Despite many distractions this weekend – the Ashes! Sunshine! – I did actually get some gaming time. Most of it was spent on Siege of Spinner Cay, the second episode in the new Monkey Island series. Like the previous title this is an accomplished and entertaining –albeit fairly short – slice of puzzling. This time round you get a slightly darker tone, more islands to visit and a host of new characters to share wisecracks with. The puzzles seem tougher too and even experienced Guybrush fans will be stumped on occasion. Luckily there are numerous walkthroughs available online if needed - all a far cry from the expensive LucasArts tips phoneline you used to have to call when stuck on the pre-internet Monkey Island 1 & 2.

This weekend's other gaming centred around PES 2009. Yes, I know many have moved over to FIFA but I still think PES plays the better game on the pitch. PES is more fluid, more varied and simply more fun to play. FIFA is still too rigid, with the players never totally feeling under your control. Off the pitch it's a different story of course. PES 2010's online modes – get ready for numerous acceptance screens – are basic and underwhelming compared to FIFA's 10vs10 and player leagues. Despite this the on-pitch superiority makes PES the main footy game I play.

Anyway, how was your weekend gaming?