So how does Dreamcast fight back? With a dolphin, of course.

Ecco The Dolphin features the return of one of the old Megadrive's favourite characters. With a complete makeover, Ecco still harks back to its problem-solving, swimming and jumping ancestor, but pairs it with radiant graphics and a game which is utterly, completely relaxing.

Sometimes it's simply enjoyable to turn this game on and swim the lead character around, never worrying about tackling the plot, which is all about saving the world from some outer space threat. Who cares about that, when here you have a game to make you smile, laugh and wash the cares away.

Graphics 5/5

Sound 4/5

Gameplay 5/5

Gamespan 4/5

Overall 5/5