Actually Bug Princess is the best danmaku shooter developed by Cave for iOS devices, with great style, intense shoot 'em up action and Universal support between iPhone and iPad. What's next? Ketsui and Ibara, we hope.

Wind-up Knight is an awesome action game, with an outstanding gameplay which is progressively enriched with new elements. A must buy.

Fingle is a brilliant and very intimate mix between Twister and finger play. Sometimes it can be pretty difficult but we love the original and sexy way Game Oven took advantage of the iPad interface.

SoulCalibur V is a great game with amazing visuals but above all what makes the game super fun to play are the new mechanics, easy to pull out but deep and perfectly devised in the legacy of the franchise.

Metal Gear Solid HD Collection is definitely an huge collection, a quality and videogame culture rich one that should not be left out from any videogamer private collection. Series veterans and newcomers now have the opportunity to experience these games in HD.

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective was a real jewel on the Nintendo DS and it's more so on the iOS platform, thanks to the high-resolution graphics and sounds. Don't miss it.

UFC Undisputed 3 is the new edition of THQ's popular franchise dedicated to mixed martial arts. The improved combat system, the simplified and fun career mode with a huge roster make this game the best MMA simulation of all time.

Dear Esther is a peculiar game. With its beautiful landscapes and script, some people could find it a great experience, others could hate the lack of interaction and the plain gameplay.

It has been a long wait, but Alan Wake is finally available on PC and it comes with better graphics and a gorgeous collector's edition that includes both DLCs and some very interesting extras for a bargain price.

Crusader Kings II is an engaging game. Grand stratedy fans will be pleased by all its features, while other people may also enjoy it. Simply a must for all the people who loved previous Paradox games.

Although it's a 'member' of a not particularly popular genre, Lumines is without any doubt one of the best PlayStation Vita launch games, a visual/audio gem with a high quality production value.

It's been a long wait but well worth it: SSX returns at its best with a new approach to the snowboarding genre. Its exaggerated tricks mixed with the new survival tune, well crafted graphics and abundance of content make it the game that SSX fans - and generally extreme sports games fans - were dreaming of during the last few years.

Altough short and not very challenging, Journey is a different and extraordinary kind of videogame, an experience you cannot miss for every other title someone could advise you.

ZiGGURAT doesn't need extra modes or tons of unlockable content to be addictive, because it's just fun, manic and full of brilliant game design ideas.

It's not just a great showcase for the new iPad high-resolution screen, it's mainly an excellent air combat game with great graphics, tight controls and a huge load of content.

The King of Fighters XIII comes back as the leader of technical fighting games. A lot of single player modes, characters and the good online experience but first of all a solid and difficult gameplay make this last release a must buy for all the fans.

If games are still in their infancy, after playing Lone Survivor we bet they'll have a bright future in their adulthood.

Legend of Grimrock is an old-fashioned dungeon crawler brilliant in many ways. Any good old player will love it!

Much more than a simple and cheap reissue, Bit.Trip Complete is the best form in which you can experience this games, all-inclusive and with more content than before. Already one of the most interesting indie titles for console, Bit.Trip just got better: a recommended purchase for everyone.

A work of art, an original puzzle platform with outstanding visuals and music. Slightly afflicted by a mixed-bag jump system and weird map design.

BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend is an excellent fighting game and a virtually identical porting of its PlayStation 3 counterpart, jampacked with content, modes and goodies to unlock. However, it's still your usual BlazBlue and you might not be interested if you have already purchased Continuum Shift II and every DLC character.

Trials Evolution takes what was great in Trials HD, and expands it in every conceivable way; a wonderful, frustrating, exhilarating, engrossing game that everyone with some gaming skills should at least try.

Bug Princess 2 delivers a solid bullet hell experience with five challenging levels, huge bosses and three different game modes. One of the best shooters available on the App Store right now.

A perfect console porting for the Notch's masterpiece, with the promises of new, free of charge updates.

Despite some balance issues and a clunky storytelling, Diablo III proves how good a classic formula can be renewed: It's fast, fun and has a lot of replay value. Definitely worth the wait.

Even sharing a similar formula, Pocket Planes is a much better game than the previous Tiny Tower, featuring an intuitive strategic gameplay and huge amounts of content for a free-to-play.

There's no Peace Walker included, frame rate might be inconsistent, rear touch controls are a little tricky to adapt to and a few textures didn't age so well; however, Metal Gear Solid HD Collection offers two real masterpieces which really stand the test of time.

