Donkey Kong Country Returns

In honor of the New Year, here's a look at the franchises that rose from their own ashes to become something completely different. If they could reinvent themselves, why can't you?

Because some things can't be faked

The one with the Cleveland steamer

Fanboy ammunition GET

Noteworthy games aren't exclusive to PS3 and 360

Our Thanksgiving 'un-special' is all about geek films, phone calls, and trying to remember words...