As entertaining a gaming experience that The Two Thrones delivers, it’s nothing new- more of a refinement on an already solid formula and premise than anything else.

It's simplistic fighting mechanics and complex puzzles and level design have revived the adventure genre and given gamers a trilogy of epic proportions.

At its core, the game is almost solid. Good graphics, fun combat sequences, and the slowly rewarding element of research and development have potential for a real winner. However, the game is just simply too long and repetitive for its own good.

Once the learning curve has been overcome, players will want to spend time with this game. And adding the tons of unlockables only increases the replay value.

While it is a little short, doesn't have a whole lot to offer after you beat it, and can be difficult, it's a great ride the first few times through. Again, if you find yourself playing first-person shooters of all kinds, then this game is for you.

If you have a respectable gaming level PC, the frame-rate hiccups and certain bland textures may make the PC version more desirable.

A true gamer’s dream. This is a title where every aspect of gaming comes together seamlessly to make an instant classic and quite possibly the best Xbox 360 game on the market right now.

It's a disgrace to see such prime material squandered over such a mediocre game. While it's not horrible, it could have been much cooler.

If a little more time was spent tweaking graphics, as well as fully developing the forensic elements of the game, I think Condemned could have been close to perfect.

Unless you’re locked into buying a bundle when you purchase your Xbox 360 this holiday, it’s probably best to rent Tony Hawk’s American Wasteland.

It runs into problems that stem from not being produced exclusively for the new console, and from overly formulaic third person shooter material.

There is a lot of replay value simply because it’s a good sports game, but the lack of 3-point and dunking contests does hurt it a bit.

Though editing options fall short of what would be a must-have basketball title, NBA 2K6 is arguably the best sports title for the 360 right now.

A mediocre football game. Madden NFL 06 is the Xbox 360's first budget title, it’s just too bad the game isn’t priced that way.

But because the developers took the extra time to develop an excellent online mode, this is a game that should be played by all PSP players. And where else can you blow up zombies with a viral chainsaw dressed in a Santa suit?

But those willing to give it a chance will find the best role playing GAME -- emphasis on the game part -- they've played in a long time. It might just be enough to make a fan out of you.

Sonic Team really dropped the ball on mission design, the graphics are lackluster, camera control issues can result in needless deaths, and the storyline can be a little hard to follow for anyone that is not a Sonic junkie.

Yes, it's strange to be able to damage cops but not have a scratch even when they hit harder than Ike Turner.

Although there are annoyances that will deter some, Kingdom of Paradise is still fun enough that it's worth playing past the rough spots to get to the good stuff.

Not even "New Super Mario Bros." has topped this game. An instant Sonic classic.

The voice over work is absolutely tremendous.

It is better than most movie-to-game translations but it still lacks significant polish. There are just too many annoying things in this game that can’t be ignored.

If you own a DS, you need to own Mario Kart DS. This is the kind of game you shouldn’t have to give a score too. Just go out and buy it.

Unlike most movie games, Narnia for GBA is tolerable, but still lacks an overall polish.

All the basics are there, but the game needs a thorough ironing out because of the little flaws add up to one major let down.

The replay value for this game is extremely high, as you are only limited by your imagination.

It is a breath of fresh air for the Suikoden series, and definitely should pique the interest of tactics-lovers.

Strikingly original.

Unless there is a vested interest in this game, it is not really worth getting.

Couple all these problems and shortcomings with the fact that the game can probably be beaten in less than five hours for even the most inexperienced of gamers and you have a game that should've started out as a budget title.

Without Warning has a lot of technical problems, and they can make play repetitive and aggravating. But taking out wave upon wave of terrorists can be fun. It is not high art, but it tries too hard to escape the fun, lighthearted game it really is.

The paint-by-numbers action doesn't kill the game entirely, but without any real diversity throughout the linear levels, plus the extremely short duration, the game is placed squarely as a rental for fans of The Incredibles. For everyone else, move along. It's nothing you haven't seen before.

If you have never played a game in this genre, you should probably pick up this title. However, if you feel like you can handle an MP-40 pretty well already, the main fun to be found here is in the airplane and tank missions.

Mutant Nightmare is simply a fun game. It doesn't bring anything revolutionary to the table, but it is very entertaining.

