Old flaws remain and no online play, but it's still compulsive and challenging. [Apr 2011, p.92]

It's a pity Capcom hasn't optimised this for Wii, but this is a great chance to get reacquainted. [Jan 2010, p.70]

Lovely art design and catchy tunes make this a pleasure to play, but it lacks the precision of, say, Elite Beat Agents or Maestro! Jump In Music.

One for fans of the genre only. [Jan 2009, p.78]

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

A nice take on the Pirates films, but it's too simplistic for seasoned gamers.

Ridiculously addictive. [May 2008, p.82]

Some great games let down by a clunky port. Worth it for fans of the films, mind.

Something of a rarity - a licensed game that's actually fun. It's no "Resident Evil" but it'll keep the young ones entertained for a while, even if it's a rather short while. [Oct 2006, p.92]

A real curio, this is a smart, original title that isn't quite as enjoyable as it wants to be. [July 2009, p.84]

It's a classy package and certainly the best Raving Rabbids game yet but please, we don't need any more.

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.

It would take a flinty heart not to be moved when iconic characters come into play. [Dec 2013, p.82]

First impressions aren't great, but get past its awkward exterior and this is a decent racer. [Nov 2009, p.96]

Sure, it's a mini-game compilation, but it's as good an example of the genre as we've seen. [Apr 2009, p.84]

Great handling and superb graphics. [Nov 2009, p.99]

It has its annoyances, but this is a consummate party game package that everyone can enjoy. [Jan 2008, p.90]

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]

Accessible beat-'em-up that puts on a dazzling display. Comic fans will love its use of DC, but shallow gameplay puts this in the 'luxury purchase' bracket.

Lego Batman 2 is a basic game underneath the blocky cowl, but there's so much Bat-flavoured goodness here that fans will have a blast.

It's worth a go. [Christmas 2010, p.80]

A better attempt at capturing Olympic spirit than the Wii version, but still not meaty enough.

This light puzzler will give your grey matter a decent workout, but it isn't very deep. [Oct 2009, p.87]

Compelling and addictive. [Sept 2008, p.101]

An entertaining RPG that doesn't have enough depth to make it essential.

The game's so dark in places, it's almost unplayable if you don't have a lite. [Jan 2009, p.98]

It's not perfect by any means but it's great to see an original take on a familiar genre. [May 2010, p.83]

It's more or less identical to that of the Wii version. [Christmas 2011, p.103]

The eShop couldn't have hoped for a more unique interesting title on day one. [Jan 2013, p.106]

An accomplished DS game with a great story, if you can deal with the shaky driving sections. [Christmas 2010, p.72]

A neat puzzle game with a surprisingly entertaining multiplayer mode. [Christmas 2009, p.101]

Attractive tennis with a Mario twist, but hobbled by hard-to-aim motion controls.

Though the game varies from too restrictive to too free, it's an excellent little sandbox for learning to draw your favourite Pokémon.

Role-playing fans will get a good 30 hours of quality gaming out of Magical Starsign. It has its hitches, but if you can work with them there's a great adventure to be had. [Feb 2007, p.66]

It does as much as it could with a genre that's older than most people reading this. [June 2010, p.96]

Dancing fans will lap it up. [July 2009, p.93]

It's not the most original game in the world but we enjoyed this cute platformer. [Feb 2010, p.85]

Lumpy in places, thumpy in others, this is generally good fun. [Dec 2013, p.86]

At its best, Cooking Mama is one of the best touch-screen games around, but some unnecessarily fiddly moments mean that it doesn't quite hit the heights of "Trauma Center" or "WarioWare." [Christmas 2006, p.66]

Stylish, vintage puzzling let down slightly by some wonky controls. [Jan 2009, p.96]

Playing Madden NFL 07 is like when crisp companies started doing foil-wrapped crisps. Although you're promised a new experience, it's pretty much the same thing, though it's still pretty good. [Oct 2006, p.90]

Addictive and good for a quick play, but there isn't much to it and the price is too high. [Mar 2011, p.102]

Nowhere near classic status, but this is a welcome companion to "Metroid Prime: Corruption." [July 2009, p.78]

Regardless of how much polish Decades has over its predecessor, the fact remains that the DS game will never be more than a simulation of a simulation; a short-term novelty that just makes you wish you were playing the real Guitar Hero games instead.

Spyro hasn't the strength to soar into the realms of a must buy title but he's got more than enough stamina to hover above the current crop of average platformers. [Christmas 2007, p.74]

The multiplayer pillar is wobbly, but a lightness of touch elsewhere keeps the game steady. Not a stellar year for Call of Duty, but solid enough. [Jan 2014, p.78]

It may not have much replay value once all the puzzles are done, but it's a fun story with some real head-scratchers.

