Action Games

Michael Jackson The Experience 701.

Michael Jackson The Experience

Platform: Wii
November 23, 2010
Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and the most popular global icons of all time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture. During his extraordinary career Jackson sold an estimated 750 million records worldwide, released 13 No.1 singles and became one of a handful of artists to be inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He won 13 Grammy Awards and received the American Music Award's Artist of the Century Award. His album “Thriller” is the world’s best-selling album of all time with more than 110 million copies sold.
Metascore:
56
User Score:
8.4
Deathsmiles 702.

Deathsmiles

Platform: Xbox 360
June 29, 2010
Enter the world of Gilverado, a kingdom plagued by hideous monsters and tortured souls. Choose from four angels with unique demonic familiars and battle against a storm of enemies pouring out of Hell’s gates! Fight your way out of tight spots as you are surrounded by enemy units and bullets from both sides of the screen. The unique left/right shooting mechanic of Deathsmiles will keep you on your toes as you dodge and weave through complex enemy fire, beautifully crafted by the modern masters of shmups, CAVE. [Aksys]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy 703.

Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy

Platform: PlayStation 2
June 14, 2004
Your most powerful weapon is your mind in Psi-Ops: The Mindgate Conspiracy, an action/adventure game that utilizes extensive Psi (mind) powers combined with traditional weapons combat, providing gamers with unique gameplay attributes that clearly differentiate it from any other title in the action/adventure genre. In order to combat a Psi terrorist movement set to overthrow world order, you, as an elite American Psi-operative soldier, must fight using Telekinesis, Mind Control, Pyrokinesis, Mind Drain, Aura View and Remote Viewing to win a very serious "mind game" against an army of brainwashed terrorist super soldiers and powerful Psi agents. [Midway]
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Pac-Man World 2 704.

Pac-Man World 2

Platform: GameCube
March 19, 2002
Pac-Man is on a brand new adventure and once again dealing with the pesky Ghost Gang. In Pac-Man World 2, the Ghost Gang has picked the magical fruit from an ancient tree, thereby releasing wicked evils upon Pac-Land. You must guide Pac-Man through six new lands with plenty of amusing surprises. New and improved, this Pac-Man can ice skate, rollerblade, submarine dive, and solve many exciting puzzles. With all-new moves and a zany cast of characters, your Pac-Man heroics will be pushed to its limits.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.4
Deadly Creatures 705.

Deadly Creatures

Platform: Wii
February 9, 2009
Deadly Creatures is a 3rd person action thriller set amidst a desert world of venomous terror, built exclusively for the Nintendo Wii. Players control an armored Scorpion and a deadly Tarantula as they fight for survival against Gila monsters, lizards, black widows and many more terrifying creatures. Featuring intuitive motion controls and a deep combo-based combat system, Deadly Creatures is a thrilling mix of brutal creature-crushing action and suspenseful exploration of vast 360 degree desert and man-made environments. Gamers explore this darkly compelling story through the eyes of two of the world’s most deadly creatures. [THQ]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Rock Band Unplugged 706.

Rock Band Unplugged

Platform: PSP
June 9, 2009
Rock Band Unplugged creates a full band experience in the palm of your hand by combining traditional beat match gameplay with key elements from both Rock Band and Rock Band 2, such as overdrive and chords. Your hands are the "peripherals" in Rock Band Unplugged allowing you to take direct control of the lead/bass guitars, drums and vocals. In addition, players can expect a rich Rock Band experience with fully functional modes like World Tour, Band Survival and Warm Up and a robust character creator for full customization! Rock Band Unplugged features over 40 master-recordings including nine brand new, exclusive songs for the PSP system for a limited time! Plus, Rock Band Unplugged includes the first fully-featured in-game store for downloadable content on the PSP system in the North American and European markets, leveraging the PSP system's wireless capabilities. The in-game store is powered by PlayStation Network, and players can to use their existing PlayStation Network account to purchase tracks, similar to the Rock Band console experience. PSP system owners also have the option of purchasing tracks via PlayStation Store on the PC. [MTV Games]
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Transformers 707.

Transformers

Platform: PlayStation 2
May 11, 2004
Transformers is a fast-paced third-person action/combat game which puts the player in control of Optimus Prime, Hot Shot and Red Alert across 8 different environments on Earth and Cybertron. Features include 40 different kinds of mini-con upgrades, 20 assorted types weapons, and the ability to transform from vehicle to robot form. Released exclusively for PlayStation 2.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.4
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake 708.

SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake

Platform: PlayStation 4
January 31, 2023
Wish-granting Mermaid's Tears in the hands of SpongeBob and Patrick... What could possibly go wrong? Sure, the very fabric holding the very universe very together could come very undone, opening up portals into Wishworlds full of knights, cowboys, pirates, and prehistoric snails. But that's nothing everyone's favorite sponge can't handle - with the right cosmic costume! Everybody do the Cosmic Shake! Features * Unlock classic and new platforming skills like the Fishhook Swing and Karate Kick * Don more than 30 F.U.N.tastic costumes like SnailBob and SpongeGar * Travel to 7 distinct Wishworlds like Wild West Jellyfish Fields and Halloween Rock Bottom * Experience all the buddy movie banter with SpongeBob's permanent companion Balloon-Patrick * Meet all your favorite Bikini Bottomites from the series, voiced by their original actors * Enjoy the in-game soundtrack featuring 101 songs from the series, including Sweet Victory
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter 709.

Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter

Platform: Xbox 360
January 13, 2010
[Xbox Live Arcade] The legendary Sam "Serious" Stone returns to battle the relentless hordes of Mental's army in glorious high definition on Xbox LIVE Arcade in Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter. Based on the original indie arcade shooter sensation Serious Sam: The First Encounter, Serious Sam HD features stunningly redesigned visuals, over-the-top action, and intense online co-op for up to four players. [Croteam]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.4
Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code 710.

Melty Blood Actress Again Current Code

Platform: PC
April 19, 2016
All playable characters comes with 3 separate styles for players to choose from - "Crescent Moon Style", "Full Moon Style" and "Half Moon Style". Each style exhibits a different behaviour for the selected character, experiment away to discover your own combat style.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing 711.

James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing

Platform: GameCube
February 17, 2004
Think like Bond, act like Bond, and experience an entirely new Bond adventure. James Bond, the world's greatest secret agent, returns in Everything or Nothing with new guns and gadgets, combat skills, and clever tricks--and it's up to you to put them to good use. Travel through four exciting continents including the Valley of the Kings in Egypt and the French Quarter in New Orleans. The game also features two-player co-op missions and four-player multiplayer arena modes.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Dead or Alive 712.

Dead or Alive

Platform: PlayStation
March 31, 1998
The fighting game you've been waiting for...Purist fighting for purist fighting fans. No lightening bolts, no magic tricks, no weapons...Your survival is all in your own hands.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 713.

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

Platform: GameCube
December 31, 2002
The second chapter in the epic story of Middle-earth pits you against Sauron and the evil forces of Mordor. In The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, you'll battle an army of 10,000 Uruk-Hai on the walls of Helm's Deep, hordes of Orcs on the plains of Rohan, and even the monstrous Cave Troll in Balin's Tomb. Guide Aragorn, Gimli, or Legolas through 13 interactive environments, using each character's unique moves, skills, and weaponry to complete your quest.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.4
Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team 714.

Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team

Platform: PSP
October 19, 2010
Play solo or team up via Ad Hoc mode to tackle memorable battles in a variety of single player and multiplayer modes, including Dragon Walker, Battle 100, and Survival Mode. Dragon Walker Mode takes fans through the entire epic Dragon Ball Z story arc from the Saiyan saga to the Majin Buu saga. Battle 100 Mode tasks players to relive the most epic encounters and newly created situations from the Dragon Ball Z world in ever increasingly difficult situations. With more than 70 playable and deeply customizable characters, multiple modes, and Ad Hoc Party gameplay, Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team is chock full of gameplay for your portable PSP system.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.4
Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2 715.

Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2

Platform: Switch
July 10, 2020
Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-Bit aesthetic together with modern playability. The multi-scenario structure of the previous title returns with an epic new story supervised by IGA (Koji Igarashi) himself. Players take control of Zangetsu, a swordsman from the far east who bears a deep grudge against demonkind and the alchemists who summoned them. Zangetsu must battle his way to the demonic stronghold, but he doesn't have to do it alone! Zangetsu can ally himself with a brand new cast of characters he meets along the way and add them to the playable roster. Each new character adds a variety of gameplay options, abilities, and ways to complete the game's many stages. Game Flow Battle through stages filled with fearsome enemies and dangerous traps, each with a massive boss waiting at the end. A chance encounter with a potential ally awaits you after defeating a boss. Will they serve as a trustworthy partner on your perilous journey? Increase Combat Abilities You can instantaneously switch between allies you have recruited at any time! Allies have their own life bars, so with each ally you recruit, you're survivability is greatly increased! Shortcuts that Only Allies Can Access Allies have special, unique abilities which allow them to use shortcuts to skip parts of stages or access new areas! There are no special items obtainable by taking the long way around, so take every shortcut you can find! If your allies are out of commission, you'll have to take longer routes, where stronger enemies await! When your life gets low, be sure to switch then out so they'll be available when you need them. Multiple Episodes The story is told over the course of multiple episodes. Only the first episode is accessible at the beginning, but more episodes will unlock as you progress through the game. The events that unfold in each episode continue into the next one, so be sure to unlock all the episodes to see the true ending. Curse of the Moon 2 had two play styles, "Veteran" and "Casual". Veteran Style Choose "Veteran" style to experiment a difficulty reminiscent of older games. An enemy's sttack knocks the player to their death...something very familiar to retro game fans. Casual Style Even if you're a fan of challenging games, sometimes you just want to take it easy! Casual mode is perfect for times like that. On Casual Style, things are more forgiving. Attacks don't knock the player back and lives are unlimited, alongside other changes. Changing Style Style can be changed when starting a game, loading a save file, or on the Game Over screen.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.4
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 716.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Platform: iOS
April 20, 2010
Sonic, the world’s fastest hedgehog, is back! Introducing Miles “Tails” Prower, Sonic and Tails must stop Dr. Eggman’s diabolical scheme to take over the world. This time, Dr. Eggman is enslaving scores of Sonic’s friends in order to create an army of Badniks, which will build his ultimate weapon – the Death Egg, a planet-sized space station of unthinkable power. Dr. Eggman must be stopped before he can collect all seven Chaos Emeralds and power up the Death Egg – a move which would spell the end for Sonic and Tails! Using only his super sonic speed and the all new super spin dash, Sonic races into action! Are you up 2 it? ________________ PRAISE FROM THE PRESS “Retro gamers and Sonic lovers would absolutely LOVE what’ they’ll see on this sequel.” – theappera.com “This iPhone game is a wonderful representation of the original and a welcome addition to the iTunes App Store." - appolicious.com (5 out of 5 bars) CHECK OUT THESE OTHER GREAT GAMES FROM SEGA: Sonic the Hedgehog, Golden Axe, Streets of Rage, Columns, Super Monkey Ball and Super Monkey Ball 2
Metascore:
60
User Score:
8.4
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six 3 717.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six 3

Platform: Xbox
November 12, 2003
As terrorist attacks against the United States and Venezuela escalate, you are in charge of leading the last line of defense: Rainbow. In Rainbow Six 3, you will lead this top-secret task force dedicated to combating terrorism in all its forms. Your team consists of the best field operatives--equipped with an arsenal of no fewer than 30 weapons--that the United Nations has to offer. Tackle all 14 worldwide missions in single-player or match wits and words against 15 other players online, with full headset support. You may be the last hope in the war against terror.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
Crush 718.

Crush

Platform: PSP
May 29, 2007
Unique to its genre, Crush introduces a valuable new puzzle gaming experience that is wholly suited to the PSP system. Set within a complex, hypnotic 3D world, players use the game's unique crush mechanic to "crush" the environment and transform it into a more simplified 2D platformer. Once flattened, players utilize the 2D space to move to new areas to solve otherwise impossible challenges, and unlock secret items that were previously unobtainable in the 3D environment. Players then "uncrush" the 2D environment and return to the 3D world. Designed for a wide and varied audience, Crush tells the story of Dan, a man with a lifetime of unresolved issues and bottled up emotions that has turned him into a nervous insomniac who is too tired to turn his life around. Desperate for a cure, he turns to hypnosis. It is during this state that he is given one last chance to sort through the wreckage of his past, before he loses the last thing he has – his sanity. [Sega]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure 719.

Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure

Platform: Game Boy Advance
June 6, 2006
Join Goku® in his very first epic adventure as he defends the earth from the relentless Red Ribbon Army. Start down his path to power, and help turn an ordinary boy into the ultimate champion.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.4
Marble Blast Ultra 720.

Marble Blast Ultra

Platform: Xbox 360
January 23, 2006
[Xbox Live Arcade] Marble Blast Ultra is the latest in the classic Marble Blast series. Suitable for players of any age, Marble Blast Ultra transports you to a futuristic 'astrolab' arena suspended high in the clouds. Compete against each other by navigating your marbles through moving platforms and dangerous hazards, while collecting rare gems and power-up enhancements, in an effort to complete each course in record time. Compete head to head in Xbox Live ultra blast multiplayer mode. [Xbox.com]
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
DUSK 721.

DUSK

Platform: Switch
October 28, 2021
DUSK -A retro FPS that looks and feels like the 90s. Inspired by Quake, Heretic, Hexen, Half-Life and Redneck Rampage.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.4
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 722.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Platform: GameCube
November 4, 2003
Return to Middle-earth in a game based on the epic final chapter of the The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. Developed using the same digital assets as the films, The Return of the King recreates in stunning detail the final events of the War of the Ring. Become the heroes who determine the fate of Middle-earth as you traverse the haunted Paths of the Dead, defend Minas Tirith, and even play co-op multiplayer with a friend as you march against the impenetrable Black Gates of Mordor. The fate of Middle-earth is in your hands.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Super One More Jump 723.

Super One More Jump

Platform: Switch
January 25, 2018
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Hoa 724.

Hoa

Platform: PC
August 24, 2021
Hoa is a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.4
The Punisher (2005) 725.

The Punisher (2005)

Platform: Xbox
January 17, 2005
Enter the mind of The Punisher, a vigilante driven by more than just revenge. In a world marked by corruption, you serve as judge, jury, and executioner as you terrorize criminals with their own ruthless methods. Use a combination of physical force and character interaction to coerce criminals into coughing up valuable information, and then put them out of their misery with your arsenal of realistic weapons. The Punisher War Journal lets you relive in-game moments, collect items from Marvel's Punisher history, unlock bonus DVD footage, and more.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.4
WALL-E 726.

WALL-E

Platform: PlayStation 2
June 24, 2008
What if mankind had to leave Earth, and somebody forgot to turn the last robot off? After hundreds of lonely years of doing what he was built for, WALL-E (short for Waste Allocation Load Lifter Earth-Class) discovers a new purpose in life (besides collecting knick-knacks) when he meets a sleek search robot named EVE. EVE comes to realize that WALL-E has inadvertently stumbled upon the key to the planet’s future, and races back to space to report her findings to the humans (who have been eagerly awaiting word that it is safe to return home). Meanwhile, WALL-E chases EVE across the galaxy and sets into motion one of the most exciting and imaginative comedy adventures ever brought to the big screen. Joining WALL-E on his fantastic journey across a universe of never-before-imagined visions of the future, is a hilarious cast of characters including a pet cockroach, and a heroic team of malfunctioning misfit robots. Players of the game take control of WALL-E and EVE through a fast-paced adventure based on the Disney/Pixar film. The game allows fans to relive some of the movie’s most thrilling moments as they explore 10 worlds filled with non-stop action and adventure, along with head-to-head multiplayer challenges. Players will recognize the storyline, characters and key locations from the WALL-E film as they carry out intense missions, dodge dangerous enemies and navigate their way through a futuristic world. In addition, the game contains new storylines and environments that movie-goers will not see in theaters. [THQ]
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
Fat Princess: Fistful of Cake 727.

