GameSpew's Scores

  • Games
For 3,655 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 51% higher than the average critic
  • 10% same as the average critic
  • 39% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.2 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 100 Cyberpunk 2077
Lowest review score: 10 Planet 2000
Score distribution:
3666 game reviews
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dead or Alive 6 Last Round is the definitive version of Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja's fast-paced fighter, but there are some aspects of it that are a little disappointing, such as low quality story scenes and a lack of cross-play.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Zombutcher will delight lovers of the macabre, Sweeney Todd fans in particular. It's just a shame that it's not the most polished of experiences, and after just a few hours, the repetition starts to sink in.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Draw Me A Pixel is back with a clever and unusual adventure, this time following Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson as they puzzle their way through a glitching video game. There's a lot to love here, but the stretchy control gimmick is not going to be for everyone.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The 2026 Season pack for F1 25 is pretty much a must-have for fans of the sport, keeping the title as authentic as it can be with regards to teams and regulation changes. But caveats such as Co-op Career not being supported will no doubt be disappointing to some.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An emotional blend of story and puzzle, Swan Song is a game that's going to pull at your heartstrings. Its puzzles are well designed too, with only the odd one that's likely to frustrate.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    House Flipper Remastered Collection is undoubtedly the best way to play House Flipper: it looks better, its features have been refined, and it bundles up a huge amount of content. But when the far superior House Flipper 2 exists, this still feels like a step backwards.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're after a light-hearted take on the popular sport, chances are you'll have fun with Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! It has some issues, such as repetitive music and a lack of online multiplayer, but with a solid roster of playable characters and a decent selection of modes, it's certainly worth a look.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A first-person horror game viewed through a body-cam, It Reaches has some neat ideas and provides some genuine scares during its five hour running time. It's also rather unpolished and occasionally frustrating, however.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A retro-styled 8-bit action adventure, there's a lot to like about Mina the Hollower if you don't mind a challenge. But unforgiving combat, accessibility options that lock out achievements, and lack of any guidance makes this a more frustrating experience than it should be.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A puzzle game requiring you to pick up vehicles and objects with your forklift truck and move them to their correct places, Do You even Forklift? is quite quirky and rather fun. It's not all that deep, though, and some may find it soon becoming quite repetitive.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This remake of an arcade classic isn't for everyone, thanks largely to its high level of difficulty that makes it simply feel unfair at times. Those that do have the patience for FZ: Formation Z, however, will likely appreciate the verticality of its stages, as well as the fact you can transform freely between a robot and a fighter jet.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    While Necrophosis: Full Consciousness is described as a first-person horror adventure, it's actually more of a laid-back experience with a grotesque visual style. There are some enjoyable puzzles to overcome here, but on the whole its gameplay is rather basic. Still, with a running time of just a few hours, it provides a night's worth of entertainment for anyone who enjoys all things macabre.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Table Flip Simulator certainly won't impress you with its visuals, and eventually its gameplay may get a little monotonous. It's undeniably great fun throwing random objects at everything and everyone just to see what happens, though. And under the right conditions, finally flipping a table can be very cathartic.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Bubsy 4D is definitely an improvement over the last 3D outing for the wise-cracking bobcat, but there's still lots of room for improvement. Both the camera and controls will feel like your biggest enemy here at times, and unless you're into speedrunning the experience may feel rather brief.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Clearly inspired by Unpacking, Unbox the Room feels like a copy of it that's missing any heart and soul. But for fans who simply enjoy placing belongings inside a room, it provides plenty of entertainment for the few hours it lasts. The ability to move furniture and client requests to follow add a little more depth, too.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's very short but oh-so-sweet: Duck Side of the Moon is a cosy adventure about repairing your ship after crash-landing on a rocky planet, and it'll warm your heart. It's just a shame that it's done with in only a few hours.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    This console port of Lovecraftian adventure game The Shore fails to impress for various reasons. But ultimately, it's brought down by the fact that its story isn't particularly cohesive and its gameplay is unrewarding and clunky.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Last Cat in the Universe is a short tale about mining for resources to provide for the titular feline. It occasionally get a little tedious, but its heart-wrenching story will make you want to hug your cat. Then all the cats.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's a fast-paced, fun and accessible combat system at the heart of Invincible VS, but it's let down by a lack of modes. It's disappointing that its Story Mode comes to an abrupt end, too. Still, you'll get plenty of enjoyment out of it if you're a fan of the franchise.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bus Bound is one of the most accessible bus simulators out there, expecting you to drive with care but not bogging you down with too many intricacies. It works both for and against it: this will be enjoyable for many, but a lack of depth means that it soon becomes quite repetitive. Still, it's worth a look, especially with its budget price.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Aphelion may not impress all that much on the gameplay front, with its traversal and stealth sections sometimes marred by its clunky controls, but its story and presentation pick up the slack, making it an enjoyable trek across an alien planet on the whole.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The Spell Brigade doesn't do anything wrong, but it also doesn't do anything to make itself stand out in a sea of survivors-like games. Its gameplay isn't all that exciting, its art and sound design is ho-hum, and any meaningful upgrades take far too long to unlock. There are plenty of other games in the genre that are far more rewarding to play.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Making your own pots in Kiln using the ever-growing range of options is delightful, truly allowing you to express yourself. And it's fun to take your pots into battle too, at least for a while. With just one match type currently available, Quench, things can soon get a little repetitive.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mixing together adventure, stealth and a gripping narrative makes Tides of Tomorrow a very intriguing prospect indeed. It's just a shame that its novel 'online story-link' mechanic isn't as enjoyable as it should be, leaving you feeling like you're existing in someone else's shadow rather than carving out your own path through this unique world.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Jay and Silent Bob are back in another side-scrolling beat 'em up. Though while Chronic Blunt Punch looks absolutely fantastic and is genuinely humorous at times, its gameplay lets it down.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's too short to pack a real emotional punch, but The Day I Became a Bird is a cute, whimsical story about a schoolboy and his crush. Varied gameplay and fun little activities keep you playing, and the gorgeous art style makes it a worthwhile experience, but you'll likely be left wanting more.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While there are many games based on the works of H.P. Lovecraft, Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss stands out thanks to its focus on you conducting an investigation. With some genuinely tough puzzles to solve, it's just a shame that one or two are more frustrating than they are fun, and that there are numerous technical issues to deal with too.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite the odd bit of patchy voice acting, Hacked: The Streamer weaves a tense, engaging FMV tale that will keep you hooked.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It's beautifully presented, and the puzzle of packing boxes is mildly satisfying. But A Storied Life: Tabitha lets itself down in its storytelling, which is little more than a messy headache of ideas. If you were hoping for something to rival Unpacking, this isn't it.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Taking on the role of a paranormal investigator, The Occultist gives you multiple unique abilities to make use of as you explore areas and solve an assortment of puzzles. It's a bit rough around the edges, but fans of narrative driven supernatual adventures will likely get plenty of enjoyment out of it.

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