* Top Rated Xbox 360 Games *

1. Grand Theft Auto IV - Xbox 360

Genre: Action, Rated M (April 2008)
Developed by Rockstar North; Published by Rockstar
Part of Grand Theft Auto series.

Gamespot 10.0 | Critics Avg 9.8 | Players Avg 9.3

"GTAIV is a game with a compelling and nonlinear storyline, a game with a great protagonist who you can't help but like, and a game that boasts a plethora of online multiplayer features in addition to its lengthy story mode. It's not without some flaws, but GTAIV is undoubtedly the best Grand Theft Auto yet." - Gamespot Review

2. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion - Xbox 360

Genre: Role-Playing Game, Rated T (March 2006)
Developed by Bethesda; Published by 2K Games
Part of The Elder Scrolls series.

Gamespot 9.6 | Critics Avg 9.4 | Players Avg 9.5

"Even those who'd normally have no interest in a role-playing game should find it hard to resist getting swept up in this big, beautiful, meticulously crafted world. What's overwhelming about Oblivion is how good it is and how much there is to it. Literally almost everything that's ever been done well before in past role-playing games is in here--done at least as well, if not better." - Gamespot Review

3. Gears of War - Xbox 360

Genre: Sci-Fi Shooter, Rated M (November 2006)
Developed by Epic; Published by Microsoft

Gamespot 9.6 | Critics Avg 9.4 | Players Avg 9.4

"Gears of War is a game that capitalizes on all of the promises made by the next generation of gaming. It looks more than a few steps beyond what consoles have been doing to this point, and the gameplay is supremely fulfilling from start to finish in all of its various modes. The game's great weapons, amazing graphics, and absolutely thrilling action make it stand out from the pack in a big, big way." - Gamespot Review

4. The Orange Box - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated M (October 2007)
Developed by Valve; Published by Electronic Arts
Part of Half-Life series.

Gamespot 9.5 | Critics Avg 9.6 | Players Avg 9.2

"... this five-games-in-one package is the kind of crazy deal that almost forces you to shout "Now how much would you pay?" With three amazing new games and two classics all in one package, it's impossible to go wrong with The Orange Box." - Gamespot Review

5. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated M (November 2007)
Developed by Infinity Ward; Published by Activision
Part of Call of Duty series.

Gamespot 9.0 | Critics Avg 9.4 | Players Avg 9.4

"It's a shame that the single-player is so brief, but you should only skip out on Call of Duty 4 if you're the sort of person who doesn't appreciate great first-person shooter multiplayer. The quality of the content in the campaign is totally top-shelf, and the multiplayer is some of the best around, making this a truly superb package." - Gamespot Review

6. BioShock - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated M (August 2007)
Developed by 2K Boston; Published by 2K Games

Gamespot 9.0 | Critics Avg 9.5 | Players Avg 9.2

"It builds an amazing atmosphere by using terrific graphics and sound to set a creepy mood. But BioShock's real strengths are as a compelling work of interactive fiction, and as a unique ride through a warped world with some great payoff built into its mysterious plot." - Gamespot Review

7. Halo 3 - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated M (September 2007)
Developed by Bungie; Published by Microsoft
Part of Halo series.

Gamespot 9.5 | Critics Avg 9.3 | Players Avg 8.9

"On the surface, Halo 3 is every bit the sequel you would expect it to be, in that it delivers meaningful upgrades to both the story-driven and competitive sides of the package. However, it's the addition of the Forge level editor and the saved films that give the game an even longer set of legs." - Gamespot Review

8. Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter - Xbox 360

Genre: Tactical Shooter, Rated T (March 2006)
Developed by Ubisoft Paris; Published by Ubisoft

Gamespot 9.2 | Critics Avg 9.0 | Players Avg 9.1

"A solid and challenging campaign and a unique, online-co-op mode combine with an unmatched presentation in what is arguably the best game yet on the Xbox 360. Even those who don't necessarily like shooters may want to at least try the game out." - Gamespot Review

9. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas - Xbox 360

Genre: Tactical Shooter, Rated M (November 2006)
Developed by Ubisoft Montreal; Published by Ubisoft
Part of Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six series.

