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For 86 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 55% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 40% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.3 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
Highest review score: 100 The Caribou Trail
Lowest review score: 50 MLB The Show 26
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 86
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 86
  3. Negative: 0 out of 86
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time
    The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time has been a hard review for me. On the one hand, this is a game paying tribute to the classic RPGs of the late ’80s and the ’90s. On the other hand, it’s an indie puzzle game that draws inspiration from influential indie games of the past few years. On the other hand, this is a gaming experience we all have that’s so unique and personal, it is sure to be something you’ll either love or despise. A jarring story-within-a-story premise, and the fact that this is a puzzle wearing an RPG and an FMV are likely to cause some to say “I’m out.” For those who stick around, there’s an intriguing experience that honours what has come and is sure to inspire what comes next.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Star Fox
    Star Fox feels like it’s on the cusp of relevance again with this masterfully done remake of an iconic classic. The same and familiar action from the original is wonderfully realized for the Switch 2 and adds more nuance, fleshed out cutscenes, and all the wonderfully weird secrets fans can expect to uncover.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bluey's Quest for the Gold Pen
    If you have little ones in the family who have some experience with games and a handle on how to use a controller, I think Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen is a no-brainer. It does a fantastic job of introducing new mechanics to a less experienced audience and doesn’t create any high-pressure situations that could lead to frustration. While I was never on the edge of my seat with excitement or intensity playing this game, I knew I didn’t need to be. Instead, I was taken by the charming nature of the characters, the storytelling, and the overall gameplay, which kept me engaged even if it wasn’t the most complex thing I’ve played in recent memory.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Phonopolis
    Phonopolis really is like nothing I’ve seen before. If you think back to the days of Pixar and Toy Story, Jurassic Park, and early stop-motion films, the wonder and amazement the public had over those accomplishments should be seen here as well. The pure creativity and craft at work is the real draw. The gameplay isn’t anything too unique and isn’t all that complex most of the time, but it is still a good time. I came for the presentation and artistry, and stayed for what they brought to the table. Phonopolis is a perfect, shorter, and charming adventure I can easily recommend.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
    The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales could've been the next big action RPG, instead, it feels like a lesser version of a game you've played before.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Voidling Bound
    Voidling Bound could be a real sleeper hit for me. I know the gaming lineup in 2027 is extremely stacked right now, but I think this is a fantastic game to jump into for some light challenge, unique sci-fi ideas, and incredible variety. The game controls well, has well-designed and well-realized planets, and features Voidling creatures that are always fun to play. Voidling Bound offers plenty of opportunities to explore fresh RPG mechanics, which I had a fantastic time learning and mastering.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next!
    Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! includes much of what you might expect and have seen before, but there’s still plenty of flashy, colourful fun to be had. It all feels good to play, with the real standout coming from the large roster of Nick toons, new and old. It’s pretty great to see Rocko, CatDog, and Invader Zim dash around the courts and all with their own fully voice-acted on-court quips. It’s not the deepest or biggest arcade sports game available, but it’s a pretty fun time.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rune Dice
    Rune Dice is another roguelike with sneaky-good mechanics under its unassuming hood. The simple nature of tossing dice and increasing their value is surprisingly satisfying. The game offers a whole lot of variety through the dozens of heroes and dice you’ll unlock, adding to a satisfying gameplay loop. Runs never last too long, and the difficulty curve is nearly perfect. Rune Dice brings something new to the roguelike table and looks and plays great on both the go and on a big screen.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
    Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is a remarkable achievement for Square Enix. As far as ports go, a lot of under-the-hood wizardry is required to get a game of this magnitude to run on the hardware and even more experience to get it to run well. There are clear visual compromises, but be aware of the visual drawbacks before considering where to play this game. And don’t get me wrong, this game is still pretty stunning, and it plays well.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    007 First Light
