It all feels like a brilliant framework held back by a few unsavoury elements. The hub-based world and other problems would’ve been less apparent if there was actually a decent narrative to prop the game up, but instead we’re left with a half-baked tale that feels shallow and dissatisfying by the time you reach the end. Still, there is still plenty to be happy about here, with a wealth of great gameplay flares and a strong aesthetic.

Thrilling in places, but as mechanical and exciting as doing the washing up for most of it. [Issue#217, p.77]

Despite offering a varied structure, missions often disintegrate into wild brawls. [Issue#154, p.83]

It's short for an RPG, but does offer plenty of replay value. [Issue#240, p.70]

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

Not a great opening salvo from Tiger's new challenger, but impressive Move implementation means it's one to watch in the future. [Issue#197, p.96]

It's packed with content, fairly cheap and, hey, it's Lemmings! With Guns! [Issue#217, p.83]

It's quick, responsive, reasonably over-the-top and keeps you playing for longer than you might expect. [Issue#220, p.81]

A stealth title with good ideas that help it stand out from other titles, Republique also tells a compelling story until it all falls apart in its terrible fourth episode. [Issue#268, p.78]

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

The fixes and changes have dragged Alone In The Dark from being a god-awful game to an okay one. It can’t compete with the likes of Dead Space, but it can cosy up with other mediocrity such as Siren: Blood Curse.

Excellent gameplay and presentation can't make up for the fact that the package isn't substantial enough to justify the asking price. [Issue#192, p.80]

As a cheap PSN download, this is a fairly solid addition to your fighting library. [Issue#239, p.72]

It's certainly good fun while it lasts. [Issue#195, p.103]

Despite all its flaws and its ludicrously over-thought setting, this is actually a pretty enjoyable game. [Issue#198, p.90]

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.

While Costume Quest is an utterly charming RPG...it's a rather simplistic affair that offers very little challenge. [Issue#199, p.103]

Should serve as a decent diversion until Puzzle Quest's true sequel turns up. [Issue#194, p.103]

Lovingly presented, but when only one of the games in the 'package' is worth playing then you've got a problem. [Issue#221, p.77]

Backbreaker fails to offer anything truly special to sports fans and feels like a fun-to-play tech demo. [Issue#193, p.97]

A far more generic title that is sure to disappoint fans. [Issue#154, p.80]

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

An entertaining, if not a little under-polished, FPS that dares to strike out in new directions. [Issue#203, p.82]

It provides a basic distraction. It offers an introduction to control methods that both might be unfamiliar to Vita users and might not even end up being used in future games. It does what it means to and it handles itself competently – you'll just be bored of it within a week.

Good fun in short measures, this is ultimately geared for multiplayer, so unless you have a willing team on standby then it's probably best avoided. [Issue#213, p.96]

The laziness of the Playstation 3 port prevents it from being essential. [Issue#163, p.80]

There is enough of a draw to keep you playing, but the package is just a bit too flaky to really recommend. [Issue#198, p.98]

At four hours long, Quest For Booty doesn’t outstay its welcome, but it’s devoid of ambition, as is customary with the series. Ratchet & Clank is beginning to feel like a licensed franchise, but without the licence.