Fat Princess: Fistful of Cake

Platform: PSP
May 4, 2010
Rescue your beloved princess through teamwork in this comic medieval battle royale. There's a catch, though - the other team has been feeding her magical cake, making her harder to escort back to your castle.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
8.4
The Legendary Starfy 728.

The Legendary Starfy

Platform: DS
June 7, 2009
In The Legendary Starfy players dive into a undersea adventure with Starfy, the hero of Pufftop. Players swoop into enemies like a shooting star, glide over bottomless chasms and transform into powerful creatures to help a mysterious, bunny-eared visitor find his lost memory.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.4
Hamtaro: Ham Ham Heartbreak 729.

Hamtaro: Ham Ham Heartbreak

Platform: Game Boy Advance
April 8, 2003
All the hamsters are bickering, and there's little wonder why! Spat, a meddling troublemaker, is telling fibs and causing heartache everywhere. It's up to Hamtaro and best-girl Bijou to follow Spat, stop the squabbling, and get everyone back on talking terms again.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit 730.

Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit

Platform: Xbox 360
September 26, 2012
Assume the role of an angry rabbit with a thirst for vengeance, a super sawing jetpack driller and some seriously badass weapons. Explore, jump, shoot, loot, upgrade, drill and destroy Hell's monsters. Unleash the wrath of the dead rabbit in ten vast levels chock full of hidden areas, side quests and cursed souls to harvest. Charging through Hell on your jetpack driller, you're on a quest to find out who had the guts to post your intimate photos all over the Hell-ternet. While you’re at it, why not use this incredible journey to kill everybody else? There's only one way to do this - full frontal violence sponsored by over-powered missiles.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Axiom Verge 731.

Axiom Verge

Platform: PlayStation Vita
April 19, 2016
A failed scientist dies in an accident, only to awaken in a mysterious, alien world. Where is he? How did he get here? And why do the fundamental laws of reality appear broken? Life. Afterlife. Real. Virtual. Dream. Nightmare. It's a thin line. It's Axiom Verge. [Thomas Happ]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle 732.

No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle

Platform: Switch
October 28, 2020
It has been 3 years since Travis earned the Number 1 spot in the United Assassins Association ranking, and investments from major corporations have caused the city of Santa Destroy to change... but is it really for the better? You are Travis Touchdown - a punk anti-hero , Japanese anime Otaku, beam katana master and pro wrestling-fanatic assassin. Revenge will bring you back to the UAA tournament. This time though, you begin at the bottom of the ranking and will have to fight your way up to save Santa Destroy and avenge your best friend.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.4
Quake Remastered 733.

Quake Remastered

Platform: PC
August 19, 2021
The remastered version of Quake is here.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows 734.

Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows

Platform: Wii U
September 17, 2015
Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows is a free expansion for Shovel Knight, a sweeping classic action adventure game that won over 70 Game of the Year Awards in 2014. You play as Plague Knight, the villainous master of alchemy, in a quest all his own. Using his maniacal scientific mind, Plague Knight is seeking to concoct Serum Supernus, the Ultimate Potion. However, to retrieve these ingredients, he must extract them from his former allies… the villainous knights of the Order of No Quarter! World class platforming, music, storytelling, and art all return in Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows; an explosive quest with a new play style, new story, new bosses, and more!
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Battalion Wars 735.

Battalion Wars

Platform: GameCube
September 19, 2005
A global conflict has reached a stalemate in the console version of the Game Boy Advance series Advance Wars. The evil Kaiser Vlad, seeking to take advantage of the standoff, has assembled an army of shock troops, forcing The Western Frontier and the Tundran Territories to ally and fight back. Battalion Wars is a real-time strategy game that lets you control teams of soldiers and vehicles and lead them through more than 20 missions, using a variety of weapons and tactics.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
Bike Baron 736.

Bike Baron

Platform: iOS
October 20, 2011
Bike Baron is the Ultimate Bike Game for iPhone and iPad. What happens when you put the developers of Minigore, Death Rally and Aqua Globs together with the composer of Angry Birds and Trine? PURE MAGIC. Bike Baron is a ride you will never forget!- MASTER over 40 different tracks, beat more than 100 unbelievable challenges and learn the secrets of the Joker card- CREATE custom levels* and share them with everyone!- TRIUMPH over your friends, then speed your way to the top of the global leaderboard!- PLAY this universal build with fantastic real-time shadows on iPhone 4S and iPad 2* Bike Baron comes with a full-featured level editor that we used to create all the levels in the game. Remember, your 5-star ratings keep the updates coming!***IMPORTANT*** Compatible Devices: Bike Baron is ONLY compatible with iPod touch 3rd generation (32GB and 64GB models only!), iPod touch 4th generation, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPad and iPad 2. (iPod touch 3rd generation 8GB model is not a real 3rd generation device, and Bike Baron is NOT compatible with it.)Follow us @ twitter.com/thebikebaronJoin us @ www.thebikebaron.com
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.4
Bangai-O 737.

Bangai-O

Platform: Dreamcast
March 21, 2001
Join Riki and Mami Makishi as they pilot the most destructive force the universe has ever known -- the giant robot Bangai-O against the forces of a notorious intergalactic crime syndicate. Utilize Bangai-O's devestating firepower to blast your way through 44 levels of non-stop, hardcore arcade action filled with mind-bending puzzles and titanic bosses. Just don't forget to breathe.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
Mad Rat Dead 738.

Mad Rat Dead

Platform: Switch
October 30, 2020
Funky tunes: advance by matching your inputs to the rhythm of addictive music tracks. Or Practice your inputs as you get acquainted with stages in the sound test. Mastering the music: unlock music to Mix and match with Replay able stages for different difficulties. Hit the rewind button for Infinite attempts and jump, Dash, and smash your way to the highest score. Audiovisual art: Cartoon visuals Mix with a Punk Aesthetic for a unique art style that changes depending on the number of combos performed.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Max & the Magic Marker 739.

Max & the Magic Marker

Platform: Wii
March 8, 2010
[WiiWare] In the game Max has a magic marker, that makes it possible for him to draw anything he wants – and it becomes real! Unfortunately the monster he drew also became real – so he's got to find and catch it before it causes too much trouble. [Press Play]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
Kororinpa: Marble Mania 740.

Kororinpa: Marble Mania

Platform: Wii
March 20, 2007
Using the Wii Remote, players navigate their balls through a series of complex 3D mazes. No complicated button combinations are required - just the tilt of the Wii Remote to tip and tilt the game environment in all directions. Each ball in the game has its own level of response, speed, slide and bounce, so the player must choose his balls carefully in order to successfully complete Kororinpa. As more mazes are completed, additional balls are be made available to choose from. These include balls such as ladybug, cat, penguin, watermelon and pig. Players can also go head-to-head with another player, splitting the screen horizontally or vertically, where the winner is the player to collect all the red crystals and reach the goal first. The game includes more than 50 mazes and five different environments, each with its own unique music, obstacles and visual style to enjoy.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.4
Metal Slug Advance 741.

Metal Slug Advance

Platform: Game Boy Advance
December 2, 2004
Now you can have all the 2D arcade action of Metal Slug in the palm of your hand, because Metal Slug Advance has arrived on the Game Boy Advance. Through five action-packed missions, you must move out on foot or in slug vehicles across rugged terrain and underwater bases. Your objective is to rescue hostages by destroying enemies and solving strategic puzzles. Completing your missions becomes easier when you collect more than 100 types of E-cards, which enhance your character's abilities.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Street Fighter Alpha 3 742.

