GameGrin's Scores

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For 3,349 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 51% higher than the average critic
  • 18% same as the average critic
  • 31% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.9 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 100 Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound
Lowest review score: 10 FIND ALL
Score distribution:
3352 game reviews
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lots of bonus content, and seeing Raziel was very exciting all over again, but sadly I found the frustrating parts of both games still just as frustrating.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Day of Infamy is not a game that will tear down the hegemony of Battlefield or Call of Duty, but like other realistic shooter out there, it provides an alternative FPS experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Parking Garage Rally Circuit is a retro-inspired racer with smooth drifting controls and crazy tracks to race. This game can be very challenging yet rewarding at the same time!
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Duck Paradox is good but it will require a lot of patience and skill to get through 30 stages in one run. Patience, multitasking, and a little luck will go a long way. Just make sure you don’t go too crazy.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Silky smooth arcade racing at its very best, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 - Turbocharged may not stray too far from the previous title, but still packs in enough features to keep you whizzing around those little plastic tracks for hours and hours.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Battlestar Galactica Deadlock finally gives us a solid game based on the popular franchise. It doesn’t attempt anything new but some polish issues aside it’s a solid strategy game that does a good job of translating the feel of the show.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The characters and the overall art style are cutesy, sure. But that shouldn’t deter you from the solid build-em-up that’s underneath it all. A great game to get into the resource strategy genre with, and just as good for those that are au fait with the genre already.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Square-Enix are off to an excellent start with the first episode of Hitman, the gameplay is challenging while remaining fun and creative. Occasional performance issues do little to spoil the experience, as the level of detail more than makes up for the framerate problems.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Headlander is a funny, well designed game with an excellent aesthetic, it's a shame that a few shortcomings let it down in the long run.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I really enjoyed what the game had to show me in the end, and I’d highly recommend it if you can get past the slightly odd writing style and enjoy the medium. There is a lot of content for what you pay, and it’s worth it as a stand-alone episode.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Contraband Police is an enjoyable experience, but it has some annoying bits to deal with and there are definitely better alternatives with similar premises and gameplay.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With striking visuals and satisfyingly smooth combat, Death of a Wish is an action-packed RPG that you won’t want to miss.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus tells an engaging mystery tale set in a fascinating world. An easy recommendation for fans of similar titles.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you’re a fan of the first Monaco, this is better in every way. If you’re not, you just might find that this heist title is right up your alley.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A collection of fantastic ideas and art direction, held together by some very unfortunate execution.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    King Arthur: Knight's Tale is a great turn-based strategy game, but vastly more so for those well-versed in Arthurian legend. That said, even if you don't know much about the legend — or want to learn about it — this is a great game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Eternal Strands is an amazing adventure that excels in combat and exploration. Finding unique sights, battling fearsome bosses, and crafting incredible gear makes it extremely fun to play. Highly recommended.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A fairly solid attempt, the changes to multiplayer bring out a large mix of good and bad responses from me. In the end I believe that they have pushed away from the original DoWs a bit too much. They still need to return to their roots! I am sure they will do it eventually.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    An epic open-world Action RPG with a tonne of content and genuinely enjoyable exploration makes for a great new IP. There are a few niggles with controls and loading times, and it’s not always clear what you need to do, but when the game is this much fun, I’m happy to overlook those.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you can look past the little annoyances like grinding and the frame rate, then Warrior Orochi 4, coupled with fun gameplay and pretty looking environments, makes for a rather welcome instalment into the franchise.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition is a great game for anyone who loves JRPGs or wants to check out Chrono Cross for the first time, or again. The updated graphics and battle mechanics make this worth the lower price tag.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Trifox is an interesting mix of a 3D platformer and twin-stick shooters with a unique skill tree system that allows you to make your own loadouts. The pacing felt slow, and there isn't much of a story here.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Real Bout Fatal Fury 2: The Newcomers is a rerelease of the original game that was on the Neo Geo, it is a challenging game with local and online co-op with 22 fighters.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Sovereign Syndicate is an enjoyable tale of three people, murder, revenge, and redemption. Though the lack of voice acting and minor bugs may keep some away, if you’re in the market for a good story and an interesting mystery, I recommend giving it a try!
