The way retro remakes should always be. Fresh, but in keeping with the original spirit. [Sept 2008, p.80]

A mammoth Star Wars epic with unlimited potential. Expect this to age like a fine wine. [March 2012, p.84]

A smart, inventive, and genuinely funny strategy game - and possibly 2017's most pleasant surprise. [Nov 2017, p.62]

A challenging and technically impresive FPS set in gorgeous but treacherous surroundings...It's one of the most engaging shooters we've played for ages. [Dec 2008, p.67]

A polished adventure indeed. Not all of its ideas work, but it's an excellent overall effort. [May 2007, p.76]

A wild ride from start to finish, with memorable characters and an absorbing plot. [Issue#336, p.82]

Intense, brutal and utterly brilliant: World at War delivers the goods in every way. [Christmas 2008, p.66]

A satisfying timesink with some enjoyable elements, let down by a complete lack of challenge. [May 2018, p.72]

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]

Don't expect huge changes over last year, but this is still a better game both on and off the track. [Nov 2018, p.82]

Toughie, this. Plump for Wii for gameplay but PS3 and 360 if you're into visuals/online. [Aug 2010, p.92]

A terrific, diverse collection of classics and curios, and an absolute steal at 20 quid. [Oct 2015, p.76]

More of the same, but some extra online content for PS3. [Oct 2007, p.85]

A vibrant and accomplished platformer filled with charm and variety. [May 2013, p.88]

The Nemesis system alone is worth giving this a go, let alone the LOTR setting. [Dec 2014, p.70]

It's an acquired taste but Rare have created something unique and massively fun. [Christmas 2006, p.82]

Playing solo? Dock ten points. Otherwise, this is one of the online PC games for thrills. [Feb 2013, p.91]

More about design than management, but this is still the best theme park sim we've had in decades. [Jan 2016, p.76]

Nothing like Tekken but high-quality fighting nonetheless, if you can brave the complexity. [May 2012, p.74]

The secret lies in its ability to ask more from you. [May 2014, p.79]

It's another trophy-winning season for PES. More control and great game modes. [Apr 2009, p.60]

A soaring success. [June 2011, p.87]

Fresh platforming and an ace soundtrack-building mechanic make this a joy to play. [Nov 2012, p.83]

The Japanese version feels like a demo - hugely entertaining for what it is, but severely truncated and ultimately disappointingly lacking on content. [JPN Import; Feb 2007, p.74]

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

Tetris DS is great, then, of that there is no doubt. Still, it just may be the nostalgia, but we can't help but feel the freshness of the original GameBoy version in 1989 will never be topped. [June 2006, p.62]

Gameplay offers few surprises, but it's the pitch-perfect writing that makes itself the star of the show. [Feb 2015, p.72]

Slightly disappointing upgrade. Still enjoyable but lacks the grunt needed to be a champion. [May 2011, p.80]