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Most Innovative Game

"Innovative" is probably gaming's biggest buzzword. Since the industry continues to grow and mature each year, games are continually expected to up the ante with completely original, unprecedented designs. In reality, it's harder than ever for a game to be innovative--why risk innovation when there are clear indications that specific types of games sell better than others do? Still, against all odds, each year we are treated to a number of games that are boldly original and, as a result, outstanding. The finalists for Most Innovative Game of 2003 are:

Boktai: The Sun Is in Your Hand (GBA)

Publisher: Konami
Developer: KCEJ
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You literally need to use the power of the sun to vanquish vampires in this unique action adventure game from the designer of Metal Gear Solid. Yet, the game's unique solar panel isn't just a gimmick--it legitimately enhances an already great game.

Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix (XBOX)

Publisher: Konami
Developer: Konami Computer Entertainment Hawaii
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The competitive appeal of this long-running series surges like never before, thanks to the excellent, inventive online component of this version of DDR. It's also the first Xbox game to feature premium, downloadable content.

EyeToy: Play (PS2)

Publisher: SCEA
Developer: SCEE
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You don't need to know anything about games to immediately see the appeal of this unique game and its proprietary peripheral that tracks your motions.

Karaoke Revolution (PS2)

Publisher: Konami
Developer: Harmonix Music Systems
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You can button-mash like a pro, but how's your singing voice? Karaoke Revolution is a great party game, and it also boasts some unique technology that makes voice recognition a legitimate gameplay element.

WarioWare Inc.: Mega MicroGame$ (GBA)

Publisher: Nintendo
Developer: Nintendo
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Sort of a meta-puzzle game, WarioWare throws rapid-fire snippets of games at you in a manner that's completely off the wall, as well as unprecedented.

And the Winner is...