If you live in the United States, a "Happy Thanksgiving" is in order.

If your thanks for your yearly bounty includes video games, you'll want to check out Ripten's illustrated guide to celebrating Thanksgiving video game style. Why settle for boring old roast turkey when you can stuff and sear Sonic the Hedgehog's head?

The Professor Layton titles blend compelling stories, charming graphics, and temple-thumping brainteasers to ensnare devoted fans. While professor Hershel Layton has friends in America and Europe thanks to Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box, Japan has been flying full speed ahead with Layton titles.

Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask, the fifth title in the series, is a sequel to Professor Layton and the Devil's Flute, which released in Japan this week. Both Devil's Flute and Miracle Mask are prequels to Professor Layton and the Curious Village, and tell the story of Luke Triton's early apprenticeship to Professor Layton.

Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask will hit Japan in fall of 2010. According to the popular Japanese game publication "Famitsu," Miracle Mask will make some significant changes to the series' usual style of gameplay, but there's no word on what will be different.

There's also no word on when or if Miracle Mask will hit the U.S., but patience is key. Every puzzle has an answer.

Wanted: One (1) brave zoologist with nerves of steel to research and record the comings and goings of the world's most ancient and feared beasts. Must like reptiles. Fireproof skin an asset.

Details available at our Dragonology review for the Nintendo DS.

If you live in America, chances are you're putting on your shopping shoes for Black Friday, which hits on November 27 this year.

Will video games benefit from massive price cuts? Absolutely! GamerDeals.net took the time to tally up what GameStop has in store for the day after Thanksgiving.

Here's what you can expect in the way of Nintendo DS savings:

-Nintendo DS Original Pre-owned System - $49.99 (Reg. $59.99)

-Zelda: Phantom Hourglass - $19.99

-Pokemon Ranger: Shadows Of Almia - $12.99

-Buy 2, Get 1 Free on All Pre-owned Games & Accessories (Friday - Sunday)

Anything catch your fancy? Visit GamerDeals.net for the full list of video game savings.