Game Informer's Scores

  • Games
For 7,734 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 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Lowest review score: 1 Legends of Wrestling II
Score distribution:
7750 game reviews
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    As forgettable as that time I backed into a parked car and immediately drove away. [Apr 2003, p.95]
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    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    To say that I was bored while playing this game would be accurate... The quintessential throw-away game. [Feb 2003, p.102]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The complete package, with all of the options and modes that any angler could wish for in a fishing title. [Mar 2003, p.75]
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    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I like the overall idea of Aquila, but eventually the gameplay comes off as silly and a little contrived. [Feb 2003, p.98]
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    • 59 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sound, suspense, storyline, and action make RE 2 a classic on any platform. [Apr 2003, p.89]
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    • 62 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Worth owning if you're an RE freak or new to the series, but everyone else can rest easy knowing this isn't a must-have. [Apr 2003, p.89]
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    I actually enjoyed this take on The Sims more than the original. [Feb 2003, p.94]
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The root of the problem is gameplay balance and enemy AI. [Feb 2003, p.96]
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    It would be unwise to attempt to measure the amount of time you'll spend playing this game in hours; rather, it should be measured in days or weeks. [Feb 2003, p.106]
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    • 90 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Orta actually comes packed with a few surprising enhancements, injecting some depth into the gameplay. [Jan 2003, p.105]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    This isn't new as much as it is an expansion pack through and through. [Jan 2003, p.90]
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    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Crash's latest romp is fun, but does not reinvent the wheel. [Jan 2003, p.121]
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    • 65 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Simply put, outside of the boss battles, fighting is boring and often times sloppy. [Feb 2003, p101]
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    • 54 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A solid 3D Othello, tic-tac-toe kind of a game. [Feb 2003, p.101]
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    • 24 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Officially the worst Xbox game I've ever played... Play this title only if you don't have Dr. Kevorkian's number handy. [Feb 2003, p.105]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    A bluebrint on how to make a very good movie-based game. [Jan 2003, p.99]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    A tremendous game. [Feb 2003, p.105]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A great idea on paper, but it simply fizzles when the meaty portion of its plot is exposed to play. [Mar 2003, p.90]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Sims Online has retained the je ne sais quoi that makes its brethren so fun to play. [Mar 2003, p.89]
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    • 36 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The sounds, graphics, and controls are all painfully ported from the PC, and all of them are worse for wear. [Apr 2003, p.89]
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    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The good doctor turns corners like he's skating around an ice arena. [Feb 2003, p.101]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Differs from "Dynasty Warriors" in that it simply kicks ass. [Feb 2003, p.103]
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    • 44 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    What the deal with the blander-than-bland texturing? If I wanted to be lulled to sleep, I would read a selection from Minnesota's penal code. [Feb 2003, p.104]
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    • 46 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    Do yourself a favor and steer clear of this one or there's a good chance that your Xbox will come to life, beat you to a bloody pulp, and steal all of your valued possessions. [Feb 2003, p.105]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Decent, but there's better Star Wars action to be had. [Feb 2003, p.98]
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Racing games this good are almost nonexistent. [Nov 2002, p.112]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ubi obviously had to remove the voices and animated segments, but in doing so, it also sacrificed the story. [Feb 2003, p.108]
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nine months and no enhancements later, BO2 hits the 'Cube. Surprisingly, it's still darn good. [Jan 2003, p.102]
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    • 59 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Not only is the running game slow as ass, but I once saw a failed field goal earn my opponent three points. [Mar 2003, p.85]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Releasing Bounty Hunter is tantamount to being held down while someone farts in your face. [Feb 2003, p.101]
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