Dan Ryckert

Rico's third adventure stays the course, but at least this course involves slingshotting cows off of cliffs.

This re-release seems unnecessary at first glance, but the conclusion of Kratos' journey serves up a level of spectacle that remains impressive in 2015.

The chaos and fun of Saints Row is fully intact in the underworld, but a new setting can only go so far.

The little mushroom man finally gets his name on the marquee, and the result is a charming, unique, and puzzle-heavy adventure.

Nintendo's all-stars assemble once again, resulting in one of the best reasons to own a Wii U (and eight GameCube controllers).

Platinum Games' sequel delivers nuanced, non-stop action that stands among the best in its genre.

For the first time in the franchise's 15-year history, you can pummel your friends on the go. It comes with some drawbacks, but not enough to get in the way of another chaotic, fun experience.