Although the Immortal Empires format, which will combine all three games into one large map, was not yet available at the time of review, the world itself is large even in the individual parts. Its treatment and variety of climatic zones and chaotic crevasses deserve high praise, and the freedom of creative license has been used to the fullest by the authors at Creative Assembly in this regard as well. [Issue#318]

Quite a good mix of different types of races, yet it does not deliver what it promised. On the other hand, you can have fun without a rally – Codies know very well what they are doing. [June 2011]

Tactical spaghetti western. Filminess, gameplay and atmosphere interwoven in a unique combination. Great musical accompaniment is just the icing on the cake. [Issue#304]

The same game looking better - and offering a deeper immersion into Lara's island nightmare. [Issue #239]

It took a loooong four years to bring some serious competition to "World of Warcraft." You need not be a fan of Warhammer world to become one of many zealous followers... At this moment WH Online is undisputedly the best choice for PvP and RvR hungry players. [Nov 2008]

Its visuals are perfect, controls are friendly and historical matches are fun. [Nov 2011]

The seventh installment returns the series to its roots and developers finally find the land on which the franchise can firmly stand. Fans of horrors and previous games will certainly be satisfied! [Issue#272]

Forget last year season – it is time to try new ice! This year NHL is (again) worth playing not only for the updated rosters or the "Winter Classic" matches. [Oct 2011]

Rise of the Tomb Raider is an excellent game, which acknowledged that not everything necessarily needs an innovation. The game returned one of its significant features back to the brand with grace. [Issue#258]

Wait for the sunset then try this “Resident Evil of Space”. Soon you will cry for light. An unusual (especially for EA) horror game that stands out in design and atmosphere in permanent fear. [Nov 2008]

The PC version already has the improved textures from the PS5 version, but sometimes you'll just notice crappy textures, environments or NPCs that haven’t fully loaded yet, and of course image tearing in some not-so-frequent moments. The PC version is good, but personally I'd reach for the PS5 version which just runs smoother. [Issue#317]

Remake as it should be – every personal observer will be pleased, every skeptic will be convinced that the original game built its legendary status deservedly. Rearmed excels in presentation with humor and fantastic co-op mode on the other side you have to face very user un-friendly controls and excessive difficulty. [Sept 2008]

Arcade racing in a stunning world that is so enjoyable and addictive that topping it seems impossible. [Issue#246]

The Survivor artists have captured the aesthetic of Episodes I-VI so compellingly that the distant planets will engulf you like a sarlacc. At the same time, the writers reflect the reality of the Star Wars animated and live-action series, reaching back to the ancient era of the High Republic. Everything blends into one in Survivor. It represents the best that Star Wars gaming can currently give. [Issue#327]

The right way to stomp on the alien scum and drive it off our planet, wielding a flamethrower. Enemy Within doesn’t bring new stuff but builds on what was already present – and does it so well even an alien would embrace it. [Issue#237]

A beautifully styled roleplay experience that takes the best of both tabletop and computer gaming worlds. Heroes age, time goes on, but there are always monsters to be slain. Join the fun.

An excellent action adventure game with great puzzles, beautiful surroundings and lots of small details that you will love to discover. [Issue#301]

Take old Arcanoid put it in hi-res graphics make sophisticated improvements to the game mechanics and you got Shatter! Relax and enjoy there should be a byline to this game. [Sept 2009]

Despite the fact, that there is quite a lot of things to criticize on Titanfall 2, it is still a great online action, this time with a full-size campaign that does not look like a pitiful burden. [Issue #269]

DJ Hero number two succeeded on all fronts. Great mixes, comfortable controls and new gameplay elements make it the best choice for both casual and veteran gamers. [Dec 2010]

Great upgrade to the previous installments means access to all songs from the very beginning, freedom with band setting and a wide song selection. [Oct 2009]

The Taken King addition corrects majority of errors that Destiny had from the beginning and finally brings a larger portion of the story and lot of new content to explore. [Issue#258]

Blizzard’s attempt to target a community discouraged by other MOBA games has succeeded. Heroes of the Storm is funny, imaginative and yet not overly complex.

