GameBrink's Scores

  • Games
For 281 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 75% higher than the average critic
  • 3% same as the average critic
  • 22% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.7 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
Highest review score: 99 The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
Lowest review score: 12 Sonic the Hedgehog
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 6 out of 281
281 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Blue Dragon's light-hearted charm and role-playing goodness fills a lacking aspect of the Xbox 360's lineup. [JPN Import]
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Irregular Hunter X will satisfy your need for some side-scrolling shooting. The game is exactly the same as the original although with a few changes to keep things fresh. [JPN Import]
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Despite its flaws, Gurumin is the best action/platformer on the PSP (though many will still prefer "Daxter" most likely). It’s colorful, has a good battle engine, and nice Indiana Jones type levels for players to make their way through. [JPN Import]
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you like interactive adventure games, noir murder mysteries, and the unique capabilities of the DS then this is a no-brainer purchase.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    A very fun game that has a lot of polish and a lot of sequel potential.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    A great game with an overwhelming amount of things to do giving you a lot of freedom to explore the little world and follow the main story at your own pace. [JPN Import]
    • 78 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Although the plot wasn’t a very outstanding feature, the gameplay outside and within battles remain strong and clearly define the game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great addition to the series for fans and probably a decent rental for most. While things have been upgraded and new elements added on, it’s still NFS and it still gets repetitive and boring after awhile. It’s like EA’s "Madden" of racing.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Fans who played through Ridge Racer 6 will have to decide if six new tracks, a new soundtrack, slipstreaming, and car customization makes the game worth buying "again." Regardless, there's no denying that Ridge Racer 7 is a solid, fun arcade racer.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The game ruthlessly steals from Advance Wars and behaves like its sadistic brother, but this shouldn’t be looked down upon. The game is a realist update for the genre and adds features that fans have been clamoring for.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for an arcade like shooter with an overhead camera and around 6 hours of gameplay then Killzone: Liberation is your ticket.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This game has a lot of things to keep you coming back. You can play the single player or Ko-Op mode again with a new set of characters (we will keep them secret for now) and the unlockable arcade version of MKII is a nice addition for the fans.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Don’t get me wrong, the graphics aren’t next-gen quality but they sure are eons better than the crap you see in the PS2 version.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While the graphics fit the Wii version a lot better than the 360 or PS3 versions, the controls aren’t really worth the purchase.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    An excellent remake that remains very much true to the original game. [JPN Import]
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great addition to the series for fans and probably a decent rental for most. While things have been upgraded and new elements added on, it’s still NFS and it still gets repetitive and boring after awhile. It’s like EA's "Madden" of racing.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This game is quite an enjoyable experience that lasts through a complete 100 levels. That's right a hundred puzzle-packed levels, with the last 20 being the hardest and will make your eyes bleed from the sheer thoughts. [JPN Import]
    • 77 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    There are now a whopping 25 sliders which adjust your mobsters face and body. Looking at all these new features I really whish I would have waited for this one before diving into this epic adventure.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Grandia III is nowhere near perfect and it's definitely not one of the better rpgs on the system. But the battles are so much fun that most won't really mind when the story falls to pieces. [JPN Import]
    • 77 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Although Guilty Gear Judgment was recently released in the U.S., it's well worth paying a little more to get the import, since the U.S. version contains Guilty Gear XX #Reload, the previous entry, instead of Guilty Gear XX Slash.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Brain Age is truly a pseudo game. It’s Wario Ware meets Tamagotchi meets further education. If you want to give your brain a workout and get a fun number puzzle game to boot then picking up Brain Age is a no brainer.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    When heading online you’ll find some much needed variety that wasn’t present in the single player game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's a lot of fun while it lasts, and if you have the skills required to get the coveted 'no stopping' bonus then there's plenty of mileage to be had out of beating your own high scores and comparing your progress to your friends over Wi-Fi.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    This is an A+ racer with new twists that will keep hardcore racers as well as Tony Hawk fans entertained for many hours both online and offline.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It's a great game, and this time it's portable. The graphical change makes it fresh for people who played the original version and other changes makes it more similar to the newer "Tales of..." games as well, so everyone who likes RPGs should like this.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With five mostly top-notch shooters all in one set ready to be played on the go (with a great save feature to boot), Gradius Portable is an excellent game for those looking for their shooting action in both short bursts and long hauls. For fans of the genre, the game is worth every penny. [JPN Import]
