Toy Story 3 is that rarest of beasts, a movie tie-in that's actually fun and does justice to the film.

As ever, this game will get under your skin. Little need for Tetris Party vets to shell out though.

The attention to detail, the personality, the tiny touches; this feels like a game that someone loved making, and you'll love playing it as a result.

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]

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

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 decent Mega Man outing, just one that disappoints with its willingness to lazily sit back and join the dots rather than trying to push the DS hardware at all. [Aug 2007, p.78]

A fresh take on cooking games, Order Up isn't just another mini-game compilation. [Nov 2008, p.78]

A new and promising hybrid that could lead the way for more collaboration. [Nov 2014, p.78]

The ideal way to get into Wii gaming. It's funny, simple and approachable, and gamers and non-gamers alike should get something out of it. [Christmas 2006, p.62]

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

Overlook the odd glitch and this is a fitting tribute to a cherished movie franchise.

There's no doubting the quality of the game but veterans really won't be getting anything new here, so we can only recommend this to players who have yet to see where it all started. And even they might find the controls long past their sell by date.

Ultimately scuppered by its lack of variety. [Christmas 2012, p.106]

An enjoyable, idiosyncratic experience. Plus you don't have to ask about their holidays. [Sept 2009, p.92]

Its undeniable charm straddles a proud foundation of good, old-fashioned platformer mechanics. [Apr 2011, p.85]

Joker is a massive jump forwards from the first GBC game of '98. In terms of depth, storyline and sense of real adventure and progression, it's an enjoyable and compulsive game. [Feb 2008, p.76]

As a true Resident Evil game it'll disappoint but as a lightgun game with depth and atmosphere, it's a great package. [Jan 2008, p.66]

Basic. [Nov 2009, p.99]

Good old-fashioned strategic action. [Mar 2008, p.68]

Enjoyable Japanese RPG that, despite the graphical overhaul, is showing its age.

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.

Vibrant combat and lush Disney worlds atone for the dud dual-character idea. [Aug 2012, p.97]

The arcadey approach is an interesting diversion for the series and one that just about pays off. [Nov 2009, p.80]

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

It's got a lot of style and the substance shows up eventually but it's well short of classic status.

From time to time a game really creeps out of nowhere and takes you by surprise. A handheld version of a cult PC game, Trackmania is one such gem. [Dec 2008, p.96]

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

A massive handheld RPG crafted with incredible attention to detail and a real sense of fun. [Apr 2010, p.86]

The game's 60 levels and randomly-generated daily missions promise some meaty longevity. Nice. [Oct 2012, p.94]

A nostalgic treat for those who owned a C64 but too punishing and dated for young ones. [July 2008, p.82]

Level-5 successfully overcomes our Inazuma fatigue with a cheery addition to the series that is a great hopping-on point for newcomers. Good stuff.

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]

The lack of any online features is a crying shame, but for 3D racing it's fantastic. [Apr 2011, p.86]

A great art package for anyone who wants to learn about basic painting techniques.

Gets the nod for its accessible controls and online gameplay. It's definitely more about multiplayer though. [Aug 2008, p.91]

A solid knockabout. [July 2009, p.96]

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

Beautiful, action-packed and crazy as hell to boot. [May 2008, p.75]

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]

Nintendo keeps promising us new ways to play on Wii U and we can't help but feel KnapNok might have got there first. There's nothing else quite like this.

Tight, breathless platforming challenge. [Oct 2013, p.80]

Flawed, but this is a unique, rewarding experience. [Apr 2010, p.85]

It's good to see Kingdom Hearts on the DS, but this is not up to the standard of previous efforts. [Dec 2009, p.84]

A great looking title with highly addictive mini-games. [July 2007, p.70]

Works well as a gateway into Square-Enix games, but experienced RPG fans will tire quickly. [May 2009, p.78]

An interesting and stylish game that unfortunately lacks the charm necessary to cover the problems of the port.

One for the game-starved only. [May 2013, p.78]

Hypnotically odd. [Dec 2013, p.88]

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

It's not a bad game by any means. Fans of the series will still enjoy it but don't expect the same insane difficulty that makes the other games so engrossing.

If you're a Spider-Man fan, this is completely essential. If not, it's still worth a look if you want a fun action-adventure game.

Like the world's darkest buffet, Blacklist offers a lot to choose from, but all of it seems a tad undercooked. This is almost always good, but very rarely great.

