Wrath of the Lich King is an epic gaming experience that will suck you in and never let go. A must for WoW veterans.

Rock Band 3 focuses more on the music, providing a fun and streamlined experience. However, taking full advantage of the game comes with a rather large pricetag, and it's up to you whether it's the worth the extra cash to upgrade from plastic to fantastic.

Excellent. A game that you must play at all costs. One or two concerns, but otherwise great.

The captivating storyline and uniquely brilliant gameplay make this arguably the best game on the PS2.

The best of the best comes to the Wii, and it's a resounding success. A great port, and great motion control.

As a signpost to the potentially thrilling future of videogaming and an experience like no other title before it, it's almost unquestionably a ten.

Though i wouldn't expect anything less from the makers of "Dead or Alive," Ryu's animations are brilliantly motion captured and suitably fluid.

A great portable action game and a fine portable distraction until the real deal comes around.

Simple. If you own a PC and are willing to devote your life to a great game, you need to buy this.

Guerrilla have defied the claims that they could never reach the visual clarity of that infamous 2005 trailer and they defied claims that gameplay would be lacking. They haven't done anything really 'new', nor have they made a game that redefines the way we play FPS games. They've made a game that sets the benchmark for what level of quality FPS games should aim for, and stands strong against this generations biggest FPS games, proudly presenting itself as a vicious shooter that will grip you by the throat, and won't let go.

While it hardly represents the pinnacle of the genre, as a complete package and fan service, Halo: Reach is just about the pinnacle of the Halo series.

BioWare have set a new standard in storytelling, and if you have even the faintest interest in RPGs or science fiction, then this game simply demands to be played. While there are some technical issues and awkward gameplay decisions that are hard to ignore, when it comes down to it, Mass Effect is so compelling that most people will be able to push the issues aside and immerse themselves in one of the most detailed game worlds every created.

Forza 4 impresses for not only providing a beautiful, solid and deep racing experience, but making it fun and accessible for any car enthusiast or newcomer.

One of the strongest multiplayer shooters on the market. With classes that compliment each other, a brilliant squad system, and fast, furious gameplay, Battlefield 2 is about as much fun as online shooters get. An easy contender for game of the year.

A terrific compilation which gives two of the best games of the previous console generation the tender, loving care they deserve. Utterly essential for everyone with a PlayStation 3.

Though not without its faults, Gears of War 3 ties up the trilogy in a brutally final and satisfying manner.

Mario Kart at its absolute finest. Miss it at your peril.

A vast improvement over the original, Assassin's Creed II is among the most compelling action sandbox titles available.

One of the finest games of this generation and one of the best single player FPS's ever created.

Bayonetta is the new Queen of action games, making other games in the genre feel redundant by comparison. Kratos, Dante and Ryu… eat your heart out because Bayonetta is here.

Ico is a fine game that boasts both excellent design and atmosphere, and one of the few titles from this generation that have and are likely to stand the test of time.

The whole cross-com idea, while a reasonably good addition in the single player mode, is an invaluable addition to the multiplayer. Combined with the use of the marker system, communication has never been easier making it the best multiplayer game on the machine currently.

Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story is a wonderful new adventure that takes new directions while also maintaining the foundations set by its predecessors. There are a few minor hiccups here and there, but otherwise it should not be missed by any Mario or RPG fan.

Some niggling issues and problems aside, FIFA 12 is a fantastic sports game that delivers where it matters - gameplay.

Immersive, expansive and funny to boot, Fallout 3 makes the end of the world something to look forward to, indeed.

One of the finest portable adventures ever created, and yet another high point for one of gaming's greatest franchises.

Excellent. A game that you must play at all costs. One or two concerns, but otherwise great.

Portal is a compact game that manages to punch well above its weight.