Now we’re pretty au fait with the concept of mixing genres but this is starting to get silly. Gripshift combines puzzle, racing and platform elements in one of the quirkiest PSP experiences to date. Finding itself somewhere between Super Monkey Ball and Stunt Car Racer, each stage of Gripshift has a trio of objectives to clear – a time challenge, a star collection challenge and a hidden bonus token to find. And while the maps start out simple enough, it isn’t long before you need to traverse jumps, loops and obscenely thin tracks just to reach the end.

But perhaps our favourite part of Gripshift is the way it challenges the player to think outside the box, not only once, but often for each task. Shortcuts and death-defying leaps of faith often pay off and each of the three goals means approaching the level in an entirely different way. Even if you should tire of the head-scratching main mode, a completely separate race mode presents an experience superior to most dedicated kart games.

A host of enjoyable mini-games add to the game’s already impressive value and span everything from penguin bowling to a Tony Hawk’s-esque arena full of bonuses to collect. Absolutely packed with things to do and different ways to enjoy it, Gripshift is exactly what a budget game should be and more.