Best Games - PC

  • 9.5

    Dragon Age: Origins

    16 Nov 2009 12:07 PM

    Incredible storytelling, great characters and exciting battles are just a few of the things that make this fantasy role-playing game so extraordinary.

    Specs: PS3, Xbox 360

  • 9.0 8

    The Sims 3

    03 Jun 2009 2:12 PM

    The latest Sims game is also the greatest, striking a terrific balance between the fresh and the familiar.

  • 9.0

    Assassin's Creed II

    19 Nov 2009 3:32 PM

    Assassin's Creed II is what you'd want an action sequel to be: bigger, better and more beautiful.

  • 9.0 8.3

    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

    13 Nov 2009 1:56 PM

    Modern Warfare 2 nails the three pillars of play — campaign, cooperative and multiplayer — to earn its place in the pantheon of modern shooters.

  • 8.5 8

    Prototype

    16 Jun 2009 9:52 AM

    This open-world action game set in Manhattan is proof that even viral outbreaks can be incredibly fun if they're done right.

    Specs: PC, PS3

  • 8.5

    Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II

    23 Feb 2009 5:16 PM

    Extraordinary online play makes it easy to overlook this strategy sequel's less-impressive single-player campaign.

  • 8.5 8

    Borderlands

    30 Oct 2009 3:24 PM

    Fun combat and a steady flow of rewards make this journey a massively enjoyable one, especially with some fellow mercenaries along for the ride.

    Specs: PC, PS3

  • 8.5 10

    Plants vs. Zombies

    16 Nov 2009 10:19 AM

    Addictive action and super-cute visuals make Plants vs. Zombies an enjoyable and engaging romp.

  • 8.5

    Red Faction: Guerrilla

    17 Jun 2009 11:54 AM

    Though repetitive, this third-person action game is a great open-world adventure for anyone with an appetite for destruction.

    Specs: PC, Xbox 360

  • 8.5 6.5

    Empire: Total War

    13 Mar 2009 3:44 PM

    This strategy sequel is incredibly deep, broad, addictive — and a bit rough around the edges.

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