Half-Life 2: Episode Two is the second installment in Valve's award-winning Half-Life trilogy. Players take on the role of Dr. Gordon Freeman as he travels with Alyx Vance to deliver a crucial information packet stolen from the Citadel to an enclave of resistance scientists. Along the way, they must battle and race against Combine forces while navigating White Forest. The game offers unique weapons, vehicles, and creatures that extend the gameplay found in its predecessor.

Half-Life 2: Episode One is an all-new episode created by Valve that continues the Half-Life 2 single player adventure. Players take on the role of Dr. Gordon Freeman, who must face the consequences of his actions in City 17 and the Citadel. Along with Alyx Vance and her robot Dog, players join forces with the resistance to battle against Combine forces. Through this thrilling adventure, players will experience a gripping story line filled with intense action and immersive environments.

Gears of War 2 is a next-generation video game that builds upon the gameplay of the first title in every way. It features new characters, weapons, enemies, vehicles and locales to offer more action, emotion and thrills. Visual effects have been enhanced with ambient occlusion, dynamic shadows, improved character lighting and hundreds of on-screen characters rendering simultaneously. The story follows humanity's epic battle for survival through multiple story arcs that introduce new characters and explore familiar ones with an in-game conversational camera system which brings the cinematic story to life. This combined with its sweeping vistas make Gears of War 2 one of the most gorgeous games available this generation.

Fallout 3 is a post-apocalyptic open world video game developed by Bethesda Softworks. The story follows the protagonist, who has been forced to leave their home Vault 101 for unknown reasons and must now explore the Capital Wasteland in search of their lost father. Players will face off against various enemies such as radiation, Super Mutants, and hostile mutated creatures while navigating through an expansive world with unique combat and shockingly realistic visuals. Players are given tons of choices on how they approach each situation presented to them within the game, along with an incredible cast of dynamic characters that offer interesting interactions throughout the journey. With Vault-Tec’s engineering at its finest providing safety from these threats, Fallout 3 provides an immersive experience for players looking for adventure in a post-nuclear wasteland setting.

XCOM: Enemy Unknown is a video game from the makers of the Civilization series about humanity's fight against an unknown enemy. The governments of Earth have joined forces to form XCOM, a secret paramilitary organization tasked with defending the planet from extraterrestrial invasion. Players will be put in command of XCOM and must build and manage their base, research alien technology, plan combat missions and direct soldiers in battle in order to save mankind.

Firewatch is a video game set in 1989, where the player takes on the role of Henry, a man who has recently taken up the job of fire lookout in Wyoming. In this scorching hot summer season, Henry must patrol and look for smoke to keep the wilderness safe. His supervisor Delilah can be contacted over a small handheld radio at any time and provides assistance throughout his journey. As soon as something strange draws him out from his lookout tower into the forest, he will explore an unknown environment while facing questions and making choices that can either build or destroy his only meaningful relationship with Delilah. Firewatch features stunningly beautiful wilderness environments that expand as you explore them, tailor-made stories based on your choices which shape its narrative and builds relationships and an edge-of-your-seat mystery full of secrets waiting to be discovered around every hill. The game is best suited for adult gamers due to its mature conversations about adult topics.

Battlefield: Bad Company is an action-packed video game developed by Electronic Arts and powered by Digital Illusions' Frostbite game engine. In this next-generation console title, gamers find themselves behind enemy lines with a squad of renegade soldiers who are out for gold and revenge. The single player experience offers plenty of adventure and dark humor, while the trademark sandbox gameplay allows players to nearly destroy anything in their path. Multiplayer options also abound, featuring deep gameplay modes that make the most of Battlefield: Bad Company's destructible environments.

Castle Crashers is an award-winning video game developed by the independent developer The Behemoth, best known for creating Alien Hominid HD. This medieval-style game provides players with plenty of insanity as they battle their way through waves of enemies and bosses in order to save four princesses from the clutches of a wizard. The silly characters, vibrant visuals, and cooperative play make Castle Crashers an enjoyable experience for all types of gamers.

