Nothing easier than making a top five list. Simple, easy to follow, and nothing innovative. This time I'll also go for the Top 5 most wanted games of 2007 (or is it Twenty Ought Savage?). Of course I'll be counting down cause I like to have at least somewhat of suspense, because who really cares what number five is if you already know number one.
5. Pokemon Diamond (DS) - Ok, probably the main reason why I got a DS Lite. I'm a sucker for the Pokemon games. Addictive gameplay with finally some graphical improvement and the ability to trade Pokemon online could make this the best Pokemon yet.
4. Mass Effect (X360) - Something that I have always been waiting for in a video game is the ability of constant exploration. To be able to explore different planets without even really focusing on the story sounds great. Add on the fact that the developers will release future planets for downloadable content and this could be a very long and engaging game. Oh and it just so happens that it is made by the same people that made Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic, but who's heard of that game?
3. Grand Theft Auto IV (X360) - Not much is known about GTA IV, but if they keep expanding on the formula and finally improve some of the nagging issues (please can we finally get some improved graphics) and this could be the next big thing in open ended games that GTA III started.
2. Halo 3 (X360) - Was the ending bad in Halo 2? Most definately. Does that mean that I'm going to be any less excited for the third and final installment? Hell no. If Bungie fixes what they did wrong and makes this a huge finale then this could easily be the game of the year.
1. Spore (PC) - The evolution of my thirst for an all expanding game is basically what Spore is. I've always wanted to play a game where I could create my own species, shape a planet, and then go and explore space. While not actually controlling a specific character, Spore is probably the closest to the game I've been waiting for. Truly the one game that I have so much high expectations and high anticipation for that all other games seem pointless.