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For 1,355 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 74% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 21% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.3 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 99 Dead Space: Extraction
Lowest review score: 10 The Expendables 2 Videogame
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 866 out of 1355
  2. Mixed: 401 out of 1355
  3. Negative: 88 out of 1355
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    • 64 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Silent Hill: Downpour
    I enjoyed Silent Hill: Downpour, but with one nagging thought always tugging at my brain - it just didn't feel like a Silent Hill game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
    All of Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3's beloved 3-on-3 tag-team action makes the transition to the Vita, and the game truly looks and plays just like its console brethren.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Asura's Wrath
    I really enjoyed Asura's Wrath, but the gameplay is somewhat of a great disappointment. We are supposed to be here to play a game, and the sections that we do get to play are lacklustre at best and don't add much to the experience, which is a shame.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Rayman Origins
    While the Vita has had its fair share of console ports already in its short lifespan, none is as simple or fun to play as Rayman Origins.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Dungeon Hunter: Alliance
    Gameloft once again had an opportunity to set the bar for what to expect from a genre game on the Vita, and once again they've set such a low standard it's not going to take long for another title to surpass it.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Asphalt: Injection
    Even though Asphalt: Injection is one of the few racing games available for the Vita, it's tough to recommend it. If you absolutely need a portable racing fix, Injection isn't a bad option. There's plenty to do in the game, it's just that much of what there is to do is extremely boring.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    I Am Alive
    Given its turbulent development, I expected it to come in dead on arrival. Instead, I found it to be a solid survival game that, above anything else, kept my palms sweaty and my muscles tense.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Michael Jackson The Experience HD
    Though Ubisoft's attempt with Michael Jackson The Experience is an admirable one, the game just doesn't have enough legs. Even without factoring in the $40 price of entry, the lack of content and replayability really hurts the overall product.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Syndicate
    Even with a few flaws in the single player area, Syndicate offers a very worthwhile experience that deserves your attention.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Grand Slam Tennis 2
    A plethora of content, an expansive career covering the 4 Grand Slams, a great roster of players, and an incredibly precise new control scheme makes this game certainly deserving of Grand Slam in its title.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Lumines: Electronic Symphony
    Lumines: Electronic Symphony is the perfect culmination of simple game design and stellar presentation. There's a great depth of challenge for those who wish to find it, but the game never shuts out more casual players with crushing difficulty.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Uncharted: Golden Abyss
    Uncharted: Golden Abyss is not just a great launch game for the Vita, but it's arguably the best launch title for any handheld to date.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Shank 2
    Shank 2 is a sequel worth looking at, especially for those of you who've already spent some quality time with the former hitman.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Gotham City Impostors
    Gotham City Impostors is online multiplayer gaming in its purest form: straightforward, fun, easy to pick up, deep enough to satisfy the hardcore, boasts an active community, and it's very accessible.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Alan Wake's American Nightmare
    If this is the kind of improvements to the series that we can expect out of Remedy, then you can count me as waiting on baited breath for the next episode.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Puddle
    What we have here is a classic case of (slightly) missed opportunity. With an original concept, impressive gameplay variety, pleasing visuals and music, came a few problems that can be just too much to handle.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Rhythm Heaven Fever
    Featuring simple, accessible and addictive gameplay, unique and charming visuals and a soundtrack that is simply to die for, the game impresses on many levels. However, as a game reviewer, the main question I have to answer still remains "is this game worth my time and money?" and unfortunately, it simply doesn't fit the requirements for the latter.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Resident Evil: Revelations
    While some kinks still need to be ironed out, like the off-balanced narrative and some weak moments in the campaign, the game remains one of the best experiences you can find on the system, and rises as the most impressive technical achievement we've seen on Nintendo's 3D handheld so far.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    SoulCalibur V
    While some of the changes are questionable and some might blame Namco for not taking the "if it isn't broken, don't fix it" approach, this remains a welcome new entry that will give another boost to the fighting genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    ZEN Pinball 3D
    The seven dollar entry fee nets you four tables that have plenty to offer portable Wizards-in-training. Most impressively was how many of the online features from its console brethren made the jump over.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    UFC Undisputed 3
    With the extra development time given for Undisputed 3, it's strange to see just how similar it is to the prior entries in the series.
    • 33 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    AMY
    Amy is a game that somehow managed to take all of its bright potential and turn it into a dark shadow of all that it could have been. No matter where you look, all you see are bad design decisions, poor execution and broken mechanics.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Simpsons Arcade Game
    Not only does it faithfully bring back the experience, but it's as complete of a package as one could ask for.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NFL Blitz
    Blitz is about thumbing your nose at reality and glorifying the exciting parts of football.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    TNT Racers
    Those looking for a more serious, sim-like atmosphere will need to look elsewhere, as TNT Racers is all about the slightly off kilter vibe experienced with its tongue firmly lodged in its cheek.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath HD
    It's a shining example of not only how good the original release was, but how much passion Oddworld Inhabitants still has for it. Old and new players alike, this is one PSN game that shouldn't be missed.
