Verdict: loved every minute of it

In a Nutshell: Defense Grid: The Awakening is a 3-d tower defense game that feels a lot like Starcraft.

(from the game’s website)

“Defense Grid: The Awakening is a unique spin on tower defense gameplay that will appeal to players of all skill levels. A horde of enemies is invading, and it’s up to the player to stop them by strategically building fortification towers around their base. Beautiful environments, spectacular effects, and a dynamic, engaging soundtrack bring the world to life. The controls are intuitive and the gameplay is deep — the special attacks and properties of each tower work together to provide many ways to succeed.”

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Verdict: Sign me up for the boat to Rapture!

In a Nutshell: This is a story driven FPS set in the city of Rapture deep under the ocean. You use genetically enhanced abilities, good old fashioned firearms, and ingenuity to battle the disturbed citizens of the city.

(from the game’s website)

“BioShock is the “genetically enhanced” first-person shooter that lets you do things never before possible in the genre. Turn everything into a weapon, biologically mod your body with plasmids, hack devices and systems, upgrade your weapons and craft new ammo variants, and experiment with different battle techniques..”

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Game:

• Verdict: I.Am.Freeman!
• Fun Rating: Fun
• Players/Mode: Single-Player/Campaign
• Game Duration: 11 hours
• System: PC, Xbox, PS3
• Developer: Valve
• Website: http://orange.half-life2.com/hl2ep2.html

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Game:

• Verdict: Spectacular!
• Fun Rating: Fun
• Players/Mode: Single-Player/Campaign, Multi-Player/PVP
• Game Duration: Average (single player took me around 30 hours)
• System: PC, Xbox, PS3
• Developer:Valve
• Website: http://orange.half-life2.com/hl2.html

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