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For 1,304 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 30% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 62% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 10.5 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 64
Highest review score: 100 Bayonetta 2
Lowest review score: 10 Chimpuzzle Pro
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 331 out of 1304
  2. Mixed: 822 out of 1304
  3. Negative: 151 out of 1304
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    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shakedown Hawaii
    Shakedown: Hawaii brings forth a fun, well-humoured and visually satisfying 16-bit inspired world to a game that despite its good intentions, does not fully tick all the necessary boxes to achieve its entire potential. Mostly because the game feels like it ends too quickly, even though there is still plenty to do but the overall feeling of repetitiveness and a certain lack of challenge make it less compelling and involving than it could be. All that said, this is still a good effort that will keep players enjoyed.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Sinking City
    With an exquisite plot, plenty of intrigue and mystery and very detailed scenarios, The Sinking City can however fall short when it comes to some aspects of execution, namely a control system that doesn't quite feel natural and some visual performance issues, which should not stand in the way of those willing to do some Lovecraftian horror detective work.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Just Dance 2016
    While its online component has lost some appeal and it does not offer significantly more content than its predecessor, the offline challenges and the musical catalogue have improved and in the end, it's a very entertaining and fun piece of gaming for groups.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Toki Tori
    Toki Tori seems to improve with every release and the Wii U version is no exception. The possibility to interact within the Miiverse, as well as Off-TV Play, the rewinding function and the extra levels make this quite an attractive purchase compared to previous iterations of the game. With its low sales-price being the icing on the cake, Toki Tori will make plenty of players glad with their purchase.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Strikey Sisters
    Strikey Sisters is a simple game with a simple formula and a simple presentation...and it works: it's a fun, challenging and high-paced effort which gains an additional appeal in multiplayer and presents itself with a retro art style that fits its premise perfectly. Its plot moments could be dispensed with but they do not in any way interfere with the quality of the gameplay in this work.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rise: Race The Future
    Rise: Race the Future is a racing game that reverses the trend towards complexity and realism and exchanges it for simplicity in a work that is mostly centered on driving skills for rather short but demanding challenges. Thanks to its remarkable art style and good selling price, Rise: Race the Future is a good choice for fans of racing games but the lack of a multiplayer experience is its biggest shortcoming.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    RICO
    A first person shooter with a roguelike structure might sound unusual but RICO manages to join the two in a fun and competent way on the Nintendo Switch, resulting in a game that works wonders in short gaming sessions. Being an accessible work, RICO is also a game that will last its players a long time, thanks to its varied content, while the local and online multiplayer will further cement its qualities as an enjoyable FPS in the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Toki
    This remake of Toki brings back an arcade platformer classic to the Nintendo Switch catalogue in an effort that combines a gorgeous visual environment with plenty of nostalgic value. It doesn't go as far as it could, however, as the short lifespan and steep difficulty level make this experience to inaccessible for most players except those looking to revisit this classic.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ikaruga
    While this does not add anything to the shoot'em up classic, it brings this short but frantic challenge to more players as it allows the Switch audience to enjoy one of the most iconic arcade style shoot'em ups of the last two decades, even if less experienced players will find it frustrating.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bravely Second: End Layer
    Bravely Second: End Layer does not live up to its predecessor's standards but this does not make it any less of a good RPG. Its visual environment is superb, it's loaded with content and its lifespan will keep everyone around it for a long time. It also improves on its predecessor's class system, while it falls out with the soundtrack and narrative.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mega Man X Legacy Collection 2
    Mega Man X Legacy Collection 2 brings the remaining four games of the Mega Man X series under one collection and the new game modes and extras are sure to please the fans of the series. However it's also wroth mentioning that the latter four titles carrying the Mega Man X name also mark the series' quality descent and that this collection only allows one save option per game.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Mysterious Cities of Gold: Secret Paths
    While boasting an overall good presentation and pace of gameplay, The Mysterious Cities of Gold: Secret Paths ends up becoming too repetitive despite its compelling beginning. The puzzles are easy to solve and the overall effort is rather simple, which makes this a light-hearted adventure mostly directed at a younger crowd, especially for the followers of the eponymous animation series.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love
    Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love is a point and click adventure that does not overthrow the system but which fulfills most of its production quotas – with its gorgeous artwork and visual environment, absurd and satirical plot and attention to detail, it will get players going around to catch every piece of communist propaganda that Matryoshka produces. Sometimes for a bit too long, as it's easy to slip on something important for the plot development.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Warriors Orochi 4
    Warriors Orochi 4 is ambitious and it's directed at fans of the Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors series. This is where Warriors Orochi 4 stands out the most, as it gives fans an enjoyable and competent gameplay and an immense amount of content to explore. Pity for the visual disappointment, as the game is not living up to its full potential on the Nintendo Switch and it's also not very beginner-friendly, as it can put off those who do not follow the series.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Just Dance 2015
