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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 C.O.R.E.
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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    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon's Crown
    Dragon's Crown is a throw-back game that borrows heavily from side scrolling beat-'em-ups. The end result is a modernized interpretation of a classic genre.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon Age II
    Ultimately, Dragon Age 2 still manages to be a good game, but it will also be a VERY divisive title among RPG fans.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kohan II: Kings of War
    On the normal difficulty setting most veterans of the genre are bound to find the game too easy.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Indigo Prophecy
    Even though Indigo Prophecy is grim, it’s also engrossing.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    LittleBigPlanet
    It remains to be seen if LittleBigPlanet’s portable community will be as dedicated or creative enough to continually pump out user-made levels, which has allowed the original PS3 version to enjoy repeated success even years after its launch, but regardless of whether you own both consoles or not, Sackboy’s portable world tour isn’t one you want to miss.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    MotorStorm Arctic Edge
    The environments in this game might be pretty cold but I’m happy to say the game is pretty hot.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NHL 14
    It's all there, it's just not all that different than NHL 13.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Indiana Jones and the Emperor's Tomb
    It's stylish, fun and let's you go nuts with a whip.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NBA Street V3
    It's everything good to be expected from a basketball game, plus loads of customization.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Law & Order II: Double or Nothing
    The adventure is on the short side, but with good writing, a strong translation of the TV show, and the fact it makes you think makes Law & Order II: Double or Nothing a solid purchase for fans of the show and those that want a bit of a mind exercise.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EVE Online
    An enjoyable game. It emphasizes teamwork and really gives a lot of character tweaking to sink one’s teeth into, but you really need to be patient individual to deal with the mining aspect of the game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc
    The camera and the linear fashion of the levels didn’t make me a Rayman convert but I did have fun – especially with those drug-inspired transition sections. Far out, man!
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shadowgrounds Survivor
    It's an old school run-n-gun shooter that perfectly captures the flavor of the best "bad sci-fi" movies out there.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    MVP 07 NCAA Baseball
    With a great baseball-playing control setup, MVP 07 NCAA Baseball is a solid hitting title that will stay entrenched in the gaming lineup of baseball-gaming fans everywhere.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mafia
    While I didn't appreciate the sudden difficulty of the racing mission, it doesn't wreck the game as a whole.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits
    Strangely, despite Arc the Lad: TotS being anything but innovative, it has an interesting charm and still manages to be quite fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Movies
    It is once the main game is over that the real fun of The Movies begins.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blitz: The League
    Furthermore, their solution to the lack of known teams and players was clever and, most importantly, works.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hearts of Iron: Platinum
    A perfect buy for the “thinking” strategist that is willing to learn something; all others steer clear because you’ll get bored real quick.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Twisted Metal: Head-On
    It is still pretty stunning to me that I can lay on my couch with a wireless hand-held and play total strangers from across the globe.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    ESPN NBA Basketball
    Aimed toward the more "casual" sport gamer. If you just want to pick up the controller occasionally and play some basketball, ESPN is your game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Crysis 3
    All in all, Crysis 3 is an impressive game – it delivers on style and experience, just doesn't do all those little extras to really set itself apart from the pack as a true AAA title.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Europa Universalis III Chronicles
    Europa Universalis III represents an older and more thoughtful style of gaming. It's easy to pick up, and very easy to get your head handed to you. For those who persevere, you'll find a deep strategy game that will challenge your skill as a statesman and a general.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II
    With plenty of characters to choose from, solid combat, and the ability to customize items without the whole process becoming overwhelming the game manages to be highly accessible to a wide variety of gamers.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sonic Heroes
    Although the character switching adds gameplay possibilities to Sonic Heroes, most of them are negated by the too-obvious clues.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    ArmA II
    The motto of the United States Marine Corps is "Semper Fidelis." I can think of no higher compliment for ArmAII than that.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood
    Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood is one of those games that has “cult hit” written all over it – maybe it won’t hit critical mass with a general audience but those that appreciate a good shooter and a well-told story should be happy.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    GRID 2
    All in all, Grid 2 is a beautiful game that does a spectacular job on the presentation and delivery for an authentic as you're likely to get racing experience. Enthusiasts will find the experience a little too thin for their lacking, but the mainstream audience will find much here to keep their attention if they are willing to put in that initial investment.
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