Game Chronicles' Scores

  • Games
For 3,050 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 79% higher than the average critic
  • 4% same as the average critic
  • 17% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 77
Highest review score: 100 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Lowest review score: 10 X-Men: Destiny
Score distribution:
3050 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Above all, it seems like Dragon Age II is an experiment. If you're a fan of the first game and expect a direct continuation, either in story or mechanics, you'll be disappointed. If you're not willing to put up with some rough edges and some mechanics that don't quite work as intended, you'll end up having a hard time. But if you're going for a game that has some of the best storytelling in RPGs in a while, or you're looking for a BioWare RPG to tide yourself over until Mass Effect 3, you won't do much better right now than Dragon Age II.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Tales of Vesperia may not be a perfect title or receive a perfect score, but it’s fun, engaging and everything I really want in an RPG.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    A spectacular adventure, and while I was sad to see the online component fail before I even got to login and try it I am glad to see that Cyan is committed to keeping the content alive.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For a game with simple mechanics set in an apocalyptic world dominated by hyper-capitalistic avarice, Greed Corp. is surprisingly fun and lighthearted.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great choice for the Wii. Its many game modes, its realistic controls, sounds, and actions, and its online capabilities all make this game an excellent buy.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Certainly the Eye of the North ended far too quickly for my tastes, and even though I'm a casual PVPer, I would have liked to have seen more PVP content. But on the plus side the expansion did answer some long burning questions about what happened to key characters from the first chapter, as well as continues to offer extended fun in the form of dungeon crawls and mini-games.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Even if you don't normally play strategy games l encourage you to at least try the demo for Anomaly Warzone Earth. It might look like another Command& Conquer or random tower defense game on the surface but there is something truly original, highly challenging, and compulsively addicting with this game. And even if you already own this game on PC or iOS, I daresay the Tactical Trials is worth a double-dip. At only 800 MS points, this is the best $10 you'll spend in the Xbox Arcade this month.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    You owe it to yourself, and your sims, to give them the widest range of human experience currently available.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Just the shot in the arm that EverQuest needed at this juncture. A graphical update would be nice, but the new mission based gameplay and the augmentation system, have really brought my opinion of EverQuest and SOE to a new, higher level.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    A fantastic game that offers dual play modes, challenging puzzles, a progressive character development system, and balanced gameplay that is great for gamers of all skills and ages.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    This is mobile entertainment at its best.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    A quality racing experience with blazing visuals, realistic physics, and an excellent trick system.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Prototype is well worth it and definitely a must have game for any action fan whether it’s on the PC or a console system.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Great graphics and a breathtaking soundtrack put it right at the top of the 2003 holiday heap. Everything in this game comes together beautifully.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As chess games go, Chessmaster is top notch. I was surprised at the challenge and excitement I felt playing Chessmaster. But after a while, it becomes work to play against the AI and until the Xbox Live portion begins to build steam, it's not going to keep me coming back.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 is still the definitive golf game out there, mostly because it's the only golf game out there, mini-golf not withstanding.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    For everyone else who has at least one friend with a PSP and a copy of the game, this is a must-own title that will keep you locked in the throes of classic auto-combat until you, your PSP, or you car runs out of gas.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    While it isn’t anywhere near the improvement of the 360, it still packs quite a punch.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In many ways, NHL 06 really could be considered the best console hockey game to ever hit the ice – that is, if it weren't for the handful of glaring issues that have been with the game for years and EA simply refuses to address, not the least of which is EA's poor integration of online play through Xbox Live.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For hardcore baseball simulation fans, I have no problem recommending MLB Power Pros 2008 – but for families looking for an extension of Nintendo’s incredible Wii Sports, I would recommend looking towards titles like Little League World Series 2008 or Mario Super Sluggers that fully embrace the Wii’s model and functionality.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Yes, It would be nice to have more classic teams, but otherwise everything in this game just speaks volumes about the dedicated development team.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    What the game lacks in AI, balance, and vehicle control it more than makes up for with sheer originality, realistic fire, complex missions, and a level of authenticity only achieved through the collaboration with an international fire consultant.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    I loved the new control scheme that literally allows you to draw your moves, zip to buildings, and engage in exciting combat. There is a great story, colorful graphics, and just a fun time to be had with this latest Spidey title.