Games Master UK's Scores

  • Games
For 3,901 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 60% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 35% 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 Shadow of the Colossus
Lowest review score: 3 Blood Beach
Score distribution:
3901 game reviews
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Goes beyond mere hack and slash with a genuinely thoughtful approach to combat. [June 2007, p.80]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    In pure racing terms, TDU fails to scale the Everest-like peaks of "Project Gotham 3", but as a <I>driving</I> game it's in a league of its own. [Oct 2006, p.69]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A rapid, beserk, kartload of fun. [Aug 2010, p.88]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A brilliant revolutionary football management game. [Mar 2009, p.69]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    Vigil obviously love the classics but the end result is a solid enough game that feels last gen. [Feb 2010, p.72]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Colourful, clever, strategic and devilishly compelling in multiplayer. [Nov 2007, p.85]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Pocket Paradise's brilliant control scheme elevates it well beyond the original's greatness. [Oct 2008, p.71]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It's imaginative and fun thanks to a wide range of combo possibilities. [June 2012, p.81]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The perfect gaming colonic. [May 2011, p.91]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Faster, flashier and a good deal more fun than previous games in the series. [Nov 2012, p.88]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A marked return to form. [Feb 2013, p.85]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A roguelike for the cerebral pilot. Those with viper-like reflexes shouldn't miss this step up for gaming AI. [Oct 2015, p.69]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    You'll need a sackful of Sony toys to get the most from it, but this delivers hours of ridiculous enjoyment. [Aug 2014, p.64]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The best of its kind on PS2, but rather average in the great scheme of things. [June 2006, p.68]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Intense, anarchic, unrelenting and unsubtle, this is was and IT'S SHOUTING AT YOU. [Jan 2007, p.85]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    A combination of two of our favourite DS genres mixed into one charming game. [May 2009, p.70]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Top of the table. [Jan 2011, p.96]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    A beautiful strategy diamond that breathes new life into a tired genre. [Christmas 2014, p.71]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    The saga ends. While it's never quite great, The Banner Saga 3 is a very good turn-based tactics title. [Issue#333, p.62]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Better than anyone could have honestly hoped for. [May 2007, p.68]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    More a shrunken Okami than a full-blown sequel, but there's just as much to love here. [Mar 2011, p.96]
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    An old classic reborn and a must for shooter fans. Be warned: it's more addictive than ever. [Oct 2009, p.79]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    An intelligent, emotional rollercoaster, and despite its flaws, it is beautifully executed. Trouble is, at times it can be rather coldly executed too. [July 2006, p.56]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    Plenty of outrageous fun, but far too happy to skulk backstage when the action's up front. [Dec 2009, p.83]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Four-player joy, but lone gamers will find something missing. [Dec 2008, p.84]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    An essential slice of football heaven, but some neglected game modes are going stale. [Nov 2018, p.72]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A small but perfectly formed gem. [Apr 2013, p.83]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Another gem. [Sept 2012, p.107]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    A delightfully nostalgic, but harsh, RPG treat, oozing old school charm. [July 2012, p.90]
    • Games Master UK
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Part Metroid, part Minecraft and 100% wonderful. [Nov 2013, p.73]
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