This is out of doubt the best Duels of the Planeswalker released on the market from the start of the series. The interface works well and there are enough contents to keep the players playing for a long time.

With Resonance, Vince Twelve has demonstrated how it's possible to create a compelling and fresh adventure thanks to the perfect combination of a fashinating story, great puzzles and innovative ideas.

Autumn Dynasty is one of the best classic RTS on the App Store; the production value is visible from the very beginning, and every fan of the genre should consider purchasing this impressive product.

The main campaign in Sound Shapes is a synesthetic journey through the personality of four great artists, but where it shines the most is in the flexible and entertaining music editor.

New Star Soccer in equally horrible on the eyes and incredibly addictive to play. If you have any kind of interest in soccer you really just have to download it.

One of the best Live Arcade of 2012. A gorgeous, lengthy Metroidvania like adventure, with a lot of contents, incredible graphics, an addictive combat system and brilliant level design.

Supergiant Games did a great job adapting the controls and creating a perfect tablet version for an already wonderful action RPG.

A brilliant side-scroller stealth game, with great visuals, level design, and high replay value. Avoid this only if you hate the genre.

F1 2012 is what the fans of the circus are waiting for. Refined handling, new contents and above all the ultimate F1 experience.

Though it's not simple and fast-paced as Angry Birds, Bag Piggies is a real blast, an action puzzle game with a very deep gameplay and plenty of levels.

Blast-A-Way it's a true surprise, even on the quite crowded physics puzzle genre. Another quality game from Illusions Labs.

Firaxis has made the miracle to revitalize an old series without altering its nature. A great work of art.

Forza Horizon is a great spin-off for the series, great variety and gameplay, gorgeous landscapes, massive soundtrack and nice free-roaming structure. It's hard not to fall in love with. Those who love racing games can't go wrong with Playground Games effort.

A gorgeous sandbox with a plethora of things to do inside it. The series has reached new peaks in terms of quality and quantity, it's a pity that Ubisoft didn't manage to improve the combat system and the AI at the same level, preventing the game from becoming a true masterpiece.

Okami HD is an extraordinary, artistic and epic game that will absorb you entirely.

That Punch Quest is free or not doesn't really matter: Rocketcat's last game is without any doubt one of the most polished, frantic and enjoyable running game on the App Store.

No Time Left is the ending that all fans were expecting. Simply the highest moment of all the series.

Little Inferno is a unique game which warms the player's heart with the flame of art.

Sure, it's not the most comfortable way to explore Vice City, but the low price and high quality of this mobile version are both very good reasons to get back in the shoes of Tommy Vercetti.

Minigore 2: Zombies is a huge improvement over the first episode and stands as one of the best (if not the best) twin analog shooter available on the App Store.

Despite many premises that could be frightful for the classic fan, Dead Space 3 turns out to be another chapter true to the spirit of the series. Co-op play isn't intrusive and the traditional survival horror structure is safe.

Playing Antichamber is like entering in a museum of contemporary art: you have to leave every assumption outside if you want to understand what is inside.

Dead Space 3 for PC is a good port, with plenty of advanced video options but standard res textures and no DirectX 11 support. That said, the game itself is stunning and the fans will not be disappointed.

Even if you're constantly moving from point A to point B, Crysis 3 makes you feel truly free, the main character behind great events, and that's absolutely not a negligible achievement. In other words, this is the best piece of work from the Crytek guys so far.

An excellent platform puzzle by The Behemoth team and one of the best Live Arcade offerings of 2013. Lots of fun with multiplayer modes. If you like the genre, don't miss this game.

The latest game from DrinkBox Studios is an explosion of colours, rumbles and references from the Mexican folklore or the video game culture. The adventure is quite short, but always intense and entertaining.

The single-player mode is only an appetizer for the frantic, exciting and unpredictable banquet offered by the cooperative experience.

The Cat Lady is simply one of the most beautiful horror adventure out there, something that goes beyond a videogame and yet a work of art that only a videogame could have delivered.

Animal Crossing: New Leaf is no doubt the best entry in the twelve years old franchise, but it's still the same game at its core and both new and veteran players should keep that in mind.

It may not be a masterpiece, but Alan Wake is one of the best games we played on Xbox 360 in the last six months. Stephen King fans will love it.

Conviction can't be the perfect epilogue for the saga. The new Sam Fisher's adventure is well structured, with a fluid and fast gameplay and an intricate and addictive plot but it has several technical glitches and imperfections. But if you don't mind about these problems, you'll play Conviction from the start until the end and will appreciate every single part of its gameplay.

