It's you and your machine versus the circuit. In this respect, Gran Turismo PSP doesn't stall, effortlessly powering to the front of the handheld field in a manner that is likely to leave many a petrolhead breathless.

Luigi's Mansion is a truly wonderful game, but the 3DS was the wrong place to port it.

Too lightweight for fighting fans and too charmless for anime fans, it's hard to see this pleasing anybody.

Worms 4 updates the ancient formula in all the ways you might expect on mobile, but technical woes and streamlining hamper the all important multiplayer.

Despite an underwhelming story mode, the action-packed multiplayer matches and lashings of customisation make Custom Robo Arena a nice little diversion.

Light on story but heavy on gameplay, Yumi's Odd Odyssey will as surely delight platformer connoisseurs as it will confound casual players.

An atmospheric zombie shooter whose annoyances are outweighed by production values which put full-price games to shame.

Though Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers may be a little harder to get into than Devil Survivor Overclocked, it's just as entertaining.

Visually appealing and with an operatic setting like no other, Battle of Puppets's strategic play is highly addictive, if also repetitive.

Sir Benfro's Brilliant Balloon is a good-looking and solid game, but it doesn't do as well in gameplay terms as it does in aesthetic ones.

A twitchy sprint that nestles on the line between high-speed thrills and spectacular death, Ion Racer is a dangerously compulsive speedster.

Gorgeous looking and a joy to play for flick gamers and NFL fans alike, it's just a shame so little has been added to the sequel beyond IAP-heavy bonuses.

Plenty of bang for your buck here. It may not be the longest of games, nor overly feature rich, but it's as enjoyable as it is refreshing to play. Every 3DS owner should give this a go.

Those looking for an opportunity to build a world, while destroying someone else's, will find Clash of Clans a very appealing package with surprisingly deep layers of strategy to dig through.

A twisty-turny platformer that still feels a bit repetitious despite its hook. Good fun, if only for the death scenes.

Chillaxian delivers what its name promises: an arcade shooter that manages to be challenging and mellow.

There's a decent beat to Imps in Tokyo that should get you past most of its little problems.

Titan Souls is an elegant game with a unique identity, but all those brow-beating boss battles that end in seconds will leave you a little empty.

A well put together, but ultimately pretty drab match-stuff puzzler.

Dirac starts out brightly, but the further you get into it, the more you realise that it can't quite follow up that initial interest.

A bright and garish racer that's fun in all of the right ways.

Despite a potentially steep learning curve and light replayability, Super Gridland's unique approach is well worth checking out by fans of the genre.

Evidence 111 is a unique detective game in that it encourages you to hear instead of see all the action from your phone. The story is nothing too revolutionary, but the superb voice acting is the highlight of the title, making for an entertaining hour-and-a-half journey.

Fire Emblem Warriors tries to blend together two distinct franchises, and it almost manages to pull it off.

Kamiko aims for Zelda-lite but falls way too short of the mark due to dull design, simple puzzles, and levels which lack substance.

An impressive iOS debut, Fibble is an entertaining and engaging puzzler, albeit one that never quite sparks into life.

Despite repetitive missions and performance issues, Xenome, Episode 1 has the right stuff when it comes to role-playing.

Monsterz Revenge is too scattered to be fun, its colourful charm offset by oddball tendencies and disjointed gameplay.

Better on flash, 8 Ball Pool is still an enjoyable - if limited - game of pool to play on the move.

Infected is more akin to a mild tummy bug than a potentially life-ending bout of Ebola. To be fair though, it's probably more entertaining than either.

Whether you like pinball or not, there's no denying that Marvel Pinball 3D ticks numerous right boxes.

Paladins is a worthy addition to the Switch, but it feels a bit soulless and shallow despite its breadth of heroes.

An extremely testing puzzle game that demands on-the-spot logical thinking rather than gut reactions, PQ2 is an intriguing experience backed up with loads of content.

Despite a few gaps in its defence, Z is a solid time-killer for the solo strategist.

With familiar rotational platformer gameplay and exacting mechanics, Pyro Jump won't set your world on fire, but it is a solidly crafted example of the genre.

It might not capture the brilliance of the first game, but They Need To Be Fed 3 has enough new ideas that it's still worth a go.

