Breakout updated. Wizorb is more intense than your average stab at the format. And the inclusion of extra abilities and retro appearance refresh a genre that didn't seem to be going anywhere.

Mixing elements from Angry Birds, Swords and Soldiers, and the best tower-defence games, CastleStorm is the real deal for PS Vita.

A menacingly tough twitch runner, Unpossible is a highly polished, highly enjoyable addition to the genre.

A cracking bundle of well put together games, Mucho Party doesn't disappoint.

There's plenty here to like if you're a fan of Monster Hunter or Pokemon, but ultimately this hybrid is less than the sum of its parts and is difficult to recommend over core games in either franchise.

A remarkable achievement and a hugely interesting idea, Final Fantasy XV Pocket Edition's inherent identity crisis could be its undoing though.

Golf Story is charming, witty, funny, adorable, entertaining, and a must-have for your Switch collection.

Muramasa Rebirth is gorgeous, action packed, and regularly delightful, but its charm cannot entirely compensate for its repetitive nature.

Rote but decent mini-games are married to impeccable presentation and an adorable lead to create something quite special.

While the Unmechanical controls can be infuriating sometimes, the game is still a hugely entertaining and engaging adventure.

Don't be put off by The Denpa Men's silly name - this is a great dungeon-crawler with some carefully considered ideas packed in.

The passing of time has done little to dull this classic adventure. This DS release might just be the best version of Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars yet

Dead Man's Draw is a superb card game with excellent production values and an intriguing level of depth.

Quirky and bold, Gurumin proves that a simple dungeon-crawler can be as compulsive as even the most heavily-scripted affair.

Shin Megami Tensei Liberation Dx2 is a great introduction to the series for those new to it, and nice way to get SMT action in smaller bites for fans. Definitely worth playing regardless of whether you've played SMT before or not.

Although the novel RPG Story element is less refined than it could be, with over-long cut-scenes and some tedious schlepping, Bomberman Story is a worthwhile RPG and, more importantly, a terrific multiplayer experience.

Big Bang Mini is beautifully presented and innovative in terms of its design and gameplay but the further you progress through the 90 stages, the more the flourishes get in the way.

An enjoyably knock-about hack-and-slash action game with the full weight of the Zelda franchise behind it. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity isn't clever or slick, and it gets repetitive rather quickly. But it provides a fair smattering of uncomplicated fun and a whole load of fan-pleasing nods to Breath of the Wild.

A stylish, noir-inspired adventure with a sophisticated plot and deep characters, Hotel Dusk is the place to stay for smart DS gamers.

Strong writing and some fun scenarios save Back to the Future Ep1 HD from its control and performance issues.

Combining arcade racing thrills with kart racing spills, Raging Thunder 2's well-featured single player mode and accomplished online multiplayer modes ensure its place among the iPhone racing elite.

Towelfight 2 is packed with humour and brilliantly playable to boot. The game's occasionally irksome controls are the only real sticking point.

Blip Blup is a confidently executed puzzler with a genuinely fresh radar-pinging mechanic - just do yourself a favour and buy the full version.

Cling Thing looks like a bargain bucket greatest hits compilation of other games on the App Store, but don't let that put you off.

A smooth and clever puzzler, Blek has its frustrating moments, but overall it's an impressive, creative package.

A great mix of engaging fantasy and challenging strategy, offering big replay value for the asking price.

A blast from the past, that works perfectly well on mobile, but probably isn't quite worth the asking price.

A well presented port of an underrated entry in the Ace Attorney franchise, and one well worth investigating.

It's not classic Sonic, but it's a lot more fun than you might be expecting.

Follow the adventures of Pizza Hero, a flying pizza slice with a topping launcher and a dog sidekick that fights waves of monsters despite light technical difficulties.

Blosics physics-based puzzles seem like mindless experiments rather than stages with set goals.

It might not do much with the famous franchise, but The Walking Dead: Assault still manages to offer some enjoyably tense, if simplistic, shoot-and-loot action.

Rarely have we seen a zombie slaying FPS with this much life in it. Seamless online play and intense action make this an instant iPhone classic.

