IGN

• WII
• 5.3 / 10
• États-Unis

Hot Wheels: Battle Force 5 is a pretty shallow game that doesn’t really excite or engage the player. There are a limited number of levels and the multiplayer just doesn’t have it. Still, the cutscenes are well done, the voice work is reminiscent of the show, and being able to unlock episodes of the program and art are nice touches that are sure to appeal to the franchise’s young fanbase.

• PC
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

Whether or not Left 4 Dead 2 is for you really depends on your level of exposure and affinity for the style of hardcore team-focused gameplay Valve is offering here. If you’re still interested in the gameplay, then you’re going to enjoy every aspect of the sequel since it’s improved in all areas, from available game modes to strength of character and personality to replayability and its visual style. After playing, you’ll find it impossible to go back to the first game. Though plenty of other games offer co-operative gameplay against mobs of computer-controlled foes, no other game emphasizes teamwork as strongly as this, and few other games are as satisfying when you’re able to pull through successfully, particularly when competing in Versus mode against four human-controlled boss zombies. If you saw the original and were always curious to try it out, then by all means get the sequel. It is, without a doubt, the better game. Yet despite all the advancements and additions, it’s still very familiar, and something meant to appeal to those who are already sold on the concept. If you’re someone never cared for the game, Left 4 Dead 2 isn’t going to change your mind. Even so, it remains one of the most distinctive co-operative titles out there, and allows for some of the most nerve-searing team-based multiplayer gaming on the market.

• PSP
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

I love LittleBigPlanet PSP. The platforming's fun, the create tools are solid, and online's undoubtedly impressive – especially considering that these upload/download features are on the PSP. I'd like it to run a bit smoother at times, have the create tools be a bit more intuitive, and so on, but none of that should put a damper on this game for fans of the franchise or people looking to get their first taste of Sackboy’s exploits. Make no doubt about it: LittleBigPlanet PSP is an outstanding game.

• WII
• 7.4 / 10
• États-Unis

Ugly, sloppily presented and poorly featured it may be, but F1 2009 does at least nail the most vital part of a racing game – the driving. If you can see through the mist of its low-grade visuals and look beyond its threadbare options, there’s a deeply satisfying driving experience. Delicious handling and a palpable sense of speed combine to make a game that's unique on the Wii, and while there's a feeling of an opportunity missed with the licence, for fans of the sport deprived of an F1 game for so many years this does just enough to satiate the thirst.

• WII
• 6 / 10
• États-Unis

I liked Pokemon Rumble when I started. It was mindless, but it was fun, and playing with other people made it better. But as I progressed through each rank and saw the same levels, and then the same Pokemon, the experience plummeted pretty fast. If you're a pretty big Pokemaniac with a lot of friends (oxymoron, I know), then Pokemon Rumble might keep you entertained enough for a purchase. But note that I'm a pretty big Pokemon nut and even I got bored well before this game was even halfway done. There's just not enough depth to the game to make it interesting to the older Pokemon fans, or really anyone that doesn't squeal excitedly when they see a Pikachu. Honestly I recommend the free downloadable demo since you get most of the experience right there, and it's cheap as free.

• DS
• 6.8 / 10
• États-Unis

While Need for Speed Nitro on Nintendo Wii absolutely screams for a sequel, the DS version is a bit more subdued overall. Despite having more modes, locales, and overall depth to the career mode, the overall experience just doesn’t come together like it should. Drifting is a bit odd, nitro doesn’t fill up as fast as it should, and the lack of mid-air control or automatic stabilization when launching off jumps really hinders the urge to “go big” in EA’s latest racer. The Nitro series has brought some great concepts, added a bit of customization, and is still a fun way to waste time on the go. Anyone looking for a serious racer on DS should look elsewhere though, as Firebrand’s own Create & Race series still leads the pack.

