With some of the best tilt controls we've encountered, Crazy Hedgy is an entertaining and surprisingly substantial platformer.

A terrific port for this substantial side-scroller that comes highly recommended if you haven't played the DS original.

Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins is yet another fantastic found phone game from Kaigan. The puzzles may not be particularly inventive or challenging but the story is well-written and all the nods to the show are a delight to discover. It's a harder sell to anyone who's never seen Doctor Who but if you give a Blink a watch before playing I'm sure you'll like it too.

A highly entertaining and surprisingly nuanced multiplayer game that comes up short with its single-player offering.

Tales of the Abyss 3DS takes the original release and betters it, with great RPG action on-the-go.

There's a good game somewhere here, but Amateur Surgeon 3 tries too hard to make sure you don't see any of it.

Frustrating at times and vague to the point of being obtuse, Paper Mario: Sticker Star still shines where it counts.

Kingdom Hearts continues to innovate in the RPG genre ten years on from the original release with [Dream Drop Distance], a generous and exciting addition to the series.

Bit.Trip Saga is a game you could crawl into and live inside of comfortably for a good few weeks.

While it's reasonably entertaining in the easier levels, Unstoppable Fist is too quick to swamp you when you up the difficulty, and its control scheme just can't cope.

Sly's return to mainstream platforming action is a welcome one. It's a wise-cracking charm-offensive specifically designed to juxtapose the words 'madcap' and 'romp' in the same sentence.

A genuine surprise. The intoxicating mixture of exhilarating stunt work and impressive pace help to make this a top-notch racing title, albeit one with a few disappointing issues.

Absorbing to look at and play, Liqua Pop bursts what fun there is by turning the pressure too high.

Doodle God looks and sounds great, but the charming graphics soon give way to dull repetitive gameplay.

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

A brainier episode than Metamorphosis, Ones & Zeroes might not be thrilling, but it asks some interesting questions all the same.

The speed will impress you, but it's the editing tools that will keep you coming back for more in this impressive DS debut for the hugely addictive - and rewarding - TrackMania franchise.

Big, brash and beautiful, Ace Combat X is a prime example of the PSP's capabilities and deserves a place in every thrill-seeking PSP owner's collection.

Super Crate Box is a stark and challenging indie game shot through with humour and care.

Persona 2 is at its best when it deviates from the cookie cutter design of JRPGs, yet it never quite strays far or often enough from these conventions, leaving a by-the-numbers adventure with just enough innovation to keep players hooked until the closing credits.

Cattails is cute. The art style is nice. The music is nice. I just don't want to play it ever again. My initial excitement about playing after simple RPGs like Cat Quest and pixel art games like Stardew Valley was basically crushed by a mediocre game. In fact, instead of this, just play one of the other games I just mentioned.

Quite possibly Kemco's most accomplished mobile effort so far, Symphony of the Origin looks and sounds stunning, but suffers from a poor English localisation which has an impact on the quality of the story. Even so, it's worth a look if you're a fan of the genre.

Killer pixel graphics and awesome music make you want to love The Blocks Cometh, but the crowded controls keep you from embracing it fully.

Infinite Space's strong story and clever upgrade system manage to just about keep the ship afloat against the poor battle mechanics and torturous learning curve.

As good as it's always been, this is really worth a look if you've never strayed into the delights of Zuma before, but veteran players need not apply.

You might not be able to say 'Rymdkapsel', but its brilliance is clear enough for all to understand.

Cling! controls like a dream and looks wonderful, but the steep learning curve means that it's for dedicated players only.

Hills of Glory: WWII is an entertaining tower defence romp, but it's too difficult without IAPs and too easy with them.

It doesn't have the lineage of other fighting games, but Blade Strangers is well worth checking out.

An outstandingly realized rhythm-based battle system housed in an average adventure, all wrapped up in gorgeous visuals.

