The best video games of 2009

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(CNN) -- Now that video game sales have eclipsed Hollywood box office
revenues and sales of music CDs, you can bet your bitmaps some extraordinarily
good games were released in 2009.
In fact, therein lies the problem. With
more than 1,500 games released each year -- for computers, consoles and handheld
devices -- it's hard to narrow them down to a "Best of" list, let alone choose
one as a holiday gift.
Video game trends for 2009 included sequels (which
isn't a bad thing in the gaming world), co-op play (working together rather than
against one another), social games (though the music/rhythm genre is getting
saturated) and of course, the growth of handheld gaming.
But how do you know
which games are worth getting blisters over and which ones will quickly become
drink coasters?
Fortunately, you've come to the right place.
The following
are the top picks for the best Game of the
year (each of which cost $59.99 unless otherwise specified), divided by genre
for your convenience.
Best shooter
Activision's "Call of Duty: Modern
Warfare 2"
Sony PlayStation 3, PC; rated M) is a gripping near-future military
shooter that challenges you to face off against a Russian terrorist organization
in locations such as Afghanistan, Rio de Janeiro and Washington. Along with the
single-player campaign are a handful of cooperative and competitive multiplayer
maps and modes that give this first-person game plenty of
replayability.
Runners-up: Valve/EA's "Left 4 Dead 2" and 2K Games'
"Borderlands."
Best action/adventure
"Uncharted 2: Among Thieves," from
Sony's Naughty Dog studio, provided the most memorable adventure in 2009. This
outstanding Playstation 3
sequel (rated T) once again stars Nathan Drake as he searches for a legendary
jewel with extraordinary power. With excellent dialogue, huge set pieces and
plenty of action (including multiplayer modes), this cinematic third-person tale
makes you feel like the star of an interactive movie. It also just won game of
the year at Spike TV's Video Game Awards.
Runners-up: Ubisoft's "Assassin's
Creed II," Warner Bros./Eidos' "Batman: Arkham Asylum" and Electronic Arts'
"Brutal Legend."
Best platformer
For kids and kids at heart, Nintendo's
"New Super Mario Bros. Wii" ($49.99; rated E) reinvents the classic
"side-scroller" -- whereby characters run, jump and battle from the left side of
the screen to the right -- by letting up to four gamers play at the same time.
Collect coins, don special suits and discover hidden passages as you race to
save the kidnapped princess. This Nintendo Wii exclusive is simply one of the
year's most fun party games.
Runner-up: Warner Bros. Interactive
Entertainment's "Scribblenauts."
Best music game
By spinning, scratching and mixing with the included
wireless turntable controller, Activision's "DJ Hero" (from $119.99; for Xbox
360, PlayStation 2/3,
proved to be the most innovative and immersive music experience of 2009, as you
must "mash-up" two separate songs to create more than 100 mixes for the dance
floor. Multiplayer modes, guitar and microphone support and unlockable
characters all add to the fun in this T-rated game.
Runners-up are MTV
Games/EA's "The Beatles: Rock Band" and Activision's "Band Hero."
Best sports
game
More so than any other sports games this year, the savvy team at EA
Sports responsible for "FIFA Soccer 10" (for Xbox 360, PlayStation 2/3, Nintendo
Wii; rated E) has delivered an exceptional soccer simulation featuring myriad
game modes (including online leagues for most versions), smart artificial
intelligence, enhanced control and a revamped animation engine for ultra-fluid
player and ball movement.
Runners-up are EA Sports' "NHL 10" and 2K Sports'
"NBA 2K10."
Best role-playing game
Outstanding storytelling, intense
action and many dozens of hours of game play are all hallmarks of Bioware's
award-winning role-playing games -- and their latest is no exception. "Dragon
Age: Origins" (for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC; rated M) is a fascinating
fantasy adventure in which your decisions will affect how the single-player tale
plays out. Travel through a huge world, use might or magic to defeat foes and
unravel an epic story along the way.
Best strategy game
One of the most
surprisingly addictive games of the year is PopCap Games' amazing "Plants vs.
Zombies" (for PCs; $19.95), a "tower defense"-style strategy game that pits you
against slow-moving zombies who are trying to break into your home. Your
tactical task is to pick the best plants, flowers and fungi to attack the
undead. This T-rated game features many modes to indulge in, dozens of humorous
zombie and plant types, and an unlockable music video to reward you for a job
well-done.
Best racing game
Get your motor running with Microsoft Game
Studios' "Forza Motorsport 3" (rated E), an incredibly detailed racing game for
the Xbox 360. Climb behind the wheel of more than 400 dream cars and tackle the
more than 100 real-world tracks around the globe. Simulation fans will
appreciate the authentic physics and handling of this driving game, while
beginners can turn on a number of driving assists to help them win races. You
can also log online within the game to show off your modified vehicles or race
against others.
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