BLACK (PS2, XBOX)

You've seen bullets fly and buildings explode before, but not like this. In an effort to perfect what we call "gun porn," Criterion Software/EA has developed a game in which simply pulling the trigger is an exercise in excess. The story? It doesn't matter. What matters is spraying bullet casings across the battlefield and crushing your enemies with rage and rubble.

GHOST RECON: ADVANCED WARFIGHTER (PC, XBOX 360)

Wherever there's a Tom Clancy game, there's a rogue military outfit in serious need of some ass-kicking. As we join the "Ghosts" in 2013, the U.S. has equipped the team of Special Forces soldiers with high-tech toys to eliminate an insurgent force in Mexico City. Squelch the uprising, then go online to prove your mettle against friends and foes.

NHL 2KS (PS2, XBOX 360)

NHL hockey is back, and 2K Sports is celebrating with the most realistic hockey game to date. Skate alone or compete online with other puckheads in tournaments and league play. Plus, for the first time, get behind the mask as goalie with the Crease Control mode designed with help from All-Star 'tender Marty Turco (for an exclusive MF interview with Turco, turn to page 51).

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