Video Game Reviews
We Sing 80s Review
We get a blast from the past with a cracking set list in a mediocre singing game.
Just Dance 3 Wii Review
Whilst I have no problem listening to/watching/reading various guilty pleasures (as can be seen by the alarmingly large quantity of Nick Hornby novels on my bookshelf), gaming is a very different beas... Read More
Jungle Kartz Review
I've recently seen a rather unusual turn around in the cultural perception of the Wii. What started out as as little more than a joke cast off by the “hardcore” 360 and PS3 owners, high quality Wi... Read More
Pandora’s Tower Review
By Cameron Foster Set in the continent of Imperia, divided into 9 kingdoms, in the wastelands of Akanos. A tale of romance, corruption and horror is woven in the first title from Ganbarion capping of... Read More
We Sing: Pop Review
Back before online gaming systems were stable enough to host proper DLC, we all had to rely on expansion packs to add supplementary content to our favourite titles. PC gamers in particular will likely... Read More
We Sing UK Hits Review
Karaoke is one of the most popular recreational activities in Japan, but it enjoys a much less acceptable reception in western culture. Despite our reticence to sing in public, the karaoke genre has b... Read More
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Review
There are some videogames that have defined the gaming industry over the years, and whenever a new one comes along, it’s simply a monumental occasion. You know which ones they are, right? Yeah, I'm... Read More
We Dance Review
If the recent slew of motion controllers and plastic instruments is anything to go by, it just shows that the gaming public are suckers for new peripherals. It is thus that I recall a giddy excitement... Read More
Xenoblade Chronicles Review
For the past many years, every time I have begun playing a JRPG, I've gone in with doubts, skepticism and zero expectations. With a few possible exceptions like Dragon Quest IX last year, the Pokemon ... Read More
Captain America: Super Soldier (Wii) Review
Any time I receive a licensed game through for review, I often do want it to buck the usual trend and pleasantly surprise me. When the license in question is beloved comic hero Captain America, this d... Read More
Conduit 2 Review
Some games have a certain capacity they reach where they just can't do any better. Sometimes this is due to low budgets and production values, sometimes it's a lack of post-release support. In the cas... Read More
Epic Mickey Review
Warren Spector is a legend, of course. The brain behind such highly regarded games as Deus Ex, System Shock and Thief, all of which went on to become landmark titles in their respective genres, has ha... Read More
Michael Jackson: The Experience Review
Back in 1989 when video game licensing didn't need to make any sense Michael Jackson starred in Michael Jackson's: Moonwalker, a bizarre 2D console and arcade endeavour that had little to do with the ... Read More
Marvel Super Hero Squad: The Infinity Gauntlet Review
Regardless of how it may be presented the idea of a marvel hero mash up reminds of my Marvel vs. Capcom days and, as a result, gets me somewhat excited (though not in that way.) As such I was rather h... Read More
Raving Rabbids: Travel in Time Review
Back when the Wii launched years ago there were two kinds of games that accompanied the release. There were the hardcore titles that people remember like Zelda and Red Steel (though Red Steel was reme... Read More
Truth or Lies Review
It was only ten or so years ago that games seemed to serve the sole purpose of offering a challenge to a specific demographic who were willing to sink several hours into various campaigns and story mo... Read More
Sonic Colours Review
It was only a few weeks ago I was sat in this very same chair with my head in my hands lamenting the missed opportunity that was Sonic the Hedgehog 4. My head has once again been lifted as I have had ... Read More
Metroid: Other M Review
I'm a big fan of Nintendo. I eagerly await every single instalment of their core franchises, and whilst I'm sometimes disappointed by what I receive, I never hold it against the big N. That said, I mu... Read More
All Star Karate Review
Love it or hate it, the QTE (quick time event) has been a staple of modern gaming ever since it was brilliantly demonstrated by 1999's classic Dreamcast exclusive Shenmue. Other games have further pop... Read More
International Athletics Review
I would never call myself a philosopher, but I sometimes like to meditate on life's big questions. What is our purpose in life? Is there such a thing as true happiness? Can humans discern between good... Read More
Playmobil: Circus Review
Being a game critic isn't always fun and games (excuse the pun). Aside from legions of immature fan-boys questioning your mothers sexual decency every time you disagree with their opinion you are also... Read More
Tournament of Legends Review
“Why waggle!? Why must you destroy so many decent titles with your ineffective control methods?! WHY?!!!” It was after shouting this that I had to swiftly correct myself, realising that the game i... Read More
Toy Story 3 Review
It has almost reached the point now where I count film tie-ins as a completely separate genre within video games. A genre that is almost unanimously disliked. The sheer trash that is thrown our way di... Read More
Samurai Warriors 3 Review
Who keeps buying these games year after year? Seriously? I recall playing Dynasty Warriors 2 on the PS2 back in 2000 and it was pretty fun. A decade later and Omega Force has shamelessly re-released t... Read More
Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon Review
Fragile Dreams: Farewell Ruins of the Moon is a role-playing game with dungeon-crawler elements, available only on the Nintendo Wii. It was developed by Tri-Crescendo and Namco Bandai; and was publish... Read More
No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle Review
The original No More Heroes released in early 2008 to a surprising amount of commercial and critical acclaim. It is thus that for its inevitable sequel I must state a necessary fact for the purpose of... Read More
Chicken Riot Review
Chicken Riot is an on-rails shooter published by City Interactive, and is only available on the Nintendo Wii. The game supports one or two players in both story-mode and minigames. The player(s) contr... Read More
Super Mario Galaxy 2 Review
The original Super Mario Galaxy epitomised everything I love and hate about the Nintendo Wii. It was an original and enjoyable game full of bright ideas that had seemingly no hype and advertising what... Read More
How To Train Your Dragon Review
Anyone who knows anything about the games industry will be able to tell you two undeniable truths. That movie tie-in games always fail and that games directly aimed at children tend to be equally poor... Read More
Dancing on Ice Review
You can probably guess the premise from the title. You take part in the hit ITV show, doing a little bit of ice-skating each week and getting your performance torn to shreds by various AI judges. I ca... Read More