Relic has done a wonderful job with this original and innovative RTS, cleaning away the strategy archetypes we're used to playing with. But sadly there are several deficiencies, starting with the repetitive missions and a difficult to master multiplayer. A must buy for strategic fans but not the perfect title we were looking for.

MadWorld is an awesome action game, filled to the top with stylish graphics, exaggerated violence and black humour: it is indeed the kind of product that the Wii hardcore gamers were waiting for, but the biggest part of the audience won’t event notice it. This is a serious nominee for 2009 “best game no one ever played” award.

Patapon 2 maintains the mechanics and atmosphere of the first chapter, but it's further then its natural evolution. In comparison to the original title it has in fact brought on our PSP a series of options, additional formality, variety and complexity that decidedly bring it to a superior level in comparison to the simplest rhythm game with strategic elements that we knew.

All in all, Boom Blox Bash Party is an excellent sequel, a great multiplayer experience and the proof that it is actually possible to create a casual game capable of hooking up even the most harcore audience.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is a great game, but not as great as we expected. The revamped multiplayer and new spec ops are worth the price, but the single player is too much similar to the first episode and it lacks the excellence of the story telling of Modern Warfare.

Simply the best basketball simulation out there. Some gameplay mechanics could be better and players' faces would need a further improvement in the technical department. An highly recommended game and not just for basket fans.

Seabass and Konami finally made big changes inside the PES formula, with many improvements in every aspect and a great atmosphere surrounding their production. It's a pity that the game is still limited by some automatisms that prevent it from being a real revolution, but this year we can surely look forward for the future iteration of the saga.

Despite unsolved bugs and non-updated teams, PES 2011 has lots of novelties, excellent commentary and a great graphics.

The narration is audacious and amusing, the direction is bright and perfect. No matter how easy are the puzzles.

Gran Turismo 5 is marked by many highs and lows in every aspect of the game. It looks like Polyphony (what a joke) needed a bit more time to polish everything and put more attention to the online part. But still, the game is so much fun and retain the core gameplay of the series, with an excellent made single player and the smell of the race passion in every bit of the code.

What Criterion Games has done with Hot Pursuit is immediately visible when you start the new Need for Speed. There are several problems within the gameplay starting with few races modes and too much aliasing on screen. Other than these imperfections Hot Pursuit is a wonderful arcade racing game that everyone can really enjoy.

The new AI and physics engine with the tons of options and game mode give to NHL 12 a new dimension of excellence. Every fan of this sport can't miss this masterpiece.

The are several flaws in the gameplay starting from the light plot to the unusual checkpoints and savegames system and the minimal multiplayer. But at the same time RAGE does its work as a wonderful first person shooter and the racing section works well too.

RAGE is no doubt a great game. It's exciting, keeps you enthralled for hours, has an excellent combat system and some very good AI. The boundary elements such as the races are more entertaining than what you'd expect, and the single player campaign lasts at least 15 hours. However, from a technical standpoint id's last effort could really disappoint the ones who were expecting something more.

Whale Trail is one of the best "endless run" on the App Store, thanks to the fantastic mix between atmosphere and gameplay. A great level design and the particular soundtrack complete an already splendid picture.

A rich game with tons of content. Anno 2070 is one of the best iterations in the series. Blue Byte has built another great game.

Kingdom Rush is an addictive Tower Defense for iPad, strictly based on strategy. There are no revolutions in the concept, but the full-strategic approach is a new way for the genre.

Quotation forthcoming.

Thirty Flights of Loving is an experimental game which know how tell a story. Blendo Games has created a little masterpiece.

Slowly Konami is starting to enhance its soccer experience and with PES 2013 we've finally got a good product that still misses some of the best features we'd like to see in a soccer game.

Trigger Fist is probably the only iOS shooter which doesn't try to emulate console titles, and that's the main reason why it's such an unique and truly enjoyable multiplayer experience.

Bordelands 2 is one of the best cooperative game on the market, but played in single-player is a little boring. If you have some friends to share the fun, buy it immediately.

The World Ends with You: Solo Remix is a more than welcome release on the App Store, taking one of the best recent Jrpg to the iOS platform. Even if the original still plays better, the adaptation to the touch screen could be considered a success. Shame on Square Enix for the absurd price, the separate iPhone and iPad versions and the lacking of support for the new iPad Retina Display.

AC3 on Wii U has the same content as the other versions with several minor enhancements for the GamePad controller. It's a shame that the frame rate is a little lower and all the bugs of the other versions are still there.

