Assassin's Creed II: Combining historical fact with robust, well-written fiction is tricky, but this epic action sequel handled it with loving care. The result? Benissimo.
Publisher: Ubisoft
Critics: 91%
Batman: Arkham Asylum: He might not be as sturdy as Superman or as nimble as Spidey, but the Caped Crusader's jaw-dropping jaunt through the loony bin trounces every other superhero game on the planet.
Publisher: Eidos Interactive/Warner Bros. Interactive
Critics: 91%
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: Hear of it? The biggest game of 2009 is also one of its best. Even if you don't like shooters, you can't help but be impressed by its unrivaled graphics engine and spectacular set pieces.
Publisher: Activision
Critics: 94%
Dragon Age: Origins: Huge, addictive, and hugely addictive, this high-fantasy masterstroke from the artisans at Bioware is handily one of their best games. Considering their incredible track record, that's saying a lot.
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Critics: 91%
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves: If Indiana Jones were younger, cooler, funnier and able to withstand about a million more bullets, he'd be Nathan Drake. Looks incredible, plays even better.
Publisher: Sony
Critics: 96%
Out of those, which is the best?