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Shadows of the Damned is easy to criticise, but it's got character - brimming with the stylishness of Suda 51 and the maturity of Mikami. It's a cool game, and is likely to earn a loyal following.
RPG fans who lean towards story and character development may want to stick with Final Fantasy, but for those willing to try something different, Resonance of Fate could be just the ticket.
Yakuza 3 combines visual splendour with superb sound design to create an unparalleled atmosphere. Yakuza's first outing on the PlayStation 3 feels suitably next generation.
Dead Nation adds a lot to the standard twin-stick shooting affair, with welcome dungeon crawler mechanics, co-op play and social features that are likely to attract a solid little community.
Bastion is the perfect game to kick off Microsoft's Summer of Arcade, capturing that certain something that Limbo and Braid had in previous years.
Dark Souls isn't a game you play for fun. It's something you do to say you've done; like running a marathon or climbing Everest. You won't enjoy it like you will other games, but you won't forget it.
Given the current landscape of the genre, it's fair to say that Bulletstorm is not only a great game, but an important one, too.
Molyneux's fervent quest for accessibility might alienate some core gamers, but even the most cynical of critics would struggle to suppress a smile while playing Fable III.
For those looking for a stylish, intellectually stimulating strategy game, Valkyria Chronicles II won't disappoint.
I think you knew all along this was going to be great. Fantastic, even. All the same, I don't think you'll be prepared for it being this good.