An addictive, entertaining and intense racer that can happily sit alongside the genre greats. [Issue#184, p.68]

Genuinely funny humour meets a great turn-based battle system and ludicrous levels of depth for those fond of levelling up ad nauseam. [Issue#190, p.77]

The definitive weapon-based fighter comes to the PSP and manages not to lose anything in the translation. [Issue#183, p.72]

There are a lot of new features, but most of them just make us shrug, while a few are a little bit annoying. [Issue#184, p.78]

Great fun, but not on par with Blitz Arcade's amazing Droplitz. [Issue#185, p.87]

Rocksteady really should be praised for nailing the essence of the character as well as it has. [Issue#183, p.75]

A cynical exercise in fan service that leeches off its ancestors in the absence of any merits it can call its own. [Issue#184, p.76]

A game that's best left on the digital shelf. [Issue#184, p.85]

A decent game, though nothing special. [Issue#183, p.76]

Feels even meatier and more believable than ever. [Issue#184, p.81]

The finest brawler that's currently available on PlayStation Network. [Issue#182, p.82]

Great fun, if a little throwaway. [Issue#184, p.85]

It's just not enough. [Issue#184, p.85]

It seems like this has been churned out to make a quick buck on the back of the film. [Issue#183, p.77]

Ultimately, Fat Princess is a victim of its own focused creativity. It may have visual appeal and at first seem to offer a lot but it doesn’t take long to realise proceedings are rather dull; matches last a ridiculously long amount of time. In tiny bursts there’s definitely some appeal. It’s just ever so short. [Issue#183, p.80]

Short on content but solid technically. [Issue#182, p.76]

The best fiver you'll ever spend on PSN. [Issue#183, p.83]

Fury feels like a standalone game as opposed to a piece of DLC. [Issue#183, p.82]

A breath of fresh air in the world of licensed movie tie-ins. [Issue#183, p.77]

Incredibly rewarding, and annoyingly addictive. [Issue#186, p.83]

Most of the games in Namco Museum Essentials are plenty dull to play. [Issue#193, p.103]

Yes it's essentially Battlefield for idiots, but who cares when it's this good? [Issue#182, p.83]

Maybe one to keep the kids quiet for an hour, but beyond that this is among the more worthless PSP games out there. A laughable idea executed equally pitifully. Cash should not be exchanged for this.

No Mercy's biggest failing though is its atrocious netcode that makes playing games a nightmare. [Issue#182, p.83]

It's improved since the last Potter game, though it's still a bland, plodding adaptation of a beloved series. [Issue#182, p.77]

While it's not outstanding or original, Bound in Blood is an extravaganza of high-octane, gun-toting entertainment that'll have western fans frothing at the mouth and keep any gamer occupied for hours. [Issue#181, p.78]

The replay value ain't up to much, either. [Issue#182, p.77]

The combo system is so rich and ridiculously deep that just learning one character will take you months. [Issue#183, p.79]

It's a terrific concept bolstered by some truly great game modes and excellent unlockables. [Issue#184, p.85]

An absorbing, burtal experience (especially in multiplayer), featuring almost-tactile physics and visuals descending the uncanny valley. Some thought is needed though as to whether a realistic portrayal of boxing necessarily brings about its most spectacular possible videogame. [Issue#181, p.76]

Not enough to warrant the asking price. [Issue#182, p.75]

If it wasn't for the improved gameplay additions, we'd say the first title was the better one. [Issue#181, p.82]

Improvements have been made, but Koei's catering to its market here. [Issue#181, p.85]

It's a no-brainer for fans of the series, but noobs will struggle even with the low-end missions for at least a few hours. Be patient because investing time in tutorials and online guides yields a very worthwhile game. [Issue#181, p.77]

Younger gamers will find this fun and funny. Older gamers may just weep in appreciation. [Issue#180, p.82]

Magnificent for those who are new to the series. [Issue#182, p.74]

One of the best PlayStation Network multiplayer experiences you can get. [Issue#185, p.87]

Yes, it's simple but it's also a hell of a lot of fun. [Issue#187, p.87]

Yet another essential PlayStation Network download. [Issue#181, p.89]

Prototype merely ends up an entertaining burst of pandemonium that won't trouble the PS3 big boys. [Issue#181, p.80]

The best in the series so far, but with no real gameplay improvements. The action may feel far too familiar to owners of Virtua Tennis 3 – if you’re one of them, only check this out if you can’t live without PSN.

