CGMagazine's Scores

  • Games
For 2,616 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 54% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 40% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.4 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 SUPERHOT
Lowest review score: 10 Vroom in the Night Sky
Score distribution:
2628 game reviews
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest XI’s strength lies not in defying conventions, but in refining the concepts its predecessors pioneered to the absolute apex of what a Dragon Quest game can be.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    RoadCraft is everything I had previously enjoyed in Expeditions while building upon it with increased challenges and task that will test players each step of the way and require some clever thinking at times.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Observation is a thought provoking, eerie space drama with dubious computers, failing equipment, and very threatening geometry. Don’t let it get away from you.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The introduction of “The Journey” makes a traditional game mode into something new and exciting, complete with a storyline, character back-story and more.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This game is Bananas. B-A-N-A-N-A-S.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana makes a handful of smart improvements to an already great action RPG, making it look and feel better than ever.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Desperadoes III is a highly-addictive and engaging real-time tactics game that offers endlessly satisfying experimentation and replay value.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    World of Horror is an intense and existential horror experience that perfectly captures the work that inspired it.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Indivisible is a fantastic RPG hybrid brought to life through beautiful hand animation, a captivating score and an insanely addictive combat system.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Kirby Air Riders combines tight controls, excellent gameplay and a plethora of content to make the best mascot racing game on the Nintendo Switch 2.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Bloober Team has crafted a Silent Hill 2 remake that respects the original while delivering a fresh, terrifying experience.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    TUNIC is a genre-bending breath of fresh air that includes elements from other popular games that all grease the wheel for an exceptional gaming experience. A must-play for all gamers, especially due to its inclusion on Game Pass.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania is a loving recreation and just pure, uncomplicated FUN.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Beat Sports succeeds at doing something familiar but fresh with the rhythm genre and is a blast to play with friends.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Ufouria: The Saga 2 is one of the most immediately charming and consistently interesting exploration games I’ve ever played.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Easily the funniest videogame since Stick of Truth and sure to be the funniest until whenever the hell Trey Parker and Matt Stone decide to do this again.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Despite being a slightly pared down re-release of Skyrim, the portability aspect really makes this work.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Outlast Trials captures the gritty and often dark atmosphere of the series in an over-the-top, unique multiplayer experience and a must-play for fans of the horror genre.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is a gorgeous adventure and an engrossing tactical romp that offers a solid challenge and some unique combat quirks that will please tactical fans. Add in the ridiculous antics from the Rabbids and some wonderful creativity in the environments in the music and Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is a strategy game players dare not miss.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    TMNT: Splintered Fate is not only a finely crafted roguelike, it's also one of the best takes on the franchise in recent memory and an instant contender for its best video game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit is both a charming love letter to the AVGN series and a challenging retro sidescroller that is immensely fun.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dredge remains an incredibly playable and captivating game in a uniquely eerie package and while The Pale Reach DLC is a decent enough addition, it doesn’t offer enough to justify being paid content.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Super Bomberman Collection is a genuine celebration of the SNES era of Bomberman games. Five amazing games, tons of goodies, what more could you want?
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This Switch version is hands down the best way to play these games. They hold up remarkably well in 2020 thanks to the engaging story and memorable cast of characters.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DUSK is a bloody good time on Switch that perfectly evokes the spirit of the best 90’s shooters.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater is a safe but faithful remake and the perfect entry point for newcomers or those wanting to relive the exploits of Naked Snake in a brand new light.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    I just can’t stop playing Super Mario 3D All-Stars. The joy of movement, the sharp controls, and the endlessly imaginative worlds keep bringing me back, even after all these years.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Grim Dawn is one of the easiest ARPGs to recommend in recent years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you haven’t played Horizon Zero Dawn, or are looking for a reason to experience Aloys story from the beginning, then this is the way forward. A gorgeous remaster that brings all of the charm of the original and all of the graphical deliciousness of the sequel.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is easily the best game on the Wii U. Monolith Software is probably the best developer Nintendo has under their umbrella at the moment, and Xenoblade Chronicles X is without a doubt their crowning achievement.

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