CGMagazine's Scores

  • Games
For 2,615 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 Final Fantasy XV
Lowest review score: 10 Vroom in the Night Sky
Score distribution:
2627 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    While SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide isn’t particularly challenging, it's well-written, consistently fun and fun enough to be enjoyed by Goofy Goobers, young and old.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Marvel's Deadpool VR is a surprisingly faithful interpretation of the character in a game that feels fun to play while offering enough variety to keep players engaged for its 8-10 hour run.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    There is a good game somewhere here in RENNSPORT, but there is far too much that needs work to redeem it at this point in time.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 offers predictable but fun multiplayer, interesting additions to its zombies mode, but a single-player/co-op campaign that’s tedious and too goofy by far.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dispatch is an incredible narrative experience wrapped around an idea so good that it could stand alone as its own game. [Full Series review]
    • 71 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Possessor(s) combines a compelling narrative, solid understanding of Metroid-like design and genuinely fun combat for an experience that is intensely captivating.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Lumines Arise is an accomplishment. By sticking to the base gameplay that made Lumines a staple in puzzle games for the past two decades, Enhance focused on bringing more bells and whistles to the experience while allowing the gameplay to shine on its own. With infectious audio beats and visuals that bleed off the screen, Lumines Arise beckons players to take a night off from the club to stay in. Lumines. With sharp gameplay, crisp visuals, online matches, and many modes and customization options, Lumines Arise is a puzzle gamer’s dream, and it will let you cut the line to get in each time you fire it up.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Ambrosia Sky has an interesting narrative, but squanders it with dull gameplay and amateur storytelling. [Part One review]
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Though not exactly gentle on new players, Anno 117: Pax Romana is not only one of the most stunning city-builders I have ever played, but it is also extremely rewarding.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Overcooked 2 is an essential party game, now made worthwhile on the Nintendo Switch 2 with a version of the game that matches the quality of its other releases on more powerful hardware. If you’ve never experienced the popular party game, Overcooked 2 is an essential must-play for co-op gamers and those looking for a sure-fire party hit.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Arc Raiders combines deep yet accessible mechanics with S-tier sci-fi world-building to deliver the best extraction shooter yet.
    • 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.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Europa Universalis V ushers in what will likely be a new golden age for this grand strategy franchise, even if it currently needs some fine-tuning.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is a triumphant return for the series that brings back the best the series has to offer.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake completes the Erdrick trilogy, bringing with it the definitive way to experience the birth of JRPGs.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Wreckreation feels like a breath of fresh air, or rather, exhaust in a world of overly serious racers, giving player agency and fun the top priority with its robust set of tools and activities that let you tailor how you play the game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bounty Star is a fun mech action game with surprising systems, fun characters, and some light base-building mechanics, but a lack of polish in key places really hold it back.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Lonesome Guild may be a bit simple in its combat and puzzles, but its world and meta-narrative are incredibly touching and deeply captivating.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Outer Worlds 2 feels like it improves upon everything from the first game. The writing is much better, the gameplay feels tighter, and the whole game feels like a reminder of why Obsidian is loved.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted isn’t breaking the mould in gameplay options, and it isn’t flawless, but I have still been glued to my controller since I got it. There is tons to do, the game looks great, and it's the perfect game for families.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Once Upon A Katamari is the first true sequel in the long-rolling series since 2023, bringing with it a plethora of levels and multiplayer action to keep fans pleased while being approachable to newcomers alike.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    PowerWash Simulator 2 is a sequel that tweaks or improves nearly every issue from the original game and provides another zen-like simulation experience that might just make your mind wander.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Jurassic World Evolution 3 is a fun sim with great stories, unique challenges and a sandbox that you can get lost in, all in a game that has the potential to become a favourite sim, no matter what kind of sim you are into.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ninja Gaiden 4 brings a bloodsport of epic proportions to AAA gaming, a must play title for fans of hack and slash, action, and anything ninja.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Keeper takes a straightforward puzzle-based walking sim and elevates it tenfold with an unbelievable level of interactive storytelling.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 is a sequel in name only. A flawed but fascinating action-adventure that might satisfy World of Darkness devotees, but few others.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    With very few options for variety, NASCAR 25 Just doesn’t offer enough in terms of depth.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pokémon Legends: Z-A takes all the elements that made Arceus fun and refreshing and elevates them to new heights with the introduction of its real-time battle system.

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