Worth a look, so long as you don't mind paying a little extra for a fairly basic idea. [Mar 2011, p.103]

More of the same, which is no bad thing at all. If you loved the first, you'll feel the same about the second.

A surprisingly full-featured handheld shooter. [Christmas 2010, p.69]

Fun but the lack of local multiplayer and the inflated price are just bewildering. [Jan 2011, p.92]

A large collection of Tetris variations. Some are excellent, some forgettable.

Despite being scaled down to fit on the handheld, this is another fine addition to the DS's huge RPG roster.

More of the same, which is no bad thing at all. If you loved the first, you'll feel the same about the second.

While the single-player experience can be shallow, this game really shines in multiplayer. [Christmas 2006, p.82]

It's nothing short of an ingenious set-up and, while there's the odd glitch, in general matches are fast-paced and exciting.

The seeds of discontent yield one of the fullest Harvest Moon crops in recent years. Be sure to stick with it through the slow bits: you'll thank us for it.

It's not perfect but this is a breathless, enjoyable dogfighter. [Apr 2010, p.76]

It's shorter than we'd like, but completists will get their money's worth. [July 2011, p.92]

Purists will probably be outraged at the change to the gameplay mechanics. [Aug 2007, p.92]

You've really got to wonder how much longer the fun will last. [Dec 2008, p.101]

More of the same really. Fans of the previous versions will probably love it but the controls are still suspect.

Superb hand-drawn graphics Great voice acting Hint mode is a nice touch New scenes and puzzles.

An addictive racer with some nice frills, though all but the most dogged may be driven crazy.

A clever puzzle game that will have you thinking and shaking at the same time. [Christmas 2009, p.101]

We loved it, but we understand a lot of people might not. A niche experience then, but a great one. [Sept 2008, p.88]

One of the better-looking WiiWare games, with gameplay to match. Gets difficult though.

Better than the Wii U version... It's beautiful and slightly boring. [May 2013, p.86]

There's nothing sophisticated under the hood but the choreography is great fun and the music selection is brilliant.

Had Sonic Chronicles simply been a standard RPG with generic characters in it, it would still have been a fantastic title. The fact that it actually features familiar faces and backgrounds only adds to the enjoyment.

This is very hard to put down. [Oct 2010, p.82]

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

A dreamy platformer. [Nov 2013, p.81]

It's a genuine opinion-splitter. [July 2014, p.80]

Wait for Shin Megami Tensei 4. [Nov 2013, p.88]

An action game in the sense that everything depends on your actions, Hana Samurai is hamstrung only by its length. If it were a bit more fleshed out, this would be among the very best of the 3DS eShop.

It's sorely lacking an online leaderboard as well. [May 2010, p.91]

Crams in as much as possible and pushes the Wii to its limits. A fitting swansong for Wii wrestling. [Christmas 2012, p.104]

SSX Blur looks great and plays brilliantly. The controls don't try to make you feel like a boarder - they just make you feel in touch with the game, and that's what the Wii is all about. [Apr 2007, p.76]

So familiar it's basically an old friend by now. If you've liked it before, you'll like it now.

The relatively high price is a bit of a turn-off. [Sept 2012, p.107]

Great while it lasts, but gives you an immense feeling of guilt afterwards. [Aug 2010, p.93]

It goes without saying that WWE 12 is mainly for diehards who want an update on last year's title. While the gameplay hasn't changed enough for casual fans to update there are enough customisation options to keep fans of the squared circle busy until next year.

It offers nothing new but it's a Guitar Hero game with nearly 50 of the best songs in the series' history, so that's not a bad thing.

The sheer number of characters and fighting styles on offer mean you'll be practicing it for months to come. [Apr 2009, p.87]

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

There is simply no excuse for the moronic squad members who appear to have hopped into Medal of Honor from the nearest pond. [Feb 2008, p.72]

A great expansion for the DS game. [June 2010, p.94]

Even those who've been here many times before will want to get stuck in again. [Christmas 2007, p.84]

A brave attempt to make stylus-controlled racing work which pays off surprisingly well. [Apr 2009, p.82]

Five-a-side is a great addition. Just as well, as the rest is mostly similar to last year's game.

This game is all about trial and error. You will die frequently and tragically. [Sept 2014, p.82]