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The story itself is enjoyable when it exists, the characters are fun but feel all too similar, and the dungeons range from awe-inspiring to incredibly dull. [JPN Import]
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    More of the same courtroom drama so fans shouldn’t be disappointed. [JPN Import]
    • 76 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    A great looking, fast paced action shooter if not for the strategy element in between but, in my opinion its always good to have something new and the maps offer a little challenge when you first play them. [JPN Import]
    • 76 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    If you want Tony’s latest upgrade then go for it, but if you’re looking for complete reinvention of the series you might want to hold out until next year.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Castlevania/Metroid style of play works really well here and is used at it's full potential. This is a great addition to any Megaman fan's collection, although, again, I suggest to wait for the english version. [JPN Import]
    • 76 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    The game isn't bad, but it's really nothing special.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It's a great multi-player game, but single player can get very tedious.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    For the hardcore there’s not much here that you’ll be playing for more than an hour other than the training mode which gives you a lot of challenges but ultimately falls flat.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A very average to mediocre game that’s held together by a good story and cast. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The most fun I had with the entire game is through the simple action of extorting businesses across all the areas of the game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Unlike 99% of games, in Ryu Ga Gotoku you play as a guy who is pretty much the coolest, most badass, most likeable character in the world. He's the ultra strong guy with a heart of gold; the suave guy whom everyone wants to be friends with. So following Kazuma through his adventure tends to be extremely satisfying since he's such a great character. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A huge rpg (even longer than the first, which was already 60+ hours) that lights up a system nearly deceased at this point in time. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    From the beautifully modeled and textured aircraft, to the expansive ground below, everything looks incredible for a PSP game. Explosions look natural, cutscenes are well choreographed, and the anime art looks as good as ever.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Another cracker from Sonic Team. Embrace and remember – “Rub Is Love”! [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    A fans dream and an excellent place for newcomers to enter. The best of AC 4 & AC 5 have been melded to make what feels like the best iteration of the series yet. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    A solid title that uses the Wiimote and Nunchuk controls extremely well. If you're not in it for the offline 4 player multiplayer, which isnt all that great, or the level building then this is probably a rental. Though, if you want to get perfect rankings on all the levels youll likely want to make it a purchase. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Does a great job of replicating the magic of the two PS2 titles on the PSP system. Due to the controls and the repetitive level design, the game won't be stealing the spotlight of the PS2 titles, but at the same time it's still a great game that can now be played on the go. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    For some reason when you go online the graphics get downgraded, weapons are changed, and unlike the PC version it only supports 8 players.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A beautiful game to look at with some fun replayable mini games. Don’t expect an epic story, though – just lots and lots of Chocobos! [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    A rewarding experience that rewards the player for how well they play in a stage, and with an intruguing storyline.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    It's a great no-brainer game that's nice to sit and play while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate and some cookies. It's definitely not a game for those that don't already enjoy the odd quirkiness of the newer Nintendo games that have been coming out. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 57 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a quick trip down memory lane or just a seriously intense shooter with a really funny backdrop them Smash TV might be worth your while. On the other hand you might want to just save that $5 for tax on Oblivion or some other game you’re likely to get way more than a couple hours worth of gameplay out of.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A great addition to the series for fans and probably a decent rental for most. While things have been upgraded and new elements added on, it's still NFS and it still gets repetitive and boring after a while. It's like EA's "Madden" of racing.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    With great core gameplay, tons of unlockables, a cast of memorable characters, and an audio visual feast for the senses, Super Princess Peach is a must play. [JPN Import]
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Gun