Gamespot 9.1 | Critics Avg 8.9 | Players Avg 9.2

"... this new Rainbow Six is like the new Las Vegas. It's refreshed, reinvented, and ready to take on the world, and it's also one of the best tactical shooters on the Xbox 360 to date." - Gamespot Review

10. Rock Band - Xbox 360

Genre: Rythm, Rated E (November 2007)
Developed by Harmonix, Published by MTV Games

Gamespot 9.0 | Critics Avg 9.3 | Players Avg 9.0

"Rock Band is every wannabe musician's dream. A game that takes the four key instruments one needs to make a band a rock band (guitar, bass, drums, vocals), and builds a highly playable and intensely addictive game around them." - Gamespot Review

11. Mass Effect - Xbox 360

Genre: Sci-Fi RPG, Rated M (November 2007)
Developed by BioWare, Published by Microsoft

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics Avg 9.1 | Players Avg 9.2

"BioWare has created a politically charged universe with an exhaustive backstory and filled it with a bunch of interesting, multifaceted characters. Combined with an exciting and unique combat mechanic, it makes for a fun and absorbing experience that you'll want to see through to the end." - Gamespot Review

12. Guitar Hero II - Xbox 360

Genre: Rythm, Rated T (April 2007)
Developed by Harmonix, Published by RedOctane

Gamespot 8.9 | Critics Avg 9.2 | Players Avg 9.1

"That 360 owners can now see what PS2 owners have been enjoying so much over the last couple of years with the Guitar Hero series, and do it with even more added content, is a fantastic thing." - Gamespot Review

13. Call of Duty 2 - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated T (November 2005)
Developed by Infinity Ward; Published by Activision
Part of Call of Duty series.

Gamespot 8.8 | Critics Avg 9.0 | Players Avg 9.1

"Call of Duty 2 sets a high standard for any shooters following in its footsteps on Microsoft's new console, and it's considerably faster, prettier, and more exciting than most any other shooter available on consoles." - Gamespot Review

14. Forza Motorsport 2 - Xbox 360

Genre: Racing, Rated E (May 2007)
Developed by Microsoft, Published by Microsoft

Gamespot 9.2 | Critics Avg 9.0 | Players Avg 8.9

"It's a testament to the original Forza's design that this sequel can feel both so much like the original and yet so much better at the same time. If you've got even an inkling of a theory that you might like driving games, you need to play Forza 2." - Gamespot Review

15. Assassin's Creed - Xbox 360

Genre: Action, Rated M (November 2007)
Developed by Ubisoft Montreal, Published by Ubisoft

Gamespot 9.0 | Critics Avg 8.2 | Players Avg 8.9

"Here is one of the most unique gameworlds ever created: beautiful, memorable, and alive. Every crack and crevasse is filled with gorgeous, subtle details, from astounding visual flourishes to overheard cries for help. But it's more than just a world--it's a fun and exciting action game with a ton of stuff to do and places to explore." - Gamespot Review

16. Burnout Paradise - Xbox 360

Genre: Racing, Rated E (January 2008)
Developed by Criterion; Published by Electronic Arts

Gamespot 9.0 | Critics 8.9 | Players 8.7

"The open-world design isn't just a lazy gimmick--it's a wonderfully executed concept that doesn't rob the game of the series' most beloved tenet: the act of driving fast and wrecking hard. ... if you have any affection for the series, you really owe it to yourself to give the full game a look." - Gamespot Review

17. Project Gotham Racing 3 - Xbox 360

Genre: Racing, Rated E (November 2005)
Developed by Bizarre; Published by Microsoft

Gamespot 8.8 | Critics 8.9 | Players 8.8

"For pure style, speed, and immersion, grabbing a seat in any of PGR 3's intricately modeled high-speed rigs and tearing through the streets is what the next generation of gaming is all about." - Gamespot Review

18. Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter 2 - Xbox 360

Genre: Tactical Shooter, Rated T (March 2007)
Developed by Red Storm; Published by Ubisoft

Gamespot 8.7 | Critics Avg 8.6 | Players Avg 8.9

"The single-player game is fun, but its brevity is certainly an issue. Still, if you're a fan of modern combat, (or if you have Xbox Live for its multi-player component) GRAW 2 makes a compelling case for a game that you have to play." - Gamespot Review

19. Burnout: Revenge - Xbox 360

Genre: Racing, Rated E (March 2006)
Developed by Criterion; Published by Electronic Arts

Gamespot 8.8 | Critics 8.8 | Players 8.8

"While Burnout Revenge might not have enough new stuff in it to drag you back in if you've been playing it on other platforms, this is definitely the version to get if you're shopping around. It delivers solid, fast action, both online and off, and is easily the fastest, most exciting racing game available on the Xbox 360." - Gamespot Review

20. Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Double Agent - Xbox 360

Genre: Stealth Action, Rated M (October 2006)
Developed by Ubisoft Shanghai; Published by Ubisoft
Part of Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell series.

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics 8.5 | Players 8.8

"Double Agent's few keen twists on Splinter Cell's single-player gameplay don't result in a remarkably different experience from the previous games, though it's still some of the best stealth action out there." - Gamespot Review

21. Dead or Alive 4 - Xbox 360

Genre: 3D Fighting, Rated M (December 2005)
Developed by Team Ninja; Published by Tecmo

Gamespot 8.8 | Critics 8.6 | Players 8.6

"It's simple: If you like fighting games, DOA4 is for you. Between its great selection of powerful fighters, its terrific action, and its addictive online mode, there's an awful lot to sink your teeth into, learn, and master in this latest and greatest installment in the series." - Gamespot Review

22. Call of Duty 3 - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated T (November 2006)
Developed by Treyarch; Published by Activision
Part of Call of Duty series.

