It can't top what's on PC, but this is still a fine version of one of modern gaming's defining experiences. [Dec 2014, p.65]

Not much of a new-gen leap, but this is pure wish fulfillment: sexy cars, stunning scenery, and superb songs. [Dec 2014, p.62]

More of the same peerless action mechanics, barmy spectacle and wonderful depth. [Dec 2014, p.60]

The quality of the combat keeps you playing, but the shared world is curiously hollow. [Dec 2014, p.56]

The characters filling out the world are, frankly, insultingly stupid and voiced so badly it wouldn't have even been funny in the '90s.[Nov 2014, p.79]

This infographically-inspired puzzle game only lasts a few short hours, but for most it'll be a case of dipping in and out between bouts of frustration. [Nov 2014, p.80]

Battle is as addictive as ever. [Nov 2014, p.80]

Play this on mobile and prepare to feel robbed. [Nov 2014, p.80]

Poor translation abounds. [Nov 2014, p.79]

The whole thing feels lightweight here on the Vita. [Nov 2014, p.79]

The lack of a quick restart offline is bizarre. [Nov 2014, p.79]

All too often you'll be screwed not by stealth slip-ups, but by twitchy, inconsistent AI and the odd clipping glitch. If you can handle that, then this is pretty damn fun. [Nov 2014, p.78]

An essential shooter and the perfect excuse to get your speed-run on. [Nov 2014, p.77]

The cute stylings hide the deceptively difficult and overly complicated gameplay mechanics. [Nov 2014, p.76]

The king of looting, and the new content makes this a worthy upgrade. [Nov 2014, p.74]

The potential is there in the gunplay, but it's covered with shonky visuals and lifeless, grinding action. [Nov 2014, p.73]

Giving the player choice and narrative input is admirable, but it just doesn't come together. [Nov 2014, p.72]

We can't wait for the third entry, but this is an excellent return trip to the Metro in the meantime. [Nov 2014, p.70]

The single-player feels more like a puzzle, but the new cards make this essential for vets. [Nov 2014, p.69]

Not as tight as the first, but still one of the most engaging murder mysteries in games. [Nov 2014, p.68]

A wonderful example of what can be achieved when developers dispense with tradition. [Nov 2014, p.66]

One of the year's weirdest prospects comes out as one of its most interesting and fantastic. [Nov 2014, p.61]

Unfortunately, each action is made exasperating by fudgey animation cycles which cause expected actions to defy your clicks for a few seconds as they play out. [Oct 2014, p.81]

There is certainly light in this tunnel, but it doesn't shine brightly enough to reach the end. [Oct 2014, p.81]

The voice acting is hit or miss, though. Mainly miss. [Oct 2014, p.81]

It looks great. [Oct 2014, p.81]

The Vita's touch controls feel a bit cramped and fiddly. [Oct 2014, p.80]

Not dreadful. [Oct 2014, p.80]