Players of all skill levels will enjoy mastering every facet of their superpowers, all while facing increasingly challenging foes and learning new more powerful abilities.

I must say that while it doesn't even approach gaming's Pantheon of Gods nor does it really aspire to do as much, it does succeed as a pure action gaming experience.

I was attracted to SAC for its style and potential, but with flawed controls and lackluster graphics, I was sorely disappointed. GITS never comes out its shell and remains just another shooter.

The worst Xbox game I have ever played, period. It is a perfect example of what a modern day FPS should NOT be.

It has a superb cast of characters with a great variety of moves, a unique (though flawed) single player experience, and the given multiplayer fun.

The most realistic WWII-inspired game in the market.

Between the multitude of challenges that players must overcome in the single player campaign, the mods that can be made and played with the included World Builder and the ever-changing multiplayer scene, we’re happy to say that Civilization IV should hold the attention of the strategy gamer for months to come.

Treasure definitely knows action and 2D gaming. If you thought the action was intense in "Astro Boy: The Omega Factor", then you will love what they have done with Gunstar.

It's still clear that this game has crossed the line from being simple enough for a child into simply being cheap.

After playing "San Andreas," Liberty City Stories is the greasy cheeseburger that untrained players will enjoy, but connoisseurs can only tolerate it instead of basking in the full favor of something greater.

In the end, you must head the advice which our dear bounty hunter has taken to heart, literally: BE THE BALL.

While not perfect, Call of Cthulhu is an important demonstration of what should matter in a game.

For newcomers to the series and Gamecube owners, though, Mario Mix provides an entertaining introduction to the world of Dance Dance Revolution.

When it comes down to it, Shining Force Neo is an average title with a couple of nice game mechanics.

One word sums up CTTR... average.

In the end, it's like a great looking but uncomfortable pair of shoes; you hope you can break them in and get used to the pain, but after living with them for a week or two you realize it won't get any better.

The best reinvention of the Tony Hawk franchise to date. The game makes skating fun to learn and addictive like you cannot imagine.

The game’s pacing, gameplay goals, and presentation might be a little too slow for today’s younger gaming age.

Sniper Elite just doesn't have that much to offer your average gamer.

As far as movie-based games go Chicken Little really isn't that bad of a choice.

It has its own brand of off color humor, and the gameplay is top notch. Again, I can't say enough about the music. It's so cool!

With all the content, THAW literally has something for everyone, and thus overcomes its flaws with brilliance.

One of those titles that comes along only once every few years, a game that just seems to get everything right- the game’s overall experience exceeds the sum of its considerably impressive parts. This reviewer cannot remember the last time that he was so immersed in a FPS’s single-player game.

It's a beat-'em-up with a real story and not just mindless button mashing. If you're of age and want to see where brawlers of the future should be headed, you should definitely check out TheWarriors.

A wonderful addition to fans of the Fire Emblem series. The cut scenes are very cool, the upgrades in animation breathe more life into the characters, and the new character types and stage goals bring some new gameplay elements to the series.

The lack of polish, buggy gameplay, and repetition brings this game down like bowling ball underwater.

I only hope that enough Americans will appreciate Mr. Wright so that we can get our hands on the other two titles in the series.

It’s nice to see the addition of vehicles, though they’re not as fun as you'd expect.

The story is the game's strongest point, though it won't be exposed here so as not to spoil anything, and it’s full of deeper meanings that one can read into if so inclined.

Seems comfortable to rest squarely in the warm embrace of the genre that id pioneered a decade ago. Certainly, that’s not a bad place to be.

SSX On Tour feels very similar to its immediate predecessor, SSX 3. To a certain extent, SSX On Tour is simply more of the stuff that made SSX 3 so great, but in this case more of the same isn't a bad thing.

This is a solid game, but there isn't much in the way of innovation here that I can see apart from the obvious graphical improvements.

This game represents 2D gaming at its finest and shouldn’t missed by anyone. Yes, the touch screen implementation kind of hinders gameplay, but Dawn of Sorrow is still one of best, if not the best, Castlevania game to date.

This game will manage to frustrate players within a relatively short amount of time. Repetition and some really difficult operations will be more than enough to push any gamer away.