Street Fighter Alpha 3

Platform: Game Boy Advance
December 1, 2002
Capcom unleashes the biggest and brightest star in the Street Fighter® universe on the Game Boy® Advance system. Street Fighter Alpha 3 stars over 31 characters and is loaded with multiple modes of play, seamless animation and 3 different fighting styles for every character. Street Fighter Alpha 3 puts arcade fighting in the palm of your hand!
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
DJ Hero 2 743.

DJ Hero 2

Platform: Xbox 360
October 19, 2010
Activision's turntable-based rhythm game is coming back for an encore.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
Beat Down: Fists of Vengeance 744.

Beat Down: Fists of Vengeance

Platform: PlayStation 2
August 23, 2005
In an area brimming with cartels battling for power and influence, no one comes close to Zanetti’s group, the strongest force in Las Sombras. When Zanetti learns of a rival clan's drug deal, he dispatches five of his top mercenaries from his inner circle to intervene. When they arrive on the scene, they find their targets have already been executed and to their surprise, they are ambushed by members of their own cartel. They were set up to appearas traitors who were out to nab the drugs and money for themselves. They had been double crossed, but by who? Was this some scheme by the cartel to exploit them as scapegoats? Did one of the five betray the others? Outnumbered and pursued by both their previous cartel and law enforcement officials, the five are forced to split up and disappear into the shadows of Las Sombras. Beat Down: Fists of Vengeance puts gamers in the role of one of the five fugitives as they seek revenge against their foes. Betrayal comes at a high price and to survive in Las Sombras, you need power. With enemies everywhere, the only hope is to find the other four and build enough power to strike back. Using a low-key downtown bar as a hideout base, players will wanderthe town in search of information and add allies to their growing opposition. Taking different jobs around town will add much needed funds to fuel the growth of the posse. By proving themselves in street battles, effectively utilizing negotiation skills and using clever disguises, they will be able to build their influence on the mean streets. Soon no one will stand in the way of cold hard vengeance! [Capcom]
Metascore:
48
User Score:
8.4
Scooby-Doo! First Frights 745.

Scooby-Doo! First Frights

Platform: Wii
September 22, 2009
Scooby-Doo! First Frights is for fans of all ages. You will be able to explore spooky environments as Scooby, Shaggy or any of the super-cool teen Mystery, Inc. team. The action-adventure game features co-op play allowing two members of Mystery, Inc. to work together to solve puzzles, combat enemies, and collect clues before unmasking each episode's mysterious villain - all while gaining prestige as world famous sleuths! Once you have solved the mystery, you can return to completed levels in Explore mode with any unlocked character, costumed character or villain to access new areas. With ghosts and ghouls around every corner, high school has never sounded so fun! [Warner Bros.]
Metascore:
56
User Score:
8.4
Earth Defense Force 5 746.

Earth Defense Force 5

Platform: PC
July 11, 2019
Stand and fight for humanity. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 2022, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
Guilty Gear XX Accent Core 747.

Guilty Gear XX Accent Core

Platform: PlayStation 2
September 11, 2007
This latest iteration in the Guilty Gear series returns with its trademark high-resolution graphics along with an entirely retuned fighting system, new stages, new characters, graphics, voices and the ability to create matches between old and new characters in the Generations Mode. Over 20 deadly combatants to choose from, including 2 new characters. All of your favorite characters have returned with new moves and an alternate EX version of each. Accent Core also introduces 2 reinvented fighters, A.B.A and Order-Sol that have never been seen outside of Japan. Refined fighting game system with 3 new gameplay systems. Accent Core’s Force Break, Throw Escape and Slash Back systems give all the fighters’ new defensive and offensive capabilities. New backgrounds, character voices and an introductory animation have been added for a fresh Guilty Gear experience. Multiple modes of mayhem. Hone your fighting skills in 5 different modes: Arcade, Medal of Millionaire, Versus, Survival and Training. [Aksys Games]
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Street Fighter III: Double Impact 748.

Street Fighter III: Double Impact

Platform: Dreamcast
June 19, 2000
Street Fighter® fans everywhere get a double-dose of double-trouble with Street Fighter III: Double Impact. This explosive street brawl for the Sega Dreamcast™ contains TWO arcade hits on one CD -- Street Fighter III: New Generation... and Street Fighter III: Second Impact. Loaded with a new legion of fighters, Street fighter III: Double Impact boasts new enhancements to the series like parrying, Super Art fighting styles and two-punch, two-kick fighting styles to inflict more damage.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
Samurai Warriors 2 749.

Samurai Warriors 2

Platform: Xbox 360
September 19, 2006
Long before the twilight of the samurai, Japan was ruled by powerful leaders hungry to unite the land under one banner. The samurai and ninja who defended their land and honor became legends. Features 26 playable characters in all. 10 new warriors are ready for battle including the legendary Musashi Miyamoto, the unifier of Japan Ieyasu Tokugawa, and the enigmatic ninja Kotaro Fuma. Once forbidden secret techniques for each warrior are revealed. Set traps, summon ninja decoys, and more. Use powerful Linked Charge attacks and for the first time power up to three Musou gauges. Now castle warfare blends seamlessly with field combat. Take control of castles on the battlefield to gain a significant morale advantage. Experience new tales in Story, Free, and Survival modes. Team up with friends for two-player Co-op play or compete with them at "Sugoroku," a bonus party game for up to four players. Challenge an opponent in two-player Vs. play exclusively through Xbox Live. Over 70 cinematic sequences supervised by Shinsuke Sato, director of the cult hit, "The Princess Blade" and new music from fusion artist Minoru Mukaiya. [KOEI]
Metascore:
52
User Score:
8.4
Gitaroo Man Lives! 750.

Gitaroo Man Lives!

Platform: PSP
November 14, 2006
Bus rides and train journeys will never be the same again with Gitaroo Man blasting out those power chords as he defends the universe from the clutches of Zowie and the Gravillian family. Utilising the PSP's analogue capabilities to brilliant effect the game will also enable players to battle it out on two PSPs via wi-fi play or join forces in the brand new Duet mode. If you missed out on Gitaroo Man's first outing on PS2 this is your chance to indulge in a rhythm action experience like no other. [KOEI]
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Pinball FX 2: Marvel Pinball 751.

Pinball FX 2: Marvel Pinball

Platform: Xbox 360
December 8, 2010
Marvel Pinball is an expansion set for Pinball FX-2 for the Xbox 360.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends 752.

Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends

Platform: PlayStation 3
March 25, 2014
Experience an all new story focusing on Lu Bu, the unrivaled warrior of the Three Kingdoms era. Riding his famous steed, Red Hare, he inspired the saying, "Among men, Lu Bu; among horses, Red Hare." Follow along as the life of Lu Bu is portrayed in the game, including all of the hardships and triumphs he faces while constantly seeking to test the limits of his own strength.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.4
Contra ReBirth 753.

Contra ReBirth

Platform: Wii
September 7, 2009
[WiiWare] In Contra Rebirth, Chief Salamander and his Neo-Salamander Force travel back to 1973 AD to invade Earth. They land in Central America and take control of the Shizuoka ruins on the Yucatan Peninsula. There, the aliens plan the destruction of all the "Contra" on Earth. The Galactic President calls on Lance Bean, a member of the elite "Contra" warriors to save the Earth, but his sudden disappearance jeopardizes the safety of the planet. Now, Bill Rizer and the samurai, Genbei Yagyu are the last hope for Earth and must pick up their weapons and defeat the evil Neo-Salamander Army before all is lost. Experience the fast paced action packed 2D side scrolling adventure that pioneered the Run'N Gun Genre. [Konami]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
Halls of Torment 754.

Halls of Torment

Platform: PC
September 24, 2024
Halls of Torment is a horde survival game in a pre rendered retro look reminiscent of RPGs from the late 90s. Choose one of many hero characters and descend into the deadly Halls of Torment. Fight unholy horrors from beyond and survive wave after wave until you face one of the tormented lords. Advance your hero with character traits, abilities, and items. Create a new powerful build during each run. Explore various underground expanses and find new powerful items that enable you to venture even deeper into the abyss.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.4
Gyrostarr 755.

