• Best PSP games for September 2008

    The Sony PSP has been home to a lot more great games in the past year than its console siblings, and this month is no exception. Here’s our guide, not to an admin job search, but to the best of the best this month:

    Yggdra Union – Atlus

    An Atlus RPG classic already on the DS, this game receives a complete makeover for its PSP release. Available September 16.

    Yup! That’s the only one we’re recommending. Remember, our job is to help you spend wisely, not prolifically.

     
  • Best PS2 titles for September 2008

    Even the aging PS2 platform is getting some September love this year. You can choose between Votive candle holders or these intriguing titles. Here’s our choices for the best of the few.

    Lego Batman – Warner Home Video

    Although its available on next-gen systems, Lego Batman feels most at home on the PS2. One of the few Batman titles that may actually be enjoyable, look for the same goodness that was delivered in Lego Indiana Jones and Lego Star Wars. Available September 23.

    Unfortunately, that’s it.

     
  • Best PS3 releases for September 2008

    All the fat burners in the world don’t get me as psyched-up as pouring over the PS3 releases for this month, one of the liveliest in several months. But instead of wasting money trying to buy them all, here’s VideogameVagabond.com’s selections for only the very best titles.

    Disgaea 3 – Atlus

    Disgaea 3 is the first installment in the series to appear on PS3. Although the graphics are not up to next-gen par, the story and gameplay are sure to be a hit with any fan of the series. Available now.

    Silent Hill Homecoming – Konami

    Whether you get it on 360 or PS3, this survival horror franchise is always worth the time and investment on any platform. While Resident Evil prefers the George A. Romero-style grossouts, Silent Hill is a more subtle, psychological style of horror game that will please Stephen King and Clive Barker fans. Available September 30.

    And that’s it. Sorry, but we don’t care for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Not our cup of tea.

     
  • Best Xbox 360 games for September 2008

    September is the first great month again for Xbox 360 releases and pouring over the long list of exciting titles is kind of like a coffee addict trying to decide what to get from Starbucks coffee. So let us help. Here are VideogameVagabond.com’s top September 2008 releases on Xbox 360.

    Infinite Undiscovery – SquareEnix

    With Infinite Undiscovery, SquareEnix is introducing its first new franchise in quite a while, and its first franchise that is, at least for now, an Xbox 360 exclusive. Definitely a must-own. Available now.

    Rock Band 2 – Electronic Arts

    Not as innovative this time around as Guitar Hero On Tour, but Rock Band has the big mo’ from last year’s release and certainly the deeper, more varied playlist. Available September 14.

    Silent Hill Homecoming – Konami

    Following this summer’s release of Metal Gear Solid 4, one of the top horror franchises makes its first next-generation splash with this title and proves Konami has definitely arrived. No fan of being afraid while gaming should be without this one. Available September 30.

    Those are the big two, in our book. Sure, there are more titles, but remember this is supposed to be a discerning guide to the best titles of the month. Spend your dollars wisely!

     
  • The best DS titles in September 2008

    September marks the beginning of a rush of great titles for all game systems and never let it be said that VideogameVagabond.com doesn’t lend a helping hand! Whether it’s an RPG or a game about cat supplies, here’s the list of titles we’re looking forward to this month on the Nintendo DS.

    Dragon Quest IV – SquareEnix

    The Dragon Quest titles are finally getting their due alongside Final Fantasy with this strong remake of Dragon Quest IV; originally an SNES classic, DQ IV is a must for any fan of the series. Available September 15.

    Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure – Atlus

    Released at the end of the PSone’s life cycle and overshadowed by PS2 releases at the time, Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure is a classic music-based RPG that has been hard to find, and expensive to acquire on secondary sources like eBay. Definitely a must-have for fans of quirky RPGs everywhere, this DS reissue should help anyone wondering what all the fuss was about. Available September 23.

    Disgaea DS – Atlus

    Following up on the success of the PSP reissue of Disgaea last year, the Afternoon of Darkness package, this DS version is remade from scratch to take advantage of the DS system and its unique features. There’s also a new story focus and a brand new ending, so even if you’ve played it on PS2 or PSP, this DS version may be worth having. Available September 23.

    Those are our top three favorites for September on Nintendo DS!