    IO Interactive’s 007 First Light is easily the best Bond game we’ve seen. Rare’s GoldenEye 007 was momentous when it launched, and it’s stuck around the zeitgeist because it was a portal into Ian Fleming’s world of shaken martinis and spy thrills we’d never seen before. What 007 First Light feels like is a playable, limited spy series that transports the player into a gripping and memorable espionage story.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Echo Generation 2
    It may not be the deepest and most complex deck builder and RPG out there, but Echo Generation 2 has a ton to offer. The game's story is a fantastic sci-fi epic that lands nearly all of its themes and ideas, and the core gameplay loop is a lot of fun.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mina the Hollower
    Mina the Hollower proves that time, effort, and attention to some of the smallest details goes a long way. Mina is a great new hero that controls incredibly well in a difficult but rewarding 2D adventure.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    NITRO GEN OMEGA
    Overall, NITRO GEN OMEGA is a solid mech tactical RPG. The combat takes a bit to get going, but it is fun and full of hyper-animated moments that look amazing. The team building and social systems are solid, making you care about your motley crew of pilots and their interpersonal relationships. It has some really cool moments that get weighed down by grinding and repetitive battles. It has its moments, and with some rougher patches smoothed out, it has a lot of potential. NITRO GEN OMEGA is a fun adventure for anyone looking for a new, flashy mech RPG.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tales of Arise - Beyond the Dawn Edition
    Tales of Arise - Beyond the Dawn Edition is finally on the Switch 2, but not without concessions. The current-gen ports are undoubtedly the best way to play Arise if you have access to them. For those in the Nintendo ecosystem, you'll find better ports available. Really, though, this port is for those who missed out five years ago and now have a shiny new device that needs games, and frankly, that's justifiable enough to me because overall, Tales of Arise is a good game, only undercut by a few odd choices.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
    LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is everything a Batman fan would want. It honours the character, his rogue gallery, allies, and world with success. Whatever your favourite iteration of the Caped Crusader is, you can play as them. As a LEGO game, it is easily the most advanced and impressive we've seen yet. I haven't had this much fun with a LEGO game in a long, long time, and here I am, over the moon, elated by how coherent and fleshed-out Legacy of the Dark Knight is.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bubsy 4D
    Nine lives later, Bubsy 4D does the best it can to revive a nearly forgotten franchise. The game may not be purrfect, but it's a big first step in reviving this snarky feline's 3D platforming adventures.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
    Yoshi and the Mysterious Book varies from its predecessors by focusing on a sense of discovery. Each chapter in Mr. E's book is filled with wondrous creatures, and every encounter with them as Yoshi provides something new to learn and experience. The more I played, the less I cared about the absence of lives or health; I was far more invested in doing my best to learn about the remarkably cute creatures in front of me. And that's what makes this adorable adventure charming: the familiar mechanics paired with relaxed platforming for everyone.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies
    ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies is a fantastic, dark, but also funny sci-fi spy story that hooks you and doesn’t let go. It gives you a lot of room to solve situations and build your own Sick Crew, for better or for worse. The new action sequences keep you on your toes and every narrative turn locks you in for the ride. ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies proves ZA/UM can still create meaningful, deep experiences.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 6
    Ever the safe driver when it comes to gaming, Playground Games rev their engines on yet another Forza Horizon experience that is both safe and still committed to racing ahead at the pace of good game development. Like the country that it visits on this road trip, Forza Horizon 6 is structured, ordered, and nearly accident free.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The Caribou Trail
    The Caribou Trail is a game that should be taught in schools. It teaches the facts of a battle that is too often not well known to most of us Canadians, solely because a group of us took part in it before they were Canadian. And it manages to tell this story in a way that is both happy and optimistic as well as fearful and sad.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Call of the Elder Gods
    Call of the Elder Gods delivers a worldwide adventure with a tinge of mystery, crafting an experience which exceeds its predecessor. Aside from some pacing issues, the puzzles, the characters, and the story are elegantly pieced together. I came away satisfied by all accounts. The attention to detail, the excellent puzzles, and strong performances elevate this Lovecraftian adventure.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