    • 21 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Zombii Attack
    Unless you have some sort of morbid curiosity and an extra five buck to burn, I won't disown you for giving it a look. But for anyone else, save your money.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Fortune Street
    The classic property-stealing nature of this board game may appeal to some, but when it all comes down to it, there's not quite enough here that gives reason to put away Monopoly on family game night.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Yoostar on MTV
    Unless you are a die-hard fan of the kind of braindead sophmoric television that MTV is so focused on these days, there's little here to make the investment worthwhile.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bejeweled 3
    In my opinion if you haven't yet tried out Bejeweled, buy Bejeweled 3. It's fun, has more modes and is excellent at keeping you playing.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Joe Danger: Special Edition
    It isn't often a developer puts in this much love when porting over an existing title from another service. But Hello Games did it, and the final result is the best version of Joe Danger to date.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    I Heart Geeks!
    If you are looking for something a little more cranially intensive, and can overlook the awkward tool placement issues, then I Heart Geeks will make a decent addition to your DS library.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Solid HD Collection
    There's enough in this collection to keep you busy for many sneaking, box-hiding, and bad guy eliminating hours.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kinect: Disneyland Adventures
    It is very deep, with over 100 quests and activities, and that's not to mention all of the unlockables and surprises that can be found around the park. Disneyland Adventures is a game of discovery for kids (and the kids-at-heart).
    • 93 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
    I'm not sure where Nintendo wants to take the series next, but it's going to be awful tough to improve upon this. Beautiful, complex, heartfelt, and exciting all at once, this isn't just the kind of game that defines a franchise; it's the kind of game that defines a genre.
    • 39 Metascore
    • 42 Critic Score
    Heavy Fire: Afghanistan
    Your enjoyment of Heavy Fire: Afghanistan will be directly proportional to your expectations. There is absolutely nothing that is exceptional about it, which, in my opinion, is just fine as the cost mitigates the quality. It functions as it should, and as long as you don't walk in expecting Call of Duty, your feelings won't be hurt. Much.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    The Adventures of Tintin: The Game
    We can safely say that this video game adaptation of the popular blockbuster is better than some might expect, but it still has some rough edges to smooth out before we can truly call it a great game.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
    What better way to celebrate the ten year anniversary than to bring the original game back with a shiny new coat of paint and some other bells and whistles that, while some may scoff at, truly establishes 343's love for all-things Halo.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Need for Speed: The Run
    The Need for Speed franchise has taken a hit to the jaw with The Run. It is not the most perfect game in a technical sense, and although the plot does give it a bit of a twist, it's certainly not enough to hold the attention of regular fans of the franchise.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi
    Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is an unbalanced synthesis of a painstakingly recreated vision of the Dragon Ball universe and a rudimentary fighting game.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 97 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
    Skyrim is the largest, and most compelling work that I've had the opportunity to play this year. It's engaging, engrossing, and will take over your gaming life for many months to come. Not only is Skyrim among the best that 2011 has to offer, but for me, this is, without hesitation, the Game of the Year.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Hydrophobia: Prophecy
    Hydrophobia is ultimately a hit or miss title, arguably appropriate for it's method of release, yet leaving a bland taste in your mouth regardless.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Rayman Origins
    In design, graphics, gameplay, and sound, it wins best platformer of this generation, hands down.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    The Lord of the Rings: War in the North
    An new take on the fiction, a genre I thoroughly enjoy, and a designed-for-co-op experience; this should have been a home run. But, robotic animations, sometimes bland voice work, invisible walls and ignorant enemy AI sucked much of the life out of it.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception
    A well-written story, a thrill-ride, summer tent-pole film presentation, and a much more fleshed out multiplayer experience all add up to one of the best games we've seen this year. Naughty Dog has once again given PlayStation 3 owners a reason to fire up their console.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Disney Universe
    Disney Universe is a game that may entertain your young ones, but it will only be a matter of time before they will want to put this one down.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2012
    If you are motivated to lose that holiday weight (or gaming-on-the-couch-for-20-hours-a-day-playing-Skyrim weight), then Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2012 is the right fit.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    James Noir's Hollywood Crimes
    If you're an absolute brainteaser junkie, you'll get some value out of Hollywood Crimes. It should at least hold you over until something more substantial comes along.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The King of Fighters XIII
    Story mode might not bring much to the table, and the lack of proper tutorials might make this game a little bit intimidating to some but with tight gameplay mechanics, a ton of content to keep you busy for a long time and a working online mode, this game easily obtains its "must-play" status for all fans of fighting games in general.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Voltron: Defender of the Universe
