Superb sci-fi RPG

Fallout 3 shakes the role-playing game genre to its core. To be blunt, the game has a number of frustrating problems: the VATS targeting often highlights friends during combat, the map system is awkward and misleading, the Pipboy's display text is too tiny, and the optional third-person viewpoint is simply broken.

Look past those flaws, though, because the rest of the game is flat-out stunning. The humor doesn't seem as black or as morbid as it did in the original Fallout games, but the storyline is compelling enough as it is. I also liked the combat, but it takes some patience at first. Once I learned to use the VATS targeting system to weaken my enemies, I had much better luck against the super mutants and rad scorpions that infest the rad-blast surface of the Capital Wasteland. This game takes some practice, but it's also a must-play and a candidate for game of the year.

Best horror game yet

The storyline is totally B-movie, but everything else about this game is first-rate. This is the first horror game I've played that out-Resident Evil'ed RE4. The enemies are vile, the weapons are vicious, and the atmosphere is untouchable. This is a must-play game (and wait until you see some of the bosses!)

One of the best horror games ever

The storyline is totally B-movie, but everything else about this game is first-rate. This is the first horror game I've played that out-Resident Evil'ed RE4. The enemies are vile, the weapons are vicious, and the atmosphere is untouchable. This is a must-play game (and wait until you see some of the bosses!)

The best handheld fighter ever made

Love fighting games? This is the one for you. The visuals are amazing on the PSP -- it looks like a PSP game -- and the controls feel identical to the console versions. Truly one of the PSP classics.

Buy this game now

If you had to buy one PSP game, this is the one I'd recommend. A simple jewel-matching game, the RPG elements (items, skills, spells) add an amazing amount of depth. It's easy to get sucked into four-hour marathon play sessions -- don't forget to blink!