Console Gameworld's Scores

  • Games
For 481 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 72% higher than the average critic
  • 3% same as the average critic
  • 25% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.7 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 Braid
Lowest review score: 15 State of Emergency 2
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 29 out of 481
481 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A good puzzle game that disappoints with its many faults, but can and should be appreciated for it's unique gameplay.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The level of fun wears thin fast in this game, making it suitable for short increments of play if you’d like to keep yourself from becoming bored. It’s easily the worst in the BK Games Series.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Test Drive Unlimited is certainly in the upper echelon and offers an overall quality experience that is perfect when you're on the go.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    All things considered, this game offer more value than a puzzle book for those who are interested in sudoku. It's not flashy, but it offers a lot of puzzles and the extras are useful. If you're a sudoku fan or you're looking for a good puzzle game, I'd recommend checking out Dr. Sudoku.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    An acceptable game that is worthy of its low price. I highly recommend this to younger gamers and anyone who was a fan of the show.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Gives pinball fans access to some of the most popular and beloved pinball machines of all time, fully recreated in all their glory in digital format.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A surprisingly detailed game that will provide hours of enjoyment for those seeking a bit more depth than your typical naval warfare game.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A fun action game that improves on flaws of the previous turtle games. This is definitely worth a weekend rental or purchase for turtle fans!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It is just plagued by mindful tedium and an uninspired battle system that prevent it from breaking the shackles of mediocrity and soaring to glory. It pains me to give Spidey 2 such a bad review, since the game's saving grace of web-shooting clearly showed that the game had serious potential.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Blood, gore and lots of body parts make up ninety percent of this game and for this kind of an FPS, it should. This game is a nice little shooter that shouldn't be passed over without being given a second glance.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you have some Olympic fever left over and don’t feel like shelling out for a certain Olympic game featuring two very popular gaming mascots, then New International Track and Field may be worth diving into.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    For veteran RPG fans, it’s a typical RPG with a few fancy innovations so many won’t be as impressed. But if you want to save the world from havoc (again), here’s your chance.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The combat is fabulously old school, and when stacked against traditional 2D fighters, King of Fighters Maximum Impact easily holds its own.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    An enjoyable game with easy difficulty and short levels.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    While the game is fun, it just may not have the gorgeous graphics and complexity of control to keep gamers coming back for more. However, it’s not often you find a game you can share with random passerby #47.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you're looking for a short diversion from other FPS titles, this will interest you for a little while, but you're not likely to be wowed by it in any way.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    While Summon Night: Twin Age is a perfectly acceptable dungeon crawler, it has nothing that makes it particularly compelling.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you got some competition in your area, you might want to look into getting a copy of Mario Hoops because the game is tailor made for multiplayer. If not, stick with a rental.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's not a bad game, but it's not something everyone will enjoy. Price point is slightly high if you consider its lack of depth. Try the free demo first.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ultimate Team mode is an absolute blast.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A good choice for gamers with young daughters, or Nintendogs fans who can't get enough.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pick this one up if you know some of your friends are going to also. It's fun in multiplayer mode. Otherwise, be sure to try the demo before you grab the full version.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Its artsy nature may not appeal to everyone, but there's no denying its many charms. For a paltry 10 bucks, it's a good value and an original experience.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for an interactive mobster story, you’ll enjoy this game, but don’t expect the same sense of freedom and humor found in similar titles.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A great entry point for fans of the sport and those looking to learn the ropes. At a bargain price of $20, it's worth checking out.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy I Anniversary for the PSP is a must purchase for fans that may have missed out on previously released versions.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    While lacking in many areas, Star Fox Command is easily the best Star Fox game in years.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    As enjoyable as any of the FIFA incarnations, but it just has not reached the level of simulation that hardcore soccer hooligans are looking for.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    As a single player experience, Amped 3 shows lots of humor, creativity and diverse gameplay. Gamers will easily lose three hours in a sitting, trying to unlock additional challenges and courses.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    While DDR fans may be a bit put off by the “natural” layout of the buttons, the stellar music and fun graphics will have you making room on your floor for a new dance pad.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    PQ is a great addition to the PSP library but falls flat on replay value. It’s unique enough to merit everyone to at least play it once.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    If you've played The Sims before, there’s nothing here that will grab you by the short hairs and make you take notice.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Those who loved previous Thief games will equally enjoy the latest title, though it is by no means innovative.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It's obvious that Razes Hell is a budget title, but it's also obvious that Artech has done some really good things here.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Game play can become repetitive quickly, so only those who dream of joining Her Majesty’s Secret Service, or implicitly trust the quality of EA games need apply.