What looks like pure chaos and confusion from the outset, becomes something that feels great to play.

A typical Platinum game, that does justice to the Transformers licence.

I was expecting a solid game, one that just gave me more of the same as a follow up to the 2013 release. Yet what we got was a game that improved on the good and cleared away much of the bad, to produce a title that deserves its place among the best Lara Croft games over the previous 20 years.

And although Meat Boy may not be as rare as he once was but there’s no doubting that his long-awaited arrival on a handheld is very well-done.

A really well written story with best fleshed out character ever seen in the franchise. Wonderful from start to finish.

Still head and shoulders above everything else in the genre.

Max and Chloe’s adventure comes to an excellent end.

A brave and successful reinvention. Guitar Hero lives!

An Omega Force game in a new setting that plays exceptionally well, just lacks a little replay value.

Not for everyone, but what Blood Bowl II does, it does exceptionally well.

With The Phantom Pain, Metal Gear has had its arm removed and replaced with something technically far more impressive.

Overall, Disgaea 5: Alliance of Vengeance keeps the series trademark high standard of quality going.

An excellent tactical J-RPG let down only by a slightly anti-climactic ending.

Most of what made the original Destiny a good game is still there, but the overhauls and tweaks to the lesser parts have given Destiny the sort of boost it needed.

The best football sim to date.

Still a cracking golf game, but this package is only for newcomers.

A chance to live out some of your childhood dreams and make games for Nintendo!

A game that should become a cult/sleeper hit of 2015. Not perfect by any means, but great fun for the most part.

A few niggles stop this being a 10, but Forza Motorsport 6 is a damn fine package and excels where it counts.

If horror is your thing then you have no excuse not to buy it.

Genre diehards might protest the lack of difficulty but the depth is there for players content to meander at Hero Generations’ own pace.

But overall, Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture is an enthralling tale, told with aplomb, leaving just enough to interpretation to provide a satisfactory conclusion for everyone.

A wonderful experience from beginning to end.

Blues and Bullets is a showcase in how to open the story of an episodic videogame.

Steep learning curves aside, the payoff is totally worth it, in a rewarding game that really gets its hooks in.

Even after all these years it’s still an (upper)cut above the rest.

Simple in concept and masterful in execution. A++ for N++.

Life is Strange continues rolling to what I hope will be an epic conclusion. The pieces are certainly in place, whether Dontnod are able to fit them together is still up in the air. As it stands though, this has been one of the biggest surprises of the year and I can’t wait to see how it all ends.

Overall, Blazblu Chronophantasma Extend is a must for anyone who is into their fighting games and this is right up there with anything on the PS4.

Amazing, simply amazing. Rocket League has the perfect balance of fun and competitive gameplay and is a must for…Well anyone really.

A fine puzzle game that follows the rule of what makes a solid logic puzzler to the tee.

A worthy addition to the genre.

The combat is as good as it’s ever been, the writing is sharp, it’s visually stunning, and the game is full of iconic Batman moments that fans will adore and talk about for years to come. Don’t let the game’s few – admittedly glaring – flaws deter you from what is otherwise a terrific Batman tale.

An outstanding Real Time Strategy game disguised as a sports sim that is a pleasant surprise.

Sam Barlow has proven himself in the past to be an excellent writer, but with Her Story he has completely outdone himself and set the bar as high as it has ever been.

A solid platformer, with interesting mechanics and loads of charm. Adventures of Pip is a fantastic addition to a crowded genre.

It may not be to everyone’s tastes, but if you’re craving a deep story and interesting characters you won’t find much better.

An amazing story based on actual events. KHOLAT is a standout game in a genre that often fails to deliver.

Splatoon just screams Nintendo. Everything about it from the bright, colourful world, to the addictive gameplay make this a great online shooter.

A showcase of what can be achieved if you have the talent and creativity to take a chance.

Simple, yet so addictive, a must have for fans of simple card games.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a modern classic, but it isn’t without faults.

As a game where the developers have stated it was inspired by Dark Souls, it’s safe to say Rogue Legacy won’t be for everyone. It’s a game where you are continuously pummelled into the ground until you get better or give up. Those that persevere though will be greatly rewarded.

Invisible, Inc. takes the formula made famous by the likes of X-Com and makes a wonderfully tight experience that you will not help but love.

While Chaos Theory may not hit the highs of episode 2, it does carry on its tale of loss and mystery with aplomb.

It is well made and feels so amazingly solid, it is just a shame it is over too quickly.

State of Decay: Year One Survival Edition is a game that I can easily recommend and for me it is one that will last a long time, with the original game, plus expansions in one packages, there are hours and hours of content to enjoy and it is worth every penny.

If for some reason you never opted for The New Order then this could be the perfect introduction. Opening chapter aside, The Old Blood is just as good as its predecessor with excellent combat, nice visuals and an intriguing story.

If your racing needs are completely fulfilled by Mario Kart and pure arcade action, then sure this isn’t for you and if iRacing is the least you expect from a sim, then again this won’t replace that. For everyone else though, despite some flaws that ask maybe a bit much of the user to get the most from the game, then this is a must have racer.

By not breaking the mould, Guns, Gore & Cannoli is nothing but a safe enjoyable experience and well worth your time.

A deep and rewarding time sink but a difficult one to initially get into.