    The nostalgic scenes from the show are nice, but if the gameplay doesn't support it, only the most die-hard of fans will be able to come back for a second helping.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rabbids: Alive & Kicking
    Rabbids: Alive & Kicking does exactly what it was intended to do, and that is to mix up a large batch of zany fun for you and your family to enjoy.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    GoldenEye 007: Reloaded
    This is a great Bond game, probably the best since the GoldenEye 64.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    MotionSports Adrenaline
    MotionSports Adrenaline will inevitably find itself in the bargain bin a few months down the road, and you will see it...then pass it on by for that fresh copy of Bomberman: Act Zero.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Dead Rising 2: Off the Record
    While Dead Rising 2: Off the Record does incorporate changes and additions that improve upon its predecessor, it's hard to overlook the numerous technical issues that weigh it down.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The House of the Dead: Overkill - Extended Cut
    You are playing the Grindhouse films of the 1970's, so you'll dispel any expectations, check your brain at the door, and shoot everything that moves. Simple as that.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed: Revelations
    I was worried when Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood came out just a year after Assassin's Creed II. Fortunately, Brotherhood had enough going right for it that the yearlong development cycle didn't hurt the franchise. Though I doubt the lack of innovations in Revelations is going to damage the Assassin's Creed series, I definitely feel burned by Ubisoft on this one.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Black Eyed Peas Experience
    If you are a fan, and can tolerate the inaccurate body sensing, then you'll find a lot to enjoy here. Just don't come in expecting the best dance game Kinect has to offer.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dance Central 2
    With more modes, a great track list, and engaging (local) multiplayer, plus the nice tweaks to the voice support and the addition of the Crew Challenge, Harmonix's latest effort remains in the top spot among all Kinect titles on store shelves today.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 39 Critic Score
    The Black Eyed Peas Experience
    What else can I say about The Black Eyed Peas Experience for the Wii other than it's a huge missed opportunity?
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Professor Layton and the Last Specter
    Minor tweaks and a top notch spit shine sets it up as the best designed Layton yet, even if it doesn't really push the series forward or outside of its comfort zone. Its charming, quirky, fun, and the puzzling will put your brain meat to the test at times.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario 3D Land
    There's a lot to like about Super Mario 3D Land. It's easily the best 3D title that's graced the 3DS to date, and shows that there is so much potential in the handheld.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Just Dance Kids 2
    Just Dance Kids 2 is the perfect game to introduce the dancing genre to young children. It's a fun, innocent way for kids to get off the couch and get active.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dark Souls
    Just as any masochist will tell you, with great pain comes great rewards. Dark Souls is the gaming equivalent, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
    It's not often that a game franchise can be this good on such a consistent basis, but the Modern Warfare series continues to impress thanks in large part to its stellar story and highly-replayable multiplayer components.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Resistance 3
    If you are looking for a decent and lengthy romp through an alternate 1950's featuring some of the most enjoyable weapons found in any shooter on the market today, this should be the game at the top of your list.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Saints Row: The Third
    Volition shows that you can still have a great deal of enjoyment from an arcade-style romp that relies more on giving players the tools to create a good time than it does on recreating the world we all currently live in.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Kinect Sports: Season Two
    While it is lacking in certain respects, the overall package is a good time for the whole family. Kinect Sports is still the best of sports/party gaming bunch.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    FIFA Soccer 12
    Kudos to EA for once again reminding us why their FIFA franchise is the best on the market.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Just Dance 3
    If you want a fine party-style dance game that features some solid options, including some not found anywhere else, and focuses more on just shaking your body than move accuracy, then this is the game for you.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Battlefield 3
    Battlefield 3 has a near-perfect multiplayer experience. Unfortunately, it also has a sad single-player campaign with a mess of a story (even for a first-person shooter), and the co-op is just barely above adequate.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 54 Critic Score
    Michael Phelps: Push the Limit
    This game is the model definition of the word "rental". You can play it for maybe an hour and get the gist of it, never to pick it up again.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 99 Critic Score
    Batman: Arkham City
    Every aspect of the game has been improved in ways that made it difficult to put the controller down.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    PowerUp Heroes
    By no means should PowerUp Heroes be considered a game just for kids. With the Versus and Tournament modes, this game is perfect for parties, and perfect for showing off what Kinect can do.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Rocksmith
    This is a strong piece of learning software under the guise of a game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ace Combat: Assault Horizon
    Odds are, this one is destined to be overlooked by some, but if you have the slightest inkling to try a flight sim, if you like flight sims or are somewhat interested in the Ace Combat franchise, give Assault Horizon a shot.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Family Feud: 2012 Edition
