Video game releases for the week of November 17, 2008

November 17, 8:53 AMVideo Game ExaminerQuibian Salazar-Moreno

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Left 4 Dead(Xbox 360) – This may be the zombie game to end all zombie games. You and four other characters are trying to survive an infection turning people into zombies and worse. This first person shooter could be the scariest game ever made.

The Last Remnant (Xbox 360) – This long awaited Japanese role playing game features different races of creatures and their quest to find “remnants,” which are ancient artifacts that possess special powers.

Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party (Wii, DS) – This Rayman spinoff makes use of the Wii’s balance board and Wii Remote in a collection of mini-games that follow a TV theme.

Tomb Raider: Underworld (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, DS) – A brand new Lara Croft adventure gives the pistol-packing archeologist the ability to do some work underwater and battle bigger and badder creatures. Plus Lara has a bunch of new moves that will help get out of a bunch of mess.

Sonic Unleashed (Wii, Xbox 360, PS2) – The latest in the Sonic adventure is a combination of the classic 2D side-scrolling gameplay and the 3D world. Dr. Eggman has split the world into pieces and and it’s up to Sonic to restore and save it.

Need for Speed: Undercover (PS3, Xbox 360, PS2, Wii, PSP) – The racing game seems to be taking a cue from the Fast and Furious movies with the plot revolving around an undercover cop trying to infiltrate a street racing gang. Of course the exciting gameplay the Need for Speed franchise is known for returns along with the intense police chases.

Lips (Xbox 360) – Yes, it’s another karaoke game but this time it’s coming from Microsoft. But what makes it different? Apparently, along with the songs that come with the game, you can also upload songs from your iPod or Zune. Yes, we can finally rap some Mobb Deep joints up in this piece!

Naruto: The Broken Bond (Xbox 360) – Doesn’t look like the Naruto games are going anywhere anytime soon. This latest game is an action adventure game that takes place between episodes 81 and 135 of the animated series.

Castlevania Judgment (Wii) – This is the franchise’s first fighting game and is exclusive for the Wii. Even though the game has been getting some bad buzz, the folks at Konami are hoping that die-hard Castlevania fans will show up and support.

Guitar Hero on Tour Decades (Nintendo DS) – Decades is a spinoff of On Tour for the Nintendo DS. Using the special guitar grip for the DS, this new title focuses on hits from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. plus you’ll be able to use songs from On Tour.

Metal Slug 7 (Nintendo DS) – The Metal Slug series made its debut in the mid-90’s and has been going strong ever since. For the latest in the series, it still has the classic run-n-gun gameplay and has you and the crew searching General Morden and his army once again.

NCAA Basketball 09 (PS3, Xbox 360, PS2) – The game is no longer March Madness, but EA Sports is hoping the fans will come out for this one. The gameplay has been revamped focusing on the tempo of the game, getting very specific to the styles of play for each of the schools. This is the only college basketball game in town now, since 2K Sports is no longer developing college basketball games.

Karaoke Revolution: Presents American Idol Encore 2 (Xbox 360, PS3) – This is a sequel to American Idol Encore which was released earlier this year. The new game not only features songs from AI alum like Elliot Yamin and Daughtry, but also Michael Jackson, John Lennon, Avril Lavgine, One Republic and even Paula Abdul. And yes, the songs you downloaded for AI Encore will work for part two.

Disney's Bolt (Wii, PS2, PS3, Xbox 360) – The game is based on the animated film that is in theatres. Of course, the game follows the story of the movie and attempts to make the movie experience last a bit longer.

Skate It (Wii, DS) – This is sort of a spinoff of EA’s Skate for the Nintendo consoles. The game utilizes the Wii’s balance board and Wii Remote while the DS uses the stylus to control the skateboard. Tony Hawk better watch himself!

Safecracker (Wii) – Although this game got mixed reviews when it was released last year for PC, it was enjoyed enough to be named one of the best puzzle games of 2007. Now it’s on the Wii so you can put your safe cracking skills to the test.

You're in the Movies (Xbox 360) – Microsoft introduced this game during E3 which consists of you recording yourself with the Xbox 360 camera doing some mini-games. The game then takes the clips of you and inserts them into a B-movie like video. Up to four people can play, so have fun!