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
    • 85 Critic Score
    Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection is a slice of action gaming joy well worth a look for fans of the series and an absolute must-own for newbies. If you’ve never dabbled in Uncharted, get it immediately. You are about to have so much fun with a controller in your hands that it should probably be illegal.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    In the end, this is not my favourite version of Rocket League, but it is one that you can enjoy. The gameplay is identical to the other versions in most ways, but the graphics of the Switch version are ugly. The resolution is so low.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Although it can be tough at times to jump into an era that you’re unfamiliar with, The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles masterfully offers all of the gameplay you’d hope for without leaning on other iterations for story content.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Age of Empires 2: The Definitive Edition has made the transition to console surprisingly well, giving a new range of people a chance to play one of RTS’s most beloved classics in a new way.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time may not be the biggest upgrade over its last-generation release, but for a game that just came out a year prior, it does what it needs to do and presents the best console version of an already well-polished game for players to enjoy.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Unicorn Overlord combines the stellar Vanillaware aesthetic in a tactical RPG experience that feels like a modern classic in the making.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    StudioMDHR transports players back into a 1930s cartoon with Cuphead, A stunning yet difficult title.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    With each season they have iterated on the already strong foundation, creating more content and characters, all of which gel together in spite of the fact that it went through a developer change.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Though Rise of the Tomb Raider wastes little time in getting Lara into the thick of a brand new adventure, it’s still burdened by much of its predecessor’s baggage.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fans of Total War and Warhammer can now rejoice and form a pact as this is a game that blends the two franchises together beautifully.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It’s never been easier to play the Zero Escape titles than it is now, and for the money, any fan of heady narratives and fun puzzles is in for several hours of quality entertainment.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is an amazing—albeit, questionably expensive add on.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Whatever your feelings are of the original DmC, credit has to be given for the sizable chunk of new additions made to this remaster.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For newcomers, this is the game to start with, but the franchise does still feel a little exclusive with the mountains of text you have to read to get a basic understanding of how the game works.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Players looking for a fun co-op experience or those who don’t care about paying a little extra can quickly jump into Dragon Quest Builders 2 for an improved experience and a healthy dose of new mechanics and features.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Hideo Kojima's PlayStation 4 title Death Stranding has landed on PC, bringing with it a new standard of console ports.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Yakuza 0 is a great game, and it’s PC port keeps the game’s charm completely intact.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The excellent Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart gets a very strong port. It has a few blemishes but this is still the absolute best way to play a game that’s an adventurous blast from start to finish.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Asgard’s Wrath 2 is a near perfect VR RPG. Between its compelling story, great gameplay mechanics and scope it’s a must play for all VR Meta Quest owners. With just a few tweaks to the accessibility, it could have been perfect.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Bloober Team has crafted a Silent Hill 2 remake that respects the original while delivering a fresh, terrifying experience.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Opus: Prism Peak is a remarkable narrative experience with a clear love of the art of photography and a genuine message to impart.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Anonymous;Code is a stellar addition to the Science Adventure that’s sure to please fans, but still holds enough for newcomers to jump into as well.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    While DKCTF’s levels are quite long, have frequent checkpoints, as well as the simplicity and fun of its gameplay, and an overall fast pace make it perfect for gaming on the go.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The hand of [Her Story’s] developer never intrudes far enough to spoil the basic thrill of solving a narrative puzzle completely on one’s own.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mario Kart World breaks away from series tradition to great success, even if it is slowed down by an interconnected yet barren world.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Nioh 3 takes the best elements of the series past and Team Ninja's legacy in delivering one of the most fun and feature-rich action games to start off the new year.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Pentiment is a vibrant adventure that fully embraces its time period, artistic style, and sense of mystery. It’s methodical pacing and focus on dialogue won’t appeal to everyone, but Pentiment knows what it wants to be and does it exceptionally well.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Eight years in the making, Bayonetta 3 is an utterly ridiculous action romp from PlatinumGames that blends sublime controls with over-the-top set pieces that fans have come to love. And while pacing and technical issues hold it back, it’s a fantastic sequel that fans of the franchise will love.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Much like its updated predecessor RIVEN is an incredible remake of one of gaming's most iconic puzzle games.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    On top of its gripping narrative, expanded weapon variety, and redefined approach to open-world game design, Ghost of Yōtei is a must-play and instant classic on PlayStation 5.

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