GameFocus' Scores

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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:
1355 game reviews
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Tekken 6 PSP experience may not be as "complete" as some may have liked, but the game packs enough punch to make it a worthwhile addition to your portable game collection, particularly if you’re a fan of portable fighting games.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    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.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the end, for those like myself who absolutely adored what Dragon Age: Origins had to offer, you have no reason not to pick up Awakenings and continue your Grey Warden’s epic adventure.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite not being quite as expansive as the home consoles versions, this game certainly deserves the attention of Vita owners. If we compare this title to other handheld entries, we can see how ambitious Ubisoft was in trying to translate the full Assassin's Creed experience on a handheld.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With this game, Beenox is once again solidifying their reputation as a movie-licensed game developer and will surely continue to surprise us in the future. After giving one of my favourite games based off an animated movie (Bee Movie), Monsters vs. Aliens does it again and delivers a fun and satisfying experience that every member of the family will enjoy.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Overall, I liked the new direction of the franchise. Don't fool yourself though, this is still Guitar Hero, through and through.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Not often do you see a game that is equally rewarding as it is frustrating; and it's not because the game is unfair.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Overall, I liked the new direction of the franchise. Don't fool yourself though, this is still Guitar Hero, through and through.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The additions add a lot to the game and it’s nice to see a unifying theme- the ability to organically develop your own golfer.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Unlike other Kingdom Hearts, this version lends itself well to being able to pick it up and put it down making it a game you can play for quite a long time and still enjoy when you do play it. There is though, enough meat in this game to satisfy the person who wants to play this game very seriously and tear though the content.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    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.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I have to credit Klei for putting together a game that pretty much superseded my expectations all the way around. Violent, brutal and fast-paced action, enjoyable platforming, fun bosses and a fresh ambiance that kept my controller glued to my hand from start to finish.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I can say that Kinect Sports is now my second favorite Kinect title, right behind Dance Central.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the end, for those like myself who absolutely adored what Dragon Age: Origins had to offer, you have no reason not to pick up Awakenings and continue your Grey Warden’s epic adventure.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Monsters vs. Aliens is a solid game that really makes the most of its source material. While it’s relatively short, there’s a ton of fun packed into every minute of play time. Even if you weren’t a fan of the movie, the gameplay here is fun enough to recommend to anyone looking for a good action/platformer on the Wii. Beenox seem set to dispel the myth that all movie-licensed games need to be absolute crap, and I have to say, they’re doing an excellent job, so far.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Tiger Woods franchise has seen a lot of changes over the last few years and the improved Career mode, along with the inclusion of The Masters, are welcomed additions.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Tiger Woods franchise has seen a lot of changes over the last few years and the improved Career mode, along with the inclusion of The Masters, are welcomed additions.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    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.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you are a big fan of Civilization IV you probably will enjoy Colonization even though it feels like a rushed attempt at expanding Civilization IV. Only buy if you are a serious fan of the series and Civilization IV is no longer enticing you to play.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It’s obviously not a game that will sell millions but it’s one of these games that need to be tried out at least once in your life. And since EA (apparently) won’t be releasing this game every year, it’s good to see how it has evolved since Head Coach 06.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    And Yet It Moves is one of those unique titles that only come around once in a while. The 15 dollar price tag may deter a few but competition modes, achievements and a stunning audio-visual experience make the title well worth the price. If nothing else, you’ll be getting a unique and dizzying adventure through this not-so common puzzle platformer.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blitz is about thumbing your nose at reality and glorifying the exciting parts of football.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Considering the $20 price-point, getting a friend to play with shouldn't be a problem and will most certainly lead to some long rallies and plenty of smack-talk.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    All in all, you get exactly what you can expect from Chronicles of Mystara: An excellent, old-school brawler that won’t necessarily please younger gamers, but that will almost certainly delight older, nostalgic fans.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For the Naruto faithful this game is as good as it gets, and compared to some of the dreck that other anime studios have pushed into the gaming world fans can do a lot worse.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you are a gamer who likes their PSP (and what is not to love) then this action role playing title is for you and is a must buy. Especially if the upcoming Xbox 360 exclusive Star Ocean: The Last Hope interests you then find out why the series is loved by the older gamer who grew up on the original games.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    At the end of the day, Monopoly Streets won't replace the real Monopoly in your weekly family board game meet-up, but EA Salt Lake still manages to bring a faithful and interesting representation of the classic - yet simultaneously frustrating and mesmerizing - board game to your console.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Anomaly: Warzone Earth is seriously a great value at $10. You will get more time and enjoyment out of this fun and addictive budget title than you will likely have gotten from many full retail priced games.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    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.

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