Gamespot 8.8 | Critics Avg 8.3 | Players Avg 8.6

"The visuals are fantastic and the sound is some of the best in any game to date. Though there's no question that Call of Duty 3 is every bit as good as its predecessor, none of the changes or additions to the single-player campaign significantly alter the way the game plays." - Gamespot Review

23. Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars - Xbox 360

Genre: Real-Time Strategy, Rated T (May 2007)
Developed by EA L.A.; Published by Electronic Arts

Gamespot 8.7 | Critics Avg 8.1 | Players Avg 8.6

"Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars proves that strategy has a big role to play on consoles. Not only is it a great game, but it's a great example of a console RTS done right. If you've never played a Command & Conquer game before, there's no better time than the present." - Gamespot Review

24. NHL 08 - Xbox 360

Genre: Sports, Rated E (September 2007)
Developed by Electronic Arts; Published by Electronic Arts

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics Avg 8.5 | Players Avg 8.6

"The AI has been thoroughly reworked, so it now looks and feels much, much more like the real-life sport. Throw in some balance improvements to the skill stick, a gaggle of new online modes, and an improved dynasty mode, and you've got an all-around great hockey game." - Gamespot Review

25. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 - Xbox 360

Genre: Tactical Shooter, Rated M (March 2008)
Developed by Ubisoft Montreal; Published by Ubisoft
Part of Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six series.

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics Avg 8.2 | Players Avg 8.6

"If the original Rainbow Six Vegas felt like the first night of a trip to Sin City, its recently released sequel feels like the second; a little worn, but still a lot of fun. A third night of this might be too much to handle, but if you like to place bets with bullets at all, you'll definitely want to put some money down on Rainbow Six Vegas 2." - Gamespot Review

26. F.E.A.R. First Encounter Assault Recon (aka FEAR) - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated M (October 2006)
Developed by Monolith, Published by Sierra
Part of F.E.A.R. series.

Gamespot 8.7 | Critics Avg 8.4 | Players Avg 8.5

"F.E.A.R. is a shooter that captures the sensation of being in wild and desperate firefights, and it's an incredible experience from start to finish. More notably, however, it's one of the most atmospheric and creepy games ever made." - Gamespot Review

27. Perfect Dark Zero - Xbox 360

Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rated M (November 2005)
Developed by Rare, Published by Microsoft
Part of Perfect Dark series.

Gamespot 9.0 | Critics Avg 8.1 | Players Avg 8.4

"From its ravishing good looks and totally first-rate audio, to the believable feel of its outstanding weapons, to its wealth of single- and multiplayer options, Perfect Dark Zero delivers just about everything you could hope for from a first-person shooter." - Gamespot Review

28. Kameo: Elements of Power - Xbox 360

Genre: Action Adventure, Rated T (November 2005)
Developed by Rare, Published by Microsoft

Gamespot 8.7 | Critics Avg 8.1 | Players Avg 8.5

"Kameo will provide a great experience for just about any kind of game player. It's packed with clever and entertaining action, not to mention some of the most highly impressive, razor-sharp graphics you've ever seen, along with terrific music and sound." - Gamespot Review

29. Virtua Fighter 5 Online - Xbox 360

Genre: Fighting, Rated T (October 2007)
Developed by Sega, Published by Sega

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics Avg 9.0 | Players Avg 8.3

"Virtua Fighter 5 is a great fighting game and the addition of a good multiplayer mode only makes it better. But keep in mind that the game is geared toward players who have experience with the series and isn't always friendly to new players." - Gamespot Review

30. Condemned 2: Bloodshot - Xbox 360

Genre: Horror, Rated M (March 2008)
Developed by Monolith, Published by Sega

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics Avg 8.1 | Players Avg 8.5

"Like a good slasher flick, the game makes no bones about its controversial content; it lets you decide how you want to execute each maniacal foe and then showcases the mutilation in macabre detail. It's impressive how well Bloodshot manages to one-up the original Condemned's violence at every turn." - Gamespot Review

31. Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation - Xbox 360

Genre: Flight, Rated T (October 2007)
Developed by Namco Bandai, Published by Namco Bandai

Gamespot 8.5 | Critics Avg 8.1 | Players Avg 8.5

"Ace Combat 6 provides the most immersive experience yet in an arcade flight combat game, thanks to smooth, gorgeous visuals and polished gameplay. And you'll want to play again and again." - Gamespot Review