A marriage of great graphics and solid role-playing, Chaos Rings works through minor hitches to provide enjoyable gameplay.

Rolando 2 rolls up cool new features and a thorough fine-tuning for a sequel that's nothing short of golden.

Nintendo again shows that it's the master of its own hardware with another sublime entry in the Zelda lineage. If you own a DS then this is an utterly essential purchase - it really is that simple.

A stellar combination of graphics, entertaining action, and robust multiplayer, Modern Combat 2 is one heck of a shooter.

A vast and engaging third chapter that expands brilliantly on the first two.

Rich with layers of gameplay, but saddled with a less-than-intuitive interface, Kingdom Conquest nevertheless succeeds as a serious, in-depth freemium title.

In a genre as packed to the gills as the match-three puzzler, Piyo Blocks 2 stands out by doing the simple things extraordinarily well.

Wooords's ease of use and challenging puzzles ensure that it's a must have for word buffs and puzzle fans of all abilities.

Giving the impression of an interactive cartoon, Where's My Water's physics-heavy puzzling should appeal to everyone, despite its childish exterior and some control irritations.

A sublimely understated hidden object game that shows that, sometimes, subtle improvements to a strong foundation are all a sequel needs.

Another slice of exacting, unadorned tactical play from Shenandoah, Drive on Moscow doesn’t tinker much with Battle of the Bulge’s mechanics, but its new setting makes for an equally worthwhile challenge.

Velocity 2X is aglow with ambition, ideas, and design smarts. A modern shoot-'em-up perfected.

An engaging first episode that snaps along at a decent pace. Tales from the Borderlands might not have the emotional heft of Telltale's other games, but it's got enough charm and cheek to see it through.

The Nintendo DS port of one of the most beloved classic Dragon Quest games has made the transition to mobile incredibly well. For the most part.

A harrowing and often tragic exploration of life in a war. This is a must buy.

Operation Dracula swaggers around like it owns the place, and it has every right to do so.

Steamworld Heist excels at what initially seems like a potential weakness, removing a dimension from the typical 3D battlefields of XCOM and similar games. But its brand of 2D tactics only makes positioning, smart strategy, finding effective synergies between weapons and classes, that much more crucial and satisfying when you survive against overwhelming odds.

An absolutely stunning racing game that feels like it was always meant to end up on mobile.

A brilliant point-and-click adventure that's let down by its pointing and clicking, The Last Express is still worthy of your undivided attention.

Dig out some eShop credits: you're not going to want to miss ye olde Shovel Knight.

A wholly unique adventure that has no equal on the iPhone, King of Dragon Pass makes up for in depth what it lacks in accessibility.

Jetpack Joyride is simplistic fun, but Halfbrick's suite of bonuses, unlockables, leaderboards, and achievements makes it near irresistible.

Every trick this celebrated developer has learnt – from crafting a solid plot laced with dark humour to reckless driving and action-packed criminal endeavour – has been distilled into a game that demands your immediate attention.

A clever remix of what's come before, Mikey Boots might not be a platformer in the purest sense of the word, but it's definitely worth a look.

Everything a sequel should be, iBlast Moki 2 HD might be the best £1.99 you'll ever spend.

Trainyard is a quietly beguiling puzzler with an excellent tutorial and a generous supply of levels.

The lack of a useful targeting system and assorted minor flaws keep Chinatown Wars from perfection, yet not from wowing with its awesome gameplay.

Time to dust off that 3DS and let Mario do what he does best - Super Mario 3D Land is pure entertainment from start to finish.

Pizza Vs. Skeletons is a weird, wildly unpredictable, and thoroughly entertaining roll-'em-up.

Clever mechanics and satisfying spatial challenges makes Yankai's Peak a must-play for fans of challenging puzzlers.

Move over Minesweeper, ta ta Tetris, leave it out Lemmings - Pullblox is the new puzzling gaming god in town.

N.O.V.A. 2 is a great shooter with a thrilling campaign and even better multiplayer that will have you hooked.

A superb strategy game that offers up a complete package of single-player and multiplayer card combat.

A fine example of style and substance, AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!! (Force = Mass x Acceleration) is as addictive as it is garishly unique.

Pacing issues and overly random gameplay detract from the elegance of Osmos.

