Doesn't take the "FIFA 07" blueprint forward one bit; only for the footy obsessed. [Apr 2007, p.80]

The complicated control strategies are an acquired taste. [Christmas 2007, p.84]

If anything, Lego The Hobbit will improve your opinion of the films. [June 2014, p.71]

A throwback to the genre's glory days, obtuse puzzle concoctions, awkward controls and all. [March 2013, p.78]

Hardly groundbreaking and extremely limited, but worth a look at for ease of play and price. [June 2007, p.82]

Presentation-wise this isn't as slick as Picross - sometimes the numbers go off the screen for instance - but it's easily every bit as addictive. [Feb 2009, p.86]

An innovative, forward thinking new shooter - and how often can you say that? [July 2011, p.84]

Hypnotically old stuff. [Dec 2012, p.85]

A game full of ideas, but devoid of life. You're much better off sticking with the anime show. [Nov 2016, p.67]

Incredibly tense horror with a smart story and great use of sound. [Dec 2013, p.72]

Gears of War-style third-person action is an ambitious thing to pull off on an iPhone. But Shadowgun does it by compromising on complex controls rather than lovely visuals. [Christmas 2011, p.93]

Tense and inventive, Black the Fall is great until the late-game difficulty erodes its atmosphere. [Sept 2017, p.75]

If you're invested in the classic AC style, this will do the trick. You'll love being a part of Ubisoft's Paris. [Jan 2015, p.68]

Despite the good bits, its complexity makes it unsuited to quick play bouts on a phone. [Nov 2011, p.94]

Gateways delivers a tantalising formula of originality. [Nov 2012, p.90]

Not quite an epic but still a grand adventure with character, impact, and kickable heads. [Christmas 2006, p.76]

Other than updating the teams and riders, MotoGP 10/11 seems to have stalled on the line. [May 2011, p.96]

Those with a masochistic streak will find plenty to like here. [Nov 2011, p.95]

We're left cautiously optimistic for Telltale's first foray into the Marvel universe, but the story needs to shift up a gear if this series is to escape the shadow of its big-screen brother. [June 2017, p.83]

Exploring dungeons, gathering loot and puzzling your way through the provided arenas is banter baiting fun, however. [Nov 2013, p.75]

The game justifies the hype. [Dec 2009, p.82]

There's not a lot here, but it's still worth gearing up your Guardians for. [Dec 2016, p.68]

A much-needed change of tack which brings something new-ish to the floundering series. [Issue#231, p.92]

We like the innovation. [Dec 2009, p.86]

A cocktail of stealth and action, perfectly mixed to create a clever, gripping, and tense experience. [Nov 2017, p.77]

Our main quibble is that there's not much variety here: a whole lot of sieging in a whole lot of dungeons. If you've fought tooth-and-nail through one dungeon, you've fought tooth-and-nail through them all.

It wasn't as good as the original when we got it on Xbox; on PC it's just too little, too late. [Aug 2007, p.81]

Fighting insects is an interesting if niche concept. But Deadly Creatures doesn't pull it off. [Apr 2009, p.75]

More than just a top game - this is an event, and a blinding return to form for flailing FIFA. [June 2006, p.54]

Takes several steps forward and a few shuffles back. [Christmas 2009, p.64]

It needs more features to remain relevant, but if its player base can remain consistent until then, it might yet live up to its excellent potential. [May 2017, p.83]

Bizarre, beautiful. [Christmas 2009, p.80]

With more fear than most games in its menu sequence alone, this is a masterclass in frights. [Dec 2016, p.81]

Entertaining, if lacking in ambition. We wish more Wii games controlled this well. [Christmas 2009, p.68]

Not as good as "Size Matters." [Sept 2008, p.82]

No just a rehash, but a brilliant game in itself. Sonic reigns once more. [Issue#232, p.88]

A surprisingly entertaining adventure with great controls. [Mar 2007, p.84]

Ryu's return is hampered by techy quibbles but it's the same keen-edged affair. [May 2012, p.100]

A slickly enjoyable experience. [Nov 2013, p.71]

Soils classic design with modern bombast leaving us more shaken than stirred. [Jan 2012, p.88]

The pacing is poor and it's a technical wreck. [Feb 2010, p.82]

Great for younger Potter fans, fully-grown Muggles may want to rent for JK's new stories. [Christmas 2012, p.88]

This'll feel right at home when it reaches PS4 later this year. [Aug 2014, p.79]

On the whole, Imprint-X struggles to entice for long periods of time and can feel just a bit uninspiring, despite having well-polished gameplay. [March 2017, p.83]

Betters the original, but still rooted in the Second Division compred to "FIFA" and "PES." [Aug 2006, p.61]

A charming, quirky and well-presented 3D platform game that's fun but not memorable. [Mar 2009, p.65]

Less accessible and trickier to control, but it offers similar satisfaction to the console Skates. [Feb 2009, p.82]

Too many flaws here. And so the wait for the ultimate next-gen co-op shooter continues. [Apr 2008, p.74]

