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For 4,010 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 68% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 27% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 77
Highest review score: 100 Dark Souls
Lowest review score: 0 House M.D.
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,583 out of 4010
  2. Mixed: 1,171 out of 4010
  3. Negative: 256 out of 4010
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    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Out of the Park Baseball 15
    Whether you want to just jump right into a game or season, or want to create a league from scratch, Out of the Park ’15 has the ability to do it and once again raises the bar for baseball management simulators. While the 3D effects to need some work, there’s no doubt that this is an awesome simulator for those who want to customize any and every aspect of the game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    SIFU
    Sifu is the epitome of a well-made martial arts video game that infuses cultural storytelling, brutal combat and a dash of roguelike. With its beautiful art direction, excellent soundtrack, and immaculate attention to detail, it is sure to rivet the attention of anyone interested.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Witness
    They really don't make 'em like this any more. The Witness is an amazing game that you'll love to hate for its challenge, cursing it, wondering why you made the purchase, and then something will click for you, and it'll become one of the best games you've ever played.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Okami HD
    Okami HD is a beautiful and enjoyable game and I’m glad I finally got the chance to play through it. You now have three ways to use the Celestial Brush and each way has certain instances where it might work better than the other two. Between the great cel-shaded graphics and relaxing music and atmosphere, Okami HD is an amazing game that fans and newcomers to the game should check out.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Basketball Pro Management 2015
    If you’re a fan of the sport and have always wanted to manage your own team, definitely give this one a shot.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Mass Effect
    Role-players, put your lighters up in the air. This is every bit the sci-fi rock concert it was meant to be, with an unbeatable cast, an impenetrable storyline, and an undeniable gravity making Mass Effect impossible to escape.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Bayonetta 2
    Bayonetta 2 is a smashing success, and proves that the WiiU can be the home of some great core titles.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords
    An incredible 4X space-based strategy title, sure to cause sleepless nights and groggy mornings. For those with “one-more-turn syndrome”, this one will consume your world.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Euro Truck Simulator 2
    With its stellar gameplay and presentation, Euro Truck Simulator 2 set a new standard for the simulation genre.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition
    The Witcher 3 today is just as much a master class in game and story design as it was four years ago. Feral Interactive did an impressive job porting this gigantic RPG to Switch.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    God of War
    This is a skull-smashing story about making mistakes and taking responsibility. While hacking and slashing their enemies, a father and son build bonds of love and loyalty. God of War is a minor masterpiece.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 6
    Forza Horizon 6 lands the Horizon Festival in Japan with all the polish and ambition you'd expect from Playground Games, delivering one of the most beautifully realized open worlds in the series' history. The dual campaign structure adds a new layer of depth. The Discover Japan content helps sell the setting in a way that feels deeper than surface level tourism. Fans will be right at home here. Forza Horizon 6 is, in almost every meaningful way, more Forza Horizon. If you've loved it in the past, you'll love it again. Frankly, it just doesn't get much better than this.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Elderand
    If you’re into Metroidvanias, Elderand is a fantastic entry for the genre. The game looks and sounds great, the controls and mechanics and tight and responsive, and the challenge is fair with tough boss fights that are very learnable. With multiple weapon types to swap between and some optional things you can do that might change the game’s outcome, there’s no doubt that I’ll be playing through Elderand again. This is definitely one I’d recommend checking out.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Sektori
    Sektori is an adrenaline-fueled, edge-of-your-seat assault on the senses. I barely blinked, I barely breathed, and I’m seldom so enthralled with a video game, even if I can’t manage to beat it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Hot Wheels Unleashed
    Hot Wheels Unleashed is an instant classic, a licensed game with AAA production values that never stops delivering thrills. With enough content and features to satisfy the most demanding audience, Hot Wheels focus on razor sharp arcade racing delivers exactly what fans want – tons of cool cars, wild tracks, and collectable, customizable fun. Our highest recommendation.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    INSIDE
    Inside is an incredibly and thought provoking experience from start to finish and a game that I won't soon forget.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred
    With a stack of new mechanics, a tight new campaign story, and some great seasonal content, Vessel of Hatred piles more awesome Diablo IV goodness onto the already incredible base game - itself further refined by a year's worth of seasonal updates. If you enjoyed Diablo IV even slightly, consider this expansion a must-play.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Knytt Underground
    Knytt Underground is sure to be one of the most controversial games of the year. It's daring in all the right ways, poking at hot topics and digging into the origins of religion. Even if you ignore the deeply personal narrative, you'll find that Knytt Underground offers one of the most elaborate game worlds ever created. It's a marvel that will keep you going for dozens of hours!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom
    Ni No Kuni II is a machine that runs on beauty, fun and delight. With simple storylines and engaging characters, it weaves a narrative that captures the optimistic nature of childhood, without forgetting to deliver deep RPG mechanics. Utterly abandoning many of the confounding elements of the original title, Ni No Kuni II marches to its own quirky beat. This is a game that will be remembered as a classic.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter: World
    Monster Hunter World is a fascinating and beautiful game. MMO fans, action fans, RPG fans, and open world fans will all find something to love. This is a game that invites players in and gradually reveals its glorious depths. The non-conventional multi-player aspect might take some time to get used to, but the core loop of hunting monsters and crafting gear is so strong and addictive that even the most skeptical players will be snared by Monster Hunter's hooks if they give it half a chance.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Gorogoa
    Gorogoa is a relaxing, intriguing puzzle game that is a must-have addition to anyone’s game library. With unique art and unique gameplay, it’s a fresh new take on the genre, and its quality reflects the fact that it took years to perfect.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Rise
    Monster Hunter Rise pulls the best features from past games to create an experience that feels particularly tuned for a handheld system. With plenty of quality-of-life improvements and several fun new mechanics, Rise pushes the franchise forward while retaining all of the depth and fun that fans expect. Another stellar release from Capcom.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Kirby: Triple Deluxe
    You can't go wrong in picking up Kirby Triple Deluxe. This is a fantastic game that is a showcase piece for the franchise. 3DS owners need to have this one in their library.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
    With the core team assembled, Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth feels like embarking on a fantastic adventure with a gang of your best friends. More open, action-packed, and surprisingly funny, Rebirth gives players days of content and the freedom to pursue it, while still telling a wonderful and cohesive story. Every aspect of Remake has been examined, refined, and improved. This is the franchise's Empire Strikes Back, in all the best ways.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Ninja Gaiden
    Aside from the camera issues I'd say that Ninja Gaiden is everything that I could have hoped for in an action game. It's got intense action, a deep and varied combat system, lush visuals and the overall challenge that I had been waiting for.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Shadow Hearts: Covenant
    I haven’t played an RPG this good since "Dark Cloud 2." It’s so polished and ingenious that it’s a wonder that Midway hasn’t put more marketing muscle behind it. Make no mistake, this is the best RPG to come out this year and may very well be the best RPG to come out for quite some time.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Downwell
    Downwell is pretty much the best mobile game on the go for the Vita. If the iOS controls were better, I wouldn't have felt the need to make the platform jump. But it plays so well on the Vita, it's practically perfect.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 2
    Forza Horizon 2 is just about everything you would expect from an already superb game upgraded and moved to a stronger platform.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Baldur's Gate 3
    An incredible detailed and large game, Baldur's Gate 3 is a joy for RPG fans and fans of the pen and paper game as well.
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    • 95 Critic Score
    Hitman 3
    Hitman 3 is a stunningly intricate work of video game art. As a franchise neophyte, I was delighted by the amazing world building and level design. While I expected a gangbusters action game, Hitman 3's more deliberate pacing has converted me into a series fan. Beautiful, sophisticated, and a mountain of fun, Hitman 3 is a revelation.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Microsoft Flight Simulator
    A beautiful experience. Even with the long load times and, overall, feeling that this game is catered to hardcore players, there's no getting around just how gorgeous and fun it truly is.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Windbound
    Windbound is a delight. With a few UX issues and a bit of repetition holding it back from all-time-great status, this game is still a wonder to explore and discover. The sailing is fantastic, the island exploration is intriguing, and the sting of dying isn't so bad that it should scare away roguelike-haters. The world of Windbound is so well made that you may want to dip into it just to hang out for a while. Fun, exciting, and rewarding.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
    Smash Bros for 3DS is a solid polish of everything that made Brawl great, but faster, tighter and with even more content.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
    Pocket Dungeon grabbed me immediately and hasn’t let go. Everything in this puzzle game works; the aesthetic, controls, modes, bosses, replayability. A puzzle game that has this level of polish will stand the test of time with the likes of Tetris.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Destiny 2: The Witch Queen
    Destiny 2 has tried to be many things over its four and a half years, and while it seemed there has always been a step back for every two steps forward the game would make, The Witch Queen is one giant leap ahead. With this expansion, Destiny 2 is quite simply at the best game state it has ever been, and offers so much to do and reason to do it that every player that ever loved this game should give it a shot to rekindle exactly what it was that sparked that passion in the first place.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Act of Aggression