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Marble Blast Ultra is easy to learn and simple to play, but the increasingly difficult progression of puzzles always manage to throw something new and challenging your way with each new level.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A must-own expansion for tycoon-style gamers, especially if you bought RCT3. It improves the original game enough that you will love the changes, without having to fight the whole new learning curve of the menus again.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Mirror’s Edge is a title that I will not soon forget. In an industry full of sequels and non original ideas, Mirror’s Edge dares to challenge the way we experience first person titles as well as video games as a whole.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Their simplistic yet challenging gameplay make them enjoyable even today as they did over 20 years ago. If you’re a fan of old-school gaming or have never played either of these titles then I highly recommend picking up Final Fight: Double Impact as soon as you can.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Spectacular kill sequences, a cool plot, cooler weapons and great levels all contribute to make this game the best of the Tenchu series, and one of the best first-person stealth games on the market.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A hand-cramping jam on the DS. It looks great, plays great, and has enough meat to keep gamers happy long after the holiday hangover has worn off.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Though it has its frustrating moments, Nancy Drew: Legend of the Crystal Skull is generally an enjoyable adventure game, as well as a more satisfying title than the three games before it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    What really sets it apart from other Simpsons games is that behind all of the quick wit and polished voice acting lies a very, very good game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Regardless of which system or which game you play, you won't find a more comprehensive or fun dancing game out there.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    If you want barely controlled chaos in a bright and awesome sounding package Star Wars Battlefront 2 is for you.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    So if you like to shoot fancy lasers, beam, and pulse weapons, explore strange planets, bounce around the outer hull of the Enterprise, wade through murky swamps, jump across lakes of bubbling lava, or sneak through the gutted remains of a drifting Starship then look no further.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A fantastic shooter that FPS and western fans are going to love.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Traxxpad is an interesting application for creating songs or techno sounding beats. There is something here if you’re interested in creating music on your PSP but this is not for the quick and easy music buff.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    A good family game for rainy days. It is especially good for families with younger kids who wouldn't do well with family games like Scene It.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    As long as you have a spare battery or a power outlet handy Tiger Woods PGA Tour is still a fantastic game, and easily the most realistic simulation of the sport you can play on a handheld. It manages to capture and bring over just about every element from the console version and pack it into the palm of your hand.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I would much rather play an interactive novel than read one, and Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars is a huge step in making that happen.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    At the end of a very long demonic road, I was fairly impressed with Disgaea 3.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    The game we were all hoping Doom 3 was going to be in the first place. It just took a few more months and the help of Nerve Software to get there. The difficulty is much higher now, but with the added power of the double-barrel shotgun and the innovative uses of the grabber, plus the insanely cool artifact gameplay balances out nicely.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    If you're the type of gamer who only gets one or two games each year then Yakuza 4 will certainly keep you busier than anything else coming in 2011. I'm just not sure that the four-part story is strong enough and the gameplay diverse enough to drive all that content.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite some interesting additions to the game's formula and the series' lasting charm, the console version of The Sims 3 takes about as many steps back as it does forward. For PC veterans of the series, there's not much reason to take the dive, unless you want to experiment with karma and the in-game achievements. For the curious who can't or won't play the PC version, however, The Sims 3 maintains enough of the series' high points to be worth a look.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    A fantastic game that offers dual play modes, challenging puzzles, a progressive character development system, and balanced gameplay that is great for gamers of all skills and ages.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ultimately, Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure is a joy to play and a surprising treat that is destined to be the most talked-about game of the holiday season.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    There are enough new changes, small and refined as they are, to recommend this game to the yearly throng of loyal fans who are likely going to buy Madden NFL 12 regardless of what I say. For everyone else, I'd wait until next year and see what happens.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game is easy to learn, fun to play, and quite challenging. There aren't too many quality platform games currently being issued for the GBA, and this fills the void nicely.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Quite possibly the scariest and most unnerving game I’ve ever played.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    The best way I could describe Prototype is a mix of GTA meets Wolverine with a dash of Spider-Man thrown in. I haven’t had this much visceral fun and carnal bloodletting since Wolverine, and Prototype is on an entirely different level when it comes to scale, scope of story, and total originality.