Looking to get someone something different this holiday season? How about a little research to back up a video game purchase for the gamer in your life? Trust me, a little reading goes a long way to avoiding the "yay... thanks for Animal Crossing," feigned excitement ;)

"Think of it this way: Choosing the right piece of software won't be easy. However, the upside is that across the board, quality is improving, and no matter one's interests, there's a perfect match just waiting to be discovered."