Enough of the classic Mass Effect, with enough new mechanics to keep the game fresh. [Hollingworth; Issue#261, p.55]

When the best parts of a game are the parts that aren't the game, something is wrong. [Issue#260, p.64]

A challenging, nuanced and beautifully made exploration platformer resides beneath the charming, cutesy hand painted graphics. [Issue#260, p.63]

The 16th game in the Tales series is also the most adult. Who would have thunk it? [Issue#260, p.62]

Amazing rich gameplay that is sadly let down by an overly complex UI and hidden barely there tutorials. Sure to be a long term hit. [Issue#260, p.60]

If destroying Nazi testicles is your thing, then look no further. [Issue#260, p.58]

An amazingly deep and unique roleplaying experience but marred by roadblock mechanics and repetitive game elements (Hollingworth). A deep and fascinating world with a compelling narrative and large degree of player agency (Wilks) [Issue#260, p.53]

They didn’t disappoint me. Is this the best adventure, full stop? Apart from a few red herring moments, I was delighted by how design exceeded every other one of my expectations.

Neither funny enough to forgive the easy puzzles, nor hard enough to get away with meh jokes. [Issue#259, p.64]

An intriguing, if routine, adventure game where opera-singing cats and the ghosts of WWII soldiers are commonplace. [Issue#259, p.63]

Simple but effective puzzling bolstered by an excellent soundtrack. [Issue#259, p.61]

A great idea with excellent presentation hampered by some iffy controls. [Issue#259, p.60]

The best Resident Evil game in years is only bogged down by the blatantly RE bits. [Issue#259, p.58]

A great game for dedicated fans of the Warhammer 40,000 setting, but a poor narrative and structure may get in the way for casual players. [Issue#259, p.55]

Great old fashioned stealth built on a wonky, badly optimised game engine.

Lewd, crude, and possibly dangerous to know, Shadow Warriors 2 is nonetheless a rollicking first person shooter full of boomsticks and gibs.

With The Coalition at the reins Gears is in safe hands, and we’re genuinely intrigued to see what happens next.

The story and characters are excellent and the game is enjoyable, but the open world detracts from the experience rather than adding to it.

Intense anti-grav racing for the purist who values speed and control over all distractions.

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

Your typical Obsidian experience sans compelling companion characters. The foundation's there for a good sequel, at least. [Issue#258, p.70]

While not exactly fun in the traditional sense, FS 17 can be a very satisfying way to pass the time. [Issue#258, p.64]

A clever and accessible combat system masks a brilliant meta commentary. [Issue#258, p.63]

Over the top hacking action combined with open world exploration, but with a social conscience and a very welcome sense of humor. [Issue#258, p.60]

Simple controls and deep mechanics combine to make a seriously great puzzle experience. [Issue#258, p.58]

Weak story notwithstanding, Arkane Studios has again delivered a truly excellent stealth action game. [Issue#258, p.53]

Big Brother may be watching, but if I was him I would have switched off from boredom. [Issue#257, p.65]

Excellent flight controls make this an intuitive simulation, while elegant graphics and an engaging soundtrack pull you further in to the experience. [Issue#257, p.60]