    It tries to be a big free roaming blockbuster but ultimately fails on too many accounts to make it what it wants to be.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    The game also has a high level of replayability because everytime you play any of the stages, the shapes and enemies never come out in the same sequence or places. Plus, you can always try to rack up your top score and get a better rank in each of the stages. A must have PSP title with a fun presentation. [JPN Import]
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    I challenge you to keep a straight face while playing Monkey Boxing... Which is what SMB:BB is all about, delivering a load of insane fun to keep you and your friends happy for hours and hours.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Competitive people will be glued to this game for hours; some of the more advanced stages are very challenging, with the added bonus of keeping your brain in tip-top shape. [JPN Import]
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A great addition to the series for fans and probably a decent rental for most. While things have been upgraded and new elements added on, it’s still NFS and it still gets repetitive and boring after awhile. It’s like EA’s "Madden" of racing.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    There’s a ridiculous amount of replayability and for those looking for a good deal in the length department you won’t be disappointed. Honestly it does grow on you and can turn out to be a great purchase or rental if look past all its many shortcomings.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    So honestly if you want to play this game to the fullest grab a Dreamcast, four controllers, and a copy of "Power Stone 1 & 2" as this port isn’t worth a damn unless you people to play with.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    An extremely fun game. The gameplay is unique and plays fairly well, the cast is fantastic, and the visuals do the job. It’s filled with the addicting gameplay of the SMT series, yet provides a different enough type of game that it doesn’t feel like more of the same. [JPN Import]
    • 74 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It's good for a few laughs, and it actually seems slightly better animated than the last two (at least to me, maybe Sam and Max made me crazy). If you liked the first two episodes, you'll love this one, i can assure you of that.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A great addition to the series for fans and probably a decent rental for most. While things have been upgraded and new elements added on, it's still NFS and it still gets repetitive and boring after awhile. It's like EA's "Madden" of racing.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Maybe it was the developer switch or maybe it’s just that the Wii controls don’t fit the game, but SSX Blur is unfortunately a clunker. That being said, if you can get past the controls there is a ton of content to experience and unlock.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    The conversion from console to handheld was pretty nice, it still retains the fun VJ feel as well as the stylish gameplay. And the touch screen puzzles are very nice.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    When heading online you’ll find some much needed variety that wasn’t present in the single player game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    A craptastic game. But if you're a fan of the movies you'll still enjoy it to some degree even though the idiots over at Shiny decided not to put the freeway scene from Reloaded in the game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    The sound is truly what sets it apart from the rest. From the crazy background sounds you get after some Techniques, to the insanely hilarious dialogue you get in cutscenes, the sound is what kept me going until the end. [JPN Import]
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The beats are creative and the music will stick in your head for days. [JPN Import]
    • 72 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Blurry textures, low polygon counts, and not much scenery to fill the background about sum it up. Fortunately you’ll be racing so fast you mostly won’t see this stuff.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The story is also rather mundane and redundent in today's times. But with an action-rpg heart, it is to be expected and is natural for a player to just ignore any story and to focus on the objectives and the fighting.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Although there are times where you may just smash the PSP out of frustration (I bit my PSP), the game of course offers very many puzzles that will keep you thinking and will be more than rewarding on its part.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    This is without a doubt the most fun DBZ game ever. Not only is it the only DBZ game that really recaptures the feel of the anime, but it is fun to play for DBZ fans and non-fans alike. The Wii controls are amazing when you get past the rough learning curve.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Hidden secrets make exploring optional areas much more rewarding, and with the way the game is set up, that ends up being a very important thing. I would recommend this to anyone who is willing to be challenged by a good platformer, as the game fulfills every requirement of a well designed and lovingly crafted action game and more. [JPN Import]
    • 72 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The cel-shaded graphics are crisp and fit this title perfectly. [JPN Import]
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The programmers used music from the anime and TV series but it’s a shame that some tunes didn’t make it in. The addition of English and Japanese voiceovers makes the experience great for the fans.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Great characters, original courses, loads of items, and an intuitive control system, what more could you ask for? [JPN Import]
