Basic. But it's a lot of fun. [Jan 2012, p.89]

Floaty jumps. [July 2013, p.79]

Loads of fun. [Sept 2011, p.93]

A bleak-but-enjoyable survival game that's occasionally just a little too harsh for its own good. [Mar 2015, p.72]

As far from a traditional one-on-one fighter as can be - and all the better for it. Thumpingly good fun. [Aug 2017, p.70]

A puzzler, railway sandbox and smart management game. [Christmas 2006, p.100]

Interested in getting into the genre? Try the softer Ikaruga or Radiant Silvergun. [Jan 2012, p.98]

No amount of shiny achievements can take the 'dung' out of these dungeons. [Sept 2013, p.71]

Part Minecraft, part Lovecraft, all cry in the corner-craft. Bring clean underwear. [Feb 2014, p.78]

It is a lovely tale for two, designed to bring you together rather than tear you apart and perfectly paced thanks to the handy hint system. [Issue#333, p.81]

A serviceable platformer, but this feels like a step back from Epic Yarn. [Jan 2012, p.92]

One hell of a workout, but it's great fun punching and kicking your way to top dog. [May 2007, p.72]

Showing its age a little, but this is still an enjoyable RPG and a must for FF fans. [Feb 2007, p.69]

While nothing ground-breaking, this is a highly polished and likeable romp that will have the series' hardcore fanbase stroking their beards in delight. [July 2006, p.84]

Exremely satisfying. [Dec 2010, p.94]

Avoid the save states if you can - if your blood pressure can take it. [Nov 2015, p.80]

An inventive, surprisingly in-depth battle system is the highlight of this mid-'90s-style RPG. [June 2017, p.78]

Some good flinging fun but perhaps it plays a little too safe. [Christmas 2007, p.84]

Fine for newcomers. [Aug 2013, p.74]

If you're looking for a more tactical war, this will satisfy, but it's not for everyone. [Dec 2009, p.74]

High-engergy action with some brilliant moments and touches. Shame it's so short. [Nov 2007, p.62]

A delirious Saturday-morning romp through the Decepticon forces. [Dec 2015, p.83]

A cuddly, yet tricky, platform puzzler to rival, but not quite surpass, GLaDOS's finest. [Sept 2012, p.101]

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

Your brain will realise that it's imperfect and messy, but it's bound to set your heart aflutter. [Jan 2018, p.64]

The Pikmin gameplay is still a winner but you might want to hang on for Pikmin 2.[Mar 2009, p.76]

More of the same loopy entertainment but still appealing. [Issue#231, p.95]

Doom 2 remains a superb shooter that even newcomers will appreciate.