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    TWEWY -Final Remix- does a stellar job with updating the DS originals visual and aural design. Some control issues and changes to combat mechanics to fit the Nintendo Switch are unfortunate but the story and game systems are still excellent and will still have you eagerly trying to survive the Reaper’s Game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dark Train has broken the mold when it comes to puzzle games and created a very dark and engaging experience, despite not having a storyline. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for a puzzle game that does not hold your hand.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A good remaster of a great game. If you’re into hacking demons and/or angels to bits, Zelda-style puzzles or both, Darksiders: Warmastered Edition will no doubt satisfy you.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Wales Interactive deliver a game that excels in taking the player into a mysterious and unsettling place rife with oddball characters, creepy radio stations and untimely death. However, it is not without issue and at times feels a little disjointed in delivery.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The Darkside Detective is an adventure game that will have you laughing as you solve the mysteries behind the paranormal events plaguing Twin Lakes. With great visuals, music and movie references this is a must play!
    • 77 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Souldiers is a must-play title for anyone who loves Metroidvania-style games with RPG and platforming elements thrown in. Despite a few hiccups at launch, v1.1.1 addresses all the issues, making this gorgeous-looking and -sounding game one you shouldn’t miss!
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A solid story mode combined with tight racing mechanics make Screamer the potential racing game of the year.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    One of the most polished biking sims I’ve ever experienced, MotoGP 22 will please both series veterans and newcomers willing to take the time to learn the sim-heavy mechanics.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bravely Default 2 on the Switch is a competent JRPG that doesn’t really try anything new, but it does everything so well that it doesn’t even matter.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Easy enough for newcomers to just pick up and play, and providing just enough fun and familiar challenge for veterans of the genre.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Worms W.M.D as a whole is a lot of fun, it’s the best 2D Worms title we’ve had in a long time and it reminds me why these games are so enjoyable to play. If you are looking for a multiplayer game to play with family and friends on the couch or for a game night over the internet you could do a lot worse than get a bout of Worms!
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Full disclosure, this started as a video review, but the program I used managed to mess up the recording. I’ll probably do the rest of the episodes as video reviews, if I can get things running correctly. I’m eagerly awaiting the next episode, titled The Pact, as several of the plots The Enigma began look promising, and incredibly interesting.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Fans of the franchise should pick this up, if they’re eager to see what Kingdom Hearts III will have in store, although newcomers would do better to pick one of the previous HD remakes.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With an increase in scope and improvements in every area, Q.U.B.E. 2 shows that Toxic Games have learnt from their experience and are doing a great job. This is an excellent title that is even better than the great game that it follows on from.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    All in all BULLET SOUL is a great little shooter, it’s challenging and the ghost bullet gimmick indirectly changes how you need to play to earn high scores. The game is solidly put together and any fan of bullet hell shooters will definitely want this in their collection.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A fun and challenging puzzle game that is best played co-op. If you are on your own, racing against the timer and trying to move heavy blocks around can become quite hard and get frustrating.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Short and sweet, The Pale Reach offers the perfect excuse to return to the world of DREDGE. And as one of the best indie titles of the year, how could anyone refuse?
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A good game that suffers from a few balancing issues in places and some frustration bugs. Nonetheless, still a solid and fun co-op experience.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Grapple Dog is a charming and inventive 2D platformer with a solid foundation that’s not afraid to ramp up the challenge when needed. It still needs some work in the performance and accessibility departments, but fans of the genre should still check it out.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While Demonschool has a few issues to be fixed, it will leave you wanting to play more. With relatable characters, fun dialogue, and atmospheric music, Demonschool is a fun experience for fans of turn-based battle.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest Heroes 2 is undoubtedly a step in the right direction, but it doesn’t feel like a big enough leap. There are minor gameplay improvements that result in a more unique and refined experience, but at it’s core the game is still struggling to pull itself away from the Dynasty Warriors series.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    If you want a great story told well, that will last an afternoon, then get Tacoma. It knows what it wants to be, and it does that perfectly.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    The most infuriating part about Tchia is that the very few enjoyable moments are incredible, letting you see exactly how great of a title this could have been if it weren't for its many lacking elements.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Nice to see another Assassin’s Creed game to explain yet another exciting story on another character, well done Ubisoft.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fitness Circuit is a great fitness game that requires a small time commitment and has a fun gameplay component that makes it feel more like a game than just working out. The biggest criticism I have is the repetitive music that you hear, I wish there were more options to select instead of just turning it down.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Definitely a Marmite game, you’ll either love it or hate it. Unfortunately, even looking at it objectively, it’s difficult for me to recommend.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Jaws made it scary to go into the water; this makes it seem all tranquil and comfy. A game absolutely worth playing if you love collecting or just want to relax.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A debut game that sets a high standard moving forward for Polygon Treehouse. Truly fitting their mission statement of creating "adventures to feed your soul", Röki is excellent.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Reignbreaker is a great rogue-like set in a dystopian punk world that feels more forgiving than titles like Hades.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Going Medieval is a fun game, but over time, it starts to lose the charm and allure that you feel when you first start.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    PGA Tour 2K21 is a standout golfing experience in its own right that any fan, veteran or novice, can play to enjoy a golfing experience tailored for them.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    There might be some faults throughout but they don't stop Frozen Synapse 2 from being a solid sequel that is worth your time.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Wizard of Legend is a welcome addition to the library of procedurally generated roguelikes, offering players a challenging arena-based dungeon crawler with unforgiving combat and a vast number of abilities to choose from. Occasional performance niggles can ruin the experience, but they are few and far between.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Those who are looking to add some pointy-ears to their game will find a faction with a high skill ceiling and impressive design. At £14 for just one faction, however, you might want to wait until it’s on sale.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Not only is WWE 2K22 better in every way than the previous game in the series, it’s arguably the best and most fun WWE title since the PS2 glory days. One that will certainly make you acknowledge the Head of the Table!
