CGMagazine's Scores

  • Games
For 2,617 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 1.5 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 The Messenger
Lowest review score: 10 Vroom in the Night Sky
Score distribution:
2629 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    While The King of Fighters XIV isn't as flashy or good looking as other recently released fighters, it is jam packed with content by comparison having 50 characters playable on the disc.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tales of Berseria is proof that with a more thoughtful approach to design, the series still has what it takes to stand tall among its RPG contemporaries.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    If you love grinding for hours in dungeon crawlers after doing a three-hour long tutorial, this is the game for you.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pacific Drive captures the spirit of working on your car in a game that heavily leans into the crafting experience over its driving roguelike elements.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven remakes an overlooked gem into a modern-looking feast for old-school JRPG fans, though some wrinkles still show.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Hyrule Warriors returns to form in Age of Imprisonment, borrowing from and enriching Tears of the Kingdom in the process.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Trials Rising, another excellent racing platformer hybrid, is bogged down slightly by an ugly loot box economy and an unnecessary leveling system.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Alienation is a great game for any PS4 owner and is a blast either solo or with a group of friends.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Whether you're sitting down for a quick coffee break adventure, or an all-night binge, Hand of Fate delivers in spades.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Despite its age, Zwei: The Ilvard Insurrection holds up well. The graphics are average and the combat can feel a bit basic at times but the game did such a good job of drawing me into its world that I was easily able to forgive its shortcomings.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    My only complaint about Monsters are Coming! Rock & Road is that there isn’t more of it, and for under $10, they have already provided dozens of hours of content. Addictive and replayable, with a killer soundtrack to go with it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dragonkin: The Banished brings a wealth of new systems and a new power trip to ARPGs, fans of the genre should give this one a look.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A diverse narrative-driven space adventure for people wanting actual emotions and relationships in their games; that is Tacoma.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    LEGO Voyagers is a simple game, with a big imagination, and at the end of the day, that’s what playing with LEGO is about. It’s a heartwarming, highly enjoyable experience that doesn’t ask a lot from the player, but doesn’t require a lot to have fun. I think parents will definitely enjoy playing with their kids the most, but there’s enough here for two friends to enjoy.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even without playing the new 3 on 3 multiplayer, I feel I can easily recommend Halo Wars 2 to both Halo fans and those hankering for an RTS on console. The controls are tight, the cutscenes are to die for, and there is a new cute AI that I want to be best friends with. If you aren't sold on the whole RTS thing, or it just isn't a genre you're interested in, then at the very least watch these cutscenes somewhere online, because they are damn impressive.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Deserts of Kharak boasts an unprecedented beauty in its setting and world design, and its hand drawn-style cutscenes only add to that.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rockstar ports the underrated L.A. Noire over to The Switch and actually adds some interesting new control dynamics to the old title rather than just tossing on some gimmicks. That’s a good thing.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    There’s no shortage of story in this golf adventure around a post-apocalyptic wasteland.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The formula ain't broke, so Jackbox Party Pack 11 doesn't fix it—offering five original new multiplayer games for its tried-and-true formula.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Anger Foot Kicks things up to 11 with its fast-paced gameplay, stylish aesthetic and bumpin' tracks, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite a nonsensical plot and slightly lower emotional stakes, Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name is a stunning refinement of the Dragon Engine that's wholly deserving of your time, whether you're a longtime Yakuza fan or new to the franchise.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Although some visual and design elements feel a bit dated, Alan Wake Remastered is the definitive version of an all-time classic horror game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Capcom Fighting Collection is the best way to experience the Darkstalkers series on modern platforms along with a few other titles that go beyond your typical Street Fighter fair.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Elden Ring Nightreign The Forsaken Hollows knows its audience and is a near-perfect addition for fans of Soulslikes.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster resurrects the dusty but intact bones of the original, revitalizing them with a new lease on life.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Considerable compromises were made on a technical level, but Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus is still one of the best shooters on the Nintendo Switch.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    World End Syndrome offers a gripping mystery about undead and lost folklores, yet also a touching story about the hidden trials of those who suffer in silence.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    During my time with F1 24, I found that there are a fair few things that were improved from last year's title, but with some game modes missing entirely, what else is there to do?
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Placing above the Switch version but below the PS5, Sonic X Shadow Generations' Switch 2 port is serviceable, but only diehard fans need reapply.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle has some issues, but the gameplay is exciting and deep enough that fans of any of the franchises on display here will have a good time.

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