Bigger than before and funny enough to make anyone smile, but control problems annoy. [Feb 2007, p.78]

Don't let its looks put you off. [Sept 2012, p.111]

A wonderfully conceived package that conjures up memories of Japanese curios such as Majora's Mask and Gregory Horror Show. [June 2017, p.82]

Not the massive leap forward that was hoped for, although there's potential for improvement. [Jan 2009, p.78]

By ignoring the rulebook, this newcomer has made itself a contender for racing sim royalty. [Aug 2015, p.66]

More transformative features would've been nice, but this is still FIFA, and it's still superb. [Nov 2018, p.70]

A world of grim opportunity - but you need to suffer before earning the glory of your own Alcatraz. [Dec 2015, p.79]

No longer eclipsed by mere technical competitors, this is brash, brilliant, and brimming with extras. [July 2015, p.68]

The fourth Layton doesn't try anything too drastic, but the missing mode is a real shame. [Christmas 2011, p.80]

Early server issues were a real worry, but it's hard to stay mad at such a supreme sports package. [Christmas 2014, p.61]

An uneven start makes way for another Monolith monster full of life, loot and madness. [Jan 2018, p.58]

A great footy game perfect for half-time matches if you're excited by the World Cup. [June 2010, p.72]

You've never played anything like it. A lesson in playfully creative game design. [August 2012, p.74]

Layers on new features while keeping the spirit of the originals, making this a welcome return. [Jan 2015, p.63]

Challenging, with smaller stories well worth telling, this DLC will satisfy anyone who loves HZD. [Jan 2018, p.75]

Rivals "Zelda" as a technical achievement, but the hardcore credentials have taken a knock. [June 2008, p.73]

It's funny, the music's catchy and while it may be simple it'll have you in hysterics. [July 2012, p.78]

A great little adventure. [Mar 2011, p.95]

A superb slice of first class hack and slashery that action fans would be crazy to miss. [Nov 2009, p.80]

Doesn't advance the classic Contra formula one jot, but better than 1994's "Hard Corps." [Feb 2008, p.68]

Perfect for beat maestros but a must-play for anyone who likes fun games (everyone?). [June 2009, p.75]

Rewarding for Notch fans though it's a little derivative - if The Blockheads were a food, it would be a cube of marmite. [Apr 2013, p.89]

If you've yet to play Nintendogs, this new version is another ace reason to get involved. [Aug 2006, p.81]

One of a kind. [May 2011, p.91]

A must for pool nuts. [July 2010, p.96]

Lacks Nintendo's usual grace, but the sheer amount of ideas easily makes up for it. [Dec 2011, p.79]

A thrilling tale with solid blasting bits. If only the gameplay developed as well as the plot. [July 2010, p.82]

The wannabe detective's definitive version to plump for. [Feb 2012, p.101]