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Running around, shooting people, stealing cars and shoving grenades down throats. That’s what you want from a Saints Row game. Newcomers to the franchise will enjoy the heck out of it, but longtime fans won’t find anything new. Pretty, but not new.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kaiju Wars is a great game for anyone who loves classic monster movies, old school games, and strategy titles that have you using your brains trying to protect the city, not destroy it.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Super Meat Boy 3D is the punishing and challenging game you expect, but it lacks the personality of the original and odd camera angles make it tricky.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A solid version of a classic, with some nice extras. It’s faithful to the gameplay and it looks the part, but it doesn’t do anything that we haven’t seen before. If you’re not looking for a reinvention, then it’s a good game to play, just don’t expect to be overly surprised by anything.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A beautiful and unique puzzle game that will really require you to use your brain and think. This game is a must-play even to just experience manipulating two different dimensions to get your alien to the goal.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A solid expansion that brings a lot of new toys to play with and mission variations to play in. The campaign is a fun exploration of a pivotal time in Mechwarrior lore. If you own Mechwarrior 5 you should own this.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dead of Darkness is a creepy and challenging survival horror title with an interesting story that makes you want to solve the mystery of what is happening here.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Men in Black: Most Wanted is a solid VR game that does right by its IP and is a fun game throughout; it doesn’t do anything extraordinary, and the visuals can be a bit flat at times, but it’s a good time.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A competent entry to the WRC series by Kylotonn Games, and the handling model has improved a lot since their previous outing, however, the title is let down by some oddities and bugs that can sometimes make gameplay more effort than it needs be. Choose this if you want a decent rally experience, without the harrowing difficulty that DiRT Rally will put your way.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    An engrossing combat system and numerous novel gameplay mechanics save what would have otherwise been merely a passable Dark Souls tribute from total mediocrity. Sadly, there’s still too much harming the experience to justify a wholehearted recommendation. It ain’t Souls and it certainly ain’t polished, but it's not terrible either.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Deadpool fans need this game; VR action game fans will probably like it too. Be Deadpool.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While we all wait for the inevitable porting of Super Mario Maker to Switch, BlockQuest Maker provides a perfectly serviceable alternative for anyone eager to create and share their own devious levels with friends and strangers alike.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Grimvalor is a side-scrolling platformer for people who love the challenge that the Dark Souls series entails, but hate the punishing gameplay that comes along with it. Despite its lacklustre story, the gameplay is fast, fluid and constantly evolving to keep things engaging until the very end.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It would take a careless development team to create a terrible remake of a game, and Triskell Interactive are not one of them; they faithfully created something worth playing while integrating the feeling of playing the original
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Planet Coaster 2 is one of the pinnacles of the theme park simulator genre and while it doesn’t have a smooth learning curve for newcomers, it’s safe to say that those who have already mastered its systems will enjoy it immensely.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Demon's Mirror is a good roguelike deckbuilder, though be prepared to keep in mind all sorts of complex mechanics and attacks coming your way, lest your run comes to an untimely end.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Clustertruck is exactly what it’s aiming to be. It’s fun, fast, and fluid, letting you lose hours trying and trying to jump just right, to move just fast enough. The custom maps that the community has already made and sent out into the world are sure to provide plenty of replayability, complementing the great levels that come with the game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Axiom Verge 2 is a 2D metroidvania game that focuses on exploration in its huge environment. If you played the first Axiom Verge game you may be disappointed in some of the changes like lack of weapons and less of a combat experience.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    They Shall Not Pass is a good start to making that season pass feel like it was worth the money, though I doubt it will pull many people into buying the full game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While Chaos;Child doesn't do much to innovate the genre at all, I can't deny that the story, sound and art are incredible. Although, the Delusion trigger system feels pointless and changes next to nothing. This doesn't damage the story or any other aspect of the game, but is disappointing. Any fans of the series or graphic novels will thoroughly enjoy this game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    If the worst thing you can say about a rougelite is that it kills you, then Noita can’t be that bad. I’m a big fan of this game and can’t wait to play some more.