It might not have the scope of more traditional RTS games, but that's not what Iron Marines is looking to do. It wants to take the meat of the genre, throw in a few mobile twists, and then plonk the whole kaboodle into the palm of your hand. And it manages to do that with some real gusto. It's fun, it's deep, and it's almost certainly going to make you exclaim with joy. Iron Marines is the mobile RTS that we've been waiting for, and it's a little bit brilliant.

A clever castle defence and twin-stick shooter combination, Bug Heroes has the fortitude of a cockroach to withstand the nuclear blast of criticism and earn a solid recommendation.

Unique, bizarre and totally great, Persona 3 Portable is an Otaku's dream and the strongest antidote to run-of-the-mill JRPGs going.

or the most part, Game Dev Tycoon remains the phenomenal game it always was. You'll sit down to play for just a few minutes, and lose hours instead. Its core gameplay and presentation is simple, but it's so engaging that you'll celebrate every success and despair over every failure. If you've played Game Dev Tycoon before, it's much the same as it always was, and it's made the leap to mobile successfully. If you've never played it, now is the time.

So much bigger than the original, Labyrinth 2 brings a slickness and depth to play that lifts rather than overloads its puzzle core.

A solid and entertaining match-things puzzler with surprising depth, You Must Build A Boat is well worth a look.

Majora's Mask is a risky, inventive classic. This 3DS remake might annoy purists, but most of the changes are for the better.

A brilliant and warm-hearted RPG that deserves to be played by as many people as possible.

Dead Cells is a masterful roguelike platformer with some of the most satisfying combat around and a beguilingly appealing dark-fantasy world to explore.

Overall, Into the Breach is a truly stunning strategy game, and it's right at home on Switch. With just three units to control and short matches to contend with, it's easy to pick up and play wherever you are. The strategy mechanics are absolutely sublime, and the shift from outright victory being your objective to simply scraping by will have you scratching your head and questioning every decision. It can be tough going at times, both mentally and due to its high difficulty, but if you invest some time and energy into the game, you're going to get a lot out of it.

A brilliant strategy title that twists the genre in smart ways, Five Card Quest is worthy of your attention.

A sensory overload awaits in DoDonPachi Resurrection, a well-to-do arcade port with good controls and variety in spite of its intimidating style.

Putting a new spin on a combination of Pachinko and Peggle, Full Fat's Coin Drop is a bright, breezy, and enjoyable arcade game mixing elements of luck and skill.

ELOH is a thoroughly charming, delightfully percussive puzzler that's more concerned with rhythm and experimentation than box-ticking achievements.

Frisbee Forever 2 is relaxing and satisfying, all in one free-to-play package. Comedy frisbees are surprisingly good motivation.

As expressive as its ninja's dashing eyebrows, Parachute Ninja is a great little game that builds on strong tactile physics gameplay with subtle level design.

Transportation management and minimalist art combine in this colorful and challenging puzzler.

The early part of the game might be a bit of a slog, but stick with it and you'll find a fantastic experience.

Oddmar looks absolutely stunning, and while the game underneath it all feels familiar, there's enough great ideas here to shine through.

A dark and macabre puzzle-platformer, Limbo is always experimenting with new ways to make you think, and new ways to shock you to your core.

A brilliant and unusual action puzzle game with beautiful presentation and an annoying yet satisfying difficulty curve.

It's Crossy Road with a couple of extra layers of Disney charm and polish, and it's as good as that sounds.

A smashing update to The Incredible Machine puzzle genre, the social features of Casey's Contraptions really make it stand out from the crowd.

Brilliantly combining as stiff a task as you're likely to encounter with a perfectly pitched sense of fun, Kingdom Rush breathes new life into the tower defence genre, and has a whole lot of laughs doing it.

Espaulga II HD looks stunning on the iPad, and is one of the best high-score chasing shooters available on the App Store.

Funny, clever, and challenging to just the right degree, The Journey Down: Chapter 2 continues its tradition of adventure game excellence.

Okami HD is a silky smooth port of a beautiful game which takes advantage of the Switch's capabilities and doesn't charge you an arm and a leg for it.

An exhaustive and, more importantly, finely balanced release, Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing offers up a watershed moment for karting on iPhone.

