I figure since I’m blogging I should begin an annual ‘best of’ series.

I’ll start with my favorite pastime, gaming. 2010 has been a massive year, seeing the release of amazing, cinematic titles and innovative new platforms such as Kinect and the Playstation Move. We saw the announcement of an amazing slew of titles for next year. Here are my top favorites, by category.

Best Action Game of 2010: God of War III

None can stand against the wrath of Sparta! God of War III was a flawless tale of vengeance backed up with some of the best graphics the PS3 has to offer.

Best Action/Adventure Game of 2010: Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood

Polishing the already-great Assassin’s Creed 2, Brotherhood is a stunning romp in 16th-century Rome with flawless graphics and an engrossing story combined with some of the best free-form gameplay in years.

Best Psychological Action Game of 2010: Alan Wake

Can’t say enough about this one. Gripping plot, stunning graphics and lighting effects and a thick, engrossing atmosphere you could cut with a knife. Eager for more.

Best RPG of 2010: Mass Effect 2

Shepard. Reapers. Heavy Weapons. Geth. Martin Sheen. Need I say more?

Best Western of 2010 (Not the hotel): Red Dead Redemption

This category is unlikely to be annual, but it should be. Red Dead Redemption brought a living piece of the Wild West into modern times and it simply must be experienced.

Best Gaming Innovation of 2010: Kinect

Minority Report is real. That is all.

Biggest Disappointment of 2010: Metroid: Other M

Fable III was always going to be kinda lame. Other M had a Ninja Gaiden pedigree and looked stunning, then fell apart. They’re still picking up Power Suit chunks. Please come back, Retro.

So that’s it, my best and worst games of 2010. Hope you enjoyed it. Next up: Movies.