After a brief foray into 3D with Uru: Ages beyond Myst, UbiSoft has returned to the core gameplay that made the Myst franchise so popular over time. Myst IV: Revelations is a stunningly artistic title that builds on the evolving story, answers a few nagging questions (while raising a few more!), and presents the most impressive puzzles and challenges yet seen in the series.

We're big fans of Creative Assembly's Total War series. Like the original games, you have the option of playing through various campaigns, or jumping straight into the tactical game with historical scenarios or custom battles.

The original Myst was an enormously popular hit for all ages (no pun intended!), and a regular succession of sequels has continued to tap into a solid fan base.

The RollerCoaster Tycoon series has proven remarkably popular over the years, despite average graphics and a slightly clunky interface. RCT2 disappointed many fans, but the loyal Tycoon community continued to share new scenarios and rides while waiting for the Holy Grail to turn up.

EA has dominated the soccer-sim market for some time and FIFA Soccer 2005 looks set to maintain that proud tradition.

The most successful franchise in gaming history has finally re-invented itself after stacks of great and not so great expansion packs that spawned a fanatically loyal gaming community.