Guitar Hero II

If Frequency and Amplitude were Harmonix's idea of rhythm action games in germination, Guitar Hero was the culmination of those ideas into something that resoundingly clinched the developer's spot as the new king of the genre, dethroning the mighty Konami in the process. The first Guitar Hero was addictive, sure, but the second added bass lines, true multiplayer battles and a track list that some feel may never be beaten.

In a word it ruled, and became nothing short of a cultural phenomenon. In dorm rooms and bars (to say nothing of inter-office throw-downs), it became the de facto standard for substance-fueled, clicky plastic instrument war, catalyzed by a generation of YouTubers throwing their accomplishments up onto the web for all to see. Future games may have improved on the ability to play against others and have certainly widened the track list, but Guitar Hero II was the perfect sequel at the perfect time; it capitalized on the success of the craze while adding a few new things here and there. It was and still is the prime example of instrument-driven videogames at the height of their boom. Sure, future games have enhanced the formula, but none of them will have the same kind of charm and freshness that Guitar Hero II had back in the day.Get it here

Disgaea: Hour of Darkness

Strategy role-playing games have been around for decades now, but it was Nippon Ichi Software's tongue-in-cheek approach to the macabre land of demons and angels that truly perfected the grid-based setup of classics like Ogre Battle and Final Fantasy Tactics. Plus, let's face it Disgaea superfans, the first game still has the best characters (and Prinny voice actors, d00d!); no offense to Adell and Mao, but Laharl, Flonne and Etna are where it's at.

It wasn't just the cute, dark world that NIS created though, it was the ease in which players could move their units around and make tag-team attacks. That you could cancel out of moves or stack multiple actions in quick succession lent itself far more to setting up ridiculous tag team strikes. The first game's then-ludicrous numbers have since been surpassed thanks to people that power-leveled through the game and influenced NIS to make its own adjustments to things, but for sheer amounts of depth, grind-ability, story and relatively newbie-friendly approach to executing actions within turns, nothing beats the original.Get it here

GrimGrimoire

GrimGrimoire, it almost sounds like one of those knockoff Harry Potter toys you'd find in your local supermarket's children section. Here, you'll play as a new student in a magic academy that's got a bunch of devious students and creepy teachers and is run by "Gammel Dore." However, once you get past those Hogwart-like nods, you'll find a real-time strategy game so engaging that you won't mind some of the upper-tier battles taking 90 minutes to best. Once the Archmage of Fear is released, you'll keep reliving the same five days as you use the skills you've learned -- such as the ability to breed dragons, command the dead, and use fairies effectively -- to engage in massive sprite battles on a 2D plane representing the halls of your school. Our bet is that somewhere between managing your mana and ordering your massive chimera into battle you'll forget that this isn't a current-gen game, that there are no Trophies and that there are no HD visuals. This is one of those games that just consumes your life.Get it here

God Eater First Look

It's easy to see the similarities between Capcom's massively popular Monster Hunter and Namco Bandai's latest third-person action role-playing game God Eater. Both feature protagonists sent on quests to hunt down huge creatures, with oversized weaponry, real-time combat, and an experience clearly geared towards playing with friends cooperatively. Despite this, God Eater introduces a number of features that set it apart from Monster Hunter, such as a postapocalyptic setting, lock-on targeting, and multiple weapon modes. Is it enough to turn it from a mere clone to a true competitor? We took a first look at the game to find out. Get it here

Monsters (Probably) Stole My Princess! Hands-on

Monsters (Probably) Stole My Princess! is a humourous Minis game developed by London-based studio MediaTonic. We had the opportunity to see what those no good monsters are up to when we got some hands-on time with the PlayStation 3 and PSP platforming game. Get it here

Adventure Chronicles Screenshots

How would you like to travel all around the world, seeking some of the rarest and most precious treasures in existence. That's the opportunity Susan has been presented with, after barely getting out of her earthquake-ravaged museum. Adventure Chronicles is a hidden object game, and a good one at that, with lots of fun diversions and puzzles to keep you busy for hours! Download now and start playing right away!Get it here

Restore peace and tranqulity to the lands!

More than just a mahjong game, Liong: The Lost Amulets also features traditional hidden object scenes. Your goal is to restore peace and tranquility by recovering five magic amulets. What's so special about these amulets? They keep the five natural elements in balance, that's what! There's a lot of depth to Liong: The Lost Amulets too, with literally hundreds of locations. Download now and start playing right away!Get it here

Game of Death

Bruce Lee died after shooting only a few scenes of his ambitious Game of Death, but that didn't stop greedy producers from finishing and releasing "Lee's last film," even if he's doubled for most of it. Lee planned an ambitious expression of his fighting philosophy, and his story culminates in the rigorous challenge of the "Game of Death," in which combatants take on successively greater and greater masters as they fight their way to the top of a tower. Only a few fight scenes were completed, and the released film is about a martial arts movie star who takes on a syndicate of drug dealers. Lee faces down the towering Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in an impressive battle, one of the only surviving scenes from Lee's original shoot, while outtakes from his battle with Chuck Norris in Return of the Dragon are used along with real-life footage from Lee's funeral. The rest of the film is a mishmash of car chases and clumsily edited fights, complete with awkward inserts of Lee's face. His double remains hidden behind a pair of dark glasses or a motorcycle helmet throughout, and he abruptly changes into a yellow jumpsuit for no reason other than to match Lee's costume in the final scene. --Sean Axmake.Get it here