It's frustrating and oversimplified. [Issue#181, p.83]

There are few better rhythm-action games on the handheld. [Issue#181, p.81]

It should be DLC. [Issue#181, p.83]

A fun puzzler with a sensible price point. [Issue#181, p.89]

Feels rather tired nowadays. Great price, though. [Issue#181, p.89]

Red Faction: Guerrilla provides no shortage of jaw-dropping moments, so it never ceases to impress or entertain. It’s by far the most interesting game in the series.

Fuel is just too ugly, unpolished and lacking in focus to have any impact on the genre, crossing the finish line on just the wrong side of average.

It's buggy, slightly broken and well worth avoiding. [Issue#181, p.84]

inFamous is a weird game – it’s entertaining and well developed, but lacks polish. Even though it’s really enjoyable, for the most part, it’s great but feels rough around the edges.

It's overly complex, cliquey and not exactly the kind of thing you expect to see running on a PS3. [Issue#182, p.78]

Undisputed is gorgeous to look at, it’s incredibly deep, and it’s one of the most addictive fighters we’ve played in ages. Yuke’s deserves high praise, and that is exactly what we intend to give it.

Its skillful mix of old-school platforming and 3D gameplay is unique enough to set it apart from the competition, just don't expect to be totally blown away. [Issue#179, p.74]

Given half a chance, Sacred 2 will swallow your life. You’ll find a highly enjoyable experience here – if a little rough around the edges. But it’s compelling stuff nonetheless.

One for fans only. [Issue#181, p.89]

Possibly the worst game of this generation. It’s broken, infused with ill-judged and unfunny humour, and devoid of any enjoyable gameplay. You’re better off playing GTA IV while reading Nuts.

Patapon 2 is still pretty good fun and definitely not like many other video games out there. If you can match the beats and you don’t get too frustrated when you miss one then you’re in for a great tactical rhythm-based game.

Perhaps the greatest achievement here is the way the gameplay evokes the sensation of being Wolverine.

Strikeforce serves as a refreshing direction for the series, one that will that will no doubt attract a few new fans. However, it can be unfairly punishing, so make sure you’ve got some mates to lend a hand.

While it's not impossible to see why this series is so popular, each iteration fails to differentiate itself enough, and its poor gameplay, woeful design and awful sound repeatedly fails to impress. [Issue#176, p.92]

These five new gardens will last an Eden fan well over ten hours. [Issue#180, p.87]

This is a game of skill. It won’t get boring as long as you’ve got a worthy human opponent.

The simple level editor certainly lends it a lot of value, but Age Of Booty had one of those too and that didn’t cost this much.

An incredible package on offer with hours' worth of great gameplay. [Issue#78, p.78]

Ugly in every sense of the word. There’s almost nothing remotely likeable about Godfather II, and it’s glitchy and scruffy. One of the poorest EA games in a long time.

Another essential download. [Issue#186, p.86]

This is the ultimate music title for gamers. [Issue#179, p.81]

The whole point of this carnage, of course, is to survive as long as possible and rack up enough points to dominate your leaderboard of choice. It’s as old-school a premise as any game can have, but at least Burn Zombie Burn’s comedy weapons make the whole thing jolly god fun as a bonus.

A true classic that is honed and refined to near perfection. [Issue#179, p.90]

Wheelman is a dark horse; way more fun than we’d anticipated, but nevertheless lacking in the final layer of sheen that we expect for the increasingly meaningful financial layout.

A brave attempt to tackle the strategy genre in a new way, but Stormrise is still left wanting in every area. If you’re looking for a brand new RTS, check out the more conventional Red Alert 3 instead.

More than just a cash-in on the franchise’s glittering legacy, Legends Of Wrestlemania is the most impressive wrestling videogame since the turn of the millennium.

While it’s not the game of the film, which would have been one long tutorial, it still manages to be just as bad as most film licenses. Perhaps the game’s shortness is a blessing in disguise.

All credit to FromSoftware for cramming Acquire’s Wii version onto the PSP, but the slowdown can be a real drag in intense situations, and sometimes the conversion just feels a little sloppy.