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Traveller’s Tales return to the LEGO fray is a double-edged sword of good intentions, and the over-complication of its famous brand of gameplay. At its best, The Skywalker Saga sees itself touching greatness it hasn’t seen since the seventh generation of gaming.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Frogun is a must-play for 3D platformer enthusiasts that love retro-inspired titles. As long as you come with tempered expectations and expect a collect-a-thon more than fast-paced platforming, you'll love it.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you don't mind the relatively ugly graphics at times and are interested in trying out a boomer shooter that encourages a bit more strategy, then SPRAWL might just be the perfect title for you.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Party Animals is a great multiplayer title to play with friends that won’t get boring or super repetitive like other titles in the genre. With a huge variety of characters and maps to check out, this will keep you busy for a long time.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Stolen Realm is a fun RPG to play with friends and by yourself, especially if you don’t have the time or resources to set an entire campaign. Make sure you know what you’re doing and you’ll come out fine.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Contra: Operation Galuga is a worthy entry in the Contra series. The run-’n’-gun action is addictive; combined with great visuals and music, this is a game to check out and replay.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Whilst the story isn’t as strong as the previous title, the endearing, well-written characters and exciting battle systems make this a Trails game that’s well worth it for long-time fans of the franchise.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Slime Rancher 2 might be more of the same, but it’s still really good at the end of the day. With a new world, refinements to its design and mechanics, and tons of quality-of-life improvements, what else do you need in a sequel?
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Copious amounts of story content occasionally broken up by challenging tactical combat will keep you entertained for hours. Masquerada is a beautiful game with fantastic well written characters and a plethora of story content. If you’re the type that likes to take their time and absorb themselves in the world then Masquerada: Songs and Shadows is the game for you.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Playing as the Kandarian Demon isn’t as fun as it should be and the single-player experience is somewhat lacking, but if you want to team up with three friends and show a bunch’a deadites just how deadly a prosthetic chainsaw can be, this is the game for you.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A fantastic roguelite with fast-paced action, light-hearted humour, and a great cast of characters. Though it may wear on you on a long play session, Wild Bastards has earned its place as Void Bastard’s successor.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown has a lot to offer fans of the series, but might struggle to attract others thanks to the challenge and lack of interactivity.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A compelling game, being just short enough to not overstay it’s welcome.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Revenge of the Savage Planet is an excellent, goo-filled adventure with plenty to do on your journey from being a hapless fool to a genuine space hero.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bombslinger is an updated take on a classic genre. The game's strengths come from the way it combines the arcade feel of its action with the brutal approach of the rogue-like genre. It's a simple game, but one that offers inventiveness and swathes of charm that should keep players sticking around for a long time after the credits roll.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Room to Grow stands apart from anything else available in the puzzle game market. It may not inspire a whole new era of puzzle gaming, but it does provide a novel and genuinely challenging experience.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    There are some issues with the game, but they certainly don’t hamper the fun of smashing through the walls of Detroit.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fury Unleashed is endlessly replayable and enormously satisfying with its appetising composition of big guns, big challenge, and even bigger rewards.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Whilst not an outstanding score, this game is still fun and I had a blast reviewing it. The pacing of the battles make it very accessible for the general player without much experience with strategy JRPGs. But with the mundanity of certain aspects of the game, pacing being off and with its current RSP. It’s hard to recommend unless on sale.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    In an industry that likes to hold the player’s hand at every opportunity, telling them when and where to press certain buttons and use certain skills, a game not treating you like an idiot is a breath of fresh air. Some may want a little more from Circles, but the game has set out to accomplish a certain style and it does so with aplomb.

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