Bloodborne is a sterling example of what can be achieved with the latest technology while also recalling an older, simpler time, where a game’s actual structure, gameplay, and content took precedence over its potential profitability.

A perfect storm of elements come together to make a wonderful and challenging experience.

Don’t be fooled by a poor opening, Bloodsports.TV is a cracking co-op game and one you should be playing.

Whilst the one man team isn’t exactly new, it still impresses when the game in question has the level of polish that Axiom Verge does, it may look extremely retro, but it feels fresh because of the way it plays.

A neat little building game, with a side of click-to-zap with laser.

As it did back in the day, Out Run still brings a smile to your face like no other game can.

An RPG in which you can easily lose hours, should it grab you.

Ironcast is a wonderous puzzle game that blends perfectly with other genres to create a stunning experience.

Zelda in all but name, but somehow still feels like its own thing. A worthy homage to one of gaming’s greatest.

A shaky beginning giving way to a great follow up as it finally gets to grips with its mechanics and characters.

An endlessly entertaining and meticulously crafted modern roguelike.

Overall, Unmechanical Extended is a lovely way to spend a few hours lost in a silent world taxing those brain cells with an adorable main character too.

A fine entry into the Roguelike genre, just don’t be fooled by its cutesy visuals, this game is brutal.

If you have yet to experience the game then this is the perfect time to do so, if you’ve already played through it, then there’s still plenty new her to make it a worthwhile purchase.

The best city building game since the heydays of the 90’s when SimCity ruled supreme.

An extremely good game which just doesn’t feel properly finished. It’s not quite a final draft. It’s still damned good fun though.

Helldivers isn’t game that has come out of nowhere, but it is one that has fully exceeded expectations.

A wonderful entry into the first person puzzle solving genre and whilst other games do individual elements better, Pneuma nails it as a package.

OlliOlli 2: Welcome to Olliwood is more of the same, but that isn’t a bad thing by any stretch of the imagination.

htoL#NiQ is a decent game for the Vita that pushes no boundaries but does little wrong either.

Games which rely on a special mechanic as their selling point, can often get a bit tired before you reach the end, but Scram Kitty DX introduce new weapons, abilities and enemy types as you progress but at a pacing that means you aren’t overwhelmed, nor bored at any single point.

An excellent technical fighter, that is welcoming for all.

Taking it’s cues from classics of the past and adding a B-Movie style over the top, Roundabout hits all the right notes.

The best Deck Building video game around right now, as it works for veterans and casuals at the same time.

A wonderful entrant in the series that has gotten better with age.

Evolve is a game that walks a fine tightrope of success and failure with its setup. Luckily it manages to stay balanced and become a worthwhile purchase.

Guilty Gear Xrd is an easy game to recommend to any fighting game enthusiast and a brilliant entry point to the series, and those with a passing interest in the genre will learn a lot from the excellent tutorials.

It feels like it has been made with a lot more care and attention than most big budget titles from last year and it has found a deserving home on current gen consoles.

Whilst I was aware of The Escapists, it was never a game on my most wanted list, but having now played for a good number of hours and still only scratching the surface, I can wholeheartedly recommend picking this up and get involved with one of the first great indie titles of 2015.

If you love your retro inspired platformers then you really need to own this.

With a decent price and plenty of challenge, Spy Chameleon is a pleasant surprise that will hopefully find an audience on the Wii U.

While there are elements of Remastered that shout “rush job”, Resident Evil is still, in this day and age, a great, great game and worthy of classic status.

A very clever and well crafted game. The constant climb up the castle and gradual revelation of the mystery within it are engaging and will likely keep you striving until you reach the end.

Bayonetta 2 is an outright fantastic game. It’s another very good reason to own a Wii U and it outclasses practically every other game of this type by a considerable margin.

It doesn’t matter if they are given a lick of paint, or rebuilt from scratch, as long as the final game is something that can be enjoyed and it is clear that Munch’s Oddysee has had less attention than Abe’s remaster, but it is still a game that I am happy to play again and am thankful for the opportunity.

Smash Bros shows that despite the Wii U’s constant struggle to gain mainstream acceptance, Nintendo are still ploughing ahead, producing the most fun content you can find. Gather some friends together and there really is nothing better.

If you’ve somehow avoided Trine up until now then this is the point where you should really jump on board. Some clever physics puzzles make reaching the end of a level feel like a real achievement and despite the short playtime, it’s well worth the asking price.

If you’re looking for an entry point into the franchise, this isn’t the best place to start; even so, I really enjoyed myself with Q, even if it doesn’t quite live up to the absurd standards I’ve come to expect from this series.

Not just a good game for fans of the Spectrum but for anyone that likes good games.

The best of Lara, whether played on your own, or shared with others.

Overall, Tengami is unashamedly the game it wants to be and there is little compromise to players that might not get it.

Another hit to add to Telltale Games ever growing library.

One of those games that just blows your mind at how good it actually is.

Simple, well crafted and fun. Exactly what an arcade shooter needs to be.

Whether you like this or not depends on whether you like Kingdom Hearts. There is nothing here to change any minds, whichever way you look at it.

It's still Geometry Wars but you do need to accept it has changed since you last saw it 6 years previous.

It is the best Little Big Planet yet, but some of those minor issues still exist. But that should stop you enjoying it overall.