The Psi abilities really do make the player feel powerful against the guards and the wide options for its use is great.

All in all, Battlefield 1943 is one of the highest quality multiplayer games you’ll find on Xbox Live Arcade, and for the asking price, it’s one of the best deals, as well.

If you’re into puzzles and you’ve never played the PC version of N, this one is a must buy.

During the career mode you can have a rivalry that becomes so fierce it actually gets added to the ESPN Classic's section.

Bungie have done a grand job in expanding the Halo universe here and although the story aspect might not be as rigid as previous games, the execution and presentation is second to none and has been well thought out to capture your imaginations even if you don't immediately gel with the players on the stage as readily.

With driving fans having to pick between Forza 2 and this it’s really just a matter of preference even though Forza 2 has more fans, arcade style racers will feel more at home with DiRT.

Capcom have done wonders with keeping the elements that made RE what they are, but also moving it forwards just enough to remain fresh.

Pure fan service for Xbox owners and Live users who may wish to have all DOA games on their chosen system.

Beginners and casual gamers with little patience will likely be turned off by the difficult Drift Competitions and Driver Duel races (when playing against the A.I.), but otherwise, SHIFT offers a highly customizable and engaging player experience that is welcoming to both racing-sim lovers and arcade racers alike.

CMR 2005 may not be as visually impressive as the Rallisport titles but it does deliver in terms of gameplay the most playable and fun authentic rally experience of any of the available rally titles.

I have found that NFSMW is highly addictive and the return to the roots of the series with the pursuit mode is a more than a welcome inclusion over the recent underground titles.

If you are looking for a wide variety of single and multiplayer game types then I would say that this game is well worth a look.

If you like puzzle adventures and want a break from the usual hack and slash or shoot "em ups, than this game is a must.

An ambitious game which somewhat lacks ambition at the same time. For a third person action game it delivers the right ingredients and then offers an unquestionable level of freedom to do as one pleases.

Make no mistake, UFC 2009: Undisputed IS the best UFC game to date, and while it is far from perfect, at the very least THQ and Yukes have created a solid base on which build a successful and long-running franchise.

If it sounds hard to web swing into a wall run, grab a little girl's balloon as you jump off the wall to attack a thug, and yank another goon into the air with you as you drop, then you're beginning to understand how complex some of these move combinations can be.

The customisation options are great for those of you wishing to get that bit more bang for your buck but are not really needed for the more casual players who will have enough to contend with in the Classic and Story modes.

While Lords of Shadow breathes new life into the Castlevania franchise, it still has its moments of gaming nostalgia, all the while delivering an experience that is not to be missed.

Without a doubt, Darksiders is a game that stands on the shoulders of giants, and Vigil Games clearly could not be more proud of this fact, as their passionate yet careful design demonstrates that they both respect and know how to borrow from the best

Battlefield Bad Company is one of very few shooters to come out this summer for the Xbox 360 out of a collection of so many overall, but Battlefield Bad Company surely isn't going to be the breaking point for this genre as its dark humour and explosive gameplay is keeping us thirsty for more.

World Cup 2010 is an excellent way to get into football games for those who are curious about the amazing excitement World Cup football can generate, this game has a lot to offer players who don't already have a football game from this year. For anyone else, it might be best to just watch the tournament on TV and stick to FIFA 10.

With its new cinematic approach to the series it has captured the essence of what Bond does in the movies very well.

It looks good, it plays well, it’s easy to pick up and the Street fighter theme compliments the puzzling gameplay.

Remedy has done a cracking job with Alan Wake, providing a game that's solid entertainment of the survival horror nature from start to finish. There are some moments where the game does feel a bit 'samey' in terms of design, but with such an engaging and captivating story, you'll feel compelled to drive onwards and see it through to its conclusion.

With over 20 new battlefronts on land and in space, this is a great sequel with a lot more added features improving the original tenfold.

If you like tactical shooters then this game is most certainly a must buy. If you are new to Rainbow games, then this is as good place to start as any as knowledge of the first game isn't essential for the experience.

Dance Central is a great entry into new realms for Harmonix and those who have picked up Kinect.

While it may not be perfect and it may have taken a few steps backwards, the strides forward still make NBA 2K10 the best damn basketball game you’ll find on the Xbox 360 – or on any other console, for that matter.