Stick It to the Man! won't be for everyone, but it's a super solid port, has a great art style, and offers up a good mix of platform and point-and-click gaming.

At times brilliant, FIFA 11 is also limited by odd fumbles to ensure that this is just the first step on the road to glory, rather than the crowning moment itself.

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

A beautiful, sad, sometimes brilliant game. It has a few problems, but it's worth sticking with all the same.

A standard endless-runner that's hampered by its dodgy controls, lack of social features, cheap deaths, and painfully unfunny humour. Verdict? Jog on.

It might not have layers of intrigue or mystery, but Roar Rampage has exactly the right amount of destruction required to put a smile on your face.

Though not as deep as many of its rivals, Army of Darkness: Defense makes sheer playability its focus and serves up an addictive castle defence battler.

An entertaining single-player mode and some excellent multiplayer modes make Worms 3 a decent addition to the long-running series.

It has its troubles, but Nono Islands manages to overcome most of them pretty well.

Arguably indispensable for those wanting and able to play with others, but despite some interesting touches the new single-player mode fizzles more than it explodes.

Although it isn't quite the game it could be, Extreme Justice is nevertheless a polished, outrageous and – most importantly – highly competent video game equivalent of the kind of films that have turned high-camp action into an art form.

Experience an emotional story following several brave souls during WWI as you navigate and solve problems while avoiding rendering spots.

Gorgeous presentation and an astonishingly complete online element help New International Track and Field overcome its relatively minor issues and ascend very close to the top step of the podium.

Little Raiders: Robin's Revenge is a battle-infused progress quest with plenty of potential, but feels a little rushed upon release.

It's not the most in-depth of games, but Journey Below plays so well that you won't mind retreading the same ground.

Moto Racer DS is a good choice if you're after a semi-serious bike racer on the DS. It's got more mileage than your average Suzuki's tank.

You have to dig through a layer of questionable controls, but at the core of Miner Disturbance lies an ingenious adventure-puzzler.

Flick Baseball Pro is a good-looking, yet unashamedly shallow game without the modes and features needed to really play ball.

Stoneship is an intriguing mix of memory gaming, high seas exploration and strategic planning, but its regularly frustrating nature and lack of replay value take the wind out of its sails.

An adorable prehistoric romp, Chop Chop Caveman has sharp, modern graphics and clunky, stone age controls.

Cleverly weaving together action and strategy, Fleeced! - Shear Terror epitomises creative design and competitive fun.

Twin-stick blasting goes online with this excellent and highly addictive title. If you can stomach the large amount of time required to unlock the best weapons, you'll find a long-lasting challenge awaits.

Space Tripper attempts to resurrect the hard-as-nails coin-op blaster genre on the iPhone, but the tilt controls don't offer the degree of control required for such a uphill battle.

Great graphics and a catchy (if familiar) soundtrack contribute to the overall excellent game atmosphere.

Funny and challenging, Stunt Star: The Hollywood Years will prove a worthy download for fans of the physics-based genre, but the intense difficulty of the later levels limits its appeal.

A ferociously intense, multiplayer-focused real-time strategy game that's hugely entertaining, despite the lack of online play.

A grind-heavy card battler, with high production values, and even higher costs if you want to play to a decent level.

A charming building game that's full of potential. The core systems and menus are just too much like hard work for all but the most dedicated of virtual grafters, though.

Small Fry combines frantic swimming with fishy flight to create a tasty action experience.

Bold and imaginative, Shapist brings shape sorting into the modern age with impressive panache. It may prove too challenging for more casual puzzlers, though.

A generously proportioned, cleverly made, if familiar physics-puzzler with a particularly sweet glaze on top.

A tactile combination of Threes! and match-three puzzler gameplay, SideSwype is perhaps a little too streamlined for its own good.

A touch disjointed, but always captivating, this cinematic Charlie's Angels in space has modern sensibilities, smarts and attitude/

A game that never lives up to its central idea, Haunt the House: Terrortown is spoilt by clumsy controls.

A reasonably well put together wrestling game, but there are some pretty frayed edges that keep it from being great.

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

No, it won't be to everyone's tastes, but if you're a fan of board games then there's definitely a lot to love here. And if you're a fan of baseball you might understand some of the things the game says to you. Either way there's a good deal of fun to suck out of Bottom of the 9th. Don't write it off if you don't fit into both, or either of the camps, it's designed for. Just go with it, and you might be pleasantly surprised.

