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For 1,219 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 46% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 49% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.6 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 100 Nioh
Lowest review score: 0 Dawn of Fear
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 677 out of 1219
  2. Mixed: 456 out of 1219
  3. Negative: 86 out of 1219
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rise of the Tomb Raider
    Crystal Dynamics has put together one of the most riveting action/adventure titles of this generation. Even then, Rise of the Tomb Raider is a game that people will play, love, and be done with, and that’s okay. It’s said to take dedicated completionists over 30 hours of playing to gather all of the hidden treasures, survival caches, golden coins, and weapon parts, which makes for a solid bang for consumers’ hard-earned bucks. Plus, who doesn’t want to fight a bear?
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Yo-kai Watch
    Yo-Kai Watch is filled with charm, monsters to befriend, unique battle mechanics, and gameplay that keeps players engaged. Still, the title is filled with redundancies.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Cibele
    Cibele is much more of an interactive movie than it is a game, but neither the plot nor gameplay engage on enough of a level to make the short title – which we finished in an hour – worth the $7 price it comes with.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Need for Speed
    It’s a solid driving game, but it’s non-essential. Anyone thirsting for a brisk trip around the block in some souped-up motors will likely come away satisfied, but for the unconvinced, there’s little here that contradicts waiting for a bigger, better installment next year.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below
    Dragon Quest Heroes demonstrates that the Dynasty Warriors combat system can work in other universes and even manages to make some exciting improvements to the usual formula. The game’s story is likely to leave new players a little bored, but longtime fans of the franchise will have plenty of run-ins with old characters to trigger those nostalgic feels. Either way, there is a lot of fun to be had with this one.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Guitar Hero Live
    However, there’s still plenty to the game that make it worth recommending to anyone who’s ever enjoyed holding a plastic instrument in their hands. Make no mistake, Guitar Hero is back — and, thanks to the smart changes made to gameplay and presentation, it’s more satisfying than ever before.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Halo 5: Guardians
    Halo 5: Guardians may stumble in regards to split-screen multiplayer, but it’s still a game that’ll grow in the months proceeding its launch.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Syndicate
    Syndicate feels very much like an Assassin’s Creed game in all the good ways and only a few of the bad.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water
    Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water is a disappointing Wii U exclusive horror story that is more likely to put players to sleep than it is to scare them.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Transformers: Devastation
    It’s a rewarding experience for anyone who can get into the groove, but the combat and the franchise are the game’s two biggest selling points. If neither appeals, there won’t be all that much to enjoy here.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
    A brand new take on the series that manages to make moving furniture fun, but fails to innovate in a meaningful way.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Talos Principle: Deluxe Edition
    The Talos Principle is a fun puzzle game that also makes some strong philosophical points. The puzzles can sometimes be frustrating and the heavy amount of text to read in the files can bog down the pace, but it’s still a memorable adventure that players will undoubtedly want to discuss and dissect with their friends.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rock Band 4
    Truthfully, Rock Band 4’s biggest selling point is that it’s Rock Band on the new consoles with new instruments. And if that sounds appealing, then you’re bound to be very happy with Harmonix’s sequel.
    • 32 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 5
    Fans of previous games will likely see it as a slap in the face.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Cities: Skylines - After Dark
    It comes quietly – the new features are nice additions to the gameplay, but this flavor pack doesn’t dramatically change how players will interact with Cities: Skylines.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SOMA
    Frictional Games has a psychological thriller on their hands with SOMA, a game which prompts questions about humanity amidst the chaos that lurks within PATHOS-II.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Extreme Exorcism
    A joy to play, and those after a frenetic indie fix with plenty of action should get themselves hooked up with Extreme Exorcism pronto.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Castle Crashers Remastered
    Castle Crashers Remastered seems like a no-brainer, but since it’s virtually the same game that released seven years ago, it still has the same flaws.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
    With charm, style, and large worlds to explore, Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime offers both a great local co-op and single player shoot em up experience.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Forza Motorsport 6
    As the series celebrates its tenth anniversary, Forza Motorsport 6 demonstrates that Turn 10 has found the ideal balance of sim gameplay and accessibility.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    STASIS
    Although the game’s influences are clear, this is not a simple homage to earlier games, instead acting as an incredibly well-crafted horror adventure. The Brotherhood has delivered on its promise of a nuanced and terrifying horror title, and one that is bound to give plenty of chills.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
    The game is a triumph in more ways than one, and while it’s not without flaws, it’s safe to say that Hideo Kojima and company have successfully adapted the core of Metal Gear Solid for an open world.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mad Max
    Mad Max may be a bit of a mixed bag, but the faithful recreation of the film universe, the ridiculous car combat, and loads of content will keep players coming back to the desert for a long time.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Freedom Planet
    Whether it’s the engrossing gameplay, endearing character designs or light-hearted plot, Freedom Planet will likely offer something that puts a smile on your face. Plus, it’s probably the best Sonic game we’re likely to receive for the foreseeable future, even without the presence of the blue-haired hedgehog himself.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Super Mario Maker
    The lack of checkpoints can prove to be brutal in some of the more challenging worlds, and the inclusion of co-operative play would have made building and playing through these levels feel a lot more like a team exercise than a solo affair.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 16
    With a greater focus on receivers/cornerbacks and a fantastic new Draft Champions mode, Madden NFL 16 represents a vast improvement over last year’s game in nearly every way.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hyper Void
    Hyper Void is an adrenaline fueled throwback to classic arcade shoot ’em ups, with gorgeous graphics that are nearly as beautiful as the gameplay is exciting.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Satellite Reign
    Satellite Reign offers a great real time strategy experience in a cyberpunk world, but doesn’t keep the experience as fresh as it could have been.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mega Man Legacy Collection
    The presentation is top notch, in that it doesn’t tamper with the visuals one bit, and the new additions offer replayability that isn’t simply taking on Dr. Robotnik for the 20th time.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Gears of War: Ultimate Edition
    Gears of War: Ultimate Edition is an extremely familiar game that manages to feel new thanks to The Coalition’s vision for a fresher Gears. Just when something begins to feel stale the game changes and provides players with a wholly unique task or a gigantic set piece to draw them in to the action once more.
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