Score Sheet: August 2011

Nintendo DS:

Sonic Colors - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 5/5

"Colors not only gives Sonic fans the okay to wear their Sonic shirts and backpacks with pride again, but it also reminds gamers everywhere how great Sonic was and potentially can be."

Yoshi's Island DS - 29 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

"While it may fall short in some areas compared to SMW2, Yoshi's Island DS stands on its own as a solid platformer.

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Nintendo 3DS:

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D - 35 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

"Ocarina of Time will forever be one of the greatest games of all time and now we have another chance to relive the experience in beautiful 3D."

Nintendogs & Cats - 22 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"Never expected much for a filler launch title."

Super Monkey Ball 3D - 18 Hit Combo

Weak

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 2/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 2/5

"Super Monkey Ball 3D is fun in a few doses but does not offer much more than a few unlockables in the long run."

Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition is the one game that defined the 3DS launch."

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Nintendo 64:

Banjo-Tooie - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"Take Banjo-Kazooie and add a massive amount of intense and complex game mechanics along with addictive platforming and a dash of beloved characters and humor and you have a great Rareware experience."

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - 35 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

An epic, innovative, venture into 3D that stands the test of time.

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Nintendo Gamecube:

Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - 31 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"The final Zelda game for the Gamecube and the first for the Wii brings yet another fantastic adventure. "

Luigi's Mansion - 28 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 4/5

"Definitely a solid title that brings something new and fun to the Mario universe all the while not losing its charming appeal."

Super Mario Sunshine - 28 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"Super Mario Sunshine builds on the 3D mechanics introduced in Super Mario 64 with some awesome water jet abilities but at times controls and awkward physics bring down this great Mario experience."

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Nintendo Wii:

Boom Blox - 28 Hit Combo

Solid

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

"Boom Blox's spot-on physics and and addictive puzzles is definitely worth a shot."

Bully: Scholarship Edition - 23 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

A flawed GTA for teens title that couldn't quite embrace its overwhelming potential.

Disney Epic Mickey - 23 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 2/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 2/5

"Warren Spector and Junction Point clearly focused more on rehashing the history and art of Disney rather than creating a gameplay experience worthy of playing."

DJ Hero 2 - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

The game is a blast by yourself or with friends and is surely enough to keep anyone content until the next DJ Hero hits shelves."

Donkey Kong Country Returns - 28 Hit combo!

Solid

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"Donkey Kong Country Returns doesn't prove much of a nostalgia factor but instead gives us a brand new adventure with familiar faces that is of the same caliber as the first three games of the series."

Kirby's Epic Yarn - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

"If you're a Wii owner and don't have Epic Yarn in your library, you ought to be ashamed."

Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess - 31 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"The final Zelda game for the Gamecube and the first for the Wii brings yet another fantastic adventure. While the Wii's controls don't work as well as they should, it shouldn't stop you from enjoying another great journey with Link."

Rock Band 3 - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Rock Band 3 is perhaps the funnest game you'll play with a group of friends and family this year."

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Sega Racing is an absolute addictive blast. Taking its cues from Mario Kart, this fan serving racing game never delays in bringing the fun whether you're racing by yourself, online, or with a room full of friends."

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 4/5

"Underneath the heavy critique lies the same platforming game that I fell in love with almost 20 years ago."

WWE All-Stars - 21 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"All of the factors were there that would have made All-Stars an absolute blast; only if they were fleshed out a bit more."

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Playstation 2:

Psychonauts - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"Psychonauts is an absolutely engaging and unique platforming experience. It's a game that relies fully on its humor, atmosphere, and style as its graphics, playability issues can only take it so far."

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Playstation 3:

DJ Hero 2 - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

The game is a blast by yourself or with friends and is surely enough to keep anyone content until the next DJ Hero hits shelves."

Fallout: New Vegas - 25 Hit Combo

Solid

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 3/5

"The game has so much potential as there's just so much to get into but there's a limit to how much glitches will stop being annoying and actuality force you to put down the controller and rethink playing again."