If your family likes sitting around a table playing cards then Jungle Speed is just about worth a pop. [May 2009, p.86]

This feels more like Guitar Hero Lite than a proper instalment in the classic rhythm action series. [Sept 2008, p.78]

A decent grown-up game for the DS with some neat ideas and a great plot, but the slow pace may frustrate people looking for a little more hard-boiled excitement. [Apr 2007, p.80]

With a full Disney wardrobe and iconic film sets, it's a must have for Disney fans.

It's no Chinatown Wars but retro gamers will enjoy spotting the stolen GTA features. [May 2010, p.90]

An interesting game that gets better the more you practice at it. [Jan 2010, p.85]

Unashamedly old-school, this puts gameplay fairly ahead of gloss. [Aug 2010, p.96]

It gets repetitive, but there's lots to like and plenty of content in here. [Nov 2011, p.95]

A deep, thought-provoking title, but be warned: it's very peculiar and very slow-paced. [May 2009, p.75]

Frenetic and well tailored to the handheld, but lacks story and features.

The only real issue are the loading times. [Feb 2012, p.100]

The Wii controls don't always work too well and it's no treat for the eyes, but overall this is a highly playable game. [Nov 2007, p.78]

It's a little easy, but it's not for hardened gamers. [Oct 2010, p.91]

Forget the license behind it, this is a lovely little 2D brawler. [May 2013, p.79]

Slightly more than a re-skin of FIFA 10, but not quite enough to make this definitive. [May 2010, p.84]

This has two perfect ports, both of which are fun, but a new game would have been much better. [May 2008, p.88]

A bit boring if you're on your own, but add some friends to the mix and this is a chuckle. [May 2010, p.91]

This is an enjoyable strategy game with an emphasis on progress and reward. [Apr 2009, p.74]

Vintage stuff. [Sept 2009, p.93]

This is what you'd get if you crossed "Metroid Prime" with an isometric shooter and a dash of the movie "Aliens." [Jan 2007, p.76]

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

This works well as a gateway into Square-Enix games, but experienced RPG fans will tire quickly.

A beautiful shooter hampered only by its being too small for the grand scale it implies. [Christmas 2012, p.96]

Its difficulty curve may frustrate younger gamers, but Squids Odyssey is a fun and unique, turn-based action game that's worth spending a few squids on. [May 2014, p.85]

This isn't a kitchen nightmare, but nor is it a triumph. [June 2007, p.76]

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

A nice idea, but progress is too easy, and high scores are too tricky. [Christmas 2010, p.93]

Sing Party shows off the huge potential the Wii U has for games of this genre. A few fixes could make it definitive but right now it remains simply solid.

Spore Hero is fun for the most part, but a few frustrating annoyances mean it falls just short.

There's not much new here, but this is a gently humorous adventure that Indy fans will enjoy.

A shameless imitation of Castlevania, but it's actually a solid platfomer/RPG. [Sept 2010, p.95]

If it was much longer it'd be the best Donkey Kong game ever. Great while it lasts, but way too short! [July 2009, p.82]

A decent tower defence game that serves as a solid introduction to the genre. [Christmas 2009, p.103]

Had this been four times longer it would have been one of our favourite games. [March 2013, p.92]

No, it's not that much different from last time, but that doesn't stop it being just as much fun. Definitely worth a look. [Aug 2008, p.94]

It's very pleasant, but you feel like you're passing the time, rather than having fun. [March 2012, p.107]

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

No, it's not that much different from last time, but that doesn't stop it being just as much fun. Definitely worth a look. [Aug 2008, p.94]

The best dedicated golf game on the Wii so far. [June 2007, p.82]

Although some might turn their nose up at Walk With Me! and what it sets out to do, if you're looking for a useful keep-fit aid or are thrilled by cleverly-presented data, there's no doubt this is a worthy investment.

A good start for the series. It's just a shame it looks so shabby and is already out of date.

We still balk at the effort here, but this remains a good DS game for under a tenner. [Apr 2010, p.91]

Good fun but lacking the polish that makes Mario Kart Wii the definitive kart racer. [Mar 2010, p.76]

For wi-fi multiplayer there's nothing better on DSi but otherwise it's a little lacking. [Jan 2010, p.84]

The very definition of a mixed bag, Game & Wario is innovative, but stingy with it; silly, but a bit of a slog. Beware the bad eggs, cherish the prize ones. [July 2013, p.82]

Provides slightly generic, predictable platform action but has enough variety and class to stand up to scrutiny. So much so that those not into Lightsabers might have fun. [Feb 2007, p.68]

A solid racer only let down by some muggy looking cars. Just about worth your points. [Aug 2009, p.101]

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

A good kart racer with plenty of content. A solid, if inferior, alternative to Mario Kart DS. [Mar 2010, p.84]

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

This is easily the best version of Ninja Gaiden 3, but it's not quite the action masterpiece that fans have come to expect from the series.