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For 376 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 42% higher than the average critic
  • 27% same as the average critic
  • 31% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 Blue Prince
Lowest review score: 30 Rocco's Island: Ring to End the Pain
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 219 out of 376
  2. Mixed: 148 out of 376
  3. Negative: 9 out of 376
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Bookwalker: Thief of Tales
    The Bookwalker isn’t about inventing new wheels but combining familiar concepts in intriguing ways, ably marrying point-and-click adventuring and turn-based combat to provide a dark world to explore, filled with surprises that are ultimately more intriguing than its grand finale.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Oxenfree II: Lost Signals
    Bigger and better than its predecessor in some ways, more bloated and less focused in others, Oxenfree II: Lost Signals is an intriguing sequel for those on the right wavelength for this kind of gameplay-lite narrative experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Intruder In Antiquonia
    Intruder in Antiquonia‘s pleasing aesthetic and rural charm with flashes of something deeper aren’t quite enough to compensate for the hurried storytelling and pedestrian puzzles.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    The Case of the Golden Idol - Golden Idol Mysteries: The Spider of Lanka
    This expansion to our 2022 Game of the Year proves that The Case of the Golden Idol was no fluke, making an undeniable argument for even further explorations into its addicting, vocabulary-themed approach to detective gameplay.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Cats and the Other Lives
    Being a feline makes Cats and the Other Lives a fun and playful game for the most part, though the storyline you uncover along the way gets darker and darker, and all the more compelling because of it.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Rendezvous
    Rendezvous offers cyberpunk with a distinctive Indonesian flavour. Its awkward combat and simple puzzles may soon be forgotten, but its gritty story and pungent atmosphere will stay with you.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Harmony: The Fall of Reverie
    Don’t Nod’s visual novel Harmony is an awkwardly balanced mix of gorgeous but limited production values, clumsy choice mechanic, and an intriguing story whose best parts you never get to experience yourself.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Delirium (2023)
    It may not be the most polished or user-friendly game, but Delirium’s zany night at home with two teens and a talking stuffed bunny proves to be a fair bit of fun.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Wreck
    There’s no real challenge and very little gameplay in this craftily created 3D visual novel, but The Wreck’s main character’s personal story will pull you in and leave you feeling fully invested in seeing her through the worst – and perhaps last – day of her life.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    After You
    A little too unrefined with a bare-bones narrative, After You is nevertheless packed with engaging and demanding puzzles, some of which inspire creative thinking.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    Amanda the Adventurer
    Unless you are either a die-hard fan of puzzles or analog horror, and really don’t mind a lackluster and increasingly tiresome version of both, there are far better and spookier games out there than Amanda the Adventurer.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    RE:CALL (2023)
    Combining several gameplay styles with a protagonist-switching, fourth-wall-breaking story makes RE:CALL feel almost experimental at times. But since its disparate elements ultimately work reasonably well together, it’s an experiment in storytelling that could be worth checking out.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Amnesia: The Bunker
    With The Bunker, Frictional has boiled the series’ gameplay formula down to its most salient and effective horror elements while trimming any excessive fat. For fans of horror, only three words are necessary: go play it!
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dordogne
    Dordogne takes you on a stunning watercolor journey through the past and present of rural southern France. There isn’t anything much in the way of challenge, but it’s a charming interactive storybook that will remind you of the really important things in life.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Firmament
    With a gorgeous setting full of incredible architecture and nicely varied puzzles, Firmament is another confident and cerebral showcase from the legendary artists at Cyan.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Know by Heart
    With its limited interaction, Know by heart… may have worked better as a book or film, but it’s a beautiful game with a touching personal story that never loses its focus on the people of a quiet town in crisis.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Star Trek: Resurgence
    While non-Trekkies and puzzle lovers may find Star Trek: Resurgence less appealing, franchise fans looking to simply dive into another fine story in this expansive universe will not be disappointed.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Gamedec
    It’s a shame there isn’t more opportunity to explore the world at large, but Gamedec is a rewarding and immersive role-playing adventure that offers a satisfying amount of player agency in the direction of this cyberpunk detective mystery.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    STASIS: BONE TOTEM
    Though cracks are visible in its impressive facade by the time the credits roll, Stasis: Bone Totem is a wildly ambitious follow-up that builds effectively on the macabre promise of its predecessors.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Planet of Lana
    Planet of Lana breaks no new ground, but it’s a beautiful and frequently captivating sci-fi puzzle-platforming experience.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Somerville
    An artfully made take on the familiar story of an alien invasion, Somerville’s visual design and interesting scenarios form an engaging experience, though some confusing puzzle design and a plot that holds the player at arm’s length keep it from truly being out of this world.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Loretta
    Loretta is a pleasingly chaotic and entertaining romp through the best tropes of film noir – but it’s the player who decides just how dark things get.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened
    With a sharp narrative focus, engaging gameplay, and a fresh take on its characters as younger men, Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened functions as both a stellar remake and a compelling sequel to Chapter One.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Forest Quartet
    Full of gorgeous art, delightful jazz, and a very light amount of challenge, The Forest Quartet turns a story about death and grief into a fun, lively, cathartic memorial romp.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Wavetale
    Wavetale’s forgiving platforming and trivial combat arguably make the game a bit too easy, but its thoughtful narrative and gorgeous world will keep you happily glued to the screen throughout the entirety of its brief duration.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    KAPIA
    It’s a bit too short for its own good, but when you get used to the wonky camera controls, KAPIA is a beautiful and charming game, serving up a colourful cast and fun puzzles.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me
    While Supermassive’s formula is starting to need a bit of a punch-up, and the H. H. Holmes Murder Castle is surprisingly less compelling than the earlier anthology settings, The Devil in Me is still a solid slasher story for horror fans to enjoy.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Summer Daze: Tilly's Tale
    Summer Daze: Tilly’s Tale is a pleasant but undemanding little visual novel. Fans of Quest for Glory and Hero-U will enjoy spending time in the Coles’ universe again, but those who want the same kind of intricate gameplay might be disappointed.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Rock 'n' Roll Will Never Die!
    Amusingly written and simply enjoyable to play, this isn’t just an adventure for heavy rock fans. Rock ‘n’ Roll Will Never Die! may have a few flaws, but it’s a wild ride that should appeal to any adventure game fan looking for a light and engaging story.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Life of Delta
    It may have a bare-bones story and some wonky gameplay mechanics, but Life of Delta is a visually beautiful journey packed full of enjoyable puzzles with a sublime soundtrack to go with it. Although it didn’t completely live up to my expectations, its charming robot protagonist did his best to keep me entertained for the short time we shared together.
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