The Chant offers you an atmospheric setting in which a nice story is told, but at the same time it is somewhat shortchanged by a shaky visual presentation and mediocre voice work. Fortunately, then, the rest of the audio is a strong point of the game, as is the fact that as a player you have to take into account various mind-spirit-body elements, which of course applies to a retreat. At its core, a fine game, but it has its rough edges.

The intriguing story is Déraciné's main draw, but the gameplay's a close second, even though the game does manage to become rather repetitive after a while.

With the charm Alien Breed had in 1991, it returns in 2013. It weathered the test of time without failure, when it once again knows to win us over for another go – and now even on the go on PlayStation Vita. The levels are endlessly replayable, so you get the most out of your money’s worth buying this game.

A very enjoyable platformer that leans on old-school gameplay, a colourful universe and a lot of content. You really can't go wrong with this one.

NBA Playgrounds aims at nostalgia and almost succeeds. It lacks content, for one, and while it's easy to learn, it's perhaps a little too hard to master. Other than that, however, there's no reason to leave this one at the roadside.

Where did the space shooters go? Well, Strike Suit Zero brings them back. If you don't mind the story being boring, the lack of checkpoints a bit frustrating and the absence of decent voice acting annoying, you'll be fine.

If you have a soft spot for the Space Hulk board game, this title is a no-brainer. If you're new to the Space Hulk franchise it might seem that this game is extremely slow and boring and very difficult to boot. The official rule set is adhered to closely which results in some tense games, partly because of the elevated difficulty. Load times are pretty long however and the on-screen texts are barely legible. The graphics are very dark and grey which makes for poor visibility from time to time.

A visual feast that, along with the great audio design, makes for a very atmospheric experience. It's not perfect, though. Navigation leaves a bit to be desired and some technical shortcomings put a damper on the fun.

A solid fighter that will keep you busy for a long time, even if the game's online features and the story mode's low difficulty curve are a bit disappointing.

We've played a magician and a sleuth and now we've used Sony's virtual reality book to learn a lot about dinosaurs. It's a fun little game, though aged graphics, long loading times and a couple of technical issues keep it from really hitting it off. Young gamers won't mind though - they'll be too busy enjoying the nicely implemented Wonderbook and PlayStation Move features.

A fun game that will keep you playing for a long time - if you don't mind the sometimes clumsy controls though.

A new game in a now familiar series. It is mostly more of the same, but complemented by subtle improvements and technical optimisations. This makes every race feel slightly different and the Supercross Park is a nice feature that gives you a lot of freedom to race. It is a solid game, but one that has to deal with issues that were also known from previous installments. A lack of real innovation, mediocre AI and graphically it is also not very impressive. Take it into account, but other than that it is a fun racer.

As long as you're platforming, you'll have a good time. Start fighting, however, and you'll immediately notice the clumsy combat and weak boss fights. Combine both aspects of the game and the result is a mixed bag.

Light Tracer is a wonderful, if at times way too tough VR experience. It looks and sounds great, and will keep players busy for a very long time.

Exoprimal's gameplay is truly excellent and visually we have nothing to complain about either. Still, it feels a bit limited in terms of content and although this will be expanded in time, it is a bit too sparse for now. We also do not appreciate the focus on microtransactions, considering it is a full-priced game. Finally, the audio is disappointing, which is a shame. Thus, the many positives also have a downside. Nevertheless, because of its fine gameplay, Exoprimal is worthwhile in its own right.

The franchise is back, and this time with a slightly different approach. No single player, and the focus is on large scale battles and creating your own experiences in Battlefield Portal. This works out well, as the unprecedented scale and dynamic gameplay is very good. It is also more accessible than ever before, and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Hazard Zone mode is also a valuable addition, and the possibilities with Portal are endless. All good news, but keep in mind that there will be bugs, unstable frame rates and lag. In other words, the basis is very good, but it can still use some polishing.

A unique style and intriguing storyline unfortunately aren't enough to make up for the title's lack of interactivity and overall boring gameplay.