Max Payne Mobile's repetitive gameplay and irksome controls definitely won't impress newcomers. But for gamers who enjoyed the original, this iOS edition is a strong enough port to bring back good memories.

While arguably an acquired taste, the awe-inspiring animated action boasted by Dragon's Lair is sure to charm you.

A consummate professional, PES 2010 proves just what we've been missing: a solid football sim with impressive AI, excellent controls, and a knack for the passing game.

Although it's blessed with many of the positive attributes of its predecessor, Carnivores: Ice Age is also doesn't do enough to differentiate itself aside from the change of scenery.

While it can be challenging for newcomers, daWindci is a breezy, beautiful puzzler.

A solid platform game that is well worth picking up despite falling just short in its slingshot leap towards greatness.

Emissary of War shows how to make a great iOS dungeon-crawler - it's just a shame there's not more of it.

This twin-stick space shooter offers addictive and compelling blasting action that is almost certain to enthral fans of the genre, although the inevitable repetition of the gameplay does dull its impact a little.

A standard dungeon-crawling JRPG, Cthulhu Saves the World is more of a cheeky love letter than a parody, and that makes it all the more enjoyable.

There are sadly no prizes for guessing which evergreen Nintendo franchise this game is trying to replicate, and while it's not in the same class, Dragon Island Blue should appeal to fans of the genre.

Right now it's not technically a game, but there's still a lot to like in Topia's world-building experiments.

You wouldn't call it innovative, but Dots: A Game About Connecting is one of the most stylish and accessible matching games on the App Store.

Looking for a tough arcade-style challenge? Prepare to be Brick Rolled.

A sticky toffee pudding of a game, Costume Quest is warm, sweet, and satisfying.

A nice blend of styles and ideas, Pocket Titans isn't perfect, but it is a lot of good-natured fun.

Even Up isn't the most exciting puzzler on the App Store, and it arguably suffers for its lack of penalties and rewards, but it's a decent replacement for Sudoku all the same.

Spirit Stones is a solid puzzle-battle game, but progression is difficult if you don't want to spend money on new cards and stamina refills.

The Voyage is an intriguing, vexing puzzle collection from the maker of The Curse, but is let down by some less-than-enjoyable puzzles and a few unwelcome IAPs.

Replacing swords and sorcery with stuff rabbits and deadpan humour might not seem like a good idea on paper, but Zombocalypse Now proves that there's room for experimentation in the genre.

Great Little War Game 2 sticks to familiar battlegrounds, but it's still (wait for it) a great little war game.

A snow bound adventure that keeps you enthralled from first to last, Caverns of the Snow Witch is well worth a look.

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

A clunky and clumsy attempt at something a little different, Golfinity has too many problems to really recommend it.

Sid Meier's Starships is an excellent large scale strategy game, that's nevertheless pleasingly bite-sized.

Final Fantasy Record Keeper will please many fans, but RPG fanatics wanting to sink their teeth into something may be taken aback by the initial lack of content available at launch.

A neatly put together game of pass-and-don't-move, Score! Hero is a simple but engaging experience.

A wonderful looking adventure, Lumino City is about as engaging as it is gorgeous.

A more than solid mobile game, Angry Birds Action has enough going for it to recommend.

Evil Factory is absolutely gorgeous, but even the best graphics can't forgive its virtual controls and poor writing.

Bulb Boy makes itself at home on the Switch to give us a spooky puzzler to play at home or on the go.

A laser-sharp, amazingly entertaining action game that's got a lot going on.

A thematically strong card-based building game that's an awful lot of fun.

The time you spend with Miles and Kilo is bags of fun though, with the characters bouncing humorous dialogue around that often breaks the fourth wall. Yes, it's a familiar blanket that punches, but it's one that impresses with texture, too.

City of Brass has a great whip, but the rest of the game could do with some polish.

Ridge Racer 3D plays it safe by offering the same irresistible power-sliding gameplay we've come to know and love over the past few years, but the impressive 3D effect can't compensate entirely for the crude visuals and lack of online play.

