And let us tell ya; with CC on your side, geek has never looked so chic.]

So your sig other is totally geeked about Punch Out coming to the Wii because it was like his favorite game ever when he was five. And while he’s standing there showing you screen shots you’re thinking “WTF?”

If the only game character you can readily recognize is Mario ( I will also take Sonic as an acceptable substitute), or if the one and only time you played a video game you quit because you “just didn’t get it,” then I have a list for you.

So what if you’re trapped in the eighties of video games , I’ve got five games for you to play that will catapult you into the 21st century.

1) Super Smash Bros Brawl (Wii)

You’re a little intimidated by all the new buttons and the lack of wires on the controllers. Freaking out already? It’s ok, calm down. Who’s that? Oh, why it’s your old friend Mario! And who’s with him? Sonic! It’s like 1992 all over again and you’re in charge of this video game war.

The Wii’s installment into the Smash Bros family is an accessible game even to those that don’t play games. The premise is simple and addictive: just knock all others off the screen by any means necessary. Whether it be with your own special innate talents or the random poke ball. A fun and easy way to waste some time.

2) Bioshock (X-Box 360)

This was one of the most anticipated games for the 360. It’s a first person shooter with an engaging storyline that will keep you coming back for more. If that’s not enough, the game itself is a beauty to look at with great graphics. The weapon system is varied and innovative.

And the best part for you noobies: there’s no multiplayer function. This is usually seen as a downside, but in your case it means that you don’t have to worry about getting fragged by your boyfriend.

3) Grand Theft Auto IV (PS3, Xbox 360)

I like to do bad things sometimes. GTA lets me do them without the fear of legal repercussions. Which is good because jail scares me. Steal cars, beat people up, run drugs – whatever you want. Rise up the ranks until you’re biggest, baddest MF out there.

In this game you don’t have to worry about wasting time or messing up too much. There are a million missions and things to complete, or you can just drive around and cause havoc until you get the swing of things. No pressure.

The game play is pretty much comparable to the others in the series. It’s easy to learn but may take some getting used to for those who don’t normally play games. Of course I’m still waiting for the GTA game that features a female main character. . .

4) Little Big Planet (PS3)

When you’re tired of smacking ho’s around and stealing fast cars then you can take a vacation in the playground that is Little Big Planet. It’s no Katimari or Pikmen but as far as cute ‘n quirky goes, it’s a win.

In this game you control little people and help them build their world, or just explore the one already around you.

The game starts off small limiting your options to only three types of game play, but as you go along you will unlock new things and will become able to use the multiplayer sharing features.

The game is very user-friendly and there is a tutorial level to help you get aquatinted with the game play and the world that you’ll be inhabiting. A fun and possibly addictive little game.

5) Eternal Sonata (Xbox 360, PS3)

RPGs are addictive because it’s like living a story through your controller and TV. Maybe interactive movie is a better way to describe it. Eternal Sonata is no different. This is a visually stunning RPG with engaging characters. And bonus if you enjoy music because it plays a huge role in this game.

The fighting system is a combination of action and turn based fighting. Meaning you wait for your turn to attack. It’s very flashy and keeps what can become an otherwise monotonous aspect of the game fun and exciting.

The story is simple to follow but well worth it. It’s a beautiful way to break into RPGing for someone who has never played or just hasn’t in a long time.

*Extra Bonus!* You should also try a fighting game like Soul Caliber IV. Fighting games are fun even when you’re not feeling aggressive (and especially fun when you are). I suggest you practice while your boy isn’t around and get really good. Next time he ticks you off, play against him in front of his friends. He’ll never live down the shame.

Don’t ever let anybody say girls aren’t good at video games. We’re good at everything.

Gone are the days of MarioKart, Zelda and NBA Live ’95. Instead, today’s hottest video game title features people peeing on cats. The newest Wii title in Japan is called Super Pii Pii Brothers. Just insert your Wiimote into the underwear-like harness (included of course) and start pissing the night away.

Your goal: aim for the three toilets on the screen. Kittens and other creatures pop out of the commodes and you earn extra points for dousing them with your stream of urine. You can pee in different locales and environments, but get too much on the floor and you lose…so does the custodian.

I’ve always wanted to know what it’s like to pee standing up, but never enough to want to simulate the experience in a virtual setting with my closest friends and/or family. Call me old school, but whatever happened to Cranium? Too clean?

Super Pii Pii Brothers may seem too ridiculous to be true, but check out the game in action. If you want to play yourself, the game is available in through ThinkGeek.

I like (okay, love) video games. I admit it! I think it goes back to childhood when I was forced into playing (but, mostly watching) them with my brothers. But let me tell you, after a good 15 years of playing everything from Super Mario to the underrated (and hilariously ridiculous) Burgertime, I know a thing or two about gaming.

And yes, while there are certainly hundreds of games that feed into the typical male shoot-‘em-up mentality, trust me, there are games for the girls that will blow your mind.

Like what, you ask?

Wii Fit! I know, we’ve mentioned it before, but it’s totally worth another discussion. It’s not scheduled to be released until 2008, but Steve and I got to play a demo of it yesterday and my inner-geek was overjoyed!

Fit is undeniably Nintendo’s most exciting upcoming game, however, I use the word “game” loosely. It’s more of a series of exercises and ‘mini-games’ that improve your balance, coordination, and core. Let it be known, this is not the kind of game you throw on during a lazy Sunday afternoon. You have to be up and active…and it’s perfect!

During the demo, we were told that Wii Fit was to be looked at as a way to get up off the couch and engage in physical activity while still keeping a kind of gaming mentality. When it’s released, Wii Fit will be able to asses your progress over time, your individual skill level, and even your BMI. Very cool stuff for a video game.

First, Steve tried yoga. Yoga is hard enough, but on a platform, in your socks, with a room full of strangers watching, it looked…well, fun!

I got to hula hoop which, I must say, is one of my talents in the real word. On the Wii? I was awful. In fact, I felt like an idiot swiveling my hips around while simultaneiously reaching for “hula hoops” that were being “thrown” towards me to “catch”.

But all told, it didn’t even matter, and that’s what is really the greatest thing about Wii Fit…and the Wii in general. It’s a social thing. It’s about gathering your friends and all feeling like idiots together!

Gone are the days of humoring your boyfriend while you watch him play Metroid for three hours. Get yourself a Wii and play together! I’m pretty sure he’ll be down for it. In fact, upcoming titles like Mario Galaxy have a “co-op” option that allows two people to play as one (Steve and I are a good team) which was as novel as it was difficult.

I don’t know about you guys, but I’m excited to show some of my technologically-challenged friends what the Wii has to offer.

After over a decade of gaming…I just might be cool.

Finally.