How do you review a revolution? [Sept 2016, p.84]

A real treat for the senses and a test of your skills, let down just a little by glitches and pace. [Sept 2016, p.83]

Proof that, with the right tweaks to the formula, JRPGs can still hit the high notes. [Sept 2016, p.82]

Takes on too much water to cruise comfortably, but it's bailed out by a few brilliant moments. [Sept 2016, p.81]

A lacklustre offering in a long-running series of great games. A huge shame. [Sept 2016, p.80]

Showcases Lego at its most loveable best. [Sept 2016, p.78]

A tremendous - if slightly unwelcoming - conclusion to one of the smartest stories in videogames. [Sept 2016, p.77]

The most haunting and affecting game of the year. [Sept 2016, p.76]

Nothing here frustrates. [Sept 2016, p.75]

A compelling zombie concept thoroughly ruined by frighteningly horrid execution. [Sept 2016, p.74]

A muddled shooter where a lack of braaains and finesse derail any brief undead thrills. [Sept 2016, p.73]

A bland and uninteresting cash-in that's being peddled at a downright scary price point. [Sept 2016, p.70]

The infinite cosmos is captured in an infinitely inventive game that effortlessly blends genres. [Sept 2016, p.66]

A unique and worthwhile offering in a genre that all too often feels by the numbers. [Aug 2016, p.83]

One for fans, yes, but it can't find top gear even for them. [Aug 2016, p.83]

Frustratingly long load times. [Aug 2016, p.82]

A vast, joyful playground, and a wonderful excuse to return to The Witcher 3 one last time. [Aug 2016, p.81]

A solid and beautiful tactical RPG with neat 2D brawling and unique multiplayer. [Aug 2016, p.80]

Slick, smooth, and beautiful, it shines like never before on current-gen. [Aug 2016, p.79]

Inoffensive and enjoyable enough for action-RPG fans, but it does far too little to distinguish itself. [Aug 2016, p.78]

A mixed bag of brilliant deduction and tedious puzzling. A disappointing misstep for the series. [Aug 2016, p.77]

A bit like X-Factor: The Game, but it's as close to Persona as Wii U fans are likely to get. [Aug 2016, p.76]

A small step forward for the series, but still one of the 3DS's most versatile and generous games. [Aug 2016, p.74]

Almost succeeds as a Mega Man tribute, but it's let down by its looks, bugs, and often dull action. [Aug 2016, p.73]

One of the better Kirby games, but it's just too similar to Triple Deluxe to stand out. [Aug 2016, p.72]

A scrappy, unfulfilling brawler that's nevertheless quite difficult to dislike despite itself. [Aug 2016, p.70]

A grander production, but the gorgeous open world does Catalyst's freerunning no favours. [Aug 2016, p.66]

Despite not enough change from the original to entice retired militia vets, there's more than enough to recommend greenhorns sign up. [July 2016, p.81]

Pretty as it is, Koi isn't polished enough to make any waves. [July 2016, p.80]

Repetitive, buggy, and hamstrung by underbaked design, Shadwen feels like an unfinished product. [July 2016, p.79]

Unfortunate proof that the classics of old don't always hold up well when dropped into the modern day. [July 2016, p.78]

A stunning first step into space for strategy's superstars - and a great gateway to their other games. [July 2016, p.76]

Simply the best multiplayer shooter to come along in years. Pure, joyous fun. [July 2016, p.74]

A chaotic, middling effort that should be low on your team-based shooter priority list. [July 2016, p.72]

The miniseries format has its charm, but Michonne fails to live up to the superb franchise. [July 2016, p.71]

An interesting but underwhelming take on the open-world shooter - novel, but seriously janky. [July 2016, p.68]

A richly-crafted recreation of the Warhammer world and the best Total War game in years. [July 2016, p.66]

Meaty multiplayer and a campaign that plays like a sustained electric shock. Eye wateringly fun. [July 2016, p.60]

It's far from the twee indie game it looks, but unfortunately words fail it. [June 2016, p.83]

It's short and simple. [June 2016, p.83]

Energetic multiplayer platformer is just the jog. [June 2016, p.82]

A charmingly exuberant blend of punishing roguelike convention and gleeful blasting. [June 2016, p.81]

Sizzling hot combat notched by unflinching difficulty. [June 2016, p.80]

Although poorly explained in places, there are plenty of thrills in this top-down loot shooter. [June 2016, p.78]

The only non-Nintendo 3D platformer to feel fresh in 2016, and the right way to remake. [June 2016, p.77]

A strong middle chapter full of engaging strategy. [June 2016, p.76]

A unique twist on the formula which pays off. A staggering achievement. [June 2016, p.72]

A story more innovative than the repetitive and often shallow game it's attached to. [June 2016, p.71]

The touchscreen combat is hit and miss, but the world is thick with irresistible atmosphere. [June 2016, p.70]

An expertly paced and enjoyable Pokemon-like RPG, tailored beautifully for younger audiences. [June 2016, p.68]

Whiteknuckle action, captivating characters, and luscious locales - the best Uncharted yet. [June 2016, p.64]

There's a unique, endearing quality to Moon Hunters worth tracking down. [May 2016, p.83]