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Project: Snowblind is one cool game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Elevates the action genre to new heights while taking the standards of decency to new lows, but in a good way...a British way.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    While you can probably play NWN for the next five years using nothing but user-created mods, there is definitely a level of quality and sophistication about this professional release that makes it worth your hard-earned dollar.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Gameplay hasn’t really evolved that much from the super-hero games we were playing last year, but the presentation sure has.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In what has to be one of the best games I have seen on the Nintendo DS Robocalypse is a great real time strategy game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Astropop is a charming and colorful puzzle game that mixes things up with some anime-style storytelling and even some space shooter action elements to create an original and engaging gameplay experience that will delight young and old alike for months to come.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite being released probably a bit earlier than optimal, League of Legends is still a very solid game that combines many of the fun elements found in RTS, RPG, and online multiplayer PvP games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 57 Critic Score
    The Rabbids are certainly the most endearing characters we've seen in recent years, but their offbeat charm isn't enough to carry this unoriginal and rather stale action-platform title. If this is the future of the Rabbids then they should most definitely go home and stay there.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The Movies: Stunts and Effects is a great addition to an already stellar title. The new features only add to the immense fun-factor and “sandbox” feel you reap from this game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    All in all, Karaoke Revolution Party is a dish best served up with a bunch of friends, a case of beer and a lack of inhibitions.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    To pass it up in favor of something less original would be a crying shame.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The best thing about Contracts is the highly polished gameplay.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Everything you loved about the first game is back and better than before. Sam’s new moves and gadgets are excellent and tightly integrated into the missions so they aren’t there just for the sake of having something new.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Though its charmingly innocent and brightly colored visuals (and its status as a Toys“R”Us exclusive title) may suggest that it’s just another boring kiddy game, don’t be fooled into passing this up.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It’s quicker, fiercer, and more exciting, and the military tactics utilized is something that has been missing from RTS games recently.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Once again, Sony has published an amazing piece of software. MLB 09 The Show is the game that all other baseball games want to be. It's not perfect, but MLB 09 The Show is the best baseball simulation available on PSP.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    While this new version still lacks a lot of the content available on the big consoles it still delivers quality and fun and lots of challenging golf for the gamer on the go.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    If you are the slightest bit motivated, you will probably find a DVD program like P90X will give you much better results. But if you must have a video game style workout program, EA Sports Active 2 is certainly worth consideration.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Lost Planet: Extreme Condition Colonies Edition is by far the best version of the Lost Planet.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    It’s rare and quite refreshing to come by a game that is so unique in every aspect, with such complex characters and such a great story, that I feel the same sense of satisfaction that comes with reading a good novel when I play it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Condemned: Criminal Origins combines a visceral atmosphere; both auditorily and visually, that really does a bang-up job of immersing you into the world of Ethan Thomas. However, this is not the easiest game to pick up and just play on a Sunday afternoon.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It was a fresh and inventive way to experience a stunning graphic novel.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It’s a timeless experience for the entire family.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Serious football players probably won't enjoy this game aside from its humorous elements, but anyone with a sense of humor and a proclivity towards extreme violence and severe bodily injury will have the time of their life.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a solid follow up to KUF: The Crusaders and a welcome addition to the collection of any RTS fan. I wouldn't go so far as to say it's a must have title, but it is a nice change of pace from most of the games currently out on the market.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    I had a great time with Fatal Frame III despite the aging controls and unoriginal gameplay.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 is a solid release for wrestling fans to enjoy, but for the casual gamer thinking about purchasing a new copy, it would probably be better advised to wait to find a used copy or to save the extra dough and get a cheap copy of 2008.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    A blast to play, especially in a group setting, and is almost worth picking up just to hear the polygonal version of Simon Cowell hurl insults at you (and your friends) after your performances.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It’s always nice to get something original on the PS Store, and even though Crash Commando might not be new in concept, the game design is flawlessly executed and the sheer addictive nature of the gameplay and slick online access makes this a must-own PSN title.