There's no denying that it's repetitive, but it retains its arcade-style toughness. [July 2007, p.84]

An abundance of recycled gameplay sours what is otherwise an entertaining, imaginative and memorable end to Ezio's story. [Christmas 2011, p.100]

Waffly, but this inventive musical RPG strikes few bum notes. [Mar 2009, p.56]

Not quite up the standard of the PS3 games - but then what it is? It's still a triumphant early outing for Nathan Drake, and Vita's best launch title. [March 2012, p.88]

The odd-ball humour is as feisty as ever. [Feb 2012, p.107]

Much the same in terms of gameplay, but still ace. We're not sure there's enough new here, though. [Mar 2008, p.72]

A simple idea, but well-executed and lots of polish. [Dec 2011, p.105]

Polished and perfect for parties. Genius online features cement a great package. [Aug 2008, p.76]

Money well spent for a few hours of fun. [Nov 2008, p.84]

Stick to playing NBA Street Homecourt instead. [June 2007, p.83]

The attention to detail is staggering and it handles like a dream. A true technical showcase. [May 2008, p.74]

It's hard. Harder than talking Dracula into a booking a beach holiday. [Mar 2008, p.80]

"Quotation Forthcoming"

Arguably less fluid and immediate than its rival FIFA 12, PES 2012's superior single-player game is nevertheless deep, challenging and often outright magical. [Dec 2011, p.102]

No giant leap for the series, but enough improvements to be a must-buy for VT fans...Our only major complaint is the absence of online play. [Mar 2007, p.66]

Great looks gel with genius game design. [Christmas 2006, p.20]

Soulcalibur's brutal melee combat works well on PSP, and the multi-player is great. [Oct 2009, p.80]

An impressive port that will satisfy seasoned fighters, though it concedes to newbies in the worst way possible. [March 2012, p.92]

The new controls merely paper over the same old flaws - but, ultimately, it's still compulsive fun. [Christmas 2006, p.84]

Still the best golf sim around, but in need of an overhaul. [May 2011, p.93]

The gorgeous visuals, incredible atmosphere, unique subject matter and immense production values are let down, and ultimately made redundant, by the abysmal pacing, sloppy design and criminal lack of length. [Aug 2007, p.60]

It may not provide a quick arcade fix, but as a full on guitar tutor this is one of the most enjoyable ways to learn how to play. [Dec 2012, p.99]

Genuinely difficult to put down. [Sept 2010, p.92]

The tools are there to turn you into the next Timbaland if you've got the talent and dedication. [Dec 2009, p.103]

They have trophy support though, which is nice. [Apr 2009, p.78]

Terrific games, but TCS is pointless if you've played them before. BUt it you haven't, get it. [Christmas 2007, p.66]

Showing its age in terms of ingenuity. Shame. [Oct 2007, p.84]

Honed, if familiar fun, but online focus causes solo player wobble. [June 2010, p.80]