They don't make them like this anymore. That's both a shame and a quiet relief. [May 2016, p.83]

The Rift's best launch game, though it highlights the hardware's limitations. [VR Tested; May 2016, p.81]

A unique VR experience - but seriously lacking in substance. [VR Tested; May 2016, p.80]

A willfully offbeat shooter with real depth. Awkward at first, but incredibly satisfying to master. [May 2016, p.76]

It's Dark Souls in 2D, but with an enveloping life force all of its own. [May 2016, p.75]

An immensely thrilling action-MMO hybrid, but good for 30 hours rather than the hoped-for 300. [May 2016, p.70]

A perfectly formed bite of Hitman action, set in a rich location and full of murderous opportunity. [May 2016, p.68]

Superbly authentic. Like the real thing, stand-up is ace, but the ground game is an acquired taste. [May 2016, p.67]

A brutal fight for survival that's one part The Sims, one part roguelike, and three parts despair. [May 2016, p.66]

An exciting and visually spectacular shooter, weighed down by the inclusion of a terrible TV show. [May 2016, p.64]

The best Dark Souls game to pick up right now, and a fitting finale for the series. [May 2016, p.58]

It's easy enough to overlook these quirks when the core gameplay is so satisfying and immediate. [Apr 2016, p.81]

Some exceptionally clever misdirection means that this indie delight delivers more terrifying surprises than a cupboard full of haunted Kinder eggs. [Apr 2016, p.81]

Despite its flaws still inspires smiles of equal parts disbelief and joy. [Apr 2016, p.81]

Souffle-light strategy and near-peerless star gazing means this is solid fan service, but it could be much more. [Apr 2016, p.79]

A compelling drama undermined by overfamiliar action and a lack of onscreen consequence. [Apr 2016, p.78]

This attractive port is a great chance to reappraise - and very much enjoy - an underrated Zelda. [Apr 2016, p.76]

Glitchy and too difficult, this makes a disappointing end to a series that never found its footing. [Apr 2016, p.75]

An impressive shake-up of survival tropes - but dedicated fans of the genre may be left wanting. [Apr 2016, p.74]

Despite simplistic single-player and feeble tutorials, SFV is a completely essential fighting game. [Apr 2016, p.70]

Visual downgrade aside, Hyrule Warriors Legends is a handheld port that earns your utmost respect. [Apr 2016, p.68]

Improves upon the original Garden Warfare in every way - truly marvelous multiplayer mayhem. [Apr 2016, p.67]

A unique experience as chilling as it is thrilling. Superhot is a triumph of focused, clever design. [Apr 2016, p.66]

Despite appearances, this at first accessible brawler quickly winds up too unforgiving for its own good. [Apr 2016, p.64]

An endlessly entertaining sandbox shooter that delivers powerful prehistoric thrills with ease. [Apr 2016, p.60]

Another charming gem for Vita. [Apr 2013, p.86]

The experience is a short one. [March 2016, p.81]

Time is a precious currency for the MMO-er. For all but the most curious, Blade & Soul won't be staking a claim on theirs. [March 2016, p.81]

A mildly rubbish shooter. [March 2016, p.80]

An unforgiving jaunt into Lovecraftian madness - and a deeply compelling dungeon crawler. [March 2016, p.79]

Wastes the potential of its predecessor with its wonky difficulty curve and frequent frustrations. [March 2016, p.78]

It won't set the world on fire, but there's a compelling character drama behind this mystery tale. [March 2016, p.76]

Short, cheap, and unbelievably clever. Pony Island is no less than the first great indie game of 2016. [March 2016, p.75]

An uneven but occasionally excellent update to one of Resi's most overlooked entries. [March 2016, p.74]

Look past lame puzzles and short run time, and you'll find five great characters to chat to. [March 2016, p.71]

Its puzzles can be a little woolly, but Unravel has endless spools of charm. [March 2016, p.70]

Pays lip service to the subject material admirably - but prioritises caution over innovation. [March 2016, p.68]

An instant classic that refines, evolves, and redefines the ideas that came before. Strategy perfection. [March 2016, p.64]

Too simple for grown-ups, yet full of 'humour' unsuitable for kids, this franchise resurrection finds itself stuck in a saccharine no man's land. [Feb 2016, p.87]

A lovely chunky art style may lend a certain jolliness, but ultimately, it's a bit too lightweight and rather too tight-fisted to really satisfy in the long run. [Feb 2016, p.87]

The biggest draw, however, has to be the ability to recruit all 720 Pokemon, even if doing so is a tall order. [Feb 2016, p.86]

Easy to pick up, with some fun FF series links, but making the most of it can be too much of a grind. [Feb 2016, p.84]

Terrifically addictive and filled with songs that you'll want to play repeatedly. The RSI will be worth it. [Feb 2016, p.83]

A frantic roguelike that looks, sounds and feels fantastic. An essential addition to the genre. [Feb 2016, p.82]

The inventory system's a little rusty but SteamWorld Heist still gives you plenty of bang for your buck. [Feb 2016, p.81]

Forsaking weapons for furiously fast racing, this is a worthy stand-in - not usurper - to F-Zero GX. [Feb 2016, p.80]