Taking the Fifth
Civilization 5 has been hailed as the capstone of an amazing series, but our reviewer finds an interface that’s too simplified to impress Civ 4’s legion of fans. Still, casual gamers may flock there in droves.
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A Universe Of Possibility
With PS3 and PC gamers together on the same MMO, DC Universe Online has some great promise. There are some growing pains for sure, but the potential is pretty amazing.
Cataclysmically Good
The Blizzard team has done it again with World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, adding in new gameplay, revamping old dungeons, but keeping the same great flavor loved by millions.
At The Buzzer…It’s Good!
With the sudden cancellation of competitor Elite, NBA 2K11 has a golden opportunity to capture the hearts of basketball fans. And it will!
Chainsaws + Zombies = A Good Day
Fixing many of the problems of the first game, Dead Rising 2 lets you use your noodle to fight zombies, you know, by building mega weapons using leaf blowers and chainsaws.
Staying On Track
Railworks 2 Train Simulator is an extremely realistic, and difficult, simulation of driving trains from various eras of history. If you love trains, then climb aboard.
Samantha’s Game Is A Bit Swift, But Fun
Samantha Swift and the Hidden Roses of Athena is a hidden object and puzzle game with a quirky heroine and some innovative gameplay. It’s a bit brief, but good nonetheless.
Be Dazzled, Be Deviled, and Bejeweled!
Bejeweled 3 delivers on the potential and the promise of its namesake. It’s another great way to lose your time and your worries. You won’t be sorry you did.
Paint It Black
Call of Duty: Black Ops takes over the end-of-the-year games market, hitting the ground with a flashbacking single player campaign spanning from WWII to Vietnam to the Cold War.
Can Evil Save the Day?
In Grotesque Tactics: Evil Heroes, you play as the bad guys, trying to save a good kingdom. Though the game is at times hilarious, too many flaws keep it from its true potential.