The best rally game on the market and the triumphant return of the famous series. Codemasters have heard out ovations and lamentations, and made a great driving experience with lots of bonus content for everyone. [Issue#274]

Quotation forthcoming.

A perfect example of the performance of the PS5 and all its functions. Great gameplay and the music catches and won't let go until you get to the bottom of it all. But in the end, the final may surprise you unpleasantly.

Assassin’s Creed II on PC is the same thing that it was last year on consoles – truly one of the best games you can play these days. Excellent lessons in history (and of killing people). [Issue#189]

Several unfortunate changes in as usual robust, photogenic and over-riding video game. Still a great circle Forza, but due to this year's competition, the creators are unnecessarily risking in a hunt for few extra bucks. [Issue#279}

It's perfectly brutal fun that will work in the right circle of friends or foes for months. Graphics, combat physics, interaction with the environment, diversity of characters and many more positives make this game an event of this season at least. [Issue#252]

The most player-friendly edition of the Football Manager, which, unfortunately, can bore the veterans of the series with its slow evolution. [Issue#291]

An excellent and beautiful game from ancient Greece. Maybe it’s very different from the first game, however this evolution benefits the brand. [Issue#290]

Magnificent, confident and loaded with content that other games do not offer. Such is the action blast called Cyberpunk 2077. All the expectations were more than met. [Issue#308]

Large-scale story of Xenoblade Chronicles will draw you into a huge world naturally, where boredom has no place and you’ll spend there several hours of a game time with love. This one is a must-have, and not only for fans of JRPG games. [Issue#252]

It is not the biggest, not the prettiest, but it's simply the best and is not ashamed to admit it. If you hate racing games departure from reality, after playing Dirty Rally you will enjoy to drive the real car. Everything is somehow easier than in game... [Issue#260]

Rocket League is very original and finessed multiplayer arcade game that revolves around football with cars. If you like the exciting explosive games, you can’t choose better. [Issue#255]

The game is fun to play, the combat is fun, the plot is fine, the twists are unpredictable, it’s functionally consistent (it can be used as a gallery of good practice examples when teaching game design), and it beats like a well-stitched heart made of several mammals inserted into a robot with a human head and an endless sense of humor. You'll laugh, you'll cry, this game will change your life, Bernard said, and I agree. [Issue#317]

Sparks of Hope is an interesting sequel to the first game, and even though it has its flaws, you'll still have a great time and enjoy the vast majority of the tactical battles. [Issue#323]

The Talos Principle combines a sophisticated game with a deeply philosophical story that will remain in your memory for years to come. [Issue#249]

Metroid: Samus Returns brings to the 3DS a pearl of the genre with all its plus and minus that you can expect, beautifully crafted with time-consuming repetitive gaming. [Issue#279]

The wait is over – Need for Speed series is back with all its past greatness. Return to the basics was the right decision in restarting this franchise to its former glory. [Dec 2010]

Finally, a non-traditional co-op multiplayer game with very intense atmosphere. Original, dark and bearded, it is Deep Rock Galactic. No need to dig deeper. [Issue#304]

The borders of authenticity and brutal fun have been moved again. This fight simulation offers enough challenge and motivation to replace its predecessor. [July 2010]

True bearer of Fallout legacy. Wasteland 3 is a very nice surprise thanks to its quality combat and even more thanks to nicely written dialogues and creators’ sense of humor. Postapocalyptic setting is merely a cherry on a top. [Issue#306]

No compromise, no looking back. If you enjoyed the original you could possibly die of happiness. The only excuse not to play this gem could be your aversion to the dynamic duels concept. [Issue#247]

Raccoons are reportedly experienced thieves – in this case it's more than truth. This particular one will rob you of a great amount of your time (along with a few of your nerves during the first episode). [Issue#199]

A game to spend the whole winter with. The breathtaking and complex story is set in a huge open world, and despite its partial mistakes the game works pretty well. [Issue#248]

Unique mix of easily understandable mechanics, well-paced gameplay, depth and fun. Among Us for everyone! [Issue#307]

A lot of boxing stars past and present, great graphics and absolutely brilliant character animation. If there were more extra game modes it could reach even up to a nine. [Mar 2011]