The Hunger Games (Kindle Edition)

Starred Review. SignatureReviewed by Megan Whalen TurnerIf there really are only seven original plots in the world, it's odd that boy meets girl is always mentioned, and society goes bad and attacks the good guy never is. Yet we have Fahrenheit 451, The Giver, The House of the Scorpion—and now, following a long tradition of Brave New Worlds, The Hunger Games. Collins hasn't tied her future to a specific date, or weighted it down with too much finger wagging.Get it here

Amazing Adventures: The Forgotten Ruins

Travel to an archaeological dig to unearth a lost Mayan temple and its priceless treasure in this exclusive story for Nintendo DS.Get it here

Spy Game [Blu-ray]

When a top-secret, unauthorized mission goes awry, CIA agent Tom Bishop (Brad Pitt) is captured—and sentenced to die. With just 24 hours to get him out alive, Bishop’s boss, Nathan Muir (Robert Redford), must battle enemies abroad and the system inside the CIA to save his friend. Now the clock is ticking and the race is on … as the deadliest game of all explodes into the spectacular, adrenaline-fueled thriller that ABC Radio says “sizzles with suspense!”.Get it here

Microsoft Children's Miracle Network Games Bundle

Microsoft and Children’s Miracle Network are working together to ensure that children have the specialized care they need and deserve in our local communities by creating this special value pack of family games. 100% of Microsoft’s net proceeds from this Family Games pack will go to support local Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

The Game Maker's Apprentice: Game Development for Beginners

The Game Makers Apprentice shows you how to create nine exciting games using the wildly popular Game Maker game creation tool. This book covers a range of genres, including action, adventure, and puzzle games complete with professional quality sound effects and visuals. It discusses game design theory and features practical examples of how this can be applied to making games that are more fun to play.

Game Maker allows games to be created using a simple drag-and-drop interface, so you don't need to have any prior coding experience. It includes an optional programming language for adding advanced features to your games, when you feel ready to do so. You can obtain more information by visiting book.gamemaker.nl.

The authors include the creator of the Game Maker tool and a former professional game programmer, so you'll glean understanding from their expertise. The book also includes a DVD containing Game Maker software and all of the game projects that are created in the bookplus a host of professional-quality graphics and sound effects that you can use in your own games.

Midnight Mysteries: The Edgar Allan Poe Conspiracy

The master of macabre Edgar Allan Poe leads you on a shadowy journey to finally solve the mystery of his death. As a famed mystery writer you re looking for your next cold case to crack when an unexpected visitor hands you the perfect case to get your career moving again. When Edgar leads you through some of his most famous works The Raven The Gold Bug The Mystery of Marie Roget and The Purloined Letter you ll collect clues interview witnesses and piece together the conspiracy behind the death of one of America s greatest writers. Who killed Edgar? And why were such measures taken so that no one would ever know the truth? You have 24 hours and ghosts of the past to guide you through Midnight Mysteries: The Edgar Allan Poe Conspiracy! Key Features: Hidden object adventure lets you crack a 160-year-old murder mystery Guided by Poe himself you ll collect items and clues through his most famous works Solve intriguing puzzles to figure out exactly whodunit! Format: WIN 2000XPVISTA Genre: ENTERTAINMENT Rating: RP Age: 811930106324 UPC: 811930106324 Manufacturer No: 1000-10632

The Sims 3: World Adventures: Prima Official Game Guide

• Travel: Sims finally see the world in adventure-cations to Egypt, France, and China. Be their travel agent!
• Danger and Adventure!: Sims dive into tombs on their adventures. Our maps show you where to find treasures and how to avoid tricky traps.
• Skills: All-new skills like nectar-making and martial arts let you customize your Sims even more.
• New Relics: Sims can bring home exciting treasure from their travels. Complete relic collections boost your Sims’ moods!
• Sims 3 Basics: This section will teach you the Sims 3 basics you need to know to start your first world adventure

Dissidia: Final Fantasy

This role-playing/fighting hybrid is more than just fan service: it is a fun and flashy game that keeps on giving.Get it here

Naruto UNH 3

Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 is the latest in the Ultimate Ninja fighting game franchise and follows Naruto Uzumaki and his continuing adventures to save his friend...Get it here

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite

Even with tens of hours of new content and welcome improvements over its predecessor, Monster Hunter Freedom Unite has yet to hunt down a few critical annoyances.Get it here

The Legend of Dragoon

Brand New and Sealed Sony Playstation 1 Games Backed by a 45-day guarantee.

Final Fantasy Anthology

Final Fantasy Anthology incorporates two of the most beloved FINAL FANTASY titles ever published. First released as FINAL FANTASY III in the U.S., FINAL FANTASY VI brings back all of the qualities that made it the best selling RPG of its time, and adds a few bonuses unique to this re-release. The second title in this compilation, FINAL FANTASY V, is seeing its first ever release in the U.S. Featuring an innovative 'Job' system and a story that will take the player to different worlds, this title will finally show U.S. gamers what they have been missing. If you are new to the FINAL FANTASY universe, pick up Anthology as way of getting to know the series that has garnered the praise of millions. If you are already a fan, pick it up to relive the magic once again.