Armchair Empire's Scores

  • Games
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 1.3 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
Lowest review score: 10 C.O.R.E.
Score distribution:
2214 game reviews
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    When the playability distractions are absent from Breach, though, it is a relatively good, albeit barebones, Call of Duty online military shooter substitute.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game is nothing more than it pretends to be. It's about dancing and the music selection is great.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Overall, it might not be Pigsy's Perfect 10 – but it's definitely a solid 7 and worth downloading if you have the original game.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The game is competent but not compelling, adequate but not outstanding. Unless you are a big Michael Jackson fan it's a rental at best. Unless you can find that version with the glove. Now that will provide hours of fun and amusement.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you are a big DBZ fan you've probably already picked this title up. If not, give it a try first before you take it home forever.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Playing Raging Blast 2 reminded me of all the fun from the anime series, but it also reminded me of all the shortcomings of that series as well.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With its emphasis on the merriment of nightlife, Late Night is the most electrifying jolt to Sims 3 everyday sameness that can be found.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Simply put, if you're not a fan of the genre, then Phantasy Star Portable 2 isn't for you. If you have been a fan for this long, then the good news is that there's more missions and loot for you to spend the next few weeks collecting, as well as a fully online multiplayer that's both functional as well as free. Whether you'll find an audience of fellow PSP players connected at the same time, however, is almost as uncertain as the universe itself.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    But those looking for a mix of good multi-tiered fighting that's finally available online with some elements of an action-adventure (although nowhere near as engaging as the fighting aspect) that also provides long, fan-appealing anime cut-scenes that weave together another Naruto tale should be satisfied with the second installment of this particular Naruto-based franchise.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dead Space 2 is enjoyable. It's a great action title but it's the deeper, complicated facets of the game that firmly puts it in the running for Game of Year, even this early in 2011.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    No matter if gamers are a fan of casual PC/Mac poker of just looking for an easy way to score some Team Fortress 2 item upgrades, Poker Night at the Inventory is a great bargain that also happens to be a very good poker game with a most unusual collection of card competitors.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Too much of a good thing doesn't seem to apply to the Sly Cooper Collection. I went through all three games back-to-back and it just left me wanting to get hold of another Sly game rather than stick the collection on the shelf and forget about the series.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    GHWOR does little to change the minds of those who thought the series was past its prime. Frankly, GHWOR could have existed as a track pack, but for what it's worth, Neversoft still manages to squeeze out some fun gameplay even if it is to the same old tune.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    All in all, it's a decent game it just doesn't offer anything spectacular.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Fans of the Patrician series will doubtlessly find a lot to enjoy from the newest iteration. Those who haven't been exposed to it before will find a very deep trading and city building simulation, but the pace may turn off players who prefer their empires built in a day.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    In short, if you enjoyed the original game enough that you would like to experience more of it, than Joe's Adventures is a worthwhile investment.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Unlike the Wii version, the fully functional online component means you (almost) always have access to some stiff human competition over Xbox Live. And it definitely looks much sharper.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Back to the point though, Splatterhouse is actually more satisfying than the original games, even with all of the game's problems. In that way it's a successful reboot.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    At it's core Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit is an arcade racer. It smacks all the right targets, my personal preferences regarding power-ups notwithstanding.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Donkey Kong Country Returns starts strong and offers a great gaming experience to players of any age. That's no small feat but it seems Nintendo has been doing it a lot lately.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    As a Dead Rising fan I appreciate the basics of exploring and messing around with different weapons and just having fun. And while the conclusion isn't really satisfying the enjoyment getting there lets me give Case West a recommendation.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Raging Blast is for the die-hard fans and only for the die-hards. I use to be obsessed with DBZ when I was younger, but have moved on since and consider myself just a casual fan and that's not a good enough of a reason to buy this game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although not much of a gameplay challenge for anybody over the age of 10, the Clue-like gameplay structure of Disney Guilty Party provides a nice little mystery party for wannabe detective Wii gamers.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    2010 has been a busy year for the racing genre with games such as Need For Speed, Blur and GT5 all being released this year. SVR does little to separate itself from the competition and that's where it ultimately falls flat.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It looks good and it feels good at points but I'm afraid its shortcomings are going to make it a forgotten title.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    It's a satisfying experience for younger fans, and fills a quota for comic-reading gamers.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Play for a little, get a hit of Mario nostalgia, challenge your brain, and continue with the rest of your day. Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem makes for a great gaming fix.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The game is not perfect but it's extremely well done overall.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It's fun and non-threatening, and anyone watching it will be entertained.
    • 36 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Power Gig: Rise of the SixString was a good stab at adding something unique to the music genre, alongside its great set list. It's unfortunate that the overall experience is left wanting and that the guitar -- the thing you dropped all that money on -- really does prevent enjoyment seeping into your gaming sessions.

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