It's a beautifully made title that shouldn't be overlooked by any FromSoftware fan, but also by any other hardcore hack and slash gamer. [Issue#330]

I fell in love with Starfield. It's my cup of sci-fi and I can't wait to spend the next thirty, fifty, maybe seventy hours here. I enjoy the exploration, the shootouts, the art style, the ship building, and the diverse worlds. I gratefully acknowledge the good optimization and the absence of major bugs. But I can't overlook the flaws. There are bad animations, ugly faces and repetitive moments.[Issue#329]

Excellent return to the classics cannot deny its modernity at the same time. It attracts with brutality, entertains with endless action and surprises with very clever design. [Issue#264]

Top quality of previous part has been retained. If you aren't looking for any new surprises then, you won’t be disappointed. Dawn of War II is a solid and classic strategy game – nothing less, nothing more. [Mar 2009]

Concept of its predecessor multiplied in all ways and published. And it works perfectly in every part of this two-dozen-level fun. [Issue#173]

Forget the solo play – Moria changes the way you used to play the online Lord of the Rings. As usual you can expect fantastic environments and truly the nicest places ever seen in online gaming. [Feb 2009]

Possibly the best fighting game on the market. The fourth installment compiles every good aspect from previous games brings a couple of new improvements and –as usual- comes in stunning graphics. Multiplayer modes guarantee immortality for this title (or at least until the next episode). [Sept 2008]

The creators from Modern Storyteller, have done what others can't - they have managed to turn a successful modification into a standalone game that is receiving acclaim on all sides. Excellent production values (especially for an indie game) meet with well-crafted and original game design to create a truly unique experience. [Issue#317]

Remarkable spin-off of two years old spidey game. It does not bring anything new or spectacular compared to its older brother, but it looks amazing and plays more than well. [Issue#308]

Amnesia is the scariest survival horror in the history of video games. No other game gives you that real feel of fear and anxiety. Enter your nightmares if you dare. [Issue#196]

Valiant and almost flawless effort to bring more arcade elements into the serious Forza games offers more than any other competition. [Dec 2012]

An ideal choice for strategists and those who don’t get discouraged by random factor of success and failure. Sophisticated tactical fun is hidden beneath the cover of randomness. [Issue # 261]

An obligatory visit to Russia with dogs in the lead role and an adrenaline arcade gameplay proves that less is sometimes more. The game concentrates a huge amount of fun on a small area. Once you grab it, you won’t be able let go. [Issue#290]

An audio-visual action banquet that will entertain you with physics and flirting with the supernatural. The story could have been better, the enemy line-up can be quite monotonous towards the end, but the great atmosphere overcomes these shortcomings. And most importantly, the gameplay is great. [Issue#298]

Football manager simulation at its best. Complexity, addictive gameplay and insanely accurate rosters are here as always, the new approach is always better for newcomers. [Dec 2010]

Dust is energetic like a tornado. It has its artistic touch to it. This gem is like the best of the video games history, to shine upon the present days. [Issue#232]

The game takes its time to ramp up the pace but when it gets going, it doesn't stop. [Issue #240]

Dark Souls returns the hardcore elements back to action RPGs – heavy focus on uncompromising fight mechanics and absolute freedom in hero profiling. The price of this game is not for everyone. [Oct 2012]

After many years, we have a clever game with a fantastic design set in the original environment, that upgrades the gameplay of Commandos and Desperados series almost to a piece of art. [Issue #271]

Small in scope, large in fun it can deliver. Ideal for multiplayer brawling. [Issue#246]

The refurbishing team did a great job. Both games look quite fashionable and show their resistance to age. [Issue#241]

On the pitch, it is an excellent football full of beautiful and unpredictable situations. But when it comes to license, game modes and especially online game, its good impression disappears faster than the morning mist. Fortunately, the dedicated fans offer a helping hand. [Issue #268]

The successful racing game that doesn’t want to scare players. Assetto Corsa is quite possibly the cheapest and most enjoyable way to see if you're really a competitor or if you just like hitting people who stand in your way. [Issue#250]

Fascinating and touching story of a little robot in a vast mechanical city excels in every aspect. Most unusual adventure game you can find these days. [Nov 2009]