Combining BioShock's focus on exploration with the tense chases of Outlast, Close to the Sun delivers an intriguing alternate history in a detailed, believable setting. It's not perfect though: puzzles are often way too easy and the game at times refuses to register your button inputs.

An enjoyable hero shooter, especially with a couple of friends in your party. Not every mode is successful, though... and whether Rocket Arena will stand the test of time remains to be seen.

Basically the same experience as it is on PS3 and PS4 predecessors, but the game is a bit too dark and the camera too far away from the action to call this a really successful port to Sony's handheld system. It's still worth buying if you haven't played any of the other versions, though.

Same shit, different day. Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts 2 has its moments, at times turning into an enjoyable shooter with wonderful graphics - as long as you're playing on PS5, that is. Inconsistent AI and frustrating scenarios however - as well as resolution and framerate issues; if you're on PS4 - ultimately drag down the experience into severe mediocrity.

It's often unbearably cruel and yell-at-your-screen frustrating, but if you look beyond that, this is one relentless horror experience that crawls under your skin.

Enjoyably silly, if slightly disposable fun - the way we've come to know this particular Telltale series.

Mafia III is a game with a great, interesting story and is quite enjoyable if you can look past the repetitive gameplay and technical issues. The open-world feels more like an open-map with almost no activities to engage in, which is a shame.

Goat Simulator 3 is the sequel you would expect with mostly more of the same. Hilarious gameplay, fun references and an entertaining single player make this a game definitely worth a try. Technically, however, it's not perfect and could have been a little better, but don't let that stop you from getting started with the goat!

The races are as much fun as they've always been and Playground is still an enjoyable addition to the formula. However, if you take the long loading times, the inconsistent reset system and a rather uninspired technical performance into account, it's hard to recommend MXGP 2019 at full price.

My Hero One's Justice makes an excellent first impression, but never truly lives up to its expectations afterwards. The main culprits? A combat system that lacks depth and a story mode that lacks difficulty.

Conan Exile's gameplay is a lot of fun whether you're playing by yourself or with other people. It's also extremely addictive which makes the game worth your time. It provides a decent challenge with a lot of different features and the developer promises to incrementally add new content which is great news. The game could benefit from some optimization since the game suffers from considerable frame drops and other technical glitches which negatively affect your enjoyment.

A nice little experience in-between AAA games, though the repetitive nature might severely limit the fun.

Difficult and old-school, Slain manages to deliver despite its uninteresting boss fights and linear level design.

The successor to Fairy Tail mainly continues the line of the original with fun gameplay and cool boss fights. The interactions between the characters are also very entertaining, but on the other hand, it does not really excel anywhere. The game has technical sloppiness, lacks variety in environments and not all enemies are equally engaging. If you are a fan of Fairy Tail, the game is worth playing, although it could have been better in many ways.

A deep, challenging game, clearly inspired by From Software's Dark Souls series, Lords of the Fallen manages to make quite an impression. It's a shame both story and graphics aren't up to par with the amazing gameplay.

Digimon's back, though it's probable only die hard fans will be truly ecstatic. The game's just a bit too repetitive for anyone else.

The story's kind of pointless, but you'll have fun playing through it. The technical issues should've been fixed by now, though unfortunately we still experienced some.

A very capable farming simulator that offers enough entertainment value for long sessions while still having deep mechanics. From a technical standpoint it's all pretty bare bones; the graphics are average at best and the physics are very limited. The game does feel very complete and because of the great tutorial you'll understand everything that goes into managing your own farm in no time. Love farming? Then you'll like this one.

A fine port of the original to a more compact version which works especially wel on mobile devices. The point of re-releasing this game on the PlayStation 4 somewhat eludes us because if you decide to spend just a tad more, you will be playing a far superior version. Not that this game is bad, it just feels like a waste of time because there is a way better option available to you.

A new year, a new part, but it is not really groundbreaking. The game has too few innovations and improvements compared to the previous part and the game also suffers from technical defects. In addition, the performance isn’t optimal on PS5. But credits where credit’s due, the improved Franchise mode is a great step forward, but corrupt savefiles are a shame though.