Seamless first-person shooting action with a healthy sprinkling of innovative touchscreen side missions - this is one of the best war-mongering affairs on DS.

With more tricks than your average magician, Snowboard Hero offers frenetic fun on the slopes, held together by an intuitive career mode that keeps you on track from start to finish.

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.

It has its moments, and those moments are worth sticking around some of the less interesting parts for.

Full of undirected energy and enthusiasm, Despicable Me: Minion Rush is a hyperactive endless-runner that lacks poise and focus.

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.

The Denpa Men 3 is as surreal as it is enjoyable. If you've been waiting for an RPG to lose yourself in, The Denpa Men 3 is sure to scratch that itch.

Pixel Ranger's presentation can't be faulted, and it offers a stern arcade challenge for those who are skilful enough to master its occasionally taxing control system.

The crown prince of the American football game, Madden is showing no signs of weakness as he enters his eighteenth year at the top. It may not justify disposing of 07, but this is a great time for newcomers to join the party.

Not in the slightest bit sketchy, Max and the Magic Marker gives you a light hand in level design that results in something of a platforming gem.

It may have little grounding in reality, but Me & My Katamari is so unique and delightful – from the very germ of the idea through to its jaw-dropping, coherent and bursting-with-character execution – that it's one of those games you simply must play.

All the thrills and excitement of its console brothers, with surprisingly dependable controls. A lack of modes and almost useless multiplayer dampens the fun, though.

PS All-Stars Battle Royale plays around the Smash Bros formula, and comes away with a multiplayer experience that's enjoyable, but not essential.

I Am Setsuna does a good job of marrying old and new in one package - and it's delightful on Nintendo Switch.

Even if the combat mechanics aren't alive and kicking, with its inventive puzzles and unique sense of style the body of Dead Head Fred offers an experience PSP owners shouldn't miss.

Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days delivers magical gameplay, though it forgets to summon a good story along with it.

Don't let its cutesy role-playing-lite stylings fool you; Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo Tales is a quality game that's a blast to play. [JPN Import]

One the series' die-hards only. Everyone else should bite the bullet and accept that for this season at least, FIFA's leagues ahead.

It certainly looks the part, but Catapult King's use of 3D makes it all too difficult to enjoy. Stick with those Angry Birds for your castle-toppling needs.

An action-role-player, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time also contains a great multiplayer mode. Only occasional bugs knock off some of the polish.

Whilst not quite as perfectly formed as its prequel, echoshift is still great fun, and offers a relaxing, slow-paced experience that is perfect for Sunday morning brain training.

An entertaining riff on the classic Arkanoid template with extended levels - though their sprawling nature also leads to a couple of dull patches.

A simple but engaging expansion of the slicing genre, KingHunt is an enjoyable arcade blast.

An excellent version of an arcade legend, Pang Adventures is an update and a history lesson rolled into one.

A generic presentation doesn't do Dungeon Crawlers any favours. Nor does the irritating game camera. But it's a robust tactical RPG with some smart gags.

Nidhogg 2 is a game of ethereal highs and thudding lows, and those sporadic bursts of joy are best experienced with a friend by your side.

A wonderfully entertaining, perfectly balanced arcade blast, VS. Racing 2 offers the sort of addictive racing everyone can enjoy.

A fun casual puzzler with some novel concepts, let down by an uneven difficulty curve and unnecessary IAPs.

A stellar update of an esteemed platform classic, the Prince's latest handheld trip is one that is well worth rediscovering - or discovering for the first time if you're lucky enough to still be considered a youngster.

The nub of something very special, just not quite charming or well-realised enough to fulfill its potential.

NightSky is a dream - the sort you never want to wake up from - wrapped in the most challenging of conundrums.

A clever use of mobile technology to tell an enthralling story.

Shame about the loss of multiplayer, but for solo gamers Rocket Riot is a real blast - in bite-sized portions, at least.