So here we are then. Street Fighter IV. A game which a couple of years ago existed only as an unlikely fanboy dream, but which now elic...

Endlessly fun, deep and exilarating fighting, Gorgeous and unique visuals, The best vs; multiplayer around

Seth is a horribly cheap boss, The anime cut-scenes are short and badly animated, That ill-fitting intro song; Ugh

As for the game's sound, I'm happy that we're treated to a heck of a music selection. Hideyuki Fukasawa, assistant on the Onimusha and Devil May Cry series, took the helm here. I'm extremely pleased with the blending of metal, techno, orchestral, and ethnic styles in each track.

Street Fighter IV is a sublime reintroduction to a brilliant series, one that will be celebrated by fans and adored by new players alike.

I'm standing behind the Street Fighter IV cabinet at ATEI, the UK's only amusement arcade exhibition. Around the machine loiters a group of twentysomethings, all of whom invented or lied about the names of companies they work for in order to gain access to this supposedly industry-only exhibition.

Old school fighting fans rejoice, the King of Fighters has returned! I myself am a fan of 2D fighters, and have been my whole life. Being one of the many who spent thousands of quarters on such classics as Street Fighter II and Mortal Kombat, I for one am extremely pleased Capcom stuck to the...

Very polished; with energetic gameplay; Not enough new game mechanics; Revitalizes the series by making it more accessible

Diablo's younger brother I have an addictive personality. I suppose a lot of people do but for me personally when I get wrapped up in something it is generally a full all or nothing affair.

Diablo styled gameplay with some welcome additions

No online multiplayer in this version

Writing about sequels is usually easy – obviously it requires a good knowledge of the original game, which can then be used to elaborate, compare and break apart the new release. Graphics and audio are usually improved, the gameplay often refined or takes a step forward, bringing some innovative new...