Fun video/computer games for a 9 year old boy?

Q. My son asked for some games for Christmas, but when I asked him which ones he wanted he just shrugged and said "new ones." (By new, he means ones he doesn't have yet, not games that haven't come out).
We have a wii and an xbox, and he has his own PSP and access to a family computer. Anything that doesn't seem super girly, babyish or is rated M is a viable option. If you know a good M game that is on the milder side of M, feel free to suggest it
And please don't lecture me about "the dangers of video games," my son is a good boy who loves sports and spends a lot of time outside. He's not a psychopath or a couch potato.
Thanks!

A. Computer Games-
Nickelodeon Toon Twister-PC
Nicktoons Racing-PC
Amazon Trail-PC
Oregan Trail-PC
I Spy School Days-PC
Scooby-Doo and The
Glowing Bug Man-PC
Batman: Justice
Unbalanced-PC
Batman: Toxic Chill-PC
http://www.thegiftsuite.com/forkids.html

Wii Games-
Indiana Jones-Wii
Animal Crossing-Wii
Toy Story Mania-Wii
Mario Kart-Wii
Super Mario Bros.-Wii
Word Long Party-Wii
Boom Blox-Wii
Mario Super Sluggers-Wii
Warioland-Wii
Playground For Nintendo-Wii
Speed Racer-Wii
http://www.bestwiigamesforkids.com/
http://wize.com/wii-games/t1000-kids

X-Box Games-
The Lost-X-Box
LEGO Star Wars-X-Box
Psychonauts-X-Box
Deathrow-X-Box
Super Monkey Ball-X-Box
Grand Theft Auto-X-Box
Bioshock-X-Box
SSX Tricky-X-Box
Ninja Gaiden-X-Box
Halo: Combat Evolved-X-Box
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon:
Island Thunder-X-Box
Halo 2-X-Box
Mercanaries-X-Box
Max Payne-X-Box
http://wize.com/xbox-games/t838-kids

PSP Games-
Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror-PSP
Dragonball Z: Shin Badoka-PSP
Metal Of Honor Heroes-PSP
Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City
Stories-PSP
Midnight Club 3-PSP
Tekkan: Dark Resurrection-PSP
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City-PSP
Monster Hunter: Freedom-PSP
Hot Shots Gulf: Open Tee-PSP
Pinball Hall Of Fame-PSP
Patapon-PSP
Grand Theft Auto: Vice
City Stories-PSP
Fight Night: Round 3-PSP
NFL Street-PSP
http://wize.com/psp-games/t862-kids
http://wize.com/psp-games/t862-kids/page-2

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Should i get video games even though my sister told me to get computer games?

Q. I ve always wanted video games wen my sisters were around but never need it. now my sisters went to college and im alone with my parents and granparnets. i really want vidoe games but my sisters tell me my parents are to cheeap to buy me new games everytime i want them? wat should i do

A. Computer games are video games...

BTW, I would suggest getting a system, rather then getting PC games... PC gaming is an even more expensive hobby then console gaming, as you need a good system to run the games to begin with and every couple of years you NEED (not have) to upgrade your system...

Where as the longevity in a modern console is about 5-6 years before a new system is released.... An upgrade to a PC can top 500 easily, if you want better then decent-really good hardware... Where as a console costs about 300..

Gaming computer components also aren't designed for long lasting life... They're designed for power, and the more power an electronic uses/generates, the more heat it generates, and heat is the enemy to electronics, it reduces overall life... That is why people invest in beefy cooling systems for their high end gaming rigs.

If your parents are trying to convince you to stick to PC games for the cheapness aspect, make sure you tell them the above, the overall cheaper route is consoles, PC gaming is better left to serious gamers with money to burn.

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Do you believe video/computer games are big factor in the uprising of childhood obesity rates?

Q. I'm just curious what you think on this question.
In my personal opinion, yes, I believe that video/computer games play a very important role in childhood obesity. Children no longer go outside and play, but sit in the house and play video games all day. These games are extremely addictive and they are responsible for an increased sedentary lifestyle among children.
Thoughts and opinions?

A. video games are not responsible, kids choose to do this. i remember all i did was go outside and play when i was little. but as soon as i had that ps1 in my room, i stopped. its all about choice. i don't think video games should be blamed. you also have to think about all the fast food restaurants that are on every block of america- its crazy. we're just moving a different cultrue i guess

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What are your favorite things to do on a rainy day?

Q. I have a hard time finding things to do on rainy days..There are board games, cards, computer games/video games, books... but what else can you do with a loved one on a rainy day when others are around in the house?

A. OMG! I cannot believe no one has said to go fishing! This is the best time to catch that big elusive large mouth bass! Or, take it back to your childhood and get some paper and make some paper boats and set them to sailing down the side of the street in that fast flowing water running along the side of the curb! It's fun trust me!

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What are some ways math is used in video games or computer games?

Q. How does math help video/computer game designers do their job? Are they any math concepts that can be applied to help someone play better?

A. geometry for charactor modeling, various formulas for game physics.

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What is your favorite video or computer game?

Q. I am doing this just to see what other peoples favorite game is. Put only two down please. One video game and one computer game. If your favorite video game is my favorite video game is my favorite video game, then I will elect you best anser! If you pick my favorite computer game, then I will give you a thumbs up.

A. Fallout 3 for console and Battlefront 2 for PC

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What do more girls play, Computer or Video games?

Q. Sorry if this question is confusing, I will see if I can explain it better. I heard that more girls like to play computer games then video games, so I have been trying to find out to see if this is true. So far I have got nothing.

Thanks in advance for the people who choose to help.

A. Most girls = computer games
Me = both, if i find a vid g. i like i play it alot if i find comp. g. i play that alot!

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How do you record sounds from your computer internally?

Q. I wanted to know if there was an application that can record sounds within my computer from games, videos, Voice IMing etc.
Thanks!
teen360

P.S I have a HP computer with Windows 7.

A. Unless you have specific drivers on your sound card to enable it, Windows 7 disables the ability to do this.

I struggled with this for a week before I figured out what was going on. You can read more about the issue here:

http://mapsedge.wordpress.com/2010/11/14/windows-7-what-a-disappointment/

If by some miracle you HAVE the drivers and correct sound card, then you need software like Audacity (available here: http://audacity.sourceforge.net/) and change the input setting to "Stereo Mix" or "What U Hear" (depending on the sound card.)

Good luck!

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