Gyrostarr

Platform: Wii
June 23, 2008
[WiiWare] Gyrostarr challenges you and up to three additional players to pilot your ships through a series of twisting, turning technoplasma tracks while battling a variety of deadly alien foes at ever-increasing speeds. While fighting and maneuvering, you must collect enough energy to activate the ancient warpgate at the end of each track. Succeed, and you can journey to the next, even deadlier track. Fail, and the gate will slam shut, destroying your ship. Enhance your ship with weapon pickups, coordinate attacks with your friends to fire powerful combined blasts and use your grapple to snag energy and pickups in the midst of combat. Control your ship with the Wii Remote controller, Nunchuk controller or Classic Controller, or use the "paired" control system that allows two players to use a connected Wii Remote and Nunchuk or Classic Controller at the same time. Offering 50 levels of intense action, powerful pickups, high-speed bonus levels and mayhem for up to four players, Gyrostarr is a killer arcade challenge. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.4
Urban Chaos: Riot Response 756.

Urban Chaos: Riot Response

Platform: Xbox
June 13, 2006
Play as Nick Mason, an ex-US marine and part of T-Zero, the elite counter-gang unit. Specially trained in all areas of urban combat and armed with the very latest high-tech weaponry, T-Zero is all that stands in the way of total anarchy.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Capcom vs. SNK 2 EO 757.

Capcom vs. SNK 2 EO

Platform: Xbox
February 11, 2003
Two fighting giants clash in Capcom vs. SNK 2 EO. Now you can choose from more than 44 characters from the Capcom and SNK fighting universes and pit them against one another in one-on-one slugfests. Before each match, you can customize your character's fighting style with one of six new Grooves. Then, put your uppercuts, throws, and combos to the test in six gameplay modes featuring multiple tournaments. With the new Free Ratio System, you can easily determine the level of your fighter's strength.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
One Piece: Grand Battle 758.

One Piece: Grand Battle

Platform: PlayStation 2
September 7, 2005
Ahoy there mi hearties! In a world of pirates, one man wants to become the greatest of them all: Monkey D. Luffy. Join Luffy as he sets out to sea in a rowboat, in search of "One Piece," the greatest treasure in the world. 16 playable pirates with 32 additional support characters from the TV show. 6 game play modes including Grand Battle and 2 player Versus Mode. Interactive 3D environments: pick up objects and use them to attack your opponent. 7 environments in which to battle your opponents, all faithfully recreated from the TV series. Each character has more than 20 regular moves, as well as special attacks and ultimate attacks. Unlock hidden features such as additional characters, costumes, items and mini-games. Collect items and gimmicks to power up or increase your skills. [Bandai]
Metascore:
69
User Score:
8.4
Omega Five 759.

Omega Five

Platform: Xbox 360
January 9, 2008
[Xbox Live Arcade] Omega Five is a true next-gen, high-definition shooter, with the most awe-inspiring graphics around. Fly through dangerous 3-D environments in this side-scroller as enemies come at you from all sides, even the background. Grab an extra controller, choose your merc, and engage in two-player local co-op play for more action. If you're a hardcore player, try your hand at the ultra-challenging ++ Mode, where you're only allowed one hit! Local co-op: Grab an extra controller and demolish enemies with a friend by your side. Dangerous environments: Enemies come at you from all sides, even from the background. Merc variety: Fight as Ruby, Tempest, or other characters, each of whom has three unique main weapons and special attacks. Unlockable extras: Discover new characters, game modes, and options. Intuitive controls: The modern control scheme uses the right analog stick to aim and fire. [Hudson]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Crimzon Clover - World EXplosion 760.

Crimzon Clover - World EXplosion

Platform: Switch
October 29, 2020
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. From Japanese indie developers YOTSUBANE and AdventurePlanningService, this unique top-down shooter is a wild ride you won't want to miss out on. Your first step in Crimzon Clover: World EXplosion is choosing how you want to play, as well as which powerful ship will be yours to command. Choose your version from ARCADE (true to the original arcade game), NOVICE (better if this is your first step into the world of hardcore shmuppage), or ARRANGED (a whole new can of worms with unique mechanics and novel challenges never seen before in the Crimzon Clover saga), then choose your mode from Boost, Original, Unlimited, and Time Attack. Original is THE main mode, where you blast your way through stages in search of the last boss. Boost Mode will adjust the difficulty based on how proficient you are at devastating your enemies. Unlimited turns each stage into an intense battlefield of bullets that only the most hardcore players will be able to survive. And Time Attack pits you against the clock as you race to earn the best score possible in about 3 minutes. Can you pilot your craft through the bullet massacre the enemies have prepared for you? Or will your ship become just another bump amidst the endless wreckage beneath your wings?
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.4
Undead Knights 761.

Undead Knights

Platform: PSP
September 29, 2009
Playing as the anti-hero, rage through the wrath of fearless enemies and build the nastiest and most profane army you can think of in this new-style invasion action game. Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can't help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue over a raging metal soundtrack that helps your channel your inner anger. If you can deal with the gut-wrenching, Smack-talking, fluid-spitting, and limb amputating ways of your army, you can embark on your journey of vengeance to defeat the king. The Dark Hero Persona: This game atypically allows you to be the "evil" main character serving as an anti-hero figure. Create a Zombie Army: Defeat as many enemies as you can to transform them into your own personal soldiers. Combo Attacks: Choose up to ten different combo attacks to fight your way through varied enemies ranging from animals to soldiers. Show Some Personality: Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can't help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue. Head-Banging Madness: A raging metal soundtrack helps channel your inner anger. On a Mission: Get ready to face the king in the fifth mission for each of the four main areas. Ad-Hoc Multiplayer: Challenge up to three other players in VS play or collaborate with them in co-op play. [Tecmo]
Metascore:
63
User Score:
8.4
The King of Fighters 2002 Unlimited Match 762.

The King of Fighters 2002 Unlimited Match

Platform: Xbox 360
November 3, 2010
Originally crowned as a top contender in the fighting game genre with the release of KOF 98, this full upgrade to the second entry in the KOF Ultimate Match series, KOF 2002 is widely considered to be the ultimate KOF. Based on the KOF NESTS compilation originally released only in Japan, the game offers the series' largest selection of characters as well as an all new soundtrack and enhanced graphics. The game balance has been carefully retuned for the addition of new moves and recovery moves, making KOF 2002UM a heated battle on your Xbox 360 that never stops!
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Frogger 2: Swampy's Revenge 763.

Frogger 2: Swampy's Revenge

Platform: PC
October 1, 2000
Kicking back on his bachelor pad, Frogger is enjoying the good life. Swampy the Crocodile is jealous and wants a showdown. It's a totally new adventure where Frogger will need to leap over, dive under, hop through, and climb above endless obstacles and challenges to save the Frog Babies from the mischievous Swampy. [Hasbro Interactive]
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Dariusburst: Chronicle Saviours 764.

Dariusburst: Chronicle Saviours

Platform: PC
December 3, 2015
Game Features: - Brand-new story mode with hundreds of stages covering DARIUS history - 3000+ stages unlockable by global players in AC Chronicle mode - 9 playable ships to choose from including classic Silver Hawk variants, a new CS-exclusive ship, and gameplay-changing Burst modes - Branching stages where you choose your own path and challenge level - Over 40 enormous, robotic sea-monster battleships (including new CS-exclusive bosses) - Haunting and memorable Zuntata soundtrack from classic tracks to new compositions - Cross-Save support with PlayStation(R)4Vita system
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
Jett Rocket 765.

Jett Rocket

Platform: Wii
June 28, 2010
[WiiWare] Jump and run and fly. Let Jett Rocket explore the beautiful planet of Yoroppa and find out why it has been attacked by the evil Power Plant Posse. Visit tropical islands, poisonous swamps and freezingly cold glaciers. Ride the ocean on your Jet Boat, parachute from giant cliffs, speed through arctic regions on your Jet Snowboard or skyrocket with your Jet Turbine. You will need everything you've got to fight back and save Yoroppa. Just be Jett Rocket in this epic futuristic full 3D action adventure.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late 766.

Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late

Platform: PC
July 12, 2016
From Fighting game experts Aksys Games and Arc System Works (Guilty Gear, BlazBlue series) and fan-favorite video game developer French Bread, comes Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late, a brand new 2D fighting game made for all gamers: seasoned pros, and even those just curious about the fighting game genre!
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.4
Typoman: Revised 767.

Typoman: Revised

Platform: PC
August 15, 2016
Typoman is a 2D puzzle platformer. You slip into the role of a character made of letters, struggling to make your way through a dark and hostile world. Despite your small stature you have a powerful gift: You can craft words to alter your environment. But choose your words wisely - they can either be a blessing ...or a curse!
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.4
DOOM: Resurrection 768.

DOOM: Resurrection

Platform: iOS
June 26, 2009
Critical Acclaim for DOOM Resurrection: iTunes Rewind 2009 "Top Sellers" list “It really feels like a thrill ride. The production values are sky high, offering some of the best visuals thus far on the iPhone.” – Nigel Wood, iPhoneGamesNetwork “Seriously though, if you consider yourself an iPhone or iPod touch gamer in the slightest, do yourself a favor and buy Doom Resurrection. When it comes to App Store shooters Doom Resurrection is hands down the best I’ve played.” – Ironcell, OS X Reality “As a reviewer, there are games I have to play to the end and games I want to play to the end, and DOOM Resurrection easily fell in the latter category. The game makes good use of the DOOM 3 graphics and audio to provide an immersive game that sucks you in for the duration.” – Arnold Kim, Touch Arcade “It’s the first authentic hardcore game on the iPhone.” – Dean Takahashi, VentureBeat ----------------------------------- Immerse yourself in the first person experience that takes your iPhone or iPod Touch beyond previously imagined limits. Introducing DOOM Resurrection, a brand new, technologically advanced, heart-pounding chapter in the legendary DOOM Saga! Scientists on a remote research facility on Mars have lost control of their experiment and all Hell has broken loose. As the last surviving Marine in your unit, you must defeat Hell’s minions and unravel the mystery of what has happened on Mars. Earth’s future depends on you! Courage alone will not be enough to stand up to the evil that awaits you. Utilize a devastating arsenal of weapons, helpful NPC’s and your environment to succeed. With an assault rifle, shotgun, a vicious chainsaw, and more, you will even the odds in a raging battle against unnatural beasts hell-bent on flaying your flesh and damning your soul. With its revolutionary control scheme, breathtaking visuals, and intense story, DOOM Resurrection is sure to provide the adrenaline rush you’ve been craving. Do you have what it takes to defeat evil and survive the Resurrection? Features • An all-new chapter of the DOOM saga designed exclusively for the iPhone and iPod Touch • Advanced graphics engine designed from the ground up to take full advantage of the power found in Apple’s mobile devices • Wield an arsenal of heavy-hitting weapons to defeat a variety of hideous monsters and bosses • Innovative controls for fast-paced and accessible first-person action • Intense story that new players and long-time DOOM fans can enjoy 8 all new levels • 6 various Mars themed levels • 2 Hell themed levels
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
Samurai Jack: The Shadow of Aku 769.

Samurai Jack: The Shadow of Aku

Platform: PlayStation 2
March 24, 2004
Thrust into the future by the evil Aku, a lone Samurai warrior must quickly find the time portal to the past to rescue his defenseless people. Ancestors of the displaced Samurai call him "Jack" and help him through four enemy-filled realms with 24 interactive levels. Samurai Jack suffers various states of undress if he fails to dodge fireballs and sword strikes, but slow-motion attacks, devastating combo moves, and sushi snacks empower the hearty warrior. Through a burning village, the bustling Aku City, and on, Jack blasts through doors, finds hidden pathways, and frees caged locals, bringing him ever closer to fulfilling his great destiny - the defeat of Aku once and for all. Defeat enemies with signature combat moves, plus three elemental Swords, Throwing Stars, and a Bow and Arrow. Defeat enemies with Sakai Mode (slow-motion action). Fight against well-known Samurai Jack foes such as Aku, the Scotsman, Mad Jack, and other unique enemies. Select from three difficulty levels to match your gameplay style. Contributions from the cartoon series creator, artists, voice actors, and composers create an authentic Samurai Jack experience. [Sega]
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.4
In Between (2015) 770.

In Between (2015)

Platform: PC
August 21, 2015
Dive into the atmosphere of a dense, hand painted game while exploring the reason why you are here. Welcome to a world In Between.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.4
Ultra Age 771.

Ultra Age

Platform: Switch
September 9, 2021
Change Your Blade, Change Your Destiny. Ultra Age is a high-speed, sword-swinging action game set in the far future that follows the story of young warrior Age, who embarks on a mission to save humankind from extinction. Use your blades to cut through robotic and mutant foes, explore futuristic locales, and unravel a vast conspiracy concerning the fate of the planet. Far in the future, the resources of Earth have become insufficient, its ecosystem long ago changed irrevocably by a passing meteor. Humankind has divided into two: the people who have escaped Earth and relocated to the space colony, 'Orbital Arc,' and the others who have remained on Earth in a facility called ‘The Shelter.’ Humanity vanished from Earth after civilians from The Shelter failed an experiment that was meant to be the last hope for humanity, while people from Orbital Arc sent expeditions to Earth in search of resources. Failing to find any signs of life, a young sword-wielding warrior named ‘Age’ falls down from orbit to Earth. Accompanied by his floating android, Helvis, he must find the indispensable key to the survival of humankind. -Unleash Combos with Blade-Changing Action- Slash through foes with a variety of blades in high-speed, stylish action! Change blades on the fly with powerful moves to create linkage and run devastating combos. Different attributes and varied actions call for unique strategy against different types of foes. -Narrow Gaps Using the Wire- Launch the wire skill to pull smaller enemies toward you, or Quantum Warp to get instant access to larger foes! Use the wire to strategically overcome numerical inferiority, traverse gaps on land and quickly grab items. -Get the Edge with Skills- Gather elements to enhance your blades, expand your skills, and learn new combos. Install modules and power gear to level up Age and increase your arsenal of blades to take down the toughest of enemies. Use Helvis to burst into Critical Rage, cast Healing Pocket to recover, or Time Shift to loot more items. -Experience a Post-Apocalyptic Earth- Follow Age on his journey in the year 3174. Experience cutscenes that tell the story of Age’s mission across futuristic mecha, forests and deserts developed with Unreal Engine. Encounter mysterious characters and overcome menacing bosses to uncover the story behind the fate of humankind.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.4
Patrick's Parabox 772.

Patrick's Parabox

Platform: PC
March 29, 2022
A mind-bending recursive puzzle game about boxes within boxes within boxes within boxes. Learn to use infinity to your advantage as you explore a deep and elegant system.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.4
CT Special Forces 2: Back in the Trenches 773.

CT Special Forces 2: Back in the Trenches

Platform: Game Boy Advance
June 29, 2004
Despite their latest failures, the CT Special Forces unit is called upon once again to diffuse increased terrorist activity around the globe. Armed with high-tech weaponry and equipment, you must thwart the plans of terrorist groups and ensure peace in several regions of the world. You'll have access to an array of vehicles and weapons, including shotguns, bazookas, sniper rifles, and more. CT Special Forces 2 lets you prove your combat skills in a variety of single-player and multiplayer modes.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.4
Alwa's Legacy 774.

Alwa's Legacy

Platform: Switch
September 29, 2020
Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, magical items and ancient secrets. By upgrading your magic, any way forward is right in this non-linear adventure game full of exploration.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.4
HROT 775.

HROT

Platform: PC
May 16, 2023
HROT is a single-player retro FPS set in a small socialist country neighboring Soviet Union (Czechoslovakia) after an unspecified disaster in 1986. Those times were dark and terrifying and so is the game.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.4
Tanglewood 776.