    Just Dance 2015 shows why releasing an annual delivery of this series was not the best of ideas. This does not mean the game is not fun, as it boasts the best soundtrack of the Just Dance franchise, but the short number of new elements and breakthroughs makes this feel like a half-way release which would have been significantly better with more investment in its contents.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Color Zen
    Color Zen is a creative and challenging package of colour-based puzzles at a low cost. Its longevity is surprising for such a price tag but the experience would fit better within the 3DS format than in the Wii U's, running the risk of becoming too repetitive after several minutes.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Yono and the Celestial Elephants
    It would be misguided to see Yono and the Celestial Elephants as children's game. Beyond an obvious appeal to younger players, this game can surprise those older and more experienced through its approach to surprisingly relevant issues. Its difficulty, however, could use a little shake up, as its puzzles can feel too simple and the game's story is too short.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Hey! Pikmin
    Hey! PIKMIN is not an exact conversion of Pikmin to the 3DS but there's nothing wrong with that. Quite the contrary, as this sidescrolling adventure with its own characteristics turns out to be a solid tribute to the main series with its fun and involving adventure and the always heartwarming sense of humour and delightful Pikmin creatures.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition
    Darksiders 2: Deathinitive Edition represents a different but by no means less enjoyable experience than its predecessor. The plot may be very simple but it's competent enough and the game's missions, side quests, plentiful loot and soundtrack all add up to make this an involving and rewarding experience around such a rich, well-crafted effort.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Snake Pass
    Snake Pass brings some very welcome and challenging serpentine fun to the Nintendo Switch, along with memorable audiovisual worlds that will fill the players' eyes and ears. While its camera doesn't always work perfectly, there is no obstacle to its snake-like gameplay and to its snake approach to puzzle-solving that will stand in the way of Snake Pass becoming a memorable game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    L.A. Noire
    L.A. Noire on the Nintendo Switch brings back the best of this criminal investigation game, as its excellent actor performances and facial animation still look impressive. As unique as L.A. Noire is, however, the conversion to the Nintendo Switch also has its flaws and it doesn't add anything too significant to the original game.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Battle Worlds: Kronos
    Battle Worlds: Kronos does its job of a strategy game competently, in a sector that's not very represented in the Nintendo Switch. While some elements are disappointing - the absence of the level creator and of an online multiplayer component are the main ones - the game does a decent work when it comes to its lifespan, combat system and local multiplayer component.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams - Owltimate Edition
    Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams brings its mix of gorgeous artwork, fun and competent gameplay, enormous amount of content and customizable soundtrack to create an enjoyable platforming experience that is certain to find its place in the Nintendo Switch. In a series that owes its original fame to an instance of copyright infringement, Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams demonstrates that it has made a full transition into maturity and built its own identity.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Spirit Roots
    Spirit Roots is a simple, 2D platformer that should not be underestimated. With a very appealing art style and a good level of challenge on its level bosses, Spirit Roots can be quite enjoyable. On the other hand, once the game is done there's not a lot of reasons to pick it up again but regardless of that, it's a very welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Book of Unwritten Tales 2
    The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 brings back point-n-click adventures to the Wii U in a game that offers well-written dialogues and plenty of humorous situations in the background of a visually rich and polished environment. Despite the lack of interaction through the GamePad, The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 is a game that will certainly please fans of the genre, after the dearth of point-n-click titles over recent years.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quest of Dungeons
    Quest of Dungeons may not be a groundbreaking game or an instant classic but it does its job: it's a fun dungeon crawler, with good skills and combat systems and a visual style which will fit perfectly with the nostalgic crowd.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    We. The Revolution
    With a gameplay mechanic that forces players into deciding on ethical and moral dilemmas, an interesting and involving plot and a top notch presentation, We. The Revolution only suffers from some adaptation issues to the Nintendo Switch, as some of the controls are not intuitive and the size of the text font is too small for the Nintendo Switch screen.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Amnesia Collection
    Amnesia: Collection consists of three of the most remarkable horror games that the industry has seen. While each game in this collection should be seen on its own, this is a very welcome addition to the Nintendo Switch catalogue and even if the first game has some performance issues, fans of horror adventures and anyone looking for a seriously chilling experience will have an unforgettable time with Amnesia: Collection.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Nuclien
    While it could certainly benefit from online leaderboards and some more motivations to play it again once finished, Nuclien shows that it gets things right when it comes to its gameplay mechanics.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times
    The richer plot and content are part of that and the random reward system was a very good bet on stimulating the player's curiosity and engagement. While the handheld experience had potential to take the game in a very good direction thanks to the use of touch screen controls, the small text size on the Switch screen makes it more difficult and there are some combat flaws that don't make much sense. With all that said, fans of the series will find a good bundle of fun in this sequel.
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