After a couple of hours, the boring and repetitive game will strike you like a sack of knobs to the face.

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

Schizoid's simple to learn but difficult to master attitude makes this definitely one of the better XBLA games of 2008.

With no multiplayer options, limited game progression, a terrible soundtrack, and horrible touch control recognition, it is hard to recommend this game over the budget friendly Neves.

Better gameplay, more characters, better story, and a nice budget price tag. I just wish they could improve those visuals a little more.

Pipe Mania is an okay game possibly worthy of a rental for big fans of puzzle games, but it doesn’t have the staying power of games like Tetris, Columns, Braid, and Boom Blox.

For $20, I can't complain, as it was a fun diversion and I appreciated the fact that I didn't HAVE to play the game for 20 hours just to unlock a slightly steeper slope.

Despite its flaws, any fan of Star Fox should play through Star Fox Assault, but don't be too quick to pawn off your copy of "Star Fox 64" on eBay.

But, if you are looking to partake in a definitive step forward for the survival horror genre…I’m afraid that Silent Hill 4 does not take it.

Even though Metal Slug has not evolved, it is a still a fun game, but game design changes would definitely be welcomed in the inevitable Metal Slug 8.

The replay value on offer in Shark Tale is very low. Once you pass through the entire game you probably won’t want to go back and experience it again, unless you’re a fanatic follower of the movie.

It feels like if the game was a bit more polished, it could've been special. Instead, it just shows a lot of promise, but ends up spreading itself too thin.

The Undergarden doesn't ever really turn into a bad experience, just one that most people will never go out their way to play.

This is a pity, as Digimon: Dusk has really taken the genre in new directions and done things I only wish Pokemon and other games like it would do. Some call Digimon an imitation. I call it an evolution of the genre.

The best thing we can say about Area 51is that it is “good enough”- a label that ultimately makes for a forgettable game.

Overall, while The Punisher is not a nice game—it’s bloody, violent and certainly not for the kids—and it’s not exceptionally designed, as licenses go, it’s one of the best.

In all honestly, Spiderman Web of Shadows entirely misses the mark.

For what it is, Castle Shikigami 2 is decent and can be fun. It’s just a standard shooter and will most likely appeal to fans of this type of game. In other words, it won’t be winning people over to the genre.

Alien Breed 2: Assault is a decent game and a fun co-op experience but there are some flaws.

If Hyperballoid spent just a little more time in development and had just a little bit more of a budget, it could have been a great addition to the flooded ball and paddle genre.

All in all, the game will probably take around 12-15 hours to complete. With no multiplayer to any significant bonus features, replay value is quite low.

Scratches was developed by a two-man team: one designer and one artist. We have to admit that’s pretty impressive.

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.

For all the good that can be said about the game’s graphics, sound, and generally fun ride, the biggest pitfall is that this ride ends far too shortly, clocking in with a playtime of no more than 6 to 8 hours.

While Untamed may be the first step into the next generation territory for this franchise it feels like it showed up about a year too late to be acceptable.

Defendin DePenguin is definitely aimed at the younger crowd, and its audio-visual style may turn off older gamers and genre veterans.

Orochi Saga is in the same conundrum as all the other SNK games I’ve reviewed. Fun to play. Bad graphics. Low price. Lots of nostalgia value.

Even though the combat system is kind of lame, the graphics are pretty much on par, and the WiFi mode is limited to single player, I still enjoyed my time with this title.

Despite graphical plus points, Worms Forts: Under Siege! suffers the pains incurred through fundamental flaws that impact the gameplay quality and the overall experience a gamer can have.

Is Despair an enjoyable game? Yes, but it's not the definitive co-op Castlevania game that fans were hoping for.

Fuel definitely separates itself from the competition with its expansive open area. However, despite its technical achievements, it fails to nail the basic necessities that most of its competitors games give.

The game is rightfully priced at a cheaper $20 price point, with Pac-Man Vs being the obvious highlight of this compilation. If you need a classic gaming fix from time to time, then this game can satisfy that craving.

I couldn’t recommend this game to a lot of people though, as it is more of a movie then a game. It’s niche and like I said, I can’t blame anyone for passing it up on store shelves.

While the game does something new and is perfect for a quick game session on the way to work or on a break, it lacks the potential to be anything more.

It’s a rare occurrence for me to become totally engrossed by a videogame, but this one had me captivated from the get-go.

Most of the game is nicely done, but the bad AI kills what could’ve been a real must-buy.

While I have serious issues with this game's graphics and gameplay, the numerous little innovations that are at its core force me to give it a stay of execution. While I think both versions of Transformers could have been great with more work, I wasn't expecting much from it in the first place, so I remain pleasantly surprised.

Geist is intriguing enough as the sum of its parts to elicit forgiveness for its shooting gameplay.

Rubik’s World is probably one of the only games to come out last year with vastly different game types that almost never connect to the greater whole and still managed to be very playable.

We Ski & Snowboard is a better game than the original, but all the same nuisances still hinder and slowdown the game’s overall fun factor.

The actual tennis engine is extremely well put together, thus giving tennis purists a reason to pick the game up.

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.

When Yuke's broke onto the faltering wrestling scene a few years back, they reinvigorated it with simple but elegant controls, solid animations, and added impact to the fights. They've done it again with Rumble Roses, though it seems to be more of a decent first effort [for a new franchise] than the game that will redefine the genre.

For the price, Unsolved Crimes isn’t bad.

Despite the graphical shortcomings, NeoGeo Battle Coliseum is still a good fighting game.

I really like how the different characters are voiced, and the individual casting is spot on.