    Concessions aside, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for the Switch 2 is impressive. The globe-trotting adventure takes Indy on another mystical quest, and one that’s worthy of the films at that. New characters and locations help this story feel fresh at times, and the exploration and puzzles are equally important in delivering the ultimate fantasy of being the beloved treasure-hunting archaeologist who’s been a staple of cinema for nearly 50 years.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Directive 8020
    Directive 8020 is the start of a new season for the Dark Pictures anthology, and it’s’s off to a good start. The massive leap from Earth to space effectively gives us a way to experience terror and mostly works. Still, it’s often undone by dreadful stealth sections that quickly scuttle the tension due to overreliance on staying quiet. However, for the things I don’t enjoy, Supermassive Games delivers a great game with a great sense of tension.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    MOTORSLICE
    In 2026, Motorslice underwhelms, but for a game designed for the early aughts, it has a lot I could have enjoyed 15 years ago. Despite the simple gameplay, the platforming sections show some appeal, but the rest is bogged down by simple, forgettable combat and unnecessary sexualization of the protagonist. Add in a lack of a narrative, and there’s not enough on offer for players to really enjoy or even remember.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tides of Tomorrow
    Tides of Tomorrow ultimately has some cool ideas, but the gameplay doesn’t live up to them. The story and writing are interesting, but also disjointed because of their design. The story never really felt like mine, more so a reaction to another. This might be mitigated by not following anyone, but that seems to go against the core of what makes Tides of Tomorrow interesting in the first place. Hopefully, DigixArt sticks with the formula and makes something truly unique for their next go-around, built on the foundation introduced by Tides of Tomorrow. It’s an interesting adventure and a new experience, which makes Tides of Tomorrow a worthwhile experience.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mixtape
    Mixtape‘s narrative is beautiful and fleeting; each song is carefully picked, and even though it goes by fast, Mixtape is incredible. The run time didn’t end up being a problem for me, as it feels like an interactive movie with absolutely no bloat or wasted sound. A song can repeat, but the memories you make to it and the people you do it with will never be the same. Mixtape is a celebration of fleeting youth, of the people who help make you who you are, and it is worth every minute.
    • tbd Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Dead as Disco
    Dead as Disco is a stylish as hell story about making a deal with the devil. Though story and world-building here are as obscene your favourite band from high school, it features a satisfying rhythm/QTE gameplay loop that will keep you wanting just one more encore. [Early Access Score = 80]
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Wax Heads
    Patattie Games is the two-person team behind Wax Heads, and I think they’ve created a wonderful experience full of creativity and heart. The game plays like an underdog story and feels inspired by grassroots movements that keep communities together. Living in big cities can be exciting and can open you up to wonderful people and experiences… like a Repeater Records. But it’s often those closest to you that truly make a difference. Wax Heads is a great example of a game that takes its love and care for art and friends and moulds them into something so much more. It’s funny, charming, beautiful, and celebrates what truly makes music and community special and unique.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mullet MadJack
    Mullet MadJack is insane! And I mean that in the best possible way. Its over-the-top approach to almost everything it offers you can feel overwhelming, but there’s no denying just how fun it is to play! Dashing through stages that last mere moments is such a blast that I had a hard time putting down my Switch. It’s a breath of fresh air to play a game that has something to say, but presents it in a style that we rarely see or hear anymore. Mullet MadJack is a wild ride and one that almost every FPS fan should play.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories
    inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories dwells on the small moments that pass by all too quickly. A shift goes by, a customer leaves, a product runs out, a delivery is made — all of these little things come together to create the now. inKONBINI celebrates this, acting as a reminder to slow down and enjoy life for what it is. You don’t need gunshots, a crazy mystery, or an explosion; sometimes, all you need is to be seen in a conversation. inKONBINI isn’t perfect and doesn’t try to keep you in for hours and hours; it’s a small moment that passes by all too quickly, as so much of life does. It made me want to go back to a time and place I’ve never been to, but now it makes up a small part of me. Just like the impression Makoto leaves on those who pass through that small konbini’s doors, inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories has left a small imprint on me, one that I’ll happily carry with me.
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