Surviving in a post-apocalyptic world where zombies are the rulers? We've seen it before, but Welcome to ParadiZe gives it a fun twist by allowing you to control zombies.This makes you play both a management game and a top-down shooter/combat game, which makes for an original angle.One drawback, however, is that the gameplay becomes repetitive rather quickly and it looks a bit dated graphically. Too bad, because the concept is a lot of fun.

At first, Human: Fall Flat's nutty concept and unique visual style make it seem fresh and interesting. After a couple of hours, however, frustration kicks in and the game's flaws start floating to the surface.

MediEvil shows its age, but remains a fun hack-and-slash romp that hilariously pokes fun at every conceivable Halloween and fantasy trope. The game’s still very much worth your time, even if it has become a little rough around its edges.

Somehow, we expected more than these few levels and skaters mashed together. It just doesn't suffice to match the originals' quality. There are also a lot of glitches and controls that aren't as responsive as they should be.

Bomberman returns after years of absence and the game offers a varied campaign and a multiplayer mode which at the time of writing feels online a bit empty. Some badly designed levels combined with a faulty camera cause some cheap deaths and the credit system is pretty awkward. Nonetheless the game still remains a fun title.

Its puzzles aren't all that challenging and the controls are clumsy, but Spirit of the North still manages to convince with an intriguing story, beautiful environments and stunning music. Simply put, a great platform experience.

This classic horror experience turns out to be even more immersive - and intense - in virtual reality. Beware though, at times the image quality can be rather blurry.

Juliet Starling is a sexy protagonist, but she is rather difficult to control. The colors dominating the screen at all times cannot hide the fact that the graphics are extremely mediocre. The gameplay is challenging, but the checkpoint system is off. All in all, Lollipop Chainsaw is not a bad game, but it isn't a great one either.

It's a bit brief and the controls are lacking, but don't let that keep you from giving InnerSpace a shot. It's a relaxing experience with a unique, colourful style, that really makes it stick out from the pack.

A unique visual style and an interesting story turn White Night into an experience that we can only recommend. You'll have to overcome the annoying checkpoint system though.

Monster Truck racing isn't a crowded genre on today's console market, so there's still a lot of fun to be had driving these behemoths around. On top of that, Monster Truck Championship has quite a lot to offer in terms of content. There's room for improvement though, mostly in the way the game presents itself. Still, if you're interested in monster trucks, this might just be the ideal game for you.

A story-based puzzle game which excels mainly in the latter. Puzzles quickly become challenging and that makes for a fun experience due in large part to great audiovisuals. The image sometimes stutters while turning the puzzle but apart from this minor issue this game is plenty of fun.

There aren't too many Motocross games, so Milestone's effort at creating one is definitely appreciated. Still, while the game is quite complete in its content and the body controls are both innovative and enjoyable, the experience isn't without its flaws. Dated animations, lacking online modes and an overabundance of loading screens drag the title down to a mediocre level.

The graphical style of My Memory of Us really stands out and the audio doesn't disappoint either, in part due to Sir Patrick Steward's contribution. Gameplay is very repetitive and very puzzle-heavy. Those puzzles don't always work out as well as they should and overall the game is pretty easy. Nevertheless a fun platformer.

It's not perfect - a clumsy button lay-out and some weird physics definitely hold the game back at times - but Steel Rats still manages to combine different genres in a surprising and consistently fun way.

It's funny and thoroughly enjoyable, but also linear and predictable. This is the weakest episode so far.

Kickbeat is quite addicting, with it's beat'm-up-with-guitar-hero-influences gameplay and its wonderful soundtrack. Watch out for certain level of frustration though, as it's rather hard to make up for earlier mistakes and the boss fights are at times terribly unclear.

With some extra features Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge is certainly recommendable. The gameplay is fine and the visuals are nice, even if they're at times a little bland. The voice-acting's also a bit hit-and-miss. On top of that, fans won't like the low difficulty this game displays. Consider these complaints before buying a copy.

The game is clearly aimed at younger gamers, so it certainly offers fun for them thanks to its accessibility. It also does not lack the familiar humor and the presentation is fine. At the same time, the game also has several drawbacks. There is little variety in missions, there are not many unlocks and the overall content is somewhat sparse. In itself a nice game, but it could have had more potential.

