Pocket-Run Pool is a brilliantly judged single-player reimagining of everyone's favourite pub game.

The most fun you'll ever have with an intergalactic crustacean, Crabitron's a ton of fun that can be shared with a nearby friend.

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

Jeff Minter updates one of his favourite shooters and the result is a feast for both the eyes and the fingers. Regardless of whether or not you have an appreciation for vintage shooters, you should give this wacky wonder a spin as soon as it's convenient.

Forest Hunt continues the gripping and well-presented tale which began in Act 1, and while it doesn't bring any groundbreakingly new features, fans will find that it's just as entertaining and action-packed

There's some sharp difficulty here, but it's not the sort of thing that's going to make you smash your phone. It's going to push you on deeper, and make you want to find out more. Feist isn't just another game that looks like a bunch of others, it's its own thing, full of wit and whimsy, horror and hardships. And you should do yourself a favour and pick it up right now.

Should be a lesson to every company considering rethinking classic game ideas. We fear it probably won't be. In the meantime, just download it.

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

A recklessly entertaining action game that's the perfect fit for mobile.

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.

A rich, tough, ingenious dungeon crawler that's a pain to play in (mostly) all the right ways.

Not only is Yoshi's Island DS huge, cute, innovative and beautifully presented, its layering of light platforming skills and hardcore item collection mean it's ideal for all abilities.

Move over Candy Crush Saga, the crown for fast-paced puzzling crown now rightfully belongs to Papa Pear.

Hitman: Blood Money REPRISAL shows that old games can still come out of retirement onto a new platform while bringing with them all the things that made them great in the first place.

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.

A clever and challenging spin on the tower defence genre, overlaid with an elaborate science fiction schtick which doesn't outstay its welcome.

CounterSpy is a superb blend of planning and panic. A streamlined stealth experience that'll last indefinitely, CounterSpy is hard to resist but easy to recommend.

Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward is a mature, sophisticated, and delightfully dark whodunnit adventure.

The best Pokemon game so far. Combines the addictive elements of the originals with the latest graphics to great effect. Just don't mention the Pokewalker.

A timeless classic is reborn on iOS. The Lords of Midnight has lost none of its ability to captivate and entertain, and serves as a fitting tribute to Mike Singleton's genius.

The original gamebook has been beautifully revived, and now stands shoulder-to-shoulder with its sci-fi peers across all entertainment media.

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

The First Tree is an intimate experience that almost lures you into a trance as you’re playing. Pawing through the filtered light on the forest floor of this Journey-esque game gives you moments of clarity that are pretty rare to find these days, so if you’re looking to take a break from the chaos of the world around you, then this game is a welcome respite.

It may look like a normal point-and-click puzzler but Thimbleweed Park is complex, classic, hilarious, and will have you coming back for more.

Windjammers is one of the finest co-op games in any genre, and it remains as essential now as it was back in 1994.

But lying at the heart is the same solid gameplay that was popular in the nineties - unforgiving at times, but a shining example of what makes the series great.

TOEM: A Photo Adventure is a cosy and fun puzzle adventure with so many perfect moments. I absolutely loved my time playing it, and I feel it is perfect for your mobile phone.

Packed with action, intrigue, and gore - and excellently told and illustrated by Wallis and Chalk, respectively - Gun Dogs could well be Tin Man's most accomplished gamebook to date.

It's not Mario Kart 9, but Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the best game in the series and a considerable leap forward for portable and multiplayer gaming.

Mario could learn a trick or two from his brother, as Luigi's Mansion 2: Dark Moon stakes its claim as one of the most essential titles available for Nintendo 3DS.

The charming RPG Stardew Valley is so much more than just another farming simulator and feels right at home on the Switch.

How well this will scale over the coming weeks and months is hard to predict, of course. But in its initial incarnation, Fleet Command that most rare of games: a deep mobile MMOG that combines its licence, metagame and gameplay in a thoroughly enjoyable and engaging manner.

Packed full of collectibles, replay value, instantly accessible fun and oozing with charm and character, there really isn't a better candidate for a PS Vita title that everyone must own.