Shank 2 is a side-scrolling video game in which players take control of Shank, a former mob hitman. The story follows his quest for redemption as he must return to action when the lives of those close to him are threatened. The combat and controls system has been improved upon from the original game, with fluid brawling mechanics and stunning visuals. Additionally, an intense new arcade-style survival co-op mode has also been added; two gamers will team up together to fight against their enemies while making use of environment and weapon pick-ups for survival.

Skullgirls is a fast-paced 2-D fighting game that puts you in control of fierce warriors in a Dark Deco world. It features modern takes on classic arcade fighters, with hand-drawn high-definition visuals and intricate combos to master. The game also has an intriguing backstory, which makes the competition even more exciting for veteran and novice players alike. With its accessible gameplay systems and captivating storyline, Skullgirls is sure to provide hours of entertainment for all levels of gamers.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a first-person shooter video game and the direct sequel to the previous installment in the series, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. In its single-player campaign, players continue their struggle against an invasion by Russian Federation forces following a terrorist attack on Moscow that was framed on an undercover U.S. agent. Players can experience classic multi-character control as well as deep multiplayer support with two-player co-op Survival mode, new Kill Streak categories, and customizable strike packages for more player combat options and strategies.

Saints Row 2 is a sequel to the first open-world title on next-generation consoles. It is set years after the original Saints Row in a Stilwater that has both familiar and strange aspects. The player, wounded, betrayed and thirsting for revenge seeks to take back the city that has forgotten him/her. This game features customized options such as gender, age, voice, crib and gang customization. There is also an expansive city of Stilwater with new vehicles like motorcycles, boats, helicopters and planes waiting to be explored. Additionally it boasts playable online co-op through its single-player campaign or in its all new open world competitive multiplayer mode unseen before in this genre.

Far Cry 2 is a first-person shooter video game set in war-torn Africa. The player takes on the role of a mercenary sent to take out The Jackal, a mysterious character who has reignited conflict between rival factions and put thousands of lives at risk. To complete their mission, they must use cunning and brute force to overcome their enemies' superior numbers and firepower. Features such as real-time story telling, systemic auto-healing, minimal in-game interface create an intense atmosphere where the player feels truly alone against barbarian warlords. A wide range of weapons are available for players to make their way through levels including machine guns, machetes, sniper rifles and flamethrowers.

Homefront is a first-person shooter video game set in an alternate future where North Korea has taken over the United States. The year is 2027 and the world has suffered through a decade of energy crisis, causing economies to collapse. Players assume the role of an infantry soldier or take command of various aerial and ground vehicles as they fight against the North Korean forces for freedom. Featuring a single player story created by John Milius, Homefront immerses gamers in an interactive cinematic experience as they battle their way through American malls, suburbs, and city streets in search of freedom.

Hard Reset is a cyberpunk-style first-person shooter (FPS) video game developed by Flying Wild Hog. The game follows Major Fletcher, a soldier in the last human city of Bezoar who must fight to save humanity from an invading robotic army known as the Nightmarish Machines. Players battle through levels filled with hordes of enemies, using various weapons and special abilities to survive. Throughout the game, players will face off against challenging bosses and collect various upgrades that enhance their weapons and abilities. With its unique art style and fast-paced gameplay, Hard Reset provides an intense single player experience for fans of FPS games.

Dead Rising 3 is a video game available exclusively on Xbox One. It takes place ten years after the events of Dead Rising 2 in the fictional city of Los Perdidos, California. Players take on the role of Nick Ramos, a young mechanic with an enigmatic past who must find a way to survive and escape before an impending military strike wipes out everyone in the city. He teams up with other survivors to fight their way out before it's too late.

Maize is a hilarious first-person adventure game about two scientists who misinterpret a memo from the U.S. Government and accidentally create sentient corn, leading to an irreverent chain of events that are anything but normal! The game follows the unlikely heroes as they explore strange locations, solve puzzles, discover secrets and more in their attempt to undo the chaos caused by their mistake. With its unique art style, offbeat humor and engaging gameplay, Maize is sure to provide hours of entertainment!