It's an enjoyable and accessible shooter, though the lackluster AI, shortage of innovation, uninspired level design and over-used killcam keep it from rising above mediocrity.

Doom 3 is an old game and it definitely shows its age. If you, however, are willing to look past that obvious defect, this game will prove that it is still just as nerve-wracking as it ever was.

A dark, intriguing and very grown-up story is The Town of Light's greatest draw, though long loading times and inexplicable framedrops keep it from reaching lofty heights.

A competent arcade-style racer that mostly excels in the amount of cars and the number of tracks available. It also fills a gap if you've been craving for a decent off-road title recently. The Smash-up races take away from the fun to be had however because the difficulty soon becomes frustrating. The AI occasionally pulls off some crazy antics as well, but that doesn't hamper the fun in any major way.

Innovation in a LEGO game? LEGO Ninjago tries it and succeeds... mostly. Unfortunately, the overly chaotic nature of the gameplay coupled with an annoying camera somewhat sucks the joy out of the proceedings.

If you're a fan of Marvel's superhero universe, you'll frequently feel like a kid in a candy store. But after a while even the most diehard Avengers groupie will have to admit that the game gets rather repetitive... and suffers from a number of technical issues to boot.

A 'greatest hits' collection of everything that made the series work. Unfortunately, that includes the annoying technical problems every episode has had to deal with up to now.

The world reminded us of Pixar, which is always a compliment, and there's a satisfying amount of enjoyable puzzles. However, the degree of frustration should not be underestimated and the story ultimately feels like a missed opportunity.

Guns of Icarus is a hell of a lot of fun when playing online because of the required teamwork. There's plenty of ships to choose from which provides some highly needed variation. Audio-visually the game is a letdown and the AI is very dumb. The game also suffers from plenty of bugs that really need fixing sometime soon if you want to keep enjoying it. Apart from these gripes however, the game is still pretty entertaining.

A lazy PS Vita port that doesn't manage to succeed on any front, Fate/Extella had better been left on the cutting room floor.

This medieval simulator is a technical mess, with mediocre graphics, clumsy controls and a steep learning curve. However, if you manage to look past all that, there's still something to like here.

A surprisingly fun platformer that excels with its variety of characters and levels. The gameplay also has enough depth making it an entertaining title to play. However, there are some balance issues and modes that are sparse, as well as some connection issues. A few things to consider, but that does not take away from the fact that in terms of gameplay it is an ideal game for quick battles to kill some time.

A great story with interesting characters is done wrong by a lot of backtracking and muddled puzzle design. This could've turned out much better.

It's been eighteen years since the last one, but we're finally able to play Shenmue III. Guess what? It was worth the wait! Granted, the frequent framerate drops and numerous pop-ins are annoying shortcomings, but the authentic style, superb combat and worthy graphics more than make up for this.

RAGE 2's unique visual style and genuinely fun gameplay mechanics ultimately outweigh a bit uninspired mission design, a disappointing story and at times flawed technical execution. If you can live with that, you'll absolutely have fun.

Remarkably faithful to the source material and always fun to play, Aliens: Fireteam Elite is bogged down by an uninspired story and a huge amount of bugs.

Thief is a good stealth game, though disappointing fighting mechanics and lacking visuals keep it from reaching true greatness.

There's still a lot of growth potential in the Dissidia franchise, with its unique 'Bravery' system and strategic qualities. However, Square Enix doesn't exactly pull out all the stops with this iteration.

An interesting adventure in the hypothetical year 2048, though it lacks replay value and smooth controls. Still, a great story, excellent voice acting and a unique graphical style make this game very much worth your time.

This is quite a different adventure than we've come to expect from Nathan Drake and his cohorts, but that doesn't make it a bad game. Playing the Uncharted card game is actually a lot of fun. It's accessible and has enough content to remain in your PlayStation Vita for a long time to come.

Playing it safe isn't always the best option. The severe lack of innovation is one of the reasons MXGP 3 doesn't exactly make for a great purchase. Its long loading time and disruptive physics should also be considered before you put your hard-earned money on the table.

