Its shortness will dissuade many, but cut deeper and an innovative parry system impresses. [Apr 2013, p.70]

Arguably the best fighter on PSP, but missing the single-player experience we hoped for. [Oct 2009, p.70]

Very few '2D' fighters are this fun regardless of skill. [Apr 2012, p.96]

It's all a bit spotty and unsatisfying - whatever your skill level. [Dec 2008, p.74]

Fun ideas clash with mundane storytelling, but the nimble action wins out in the end. [Apr 2012, p.74]

Barely average update. [June 2011, p.82]

One of the funniest games ever, though it does have a couple of rough edges. [May 2013, p.74]

Mixes the best of action games with (some of) the best of role-playing adventures. [Apr 2012, p.94]

Its intricacies mean limited appeal, but the combat and plot make it rewarding. [July 2007, p.74]

Getting through it might be a breeze, but it's what Kirby has you doing that inflates the game's excellence. [July 2014, p.70]

Not without flaws, but dripping with atmosphere and filled with 'whoa' moments. [Aug 2007, p.74]

For those serious about the guitar, it's an enjoyable game and a structured way to learn. [Dec 2012, p.78]

A very safe sequel powered up with a likeable protagonist, fun combat and cool traversal. [May 2014, p.74]

GH Live brings plenty of fresh ideas, but a few annoyances stop it short of achieving true greatness. [Christmas 2015, p.]

Proteus's ever-changing island is a joy to walk through, listen to and explore. [May 2013, p.84]

This year's all about polish. [Dec 2014, p.80]

Improves on "FIFA 08" in gameplay terms, but lacks the intelligence of EA's PS2 game. [May 2008, p.83]

It's an interesting mutation but just a tad too bitty to rival Cave and Treasure's shmups. [Issue#232, p.85]

Enjoyable freeplay mode. [Dec 2009, p.86]

While the story is ridiculous, the action between cut scenes is as smooth and addictive as ever. [June 2013, p.83]

Retro done right. [June 2015, p.63]

A great game made greater by intelligent Wii-mote use and an extensive single-player mode. [Jan 2007, p.64]

Impressive. But games won't get much from it and it's unlikely to get you trim on its own. [May 2008, p.66]

A platformer which is ultimately rewarding once you solve its puzzles. [Oct 2013, p.73]

Long live the new king of point-and-click adventure games - we can't wait for the next four episodes. [Oct 2015, p.79]

Extremely original take on the familiar Final Fantasy format. Worth an expanded sequel. [Aug 2008, p.82]

An atmospheric and pretty game with some cool ideas introduced with perfect pacing. [July 2018, p.64]

Shows cracks in places, but bleak, bloody and gripping. Bring on the mods! [Mar 2010, p.66]