CNET Gamecenter's Scores

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For 321 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 32% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 63% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 7.5 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 67
Highest review score: 100 Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2
Lowest review score: 10 HBO Boxing
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 51 out of 321
321 game reviews
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The levels are well designed, and the game's weapons are damn cool and pack a real punch.
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Great graphics and sound, tried-and-true gameplay, and wall-to-wall blasting mayhem make this a winner.
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even though it offers the same style of gameplay, its alternate story line, engaging action, and excellent musical score will have you sneaking behind enemy lines until the wee hours of the morning.
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    When you get right down to it, this is the best-looking, best-playing, and most full-featured golf game on the market, bar none.
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The best adventure game we've played in recent years, and an instant classic.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Like all Psygnosis games, Rollcage Stage II is full of eye candy, with flashy graphics and colorful decor up the wazoo.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    From the revamped graphics to the refined gameplay, this is arcade fighting at its best.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yeah, Giants has its flaws, but it's one of the most competent -- and clever -- action games we've laid our hands on,
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even though the gameplay is up to par, the graphics need to keep up with the times.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Not only contains top-notch gameplay, but it's also the most realistic-looking sports game to ever hit a console
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A supremely well-crafted port of the popular coin-op racer that sets a lofty new standard for fidelity and realism in console driving games.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The gameplay is a nice mix of intricate strategy and fast-paced action; online play is an option; and commentators John Motson and Mark Lawrenson are back, accents and all.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The premise is twisted, and the game looks hauntingly beautiful; if only it weren't lacking in a few key gameplay areas, it would easily be one of the most fun, interesting, and memorable games of the last few years.
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The players look and sound cartoony, with gigantic quadriceps and incredibly deep voices.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Great Street Fighter game, but only for purists.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A vivid and compelling portrayal of feudal warfare in the age of the samurai.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Red Alert 2 proves to be one of the finest offerings in the C&C series.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're a die-hard boxing fan, you'll appreciate the extended Career mode and boxer-specific fighting styles. Unfortunately, you won't appreciate the less-than-optimal frame rate.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It may be a "Gran Turismo" clone, but it's still as stunning and immersive a driving experience as you're ever going to find on the Dreamcast
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While weaker in the graphics department than its predecessor, this game still delivers punch.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite the graphical shortcomings, Star Wars Episode I: Battle for Naboo offers some of the best shooter action on the Nintendo 64, especially now that the system is hurting for good titles.
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A beautiful game that comes close to "classic" status, but doesn't quite deliver.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    "MDK2" is a fine sequel to one of the silliest action fests ever.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ends up being a quirky gem in the Dreamcast catalog thanks to rock-solid gameplay, great graphics, and a loopy sense of humor. Best of all, players are guaranteed to see improvement in their typing if they log some time into the game.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While it would've been nice to re-create some of the truly significant aerial engagements of the war, such as the Battle of Midway and the Great Marianas Turkey Shoot, Combat Flight Simulator 2 is nevertheless an excellent game.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A must for fans of arcade-style dogfighting -- provided they learn their way around the bugs and download a critical patch.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Its combination of colorful, accurate cartoon-themed graphics and tight gameplay will have you hootin' and hollerin' all winter long.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For those unfamiliar with the title, this is a chance to check out one of the better console games ever made, warts and all.
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With an excellent story line, interesting characters, dazzling visuals, and distinct soundtrack, Breath of Fire IV is well worth the time of any RPG fan who's looking for a mature gaming experience.
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A wickedly fun game despite some of its visual shortcomings, offering the right mix of killer BMX gameplay with X-Games attitude.
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