The control system is fine, and it works particularly well with the DS stylus. [Issue#22, p.87]

A good version of the game but the mishandling of the controls on Wii is a diabolical error. [Issue#20, p.87]

If you can handle the strangeness, you’ll find great rewards here.

A pirate's life should never be a solitary one, and the game works much better when played with a group of mates. [Issue #24, p.74]

A challenging and satisfying collection of events to test your stamina and reflexes without making you sweat profusely.

Great for those who haven't played the original, not so thrilling for those who have. [Issue#26, p.81]

A treat, albeit a masochistic and frustrating one. [Issue#21, p.89]

Undercover doesn’t break any barriers or bring anything new to the table, but there is no denying that it’s just downright fun.

Not all that original, but the Balance Board makes it a unique prospect.

Worth a look if you don’t mind the frustration when you try to get good at it.

Much as we like the MS-10 sounds, this kind of thing is better done on a computer.

The groundwork for an amazing Spider-Man game is here, but Web Of Shadows doesn’t reach its potential.

At a quid a pop, this is good value. Most of the mini-games have lasting appeal.

A poor DS conversion attempt, this version does wrong everything that the console versions finally got right.

This is so sugary it'll make you puke...unless you're a ten-year-old girl, and then it's brilliant. [Issue#17, p.92]

Holy licence to print money! They’ve done it again. For the moment, the LEGO game formula is still working its magic.

One of the hardest games you’ll ever play. If you want a real challenge, here it is.

The price makes it more attractive, but there are much better racers out there.

Very easy to pick up and play, but once you know your way around it there’s nothing left to discover. Tedious.

Strong Bad can be very funny, and this first episode is a great start for the fans. We just wish it were longer and cheaper.

The visuals are decent and the shooting’s precise, but it’s just too short.

Plenty of events to try, but swiping the stylus al the time soon gets tiring. [Issue#24, p.77]

The single-player sinks, but the multiplayer battle mode floats our boat. [Issue#24, p.24]

While it’s not on the epic scale of most Final Fantasy games, there’s still enough to enjoy in Chocobo’s Dungeon. Not bad.

Okay if you can get it cheap, but there are far too many better party titles out there.

Not a bad puzzler, with a fun multiplayer mode, but it's a little bland to look at. [Issue#25, p.78]

No different to "Guitar Hero III," but great nonetheless. [Issue#26, p.72]

The characters will win your heart. [Issue#25, p.74]

Six simple sporting events that will provide some fun for the summer. [Issue#24, p.76]

An attempt at a realistic tennis sim that doesn't quite come off. [Issue#24, p.76]

Tennis with the fun taken out, although some may appreciate the realism. [Issue#26, p.79]

Kudos to Vicarious Visions for trying. [Issue#25, p.70]

This heavily watered-down version of Rock Band is still the best multiplayer music game available on the Wii... for now. [Issue#25, p.66]

It's fun enough, but older gamers won't like the simplicity, while younger gamers may not know the franchise. [Issue#25, p.73]

Fans of the original may not like the changes, but it does have a reinvigorated feel. [Issue#25, p.79]

It lacks the precision of the old Sega rod, but it's still great fun to play. [Issue#25, p.79]

An intriguing game, but one that may not hold your interest for that long.

An enjoyable and quirky little rhythm-action game that is clearly aimed at younger musical prodigies. [Issue #24, p.67]

More suited to a younger audience. It wears thin after a while, but cheap thrills can easily tempt you back. [Issue#25, p.77]

Great for young kids, but not so much fun for serious gamers. [Issue#23, p.64]

The multiplayer modes are fun, but it'll never be as good as "Tetris." [Issue#24, p.27]

If it only lasted longer. Even at the low price, it's not great value for the money. [Issue#24, p.28]

Not in the same league as "Wii Sports," but the curling and figure skating games here are worth playing. [Issue#22, p.68]

A gentle, accessible alternative to "SSX Blur." It won't set your world on fire, but hte Happy Ski resort is well worth a visit. [Issue #24, p.64]

Not an RPG, and not much to do at first, but it does get more interesting. [Issue#24, p.26]

It's a fun family/party game and the Miis are often very amusing. Not bad. [Issue#24, p.28]

Effortlessly entertaining and guaranteed to cause a few giggles, but shallow.