Slayin is a solid casual game that chooses its influences wisely but doesn't entirely do them justice.

When you strip Snake Eater 3D down to its individual mechanics, it's still a strong, if aged, video game. But this stingy re-release features a dodgy camera and an occasionally unstable engine, making for a package that doesn't do justice to the original release.

Crazy Taxi is big, loud and crude, and it's certainly showing its age - but this smooth conversion is still extremely difficult to put down.

A quality upgrade of Mega Run, Monsters, Inc. Run boasts gorgeous visuals and engaging gameplay, and is only slightly dulled by repetition on later stages.

TumbleSeed is a difficult game, for sure, but it's also frustratingly satisfying, fun, and a deserved nod to arcade games past.

What appears to be an early '90s throwback racer is, in actuality, an extremely forward-thinking game in terms of simplicity of play, online connectivity, and pricing.

If you've ever enjoyed the compositions found in the Final Fantasy series, then Theatrhythm is for you, as it's a decent music-based game with loads of extras for FF buffs to discover.

While not totally divine, Age of Empires: Mythologies offers solid turn-based strategy with a wealth of options and online multiplayer.

An amusing, bite-sized piece of gaming that pairs classic arcade action with unpretentious style.

A snowboarding game like many others, made great by a judicious attention to detail and a permeating quality.

Lunar: Silver Star Story Touch is a charming JRPG with plenty of nice touches and an enjoyable story, but it's tarnished a little by poor controls.

A complex but rewarding strategy game, Ravenmark: Mercenaries will satisfy the strategy cravings of mobile Napoleons everywhere.

Melodrama isn't enough to carry Apollo Justice, a game that feels considerably more weighed down by dialogue and little actual gameplay to speak of than its predecessors.

Rune Factory is an impressive advancement for the Harvest Moon series but you have to be committed to get the most out of the experience.

Bursting with pixel charm and offering up a vast, detailed world to explore, Frogatto boasts all the hallmarks of a truly classic 2D platform adventure without the spot-on controls.

Slam Dunk King's clever combo-based scoring system won't be to everyone's tastes, but once it gets hold, it's hard to put down.

Commander Pixman takes good old-fashioned gameplay and wraps it up in an appealing retro package which will keep adrenaline junkies sated for quite some time. The steep challenge may be a little too much for some players, however.

Too simple for its own good, Duckers just isn't exciting enough to become as addictive as it wants to be.

Getting your head around its name might be an epic quest in itself, but 10000000 is an enjoyable fusion of match-three and RPG.

Coaster Crazy is clever and rewarding, but a finicky track editor and a lack of immediate feedback means only hardcore rollercoaster fanatics will stick with it for the long haul.

Puzzle Retreat is a well-conceived casual puzzler whose only flaws are a lack of spark and variety.

Ambitious and full of promise, but essentially dull.

A fast-paced, clever dodge-'em-up, Dextris has enough going for it that it's definitely worth a look.

Utterly essential for CCG and strategy fans, Heavenstrike Rivals is your new favourite free to play game, so go get it.

The Ace Attorney games are genuinely excellent games, with hilarious dialogue and engaging plots. Shame this iOS port is a slight disappointment.

A splendidly stupid shooter, Lock 'n' Load successfully mixes cartoon violence and a pleasantly heavy shooting mechanic to great effect.

A port that's both bold and reverential, Dragon Quest VIII might not be the perfect fit for mobile devices, but it's not too far off.

Limited character customisation dulls Ravensword: The Fallen King, a trade between accessibility and depth preventing this enjoyable adventure from being truly epic.

An interesting looking snowy pinball experience that'll keep your flippers happy over the holidays

A fun retro shooter that's had enough modern tweaks to make it a nearly essential purchase.

A slick physics-based puzzler and gorgeous to boot, Hydroventure: Spin Cycle needs a spot on your Nintendo 3DS.

Jydge is a great, difficult, nice looking cyber punk shooter that fits into nicely mobile-sized bursts. It's so much fun I can just about forgive the fact that it's called Jydge.

