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For 116 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 34% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 58% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.9 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
Lowest review score: 50 The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 116
  2. Mixed: 51 out of 116
  3. Negative: 0 out of 116
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
    Donkey and Diddy Kong's return to adventure, alongside their whole family, features refreshed visuals but keeps its gameplay intact. Although this new installment is a full remaster of the original game, Nintendo could have added new levels or greater challenges—especially considering its price point—to attract the original audience with fresh content.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
    The franchise returns bigger and renewed after 13 long years without a full-fledged entry on a main console. While the creation systems across every aspect of the game, along with the different interactions between Miis, are more than funny, what keeps it from fully reaching the finish line is the lack of an easy, official way to share our creations without having to rely on third-party websites.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    LEGO Party!
    LEGO Party isn’t a title that completely reinvents the genre, but it does add a few clever ideas. With well-executed humor, strategy, fair competition, and creativity as its strongest points, it stands as one of the most accessible and entertaining party games in recent years. Sure, it could use more content—but its transformations make every match feel entirely different. When it comes to having fun and competing with friends or family, this game has all the right pieces.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection
    This collection is another step by Capcom in proving that it can bring back the company’s classic gems while still winning over new fans. Without innovating or adding meaningful new content beyond what was already there, the three games and their seven versions are nonetheless well adapted for modern platforms, and the addition of competitive multiplayer is something fans are going to appreciate, even if the lack of Spanish language support and new features may leave more veteran players wanting more.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Crimson Desert
    An ambitious yet uneven open-world action RPG. Crimson Desert stands out for its polished visuals and an exploration system built around discovery and learning. Even so, its slow pacing, steep learning curve, and generic protagonist hold it back. It won’t be for everyone, but it still knows how to reward patience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Avowed
    Although the land of Eora is colorful and large, it doesn't quite fulfill what many of us were looking for: a modernized Skyrim. Even with its unique mechanics and richness of characters, it fails to keep the player fully captivated like other similar titles do. When it comes to entertainment, it delivers, but without that extra element that makes us stay for more hours, as happens in other memorable RPGs.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mario Tennis Fever
    Mario Tennis Fever is undeniably a fun game—if you know how and when to play it. If you’re looking for something to play solo, on the go, and as a serious sports-style challenge, we can tell you right away: this one isn’t for you. But if what you want is a game that delivers good times (and just enough friendly competition) with friends at home during a get-together, Fever doesn’t let you down. That said, it’s up to you whether it’s worth your money and your time, because it doesn’t bring many truly new ideas to the table if you’ve already been playing—or you already own—other tennis games.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Patapon 1 + 2 Replay
    Rhythm, gameplay, frustration, and strategy are the key elements in this port of a PSP classic to modern platforms. While some extra levels or quality-of-life improvements would have helped ease the tedious item grinding, this adaptation meets expectations—but offers nothing new for longtime fans of the franchise.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Marvel's Spider-Man 2
    It's a shame that such an incredible game like Spider-Man 2 is hampered at launch by technical issues. It's also regrettable that, considering it's a AAA title from a PlayStation studio, it isn't performing optimally upon release. Once everything is patched, the game will truly be worthwhile. With that said, Spider-Man 2 is undoubtedly one of the most fun experiences you'll play on PC this year and the best superhero video game in a long time.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army
    The story of Raidou Kuzunoha XIV was highly anticipated by fans, and it delivered on all its promises. With visual and audio improvements, smoother combat, and a graphical quality on par with Atlus' latest titles, the demon summoner’s adventure lives up to the expectations and even surpasses them for those eager to experience it on modern platforms.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
    The new installment of the world’s fastest hedgehog feels light, satisfying, and—above all—fun and family-friendly. With very little to criticize, the game not only checks all the boxes of the genre but surpasses them through its variety of characters and customization options. The music, the races, and the overall atmosphere perfectly capture Sega’s golden 90s era.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rematch
    While modern sports video games focus on realism and official licenses, Sloclap goes back to basics with Rematch, a football title that prioritizes gameplay above all else and distances itself from the pay-to-win model that has become common in the king of sports.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    South of Midnight
    South of Midnight offers a singularly unique visual and thematic experience. Its stop-motion artistry and Southern Gothic atmosphere, alongside its magical combat, truly make it stand out. Compulsion Games delivers a captivating and innovative action-adventure reminiscent of American McGee. While some of its gameplay mechanics might feel rooted in a previous era, the adventure itself remains a compelling experience that is well worth visiting.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pokemon LeafGreen Version
    The arrival of these two classics in today’s market could be a big plus for players who are just getting into the Pokémon world and want something different from the Let’s Go games. It’s also clearly aimed at those who already completed them back in the day and want to relive those memories—but without a double-speed option to make things move a bit “faster,” it might also bring back some not-so-great memories, thanks to how long the animations take and the lack of the quality-of-life features present in modern entries.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties
    Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties is the most faithful—and, at the same time, the most contradictory—remake in the entire saga. It pulls off something that feels almost impossible: modernizing a game whose very essence was slow and contemplative. It improves the areas where it hurt the most (especially visuals and combat), adds a new storyline to patch its gaps, yet it can’t (and doesn’t want to) change its core as a “yakuza dad” simulator.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Tingus Goose
