It's fairly easy but still makes for a pretty, touching story. [July 2009, p.74]

Konami's willingness to put the Wii's controls to good use without making a gimmick-laden game pays off once again - Dewy is great fun, if slightly infuriating for all the right reason. [Dec 2007, p.78]

A classy, thoughtful update that packages the best of the previous Wii Fit games with some ace new mini-games. A genuinely fun flab-shifter. [Jan 2014, p.84]

It's the kind of unique game that the Wii was made for. [Aug 2007, p.94]

A really taxing, enjoyable romp that's only let down by some irritating combat.

Bar some tiny niggles, it's easily the best wrestling game since the N64 glory days.

Lacklustre cats and familiar pooches, but still an engaging and adorable pet sim. [Apr 2011, p.102]

Lacklustre cats and familiar pooches, but still an engaging and adorable pet sim. [Apr 2011, p.102]

Lacklustre cats and familiar pooches, but still an engaging and adorable pet sim. [Apr 2011, p.102]

A deep, engrossing tactical-strategy RPG weighing in with several weeks of play. [Nov 2007, p.93]

A great update to an already addictive game, at an affordable price. [Nov 2009, p.103]

A handful of niggles, but not enough to stop this from being more accessible and enjoyable than its predecessor.

It's not quite as well-rounded as "Mario & Sonic" but still offers some great gameplay. [July 2008, p.96]

The kick up the backside the series needed. It's a little low on laughs but great fun nonetheless.

Like many NES games, TwinBee is very difficult and there are no continues - but it never seems unfair so even if you're getting pummeled, you'll feel like going back in for more punishment.

As long as you aren't interested in motion controls, it's the best tennis game on Wii. [June 2011, p.100]

Okay, so Excite Truck skips a few beats in the way of options and multiplayer modes. But at its core it's a fantastic racer with stunning speed and awesome gameplay. [Feb 2007, p.58]

With great controls and an involving plot, this is one title that's well worth conquering. [July 2009, p.90]

The fourth Micro Machines game does the franchise proud with a host of cars, some very inventive tracks and multiplayer gameplay more addictive than chocolate milk. [Nov 2006, p.80]

Charming, clever and compelling all at once, this game does everything right.

A cute exterior masks a hardcore heart - it might be brutally hard but it'll have you coming back for more. [Nov 2008, p.94]

Loads to do, tons of moves, great action and numerous characters to play with. This is a vast game that has plenty of Dragon Ball Z characters and plots for the fans. [Mar 2007, p.82]

An addictive, lovingly created rhythm game and a treat for Final Fantasy fans, though it can get a bit repetitive at times.

It's action-packed, has an involving story and loads of customisation options. [June 2007, p.80]

A generally fantastic series of games let down by some very shoddy ports.

Sure, its very nature dictates it's a dumbed down take on a sophisticated shooter but it's a classy, atmospheric and very exciting action title nonetheless, pipping Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles and House Of The Dead to the Wii's best blaster crown.

A good value Punch-Out! clone. [June 2010, p.95]

Despite sometimes feeling like a dry run for LEGO City: Undercover, this is rescued (aptly) by some brilliant heroes and top DC affection.

There's no fighting game quite like Dragon Ball Z, and BT3 plays brilliantly. [Feb 2008, p.78]

Weapons are more numerous and better balanced this time. [May 2010, p.82]

Original, polished and heaps of fun, this is one of the finest shooters available on the DS.

Classy RPG gaming for a younger crowd. Buy it for your kid brother, then borrow it when no-one's looking. [Nov 2008, p.88]

As freeform a game as you're likely to get, offering depth beyond measure. [Jan 2008, p.80]

Simple but highly addictive. [Aug 2011, p.92]

Conduit 2 is a huge improvement over the original game. It's still not without its problems, such as its awkward controls and the B-movie production values but it's still well worth a look if you're a fan of first-person shooters.

The best wrestling game on a Nintendo console since the N64 glory days. Impressive.

If you've already got this from the Wii Virtual Console, the 3D doesn't justify the price, but for everyone else this is another ace Kirby game.

Fast paced, challenging and totally mental, this is a pumping update of the ancient shooter. [Aug 2008, p.87]

The story is nothing new and the spaceship parts are a bit rubbish, but Lunar Knights is an action-packed quest with plenty of depth and non-stop battling. [Apr 2007, p.86]

This surpasses expectations. It looks great, has fantastic online features and the course editor is brilliant. If only the cars felt a little more like cars. [Oct 2007, p.90]

A classic reworked to its former glory. This works well on othe DS and is great fun, but the silly amount of depth makes it excessively complicated too. [May 2007, p.76]

This is a game that everyone - young and old - can enjoy, even if it lacks the extra pizzazz of Pullblox. [Aug 2012, p.102]

It's great for Hawk's newbies but its stripped down nature won't please veterans who'll want more open worlds to explore. [Christmas 2006, p.86]

It's not a great port and we'd have liked more content, but the quality gameplay shines through.

It's not very easy to get to grips with but once it clicks it's very difficult to put down. [Sept 2010, p.91]

Not as intuitive as Pullblox or Tetris, but Speedthru: Potzols Puzzle is challenging and addictive. Every bit as fun as it is stressful.

Compulsive to play...Just a shame it's a little short. [July 2009, p.94]

If you like your fighting retro then Ultimate Mortal Kombat is the game for you, and the addition of "Puzzle Kombat" and Wi-Fi combat makes it a great package. [Feb 2008, p.70]

With six fantasy courses, Mario isn't taking his golf that seriously, but tournaments and challenges ensure there's plenty for serious sports fan to enjoy.

