In a nutshell: Ninja combat looks and feels great in this sequel to the original XBOX hit Ninja Gaiden. Why you should play it: Simply amazing combat that makes anyone holding the controller feel like a complete ninja badass.  Awesome weapons that can be upgraded.  Fast, furious action that rarely...

In a nutshell: This baseball sim will knock all others out of the park in almost every conceivable way. Why you should play it: Still the most realistic baseball sim out there by a long shot.  Vastly improved fielding over last years.  Wonderful “at the ballpark” feel with deadly accurate...

In a nutshell: NHL 10 from EA Sports is once again the absolute best hockey sim out there for any console this year. Why you should play it: The board play engine adds more depth to the best offense and defense around.  First-person fighting is quite possibly the best fighting ever included in a hockey...

In a nutshell: Shoot your way 007 style through Quantum of Solace while experiencing many Casino Royale flashbacks along the way. Why you should play it: Solid first-person shooter action.  Can make one feel like Bond.  Good looking environments.  Nice voice acting from Daniel Craig.  A few good...

In a nutshell: Great looking starship battles highlight a storyline that takes place throughout all five of the Star Trek shows. Why you should play it: Wonderful visuals include beautiful ship models.  Controls on the 360 version of the game work great and are easy to learn.  Some epic space battles...

In a nutshell: Silent Hill debuts on the PS3 and XBOX 360 with mixed results. Why you should play it: It is the first next gen Silent Hill game. Creepy atmosphere. Great horrific visuals. Multiple endings add much need replay value. Unique bosses that will get your heart beating.  The best Silent Hill...

In a nutshell: Sonic Unleashed holds itself back by showcasing less traditional Sonic-style gameplay in favor of generic mindless combat. Why you should play it: Graphics are nice and colorful.  “Sonic” levels are fast and enjoyable. Why you might want to avoid it: The “Werehog” levels feel...

In a nutshell: The long awaited sequel to the original XBOX’s best action RPG where your choices help shape who you become. Why you should play it: Big and lively world to explore.  Plenty of quests and side quests to take on.  Easy to pick up and play.  Being able to make your own decisions for...

In a nutshell: A lengthy, epic RPG with more than its fare share of problems. Why you should play it: Lengthy story and fun gameplay. Unique entertaining battle system. Wonderful musical score. A fun new world to get acquainted with.  Loads of secrets and side-quests. Why you might want to avoid it:...

In a nutshell: Civilization Revolution is an excellent transition to consoles for a series of strategy games that have had so much success in the PC world. Why you should play it: Highly addicting.  Great visual style and graphics.  Excellent gameplay mechanics.  Tons of replay value.  Grouping your...