Games

Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars (iPhone)

The success of a GTA port for the iPhone was always going to rest on the implementation of good controls. Rockstar has quite a ways to go before it masters this aspect on the iPhone platform.

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  Dark Void

  Zooming around with your jetpack can be a lot of fun, but routine shooter action and long flightless sections keep Dark Void from flying high.

  Specs: PC, Xbox 360

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  Band Hero (DS)

  The DS version of Band Hero tries to deliver the experience you get from the full console versions of Band Hero, but struggles to deliver a genuinely fun portable gaming experience.

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  Heavy Rain

  Is it a movie? Is it a game? After our hands-on preview we're still not sure, but count us as excited.

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  Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?

  Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego fails to maintain the charm of previous versions and a lack of variation leaves it feeling dull and unsatisfying.

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  Mass Effect 2

  Once this intense and action-packed role-playing game pulls you into its orbit, you won't want to escape.

  Specs: PC

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  Ashes Cricket 2009 (Wii version)

  Lousy controls and unpredictable AI means this game is in for a lifetime of twelfth-man duty.

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  Maestro! Jump in Music

  Maestro combines rhythm and platforming to make a charming little adventure that is enjoyable and rewarding, providing you like classical music.

  Specs: DS

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  Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes

  The puzzles aren't perfect but Clash of Heroes offers intriguing hybrid gameplay, engaging role-playing elements and a great presentation.