A huge thrill-a-minute adventure, with satisfying combat, and big boss fights. Just don't expect the old Metroidvania formula.

Space Miner is sitting on a gold mine of charming gameplay, yet awkward controls and gameplay imbalances keep it from reaching its full potential.

Good-looking and fun to play, Incredible Express manages to bridge the gap between casual strategy and tough puzzler with aplomb.

A classy conversion of the latest Phoenix Wright game that makes up for a certain lack of freshness with a high degree of polish.

A super sharp hardcore platform that wants to kill you, in the very best way, at every turn.

Arena Breakout is an absolute joy to play, and I have no doubt that when there are more humans playing it will be incredibly good fun. However, it is so noticeably dragged down by the pitiful AI. The Covert Mode Op is the perfect solution to collect equipment with low risk, but there is no need for the bots to be this bad. If MoreFun adjusts its AI to be moderately challenging, then Arena Breakout is going to be a force to be reckoned with.

It may be a little repetitive, but Red's Kingdom is a cracking puzzler with lots of extra elements to keep us going.

Spectrum - 3D Avenue is a surprisingly elegant (and finite) approach to "flapping".

Cut the Rope 2 is a more vibrant, more dynamic game than the original, but one that's clearly aimed squarely at existing fans of the series who just can’t get enough of its candy-swinging gameplay.

Arc War takes the ageing shooter concept and gives it an endless twist that mostly works wonders.

A great virtual recreation of pool that eases beginners in smoothly and offers up a feature-rich multiplayer mode for the experts.

An intoxicating game about making games, Game Dev Story is a compelling simulation and a charming ode to our favourite pastime.

While offering nothing radically new or different, House of Mice is an entertaining and charismatic physics based puzzle game.

WWE SuperCard is an unexpectedly strategic and fun collectible card game. No, seriously, it's really quite good.

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.

Poker Pals is an unusual, simple, and fun multiplayer title that hides a surprising amount of depth.

Simple and infectiously entertaining, Cut The Rope: Time Travel is full of wonderful ideas that will make you smile.

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

Hyperdimension fans will enjoy a new take on an old story, RPG fans will enjoy the various customization systems, and gamers fans will love the references to other franchises.

A bright and engaging mix of the old and the new, SwapQuest is definitely worth a look.

It might not be a game you'll want to play in public, but Deception IV is a unique puzzler that's as dark as it is satisfying.

While Leap Worm does suffer from occasional droughts of imagination, its simple controls, excellent presentation, accessible levels of difficulty, and thoroughly addictive gameplay ensure that it appeals to as wide an audience as possible.

It's cruel and dark, but there's more to Grimvalor than just another Souls-game riff.

Horizon Chase Turbo is a game of few fresh ideas that nevertheless remains compelling as an often electric arcade racing bonanza.

Oxenfree II: Lost Signals expands on the creepy sound-based universe of the first game through a new perspective and a very slow pace.

A bright and big shooter with some interesting tactics to it.

A strange and intriguing game, Morphopolis has its problems, but it's interesting enough that you can mostly look past them.

How do you like your eggs? We like 'em gently poached, with a side-order of platform action and lateral puzzles.

An enjoyable slice-and-dicer with enough tricks up its sleeve to keep you entertained for a while.

Toy Story: Smash It! is an expertly created 3D physics-puzzler with a brilliantly knockabout sense of fun.

Tomb Raider returns in a mobile form plus a more stylised look, with top-down action-adventure levels to beat, treasures to find, and grinding to do so that you can progress.

There's a great game here, and while it is a little hamstrung by the controls, it's still worth checking out.

An interesting change of direction for the series that actually adds something to the genre it ends up in.

Recollection's rules are smart, sharp, and pleasingly unique. The Creed-themed campaign is very enjoyable, but prepare to pay out for booster packs if you want to compete online.

An excellent entry in the catalogue of mobile side-scrolling shooters. The pacing, challenge, and action are pitch-perfect.

A tight blaster that has a few problems with tone, but is still an awful lot of fun.

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.

A well put together and entertaining brawler, Echo Prime is a slow burn, but it's worth the effor.

An intriguing mix of genres that gel together brilliantly, Bardbarian is a breath of fresh air.

Despite its lack of originality, LEGO City Undercover is a fun and light-hearted LEGO game which you can't help but smile at.

A bit of a mess from a tech viewpoint, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed's highly evolved racing action pushes through sheer force of fun.

An interesting and haunting interactive mystery to solve with a partner who hopefully shares your instincts to clear the few routes available.

A clever puzzler with a raft of new ideas, Perchang is well worth your time.

The visuals might be a spike in the eyes, but this is a fun-packed one-thumb treat, with 150 varied challenges.

Clever, inventive, and moving, this short but sweet puzzler is not soon forgotten.

This is a tweaked mobile version of the main Assassin's Creed franchise. And when it works, it works really well.

If you're looking to grab a DSiWare title in preparation for the upcoming 3DS eShop, Mighty Milky Way would be a mighty good choice, providing plenty of fun and intrigue.

It misses a few beats, but SBK15 is an engaging bike racer all the same.

A bracingly pure puzzler that riffs off its button-pushing mechanic to brilliantly varied effect.

Woah Dave! is about three times more fun that it should be, and keeps you playing five times longer than you intended.

Reaper’s main adventure can use a little more meat, but cutting up enemies should keep you busy regardless.

You'll like Cyro. You might not be any good at it, but you'll not be able to dislike it.

The largely nonsensical story does tarnish its appeal ever so slightly, but it's certainly one of the better games you'll play from the palm of your hand. It's just a beautiful bullet-hell ballet for your Vita.

