A refined step forwards, but not a perfect one. [Issue#105, p.83]

A novel idea becomes a bland experience. [Issue#187, p.77]

The problem of a distinct lack of variety persists, of course, and the lack of an arena-based dogfight mode feels a wasted opportunity. [Issue#115, p.108]

Competent, but not wholly compelling. [Issue#194, p.84]

An imperfect cocktail. [Issue#177, p.84]

It might not be the most robust or laugh-out-loud funny game in Twisted Pixel's catalogue but based on entertainment value, ingenuity and the way the game works around Kinect's foibles rather than pushing its luck and falling down, it'd be downright criminal to deny the talented studio those few dollars more.

The new game is stuck in the same artless quandary as far too many annual series updates. [Issue#141, p.113]

One of the most frustrating things about OV is the fact that there's very little feeling of control. But what seems at first to be a truly pathetic attempt at a sports game does take shape (of sorts) once you put some time into learning exactly how it plays. [Nov 2003, p.125]

Far too generic to be considered anything other than average. [Christmas 2005, p.114]

Just be sure not to play before bed time. [Issue#159, p.111]

It's a superb co-op action game in its own right. [Issue#187, p.76]

The games that play out as intended - courtesy of the twists that Relic has brought into the franchise this time around - well, those will stay in your mind as some of the most intense RTS games you'll ever have. [Issue#188, p.74]

What we’re left with is a wonderfully polished sequel that you will enjoy every minute of and then wonder why all you can think about is how it felt to play its predecessor. [Mar 2009, p.112]

The core gameplay is somewhat lacking. ‘But it’s for kids,’ we hear you cry. Maybe so, but even kids - or those who are just young at heart - will no doubt want a challenge that lasts longer than it would take to watch the original trilogy. [May 2005, p.109]

Medieval has just won the series some brand new fans - and we can only tip our hats to EA. [Issue#108, p.118]

Far too generic to be considered anything other than average. [Christmas 2005, p.114]

If you put any value in the game mechanics that have arrived over the last 20 years with a mind to prevent tantrum-inducing frustration, you might want to steer clear.

A tight and empowering boss rush. [Issue#177, p.79]

King Kong is perhaps a redefinition of the cinematic videogame – entirely based on peaks and troughs of excitement, and devoid of any sense of choice. Just like a movie, but interactive. [Christmas 2005, p.98]

More of the same with some nice extra touches that don’t quite fulfil their potential. [Feb 2008, p.118]

When it comes down to flat-out value for money? The 3DS store has plenty of other games to hold your attention. [Issue#139, p.120]

A missed opportunity. [Issue#144, p.102]

It's a gorgeously constructed fusion of puzzling and subtle storytelling with a final stage that hints at the complexity KO_OP might achieve if it ever gets around to making a sequel. [Issue#189, p.79]

A play-for-a-week fad. [Issue#108, p.131]

Sniper Elite makes headshots a grizzly reward that becomes addictive and, because the battle is always weighted against you, filled with air-punching satisfaction every time you make a connection. Bravo. [Nov 2005, p.96]

The battle mechanic is intuitive, but hides a tactical edge. [Nov 2011, p.118]

Its unique Nintendo appeal and our own innate yearning for self-improvement make it a worthwhile little curio. [June 2006, p.117]

Merely an expensive luxury. [Issue#137, p.119]