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Braid

Braid   Editors’ Choice

A moving story, serene visuals, and brilliant puzzles make Braid an adventure that you absolutely should experience.

13/08/2008 09:56 AM

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Super Smash Bros. Brawl   Editors’ Choice

With a bigger roster than ever, online multiplayer, and the ability to share screenshots, custom levels, and game replays with friends, Super Smash Bros. has never been better.

25/07/2008 04:15 PM

Professor Layton and the Curious Village

Professor Layton and the Curious Village   Editors’ Choice

Professor Layton and the Curious Village mixes an interesting story, challenging logic puzzles, and exploration into an extremely entertaining package that you won't want to put down.

11/07/2008 10:25 AM

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII   Editors’ Choice

Crisis Core is an exciting and poignant journey that every fan of role-playing games should take.

10/07/2008 05:35 PM

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots

Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots   Editors’ Choice

Metal Gear Solid 4 is an awe-inspiring synthesis of dramatic storytelling and entertaining gameplay.

17/06/2008 02:55 PM

Grand Theft Auto IV

Grand Theft Auto IV   Editors’ Choice

Grand Theft Auto IV is a game that you simply have to play. The single-player game is the best in the series by far and the multiplayer is addictive.

29/04/2008 05:09 PM

Logitech G25 Racing Wheel

Logitech G25 Racing Wheel   Editors’ Choice

Fancy yourself as a virtual racing driver? This leather-clad, brushed metal extravaganza will transform you from Mark Webber into Stirling Moss.

30/01/2008 05:24 PM

Uncharted: Drake's Fortune

Uncharted: Drake's Fortune   Editors’ Choice

The PlayStation 3's processing power is put to the test in Uncharted: Drake's Fortune -- the visuals are amazing -- and the strong cinematic storyline is sure to draw you in.

05/12/2007 10:43 AM

The Orange Box

The Orange Box   Editors’ Choice

The Orange Box is the one of the greatest gaming packages we have ever come across, and there is incredible value inside for an exceptional price.

14/11/2007 01:56 PM

World in Conflict

World in Conflict   Editors’ Choice

World in Conflict is definitely one of the top games this year, with outstanding visual effects and an innovative gameplay system.

03/10/2007 02:09 PM

BioShock

BioShock   Editors’ Choice

BioShock creates an amazing world that you'll want to explore from top to bottom and a compelling mystery that slowly comes together as you play.

23/08/2007 04:07 PM

Buzz! Junior: RoboJam

Buzz! Junior: RoboJam   Editors’ Choice

The kids who tested it were hard-pressed to think of anything bad to say about Buzz! Junior: RoboJam.

19/07/2007 10:35 AM

Ninja Gaiden Sigma

Ninja Gaiden Sigma   Editors’ Choice

If you haven't attempted to do so before, this is the best way to play one of the best, most brutal action games ever made.

13/07/2007 02:44 PM

Forza Motorsport 2

Forza Motorsport 2   Editors’ Choice

Forza 2 delivers on nearly every aspect you'd want in a Forza sequel. It drives incredibly, it's wonderfully presented, and it's rich with modes and features.

14/06/2007 06:51 PM

God of War II

God of War II   Editors’ Choice

God of War II is another violent and highly entertaining achievement for the action adventure genre, and it's a fitting closeout to the PlayStation 2 era.

01/05/2007 02:06 PM

WarioWare: Smooth Moves

WarioWare: Smooth Moves   Editors’ Choice

The Wii and WarioWare are a perfect match.

01/03/2007 04:13 PM

Okami

Okami   Editors’ Choice

Okami's visual design instantly stands out, but it turns out to be just one of many inspired aspects of this impressive action adventure game.

21/02/2007 04:26 PM

World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade

World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade   Editors’ Choice

The Burning Crusade is a superb example of exactly what an expansion pack for any game should be.

08/02/2007 04:15 PM

Gears of War

Gears of War   Editors’ Choice

Believe the hype -- Gears of War is a great action shooter, and is one of the first games to look truly next-gen. It may not deliver too much when it comes to gameplay innovation, but you'll be having too much fun to notice.

28/11/2006 03:55 PM

Guitar Hero II

Guitar Hero II   Editors’ Choice

An expanded song list, great multiplayer and the introduction of a much needed practice mode all add up to make Guitar Hero II a worthy sequel. While the songs themselves may not be as fun to play as the first, Guitar Hero II is still a must have title for this holiday season.

23/11/2006 12:57 PM

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