A fun gimmick, but it does wear thin quickly and you won't come back for more once you've had your fill. [Issue#26, p.70]

A great kids game. Teens and adults without children, however, may not find Boom Blox so entertaining. [Issue#23, p.72]

Not bad, really - certainly better than the very disappointing Wii version. [Issue#23, p.79]

Dream Pinball 3D isn't exactly what we dreamed of, but it's solid enough to keep most pinball wizards occupied for a while. [Issue#23, p.75]

A funny and fairly entertaining challenge. [Issue#21, p.88]

Not a terrible game but if you want to be scared witless, go for Resi 4 instead. [Issue#22, p.78]

Worse still is the complete lack of online play. Why are Wii gamers constantly gipped of this mode? [Issue#21, p.72]

There are better sports games on the Wii, and far, far better versions of Pro Evo in the world of videogames. A shame. [Issue#21, p.74]

Does little to improve upon the franchise’s inherent faults. This is one series that should not survive to see a fourth outing.

It's fun, it's just not top of the table. [Issue#20, p.88]

It's great to have more Zapper action but we reckon Sega could have put a bit more effort into this one. [Issue#21, p.68]

It gets annoyingly repetitive towards the latter stages. [Issue#22, p.87]

Still decent fun on the Wii, but it hasn't advanced during the decade since it appeared in arcades. [Issue#21, p.84]

Ten games for 20 quid is a bit steep and in the end, without the lure of a proper scientific brain age hook, it's all a bit 'so what.' [Issue#22, p.86]

It's intriguing throughout. [Issue#20, p.86]

Ideal for anyone looking for a very casual RPG, but DQ Swords will prove far too simple a game for almost anyone else. [Issue#23, p.70]

A limp, insipid futuristic racer with dodgy controls and weak gameplay. You can do much better, as can Sega. [Issue#19, p.86]

The combat system's not particularly deep and there's a fair bit of faffing around talking to people, but Draglade is a quirky, fun and accessible game that will appeal to anyone looking for a different approach to a standard fighter. [Issue#23, p.74]

Painfully thin. [Issue#19, p.88]

Good clean fun. [Issue#17, p.84]

It's a giggle. [Issue#17, p.93]

The relative blandness of the Wii's visuals and the slightly unresponsive Remote steering make an average game of what could have been a belter. [Issue#18, p.85]

Critics have been a bit snooty about the game but with 20,000 questions on offer and graded skill levels, it works well despite the basic presentation. It's a good, unfussy family night. [Issue#19, p.89]

The perfect treat for players who are content with light snacks. [Issue#21, p.86]

It should be unutterably dull but it's weirdly addictive. [Issue#21, p.89]

It's all a bit repetitive and distinctly unoriginal. [Issue#17, p.91]

If you fancy a bit of no-frills drifting action, this is a safe bet. [Issue#17, p.92]

Combat can get a bit repetitive, but the spooky atmosphere is spot on. [Issue#23, p.79]

It's all over a bit quickly, but it's good fun and quite challenging while it lasts. [Issue#17, p.93]

At least we got a good workout out of it. [Issue#22, p.76]

Harmless, family fun. [Issue#17, p.91]

Decent but unspectacular, Donkey Kong Jet Race can be fun in spite of its many flaws. Wait for it to land in the bargain bins. [Issue#19, p.76]

It's always good to see innovation like this. [Issue#19, p.89]

Too much tedious dialogue. [Issue#17, p.93]

A must for anyone looking for something a bit different to "Tiger Woods." [Issue#25, p.78]

A solid, good-looking game that gets a bit bogged down in its own complexity. [Issue#26, p.79]