Refreshingly original bubble-guiding game. Slow and sublime but also deviously tough, with lots to see and find. Don't let this one float away.

The Pokémon TCG is a truly engrossing card battler. This digital version is generous with content and feels great, but technical hitches hold it back from greatness.

Fun and furious, whether in terms of 2D platforming or 3D mini-gaming, Sonic Rush Adventure proves you can teach an old hedgehog new tricks.

An innovative and invigorating twist of Snake's tail, Lightopus is a beautifully conceived and executed adventure.

In case you haven't had enough puzzle platforming on PS Vita, Stealth Inc: A Clone in the Dark provides the goods.

Pocket Plane is a perfect example of a freemium game done well, an addictive time sink that sucks you into its simple routines and refuses to let go.

The price tag will unquestionably be a massive barrier to entry for many potential players, but Final Fantasy Dimensions is arguably worth every penny - especially when compared to similar titles on traditional consoles.

An extremely solid experience that mostly succeeds. The impatient might object to the convoluted puzzles and the combat is a weak link, but as the first serious example of handheld horror, this sets a satisfyingly high bar.

If you want to sit with friends for an evening and waste a few hours while getting wasted, this is a great way to do it.

A happy coda in a symphony that had lost its flow, Anniversary cannily pairs the refinements of the last decade with the peerless excellence of the original Tomb Raider.

One of the best strategy games released on DS, ANNO 1701 brings micro-management to the mainstream.

A clever strategy game that needs additional modes and factions to complement its accessibility with depth.

When it excels, Coco Loco is a showcase for its developer, but it slips back too quickly into comfortable routines and safe choices.

Familiar gameplay doesn't take away from Swing King's fun and challenging presentation.

A smooth and soothing puzzler, Kami still offers a decent challenge to anyone who wants to go for a perfect score.

A workmanlike conversion of a workmanlike card game, but a treat for superhero strategists.

Epic in scope, and with plenty of numbers to juggle, but it ultimately feels clumsy and monotonous by modern standards.

The core Binding of Isaac experience translates extremely well on 3DS and remains as engrossing as ever. It's just a pity further opportunities weren't explored to take advantage of Nintendo's unique hardware.

A brilliant deconstruction of the roguelike, presented with Nitrome's customary flair.

If you were looking for a new match something puzzler, Futurama: Game of Drones will fill that gap nicely. You'll also love it if you're a fan of the show.

Rekt is a brilliant mashing up of ideas that crackles in some really interesting ways.

The Warlock of Firetop Mountain: Goblin Scourge Edition is a wonderful narrative adventure with only a couple of performance issues.

This is a tremendous golf game with a smart balance between realism and zaniness. But a short campaign and spotty online play can let it down.

With Infinity Blade 3, Chair turns the thrilling sword-fighting series into a huge adventure. The reliance on frequent deaths and forced grinding, however, is an infuriating relic from previous games.

RoboSockets: Link Me Up is an enjoyable drop action puzzler let down by its stiff difficulty following a gameplay tweak in the latter levels.

Killzone: Mercenary is the best first-person shooter on the Vita, even though that's not saying much. It feels great, looks outstanding, and has a hugely addictive online multiplayer mode.

The story mode of Warioware Gold only lasts a couple of hours, but those few hours are bursting with enjoyment and madcap humour.

Vibrant graphics and bold ideas breathe fresh air into James Cameron Avatar, despite the stifling quirks of its combat system and controls.

One of the most addictive racers on the market, only freemium grumbles stop Forever Drive being an instant classic.

Starts off as a damp squib, but buy even the cheapest IAP and you'll find a game that really makes a splash.

Fastar! is a clever distillation of the role-playing form, even if it lacks the variety or dynamism of other quick-hit adventures.

Queen's Crown boasts a polished presentation, but some of the lustre is removed by insignificant quests, error-strewn dialogue, and devious in-app purchases.

Some of the best family-friendly gaming seen in the past decade, all gathered together in one affordable iOS package. Controls aside, there is no conflict.