Monsters Ate My Birthday Cake is a funny and charming puzzle collection, with lots of secrets to uncover, that's only let down by some finicky controls.

Every bit as enjoyable as its predecessor, Squids Wild West is a cleverly designed tactical RPG that anyone can play.

A brilliant, breathtaking, and brief adventure, Monument Valley is every bit as good as it looks.

Rimelands: Hammer of Thor fits snugly into the turn-based role-playing genre, but offers enough variation to keep the action fresh and exciting.

A sophisticated platformer with style, Mirror's Edge has polished gameplay but not length and lasting value.

It's lost some edge and coherence in transit, but Snuggle Truck's lighter tone is arguably a better fit for its blend of knockabout physics-based fun.

A word game that's as addictive as it is entertaining, Letterpress is a brilliant addition to anyone's app collection.

Limbo is fantastic and essential - as long as you've never played it before on another platform.

Motorsport Manager 2 is a highly polished, incredibly engaging simulation. But it's not too daunting if you're new to the genre. There are things to tweak and think about, but there's never too much information that you feel squashed under it. But there's still enough going on that you feel like you're part of something. Fans of sims, of racing, and even people with only a vague interest in either, are going to lap up everything this one has to offer. Oh hey, lap, that's a pun.

Sleek and immaculately-tuned, this racer offers an unparalleled driving experience on iPad.

A brutal, cyclical action RPG that builds on the foundations of its predecessor, Infinity Blade II is a showcase for everything that's right about sequels, but it's not the big leap forward that some might have been hoping for.

A fitting and fantastic end to one of the best gamebook adventures on mobile. Make sure you pick it up.

A frozen apocalypse and focus on tense survival makes Frost an original and challenging variation on the card game.

One of the best platform outings in all of gaming, an instant classic when it first appeared, which even with some newness thrown in remains almost perfect today.

Beautiful to look at, hugely engrossing to play and - most importantly of all - fun. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker is an essential purchase for anyone who owns a PSP, and should convince those who don't to rectify the situation promptly.

Has a very high entry barrier, but beyond it is a unique and compelling fusion of strategy game and history lesson.

Though it can be a little slow, Sunless Sea is a cracking exploration game with a dark, gothic undertow.

A sharp and wonderfully well put together platformer that's well worth your time.

Gorgeous to look at and with a control system to suit every taste, Sky Gamblers: Storm Raiders is a great flight and fight sim.

While it still has all the quirks and flaws of the traditional JRPG genre, Final Fantasy IV continues to shine for its intoxicating sense of adventure and surprisingly interesting plot.

A quick and entertaining arcade blast, Magicka isn't perfect, but it'll make you smile all the same.

A new approach to rhythmic gaming that marries substance with style, its unique gameplay proving you can provide a fresh experience in a saturated genre.

Less strategic than it wants to be, but this is a fun and hugely likeable time-waster for iPad owners.

A stunning looking, cathartic experience that builds subtly on what's come before. Just go and get it.

Absurdly funny, perfectly challenging, and massively rewarding. This gorgeous, must-have motorbike game is a mobile port done right.

A fun and clever action game, Darklings shows how much can be accomplished with a touchscreen control system.

An incredibly rich, challenging and varied sci-fi experience that seamlessly and creatively blends genres into a brilliant whole.

A bold, bright, and brilliant point-and-click adventure, Botanicula is an experience to be savoured.

Spelunky is a game that you need to own right this second, especially if you've never played it before. Just prepare to lose a large portion of your life to those depths.

Skylanders Superchargers is the most polished Skylanders game to date, packed with new modes, vehicles, and a gleaming layer of polish.

A brilliant revamp of the original that ups the ante for iOS brawlers, King of Fighters-i 2012 is only let down by its slightly laggy online bouts.

An admirable attempt to do something different and clever on iOS, dragged down by a few too many levels that require tedious slogging.

It does a lot with a little, using its compact two-button control scheme to define its entire design, with spectacular results. If you are looking for a mobile platformer to sink your teeth into, this is it.

A bright and brash arcade racer that looks stunning, and has the racing chops to back it up.

An exciting, accessible role-playing game that does away with most of the fluff that bogs down the genre while retaining the depth that fans adore.