With the X-Box 360 released a couple of months ago, we're beginning to see the death of the current console generation. Some would argue that it hasn't been the greatest time for gaming, but we've seen some excellent titles released on every system nonetheless. Quality games are still being released of course, but as the next generation of hardware begins to take over we'll be seeing fewer and fewer games released for the current one, so now seems as good a time as any to ask: What was your favourite game of this generation?

My personal choice would have to be Metroid Prime. There can be no doubt that the 128-bit era was the era of the First-Person Shooter, and that in this particular genre the Gamecube was somewhat lacking in options, but whereas many of the shooters released on other consoles were generic and uninspired, Prime really stood out. Not only did Retro studios suceed in transforming the traditional Metroid experience, but they also managed to create an FPS like no other; an FPS where platforming sections were actually bearable, and offered a challenge beyond simply blasting hordes of enemies. You'd be a fool to own a Gamecube without a copy.

What's your opinion?