Frantic and spectacular, Sine Mora for Vita slightly downsizes its graphics but in return it offers the perfect portable experience for any shoot 'em up fan out there.

It's really hard to find something wrong with Cordy 2, since it's the perfect sequel to an already solid platformer.

Flower is really one of the best games on Sony's PSN, that truly shows what Ps3 and the dual shock 3 can do. But the most correct word to describe Flower is "beautiful". A simple description for a simple but mesmerizing and touching experience.

Battlefield 1943 is a welcome back to the saga's roots. A fast, fun and effective online game, well above the average product you can buy over Xbox Live or PlayStation Network. Hours of gameplay await the ones willing to spend the 15€ needed to buy this game.

Overall, PES 2009 is a better, more refined and complete experience than before. The classic controller option makes the game more accessible to the casual audience, but also shows that maybe Konami doesn't believe too much in the Wii-exclusive gameplay mechanics. Besides that, this is the best soccer you can play on Nintendo's amazingly successful console.

It is a further footstep in the u-turn tried with the fourth episode, however it risk to get angry the players which are searching for an experience more channeled in the rules of the genre.

Although not very deep and sometimes inclined to chaotic action, Swords and Soldiers is an original and ironical take on the RTS genre. A little short, but still one of the funniest strategic game ever released specifically on console.

Three is the magic number: The incredible world of Metroid returns in a single disk with 16:9 and other interesting extra, but the package is a little thin for collectors.

Left 4 Dead 2 misses the sense of wonder of the first chapter but still has a lot of new content, a more compelling competitive experience and some great campaigns. It's a full game, not a data disk, and It worth all the money It costs.

Even if we had to wait a long year for the game to get outside Japan, Tatsunoko vs Capcom is still a great beat'em up, filled with content and boosting a nice online mode.

Another year, another FIFA, another great game. This time the series is back with more gameplay and mode improvements which EA hope will help the title remain the number one football game on PSP.

Shatter is without a doubt the best reinterpretation of the Breakout formula; an impressive arcade that unfortunately ends too soon, but overall is still one of the best exclusive PSN games of the entire catalogue.

Dirt 2 is the best arcade off-road experience to date providing good time both to new and skilled player. DirectX 11 are a nice touch to this solid offer.

A package all of Gears of War 2 fans will be surely please to download and play. A new single player campaign chapter, 7 new maps and a new take on the classical gameplay make up for an experience surely worth of the price.

After one year, Layton is still a great experience: puzzles are challenging as they were supposed to be and the story is very well written, with charming characters and locations. One of the best "more of the same" of the year.

Disgaea 2: Dark Hero Days is the ultimate version of this game. It's not a simply porting from PlayStation 2 of Disgaea 2: Cursed Memories, but a better and complete edition of this tactical role-playing game. With many improvements to the gameplay and added content such as stages and characters, newcomers are given an excellent place to start the series and Disgaea fans will be happy to play it. Highly recommended.

So many times we have heard speaking of Pokémon as a game for children, a B-series RPG. So false. Whoever spent a few hours on any issue of the franchise will surely agree on the excellent quality of one of the best and most addictive RPGs on the market. Too bad it keeps recycling itself: HeartGold and SoulSilver are the best issues in the series but at the same time they do not offer anything really new to newcomers and old fans, aside for a cute device.

ModNation Racers is a great title, with many excellent modes and an awesome online implementation in terms of multiplayer and content sharing. The graphics engine, which in the beta raised more of a concern, has been properly optimized and now delivers fluid and fast races on spectacular tracks.

Very funny at first and technically impressive, Split/Second: Velocity is a very addictive game that brings you adrenaline constantly. It's a pity it has some balance and multiplayer problems tough.

UFC 2010 Undisputed confirmed that this franchise is the best of the mixed martial arts simulation genre. With in depth fighting system that rewards practice, addictive and lengthy career mode, UFC Undisputed 2010 is a must-have for MMA fans especially for the new additions to this year's version have been made exclusively to the hardcore gamers.

NHL 11 is mere evolution of previous year effort from EA. It's still the best hockey simulation around.

With a short but intense single player campaign, Zombie Mode with online co-op, fourteen multiplayer maps, a brand new credits system to unlock new weapons, customizable controls and even support for the Classic Controller, Call of Duty: Black Ops is definitely the best episode of the series ever made for Nintendo Wii.

Way better than its predecessor, you can still argue over its artistical direction and lack of polish. But 2 Worlds 2 is one of the best Fantasy Action Rpg you may experience on any platform.

