Games - PC reviews

  • 7.5 9

    Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising

    04 Nov 2009 11:03 AM

    This tactical military shooter delivers tense and engaging action, competently completing its objective in the face of AI blunders and occasional bugs.

    Specs: PC, Xbox 360

  • 8.5 8

    Borderlands

    30 Oct 2009 3:24 PM

    Fun combat and a steady flow of rewards make this journey a massively enjoyable one, especially with some fellow mercenaries along for the ride.

    Specs: PC, PS3

  • 7.5

    Mini Ninjas

    30 Oct 2009 10:16 AM

    Whether you're big or small, there's a lot to like about these little ninjas and their lengthy journey.

    Specs: DS, PC, Xbox 360, Wii

  • 6.5 9

    Ashes Cricket 2009

    28 Aug 2009 10:24 AM

    Bugs and glitches mar an otherwise fair attempt at bringing the gentleman's sport to consoles.

    Specs: PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii

  • 7.5

    Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

    04 Aug 2009 10:15 AM

    Despite a slow start and some lingering issues, Revenge of the Fallen really makes it fun to be a Transformer.

    Specs: DS, PC, PS2, PSP, Xbox 360, Wii

  • 8.0 10

    Spore Galactic Adventures

    31 Jul 2009 1:04 PM

    Spore's first full expansion is overflowing with wit and charm, and it offers resourceful players a chance to get creative.

  • 8.0 8.3

    Battlefield 1943

    29 Jul 2009 11:43 AM

    This multiplayer-only slice of the Battlefield series packs plenty of thrills into a downloadable package.

    Specs: PC, Xbox 360

  • 5.0 9

    Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

    24 Jul 2009 8:47 AM

    The Half-Blood Prince is a lousy representation of the best-selling novel.

    Specs: DS, PC, PS2, PS3, PSP, Wii

  • 8.0 5

    ARMA II

    23 Jul 2009 12:07 PM

    This ambitious military sandbox game comes close to realising its potential but falls short due to its buggy single-player campaign.

  • 8.0

    The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition

    22 Jul 2009 11:09 AM

    If you've got opposable thumbs, a sense of humour and a brain that you're not afraid to use, this puzzle-filled adventure is one well worth taking.

    Specs: Xbox 360

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