The second Nioh is more than just a continuation of the legacy. The authors have been able to learn from the mistakes of the first game, and thanks to that this is an excellent action RPG that will not let you rest and you will want to keep playing. [Issue#303]

Hardcore, innovative and interesting strategy is spoiled by "old AutoCAD" visuals and overcomplicated controls. [July 2011]

A technically brilliant port of the most excellent strategy game gives you an order to join the war of Gallia. [Issue#249]

It's a great game that will keep you entertained for a long time, has minimal bugs and its combat system and characters will grab you by the heart. [Issue#326]

A tremendous start to the new series, which is propelled not only by Teltalle's evolutionary gameplay, but mostly through the attractive setting and an entertaining screenplay. [Issue#236]

A small amount of significant new features is compensated by its impact on the overall experience for all types of players, complemented by a traditional set of improvements in UI and UX (especially when it comes to clarity).

Unusual in that a first person shooter shows you the fictitious African country where real crimes against the civil population are fought in the name of profit. An intense experience in all aspects. [Nov 2008]

Perfect storyline, strong emotions and connection to previous episodes – adventure series of The Walking Dead grows better and better with every new part. [Oct 2012]

Mood, pathos, emotion, humor ... and helluva fights. This is a combination that makes Yakuza zero the one of the most entertaining game in the whole series. For lovers of Japan Y0 is a must-have. [Issue#272]

Arcade racing game cooked by well-tried foolproof recipe entertains you most of the time but there are a few frustrating moments too. [Christmas 2011]

An addicting platformer with its hardcore difficulty, which is fair at the end of the day. A absolute must, if you're not afraid of a challenge. [Issue#232]

Great new beginning of the well-known saga draws inspiration from God of War and Shadow of Colossus masterpieces but still remains truthful Castlevania with all ingredients we love. [Issue#197]

Open world of Mars filled with many great missions will let you destroy virtually anything. Never before could you become a demolition master like this – don’t rely on your comrades though. [Sept 2009]

Great restart of a great game series. The creators took what was good and made sure to make it even better – and with better graphics. [Issue#264]

A funny action turn-based strategy taking place in an alternative World War I. Imaginative missions, weapon and character development and stylish graphics. [Issue#290]

After years of waiting, we’ve finally gotten to feel like we’re not just getting updated lists, but a really improved part to spend a few hundred hours with. Baby steps. [Issue#308]

Final Fantasy finally comes to the Nintendo handheld. Those who are not afraid of slightly higher difficulty will be rewarded by one of the best RPGs for NDS. Praise the creators who decided to reduce the random fights – finally you can enjoy a visually splendid game without an annoying amount of fights. [Sept 2008]

The game obviously tries not to keep you needlessly long in a single level and is, as is traditional in the series, fairly accessible to players of all ages and abilities, so that it only asks for a challenge at specific moments. It's a shame that those great imaginative worlds and cool puzzles aren't used more. [Issue#319]

Successful conversion of the original Mortal Kombat proves that battle games aren't yet finished. Great visuals and perfect playability delivers uncompromising fights. [July 2012]

Massive enhancement of all systems is perfectly complemented by beautiful audio and visuals. You won’t regret this trip to China! [Issue#295]

An excellent turn-based strategy game taking place in from feudal Japan that will delight all field tacticians, who miss a more exotic battlefield and different warfare styles. [Issue#284]

A nice combination of RPG, card game and puzzle elements that use the familiar and popular world. Fans of The Witcher will be thrilled to experience the story of Queen Meve. [Issue#290]

The game uses all the building blocks really well, plus it adds extra ingredients to the mix. On top of that, it adds a polished diamond of gameplay, the whole work embellished with refined audiovisuals. [Issue#330]

Castlevania celebrates their 20th anniversary with full strength – perfect design an extremely long play time makes it a hot candidate for long winter nights. Be prepared for increased difficulty! [Issue#174, Jan 2009]

The new Dante character may have lost his blonde hair and leather coat but he's got a new aura of rebel. And his lust for killing monsters is undiminished. [Jan 2013]

Small compact worlds, varied missions, side quests, free movement, special abilities – that’s what we want from superhero type games. And inFamous gives it everything with style. [June 2009]