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Pros: Well-designed cartoonish graphics. Unusual mix of gameplay elements. Good for casual play. Will appeal to many age groups.
Cons: Projectiles can be slow. Significant element of chance. Does not take long to finish. Gameplay can get repetitive.
Pros: Engaging plot, with cinematic elements. Choice of standard or violent approaches. Includes all three official expansion packs. Great soundtrack through in-game radio.
Cons: Occasionally repetitive missions system. More linear than other open world games. Driving sections take up a lot of time. Regular profanity may put some players off.
Pros: Multiple game modes. Variety of tanks to choose from. Interesting upgrades for tanks. Different locations to battle in.
Cons: Not the best graphics. In-app purchase prices are very high. Requires Internet connection. Only compatible with OS X 10.11 and above.
Pros: Discrete, interesting levels. Readable but moody graphics. One fearsome antagonist. A few good plot twists.
Cons: Some input delay. Awkward weapon balance. Sagging story sections. Weak human combat.
Pros: Gameplay easy to learn. A solid casual title. Tank mechanics are convincing. Sci-fi element adds intrigue.
Cons: Graphics are basic. Awkward camera angles. Settings lack variety. Gameplay can be repetitive.
Pros: Core flight and combat gameplay is fun. Options for all skill levels. Impressively detailed graphics. Co-operative and head-to-head modes.
Cons: Campaign plot is too simplistic. Tutorial is frustratingly slow-paced. Planes all feel pretty similar. Lack of variety in terms of enemies.
Pros: A 3D version of Oddworld. Compelling characters storyline. Fun, puzzle-based gameplay. Multiple different endings.
Cons: Puzzles can become repetitive. Smaller than its predecessors. Dark themes have been toned down. Jumping controls are erratic.
Pros: Truly different experiences for every player through Nemesis System. Manipulate enemies to dismantle Sauron's forces from within. Included DLC provides plenty of extra material to keep you playing. Free-flowing combat with opportunities for great combos.
Cons: Some prominent graphics cards aren't supported. High performance and hard drive space requirements. Camera swings around a lot, often making gameplay difficult. Combat can sometimes feel too close to 'button mashing'.
Pros: Large selection of aircraft. Simple, accessible game controls. Varied multiplayer missions. Clean, appealing visual style.
Cons: Unlocking jets feels like a slow grind. Similar customization options for all jets. No option to select planes for specific missions. Short single-player campaign.
Pros: New York-based setting is enjoyable. Includes multi-player co-op mode. Decent variety of weapons to use. Features interesting narrative techniques.
Cons: Control system is overly complicated. Weapon aiming can be slightly sluggish. Graphics are basic by modern standards. Lack of originality in its missions.
Pros: Genuinely engaging campaign mode story. Has a range of multi-player game modes. COD Points upgrade system is implemented well. Vehicle-based sections are excellent.
Cons: Gameplay is more linear than in other COD titles. Few major changes from its predecessors. Occasional issues with lag in multi-player. Campaign is only around six hours long.
Pros: Huge cast of recognizable characters. Addictive, puzzle-based gameplay. Includes two full games in one pack. Excellent animation and use of humor.
Cons: Both games are fairly similar. Gameplay can become slightly repetitive. Improvements to original games are minor. Camera controls can be frustrating.
Pros: Makes interesting use of historical backdrop. Missions have variety. Atmospheric storyline. Engaging stealth-based gameplay.
Cons: Stealth mechanics can be inconsistent. Enemy AI is weak. Narrative can become confusing. Violence and drug theme inappropriate for younger players.
Pros: Good combination of action and survival. Food-based mechanics are solid. Mobile format offers a new twist. Good range of locations.
Cons: Graphics are basic. Controls are sometimes clunky. Difficulty can be off-putting at first. Too violent for younger players.
Pros: Players can enjoy numerous upgrades. Impressive graphics for a free first-person shooter. Only 130 megabytes of free hard drive space is required. There are six unique arenas to choose from.
Cons: Generic graphics cards will encounter issues with playback. Scenes can lag or freeze on occasion. Users complain that moderators have too much control during gameplay. Many weapons will require in-app purchases.
Pros: Fun voiceover performance. Challenging accuracy score. Attractive level backgrounds. Varied target types.
Cons: Crowded screens can lower frame rate. Only seven levels. Missions have similar gameplay. Limited replay value.
Pros: Engaging, puzzle-based gameplay. Voice acting from the real actors. New 'Blaster Battles' mechanic is fun. More than 200 playable characters.
Cons: Similar to previous games in the series. Gameplay can become repetitive. Does not capture the emotion of the film. LEGO-style graphics may not appeal to some.
Pros: Play daily to receive extra in-game currency. The aesthetic has character and a colorful styling. Favors the players who run away. Tank designs are more vibrant than most other tank games.
Cons: People who pay have an unfair advantage over other players. Weapon recharges slow the pace of the game. Tank maneuverability is clunky and turns are too sharp. Mid-level tanks are pitted against high-level AI tanks.
Pros: Has a sense of humour.. Cartoonish effects add visual appeal.. Plenty of cosmetic customisation options.. Includes both team and free-for-all modes..
Cons: May be too violent for smaller children.. Backgrounds are somewhat bland.. Lacks a single-player mode.. Music is repetitive..
Pros: Excellent combat mechanics. Hidden secrets reward exploration. Improved character models, textures and lighting. Some new combat techniques added.
Cons: Aiming can be tricky at times. Little in the way of story. Variety of enemies is fairly small. Same basic game, with no major changes.