It falters in more aspects than it flies, with horrible AI, and an in game system that makes the game feel like more of a chore than a fun experience.

The replay value isn’t very high for casual fans of the sport, and I suspect not even hardcore fans will spend copious amounts of time with the title.

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

You will be hard pressed to find a better pool experience on the Wii, especially with an $8 price tag.

The Master Roshi load screen has more replay value than Babidi’s Space Ship. I find this game insulting both as a gamer and as a DBZ fan.

Unfortunately, I now know the reason why this game was delayed for such a long time.

This game is entertaining, but only in short bursts.

Nothing about Superstars V8 Racing is glaringly bad, aside from the tiresome menus that need to read your save whenever you make a selection.

Only try it if you are a hardcore fan, or if you are willing to master an inefficient and frustrating control system.

This newest edition of Pitfall has all the elements to make a fun platformer, but it is just put together rather sloppily.

All in all, Neo Contra plays like any 2D action game that goes vertical: less than it should. The game carries the name Contra, but the similarities in where it would count end there.

Is Ferrari Challenge a bad game? Absolutely not. But the lack of options, damage and cumbersome draw distance really hold this game back.

Compared to the SNES version, this DS game just doesn’t cut the mustard.

Be warned this game is for true "Turtle" believers, younger children, and maybe the die-hard 2D fanatic. If you do not fall into one or more of these categories, I'd advise you to look elsewhere for your on-the-go action fix.

The slow down problem, the wonky character models, and horrible text, and the double tapped "A" jump button feature need a complete reworking.

As a whole, The Hardy Boys: Treasure on the Tracks is a pleasant adventure game with an interesting, if not always plausible, story.

While Twonkies may be simple and easily figured out it is still offers a decent amount of fun to gamers.

Despite having an annoying audio side, Puzzle Guzzle is one of the best $20 games I have played in a long time.

Solid in virtually every way, it’ll more than tide you over till Devil May Cry 3 comes along.

With the wealth of tweaking options, the high learning curve, and the dominating AI, Baja: Edge of Control is a game that only hardcore fans can truly sink their teeth into.

If you love quiz games, or are looking for something a little different to play with buddies, then TV Show King is a great option for 1000 Wii Points.

If you never played a Mega Man Battle Network game, play the GBA versions in numeric order to understand and to get the most out of the game. This is a game that probably could have been great if some design issues were worked out.

If Stretch Panic had a theme, it would be repetition.

Fans of the show will appreciate this title more, but I cannot even recommend playing past level 1 for even the hardcore.

It is pretty much the exact same type of game that gamers have been playing for years.

Battle March’s only major flaw is that it expects the player to have thoroughly enjoyed the tabletop game.

Shooting down a chopper with a rocket or launching a RPG right into a guy's chest just never gets old.

Blood Stone is a straightforward and plain 3rd person experience and is hard to recommend beyond a weekend rental. But this weekend rental should be an enjoyable one, although shortly lived.

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

Just an average shooter.

But, why does the PSP version of World Championship Poker 2 cost more than the PS2 version of World Championship Poker 2?

Looking past the lack of options, Wild West Guns has an entertaining core.

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.

Wall jumping from a nimble but powerful bad-ass has never been so much fun. But because he has many human qualities of the average person, everyone can believe in the Prince and his cause.

The game seems to throw repeated roadblocks up for anyone who doesn’t go to sleep thinking of these types of games making it rather hard to recommend to anyone who won’t power through these rough spots, because most of us will just stop playing.

If you or your kid is a fan of Clone Wars, Star Wars in general, or even just wants to play some fun mini-games, this is definitely worth checking out, especially considering it's free to try.

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

While the plot is alright, the overly-simplistic battles will leave a strategy-buff wanting more.

When playing Conduit 2, it's difficult not to judge the game for what it is in the face of what it would have been with just a bit more bug testing. The frequent glitches, crashes, and spoiled save files seriously hinder gameplay, making it difficult to recommend this to anyone who intends to do much past the title's online multiplayer modes. If you can ignore these problems, Conduit 2 is an entertaining FPS with nice graphics and a good sense of humor, but for me, that proved to be very difficult.

As a whole, Chronicles of Mystery: The Tree of Life is an average game that could keep adventure gamers busy until they finish and forget it.

This compilation really is quite disappointing. Though Sonic CD is quite nice, and it is worthy of a play-through, that's the one and only game worth looking at in this.

The entire product feels rushed and is definitely of budget title quality.

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.

A remarkably polished bargain title with limited scope. Like a visit from a distant relative, it's fun for a while but tends to overstay its welcome.

While it certainly doesn’t have the graphical prowess of Crazy Taxi the real character voices and classic Simpson’s sense of humor make it worth a rental.

If you're looking for a serious fighting game, check out Guilty Gear Judgment, Street Figher Alpha and the upcoming SNK titles. But if you just want some fun, this is worth trying out.

An entertaining, easy-going action-oriented RPG that doesn’t reinvent the gaming wheel—but rather cel-shades it beautifully.

Every thing about this PSP installment screams the term, “dumbed-down” due to the hardware limitations of the system. After living life in a mansion, it is hard to go back to living in a log cabin.

Innovation from 2k8 was halfheartedly built upon, and then watered down.

This game simply serves as a letter to fans with enough of a stockpile of guilty pleasure moments stacked up throughout that any true fan must buy this game, sadly everything is lost on anyone that hasn't devoted serious time to at least several of the titles this game borrows characters from.

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.

A good game, but it doesn’t even touch the greatness of any of the other Suikodens. The story simply falls short of the epics found in all its predecessors and is, for all intents and purposes, just a ball of clichés.