A brilliant little RPG with a collect-'em-all core and a heart of absolute gold.

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 brilliantly paced, sharp-edged brawler that isn't afraid of a bit of silliness. Only One is well worth a play.

Whether you're new to the game or an old hand at it, and even with its graphical downgrade, Rocket League is as much fun as ever on the Switch.

A brilliant step forward for the series, Badland 2 is a wonderful end of year surprise.

An almost perfect distillation of the last great console Ridge Racer with spot-on handling and a stunning engine. Ridge Racer Slipstream is arguably the best arcade racer on iOS.

Baba is You is a smart, silly, brilliant puzzler that demands your attention - ignore it at your own risk.

Brimming with content, eminently replayable, and much improved over previous iterations, Sid Meier's Pirates! is a must-have for any self-respecting iPad buccaneer.

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

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

Athenian Rhapsody is a must-play game for fans of humourous RPGs. With a distinct combat system, bizarre characters, and dialogue that will make you giggle, it offers an experience you don't want to pass up.

Just as involving, dramatic and downright addictive as its PS3 predecessor, Valkyria Chronicles II will have you glued to your PSP for weeks to come.

Between its nods to the RPGs with which we grew up, memorable characters, and moreish gameplay components, Weapon Shop de Omasse is the shining gem of the Guild series.

Tiny Bubbles is a clever and addictive experience that keeps things simple in the best way.

A dark, funny, and super tough mix of genres. And mobile is as good a place as any to start your journey with it.

Conclusive proof that retro games can still mix it up with modern releases, Gridrunner is a shooter fan's dream come true. Sublime controls and a stern challenge make this one of the best blasters to grace iOS in ages.

Plants vs. Zombies belies its cartoonish appearance with a deep and engaging tactical experience providing lasting appeal.

A more expansive take on its six-year-old predecessor, Spider: Rite of the Shrouded Moon still feels admirably fresh and inventive in 2015.

A brilliant game for Star Wars fans and DS fans alike, The Complete Saga combines childlike simplicity with fiendishly hidden depth, providing an involving experience you'll find difficult to beat.

A rich and rewarding fight sim that gives you plenty to do, and makes sure you have fun while you're doing it.

Finding Paradise is an emotional narrative journey that will make you question the truth about happiness, reality, and what it means to live a life without regrets. If the story itself doesn't make you shed a tear or two, the soundtrack (which I now have on loop on Spotify) certainly will.

Much more than a shooter, PixelJunk Shooter Ultimate is an ingenious game of elemental manipulation.

A brilliant, addictive shooter, Blazing Star might have a few niggles, but they're made up for with bombast and bullets.

A brilliant, sometimes maddening mix of a boring sport and a brilliant concept. Just go and play it, yeah?

Energetic, exuberant, and engaging: Surge Deluxe is a puzzler from an earlier time... and is all the better for it.

Few games stand the test of time like Chrono Trigger. A role-playing classic, it's one of the very best the genre has to offer.

Skiing Yeti Mountain is a future classic. The quintessential winter sports experience on mobile.

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

A stylish, eye-catching fighter that proves to be one of the Vita's essential games, even if it is marred by a poor storyline.

Terafyn is immersive fantasy at its finest. The game expertly wields the power of a strong narrative to pull you into the magic of its lands and the mystery of its enchanting creatures with every single word, all under the guise of a collectible card game RPG. Its only drawback is that the prologue is much too short and will definitely leave you wanting, so get your wallet ready - those episodic microtransactions may just bleed your budget dry.

Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack is the best downloadable launch game for the PS Vita.

A solid port of one of the best games ever made. It's expensive, but you'll get an awful lot of bang for your buck.

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.

It won't be to everyone's taste, but Stone Age: The Board Game is a deep and entertaining multiplayer package.

A gorgeous, surprisingly deep shooter that sucks you back into Halo's universe. Fun and flashy in all the right ways.

A brilliantly balanced, perfectly playable game of strategy and swooping turns that will have you enthralled, Sid Meier's Ace Patrol is a must-play.