Those who previously complained about the title's lack of touch screen will be thoroughly satisfied this time around. Mind you, if you've played it already, there's not that much point grabbing it again. Despite the fact Max: The Curse of Brotherhood isn't a fantastic game, it is a great platformer/puzzler which does shine up nicely on the Switch.

Before you dismiss Dragon Quest Tact as another gacha game that brings nothing new to the table, it’s worth a try to download and see if it’s your cup of tea. You can also take advantage of the very first “Scout” chance you get for ten pulls - rerolling or retrying again and again helps you nab S-Rank monsters right from the get-go. I personally lucked out with three S-Rank pulls from the draw pool, and yes, they’re worth every tap.

The Centennial Case: A Shijima Story is a live-action mystery adventure where you'll have to solve murders to piece together a centuries-old case. The narrative is incredibly intriguing, but it can be a huge slog to get there especially for an on-the-go gamer. Be sure you've got the patience to power through if you're looking to get into this game.

Soul Calibur is a fantastic fighting game, which is harder to recommend than it should be thanks to a high price tag and the omission of any multiplayer modes.

An attempt at modernising classic arcade gameplay, Minotaur Rescue fails due to awkward, imprecise controls.

A gorgeous looking shooter that pushes the series into the modern mobile age.

Pudding Monsters is cute, creative, and eminently playable. But it's a bit too familiar, and a bit too easy, to be a truly essential puzzler.

A sharp, snappy RTS with little frippery, Galcon Legends isn't a classic, but it's still a lot of fun.

If you're prepared to come to terms with the sizeable control issues and accept the occasional technical gremlin, there's gold to be found in them there pixels.

A kompelling combination of a klassic bloody brawler and spin-off mini-game, Ultimate Mortal Kombat's few flaws are dealt a good kicking by the game's awesome online multiplayer.

A decent mix of action and platform gameplay, but despite an interesting new feature, Crash of the Titans simply doesn't do enough to stand out in a sea of Nintendo DS titles.

Xeodrifter isn't very inventive or creative, and unlocking bits of the map feels like busywork.

An open-world battle racer with more crash-bang-wallop than a brass band in a bar-room brawl. It just needs a smidgen more dev to realise its full potential.

While maintaining the sugary sweet style of its inventive forerunners, LocoRoco Midnight Carnival braves new gameplay that has sticky points preventing it from being as grand.

An interesting combination of mechanics makes for a compelling and highly enjoyable game but, if it’s available in your region, you’d be better off with the mobile original.

A polished version of a solid game, Ski Safari: Adventure Time doesn't deviate far from the promise of its title.

Bird Zapper! is match-three done well with solid gameplay, fun power-ups, and attention to the little details.

While it's far from being a revolution, Madcoaster is a very well-made entry in an increasingly stagnant genre.

Black Bird is difficult, weird, and an utterly brilliant shmup you need to check out right now.

If you're after a by-the-numbers rhythm-action experience, then HarmoKnight has you covered, but its lack of style and unwillingness to push any of its few ideas forward are a massive letdown.

George Orwell meets Monster Hunter in what feels like one of Vita's oddest and most significant exclusives yet.

While it isn't the most innovative game in the world, Tiny Plane has enough interesting ideas to make repeatedly destroying a plane a decent way to waste some time.

Bubble Witch Saga 2 remains a fun and polished Puzzle Bobble-alike puzzler, but its random reward system and blatant IAP-milking structure prove a little tough to stomach.

I went into Wuthering Waves fully expecting to write it off, thinking it would be a pale imitation of the big one, but it just isn’t. It pains me to say, but it is better. Comparing it to another feels like an insult, Wuthering Waves is just really fun in and of itself. I will be playing more of this, and I wholeheartedly recommend everyone give it a spin. The gameplay is incredibly fun, it looks beautiful, and you don’t need to drop a penny to win. Also, you can pet and feed at least one cat. Probably should have led with that and saved myself the time.

A linear and repetitive experience, though one that certainly isn't short of occasional frantic moments of arcade greatness. But mediocre production values do restrict its potential and ultimate appeal.