L.A Noire - 30 Hit Combo !!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 4/5

"The game, although lacking in replay value, definitely offers players an unforgettable experience even if you'll find yourself spending a significant amount of time watching rather than controlling."

Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 4/5

"Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is the perfect blend of accessibility and hardcore depth that any fighting game can possibly hope to offer."

Rock Band 3 - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Rock Band 3 is perhaps the funnest game you'll play with a group of friends and family this year."

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3 /5

Controls: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 4/5

"Underneath the heavy critique lies the same platforming game that I fell in love with almost 20 years ago."

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Sega Racing is an absolute addictive blast. Taking its cues from Mario Kart, this fan serving racing game never delays in bringing the fun whether you're racing by yourself, online, or with a room full of friends."

Vanquish - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 3/5

"Vanquish is an example of game holding back, not with its visuals or cinematics, but with its gameplay."

WWE All-Stars - 21 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"All of the factors were there that would have made All-Stars an absolute blast; only if they were fleshed out a bit more."

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Playstation Portable:

Kingdom Heats: Birth by Sleep - 26 Hit Combo!

Solid

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"Birth by Sleep is a good filler that will satisfy your KH craving until Kingdom Hearts 3 decides to rear its pretty head."

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Xbox:

Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel - 16 Hit Combo

Weak

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 2/5

Playability: 2/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 3/5

"BoS is a mindless hack n' slash co-op game that overstays its welcome fast. It's unappealing to Fallout fans and newcomers to the series all the same."

Psychonauts - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 4/5

"Psychonauts is an absolutely engaging and unique platforming experience. It's a game that relies fully on its humor, atmosphere, and style as its graphics, playability issues can only take it so far."

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Xbox 360:

The Beatles: Rock Band - 31 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 5/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"The Beatles: Rock Band is a loyal music game that offers Beatles fans everything they might ask for."

DJ Hero 2 - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 4/5

Fun: 5/5

The game is a blast by yourself or with friends and is surely enough to keep anyone content until the next DJ Hero hits shelves."

Fallout: New Vegas - 25 Hit Combo

Solid

Graphics: 2/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 3/5

"The game has so much potential as there's just so much to get into but there's a limit to how much glitches will stop being annoying and actuality force you to put down the controller and rethink playing again."

L.A Noire - 30 Hit Combo !!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 4/5

"The game, although lacking in replay value, definitely offers players an unforgettable experience even if you'll find yourself spending a significant amount of time watching rather than controlling."

Limbo - 30 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 4/5

"If you feel like a good puzzle game and one that will simply freak you right out, Limbo is for you."

Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 4/5

"Marvel vs. Capcom 3 is the perfect blend of accessibility and hardcore depth that any fighting game can possibly hope to offer."

Rock Band 3 - 32 Hit Combo!!

Superb!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Rock Band 3 is perhaps the funnest game you'll play with a group of friends and family this year."

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing - 33 Hit Combo!!!

Amazing!!

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 5/5

Playability: 5/5

Lasting Appeal: 5/5

Fun: 5/5

"Sega Racing is an absolute addictive blast. Taking its cues from Mario Kart, this fan serving racing game never delays in bringing the fun whether you're racing by yourself, online, or with a room full of friends."

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3 /5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 1/5

Fun: 4/5

"Underneath the heavy critique lies the same platforming game that I fell in love with almost 20 years ago."

Vanquish - 24 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 4/5

Sound: 3/5

Playability: 4/5

Lasting Appeal: 2/5

Fun: 3/5

"Vanquish is an example of game holding back, not with its visuals or cinematics, but with its gameplay."

WWE All-Stars - 21 Hit Combo

Decent

Graphics: 3/5

Sound: 4/5

Playability: 3/5

Lasting Appeal: 3/5

Fun: 2/5

"All of the factors were there that would have made All-Stars an absolute blast; only if they were fleshed out a bit more."