Tanglewood

Platform: PC
August 14, 2018
TANGLEWOOD® is a brand new and original puzzle-platforming game originally released for the SEGA Mega Drive and Genesis, coming soon to Windows, Mac, and Linux. A true 16-bit, challenging platforming experience that will make fans of the golden gaming era feel warm and fuzzy.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.4
BloodRayne 777.

BloodRayne

Platform: GameCube
October 15, 2002
BloodRayne is a killing machine. The Brimstone Society calls upon this half-vampire, half-human agent to take on two missions in the years between the world wars. At the root of these missions is one man who searches for powerful occult artifacts that would bring Germany into a new age of domination. As BloodRayne, you must stop this man's elite Nazi army from releasing terrorizing creatures onto the world. With melee attacks, weapons, and bloodsucking abilities, your enemies won't stand a chance.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
8.4
Double Dragon Advance 778.

Double Dragon Advance

Platform: Game Boy Advance
November 12, 2003
After a global nuclear war leaves the world in ruins, gangs emerge as the new elite by seizing control of the city. Twin brothers Jimmy and Billy Lee survive the cataclysmic event with their martial arts abilities intact, but Billy's girlfriend is soon kidnapped by mysterious thugs. Now it's up to you to guide both brothers through different stages filled with enemies and boss characters. Whether you play solo or cooperatively with a friend, you must master new techniques and weapons to find the girl and defeat the bad guys.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
8.4
Watchmen: The End Is Nigh Parts 1 and 2 779.

Watchmen: The End Is Nigh Parts 1 and 2

Platform: Xbox 360
July 21, 2009
Watchmen: The End is Nigh Parts 1 & 2 combines the two Watchmen game episodes to further explore the origins of Rorschach and Nite Owl. Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 1 follows Rorschach and Nite Owl as they track down the evil Underboss, who has broken out of prison and set his violent thugs loose in New York City. The city needs saviours and only masked vigilantes will answer the call. Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2 delves further into the partnership of Rorschach and Nite Owl before the hero-banning Keene Act. In Part 2, Rorschach contacts Nite Owl to get his help in solving the case of a missing girl, Violet Greene. Along the way Rorschach uncovers that a woman from his past is involved with the disappearance, leading to a conflict of interest between the partners. New installment of Watchmen mythology: Set more than a decade before the events of the feature film, the two long-form, episodic video games help to develop the backstory between Nite Owl and Rorschach, and leads fans right into the film. Two characters: Play as two distinctive Watchmen characters with unique abilities. Rorschach is a feral, streetwise fighter who can disarm enemies to use their own weapons against them. Nite Owl is a refined fighter who uses martial arts expertise and high-tech wizardry. Diverse array of advanced combat moves: Take on as many as twenty enemies at the same time using each character's unique fighting styles, just like in the film! [Deadline Games]
Metascore:
56
User Score:
8.4
Pearl Harbor Trilogy - 1941: Red Sun Rising 780.

Pearl Harbor Trilogy - 1941: Red Sun Rising

Platform: Wii
July 5, 2010
[WiiWare] Pearl Harbor Trilogy - 1941: Red Sun Rising is the first title in a trilogy of air-combat action games for the WiiWare service. Take off from aircraft carrier decks and historic military bases as you conduct covert strikes, engage in furious dogfights and fly search-and-destroy missions. Pilot the most prolific fighter, bomber and torpedo-bearing aircraft of the World War II Pacific Theatre. Featuring two campaigns spanning the early years of the Pacific War, you can play as the United States Naval Air Force or the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Force. You can also choose to practice your combat skills in the Avenging Ace or Survival dogfight modes.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Synth Riders 781.

Synth Riders

Platform: PC
June 21, 2018
Get your groove on with Synth Riders. Notes fly and beats pulse in this cyberpunk VR rhythm game. Synthwave music has taken over the world and it's up to you...to jam.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.4
Roche Fusion 782.

Roche Fusion

Platform: PC
January 23, 2015
Roche Fusion is a retro, over the top space shooter. An all you can shoot buffet; fast paced and procedurally generated; with crazy waves of enemies, upgrades and wicked boss-fights. Also: Lots of explosions.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.4
Gradius Galaxies 783.

Gradius Galaxies

Platform: Game Boy Advance
November 12, 2001
The classic franchise Gradius comes to Game Boy® Advance! An evil force has taken over a distant star system and only you can stop them. Soar through a myriad of enemy attack units and blow them to bits using ultra powerful weapons including photon missiles and laser beams.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
Batman: Vengeance 784.

Batman: Vengeance

Platform: Game Boy Advance
October 30, 2001
Batman's Deepest and Darkest Handheld Adventure Yet. Brave 20 sinister levels through Gotham City's underworld. 4 intense game modes: Platform, Driving, Flyign, Puzzles. Face Mr. Freeze, Poison Ivy and over 20 different kinds of devious villains. Includes 3D slideshow and full-motion video cinematics. Wield Batarangs, Batgrapple, Smoke Pellets and other sleek gear.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.4
Super Hydorah 785.

Super Hydorah

Platform: Switch
November 15, 2018
Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot em up designed to offer a challenging and memorable experience, sublimating the wisdom and richness of traditional shmup classics. The game has direct action, nostalgic art and a wide variety of unique spatial content and situations. It is hours of intense fun, alone or with your friends, to face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Eureka Seven - Vol 1: The New Wave 786.

Eureka Seven - Vol 1: The New Wave

Platform: PlayStation 2
October 24, 2006
The original TV series comes to life on the PlayStation 2 with Eureka Seven Vol 1: The New Wave. Players assume the role of Sumner Sturgeon, a government agent looking to unravel a deep conspiracy, in this prequel to the animation that unfolds the events leading up to the Eureka Seven anime series. The game features intense mecha combat and mind-boggling board riding action. [Namco Bandai]
Metascore:
54
User Score:
8.4
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider 787.

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider

Platform: Switch
January 12, 2023
Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a side-scrolling action platformer that channels the golden age of classic 16-bit action games in a full-throttle quest for revenge. Created to defend a totalitarian state, the Moonrider rejects its programming and now seeks vengeance on its creators.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.4
Master Spy 788.

Master Spy

Platform: PC
September 8, 2015
Master Spy is a stealth-based precision platformer with retro cut-scenes full of espionage, intrigue, and betrayal.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
8.4
30XX 789.

30XX

Platform: PC
August 9, 2023
Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.4
Lost Orbit 790.

Lost Orbit

Platform: PC
May 12, 2015
LOST ORBIT tells the story of Harrison, an astronaut and his struggle to return home. Despite his lack of resources, Harrison will relentlessly strive to survive hopeless conditions. Along his mission he encounters evidence that his accident was not an isolated incident and confronts a strange and dangerous alien race.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.4
Dinotopia: The Timestone Pirates 791.

Dinotopia: The Timestone Pirates

Platform: Game Boy Advance
April 30, 2002
Danger! Angry dinosaurs are poised for invasion. Scurvy pirates are hungry for treasure. And an ancient stone of unimaginable power is about to fall into the wrong hands. Take to the skies and prepare for battle -- only you can preserve the special world that is Dinotopia!
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.4
Frogger's Journey: The Forgotten Relic 792.

Frogger's Journey: The Forgotten Relic

Platform: Game Boy Advance
October 28, 2003
Get ready for a new kind of Frogger game that features new moves, worlds, and role-playing elements. Frogger's Journey: The Forgotten Relic begins when Frogger discovers that his beloved grandfather has vanished. Now you must begin a brand-new quest as Frogger, who has new abilities including Warp, Grappling Hook, and more. You'll hop through 18 different environments, while solving puzzles, avoiding obstacles, and battling enemies along the way. The game also includes a new multiplayer mode, which supports up to four players and requires only one Game Pak.
Metascore:
59
User Score:
8.4
La-Mulana 2 793.