Game Dev Story is certainly one of the best simulation games on the App Store to date. Sadly it's not really optimized for iPhone and it lacks Game Center support or any other social feature. But it has several good irons in the fire, and the mix of humour and completeness recalls some classics like Bullfrog's Theme Hospital. Well, come to think of it, it's so comprehensive that it would deserve to be released on PC.

Galaxy on Fire 2 gives a sense of freedom never felt before on the iPhone. Every journey through the stars is simply astonishing, and there are many things that happens while trying to complete any quest. Every flaw of the first game has been fixed, and now the trading element plays an even more important role. Probably, more stunning battles and a better voice-over would have been appreciated, but actually Galaxy on Fire 2 is the most polished, deep and wide space combat simulation on the App Store.

A superb sequel to one of the best games on the iphone, Super QuickHook is a fantastic experience with some great art style.

Even better than the prequel, the new Mario vs. Donkey Kong is an addictive little gem with compelling gameplay, exceptional music and a Creator Mode which boosts the not-so-incredible longevity. One of the best games on the DS, period.

Starfront Collision is clearly a StarCraft clone, but considering its context this is a strong value. Copying Blizzard, Gameloft succeeded in creating the best classic RTS currently available for iOS systems in the App Store.

A frantic run into the fighting madness with convincing visual effects. Great in single player, less long-lived in multiplayer, but always original.

Dissidia 012: Duodecim Final Fantasy is not just a simple cut and paste of the past iteration, but it's the ultimate edition of the game, the perfect fan service. Maybe there's too much sense of deja-vu, but the quality of the game is past dispute.

Darkest Hour is not just a spin off, it is the real heird of Hearts of Iron 2. A believable and dramatic walk trough the most epic and dramatic moments of the 19th century.

Those who will get into this sparkling and friendly installment of the Patapon franchise will definitely enjoy a game filled with content, especially if played with friends.

inFAMOUS 2 is a compelling game with improved and pretty graphics plus a perfect control system that is greatly integrated with the entertaining gameplay. It's a pity that the game lacks the perfect balance between action and platform sections like the first chapter and that it looks like Sucker Punch didn't put the same attention on the game design like we have would expected.

Terraria is the best Minecraft clone on the market. Version 1.05 add many items and the Hardcore mode, which is the ultimate Terraria experience to try!

Casey's Contraptions is a great puzzle game: it's user-friendly on the surface but it's also a big challenge for anyone who aims for the perfect score. It's a bit short on levels, but future updates and user-created stages will do the trick.

Ms. Splosion Man is a fantastic sequel of the original game, with some great improvements particulary on the level design. Keep in mind that this is a hardcore, frustrating and hard game; but the reward is well worth the price.

Groove Coaster is another little masterpiece by Reisuke Ishida; a great rhythm game that fits perfectly on the Apple devices and that any lover of the genre should check out.

SPY mouse is a riskless project for Firemint, less ambitious than Real Racing 2 but more suitable for casual users. It's still a very enjoyable and polished game, but ordinary boss battles and the lack of support for Game Center leaderboards and achievements are small flaws that could have been avoided.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution is a great game with a bad AI.

A great indie plenty of depth, choices and fun: one of the best mix of genres in a long time.

Mega Mall Story shares some issues with the previous made-in-Kairosoft games, like touch controls far from perfect and its lack of replayability. Anyway there is no doubt that this one is the best and deepest sim the Japanese studio has developed until now.

EDGE Extended is a great new episode in Mobigame's puzzle platform series, improving the original with tons of new levels, better graphics and a couple of little surprises in terms of gameplay and puzzle design.

MotoHeroz evolves the simple concept of Trials HD into a new dimension, crafting a more proper and complete game full of secrets, collectibles and game modes. The structure can be repetitive, but the multiplayer manages to refresh the experience.

Resident Evil 4 is still one of the best games of the last generation and one of the best chapters in the series, but Capcom has made almost no effort to reinvest in this title. The mere introduction of the HD doesn't manage to bring up to date the graphics, but the game overall is so good that we can easily override the problem.

PES 2012 delivers better gameplay than its prequel: it's more fun and succeeds in satisfying the player. It's sad that the AI ruins all of this and there aren't any big major steps in the gameplay modes.

PES 2012 delivers a better gameplay than its prequel: it's more funny and succeed to satisfy the player. It's sad that the AI ruins all of this and there aren't any big major steps in the gameplay modes.

