Damn, that weekend flew by in a split second.

Our shindig on Saturday was a success, even though I wasn't too thrilled about our cooking outcome. Cooking for a large group is always tricky, as we don't really have the equipment to make big batches. It's always trick to keep multiple small portions warm, but our friends were satisfied, and in the end, that's what mattered.

No movies this weekend, but managed to catch up on Sons of Anarchy (damn Jax, grow that hair back! You almost look like Justin Bieber) and a few episodes of Burn Notice. This week, many TV shows are returning this week, so it won't be too long before we have to contend with a 90%-filled DVR again ...

Dead Island is a first-person shooter that combines elements of the survival-horror genre and adventure games. The game tells the story of a couple being tossed ashore onto the sandy beaches of a desolate, zombie-infested island.

Featuring an 83-song set list and access to far more music than ever before, as well as innovative new gameplay modes and instruments, Rock Band 3 will change the way fans think about and play music games.

The unfolding drama of Final Fantasy XIII continues in Final Fantasy XIII-2. Explore a richly developed world featuring both new and familiar faces, and an exciting and highly developed strategic battle system. In this ongoing saga, the future is about to change...

Built upon over 10 years of experience, Take On Helicopters immerses players within beautifully rich landscapes and an authentic helicopter experience.

WWE '12 is the electrifying rebirth of the renowned WWE franchise, featuring a bigger game, badder presentation and better simulation-based gameplay, including critical core gameplay improvements, the most creative and extensive feature set to date and a visceral, edgy and polished presentation.

Sony Computer Entertainment America unveiled its holiday 2011 lineup for PlayStation Move, offering something for every type of PlayStation gamer, such as Everybody Dance, Carnival Island, EyePet & Friends, and Medieval Moves: Deadmund's Quest.

In Battlefield 3, players step into the role of the elite U.S. Marines. As the first boots on the ground, players will experience heart-pounding missions across diverse locations including Paris, Tehran and New York.

Gears of War 3 plunges players into a harrowing tale of hope, survival, and brotherhood that concludes the current story arc for Gears of War. With the last human city destroyed and the remaining survivors stranded, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race from the jaws of extinction.

Dead Island is a FPP shooter that combines elements of the survival horror genre and adventure games. The game tells the story of a couple being tossed ashore onto the sandy beaches of a desolate, zombie infested, island.

Returning for another knock-out round, Dead or Alive 5 will marry its signature fighting style with MMA fighting techniques with a fun twist to players new and old.

Gears of War 3 plunges players into a harrowing tale of hope, survival, and brotherhood that concludes the current story arc for Gears of War. With the last human city destroyed and the remaining survivors stranded, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race from the jaws of extinction.

Civilization V reinvigorates the classic turn-based strategy genre with a new engine built from the ground-up. Players are introduced to a new combat system, deeper diplomatic interactions and a cavalcade of expanded features that deliver a fully immersive experience.

Red Dead Redemption is a Western epic, set at the turn of the 20th century when the lawless and chaotic badlands began to give way to the expanding reach of government and the spread of the Industrial Age.

Gears of War 3 plunges players into a harrowing tale of hope, survival, and brotherhood that concludes the current story arc for Gears of War. With the last human city destroyed and the remaining survivors stranded, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race from the jaws of extinction.

Dead Island is a first-person shooter that combines elements of the survival-horror genre and adventure games. The game tells the story of a couple being tossed ashore onto the sandy beaches of a desolate, zombie-infested island.

Super Mario 3D Land is the first-ever true 3D Mario platforming adventure, where players can scout levels and find secrets before they play using the built-in gyro sensor feature of the Nintendo 3DS system. The game will feature propeller blocks and will have StreetPass functionality.

While not providing any specific details, Capcom revealed at  Nintendo's Tokyo Game Show press briefing that it is currently developing the next installment in the series for 3DS.

Football Manager 2012 will once again allow you to take charge of your favourite football team and put your managerial skills to the test.

We're about to wrap up our New York trip. Currently packing to catch our flight bright & early in the morning.

Yesterday we watched the U.S. Open women's finale and witnessed Serena Williams lose not only the match but her temper. She took out her subpar tennis out on the umpire by arguing a call, which ended up getting her a penalty and costing her the first set. While Samantha Stosur played good, solid tennis, Serena lost it on her own. My advice to Ms. Williams: less attitude, more tennis.

Now if only Kim Clijsters had been there!

The tried-and-true battle system returns with a completely revamped graphic engine! The all-new story, characters and exclusive features include user-generated content and will blow away Disgaea series fans.

DanceDanceRevolution II is the definitive Music & Motion game that combines fun, fitness, competition, dance and music for everyone, offering up a unique and high-energy dancing experience.

Strategic Command World War One 1914-1918 The Great War is a brand new historically accurate simulation of The Great War that helped shape Europe and the entire world as we know today at the beginning of the 20th Century.

Dead Island is a FPP shooter that combines elements of the survival horror genre and adventure games. The game tells the story of a couple being tossed ashore onto the sandy beaches of a desolate, zombie infested, island.

Papo & Yo introduces players to a boy named Quico and his new best friend, Monster, a cuddly creature with an unfortunate addiction to poisonous frogs. Players will lead Quico though a vibrant, 3D adventure, solving puzzles with Monster’s help… but they’ll have to avoid being torn limb from limb by his amphibian-fueled rage in the process.