Heavy Rain; Pokemon Red/Yellow/Blue; Clash Royale, gaming reviews
A once-revolutionary murder mystery somehow seems more dated
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***
PS4 (£29.99)
When originally released on PS3, Heavy Rain was somewhat revolutionary; an intriguing murder mystery in which you investigate the Origami killer. Replaying some of the brilliant dialogue – picking up things missed on the first play through – is a treat, yet somehow it seems more dated than other remasters, which is probably down to the deluge of spectacular story-driven games recently released. Compared to Firewatch, it feels clunky, the graphics withered. If you haven't played Heavy Rain before, it is worth exploring, but this update isn't worth the purchase for PS3 veterans. Jack Shepherd
Pokemon Red/Yellow/Blue
****
3DS £7.99
Re-released on 3DS to mark the series' 20th anniversary in Japan, the original Pokémon games are still as addictive as ever. Though the graphics lack the sheen of the latest 3D adventures, the open world exploration and infinite options to customise your team make these games endlessly re-playable. Fans who've misplaced their link cables since the 90s need not worry, as the addition of wireless trading means you can now collect 'em all over again. A fantastic piece of nostalgia. Sophie Witts
Clash Royale
****
iPhone/Android (free)
It's hard not to admire the Clash series; the original Clash of Clans reportedly made a million dollars in 2013 alone, quickly becoming a worldwide sensation. Its follow-up, Clash Royale, is a simplistic Tower defence that uses the same viking warriors, putting two teams against each other. Things don't get any more complex, with this easily accessible game offering three-minute bursts of fun. Unfortunately, after any more time, it gets dull and the constant incentive to purchase in-app coins becomes frustrating. JS
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