When it's not going out of its way to be terrible, Syndicate is simply mediocre. [May 2012, p.54]

A brilliant treatment of feudalism in terms of strategy and story, but requires major investment to overcome information overload. [May 2012, p.52]

A surprisingly detailed add-in for this controversially received sequel. New approaches to encounter design and smarter enemies stand out, although story remains a strong feature.

A disjointed approach to play harms The Missing Link's value to Human Revolution's main story arc.

One of the best bat-and-ballers since Breakout itself.

Don't let the name fool you: Unepic is huge, but whether players will want to see the quest to its ends is another matter. [Apr 2012, p.66]

An amateur effort that comes together well in places, but also one that gives no real incentive to buy it. If only the writing was a little funnier. [Apr 2012, p.67]

An intriguing idea that the franchise is yet to live up to. [Apr 2012, p.64]

Fast and flashy combat in a shallow fantasy world. For the solo MMO player only. [Apr 2012, p.62]

Simple controls don't mean a simple game. A great game for those of you up for fiendishly complex battle. [Apr 2012, p.60]

A masterful rendition to the franchise. [Apr 2012, p.58]

A frustrating, obtuse, weirdly satisfying experience, covered in yayness and cute. [Apr 2012, p.56]

The real-time combat isn't the problem; it's everything else, which was done with a depth and confidence 13 years ago that this reimagining lacks. [Apr 2012, p.54]

"A gripping rollercoaster ride." - Stephen King. [Apr 2012, p.52]

An intriguing exercise in interactive fiction, let down by shaky writing and a major lack of emotional engagement. [Apr 2012, p.50]

A game that's more shooter than role-playing, and a conclusion that's more spectacular than dramatic. [Apr 2012, p.47]

An enjoyable, finely crafted puzzler that's over far too soon. [March 2012, p.66]

A decent indie effort, but the sims from ten years ago still show how it should be done. Pick up FreeSpace 2 instead. [March 2012, p.65]

Elegant and gorgeous but surprisingly difficult. [March 2012, p.64]

The guiltiest of pleasures. Indulge yourself and a few friends, but go read a book afterwards or something. [March 2012, p.62]

Solid puzzling, decent combat and gorgeous art - all for cheap! [March 2012, p.60]

Both challenging and elegant, Unity of Command is perfect for both novices and hardcore gamers alike. [March 2012, p.58]

So good that it's become the only way to play Battlefield 3. Buy this now, and enjoy a bit of nostalgia in a new light. [March 2012, p.56]

A competent but confused and occasionally irritating shooter with wavering tone and unashamed intent to set up for the final installment. [March 2012, p.54]

A significantly more accessible setting makes this latest Anno a must play for all city management fans. [March 2012, p.52]

An indie classic on par with Braid or Limbo. [March 2012, p.50]

A few poignant moments make this worth checking out, but what you'll truly feel is the emptiness of unfulfilled potential. [March 2012, p.48]

An average MMO but an excellent Star Wars game. [March 2012, p.42]