• X360
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

• WII
• 9 / 10
• États-Unis

• WII
• 2.5 / 10
• États-Unis

Dragon Master Spell Caster is another of the many "learning the ropes" releases for a small studio testing the waters of Wii development -- the kind of game where lots of mistakes are made, and, hopefully, lots of lessons are learned. This one had an ambitious concept, but the execution just failed miserably. And I wonder if Stickmen Studios knew that, in the end, and just allowed it to go out the door and die. In any event, this is a game that's absolutely best left ignored by everyone. One of the worst of 2009, and rightfully used as nothing more than filler for a week headlined by much more worthy releases from established, major publishers. Don't go anywhere near Dragon Master. Let it die.

• WII
• 8.1 / 10
• États-Unis

The story’s a bit silly, but hey, so is the entire Resident Evil universe, and at the very least, it’s pretty cool to see how well this game sandwiches a new story arc into the familiar scenarios. If you’re a Resident Evil freak I think you’ll appreciate how this one ends, but if you’re not up on your Biohazard history, you’ll probably be a bit lost. The rail shooter genre will never be the true Resident Evil experience, but Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles shows that the franchise can be spun out into different, successful styles of gameplay. Even with my complaints about the bouncy camera, I believe this follow-up is a significantly better experience than the original Umbrella Chronicles and one fun ride from start to finish.

• PSP
• 5.8 / 10
• États-Unis

• PS2
• WII
• 6 / 10
• États-Unis

Jurassic is a guilty pleasure of a shooter. It certainly has its issues, particularly with repetitive segments of play and easy encounters which clearly hold it back. It’s further complicated by the fact that there’s no survivor mode and you fight fewer enemies. However, if you’re looking for a mindless amount of fun, the PS2 version is a tolerable way to go.

• PSP
• 5.5 / 10
• États-Unis

StateShift races right down the middle of the road. While it refuses to veer into awfulness, it also manages to never even dip a tire in glory. I can see why StateShift struggled to reach shelves because it doesn’t offer much that isn’t already covered in the PSP’s good-sized racing scene. Pass.

• WII
• 8 / 10
• États-Unis

• X360
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

Star Trek D-A-C definitely benefits from the inclusion of the single-player Survival mode. The multiplayer modes were all that were available when the game was first released on XBLA earlier this year, and the package feels more robust now. Also, whereas we previously couldn't tweak game settings, we now can customize multiplayer matches. It's very cool that Paramount and Naked Sky listened to feedback from the first release and actually improved the game. Originally this was something you could have a few hours of fun with. Now, we reckon you can extend those fun times to a few days.

• WII
• 7 / 10
• États-Unis

Academy of Champions: Soccer is a simple game meant for simple gamers. No, I’m not calling you stupid for liking Academy of Champions, but the gameplay experience is certainly tuned for someone looking for arcade-style soccer. My biggest issue, and this is going to be a real problem for people, is that the game gets monotonous after too short a time. The story mode should expand much more than it does and the gameplay is a little too plain to be able to support the boring structure. That said, if you’re looking for a quick and fun soccer game for the kids, look no further than Academy of Champions: Soccer.

• WII
• 6 / 10
• États-Unis

Cybernoid: The Fighting Machine needs to be ignored by 95% of Wii owners, and only seriously considered by a fraction of the remaining few -- it's so tough that most people will just get frustrated and want their money back. Those who seek out true challenges, though, and actually enjoy a brutal difficulty level -- not for the sake of showboating, but really, seriously enjoy it -- should be the only ones considering Cybernoid. Good luck, if that's you.

• PS3
• X360
• 6.2 / 10
• États-Unis

There have actually been some good Dragon Ball games in the past few years, and that's true whether or not you're even a fan of the series. However, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast is not one of those games. Sure, there's lots of content, but the stories are poorly told (which alienates people who don't already know them) and the gameplay mechanics have numerous, numerous problems. Big DBZ fans may find something to like here, but you'd need to really like Dragon Ball in that case.