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For 7,739 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 62% higher than the average critic
  • 4% same as the average critic
  • 34% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.3 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 75
Highest review score: 100 Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Lowest review score: 1 Legends of Wrestling II
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4,810 out of 7739
  2. Mixed: 2,570 out of 7739
  3. Negative: 359 out of 7739
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The Sims: Makin' Magic
    It's a ghoulishly good time for existing Sims fans. [Dec 2003, p.183]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Urban Chaos: Riot Response
    It's by no means a blocckbuster that can suck away years of your life, but it offers up memorable thrills that you won't find anywhere else. [Ju;y 2006, p.105]
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
    Yoshi and the Mysterious Book plays like a unique puzzle game with Yoshi aesthetics, and the result is a largely rewarding experience that rarely challenged me, but didn’t have a problem delivering the charm.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Hitman: Blood Money
    This series, and this entry in particular, is skating around on charisma alone. [July 2006, p.107]
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    • 57 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor
    The way Stormfront has chosen to apply the new rules of gameplay has essentially neutered the most exciting part of 3rd Edition. [Nov 2001, p.127]
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword
    I like the combat and the mechanics, and even though the battles get repetitive, it’s frantic and fun enough to occasionally make you forget that fact.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 07
    So this is what it must feel like to be the Arizona Cardinals: You’ve got a new home, but the results are just the same.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The King of Fighters 2000/2001
    It won't inspire anyone to forsake "Virtual Fighter" or "Tekken," but for fans who don't already own this on Dreamcast, it's a boon. [Dec 2003, p.146]
    • 66 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Rumble Roses
    A surprisingly fun time. And yes, the girls are pretty hot. [Jan 2005, p.125]
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Moss
    Moss struggles with some aspects of its VR implementation. Playing a video game with your neck isn’t particularly fun and the motion controls cause more trouble than they’re worth, but many moments are aided by wearing the headset.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Gran Turismo 5 Prologue
    The strength of this game’s racing only makes its lack of growth in other fundamental areas all the more baffling. How easy would it be for Gran Turismo to rule the racing world if Polyphony put half the effort it does into capturing muffler audio into areas like a new career mode, pacing, and other features that rival franchises have conquered long ago?
    • 68 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Def Jam: Icon
    After a while, the recycled environments and repetitive battles start to feel like a chore rather than a reward. [Mar 2007, p.96]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Rayman Raving Rabbids 2
    Several dozen unlockable outfits can be mixed and matched at your leisure to create the silliest looking avatar imaginable, and the longer arcade shooters from the first game return as brief alternatives to the more frantic minigames.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    From Russia With Love
    Even with the man who created the 007 persona back in the starring role, this sequel just can't measure up to the standards of excellence set by the Bond films or by the action game genre in general. [Dec 2005, p.160]
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    NHL 2K8
    It may not deliver the entire package this year, but NHL 2K8 is a fun game that offers a fast-paced arcade feel.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time
    It may be far from perfect, but Echoes of Time's amusing gameplay and ground-breaking multiplayer make this the most noteworthy Crystal Chronicle title to date. [Apr 2009, p.82]
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Deus Ex GO
    When I finished Deus Ex, I was mostly content with the four hours I had plugged into it. I occasionally felt clever at solving a tricky puzzle, and I liked the visual presentation. However, it didn’t sink its hooks into me like Hitman Go – a game I still return to occasionally years later. I doubt I’ll ever play Deus Ex Go again, but it was fun while it lasted.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Silent Scope 3
    Good, but a multiplayer mode would have been nice. [Nov 2002, p.128]
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    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    LawBreakers
    LawBreakers delivers in terms of neat weapons, lightning-fast kills, and aspirational skills. You’ll look back in awe at performing feats like landing a triple kill while blasting yourself backwards into a zero-g environment. Despite the adrenaline-fueled highs, the title falls back to earth due to uninteresting environments, generic characters, and a lack of variety.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Project CARS 2
    With all its customization options, racing demands, and copious track configurations (140-plus at over 60 locations), Project Cars 2 has a lot to dive into. However, it's more than just a scattershot of content – it's a title that rewards players for exploring all of its nooks and crannies. It could still use a good coat of polish, but it has a charm and daring that is often missing in the sub-genre.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Apex
    Why should I worry about getting the best car when just about anyone can race to the front regardless? [May 2003, p.89]
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    • 65 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Children of Mana
    Children of Mana is not the longest game in the world, but it sure is a fun ride while it lasts, especially if you have friends that are into it as well. [Nov. 2006, p.140]
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    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Thrillville
    Probably doesn't have the depth to give it the long legs of other titles in the genre. [Dec 2006, p.130]
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The Bard's Tale IV: Barrows Deep
    The Bard’s Tale IV pays dutiful homage to its roots and offers an accessible way to experience the joy of the old-school RPG, but the enjoyable complexity has been sacrificed. Long puzzle mazes detract from the inspired combat system, and occasional crashes after a big battle can be discouraging. That said, if you’re looking for that vintage style with some enchanting new-age accoutrements, the endearing melodies of the Bard’s Tale IV won’t lead you astray.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Timespinner
    I can’t deny the allure of the formula Timespinner is aging, and if its pixelated font and damage numbers give you nostalgic shivers, don’t hesitate to give it a shot. It doesn’t escape its genre trappings, but its combat, late-game exploration, and interesting plot make for a strong foundation that hooked me long enough for it to all come together.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Outlaw Golf
    Just as good on this system as it is on the Xbox. [Dec 2002, p.130]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Bangai-O HD: Missile Fury
    Bangai-O superfans have a lot to chew on here and should enjoy the many challenges, but others should think twice.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk's Proving Ground
    The addition of the new Aggro Kick, which lets you build up speed with timed button presses, is pure genius. Having the ability to smoothly go online and enjoy multiplayer is absolutely fantastic, but the single-player experience is more chore than score, and brings down the whole experience because of its uninspired design.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Jak X: Combat Racing
    Phenomenally polished and plays incredibly well. It just stalls out early on and gives players little reason to stick with it. [Nov 2005, p.155]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    SAND LAND
    Sand Land has its shortcomings and feels a little overlong despite seeing credits around the reasonable 20-hour mark, but it maintains a charm throughout. Toriyama’s fun sense of humor is front and center with Beelzebub taking on the adventure primarily so his dad will give him an extra hour of video game time every day. I may not have had strong connections with most of the cast and was annoyed with a number of specific sections, but I liked spending time in Sand Land (and beyond) and seeing my garage upgrade and grow.
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