La-Mulana 2

Platform: Switch
March 17, 2020
La-Mulana 2 features sprawling ancient ruins, mind-boggling mysteries, untold numbers of items, and terrible enemies combining to form what is possibly the perfect Metroidvania-style "archaeological ruin exploration action game". In La-Mulana 2, you take on the role of Lumisa Kosugi - daughter of the previous title's hero - as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana, said to be the cradle of human civilization. Desperate to find the cause of the numerous recent appearances of monsters from the ruins, Lumisa heads to the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana. Explore the vast ruins comprising multiple field maps, solve mysteries and riddles using the stone tablets and messages you discover along the way, and take out huge monsters known as "Guardians" as you make your way to the deepest depths of the ruins. You won't believe the awesome mystery of Eg-Lana awaiting you at the end of your journey... ABOUT LA-MULANA 2: La-Mulana was known as a "Metroidvania"-style game (a 2D action platformer with an emphasis on non-linear exploration). That said, the real core of the game is in deciphering the riddles scattered throughout the game, and solving the puzzles that exist as part of the ruins. A classic experience: As with its predecessor, La-Mulana 2 will not feature a tutorial or a long-winded sidekick. As a seasoned explorer, it's up to you to discover the secrets hidden within the ruins and find the truth on your own. Explore at your own pace: By deciphering cryptic text on the monuments scattered throughout the ruins, you will gradually unravel the mystery of the ruins. Which parts of the sprawling underground you tackle, and in what order, is up to you. Sometimes you will need to use changes in backgrounds, mysterious sounds, the strength of enemies, or the sneakiness of traps to detect subtle changes in your surroundings. A colossal adventure: We have designed a variety of zones, and have created a mystery deep enough to encompass a gigantic cave system. This is a very large-scale indie title. We predict newcomers to the series will probably be able to clear the game in 20 to 30 hours. Because of the non-linear nature of Eg-Lana, La-Mulana 2 will have plenty of replayability. New horrors, new weapons: Plenty of ferocious and terrifying monsters and guardians stand in your way in the depths of this new underground network. Fortunately, you will also have an arsenal of tools and weapons at your disposal to help you on your journey. Widescreen support: The first La-Mulana was a remake of a retro-style game that ran in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which made widescreen support impossible. For La-Mulana 2, the various maps and rooms are designed to be 16:9-compatible, making it perfect for widescreen TVs and monitors. The question we've asked ourselves throughout development is: "How can we make an old-school 2D game take advantage of advancements in present-day technology?" GAME FEATURES: * Become an adventurer and explore sprawling ancient ruins * Gather hints to solve the various mysteries of the ruins * Dive into the action as you fight off tough enemies seeking to impede your progress * A detailed and beautifully dot-rendered world * Seven main weapons and over ten sub-weapons * Over 60 items of various types to help you explore the ruins * Over 20 apps to install on your trusty adventurer's tablet, the "Mobile Super X3" * Includes reference book with over 200 monsters and other characters in the game GAME CHARACTERS: * Lumisa Kosugi (21 years old; fourth-generation Japanese; the game's protagonist) Some say she is Lemeza's wife's daughter from a previous marriage, while others believe she's Professor Shawn's illegitimate child. Either way, she is a Kosugi; that much is clear. She travels to La-Mulana to make her archaeological debut after accepting Xelpud's request to search the ruins. * Lemeza Kosugi (36 years old; the previous game's protagonist) Tales of his exploits in the ruins of La-Mulana may be known worldwide, but he was also responsible for the ruins' destruction, and has gone into hiding as a result. His love of exploration has not faded, however, and he still finds time to go spelunking in secret. * Shawn Kosugi (67 years old) After revealing the "Treasure of All Life" he brought back from the ruins of La-Mulana, he returned to a hermetic life once more. Although he technically retired after finishing his research on the "Cradle of All Civilization", he finds himself slowly drawn back into the world of archaeology. * Elder Xelpud (Age unknown) Upon the collapse of the La-Mulana ruins, his life as a 7th Child came to an end. He's been spending his time running the "La-Mulana Ruins Tourist Spot" in hopes of finding purpose in life once again. As a result, he's become quite wealthy, and now lives a life of luxury full of beautiful women and fast cars. * Mulbruk (3024 years old; looks/hopes to look about 24) Since her release from the ruins, Mulbruk has been happily living aboveground, pretending to be a "normal" young woman. Using her amazing knowledge of history, she has become a treasure hunter. She's also become quite fashionable.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
8.4
Alienators: Evolution Continues 794.

Alienators: Evolution Continues

Platform: Game Boy Advance
November 13, 2001
You thought you'd rid the Earth of the aliens. But now they're back, and the evolution of hostile life-forms continues. Lucky for Earth, the Alienators are on the job. Use all the alien-butt-kicking science within your grasp to battle the Genus... before this evil evolves to a state of total supremacy and succeeds in global domination!
Metascore:
54
User Score:
8.4
Journey 795.

Journey

Platform: PlayStation 4
July 21, 2015
The pioneers that brought you the award-winning PlayStation Network titles flOw & Flower are back with another title that challenges traditional gaming conventions. With Journey, thatgamecompany (TGC) continues its tradition of delivering simple gameplay and accessible controls in a rich interactive environment that invites players to explore and experience emotional chords that are still uncommon in video games. An exotic adventure with a more serious tone, Journey presents TGCs unique vision of an online adventure experience. Awakening in an unknown world, the player walks, glides, and flies through a vast and awe-inspiring landscape, while discovering the history of an ancient, mysterious civilization along the way. Journeys innovative approach to online play encourages players to explore this environment with strangers who cross their path from time to time. By traveling together, they can re-shape the experience creating authentic moments they will remember and discuss with others.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.3
Dead Space (2008) 796.

Dead Space (2008)

Platform: PC
October 20, 2008
In the bold and often-bloody Dead Space gamers step into a third-person sci-fi survival horror experience that delivers psychological thrills and gruesome action. Set in the cold blackness of deep space, the atmosphere is soaked with a feeling of tension, dread and sheer terror. In Dead Space, players step into the role of engineer Isaac Clarke – an ordinary man on a seemingly routine mission to fix the communications systems aboard a deep space mining ship. It is not long before Isaac awakes to a living nightmare when he learns that the ship's crew has been ravaged by a vicious alien infestation. He must fight through the dead silence and darkness of deep space to stay alive. [Electronic Arts]
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.3
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle 797.

Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle

Platform: Switch
August 29, 2017
Welcome to the story of an unexpected encounter between Mario and the irreverent Rabbids. To bring order back to a splintered Mushroom Kingdom, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Yoshi team up with Rabbids heroes in a journey through four different worlds. Outwit unpredictable enemies in dynamic turn-based combat and co-op challenges, and solve puzzles along the way. Discover a feel-good and modern combat adventure designed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system, playable anywhere, anytime, with anyone. [Ubisoft]
Metascore:
85
User Score:
8.3
F.E.A.R. 798.

F.E.A.R.

Platform: PC
October 17, 2005
F.E.A.R. (First Encounter Assault and Recon), is an intense first person close-quarters combat experience with rich atmosphere and an engaging storyline. The story begins as an unidentified paramilitary force infiltrates a multi-billion dollar aerospace compound. The government responds by sending in Special Forces, but loses contact as an eerie signal interrupts radio communications. When the interference subsides moments later, the team has been literally torn apart. As part of a classified strike team created to deal with threats no one else can handle, your mission is simple: Eliminate the intruders at any cost. Determine the origin of the signal. And contain this crisis before it spirals out of control. [Vivendi Universal]
Metascore:
88
User Score:
8.3
Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance 799.

Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance

Platform: PC
January 9, 2014
Metal Gear Solid Rising makes its way to the PC and features Raiden as a playable character.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.3
The Binding of Isaac 800.

The Binding of Isaac

Platform: PC
September 28, 2011
Isaac is a roguelike shooter based on the dungeon structure of Zelda (nes). At its core it controls like Smash TV / Robotron in a randomly generated semi RPG world filled with powerups items and special abilities.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
8.3
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