There's so much to like in Cally's Caves 4 that it's difficult to find fault with it. Yes, it's tough, yes it's frustrating in places, but the whole time you're playing you're likely to have a huge grin on your face. If you're a fan of the series, or of old-school platformers in general, then do yourself a favour and pick this one up straight away.

One of the best Final Fantasy games, now with high definition visuals.

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.

Campfire Cooking is not only visually striking, it's also relaxing, endearing, addictive, and offers up a real variety of challenging puzzles to enjoy.

Indeed, it's somewhat ironic that only now, with the integration of Wi-Fi, Pokémon has become the community game it's always pretended to be. Casting a retrospective eye upon the series, it would appear that every game since the series started in 1995 has just been a level up. This, finally, is the real deal. [JPN Import]

There are games out there that are maybes, but Starman is a definitely. It might be a little short, it might be a little slow, and it might be a little annoying in places, but when it gets things right it gets them so very right. Take your time with it, have a sit down and make a brew. By the end you'll have played through something that's really rather impressive.

A hugely entertaining shooter that works brilliantly on touchscreen, Neon Shadow is a must-buy for anyone who likes a blast.

Pineapple: A Bitter Sweet Revenge can be played in an evening, giving you a new take on a viral Reddit story, that comes with its own message. It's also fantastic in the level of polish, providing for a very fun game to play.

Streets of Rage 4 is a faithful sequel to a hit beat 'em up franchise that still manages to shine even after two decades. The mobile version will supposedly introduce multiplayer functions in a later update for free, but until then, you can rid those streets of rage alone without assists and still have a lot of fun - just remember to keep an eye out for those whole chickens someone keeps leaving behind trash cans for some reason.

Highly polished, finely-tuned, practically flawless - and that's just the golf balls. Open Tee 2 delivers the best portable golf game ever exclusively to PSP. Robust multiplayer tops a long list of reasons to pick up this hole-in-one.

A brilliant little skating game, Penny Time is a hugely entertaining title that anyone can enjoy.

Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is a gorgeous, amusing, and challenging turn-based strategy that's easily the best exclusive on Nintendo Switch so far. I'm just as surprised as you are.

A brilliantly put together arcade racing package, Asphalt 8: Airborne is every bit as exciting as you might have hoped.

The best thing to happen to Pinball since Tommy, Momonga is a unique game that has plenty of staying power.

Charm and originality waft through the air like the rhythmic beats of its fantastic gameplay - Patapon is as close as you can get to portable pleasure without an 'adults only' rating.

Tales of the Mirror is one of those games that will captivate you within the first 5 minutes, and will only build that up the more you play. Everything is perfect from an audio and graphic point of view, and when it comes to the narrative, you're in for a treat.

Klei's hybrid of cyberpunk sneaking and turn-based tactics is a must-play for fans of the stealth genre.

Impressive on every level, strategy and tactics, scale and presentation, despite the odd rough edge from porting.

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.

Clash of Heroes is a monstrous RPG with beautiful graphics; a suite of multiplayer modes; and some of the most smart and addictive battles around.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze is a brilliantly inventive 2D platformer that deserves to be considered alongside Nintendo's best.

The battle between flora and undead fauna remains as fun as ever in this accomplished iPhone and iPod touch version.

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

While it might draw comparisons with No Man's Sky, Morphite heads out in its own direction, and it works much better.

A brilliant game that's full to bursting with bright ideas and new ways to play.

A brilliantly paced and balanced RPG experience that feels nostalgic and innovative at the same time.

A razor-edged, bite-sized platforming experience of the highest calibre.

Desta: The Memories Between is a dodgeball-like turn-based strategy game set in personal dreams where you really need to plan each move.

SteamWorld Dig 2 is a fantastic addition to the franchise which uses everything we loved about the first game and builds on it, whilst also taking into account what fans have asked for. It's strategic, exciting, fun, utterly enjoyable, and a must-have for the average Switch owner. Whether you've played the first game or not, you'll have a blast with this one.