    With a few bumps and bruises, Family Feud makes it to the other side by being a fun party game, and begs to be enjoyed by a group of people.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Spider-Man: Edge of Time
    If we're talking super heroes and you love Spider-Man or are looking for at least a decent super hero game, you could do a lot worse than this…but that isn't saying much for the genre.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Crysis
    There is enough bang in Crysis to justify the $20 price tag, if only to see the amazing Cryengine 3 at work.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    F1 2011
    This game is only for those who follow the F1 sport and who knows a thing or two about racing. Sorry, Mario Kart experience doesn't count.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Cubixx HD
    If you do decide to pick it up, be sure you do so with the understanding that it is a game best played in quick spurts. If you are looking for something deeper, or more addicting, this isn't the game for you.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 97 Critic Score
    Gears of War 3
    Horde 2.0 is the best multiplayer experience going right now, and Beast Mode isn't far behind.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    RAGE
    It's such a great change of pace from the Modern Warfares and Battlefields that occupy the gaming landscape, and the shooting gameplay only serves to remind us about how well suited id is at developing FPS titles.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    NBA Jam: On Fire Edition
    This is easily the best version of NBA Jam to date.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dungeon Defenders
    Dungeon Defenders is an easy one to recommend and slides in to the 'can't miss' category, right next to some of the AAA titles we have hitting store shelves in the coming weeks. Except this one you don't have to get up off your couch to get.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    God of War: Origins Collection
    No God of War fan's collection is complete without this, er, collection.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    SkyDrift
    SkyDrift is the one of the best racing games you can find on XBLA, bar none.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Off-Road Drive
    Unless you've been dying to experience off-roading but can't afford the ride in real life, your best bet is to skip this release altogether.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine
    With multiple difficulty levels, competitive multiplayer, and the incoming co-op update, there's plenty here to keep both the die-hard fans and those who've never heard of the word "Ultrmarines" busy.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Orcs Must Die!
    Orcs Must Die! is one of those rare games that arrived exactly as promised. It's a fun tower defense romp with a twist, and plenty of strategy to keep the brain-gears spinning, nothing more and nothing less.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Classic Trilogy HD
    If you had high hopes for this trilogy, do yourself a favor and save your money for the next Splinter Cell release.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 28 Critic Score
    Red Bull X-Fighters
    X-Fighters ends up being Trials HD's gangly younger brother whom no one wants to pick for the their team, kicking at the sand in the back corner with its hands in its pockets.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Rise of Nightmares
    Rise of Nightmares had me in a sweat for most of the game, either from constantly being in movement when hacking and slashing through zombies, or from the sheer terror that I felt moving from one area to the next, never knowing what was coming up.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Driver: San Francisco
    Driver: San Francisco puts the franchise back on the map. It's fun, innovative, expansive, exhilarating and has a lot of things to do. The single player is great, aside from the simple and sloppy storyline. But the innovative Shifting mechanics, the cars and the city itself will keep you on the couch for quite some time.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad
    Red Orchestra 2 is a fickle monster. On the one hand, the innovative gameplay and close attention to realism and detail give this release tons of potential. Unfortunately, the amount of bugs present coupled with the most clueless AI we've seen in awhile takes away a lot from what this game has to offer.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Dead Island
    If you are a fan of the genre, definitely give it a spin. You will no doubt get your money's worth.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 97 Critic Score
    Deus Ex: Human Revolution
    There is very little negative to be said about Human Revolution, just the enemy AI flopping a bit at times, and I certainly doubt that we will find another release to this year that will top what Eidos Montreal has put together here. I'm calling it now, for me, this is the Game Of The Year.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Bodycount
    Bodycount is, at its core, still a fun FPS. It's nice to look at and has enough enemies to keep you interested, as long as you like blastin' fools and wreckin' buildings. While the $60 asking price is a bit hard to swallow, it is well worth an eventual bargain bin pickup.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Crimson Alliance
    If you are a fan of the genre, there's no reason not to give this one a spin. Just be sure to come in looking for more of the "Action" and less of the "RPG".
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron
    Perhaps the most artistically beautiful game I've ever played, it's easy to get lost in the gorgeous environments. Once or twice the art style did take away from the gameplay, appearing as if static was affecting my television and making depth perception harder to comprehend.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Age of Empires Online
    By no means a breakthrough in the RTS genre. Veteran players of games such as StarCraft, Supreme Commander or even Age of Empires III will most likely find that it lacks the depth of its bretheren. Still, in spite of its abysmal AI and other design flaws, AoE Online has a certain appeal, thanks to its interesting progression. For some players, the game will work just like an MMORPG: questing may not always be exciting, but the reward system will keep them coming back.
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