The Binding of Isaac is a small game with very simple mechanics, but it will catch you with its huge amount of contents, great soundtrack and polished graphics. Eventually the flow of new items and bosses will start ending, but before then, those are indeed the best five bucks you can spend in a while.

The console version of Battlefield 3 is what the fans expected, massive multiplayer battles perfectly designed by the guys at DICE. However the campaign doesn't deserve the same praises, too short and not challenging at all. Visually the game is definitevely top notch, but it suffers from polishing issues and recurring glitches.

Dungeon Defenders is an indie game with many contents and great replay value.

With its charming atmosphere and its great storytelling, there is no doubt that Gemini Rue is one of the most elegant point-and-click adventures of the year, probably the flagship in the Wadjeteye Games' portfolio and one of the best games made with Adventure Game Studio.

Mario Kart 7 is good enough to continue the success of the series and it's original enough to be played with satisfaction from who has played the previous chapters.

Sonic CD is as a must buy for all the Sonic the Hedgehog fans out there, as well as for anyone looking for a solid platform game, capable of combining speed and taste for exploration.

Dustforce is a nice game, with a lovely design. Both Super Meat Boy fans and newcomers will not be disappointed by the Hitbox Team, which made a really god job. Sweeping has never been so much fun!

Triple Town is not your average match-3 game, but it's a great mix of puzzle and strategy, much deeper than you might think.

Quotation forthcoming.

Vessel is a brilliant tale about human beings, life and technology, told through fresh puzzles and game mechanics.

Fall of the Samurai is a great stand alone expansion pack: there are no big gameplay innovations but loads of new content and the same amazing visual experience of Shogun 2.

Kid Icarus: Uprising is a great first birthday present for the 3DS; a game with a stunning amount of content, and a quality that shows clearly the great commitment of the Sakurai's Team. Only the tiring controls and some level design issues prevent the game from being a truly masterpiece.

Fairway Solitaire is a simple but incredibly addictive game, that will keep you entertained for hours thanks to the huge number of levels.

Despite some shadows and a not-so-deep game mechanic, Waking Mars is an amazing adventure game, with great atmosphere and wonderful sound design. A top notch experience from the developers behind Spider: The Secret of Bryce Manor.

This is a good return for the original tactical series of Ghost Recon. Finally we can play a (co-op) campaign a little more slowly where you have to think before you act.

Orc: Vengeance could really be considered a (very) reduced but optimized version of Diablo. Graphics are impressive and gameplay is addictive; of course there is an abyss from Diablo but the "dark" side of Chillingo started with a good product

Counter Strike: Global Offensive it's a well balanced mixture of classic and new element, both well suited for the Half Life mod veterans and newbie. And for 10.99 euros, it's really a must have.

Another step forward in the evolution of the NHL brand from EA, although the increasingly complex control system brings also some flaws for the arcade fans. Plenty of options and game modes make NHL 13 the most expansive chapter so far.

The Unfinished Swan delivers an original, enjoyable, even touching experience.

Tentacles is an original way to create a game: just one tap, and the fate of Lemmy will be in your hands. One of the best Windows Phone games stands tall on the App Store.

Funky Smugglers is a crazy endless game, that gives you a new point of view about airport security. The gameplay is original, the level design and the soundtrack are very addictive, and overall it could be a recommended purchase.

Absolution has a good longevity and it's a great challenge for the most expert players too. At the same time it has several flaws, starting from the savegame system to the lack of a proper artificial intelligence. However it remains an extremely good stealth game.

Apart from a few frame rate issues Black Ops 2 is a perfect port of the "old gen consoles", but above all it's a great way to show that GamePad fits perfectly with the FPS genre.

LEGO The Lord of the Rings is, hands down, the best entry in the beloved TT Games' franchise. Filled with content and absolutely trustful to the movies, it's a true gift to fans of Tolkien and videogames alike.

Anomaly Korea is an awesome sequel to the first game of the series. Though it's not as innovative as Anomaly: Warzone Earth was, this new "tower offense" experience is really a blast.

Rebooting Devil May Cry with a new style was not a simple task, and Ninja Theory had to struggle with the hostility of many fans. But the team has proved its point, and against the odds has created a great chapter in the series and maybe the best game from its curriculum.

DmC Devil May Cry is a great reboot and an excellent action game. Its PC version can run at 60 fps, and shows better graphics!

Syder Arcade was an extremely enjoyable shooter on PC, and this iOS version is even better thanks to precise controls and a terrific price.

Despite being an updated port of the episode on Wii, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate delivers a fresh and unique experience thanks to a smart use of the gamepad, new content and cross-usability between Wii U and 3DS. Not a game changer but the best way for a launch window title to forget some out-of-date visuals.