The two minute level length is ideal for play on the go. [Oct 2013, p.73]

You might just find yourself making a return trip before long. [Aug 2018, p.85]

Different rather than strictly better or worse, MvC's combat still holds up, even if its personality doesn't. [Nov 2017, p.68]

Beautifully made but empty. Compulsive but exploitative, F2P time-and money-sink first, Fire Emblem last. [March 2017, p.66]

The DS isn't the best home for Guitar Hero and, while it's good, Decades can't alter that. [Feb 2009, p.78]

Short-lived but perfectly formed, this is a welcome invite back to an engrossing world. [Aug 2012, p.77]

Tough foes make this the go-to expansion for high-level fighters. [March 2013, p.81]

A really satisfying set of powers makes up for middling creativity. And cheer up a bit, eh? [May 2008, p.70]

The Wii-mote was built for this, but it's hard to recommend with "Pangya" available for free. [Sept 2008, p.77]

The Majin himself is hard work at times. [Jan 2011, p.92]

Beyond the core concept, it feels buggy and unpolished. [Aug 2009, p.74]

It should have been this good the first time. [Feb 2011, p.91]

Doesn't add much. Rather it subtracts. [July 2011, p.91]

A decent quality package, but the controls need a rethink. [May 2007, p.65]

Virtual pet sims aren't for everyone, but Nintendogs is by far the best in show. [May 2011, p.64]

It's like your best freind's turned into a real jerk, but deep down, you're still great pals. [Mar 2008, p.75]

The definitive version of Dead Rising 2, and at a bargain price, too. [Dec 2011, p.93]

While it feels a little rough around the edges, there's plenty of addictive charm as you hurtle through psychedelic space landscapes with little more than a drill, banding tunes and some pop culture references for comfort. [March 2013, p.85]

A good budget alternative to "proper" art software. [May 2011, p.84]

An atmospheric FPS that's worth a look if you're after something different on your DS. [Apr 2009, p.77]

Another brilliant PSP release. [Feb 2010, p.76]

With the remote in hand Armageddon plays best on Wii, but we'd like a fresh installment. [Aug 2007, p.68]

Drugs, blood, fast cars, exotic locales, swearing and Balls galore. We love it! [Sept 2007, p.83]

Enjoyable, but its newcomer emphasis stops it being essential. [June 2008, p.74]

Virtual pet sims aren't for everyone, but Nintendogs is by far the best in show. [May 2011, p.64]

A remarkable visual experience paired with an average game that is sometimes less than fun to play. [Nov 2016, p.74]

Gorgeous, but disjointed. Despite the bumps, Steep's winter thrills are well worth riding out. [Jan 2016, p.66]

A brilliant reminder of Ninty's design genius, hampered by iffy game selection. [March 2014, p.83]

Addictive mobile gaming done right. [Summer 2015, p.68]

If you've got perfect eyesight and a lover's touch on the action buttons there's plenty to get stuck into, particularly the accomplished multi-player mode. If not, then we suggest you stick to PS2. [Christmas 2006, p.101]

It's a bold and brash arcadey football game that's elevated from being completely forgettable by the quality full-licensed finish. [June 2007, p.85]

"Quotation Forthcoming"

It looks shoddy and the gameplay gets samey quickly, but this is worth a look. [July 2013, p.82]

It's incredibly dumb, yes, but it works. [Jan 2014, p.82]

If you fancy a challenge and the price suits, you won't regret your purchase. Just don't expect your mind to be blown. [March 2017, p.83]

Giving the player choice and narrative input is admirable, but it just doesn't come together. [Nov 2014, p.72]

A baffling barrier to entry. [May 2013, p.79]

Somehow, the package works. [Nov 2013, p.75]

Flawed by facinatingly so, Doom VFR is a daring virtual remix that almost comes off. [Feb 2018, p.73]

This addictive RPG has a remarkable soundtrack but is a little rough around the edges. [Nov 2018, p.69]

An interesting attempt to appease both FPS and TBS fans which fails on both counts. [Dec 2013, p.74]

Virtual pet sims aren't for everyone, but Nintendogs is by far the best in show. [May 2011, p.64]

A fun strategy experience, limited by some rough edges and far too much repetition [March 2018, p.76]

Soap opera fans should get involved, but this is frustratingly narrow for everyone else. [Aug 2014, p.77]

Three classics everyone should play - it's just a shame more wasn't done to modernise them. [Apr 2013, p.78]

Rough round the edges and not overly varied, but it's still a great homage to the zombie genre. [Nov 2011, p.76]

Fiendish and dependent on your own crafting legwork, this is time you'll never regret doing. [Apr 2015, p.76]

Flimsy but fun, with more content this could have been a real winner. [Apr 2008, p.84]

This space shooter isn't outstanding but offers a quick arcade fix. [Sept 2008, p.84]

This doesn't offer a great deal of depth but it's a fun and accessible nostalgia-fest. [Apr 2009, p.54]