What a weird year. Between the release of two brand new systems and having to live through one of the darkest hours in U.S. history, 2001 was an intense experience. It was a gamer's dream and an editor's nightmare, filled to the brink with tons of top-notch gaming goodness that stretched our critical edge to its sharp, pointy limit.

Game Revolution gives out awards as it sees fit. If there are no worthy recipients in a certain category, no awards will be given. Editor's Choice awards represent games that we felt deserved recognition despite not winning in a particular genre.

These games exemplify the upper echelon of video and computer gaming over the past year. Only games released between 1/01 and 1/02 are eligible. Awards are based on a complex formula involving breakdancing, Finland, 9-ball, several gallons of Nyquil and an intricate understanding of feng shui. Our hats off to the winners!