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For 2,214 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 64% higher than the average critic
  • 5% 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 Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Lowest review score: 10 Fear Factor: Unleashed
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,443 out of 2214
  2. Mixed: 648 out of 2214
  3. Negative: 123 out of 2214
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    NHL 2K10
    Overall, for a game that was supposed to be more about the arcade experience of hockey it feels like a more complete solution than the “other product” and impressed me at every turn.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    La Pucelle: Tactics
    The game walks a very fine line in providing something that is familiar, with something that is new for those who like Nippon Ichi’s other strategy RPG effort.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 1: Launch of the Screaming Narwhal
    Following excellent Sam Max, Strongbad and Wallace & Gromit episodic series, Telltale Games has done it once again. Tales of Monkey Island's first episode, Launch of the Screaming Narwhal, is a "yo-ho-ho and a barrel of laughs" P&C adventure game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters
    In the end, The Masters is, in the purest sense, a golf simulator. It does not require extensive practice, nor does it have enough to entice people who have no interest in the sport. For those that do, however, your devotion will be greatly rewarded.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NHL Hitz Pro
    An awesome game that reminds me more of an updated version of a classic than something new, but that’s exactly what I was waiting for.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The Sims: Superstar
    This is the first time in the Sims that there’s an actual challenge gauntlet thrown down.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Skylanders Swap Force
    A great and humorous story, colourful environments, deep campaign and swappable characters make this a great game you shouldn't miss.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Street Fighter Alpha Anthology
    There are some great character designs and backgrounds (most noticeably in SFA2/SFA3). There are also some great character animations.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Spider-Man: The Movie
    The game kicks butt too except for one big problem: the camera.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tekken 6
    Tekken 6 may not be completely what I was hoping for, but it is a very solid entry to the series. Being able to fight others online is reason enough for any Tekken fan to make the purchase and newcomers will be treated by being introduced to a great game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    NASCAR 06: Total Team Control
    A must-buy for both the NASCAR Nation and "casual" car-racing gamers alike.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dissidia: Final Fantasy
    There are plenty of characters and each with their own unique storyline. Dissidia will surely last many hours before a FF fan will get bored of it. I highly suggest a purchase.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth II
    It’s not without minor flaws, but overall, it’s a really satisfying experience that broadens the horizons of console gaming.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dead Rising 2
    There's a lot to see and do in Dead Rising 2, even after the credits roll. Loads of nooks and crannies to explore and strategies to develop. Money well spent!
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy Origins
    Unlike the later games, Final Fantasy II showcases the most involved learning and experience system of the series - all weapons, shields, and spells have some associated skill level in using them.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tak and the Power of Juju
    Perfect for people that enjoy a low-impact game. It’ll score many points for being easy to get into and a leisurely way to pass the time, but people that like things to happen should steer clear.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    CastleStorm
    More than just the typical tower defense game, CastleStorm packs a thunder and lighting one-two punch with a stellar single-player campaign that has plenty of strategy and old-school hack & slashing along with a solid online mode when it's time to test the tower defending mettle against human adversaries.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
    More, more, more. Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 has more of everything from the original: more characters and costumes, more stages, more modes available already on the disc, simply more fighting possibilities than ever starring some of the most popular Marvel and Capcom characters.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Driver: San Francisco
    Driver is a well made game and even though I sometimes got bored of doing side missions, overall it was better than I expected. It's a good addition to the series and shifting is a pretty cool feature that maybe not all people will like, but you'll just have to see for yourself.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 3: Baddest of the Bands
    After a slow-paced beginning, Baddest of the Bands finishes with an encore performance that rock and rolls past Episode 1 and settles right behind Episode 2.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Sam & Max Episode 102: Situation: Comedy
    Vastly improved is the sometimes-schizophrenic camera from Sam & Max: Culture Shock that would block the goings-on, especially cut-scene interactions. I didn’t notice one instance of that particular issue at all in Situation: Comedy.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Prototype 2
    All in all, Prototype 2 does a good job of creating an interesting combat engine, but falls short visually, in story-telling, and general mission design. Assuming that you are geared for some mindless death and dismemberment, this is a good way to spend the time until the new releases hit the open market.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Twisted Metal: Black Online
    Of course, broadband users get the best deal as all the modes benefit from more players. TMB was always about slightly controlled chaos, and it is hard to obtain that vibe with only one other user in the level.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Space Empires IV
    SE4 biggest strength is the ability to flip a variety of options before the game even starts.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Day of Defeat
    The level design makes up for much of the graphical shortcomings.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07
    No matter how you tee it up, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 is simply the best golfing game available today.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sam & Max Episode 106: Bright Side of the Moon
    The Bright Side of the Moon has a stellar and hysterical script, which taken in the entirety of the season, simply cannot be topped today.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NBA 09 The Inside
    Overall, I was quite pleased with this title and you won’t go wrong picking it up. It’s not quite a slam dunk but it’s certainly no foul.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Gladius
    Plays a lot like a series of great chess matches with tons of new variables to learn.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mirror's Edge
    While the tacked-on combat portions bring a blemish to the game’s identity, and the overall length is a bit on the short side (although there are plenty of speed runs and time trials to encourage multiple playthroughs to master each area for the best online time), Mirror’s Edge is still a breathtaking adventure that has brought a new immersive experience to players along with the thrill of the hunt(ed).
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