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For 351 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 58% higher than the average critic
  • 2% same as the average critic
  • 40% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.8 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
Highest review score: 100 Total War: Three Kingdoms
Lowest review score: 40 Wolfenstein: Youngblood
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 252 out of 351
  2. Mixed: 84 out of 351
  3. Negative: 15 out of 351
353 game reviews
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Asgard's Wrath 2
    An epic game with tons of content.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Silent Hill 2
    Those who loved the original will immensely enjoy stepping back into this dead town. But modern gamers who have no association with the history could likely find it a bit bland compared to today’s more speedy, interactive games.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Nioh 3
    This is an excellent Souls-like title with a unique battle system to mix up the usual formulas. The setting looks immense and gameplay is addictive despite many a death at the hands of gruesome monsters...It's as good a Souls-like game as Elden Ring.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
    But generally Prince of Persia plays simply and well, like an old school arcade button basher.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ghost of Yotei
    The graphics are gorgeous and the world fully realised, making for a breathtaking title to enjoy.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
    It’s a warm nostalgic hug of a game for fans of Indy and well worthy of being the last big hit game to see out the year.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Luigi's Mansion 3
    Luigi’s Mansion 3 acts as an excellent addition both to the series itself and the ever-growing roster of excellent games on the Switch. It’s atmospheric, and will provide fun all the family can enjoy over the course of its relatively short story.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Returnal
    I have thoroughly enjoyed playing Returnal so far and its unique die-and-start-over mechanic, excellent graphics, gameplay and sound all work brilliantly to deliver yet another fantastic first-party exclusive for the PS5.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park
    Overall, for those new to the Wonder game this is a brilliant package, full of gaming content for both the solo player and groups of friends and family. If you’ve already got the original, I’m not sure it justifies another look, especially if you already own other Mario mini game titles like the excellent Mario Party series.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
    You’ll find yourself quickly and expertly tossing pots to distract baddies, stacking boxes and tables for extra height and firing out little green critters to fight for you, while you run around enemies to escape. It’s a joy to play, looks great and an excellently crafted mashup of gaming ideas to deliver a fresh-feeling new Zelda.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Outer Worlds
    Obsidian’s The Outer Worlds feels like a modern-age Fallout title, for better and for worse Although it’s grown out of much of the buggy, janky feeling that its predecessors were known for, it isn’t nearly as expansive as the classics you might remember. It seems that stepping out of Bethesda’s spotlight has raised the production value but limited the game’s depth of content. Still, with quality writing and stellar gameplay, everyone should visit Halcyon’s shores when they get a chance.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
    If you’re new to the Horizon franchise, or if you’re so into it that you’re dying to play the first game again at its very very best, then it is worth a revisit.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
    Jedi Survivor is a true triple-A game in that sense - a lovingly developed Star Wars game that’s improved on its predecessor and packed full of jaw-dropping moments visually and in the joypad. It’s Hollywood popcorn fun at its best, all controllable and with a real edge of difficulty that - rather than frustrates - pulls you back for more, like a good book.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
    Overall, this is a good chance to revisit one of the defining early stealth action games that really led to many future titles’ signature gameplay, like the Hitman and even Assassin’s Creed series. If you’ve played it before there’s not enough here to warrant another pass. But for those seeking a nostalgia hit, or to try a classic they may have missed, it’s well worth a look.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales
    Overall, you do need to remember that this is a glorified addition to the base game and not a totally fully fledged title of the same size as the original. So it is more limited and fans will burn through it a lot quicker. However as a tech demo for the PS5 it’s immense. And for those that love a fresh, modern take on superhero storytelling, this is a brilliant exclusive game for Sony.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Control
    Control interweaves a superlative environment with brilliant combat and stellar map design. I just wish that the enemies were more varied at times and the story was a bit more compelling, but that doesn’t make the game bad at all. Control is a wonderful experience that any Remedy fan or supernatural connoisseur would enjoy.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    PRAGMATA
    Overall, Pragmata is a well balanced dual combat/puzzle solving space game that strikes the right tone between emotional connection and outright fighting challenge. It looks great on console and borrows design elements from past sci-fi space epics to deliver a well-rounded gamer’s game with a distinct style of its own.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Jusant
    Enjoyable but difficult and always unravelling a deeper tale. One of the most unique and lovely games of the year.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Nioh 2
    Though Team Ninja elevates much of the game from the prototypes the original Nioh was playing with, a few design frustrations (boss setups, camera, hostile UI) prevent the game from being the perfect hardcore RPG experience. Don’t let that criticism put you off, though – once you penetrate the frustration, there’s a genuinely captivating and ruthlessly addictive PlayStation great hidden underneath.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition
    Long-time Witcher fans will have a blast reliving their adventures on the go, while those who have yet to step into the hunting boots, luscious locks and scruffed beard of Geralt of Rivia, have the perfect opportunity to get stuck in.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 + 2
    Overall, the game itself plays very much like before. But with the added extras and better visuals the package as a whole is fantastic value for gamers who have never tried a Tony Hawk game before and will be very appealing to those old school players who want to step back in with their on-the-go handheld.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land
    All in, a cracking Switch title. One that doesn’t feel particularly fresh in any area but is done with enough Nintendo charm and style that it’s still a pleasure to play.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Total War: Three Kingdoms
    More than just a good Total War game. Its variety in play, riveting campaign mode and improved performance move it up to one of the best games in the RTS genre.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Death Stranding: Director's Cut
    Overall, this is a full-to-bursting title, even bigger than the huge PS4 original. It looks astounding, sounds great and that immersive feedback in the controller brings this odd sci-fi world to life like never before. If you played the original and feel ‘done’ with it, there may not be enough big tweaks to bring you back for another go. But the upgrade price point is good and it’ll definitely appeal to those gamers who missed out on playing the original and now fancy jumping in on PS5.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster
    Over 200 hours worth of high-quality content, playable at home or on the go, Final Fantasy X/X-2 Collection is a must-buy on the Switch. Those that have played before will happily greet old friends, while those that haven't explored Spira will find just as much to love.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
    Crash 4 is a cracking platform game and an excellent way to start saying goodbye to the current console generation before the inevitable switchover to PS5 and Xbox Series X.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    OlliOlli World
    It’s slick, speedy, plays well and addictive and embraces the weird, wonderful and diverse side of skateboarding culture. This is a game all about going on a road trip with your friends, finding crazy spots, pulling mad tricks and skating everything in sight.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales
    Your mileage may vary based on how well you enjoyed Gwent in The Witcher 3, but if you’ve been looking for a fresh perspective on Andrzej Sapkowski’s dense world and lore then we can’t recommend it enough.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Octopath Traveler 0
    Octopath Traveler O will scratch that role-play itch for gamers seeking a new challenge in the genre this winter. It is a lovely looking title, packed full of hours of turn-based gameplay and a chunky world that you can turn into your own land, albeit with a fairly linear storyline.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gears 5
    Gears 5 is a return to form for Microsoft’s hardcore series, delivering fans the roadie-running, head-bursting, visceral joy that made the franchise such a success in the first place. A few odd design choices can’t dull the sheen of what is a well-produced, well-optimised and truly beautiful piece of brutal, bloody good fun. Gears 5 is well worth a play for anyone that owns Xbox Games Pass, and absolutely worth consideration for anyone that wants to own one of the best Xbox One exclusives of a generation.
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