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
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An average shooter that has the ability to be great, but misses out by not using its namesake correctly.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you are a fan of the Worms series, then by all means pick this one up. You will love it. If you are new to the Worms series, you might want to try one of the 2d ones first.
    • 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.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Activision still has some issues to iron out with this series, but die-hard stealth fans will get a solid challenge and several hours of fun game play.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    A great little platforming adventure that is humorous, well crafted and bubbling with personality.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Graphical upgrades, adjustments to the combat system, new missions, and additional content (there are more warehouses, hubs, rackets and such) make it the version that offers the most bang for the buck.
    • 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
    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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The fun gameplay will draw you in and the extras will keep you playing until you've unlocked them all.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    While the multi-player is much more full-featured than the single-player, Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam is nonetheless a great launch title that makes great use of the Wii.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The game is full of flaws in both game and level design that are sure to push your patience and raise your blood pressure. That being said, when the game works like it should, it is a hell of a lot of fun.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    R-Type Command makes for a great portable game for those who love turn-based strategy games.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Overall this is a really solid game that has the potential to be so much more. Unfortunately the repetitive missions and ho-hum gameplay hold it back.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DJ controls are surprisingly fun.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    It's not perfect, but it's worth a look.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Not a full game, but nonetheless surprisingly polished and only costs $20 with the Wii Zapper.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Its simple learning curve and stimulating gameplay make it a high recommendation for not only Suikoden fans but also to those who are new to RPG/Strategy gaming.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    While there's lots of story and flavor oriented material here that Harry Potter fans will enjoy, the overall game is little more than a laundry list of chores tht Harry must complete.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Don't be fooled, a new year and a new number in the title hardly makes this a new game worth getting. It's time to add new tracks, or new modes, or something other than the same old, same old, recycled game year after year.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Highly amusing, fun combat system but a bit dragged down by the sometimes hard to get used to controls. Online play is great, but lag is sometimes a painful factor against small enemies.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Puzzle fans will likely enjoy this quirky title, though others would be better off trying before buying.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    By all accounts it is great fun and adds a lot to the game, but I don’t know anyone who owns Lost Magic (or a DS, for that matter), and I’m averse to playing with strangers. Still, I’ve gotten a lot of value from my purchase already.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A lot of style with very little substance makes Grave a dull boy.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A good choice for gamers with young daughters, or Nintendogs fans who can't get enough.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Levels are too short; controls leave something to be desired.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shadowrun is far from perfect and the things that are missing will definitely be missed by many, but it is a very fun take on an old FPS formula and offers addictive gameplay that will make you overlook otherwise major flaws in game design.
    • 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.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For $10, you get a great presentation, packing plenty of action, three difficulties, scoreboards, and online play.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    While there certainly are a lot of things that could have been done better with the Xbox version of Mafia, it still remains an enjoyable game.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's like "Tiger Woods PGA Tour" but worse.
    • 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.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    There is a lot of depth with the various gameplay modes and things to unlock to keep you busy.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    An amazing, if in some ways generic, RPG that should easily please almost everyone. It is definitely one of the best RPG’s of this year, if not the best.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    One player will have fun with this for a week and then realize they need to find some friends.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you’ve downloaded Pac-Man, Frogger and the like already, you’ll have more of the same fun with Dig Dug, once you get past the less-than-perfect controls that plague all these games.
    • 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
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Fails to deliver chills and thrills. It relies heavily on a clunky interface and an outdated camera system, and ultimately doesn't stand up to the competition.
    • 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."
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A pretty standard classics collection. On its own it's exceedingly average, but if you've got a soft spot for one or more of these games, the awards might make it worth your time.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    At 8 to 10 hours of game play, it won’t be the toughest challenge on the market, but it’s one of the best television/movie to video game adaptations you will find on the market.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Yet another PSP title that is held back from greatness due to excessive load times. Despite this, it's a must own for RPG fans.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    At 8 to 10 hours of game play, it won’t be the toughest challenge on the market, but it’s one of the best television/movie to video game adaptations you will find on the market.
    • 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."
    • 64 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Wild ARMs XF has potential, but poor mission design and some odd design choices make it mediocre at best.
    • 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.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Casual gamers looking for something fast paced and fun will enjoy this one immensely.
    • 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.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Runs a close second to Pocketbike Racer for best of the three Burger King games, with bumper car fun for gamers of all ages, on- or offline.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    An otherwise solid title plagued by ghastly controls, Super Monkey Ball: Touch and Roll is frustrating at best, its saving grace being a slew of incredibly fun minigames.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A game high on polish, but lacking in substance and only recommended for hardcore Snicket fans.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    It is a fun and skilled gamer experience that requires some learning and patience. You will enjoy Red Steel the first time around, but I don’t see any space for replayability value.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Poor camera angles frustrate the player as they desperately try to figure out ambiguous objectives which usually involve carrying things, crawling around, and drowning.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Great blast from the past, although the experience mechanics could be a bit better. Overall, 2D has never looked so sweet
    • 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.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are jaded by more exciting modern games, this will definitely bore you. Otherwise, it's a great makeover of one of the classically addictive games.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 25 Critic Score
    Take that 30 bones and either buy Tourist Trophy or burn it. Either way it will be better used than if you purchased this garbage.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    Bottom line is that if you love Mario Party, you’ll still love Mario Party 8. If you don’t love the Mario Party games, this one isn’t going to do anything that will change your mind, even with the Wii controls.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    An enjoyable game with easy difficulty and short levels.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Though it tries to emulate many of the signature elements of its peers, it ends up a bit of a disappointment.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 53 Critic Score
    It had great potential, but unfortunately Hef let us down with poor gameplay and a rough finish.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A decent casual title, as long as you don't go expecting another Tetris DS. Ideal for puzzle fans.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    A good game based on a movie. It's no Riddick but it certainly entertains and is designed for fans of the film.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Fighting is rather dull and uninspired. It's often difficult to time your attacks as Spider-Man is unresponsive and doesn't always do what you want him to.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    A by-the-numbers 3D platformer with some questionable design elements, awkward controls, and possibly the only protagonist ever who considers toilet plungers to be a fashion accessory. It’s best suited for inexperienced gamers, or those with high levels of tolerance and patience.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Considering Capcom announced Mega Man Star Force 2 before this game even came out, that should be reason enough to avoid it.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It’s a game with a good idea but too many flaws in its execution to be very enjoyable.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Although clearly not targeted towards the hardcore gamer, this is a great way to revisit some old favorites.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Even though it is supposed to appeal to die hard survival horror fans, most will find this game not only steals the best of their favorite games, but does it badly.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A very well-made sim game on the DS. Solid, fun, and worth checking out especially for animal lovers/younger gamers.
    • 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!
    • 60 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    As good as a derivative puzzler can be. Puzzle Scape won't make you forget Lumines or Tetris, but it will offer enough variety to find a spot in your PSP puzzle game starting rotation.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's like "Need for Speed Underground" meets "Burnout," and it's portable on the Nintendo DS! We highly recommend it.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 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
    • 79 Critic Score
    A no-brainer purchase for hard-core fanboys but still priced a bit too high for everyone else. At least give it a rent for city-swinging fun and to try the New Goblin.
    • 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.

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