This is one spin-off that actually tries to mix things up a bit. One for pop music fans.

It might make the hardcore gamer in us cringe at its mainstream appeal, but that doesn't make it any less enjoyable. [Feb 2008, p.85]

Better than being in the arcades and with more extras than an all-you-can-eat buffet, Ghost Squad gets a high five from us. Future shooters take note: the bar has been set high. [Feb 2008, p.68]

Like a pack of footy stickers, you'll find bits you want and bits you don't. Perhaps not the shiny Nintendo gem we'd hoped for, but a fun return to form.

It's Smash Bros. with a shorter lifespan and less interesting characters, but still fun nonetheless. [Nov 2009, p.72]

The best football game currently on 3DS. [Feb 2012, p.104]

Plays brilliantly, but is slightly hampered by its reliance on the original code. [Feb 2014, p.87]

A desperate struggle for survival makes a smooth transition into a compulsive chase for a high score. [Christmas 2014, p.95]

If there were a little more variety to the gameplay, this would be damn nigh essential. As it is, it's a high-end, polished game that'll crease your chops into an appreciative grin.

The nuts and bolts of the game remain exactly the same, but the branching storyline adds a whole new layer of depth. Splinter Cell fans will love this without being hugely surprised by it. [Dec 2006, p.84]

Not the most original gameplay style but its looks and humour more than compensate.

A joyous little platformer that show how WiiWare should be done, but it's all over too soon. [July 2008, p.80]

It's an absolute hoot but if you're after a meaty challenge, you definitely won't find it here.

It's certainly not the most subtle game in the world but if you're old enough to play it Scarface is a joy. It's a shame it looks like it was made five years ago, though. [Aug 2007, p.84]

An extremely rewarding tour of duty for the DS. [Jan 2008, p.76]

It's currently the best racing simulation on the Wii by default but it's a good racer in its own right too. [Nov 2008, p.80]

Lots to recommend about this update of the '08 game. Shame there's not more of it though.

For those who fancy some non-serious gridiron action it's worth a look. [Nov 2009, p.98]

Proof that fun games can come out of very simple ideas. [Mar 2011, p.103]

It's not motion-sensing genius but Metal Slug doesn't have to be. It's the craziest, most action-packed shooter ever and there's room for games like this outside the Virtual Console. [Apr 2007, p.87]

A brilliantly tongue in cheek take on the first three movies. [Aug 2008, p.100]

It's a tad repetitive, but easily one of the best Alien releases on a Nintendo system.

A brilliant premise which offers hours of fun, but ultimately falls foul of its own ambition. [Nov 2009, p.92]

With a few tweaks it could've been a classic. [Jan 2011, p.82]

Link up with other DS owners and this is essential. [Jan 2008, p.88]

The DS once again proves the perfect platform for the real time strategy genre. [Sept 2007, p.88]

A decent remake and one worth the attention of puzzle fans everywhere. [Nov 2008, p.104]

A flawed but very impressive romp that really puts the DS through its paces. [July 2008, p.78]

Hugely addictive, but that price is nothing short of scandalous. [Apr 2010, p.92]

A must-buy for any newcomers. [Christmas 2007, p.78]

The woeful AI and a few clumsy sections detract from what's otherwise a really enjoyable arcade-style experience. But it looks and sounds great and there are enough unlockables to warrant a second and third playthrough.

A smart, addictive strategy offering that's among DSiWare's very finest games. [Christmas 2009, p.102]

The third chapter is just as entertaining as the first two, even if it's a little short. [Dec 2009, p.97]

Insanely hard retro magic. [Apr 2010, p.90]

As great as it is, we can't believe we've waited two years for this. [June 2008, p.80]

A great setting and lots of top shocks - Cursed Mountain is chilling in every sense. [Oct 2009, p.78]

An essential purchase at a great price. As long as you don't own Drill Spirits, this is superb. [June 2010, p.94]

The sort of unique, simple and fun game the Wii needs and does so well. But frustrating hitches and sub-standard graphics tarnish what could have been a classic. [Apr 2007, p.72]

It's not much to look at but Reflect Missile is one of the finest DSi games available. [Jan 2010, p.83]

While it's not a huge step up from last time, the added modes make it a more complete experience. [Mar 2008, p.72]

If you're after a 'serious' football game on the Wii you could do a heck of a lot worse than FIFA 08. If you had concerns about the controls, don't worry - it works. [Dec 2007, p.82]

A great puzzler and the sort of title we'd like to see more of on WiiWare. [July 2008, p.83]

The perfect example of a WiiWare game: simple to play yet hard to put down. [Aug 2010, p.94]

How does NST keep Mario/DK feeling so fresh? Yet another clever and expansive puzzle game, if not exactly the most relaxing example of the genre.

With a bit more to it we'd have no issues giving this a Gold Award. As it is, it's great fun but far too short. [Oct 2008, p.84]

A fun Mario sports title and the best looking game on the DS. [Dec 2006, p.80]

It's as close to the Potter world as you're likely to get in a videogame an dis fun to play too. [Aug 2007, p.74]

A fun little game that will keep you busy for a while. Just don't expect it to throw you any wild surprises, other than the main control system itself. [Christmas 2007, p.85]

Picross DS is still the best version of the game, but for those new to Picross this is a brilliant introduction.