The attention to detail, the authors' passion and the way it constantly surprises the player are the reasons why Ridiculous Fishing is so ridiculously good.

A charming, fast and overwhelming arcade game that offer short but intense play sessions, with simple rules but a neat score system.

Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D is a good port of a great game; a minor graphical downgrade is the only price to pay for a overall better version, with more precise control a some nice new content.

Borderlands, is a great game, a strange but well devised mix of kill and loot mechanics from Diablo and a frantic fps. Long and challenging in single player, the game gives its best in the online coop mode.

The McCall brothers are back in action in this Call of Juarez prequel. The game is an absolutely good looking representation of the American Civil War period and gameplay is pretty solid and fresh. Tons of weapons and good multiplayer action bring you into the wild wild west!

Shattered Memories is actually a reinterpretation of the very first Silent Hill game. We still don't know if this is a new beginning for the series or an isolated experiment, however Climax did a great job putting together an unique atmosphere, a lot of interesting solutions and a smart use of the motion-sensitive controls. One of the best and most adult experiences on Wii so far.

PES 2010 is certainly the best of its series that we have seen so far on the new generation, but it still misses something. Stunning graphics and realistic ball physics are opposed to some conservative choices still tied to its glorious past, including an incomplete 360° control system.

Despite the lack of innovation, Guitar Hero 5 delivers plenty of game modes, an almost perfect multiplayer (both local and online) and the same old gameplay we all know and love. The tracklist is huge, and we can play the songs at different levels, with different instruments. Those who have already spent hundreds of hours with the series might find this new episode unattractive, but it's worth a try anyway.

Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time keeps all the aspects of the previous games of the series, improving in every department and giving the player entertainment and a lot of things to do. A graphic department with some low spikes and the lack of true challenge prevents the game to gain a very high score. Anyway the last videogame from Insomniac is highly recommended to every genre's enthusiast.

The new chapter of the Dirt saga is a great game, the most complete off road experience with a lot car and tracks and a stunning visuals. The brand new replays are useful, maybe too much playing in the lowest level of difficulty. And above the game needs more rally events.

Without bringing any true innovation to the RPG genre, after the Gothic's bug-experience Piranha Bytes gains its revenge with Risen, a game that every RPG lover will enjoy in every of its parts. Solidly based on the best elements of western RPGs, this game presents only some difficulties on the combat system that could discourage somebody, while for everyone else it's definitely a must-have.

Zombie Island of Dr. Ned is an excellent DLC able to expand both on Borderlands' world and gameplay. You can expect hours of fun and a really good overall expansion.

Starhip Patrol is another great game from the Q-Games team; a perfectly balanced and accessible tower defense, with tons of style and great value for money. One of the rare gems on the disappointing DSiWare catalogue.

New contents, a better artificial intelligence and a simpler interface. With these improvements Heir to the Throne consolidate Europe Universalis III's leadership in the genre.

After almost all of the survival horror aspects have been removed, what's left is just another action game, which is a bit too similar to the fourth chapter. Cooperative play is what makes Resident Evil 5's day, but fans' expectations were really high and this new episode is "just" an excellent and fun game, especially for the ones who fell in love with the saga some years ago.

It is undoubtedly the best golf simulation available on all platforms: it makes a masterful use of the Motion Plus and offers a whole lot of content, and even if it's basically the same game as last year, every golf addicted should pick it up.

Neversoft was able to renovate GH mechanics with a few good ideas which push Warriors of Rock lifespan into the stratosphere. Right after the first few hours you may realize that the core mechanics are almost the same, but still this is one of the most fun and accomplished episodes in the saga.

Codemaster's F1 2010 is a great game, not only for its visual achievements, but also for the way it puts you inside the cockpit of Formula 1 car. You don't only have to drive faster than others pilots, but you have to live a season completely, earning the trust of your team, defeat your teammate and bully stand in front the cameras after a race, in the usual press conference.

Vietnam is probably the best add on Dice could create for the Battlefield Bad Company 2 franchise. It's up to the player to evaluate if the 1200 MP or 13€ for 5 maps and the other additions are the right price to ask.

Even if classic football games represent a genre that is seriously hard to be adapted to the touch screen Fifa 11 is without any doubt the best, easily beating every other effort by the other companies.

Frozen Synapse widens the concept of gaming turns and brings tactics so close to chess that players can easily become addicted or flee screaming.

