GameTrailers.com Reveals The Top Ten Most Anticipated Games Of 2008

WHAT:

GameTrailers (GT), the reigning video destination for gamers, announced today the Top Ten Most Anticipated Games of 2008. The GT editorial department poured over hundreds of upcoming releases and selected the superlative ten based upon time spent with the game at media gatherings as well as the reputations of a given series. To honor the ten chosen games, GT has debuted all-new videos that showcase gameplay highlights and editorial commentary on the merits of each -- viewable now at GameTrailers.com!

"We thought it would be difficult to top 2007, but after examining all of 2008's upcoming releases, we were surprised to find that this year could end up having just as strong a line-up of games as last year," said Shane Satterfield, Editor in Chief of GameTrailers. "With all three consoles hitting their stride, the quality and quantity of software will be incredible, and narrowing down the choices to just ten was no t an easy task."

Without further ado, the most anticipated games of 2008 are:

10. Super Smash Bros. Brawl

- A dozen new characters, including Solid Snake, Sonic and Olimar as well as online play, expanded single player and co-op modes and a stage builder puts this highly anticipated game on the list

9. Ninja Gaiden 2

- Blood, blood and more blood is included in this Xbox 360 exclusive sequel where lopping off limbs modifies enemy behavior resulting in dynamic and dangerous combat situations that will test gamers ninja reflexes like never before

8. Prototype

- All the action takes place in a war torn New York City where infected mutants and the military are vying for control, providing a perfect backdrop for gameplay chaos

7. Grand Theft Auto IV

- The latest GTA touts new cover systems, transportation methods, communication tools in a spit-polished Liberty City

6. LittleBigPlanet

- The big draw for this highly anticipated title is that gamers can easily create their own objects and levels to share with their PSN friends

5. StarCraft II

- The game, in production since 2003, will boast new units, a new non-linear story campaign and a glossy new 3D veneer powered by the Havoc physics engine

4. Final Fantasy XIII

- Not much is known about this highly anticipated sequel but gamers can look forward to an intricate narrative, fantastic characters and a new combat system upon its release

3. Fallout 3

- Fallout returns, and it's packing mushroom clouds and other amazing features, like having your father generated based on your character's features

2. Metal Gear Solid 4

- Sure to be a fan favorite for its stellar production values, the series' stealth-action gameplay as well as an intriguing plot rife with mystery and monkeys

1. Resident Evil 5

- Topping the list at number one, the horror title Resident Evil 5 is sure to capitalize on the excellence of its predecessor with outstanding weapon upgrades, headshots and a creepier story line

WHEN:

AVAILABLE NOW - Thursday, February 21

WHERE:

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