In the heavily saturated strategy game market it is nice to see that someone can get back to the basics and make a game that is more about planning a strategy than memorizing hotkeys and map details.

Despite any changes or additions, everybody knows what Mega Man is all about, and if you liked any of the previous games you'll probably like this one too.

If you’re interested in trying something new, with a great plot and deep rewards, then this is a good pickup. If you’d rather have a more mainstream experience, with more obvious intense moments, then this won’t be a good purchase.

With only small problems here and there, it's hard to imagine a person not liking this game.

There really is no replay value for Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico. It's too easy and it does nothing very well.

The cartoon-like cel-shaded characters and enemies really give the game a style of its own, and the banter between characters is always light hearted.

This game isn't about the blasting or the slashing – it's about the scares. Let me tell you, it'll scare you good.

It is a beautiful game with some technical flaws that are definitely worth overlooking. The excellent mixture of the alternate storyline and the sensational art style are second to none.

In the end, the story mode of Ultimate Spider-Man and the incredible boss fights make it worth a rental. The repetition of missions and short length of the game do not justify a purchase.

Legend of Kay is likely to get lost in the shuffle leading up to this year's holiday season, but it's one of the better action games to hit the shelves this year. The designers were smart not to go crazy with new concepts.

Relic and THQ once more offer up a sublime strategy game, graced with top-notch graphics, an exciting and epic storyline and a tons of character.

It proves that an engrossing storyline doesn’t have to come in a boring package, but rather one filled with emotionally engaging characters and intense action.

The sound of a leather boot impacting a chicken, and the resulting squawks and flapping that result, must be heard first hand to be truly appreciated.

It's one of the best sequels to come down the pipe in a long time, leaving the good parts of the original well enough alone while adding just the right amount of new content to keep things fresh.

X-Men Legends II is a gem for comic book fans, or fans of a good action RPG. The game offers a very balanced proportion of depth, control, and action.

High difficulty, poor construction, and annoying audio make this game a rental, at best, for all but the most hardcore of real-time strategy gamers.

Even though the core experience is enjoyable, there are too many little annoyances and omissions that pile up together to bring it down.

An incredible game, but there are other, cheaper options that are available to cash-strapped gamers.

Last year's game, with a few more bells and whistles.

King of Swing is like getting a new puppy; it is addictive and fun at first, but then the full reality of taking care of it finally sets in. Initially the game will be fun, but then frustration and (even) anger may eventually become the norm.

The good news is that it has an abundance of new features that, rather than taking over the basic goals, instead complements them. It's an expansion that actually expands on the core game, so if you're getting a little bored with the basic package it's a good bet.

It's an excellent game, and definitely worth checking out for racing nuts, casual gamers, and anyone who wants to just practicing crashing into oncoming traffic.

Easily the best game in the Evil Dead video game series (steer away from Hail to the King and Fistfull of Boomstick!). However, this isn't saying much. It has its fair share of flaws, including "lazy" graphics, repetitive gameplay, and a glitch-infested level design.

Flaws aside, this is the best young girl targeted GBA game to come out in a long time. If I had a young daughter, I would very much rather buy her this Barbie game than any other children's game including That's So Raven, Disney Princess, or any Shrek game.

Its excellent gameplay distant it from the other hockey games and the great level of control over the players separates it from the past years of the series, and offers an immensely improved experience.

If you like to easily create uber-characters and enjoy killing clueless noobs, Dofus probably isn't the game for you. But, if you want something that's a little offbeat, with a heavy reliance on community and group goals, you can do a lot worse than spending $7 to see if you like it.

If you really want to get into the KoF series, but can't deal with the low grade graphics, then pick up "KoF: Maximum Impact," but if you want a solid, fun, high-quality fighting game that delivers masses of playtime, then King of Fighters 2002/2003 is well worth the investment.

A game too difficult to learn for newbies, too little off-the-track detail for fans of other high quality racing simulations, and too much of the same for those MotoGP players who are tired of the same old thing.

Instead of being a true retro experience to educate modern gamers on gaming's short but sweet history, this compilation feels more like a way to cheat gamers out of $20 by exploiting nostalgia.

Dynasty Warriors Advance just isn't a good game. The combat style synonymous with the series simply didn't make the transition from console to handheld well in any way.