Chopper 2 is a demanding experience that won't appeal to everyone, but if you accept the challenge of this side-scrolling shoot 'em up you're certain to get your money's worth.

A bright and shiny arcade blast with more than enough content to keep you entertained for hours.

A sharp and entertaining game of mixing potions and clearing cards. Miracle Merchant looks gorgeous too, and it cements Tiny Touch Tales as one of the most interesting developers working in digital cards at the moment.

The first really good game from Amazon, Tales From Deep Space is an entertaining adventure.

1001 Spikes will frustrate, but its retro difficulty is worthy of a seasoned player's time.

No matter how you play it, you'll cherish your time with The Millennium Girl - even if you occasionally find the journey to be more hassle than fun.

Hidden in My Paradise is an adorable, hidden object game that has a lot of cute creatures! Not only are you looking for objects, but you can also find fairies hidden within the items on the screen or move around animals to create little stories. It's a cute and clever idea.

Sleep Attack TD's stage-spinning gameplay adds a dash of originality - and difficulty - to a solid tower defence game.

A dirty slab of classic arcade gaming, Random Heroes 3 is a must for fans of running and gunning.

Homerun Battle 2 strips baseball down to its essence and makes it fun for even non-sports fans.

Don't be fooled by that '2' at the end of the title - Goatup 2 is a very different beast from its prequel, although its fusion of platforming action and gloriously bonkers retro-tinged presentation arguably makes for a more entertaining romp.

Minutes may be visually duller than its bullet hell peers but it makes up for it with a variety of game-changing surprises.

Bring an umbrella for the pressure of Suzerain - it wraps a transforming nation with internal and external issues, so make sure to keep track of them all.

An hilariously entertaining new addition to the gamebook genre, Trial of the Clone is a brilliant way to spend a rainy afternoon.

Guerrilla Bob has a winning ticket with fun levels, firecracker action, and snazzy graphics that could go even further delivering variety and depth.

Proof that four wheels aren't necessarily better than two, Ducati Challenge boasts slick visuals, realistic controls, and solid gameplay. Online multiplayer would have taken it to the top step, but it's a solid podium finish regardless.

Paper Trail is arguably one of the best representations of what makes Netflix Games a genuinely great service. Like the OG Netflix, before they began trying to squeeze money out of the reality TV crowd, it feels experimental and chock-full of games you won’t find promoted on other services.

It might not have the most meat on its bones, but it's definitely an improvement on its predecessor.

The Elder Scrolls: Castles is a fantastical kingdom management sim in which you'll build your castle, send adventurers on quests, and make royal decisions that will affect your subject's loyalty and happiness.

The best Adult Swim title to date, and a squeak away from classic status.

Some niggles with the controls and pricing aside, Call of Duty: Black Ops: Zombies is a fine port of the entertaining survival mode.

A well-honed squad-based RTS that crams an appreciable amount of tactical possibilities into a relatively streamlined interface.

A charming, easy-to-love adventure, the introductory episode of Scarlett and the Spark of Life is a fine start for a promising new series.

It's been a long hard road but DS owners finally have a football game that they can be proud of – FIFA 09 is this season's most improved player.

Pode is a little bit pricey, but if you've got someone to play with it's a great example of what couch co-op should be.

Par Out Golf's line-drawing gameplay is unlikely to appeal to the members of St Andrews or Augusta, but it's still a testing alternative golf game that will frustrate and entertain in equal measure.

Up Left Out is another finely honed puzzler from a developer that really knows their craft.

A clever twist on the futuristic racer that changes itself regularly and rewards exploration and experimentation.

A fast and furious game that makes no apologies for dedicating itself fully to one quick and simple mode. Super Ccatch is the master of its very tiny niche.

A clever and well put together platform puzzle, Odd Bot Out might leave you scratching your head from time to time, but it's worth it all the same.

A brilliantly put together little game, Skylanders: Cloud Patrol quickly becomes an addictive way to waste a few minutes, whether you care about the characters or not.

A gory and sometimes glorious game of murder that's an incredible amount of fun.

Spellspire chucks enough ideas at the word game to make it an entertaining diversion.

A massive, beautifully collected, exceptional value for money anthology of the Final Fantasy IV universe, yet one that will do nothing to convert non-FF fans.

Slick, challenging, and that rarest of things: a spin-off project that manages to outstrip the original.

A superior sequel in almost every way, Puzzle Quest 2 offers a combination of role-playing and match-three gameplay that is only let down by some niggling technical issues.

A simple and cute little title that delivers far more enjoyment and challenge than you'd think possible.

While Call of Duty: Modern Warfare isn't likely to bring a unanimous verdict when it comes to FPS on DS, it makes the most compelling case so far.

Eye-catching graphics and interesting gameplay make Monster Trouble a tower defence game that's worth fighting for.

A fresh and well considered space-bound strategy experience like no other, Strikefleet Omega even manages to escape the IAP asteroid field relatively unscathed.

Clever, well-designed, and occasionally pretty special, Car Toons! is well worth a try for anyone with even a passing interest in physics-puzzlers.

Bad Piggies is creative, addictive, and absolutely packed with content. It might be Rovio's best game yet, but we can't help noticing it all feels a little too safe and predictable.

Warts and all, it's impossible to not like Dragon Fantasy Book II if you can recall a time when Square and Enix were two separate companies.

Bouncy, flouncy, and quite a bit of fun, this over-the-top brawler delivers equal measures of fan service and classic brawling gameplay with wanton glee.

Visually, Primrows is so much better to look at than a bunch of numbers on the grid. I do like the journal and the way that every single match can be turned into points in some way. It feels delightful, slow, and fun.