Rival consoles – this week’s top games

Blood Bowl 3

PC

From £24.99; Age rating: 16

With TV coverage, sponsors, adverts and all things American sports in a fantasy environment, you pick from one of your favourite Warhammer factions. Then, draft your players, register for a contest and dive straight into this iconic death sport. You can even create and customise your own players, and hire cheerleaders and coaches to help in your quest to crush the opposition. The turn-based gameplay allows you to plan and execute your strategies, with the twist that one incorrect dice roll could cause a turnover and sc upper your plans. A great adaptation. 8/10

Chef Life Restaurant Simulator PS4/5, Switch, PC, Xbox S/X

£35.99; Age rating: 3

For the fans of Cooking Simulator and The Sims 4 Dine Out, this absorbing simulator game takes you through the daily life of a chef opening a new restaurant. From learning new dishes, training staff and ordering stock daily, all the skills are there to be acquired. Not satisfied with cooking? You can redesign your kitchen and restaurant. Your heartbeat will rise as trying to serve up on time with the steaks cooked perfectly. Not a quick game, but definitely a session play, and the time evaporates as you stir your sauces, chop the vegetables and order your staff around. 7/10

Company Of Heroes 3 £49.99; Age rating: 18

Now in its third instalment, this is a compelling take on the Mediterranean theatre of World War II. Bothhugesingle-playercampaigns boast sprawling maps and spectacular battles. There are a few bugs that stall progression, making that first playthrough frustrating when you encounter one. However, if you can hop over those blocks, there’s lots to get stuck into, whether it’s building armies, capturing cities or engaging the enemy in fierce battles. There’s also a barrage of multi-player options that offer enough variety to please new and veteran players alike. 7/10