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Review Round-Up: Aliens, Sesame Street, And More
Today's game releases are a testament to how much variety there truly is in contemporary gaming. Whether your tastes run toward racing, flying, learning, or killing zombies, you'll find something new on store shelves today. Take a look at our reviews for today's new releases.
Be sure to click on a game's title to check out the full review (and to see the score).
Ace Combat: Assault Horizon (360, PS3)
"If you’ve been looking for an entryway into the flight combat genre this is a great place to start, and if you’re already a fan, Assault Horizon has something a little bit different to offer you that you can definitely appreciate."–Kyle Hilliard
Aliens: Infestation (DS)
"There are a few minor frustrations, and the mortality of the characters was surprising, even frustrating at first, but ultimately it adds a worthwhile sense of fear to the entire game. If you’re a fan of Metroid, Aliens, or just solid handheld experiences, don’t let Infestation become forgotten as the 3DS wave washes over us."–Kyle Hilliard
Dead Rising 2: Off The Record (360, PC, PS3)
"The inclusion of the sandbox mode makes Dead Rising 2: Off the Record more than just a retread with slightly modified cutscenes. By itself, it’s an incentive for Dead Rising 2 players to pick it up. If you haven’t gotten around to playing the sequel yet, this is definitely the version to get."–Jeff Cork
Forza Motorsport 4 (360) - "Racing games have always strived to strike that balance between being a virtual showroom for car lovers (see the well-done and informative Autovista mode for that) and actually being fun, compelling experiences. Forza 4 successfully bridges this gap and is the racer you’ve been waiting for." -Matthew Kato
Sesame Street: Once Upon A Monster (360)
"If you’re a parent whose kids already know their ABCs, Double Fine’s game is a fantastic way to reinforce often-neglected (but critically important) skills like empathy, responsibility, and friendship. Plus, you can make Grover flap his stringy little blue arms like nobody’s business."–Jeff Cork
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