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    The product as a whole feels uneven and rather low-bugetish, but as promised it delivers aerial combat which is both exhilerating and explosive.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    All positives are undone by nasty technical problems like huge load times, slower than snail mail gameplay, and a story that wouldn’t hold the attention of a lobotomized bag lady.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Offers witty dialogue to keep the story moving along and has some replay value. Young gamers who are fans of the movie may enjoy this one.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Brave Story isn’t for everyone. The storyline drags along at a snails pace and the lack of customization options doesn’t benefit the replay value.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    NASCAR '08 is not a bad game in any sense of the term, but neither is it fantastic. If you're a racing fan or a NASCAR fan there's stuff to like here and even if you don't care for NASCAR itself it's still a competent ride.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    The Cube version lacks innovation, is disappointing and is almost a complete copy of the GBA version.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    One player will have fun with this for a week and then realize they need to find some friends.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    The controls were not perfectly translated to the PSP, and the loading times are just too much of an annoyance. These factors make the game much less appealing than it otherwise would be.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    Lionel Trains: On Track is a fun on-the-go sim that will keep you entertained and has a good degree of replay value. It doesn't have the best graphics or sound, but pick it up if it's cheap.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles may be worth a look for fans of the franchise or those who played this baby in the arcades all those years ago, but many modern gamers will be turned off by the ugly graphics and repetitive gameplay.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The best of the Legends bunch, but Showdown – a title packed with potential – is a disappointing letdown.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A mediocre follow-up to the original Champions of Norrath. Good, but not $50 worth of good.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A good motocross game that qualifies as a rental for everyone, and a purchase for those that truly love the sport of dirt bike racing.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    On a fundamental level, there is nothing wrong with Pac-Pix. Where it falls apart is just the fact that it doesn’t provide enough substance. It feels like exactly what it is – a stretched-out tech demo.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mutant Nightmare isn't going to blow anyone away, but it can provide a bit of entertaining ninja action when you just need something to occupy your time.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For a full game, Prologue is lacking very highly. Yet for its lower price, and the knowledge that it isn't the full game and is only a taste of what's to come, we're left embittered and wanting more, better, and sooner.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The real draw is online play, and friends will have a blast ramming each other into the walls.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The newest in the Splinter Cell series is a fairly solid game, but lacks a bit of polish, and won't appeal to everyone.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A decent casual title, as long as you don't go expecting another Tetris DS. Ideal for puzzle fans.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Not a full game, but nonetheless surprisingly polished and only costs $20 with the Wii Zapper.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Helix has the potential to be a better title in future incarnations, but for now you’ll just have to enjoy the music and dance to the beat of your own drummer. Get it for the music!
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A lot of style with very little substance makes Grave a dull boy.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Puzzle Guzzle is weird, but it’s a feature-packed bargain at 20 bucks. If you’re a fan of puzzle games, it’s worth the money despite its oddball quirks.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Targeted towards fans and hardcore gamers, Armored Core 4 does well what it sets out to do, yet may leave casual gamers looking for something else.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The bottom line is that Battlefront is an A-list rental; great for a weekend of Star Wars geekery with a bunch of friends, offering solid fun for the first four or five hours. After that, well, to impersonate Yoda: whether or not to own it you will want, only the future will tell.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An average shooter that has the ability to be great, but misses out by not using its namesake correctly.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Try the Mario baseball game for cute, or a more realistic MLB title for robust realism.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rather than focus on a cleanly executed adventure game, the designers poorly implemented a number of unnecessary gameplay mechanics like combat and stealth.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Great for friends looking for a fun co-op distraction, but the repetitious play and unsatisfying solo play make it mostly undesireable for the rest.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Budokai Tenkaichi 2 provides an authentic Dragonball Z experience fordie-hard fans, and a decent at best fighting game for the rest of us.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Hardcore RPG fans that are willing to overlook Wild Arms 5’s obvious faults will likely still get enjoyment out of the title. For everyone else however, there are much better RPGs on the PS2 that are more worth your while.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While you certainly won’t be disappointed with the quality of the conversions or the usability of the collection, the game's prolonged existence has almost deliberately been removed by the addition of infinite credits.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An enjoyable game, but it offers few new features. It doesn't quite live up to the standard set by games such as Metal Gear Solid and Splinter Cell. There are no major problems with the game, but no major breakthroughs either.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you’re a hardcore Guitar Hero fanatic and money and value are of no issue to you, then by all means pick up this expansion pack. Anyone else though should be advised to wait until the price drops down to a reasonable level.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Die hard golf gaming fans may get some enjoyment from ProStroke Golf, but there's not much here to excite the average gamer.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    All in all this is the best Star Trek game released so far, but that's not saying a lot. Still, Legacy is a decent effort and hovers somewhere between "good" and "average."