It's a short game and the 3D perspective is lacking at times. However, those are the only flaws in an otherwise highly enjoyable title in a well-designed Cold War setting. Recommended.

If you're able to handle the annoying camera and slow pace, Spintires: MudRunner may just surprise you with its deep, varied and challenging gameplay.

A modernized update of classic gameplay, Oddworld Soulstorm should've been a homerun. Technical issues and annoying checkpoint placement, however, keep the game firmly stuck at second base.

This isn't a bad game by any means, though the inconsistent AI and lack of innovative modes are enough to make it a disappointing one.

This multiplayer game is fun for in between thanks to the nice gameplay, but don't expect too much from it. During long play sessions you will notice that it becomes quite monotonous, partly due to the low number of mini-games and modes. Also, there is regular lag in online sessions, which can be a bit annoying. The upside is that the gameplay in itself can be very entertaining.

Jak and Daxter finally appear on Sony's handheld and their original trilogy remains a lot of fun. There's some annoyances here and there (framedrops and other technical hick-ups), but you should be able to overlook these flaws.

Jack is back, with a story fans will love, a welcome return of the original voice cast and surprisingly deep gameplay. The graphics are plain ugly though and the price tag rather steep, especially if you consider the game's short length.

The third installment in the WW1 series does not disappoint with recognizable gameplay in a new format, considering the battlefield has moved to Italy. It looks graphically neat, the authenticity is evident and the gameplay can be very hectic. At the same time, though, you have to expect a relatively steep learning curve and somewhat clunky controls on consoles. Nevertheless, Isonzo is a shooter worth mentioning.

Loading times and clumsy controls aside, Agatha Christie: The ABC Murders is a nice little throwback to the glory days of point & click adventures.

A lonely affair which is best described as unremarkable. Although the game certainly looks the part, the game is lacking in the sound, the AI and rider mode departments. The multiplayer hardly has any online competitors even though the game has officially been released last week. If you love motorcycles there is surely some fun to be had in perfecting your lap times but at the steep price, you have to really, really dig motorcycles.

The Vita-version of Football Manager Classic 2014 is both a hit and a miss. On the one hand the game contains all the necessary features and the short challenges are ideal for a handheld title. On the other hand, however, the touchscreen at times makes navigation way too difficult and it's a shame you can't watch the matches live. Well, you can't have everything, I suppose.

Ultra Age manages to convince with its fluent gameplay, supported by an elaborate skilltree that offers depth to each wieldable weapon. The impressive bossfights form the proverbial cherry on the cake. Graphically, however, this game looks like it's still stuck in the PlayStation 3 era.

It's a shame the game still contains roughly the same amount of bugs and glitches its predecessor did. Visually and atmospherically, however, WWE 2K18 is a considerable step up for the franchise.

This should have been a dream come true, but an annoying camera and the fact that it takes a really long time before you can start building your own worlds keep LEGO Worlds from reaching the lofty heights it aims for. Shame.

Driveclub VR is almost an entirely new game, that plays wonderfully in VR. Unfortunately, this racing experience falls flat in the graphics department.

Lacking challenge and decent graphics, NASCAR Heat 2 was never going to be a transcendent racing experience. However, if you're a fan of NASCAR, you'll find a lot to like in the game as well.

This makes for an enjoyable and often funny experience, though a flawed control scheme, long loading times and annoying menu lay-outs keep it from earning its place amongst the true heroes of the genre.

At first you'll be having a lot of fun. After a while, though, the gameplay gets terribly repetitive and at times extremely challenging. Some gamers will undoubtedly love this, but most of them won't keep playing all the way to the credits.

If not for the long waiting times - a remnant of the freemium model the game was initially based on - this would've been a fun experience. Besides that, the decorating of your own house is a fine element of the gameplay.

Fans of the franchise get more of the same, meaning challenging gameplay sections and a lot of depth. Graphically, however, it's a disappointment and we genuinely lament the lack of any new features.

Fans will love it, newcomers won't understand any of it.