Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Games [DS]

Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Games

Two of the biggest icons in the entertainment industry, Mario and Sonic, are joining forces to star in Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games. Developed exclusively for the Wii video game system and the Nintendo DS system, this momentous agreement marks the first time these two renowned stars have appeared together in a game. Featuring an all-star cast of characters from the amazing worlds of both Mario and Sonic, players will be able to compete as or against a range of familiar characters including Mario, Sonic, Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.

Released: January 22nd, 2008
Genre: Olympic Sports
Developer: Sega
Publisher: Sega
Platform: Nintendo DS, Wii

Score: 5 out of 7

No More Heroes

No More Heroes

No More Heroes tells the story of Travis Touchdown, an anime fan who lives in the fictional town of Santa Destroy, California. After an unexpected turn of events, Travis finds himself at the bottom of an Assassins’ organization. Travis will have to prove himself worthy and defeat 10 other bloodthirsty killers – all with deep stories of their own – to make his way to the top of the assassins league.

Released: January 22nd, 2008
Genre: Action
Devloper: Grasshopper Manufacture
Publisher: Ubisoft
Platform: Wii Exclusive

Score: 7 out of 7

Burnout Paradise [PS3]

Burnout Paradise

Burnout Paradise proves that crashing is awesome! Next generation technology has enabled an unprecedented level of crash deformation allowing you to experience the most explosive pile-ups in the series’ history. Now the development team can realize their original vision for the Burnout franchise: an open world environment where you can do anything, anywhere, anytime.

Released: January 22th, 2008
Genre: Racing
Developer: Criterion Games
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platforms: Playstation 3, Xbox 360

Score: 7 out of 7

Endless Ocean

Endless Ocean

Discover the beauty of the sea and take part in various activities such as swimming, exploring marine life or cataloguing tropical fish with this new Touch! Generations title. The beauty of Endless Ocean is that you can do as much or as little as you like. The relaxed and calm atmosphere of the game gives you the freedom to explore special locations such as shipwrecks and underwater ruins, discover and interact with sea-life, complete fish logs or simply relax in the soothing environment.

Released: January 21st, 2008
Genre: Adventure
Developer: Arika
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: Wii Exclusive

Score: 6 out of 7

Burnout Paradise [X360]

Burnout Paradise

Burnout Paradise proves that crashing is awesome! Next generation technology has enabled an unprecedented level of crash deformation allowing you to experience the most explosive pile-ups in the series’ history. Now the development team can realize their original vision for the Burnout franchise: an open world environment where you can do anything, anywhere, anytime.

Released: January 22th, 2008
Genre: Racing
Developer: Criterion Games
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platforms: Xbox 360, Playstation 3

Score: 7 out of 7

Advance Wars: Days Of Ruin

Advance Wars: Days Of Ruin

Days of Ruin takes place in an entirely new world where a large-scale meteor shower triggered massive global destruction that eradicated 90 percent of the population. After the catastrophe, the survivors have formed together into militaristic bands that are warring over the last remaining scraps of civilization. You’ll take control of Will, a young military cadet (whose hair is admittedly just a little spiky) who quickly becomes embroiled in the conflict at the outset of the game.

Released: January 21st, 2008
Genre: Turn-Based Strategy
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: Nintendo DS Exclusive

Score: 7 out of 7

Kingdom Under Fire: Circle Of Doom

Kingdom Under Fire: Circle Of Doom

Departing from Action RTS formula of the previous Kingdom Under Fire series, Circle of Doom makes full use of the Xbox 360’s power to present adrenaline-pumping action with stylish combat maneuvers and eye-popping effects. Players explore randomly generated vast dungeons and battle monsters swarming the screen in thousands and attacking from all directions along the floors, walls, and ceilings of the dungeons. As the game progresses, the heroes will find increasingly devastating and spectacular ways to defeat massive enemy forces in the forms of new abilities and weapons, or even create their own arsenal by combining the existing ones.

Released: January 8th, 2008
Genre: Action / RPG
Developer: Blueside
Publisher: Microsoft
Platform: Xbox 360, PC

Score: 5 out of 7

NFL Tour [PS3]

NFL Tour

Play football a whole new way with NFL Tour. Take on the league’s top players in rock festival type atmospheres under the night skies of America’s hottest cities and make a name for yourself in seven-on-seven football. Hold your own against the league’s elite and you might earn a spot on an NFL roster.

Released: January 8th, 2008
Genre: Football
Developer: EA Tiburon
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platform: Playstation 3, Xbox 360

Score: 3.5 out of 7

NFL Tour [X360]

NFL Tour

Play football a whole new way with NFL Tour. Take on the league’s top players in rock festival type atmospheres under the night skies of America’s hottest cities and make a name for yourself in seven-on-seven football. Hold your own against the league’s elite and you might earn a spot on an NFL roster.

Released: January 8th, 2008
Genre: Football
Developer: EA Tiburon
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platform: Xbox 360, Playstation 3

Score: 3.5 out of 7