Dead Space (PS3)

  Survival horror games of all kinds generally have one or two ever prevalent genre related issues.  The game is either mind boggling fucked up and horrifying, but the combat sucks, or the game has a great combat system at the expense of not being all that scary.

  Dead Space suffers from neither issue. The combat is very good and provides the player with a nice selection of upgradable weapons and armor.  While the enemies look a little ridiculous, the feelings of overall dread and terror prevail throughout the entire game.  The graphics and the lighting are superb, and the sounds in this game are absolutely astonishing.  All in all this game is a must have for any serious gamer.