Everybody seems to want to own the latest game, thinking that the newest game are most likely to be much better than the previous versions. While this is true is many cases, there are exceptions. Mediocre games can become great games in the next version, if the game developer really listen hard to what the gamers want. If not, great games can, and do become just good games.

Computer games are becoming more advanced and highly sophisticated. From the 2D games that we all used to enjoy a decade ago, to the now highly interactive and realistic 3D environments, I'm sure most will agree that computer games have come a long way. There are many 3D games available in the market for various game consoles such as Sony PlayStation 3 (PS3) and PSP. With the technology of mobile game consoles widely available, it's now possible to play your favorite 3D games anywhere you want - e.g. while commuting to and from work or while traveling. So what kind of 3D games do we want to load in our consoles?

All gamers have long accepted the fact that the best 3D games often have a few common characteristics. They have a good storyline. They have realistic game play with a touch of being able to perform some impossible feats. Gamers understand that keeping the balance between fiction and reality is very important in 3D games. Too much fiction, and the game becomes totally unrealistic. Too much reality, and the game loses the ability to allow the gamer to become someone he or she has always wanted to be. And finally, all great 3D games should have detailed 3D renderings of the characters and the environment.

As technology evolves, 3D rendering is becoming less and less of a concern. That's because gamers have come to expect nothing but the best from game developers. Game developers know this, and they have done their part by consistently delivering super high quality 3D games to the marketplace. The challenge, thus, is not to differentiate a game based on the 3D renderings. Technology has taken over that aspect and it's becoming increasingly difficult to separate games based on 3D renderings alone.

Of all these characteristics, the only one that remains to be constantly challenged is the one on story line. Games are sometimes like movies. With a great story line, sometimes even mediocre actors or actresses can be boosted to stardom. And so it is this way with games as well.

For instance, in the 3D game Mercenaries 2: World in Flames for PlayStation 3, you play the role of a mercenary in Venezuela. In the setting, the country sees itself splitting into many different factions - a new government, a mysterious and seemingly evil oil company and a guerrilla army. Seeking revenge on the new dictator, you run missions for the different factions. In these missions, you are supported by a mechanic, a general coordinator, jet pilots, and will be able to use some really cool tools and weapons.

It is a little hard to review a game in pure texts alone, so my advice to you is to go check out some screen shots. These are widely available on game related websites such as gaming online stores, forums, and wallpaper sites.

Finally, the game Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (PS3), is a game with a really fun and simple storyline. By not having an overcomplicated storyline, while still maintaining a high quality 3D experience, the game developers have certainly managed to maintain a fine balance. With that said, Mercenaries 2: World in Flames (PS3) promised to provide weeks of pleasurable game play for the both the amateur and serious gamer.