It’s easy to get lost in the end-of-the-year release frenzy. Fear not. This guide can help you find some unique games for that special someone (or yourself) this holiday season.
Bangai-O-Spirits (DS)
The robotic action game boasts immense battle movements and attacks amid several levels. Fight with missiles, swords, and wall-bouncing bullets in high challenge situations. The level editor is impressive, but even more outstanding is the sound load technology that transforms your level data into a sound file (output through the host DS speaker or audio ear buds or even a PC mic). When shared, this file is interpreted through the microphone of the recipient.
Castlevania “Mania” (DS and Wii)
Franchise fans get a different taste with head-to-head combat platformer Castlevania Judgment (on the Wii) featuring several characters and special interactions with the newest DS Castlevania game Order of Ecclesia. It's the third Castlevania game on the Nintendo DS and features multiple endings and a new Glyph (form of magic) attack system with over 100 combinations.
Far Cry 2 (PC, PS3 and Xbox360)
This action-filled shooter has a wide-open world plus map editing and unique multiplayer modes including bodyguard type scenarios. Nice touches like dynamic weather, realistic gun war and an amazing African setting push this game to the forefront.
Jillian Michaels’ Fitness Ultimatum 2009 (Wii)
This tough, no nonsense trainer, featured on the TV show The Biggest Loser, takes you to fitness boot camp with the Wii Balance Board. There are wide ranged activities in four types: hill climb, weight loss, intervals and strength training. Flexible settings, from ten to 60 minutes, allow an entertaining and well-planned workout system. Also features a competitive party mode races and challenges for up to two players.
Karaoke Revolution Presents American Idol Encore 2 (PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii)
Can’t wait for the next season of American Idol? Live out your dream with customizable characters online or compete as the base three judges seal your fate. The Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 versions feature new cooperative mode and downloadable songs.
KORG DS-10 (DS)
Connect to music hardware with the DS software version of the synthesizer studio. Your compositions get more in-depth with each discovery and unique interaction with a seemingly endless options. Music students will be ahead of the learning curve, but creative techniques and amazing gameplay make this title a conveniently portable way to explore music and make some new classics without lugging around all that equipment.
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