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For 3,527 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 42% higher than the average critic
  • 3% same as the average critic
  • 55% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.7 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 100 Pushmo
Lowest review score: 0 Duke Nukem Forever
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,788 out of 3527
  2. Mixed: 1,231 out of 3527
  3. Negative: 508 out of 3527
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    • 74 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Kinectimals
    I think Kinectimals, as cute as it is and how it's occasionally really neat when it comes to voice commands and certain motion interactions, is ultimately a shallow and repetitive game. But I keep it around for moments such as seeing my daughter toss a fedora at a panther cub, and hearing her laugh and joyously point out how silly it is that a cat is now wearing a hat.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Blood Stone: 007
    Even with its numerous imperfections, Blood Stone easily ranks as 007's strongest showing in a videogame since the original GoldenEye. Just try to keep some aspirin handy for the inevitable cellphone-induced headaches.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Blood Stone: 007
    Even with its numerous imperfections, Blood Stone easily ranks as 007's strongest showing in a videogame since the original GoldenEye. Just try to keep some aspirin handy for the inevitable cellphone-induced headaches.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kinect Sports
    Kinect Sports works well enough as a launch title and has more than enough heft to ensure that it's not labeled as just a tech demo. Yes, there are some kinks that need to be addressed, particularly with the hardware, but if you're looking to pad out the library for your shiny new peripheral, Kinect Sports should be a definite consideration.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kinect Adventures!
    It shows off what the hardware is capable of, it's free (technically), and most importantly, it's actually a lot of fun. Unfortunately, it also highlights some of Kinect's weaknesses, namely the lag and occasional calibration issues.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Dance Central
    The selection of jams, from Pitbull's "Calle Ocho" to M.I.A.'s "Galang '05", are all bootie-bouncing material. The range of dance routines vary considerably and feel legit -- I'd feel comfortable doing "the jerk" at a club.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Z.H.P. Unlosing Ranger vs Darkdeath Evilman
    I can't imagine it becoming the massive breakout hit NIS seems to be aspiring to, but it's bound to satisfy not only the Disgaea faithful, but anyone pining for an inventive take on the Mystery Dungeon formula as well.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    DJ Hero 2
    Catchy mixes, impressive visuals, and a much improved career mode make DJ Hero 2 worth checking out.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    DJ Hero 2
    Catchy mixes, impressive visuals, and a much improved career mode make DJ Hero 2 worth checking out.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Fable III
    Fable 3 is even simpler than its predecessor while remaining utterly and distinctly charming when compared to the rest of the 360's library -- it just isn't quite as magical as Fable 2.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    God of War: Ghost of Sparta
    Everything is put together so well that, unless you've become truly tired of the franchise, Ghost of Sparta is well worth playing. This portable title, while it may not be the best or most original entry in the series, is more than worthy of the God of War name.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Fallout: New Vegas
    If only it was a stable product and didn't ship with so many bugs, I would've given New Vegas a higher score.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Fallout: New Vegas
    If only it was a stable product and didn't ship with so many bugs, I would've given New Vegas a higher score.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Fallout: New Vegas
    If only it was a stable product and didn't ship with so many bugs, I would've given New Vegas a higher score.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Etrian Odyssey III: The Drowned City
    While everyone feels a certain sense of accomplishment after completing a game, Etrian Odyssey III's exploration and incredible challenge make it rewarding throughout.
    • 35 Metascore
    • 16 Critic Score
    Dead Space Ignition
    Unless you're a huge Dead Space fan and absolutely can't contain yourself around anything remotely related to that universe, skip out on Dead Space Ignition.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    DeathSpank: Thongs of Virtue
    There's a bit more quest variety, but that's really about it in terms of changes. So, if you're itching to get your hands on more DeathSpank, Thongs of Virtue is more of the same, in the best way possible. It's just as well written and silly as its predecessor with just as much charm.
    • 36 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Kung Fu Rider
    Most people will have a laugh at the mere sight of the game, but if they actually play it, and want to be good at it, a lot of frustration is in store.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    NBA Jam
    It heralds a bold new era in arcade-style sports games.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Medal of Honor
    It's a mostly well-built title with seemingly good intentions, but it lacks the weight -- whether it's in the narrative, campaign length, or feature set -- to seem like much more than a quality diversion.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Dead Rising 2
    Ultimately, sure, Dead Rising 2 has annoying technical flaws and uninteresting boss battles. But the ability to jump into a friend's game while wearing a Borat-inspired mankini and a Servbot helmet with a lawnmower blade strapped on top help you quickly forget those problems.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Shank
    Shank is the freshest, most unequivocally rewarding beat-em-up game to come along in almost a decade.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I
    Most importantly, it nails the fun of hitting springboards, bouncing off enemies, and defying gravity with pure speed. While hardly perfect, it's solid enough that even reviving the old "Se-ga!" before the title screen feels appropriate. After a decade of missteps, Sonic has earned it.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Professor Layton and the Unwound Future
    The performances and animated cut-scenes are still as terrific as always, though; it's just a subpar script that brings it down slightly.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    NBA 2K11
    Even if the chief competitor to 2K11 hadn't forfeited the showdown this year, it's hard to imagine a basketball game bringing a more complete, authentic, and fun game of pro basketball to the court than NBA 2K11 does.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    NBA 2K11
    Even if the chief competitor to 2K11 hadn't forfeited the showdown this year, it's hard to imagine a basketball game bringing a more complete, authentic, and fun game of pro basketball to the court than NBA 2K11 does.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
    If you love a good science fiction tale wrapped around a gorgeous, post-apocalyptic world with some decent gameplay thrown into the mix, you should give Enslaved a try.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West
    If you love a good science fiction tale wrapped around a gorgeous, post-apocalyptic world with some decent gameplay thrown into the mix, you should give Enslaved a try.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Sengoku Basara: Samurai Heroes
    The first improvement is that everything is smoother.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I
    Most importantly, it nails the fun of hitting springboards, bouncing off enemies, and defying gravity with pure speed. While hardly perfect, it's solid enough that even reviving the old "Se-ga!" before the title screen feels appropriate. After a decade of missteps, Sonic has earned it.
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