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    NFL Blitz is great at being what it was originally supposed to be: an arcade football game. It has fun gameplay, good graphics and funny announcers. If you just stick to that, NFL Blitz is worth the $15 cost. If you expect classic NFL Blitz late hits or accurate gameplay you will be disappointed.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Gritty realism aside, no other game has ever grabbed me from the opening level and captivated my interest from start to finish like Call of Duty 2: Big Red One. I literally played this game until I was too tired to play anymore, went to bed, got up, and played it some more.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I have to give props to Reverge Labs for making Skullgirls a really solid fighter that has the potential to rival the bigger fighting franchises. The gameplay is tough, but with the proper willpower, strategy, and in my case a good arcade fightstick, you can have a lot of fun with Skullgirls. The characters are interesting as is the music and atmosphere of the game. If you're looking for a fighter that is truly unique then I definitely recommend downloading Skullgirls for Xbox LIVE Arcade today.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    This is definitely the ultimate superhero experience on the DS, making the most of the dual screen for presentation and gameplay and a valiant attempt at touch screen control.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    From its sense of humor to its finely tweaked gameplay, Armed & Dangerous is a spectacular and engaging game—a third person shooter for fans of the genre or those sick of the recent wave of formulaic entries it has received.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gladius is not for the faint of heart – it demands attention to detail and a willingness on the part of the player to listen to instructions and take time to learn the ropes. Players looking for a Golden Axe-like hack and slash venture will soon find themselves buried in instructions on power ups, tournaments, and character statistics and should probably look elsewhere.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A prominent step in the right direction. The gameplay remains fun and humorous yet it features all the modes and licensing you would expect from the more serious games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Definitely an experience that is best shared, but even if you do find yourself playing alone, you will be able to immerse yourself into a surprisingly deep story and wonderful fantasy world of Asian-influenced culture that is loaded with non-stop and brutal action.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 99 Critic Score
    Modern Warfare 3 is pure perfection in gameplay and graphics, and it's only going to get better as more DLC arrives and the game is refined and balanced as the designers analyze real-time data from all the matches being played. There is no fan base more loyal than Call of Duty, and this game is guaranteed to delight all who play now and in the years to come.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The squad-based gameplay is here but its execution has been greatly simplified making the game much more accessible to the casual gamer and probably a bit insulting to Clancy veterans.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The gameplay saw some nice improvements from the previous title and they only added to the fear factor.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories remains as one of the best PSP games available on that system, and while the PS2 version sneaks in a few technical improvements, it fails miserably in overall visuals, and the removal of the multiplayer modes is unforgivable.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    It is certainly refreshing to have game companies competing without exclusive licenses. It’s great for us and as former Wisconsin and NHL coach Bob Johnson used to say, “It’s a great day for hockey!”
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sonic Colors is hands-down the best Sonic title to be released in nearly a decade, and definitely one of the best titles to hit the Wii in the past year.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Even if you have already played Instincts on the Xbox I can’t encourage you enough to check out the 360 version of Far Cry. The graphical improvements are simply outstanding, especially on an HDTV, and easily approach the quality of the original PC game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This new expansion adds a new level of challenge to the game and a significantly fresh aspect of gameplay, though few new items and ordinary social interactions, so you may want to keep this in mind if you’re considering investing in this particular expansion.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    It is, by a wide margin, the best put together Simpsons game that’s ever been released to the public. It fixes most of what many people found lacking with “Road Rage” and added new and better things to drawn in as wide a demographic as possible.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Everything from the violent visuals, great sound, classic narration, graphics novel presentation, and intense gameplay is back and condensed into one of the best GBA action titles of 2003.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dissidia 012[duodecim] FINAL Fantasy is a unique title has a lot to offer. The sheer amount of things to do, deep customization and fantastic character line-up make Dissidia 012[duodecim] FINAL Fantasy an absolute must for Final Fantasy fans and PSP owners.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood is without a doubt one of the best prequels I’ve ever played. Everything just clicks at the end of the adventure for those who played the first Call of Juarez.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    If nothing else, the changing of the seasons and their impact on your quirky Sims add even more variety and life to an already amusing people simulator.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    This is a great game to test your brain and your dexterity, and with improved load times and a great design where levels only last a minute, Mercury Meltdown is a great title for the gamer on the go.

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