The God of War series, and the ongoing saga of Kratos’s fate as he bulldozes his way through mythological creatures galore, has been captivatingly epic from the very beginning. Even if we secretly think that he’s a bastard, we can sympathise with Kratos...

Huge in Japan, but a franchise that survives on the existence of a loyal, niche following in the West, Yakuza is a strange beast. It's a game that at once feels familiar to many players, but is at the same time difficult to describe to others...

The rain is pouring, but will it be from tears of joy or frustration. Read our review to make up your own mind...

Our brave writer enters the fray with only a Japanese phrase book in his hand and the will to enjoy.