    • 71 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It doesn't take any time to learn how to play. You can spend a lot of time playing with each species, but it's easy to burn out on the game if you play it constantly right after you buy it.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A few more stages could have been nice, but after speaking with some of the developers I learned that Majesco didn’t give a long enough deadline.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    A solid if not heavily flawed title with the best online capabilities of any PSP title to date. So if you can get past the controls and the pacing this might be an ok purchase for you.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    If I would recommend one of the two, I’d say get the DS version, but to be safe get none of those two and go for one of the console versions.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It’s not the best RPG out there, far from that. But it’s still pretty fun o play, although it might need some getting used to.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The ten year old puzzles are still there, graphics are the same mostly, and you still have to use ribbons to save. On the other hand door and cutscenes can be skipped, loading in between areas is almost instantaneous, and DS frills are fun. [JPN Import]
    • 71 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Overall the gameplay is pretty forgettable and is only saved by the interesting ideas presented online. [JPN Import]
    • 71 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It’s literally an Action-RPG with Harvest Moon elements. Not to mention the atmosphere of the game is very well created with the feeling that you actually are in a world of dinosaurs and there is a chance you will die.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    While a classic puzzle game like Tetris allows you to manipulate every block freely, Gunpey tries to limit you too much making the action feel rigid and slow and, the little variation it offers in the form of a few extra modes just doesn’t really make up for it. [JPN Import]
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    While the single player is definitely below average, the multiplayer in the game is well-balanced, requires a new style of strategy, and is most of all fun.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    The game takes 5 hours at most to complete, and it has very little replay value, unless you didn't get the best ending the first time around and you want to see it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It’s a solid if shallow title that lacks in content and difficulty but has a really well implemented engine.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    If you can get past the wonky physics and the occasional slow down you’re looking at a fun time that ultimately should probably be limited to a rental.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Beautifully presented with a fairly interesting story and fun cast of characters to interact with but it lacks a bit in terms of gameplay content. [JPN Import]
    • 70 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The graphics look horrendous at ever[y] angle especially in HD and really made the entire game unplayable because I felt like my eyes were melting.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shin Budokai is miles better than Budokai 1 and 2. It still suffers a bit from being too simplistic, but still features much more depth than DBZ B1 and B2.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    For an RPG, I would expect better characters, something mildly interesting in the story and original landscapes, but here this is pretty much as average as you can get.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With next generation touch screen gameplay that works perfectly, an incredibly well created main quest, and a lot of extra Pokemon to catch this is a must for fans of the series and fans of Action RPGs. The use of the DS’ touch screen is unprecedented and has really captured a new form of gameplay. [JPN Import]
    • 69 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    With hours and hours of gameplay in the tournament mode alone this is worth a purchase. Then you add on tons of unlockables including Final Fantasy characters and different basketballs and you've got a instant purchase. Oh yeah then you add on the extra mini-games, the WiFi Basketball, and the WiFi Mario Kart-esque game and you've got a no-brainer must have game of the summer. [JPN Import]
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Then - oh, as if Kororinpa hadn't lied to us about how much it has to offer - getting to the first 45 levels unlocks another 45 levels, but they're just the same levels reversed. Not played from back to front, just mirrored. It was about at this point that our heart broke, and we couldn't do anything but weep softly. [JPN Import]
    • 69 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It's good to have Sim City available when you’re on the move and if you ever want to go back to the game in the distant future, you don’t have to install the game again and deal with compatibility issues! [JPN Import]
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    [EM]-eNCHANT aRM- has a predictable, yet entertaining, plot featuring a small cast of likeable characters, a moderate sized world that will take about 40 hours to explore, and a good battle system. Sure the graphics are a mixed bag, music is strangely absent, and the encounter rate is high, yet it's still a nice start for next-gen rpgs. [JPN Import]
    • 69 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    I guess the biggest surprise of EDF3 is that the graphics are actually amazing. The character models, enemy models, the sprawling city, and all the textures look great. The effects are crap and the physics are laughable but the city as a static object looks amazing. [JPN Import]
    • 69 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Sonic Team has taken Sonic, put him on rails, added a ton of variety, and made something that is definitely worth a rental. Some might find it too short to be a purchase, while others may just enjoy playing the levels over and over again with different setups in order to unlock the many goals available.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    A craptastic game. But if you’re a fan of the movies you’ll still enjoy it to some degree even though the idiots over at Shiny decided not to put the freeway scene from Reloaded in the game.

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