    Tingus Goose is an idle game that blends classic mechanics with a deliberately grotesque, absurd aesthetic. The player watches and manages the progression of a goose whose growth, reproduction, and mutations generate resources that can be reinvested. It’s a passive, observation-driven experience, and its weird sense of humor and slow pace make it a niche pick—best suited for players who enjoy experimental takes on the idle genre.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pokemon FireRed Version
    The arrival of these two classics in today’s market could be a big plus for players who are just getting into the Pokémon world and want something different from the Let’s Go games. It’s also clearly aimed at those who already completed them back in the day and want to relive those memories—but without a double-speed option to make things move a bit “faster,” it might also bring back some not-so-great memories, thanks to how long the animations take and the lack of the quality-of-life features present in modern entries.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Sims 4: Enchanted by Nature
    Enchanted by Nature is a visually stunning and detail-rich pack that introduces fairies as a new occult type and embraces a whimsical, fairy tale-inspired aesthetic. While it brings new mechanics such as natural living, a luck system, and magical afflictions, its gameplay feels limited if you're not drawn to the role of mystical creatures. With a high price tag and few options beyond the magical theme, the expansion may feel more restrictive than expansive.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mafia: The Old Country
    Mafia: The Old Country isn’t a bad game, and it shines in its artistic and graphical aspects. At times, it reaches photorealism and captivates with its cinematic approach—its lighting, camera work, landscapes, music, and historical setting are all top-notch. However, on the narrative and gameplay front, it shows inconsistencies that prevent it from fully taking off. Even so, if you’re a fan of mafia stories, this is definitely something you’ll want to play.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gears of War: Reloaded
    Marcus returns to action with improved performance, gameplay refinements, and the same gripping story from 2006. With remastered character models, soundtrack, and voice acting, the game feels both as good and as nostalgic, whether you play solo or with friends. It’s a solid effort by the developers to preserve the essence of the original while elevating it through new technology and modern platforms.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Life is Strange: Reunion
    Life is Strange Reunion could be the franchise’s definitive reunion with its fans. Playing as Max and Chloe, with their distinct personalities and clearly differentiated gameplay styles, is a lot of fun. The story is intriguing; however, it also feels somewhat exclusionary: you can play and enjoy it without having played the previous titles, but you will undoubtedly miss a lot. On top of that, we feel the game never fully takes off on a graphical or technical level.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Shadow Labyrinth
    Although the Metroidvania genre has evolved over the years—with many titles attempting to break the status quo—Shadow Labyrinth plays it safe, merely checking off the boxes expected of the genre. As a transmedia product, it works to a degree, but it never truly completes the circle. Much like its main character, it feels like a pizza missing a slice.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Battle Train
    Fun, ambitious, and complex—even if the core idea feels a bit overused. With so many roguelike card games out there, Battle Train manages to stand out thanks to its humor, vibrant visuals, and a difficulty curve that ramps up without warning. Meeting new NPCs and unlocking fresh cards with each run keeps the experience engaging and prevents it from feeling repetitive.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Darwin's Paradox!
    Konami’s ability to make us grow attached to an octopus while mixing stealth and puzzle-solving brings back memories of when the company was willing to take risks. Darwin feels comfortable from the start, easy to understand and, above all, fun, with a fresh idea that feels straight out of the sea. The music and art enhance every moment, and in its most tense sequences the game uses them to deliver a more-than-entertaining wordless story across its nearly six-hour runtime.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy
    The Sims 4: Dynasties and Lineages offers a world rich in storytelling and an innovative noble career path, but loses momentum due to reused content, bugs in the scandal system, and a Build/Buy mode that does not justify its status as a full expansion.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Everybody's Golf Hot Shots
    Everybody’s Golf Hot Shots returns with all its quirky charm, colorful characters, and anime-style antics. It offers a solid multiplayer focus but is held back by technical shortcomings, slow progression, and a rather simple visual presentation. It’s ideal for longtime fans of the series or players looking for a laid-back golf arcade experience—just don’t expect too much depth.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    King of Meat
    It's a gem for those who love party games or creative titles like Super Mario Maker. Its mix of action, clever puzzles, and an easy-to-use level editor guarantees hours of fun, whether playing with friends or designing traps to torture them. The animations, dry humor, and near-infinite replayability make it one of the most fun party games of the year.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Commandos: Origins
    Commandos: Origins plays like a true sandbox experience. Here, the player must come up with their own solutions and overcome obstacles. At all times, the game encourages experimenting with different ways to tackle each challenge—and most importantly, to think through every move.The missions are well-designed and the enemies are intelligently placed, making the return of Commandos a compelling and challenging entry in the real-time tactics infiltration genre. That said, the game does have some technical shortcomings, particularly when it comes to controls and certain gameplay mechanics.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    High on Life 2
    High On Life 2 goes for more action and snappier movement while keeping its absurd humor and irreverent identity, even if it doesn’t fully recapture the original’s fresh impact. The addition of skating and new abilities brings real depth to both combat and exploration, while its straightforward, continuing story does the job without taking many risks. Fun and true to its core, though it can feel a bit repetitive.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pokemon Legends: Z-A
    The franchise continues to grow and evolve in the right direction, even if it sometimes feels held back—whether by technical limitations or a reluctance to take risks. Despite these drawbacks and visuals that aren’t particularly impressive, the adventure remains genuinely fun, filled with activities and dynamic exploration. It preserves the signature mechanic of capturing creatures stealthily or engaging in large-scale battles, offering players multiple ways to approach encounters. The storyline stands out as one of the best in recent years, and by breaking free from the traditional turn-based combat system, the game opens the door to fresh and exciting gameplay experiences.
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