A fun, and occasionally tense videogame, Red Alert 3 welcomes genre newcomers and casual gamers alike. However, C&C fans and real-time strategy stalwarts that get to grips with the controls may find the action a little bit lightweight.

Resistance: Retribution comes off feeling like it’s stuck between the PS3 and PSP, not knowing which way to go. Get past its faults and there is some solid shooting to be had, but we can’t help but wonder what it could have been.

The best PES there has been for some time, but still no match for the everimproving FIFA. If you want two football games this year then they’re two worth having, but do you? Do you really?

Due to the arguably archaic control scheme and the co-op aspect, Resi 5 isn’t for everybody. Then again, we love it, and we’ve been playing Resident Evil for over a decade; if you’re one of us, then Resident Evil 5 will suit you perfectly.

Disappointingly averge and will only appeal to motorbike fanatics. [Issue#172, p.88]

A fresh direction for combat flight, focused more heavily on all-out action, thanks to simplicity of control and an insane story. Thoroughly entertaining, if a little brainlessly so. But then, a little fun never hurt anyone.

A pure, stripped-down, focused shooter that handles the fundamentals of firstperson violence better than any other titles before it, while also managing to be the best-looking game on the PS3 by quite a margin. Bring on the multiplayer.

Matt Hazard was a good idea that could have been something like the gaming equivalent of Naked Gun. Unfortunately, Vicious Cycle messed it up, so as well as a bad game, we must now bear the disappointment of a wasted premise.

Good looks and a combination of basic challenges and unlockables add to a colourful arcade experience. Longevity may be an issue, but Blood On The Sand is a hip-hop hoot while it lasts.

Shellshock 2 combines technical inferiority as a shooter with a woeful attempt at survival horror. It’s kicked around and stomped to death by Call Of Duty and Silent Hill in their respective genres, and is thus left as an entirely useless exercise in gaming terms.

Aside from being in a league of its own, Noby Noby Boy is so charming it can transform you from a respectable adult to a child in minutes. Don’t resist the urge – rediscover why you decided to play games in the first place.

High price aside, Zuma is nevertheless a great puzzler that has you stopping a line of multicolored marbles before they reach the exit found on each stage's path. [Issue#182, p.83]

Endlessly entertaining and featuring a fantastic selection of fighters, Street Fighter IV is the best one-on-one brawler your PS3 is ever likely to see. It deserves to be experienced by anyone with even a passing interest in the genre.

If you're into games like "Devil May Cry" or "God Hand" where no punch is pulled, Prinny is totally worth a look, dood. [Issue#181, p.81]

It won’t appeal to some PS3 owners, but if you enjoy the smell of grass and have no objection to recycling, however, then Flower is definitely appropriate.

While not exactly original, Project Origin certainly offers FPS fans a vivid entertainment experience. If you’re a fan of the original and you’ve finished Killzone 2 and Resistance 2 then give this a look.

LocoRoco 2 is as amusing as the original, but the differences between the two are marginal at best. Luckily, the swell controls and endearing visuals will enchant the audience of the first all over again.

Some of these games are good – some aren’t. It’s only about £30 for 48 titles and it’ll make your house look tidier, and save your knees from too much bending down.

X-Blades is pleasing to the eye – and not just for the obvious reasons – but otherwise lacking in ambition, imagination or charm. Ayumi feels like a massive backward step for videogame heroines. Still, nice bum.

This does lack the longevity that other PlayStation Network games have and it's likely to be pretty forgettable. [Issue#88, p.89]

Savage Moon is a fine companion piece to PixelJunk Monsters. However, the learning curve is softer, visually it’s a lot less obscure and there are a few more options that make it the deeper strategy experience.

It’s a great-looking game, thick with atmosphere and brilliant music. Sadly, someone forgot to show as much care to the gameplay, so only fans of the comics and TV series are likely to finish the adventure with much satisfaction.

Improves on the original in many ways, but fails to address its most fundamental flaw – that its challenges are generally too narrow, prescriptive and frustrating. The fantastic new Hall Of Meat mode offers some considerable compensation, though.

It’s painfully slow for a PSP title at points, but it’s as old-school an RPG as you could wish for. The pseudo real-time combat makes things a little more interesting than your usual random battles, though.