co-op campaign could potentially set the game aside after a little as five hours. Those who fall in love with the new gameplay will find more than enough reason to return to the shadows.

It seems that adding RPG elements into any type of genre is a great move. It worked for other games, and it works for AB.

All in all, Prison Break: The Conspiracy is an okay game that doesn't do all that much to differentiate itself from other television/movie-based tie-ins.

Ultimately, Samurai Shodown Sen is a title lacking the polish and depth found in the other brawlers available at this time. Poor controls and odd damage calculations dampen what could have been an entertaining experience, while plain scenery and dated graphics make it a little stale for the eyes.

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

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.

The gameplay is extremely engaging because the Wii Motion Plus support is so well done. This is how motion controls should work from here on out.

The game has a lot of great features and loads of content to wade through, but the developers completely missed the first, most basic elements of motorcycle racing. The thrill of riding a motorcycle is completely absent and without it, the rest of the feature set loses its impact.

With improved visuals, controls and gameplay, SC2 gives rivals Halo Wars and Command and Conquer a run for its money.

Perfect Dark HD is the version of the classic N64 game that highlights everything that worked well and patches holes that revolved around pushing the cart-based system to its absolute limit.

Metro 2033 is a different experience; it's one fans of the FPS genre might've never indulged in before.

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

While Awakening is mostly a worthy follow-up to Origins, it manages to touch greatness in several areas, only to quickly shrink away from it. The story is genuinely interesting, but the plot unfolds in such an uneven manner some folks may stop caring before the big reveal

Resonance of Fate is a game designed specifically for the hardcore role-playing fan.

Beyond Time And Space is difficult to pin down with a single score. The source material is fantastic, but the Wii port suffers from grating technical issues. Definitely play this season of Sam & Max, but be aware of the Wii version's quirks before jumping in.

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

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