The Sims and The Sims 2 series (PC, PS2, Xbox, GC, Wii)

Will Wright broke the mold with this series. The Sims created the "Virtual Life" genre and they're here to stay. Whether you pick up an old version or decide to go for the latest, this game might become the most addictive game you've ever played, at least for a month or two! Create your own characters and take them into town for a nice virtual dinner; then go home, do some salsa dancing, and who knows! Before you know it, there will be sparks all around you.

If there was a videogame genre called "cute," this would be the number one game on the list. Meet all the cute characters in town, speak with them, go for a nice walk under the moonlight, pick up some flowers, go shopping, go fishing, and more! And remember, it's all real-time; when the clock hits twelve, it will also be midnight in the game. Of course, you can continue playing as long as you want. You can make it your secondary life…if you're into living virtually, that is.

Lara Croft received a serious facelift to celebrate her ten years of existence, and so did her first game. If you enjoy the Tomb Raider series, you'll have to love this one. It's, as always, full of action, platforming, and puzzle-solving that will keep you busy all night. Just trade the controller back and forth so you can both enjoy it!