It's exhaustive. [Dec 2009, p.102]

Perfectly balances free-roaming exploration, focused story missions and RPG-style leveling, with sublime handheld controls in Vita's first killer app. [May 2012, p.112]

A rewarding slasher, which puts action ahead of plot and atmosphere. [Oct 2009, p.56]

A little rough around the edges, but this is a seriously enjoyable sandbox backed up by an involving story, well-rounded characters and some brutal combat. [Oct 2012, p.98]

Inventive, charming and fun. [Apr 2011, p.88]

Crucially, it's great fun, and you'll want to play Absolution through more than once. [Christmas 2012, p.90]

Worth checking out for online and the sci-fi novelty value alone. [Jan 2013, p.95]

Overall Nothing much new - except for the most dazzling playlist to grace the series yet. Great.

The story is great, the characters are likeable and it's utterly unique on PS3. It's just a great shame the core mechanics here are so disappointing.

Back to Karkand's maps are tried-and-true classics, and BF3's tech brings plenty of thunder. It's a bit on the expensive side, however.

Another stellar entry in the series then, but not one for newcomers. [Mar 2010, p.88]

Good fun, but we long for a proper PS3 sequel. [Oct 2010, p.96]

The sweetest eye candy around, low on strategy but alive with punchy action. First-rate. [Apr 2008, p.80]

A complex-yet-accessible 2D fighter which will satisfy hardcore SF fans much more than Marvel vs. Capcom 3. [March 2012, p.92]

Developers take note - this is how games for PSP should be made. Keep the controls simple. Structure the action fo rshort, sharp play sessions. And cater for PSP's criminally overlooked online functions. [Nov 2007, p.83]

Excellent in terms of quality and quantity. [Christmas 2006, p.90]

The best F1 game PS3's had - yet issues with AI stupidity remain problematic. [Nov 2011, p.100]

Even if you don't like golf, give it a go because it's one of hte most charming and playable experiences on PSP to date. [Aug 2008, p.80]

The complete party package, made yet more essential by all the new features. [Nov 2007, p.68]

In terms of gameplay, it's still not "Pro Evolution Soccer," but it's just shy of excellent. [Nov 2006, p.78]

Simple, limited, but executed well. A bright spark. [Apr 2012, p.107]

It's like having a pro-golfer training you to become better. [Oct 2008, p.78]

Online rankings are the icing on this outwardly bland, but ultimately rather tasty cake. [May 2007, p.77]

The best FIFA yet, but a post width shy of vital for solo players. [June 2010, p.94]

Deep, hilarious, and simply brilliant fun. [Jan 2013, p.98]

Skilled, stylish, well-balanced kart racing. [Jan 2013, p.101]

The slickest and toughest basketball game of the year. [Dec 2008, p.84]

More intuitive controls. [May 2011, p.92]