Child of Eden is a true successor to what REZ was a few years ago. If you don't mind its short longevity and you are up to the endless challenge given by upgrading your scores, you shouldn't really miss it. It's the best use you could make of your Kinect, too.

You can just love or hate Catherine: it divides the players between who can appreciate every detail of the game and who become immediately bored for its gameplay. Other than this the game is a little jewel in terms of plot, dialogues and puzzles.

Reckless Gateway is another gem on the Apple Store: fun but not easy, it's an arcade racing game based on physics, and it's really well done.

Zombie Gunship is an original and engrossing shooter that balances its lack of variety and content with a well-designed upgrade system which ultimately encourages you to play it over and over again.

Resistance 3 has an enjoyable single player that lasts the right amount of hours. The plot is good but it starts to lose appeal from the middle of the game. Good words for the multiplayer too with a complete redesign from the second chapter that boosts the fun factor and the gameplay mechanics.

Despite the problems of the online component, Street Fighter 3rd Strike: Online Edition remains one of the best, much appreciated fighting game ever in a great new HD version.

EscapeVektor is a good blend of arcade and puzzle elements that converge to create an original concept. Very - almost too - basic, its gameplay can be addictive for the player who likes to return back to the roots of videogaming.

More moves, more songs, more things to do. In one word: better. That's the way we like it!

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The new Kirby installment on Nintendo DS is brilliant. Visuals and sound effects might be a pain to endure but the game is consistently fun and extremely well designed. Fans of the pink mascotte won't be disappointed.

Blueprint 3D is a great puzzle game, with over 270 perspective puzzles and a perfect multi-touch control system. It's a must buy, simply.

Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning is a huge game and a good mix of genres born to prove that CRPGs can have a good combat system.

Reckless Racing 2 is a major improvement over the first episode, with a welcome structure that glues together the single races in a effective, even if not original way. A must-buy for arcade racing fans.

Jak and Daxter arrive for the first time on Blu-ray Disc thanks to this excellent collection. The games are a remastered port of Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy, Jak II: Renegade and Jak 3 with new high-definition resolutions, stereoscopic 3D and Trophies. A great opportunity to enjoy three masterpieces of the recent past.

The game has several flaws but it's extremely fun and its gameplay is so much better than the prequel.

Not only is Slingshot Racing a lot of fun thanks to its simple and original mechanics, but it's also true eye-candy, boasting ultra crisp and detailed visuals.

Another hit by Disney developers, with few but welcome new features and the solid gameplay from "Where's my Water". Just don't expect anything really new.

Fieldrunners 2 could be considered as a "more of the same", but it's a good thing if "the same" was the first Fieldrunners. More enemies, weapons and bigger maps mean more fun for all the fans.

With so much action, drama and narrative twists, Long Road Ahead is the most powerful episode so far.

Rayman Jungle Run is a fantastic looking game, and a nice one to play too. The brevity of the 40 levels can easily hide the good but repetitive and slightly shallow gameplay.

Hana Samurai: Art of the Sword is a compelling action game which favors good reflexes and thinking over simple button mashing. The demanding but entertaining gameplay and a fantastic japanese flavor make for another killer application for Nintendo's eShop.

Still an outstanding game, however the new features introduced to take advantage of the GamePad are generally superficial and really add nothing to the experience.

Made with touch-based controls in mind, Joe Danger Touch is a completely new game in the series, a different one, and it simply works.

Nano Assault EX is a showcase of the hardware of the 3DS, of the 3D effect, and of the talent of Shin'en. But it's also a great shoot'em up, with many diverse sections, adrenalinic and strategic, in which the difficulty ramps up very nicely.

The new campaign satisfies the single player needs while an enhanced Battle.net provides a better framework to enjoy one of the deepest multiplayer experience yet.

This is the adventure that many were waiting for. It can't innovate the genre but worth to be played from the start until the end. It has a good plot, tough puzzles and wonderful settings son don't miss it.

While it unavoidably looses the shock factor of the prequel, No More Heroes 2 is overall a better game, boosting some well-designed new content and leaving behind many of the so-so features of the first game.

Winter of the Melodias is better and more complete than the first LostWinds, even more unique and poetic; fortunately it's still short, as every haiku should be.

Despite the lack of artificial intelligence and the more closed campaign structure, Napoleon: Total War has dozens of small and big new features, nice multiplayer options and a new approach to the series.

Cave Story is fun, satisfying, well designed and, in its best moments, amazingly exciting. It has some flaws, but in general it reminds us how an action game should be done, and this one for Wiiware is surely the best version published.