Memory Cards and Superpowers 13-Holiday Shopping Guide

Okay, for those of you who read this column often, this column is for those who like comic books and video games. Now, the holidays are approaching, so what would you get for that gamer and/or comic book reader? I'm here to help with some shopping ideas. I'll start with the video game player in your life.

Since the video game player in your life probably has a console, portable device, or may just use their computer, I'm here to help.

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm- To some, this is the best game on the N-Gage, period. It features 8 player multiplayer and 3D graphics. This is a must have if you own an N-Gage. Rated T for Teen.

Nintendo DS- Actually, this a new handheld device from Nintnedo. It offers built-in PictoChat (Up to 16 users can draw pictures and send messages), two screens, built-in microphone, touch screen and WIFI ready. As an added bonus, the Nintendo DS comes with a demo for Metroid Prime: Hunters. It was also one of my top 5 picks at E3.

Super Mario 64 DS: The highly anticipated game for the DS, Super Mario 64 DS, is the remake of the original Super Mario 64, for the N64. However, this version features new minigames, more playable characters, and wireless multiplayer. Rated E for Everyone.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas: GTA formula + new cities + new vehicles and abilities= Must buy! Rated M for Mature

Ace Combat 5:The Unsung War: This the highly-anticipated sequel to 2001's Ace Combat 4:Shattered Skies. Be sure to pick this up for the holidays. Rated T for Teen.

A Dog's Life: This game may not be the best game out there, but it features a unique main character in a dog and features some interesting abilities. Rated T for Teen.

Katamari Damacy- This may be one of the weirdest games I've ever seen, but this game has a cult following and at $20, you must buy this game. Rated E for Everyone.

Half-Life 2:'Nuff said. (Note: A new graphics card will be a + since the game demands a lot, graphically) Rated M for Mature

Doom 3: A remake of the original Doom that had some gamers talking. (Note: get a new graphics card) Rated M for Mature.

Sims 2: The original game but with 3D graphics, new items and a new movie-making tool. (Note: Do I need to repeat myself?) Rated T for Teen.

Everquest 2: If you want to lose your loved ones for the next couple of months, buy this game. (Note: This game is an MMORPG and a monthly fee is charged. A new graphics card wouldn't hurt with this game). Rated T for Teen.

Fable: A pick for one of the Top 5 best things of E3, this game features the standard real-time RPG gameplay, but it features an interesting good/evil system in-game. Rated M for Mature.

Full Spectrum Warrior: All you need to know is that this game was originally designed for the army. That and this game has online play. Rated M for Mature.

Metroid Prime 2: Echoes: The sequel to one of the best games on the Gamecube now with mulitplayer. Rated T for Teen.

Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean: A card-based RPG game from the makers of the Xenosaga episode video game series. Rated T for Teen.

Tales of Symphonia: A real-time RPG that features character designs from the person behind Oh My Goddess! Rated T for Teen.

Mario Power Tennis: The sequel to Mario Tennis for the N64 that features new moves and courts. Rated E for Everyone.

Final Fantasy 1 and 2: Dawn of Souls: A collection of the first two games in the Final Fantasy series. Rated E for Everyone.

Donkey Kong Country 2: The port of the sequel of Donkey Kong Country 2 on the SNES. Rated E for Everyone.

Alien Hominid: This 2D shooter costs $20 and was originally on the internet. Oh yeah, about 6 million people downloaded the game. Rated T for Teen. For the PS2 and Gamecube.

X-Men Legends: A real-time RPG from the developers of Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy. Oh yeah, it stars the X-Men. Rated T for Teen. For the Xbox, PS2, and Gamecube.

Bone: Out From Boneville- One of the most complete all-ages comics, Bone is perfect for everyone. To find out more, read my take on the comic.

Scott Pilgirm: Precious Little Life- One of the most entertaining graphic novels I've read, this has one of the best moments that I've read in a comic book.

Sentinel vol. 1: Salvage- One of the best comic book series has the first story arc collected. What are you waiting for? Check it out!

Runaways vol. 1: Pride and Joy- Twists and turns, a sharp plot, and some great dialogue make this one of the best comics out there. Did I tell you about it before?

The Waiting Place vol. 1- Catch up on one of the greatest comic book series of all time. By the way, it might be hard to find, but with some sharp characters it is worth it.

Ultimates vol. 1: Super-Human- Great art, a sharp plot, and some great characters make this worth a purchase.