Computer Gaming World's Scores
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For 711 reviews, this publication has graded:
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26% higher than the average critic
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3% same as the average critic
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71% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 13.4 points lower than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 61
| Highest review score: | The Chronicles of Riddick: Escape From Butcher Bay - Developer's Cut | |
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| Lowest review score: | Postal 2 |
Score distribution:
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Positive: 233 out of 711
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Mixed: 287 out of 711
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Negative: 191 out of 711
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The player economy, crafting aspects, and general sociability aren't nearly what they are in a full-fledged MMORPG, and even ArenaNet labels Guild Wars a "competitive RPG." Still, for less-social gamers thirsting for high-octane, real-time online action without a monthly fee, Guild Wars is a solid choice.- Computer Gaming World
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Empire Earth II builds upon many of its predecessor's strengths to deliver a sprawling RTS conquest game that is still remarkably user-friendly.- Computer Gaming World
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The A.I. remains pretty predictable, so most of the single-player challenge is due to the A.I.'s larger armies. Worst of all, there's no PBEM. With battles lasting for hours, multiplayer games are just too difficult to coordinate and play.- Computer Gaming World
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A triumph of art direction, a prime example of exquisite aesthetics and of how well an imaginary world can be beautifully conceived.- Computer Gaming World
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In the end, though, there's just not enough fruit underneath all the rind. If it's an all-in-one medieval strategy game you're after, just Alt-Tab really quickly between "Medieval: Total War" and "Castles II"--that'll come closer than Stronghold 2 does.- Computer Gaming World
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Frightful fun is ultimately obscured by an even more frightful co-op camera. [Aug 2005, p.88]- Computer Gaming World
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Simply put, SWAT 4 is just about the best tactical shooter available. Its outstandingly realistic and gripping play delivers everything a tac-sim fan craves. Now, if you'll excuse me, there are more perps in need of cuffing.- Computer Gaming World
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More monsters to kill and guns to shoot them with. You were expecting, maybe, a love story? [Aug 2005, p.72]- Computer Gaming World
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More so than any other stealth-action game, Chaos Theory really makes you feel like a spy.- Computer Gaming World
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Fast paced and flawed, but ultimately enjoyable. [June 2005, p.88]- Computer Gaming World
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If this game is any indication, the SOG soldiers were blind and deaf, and had the tactical sense of lemmings. [Aug 2005, p.76]- Computer Gaming World
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A fairly standard MMORPG that may be too little too late. [Aug 2005, p.80]- Computer Gaming World
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Proof that not everything made in nine months is a bundle of joy. [Aug 2005, p.78]- Computer Gaming World
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The A.I. is quite good, particularly at the tactical level, where you don't have to baby-sit an army.- Computer Gaming World
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"Dangerous Waters" is a superb modern naval combat simulator but Silent Hunter III is destined to be a Sim Hall of Fam all-time classic. [June 2005, p.94]- Computer Gaming World
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If simulating multiple seasons in a sitting is your dream, this is your game. [Aug 2005, p.85]- Computer Gaming World
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Just when you think the story is winding down, an incredible twist sends the narrative spiraling dramatically in another direction. [May 2005, p.86]- Computer Gaming World
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This is one shooter in which your tactical skills are rewarded more than your ability to line up targets. [June 2005, p.76]- Computer Gaming World
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A solid war game with the worst dialogue and acting ever. [June 2005, p.90]- Computer Gaming World
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Still, given the intensity of the combat, you won't have a lot of time to brood over the sometimes monotonous environments. Somebody deserves credit for making a gritty, Jedi-free Star Wars game without any fruity Force powers or lightsabers.- Computer Gaming World
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There's nothing transcendently brilliant here, but there's enough new stuff to keep you happy. Everyone else, you can keep scratching your heads.- Computer Gaming World
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Like David Hasselhoff's singing career, Settlers is popular in Germany and just sort of barely tolerated elsewhere. [June 2005, p.96]- Computer Gaming World
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Technically great but lacks the heart that makes fans into fanatics. [Aug 2005, p.84]- Computer Gaming World
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Dangerous Waters is a superb modern naval combat simulator but Silent Hunter III is destined to be a Sim Hall of Fam all-time classic. [June 2005, p.94]- Computer Gaming World
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Far from perfect, but far beyond the competition. [Aug 2005, p.85]- Computer Gaming World
