Minor gameplay changes mark this as one for fans only. [Sept 2011, p.69]

A chilled action-RPG that ditches combat for crafting and exploration. [Issue#265, p.56]

A pleasant trip down memory lane that’ll appeal to nostalgics and casuals.

Ronin's turn-based combat is a breath of fresh air. A solid game in spite of its brevity. [Aug 2015, p.64]

A realistic, but relatively bland title that's part recruitment poster and part tame FPS. [Sept 2009, p.62]

Look, there is nothing wrong with Halo Wars 2... as a bonus game that comes free with Halo 6 or whatever. But as a premium, full-priced title? No. No, we deserve more than this. A franchise like Halo, with its rich fictional universe, its cool unit design, its super-clear mix of human and alien factions, deserves more than this.

The question is, will user created content be enough to keep the less hardcore Spore fan interested? [Sept 2009, p.66]

A thoroughly enjoyable, if somewhat diluted return to a cult favourite franchise. [Apr 2014, p.50]

Thematically undercooked, but this clever puzzler does feature progressively exciting level design. [Oct 2013, p.85]

Evochron gives you the tools and the universe, but it's up to you to find a purpose. [Issue#185, p.66]

Exploding heads and taking drugs is fun for a while. [Issue#256, p.65]

The high price and lack of polish make this one to avoid for now. For art-deco die-hards only. [Jan 2014, p.93]

A promising start to an atmospheric series, ironically let down by its puzzles. [Sept 2010, p.63]

An astounding story wrapped in frustrating, illogical adventure gameplay. [July 2010, p.59]

Beautiful graphics don't make up for the oddly empty feeling inside. [Issue#185, p.68]

If you haven’t played Lost Planet before, and mindless shooting of various people/things in some gorgeous locales is your cup of tea, the budget price sounds just about right. But for everyone else, it’s safe to give this one a miss. [Aug 2008, p.62]

Mercenaries 2 put me off from the get go, however it has an ace up its sleeve. Yep – explosions. Right at the start of the game you pick up a grenade launcher, and start gleefully blowing stuff away. [Dec 2008, p.74]

Dracula: Origin is an average point-and-click Adventure game with a few cool new features. The Dracula theme is the game’s biggest plus, and starved adventure fans may have fun with it as long as they think outside the square. [Jul 2008, p.56]

If you're going to buy Homefront, do so for the multiplayer. The campaign is six hours you'll never get back. [Apr 2011, p.52]

Intricate detail and strategy make for an excellent value release for the serious war-gamer. [Sept 2011, p.62]

The Last Starfighter of Political Science. [June 2011, p.68]

A poor interface and repetitive, hard-to-follow action unfortunately limit Sengoku's already niche appeal. [Dec 2011, p.64]

Versatile, detailed play combines with alternative history to provide hours of squishing little men under heavy automatons. [Nov 2013, p.84]

While the first few hours are incredible, sadly a lack of depth in handling and content leads to a game that needs a few more hours in the oven. [Issue#253, p.58]

Not enough content and too much grinding detracts from the great cast of characters and great presentation. [Issue#252, p.58]

Beautiful to look at and stunning to listen to but lacking any real depth when it actually comes to play. [Sept 2014, p.52]

As a singleplayer campaign, Gratuitous Tank Battles is a glancing hit, but it still offers a deep and intricate take on tower defence. [Aug 2012, p.59]

Utilises the amazing PC technology of today to be, eh, okay. [Issue#261, p.68]