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A solid racer, held back somewhat by the failings of the original Nintendo 64 game that were carried over to this Nintendo DS port.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite its lack of visual polish and dearth of inspiring courses, it remains a viable budget alternative to more expensive games like "Burnout 3" and "RalliSport Challenge 2."
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Puzzle fans will likely enjoy this quirky title, though others would be better off trying before buying.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Silent Hill and survival horror fans will like it for the most part. But if you played the original on PSP, there's not really any pressing reason to go through it again.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A game high on polish, but lacking in substance and only recommended for hardcore Snicket fans.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Takes the staid and often haughty overtone of its titular sport and gussies it up with breast implants and potty humor.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Call of Duty: Roads to Victory offers the bare bones of a COD title, but the concessions that had to be made to bring the franchise to the PSP make the game something of a bore to play.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a good DBZ fighter, go to your nearest bargain bin and pick up Budokai 3. If you’re looking for the ultimate Dragonball Z simulation game, go pick up Budokai Tenkaichi 3. Both games are cheaper and provide better gaming experiences than Burst Limit.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    It’s got a badass main character with an interesting back story, amazing presentation values, and all of the outer makings of a AAA title. Unfortunately underneath everything on the exterior lies uninspired level designs, repetitive combat, and mostly boring gameplay.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    This is an average-at-best game, better than many for kids and Wallace & Gromit fans should at least give it a look, but there’s nothing here that you can’t live without.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Overall, the single player game gets old pretty fast. Contrary to popular belief, it's not that satisfying to top "Allan Shortt's" score of 123. The multiplayer mode offers more entertainment for serious puzzle fans, but other gamers will probably tire of the game quickly.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    If you’re a die-hard Cooking Mama fan, or are looking for a DS game for your 7-year-old daughter/niece who likes cooking, then I would heartily recommend Cooking Mama 2. Anyone else though would be better advised to save your thirty bucks for one of the many other good games that have come out in November.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Konami needs to go back and re-think the direction of this series. A somewhat disappointing hardcore hack and slash game for fans of pure action.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    LarryBoy and the Bad Apple for the GBA is clever and fun but also far too short, and is best suited for younger/inexperienced gamers.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Levels are too short; controls leave something to be desired.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Sadly, Activision’s second installment in the True Crime series is a big disappointment that begins with the storyline and ends with almost everything else.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Crash's fourth journey on the Xbox isn't as fantastic as Crash Twinsanity but at least there is some effort to put forth a quality title.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    There are so many problems caused by pure sloppiness that it is difficult to recommend it. However, if you are willing to overlook the terrible controls and lacking extras and sub-par interface, Metal Slug Anthology can provide a very rewarding experience.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    I liked playing this game, despite getting frequently frustrated at all of the missed opportunities and poor design choices.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The things that Godfather: Mob Wars does, it does well. There just should have been more similarity to the console version.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    While Marathon: Durandal has its feet planted firmly in classic gaming history, the gameplay just doesn't work by today's standards.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Fun for a little bit, but even die hard fans of the genre will be put off after an hour or so.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It’s a game with a good idea but too many flaws in its execution to be very enjoyable.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It’s a healthy change of pace for the series. However, these moments fade out fast as you find yourself repeating levels over and over just so you can move on.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A flawed first person shooter, marred by an incredibly frustrating control system, coupled with a dull combat experience.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Features a fresh storyline and a great soundtrack along with excellent cut scenes. Unfortunately, Getting Up is also plagued by terrible gameplay.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Contact offers a refreshingly unique experience, but it certainly is not for everyone.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Overly difficult gameplay for an arcade game. A solid title that the majority of people will simply find too hard. Anyone looking for a real challenge will find it more than enough.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's like "Tiger Woods PGA Tour" but worse.

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