    Diverse factions and units, continually evolving gameplay, and authentic-feeling maps make for a must-own game for RTS enthusiasts and newcomers.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Pinball FX 2
    Zen Studios has done wonders for the pinball genre over the past couple of years. The Xbox One version of their digital pinball platform is a big improvement over the previous releases, and the lineup of available (and upcoming) tables are easily some of the best experiences you can get on the platform.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Subnautica: Below Zero
    Subnautica: Below Zero further refines the survival sim, setting a new highpoint for the genre with sky-high production values and amazing world building. Every excursion is risky and rewarding, as the game continues to tease, push, and pull the player ever deeper into its labyrinth. An extraordinary visual delight, Below Zero has the chops to match its graphics with superb gameplay. Subnautica: Below Zero is a masterclass in game design.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    DmC: Devil May Cry
    DmC Devil May Cry is a great action title and a worthy modernizing of a classic franchise that was a little too “of its generation” for modern gamers to embrace. However, no one should have any problem embracing DmC Devil May Cry.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Last Clockwinder
    The Last Clockwinder is a must-play for VR owners – full stop. Even beyond VR, it simply doesn’t get much better than this. If you’re like me, and are experiencing a new reality for the first time, this is a fantastic gateway game that I can’t say enough great things about. A few minor technical hiccups are present, but that’s borderline nitpicking at this near-perfect package.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    FIFA 16
    With a refined gameplay that requires a more tactical approach to achieve success, fine tuning of numerous details, and deeper options for both online and offline play, FIFA 16 has proven yet again to be the quintessential title for fans of the beautiful game.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal
    After spending 20+ hours with this game I have no qualms calling it the best action platformer of 2004. It’s just so insanely polished, beautifully designed and amazingly addictive that it’s a wonder that it took me this long to review it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Swarm 2
    Swarm 2 improves almost everything from the stellar first entry, while adding a roguelike structure that makes the game that much more addictive. At this point, if you haven’t played a Swarm game, you are failing at VR. There just aren't that many games that can grant this freedom of motion without a side helping of nausea. You owe it to yourself to experience the pure joy of movement that Swarm 2 offers.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Sorcerer King
    Tried and true mechanics combine with flexible customization and an interesting asymmetric challenge to create a fun, challenging game. Worth playing for both newcomers and fantasy TBS veterans alike. A dash of humor and sense of progress make the time fly by.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Out of the Park Baseball 16
    Out of the Park ’16 proves once again why it’s the go-to series for baseball management simulators. With the new license to use real MLB players and the other additions and improvements, there’s not much you can’t do in this year’s edition. If you’re looking for a great baseball management simulator, you’ll be hard pressed to find something better.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Odyssey
    Not since Breath of the Wild have I enjoyed an open world game this much. With so much to see and do, Assassin's Creed Odyssey is one of, it not the best, game in the Assassin's Creed franchise—and absolutely a game of the year contender.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Ion Fury
    Ion Fury made me feel like a kid again and it's not just nostalgia that makes the game great. The is classic run and gun FPS action at it's purest and despite running on 20 year old tech, it's still a hell of a lot of fun and is one of my favorite games of 2019 so far.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Marvel's Spider-Man
    Insomniac has delivered one of the best Spider-Man games to date by nailing all of the details—big and small.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Persona 5 Royal
    Atlus has undoubtedly created a definitive experience that takes the crown jewel JRPG of the generation. Persona 5 Royal improves on everything the vanilla version was lacking, with new content, gameplay adjustments, and quality of life improvements, whilst telling a compelling narrative with colorful characters. This PlayStation 5 native port may be off-putting to previous owners on PlayStation 4 with no upgrade paths, but the faster load times, silky smooth 60 frames per second, 4K native resolution, and all included DLC make this title a must-play for any JRPG fan.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Sleeping Dogs
    Sleeping Dogs provides players with an engrossing narrative set to the atmospheric and richly-detailed backdrop of Hong Kong. An extensive array of additional missions and activities ensure there are always opportunities for further adventure and action to discover while roaming the streets. Along with an impressive presentation for both the visuals and music, Sleeping Dogs is without doubt the sleeper hit of this year for open world action games.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    ZEN Pinball 2: The Walking Dead
    Easily one of the best tables that Zen has produced to date. Every aspect of this table captures the essence and spirit of Tell Tale’s adventures. This is a must buy for fans of Zen’s pinball platforms.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
    Pocket Dungeon grabbed me immediately and hasn’t let go. Everything in this puzzle game works; the aesthetic, controls, modes, bosses, replayability. A puzzle game that has this level of polish will stand the test of time with the likes of Tetris.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 2
    Resident Evil 2 is a breath of fresh (or should I say foul and dead?) air into the bloated world of open-ended gameplay mechanics that, instead of leaving the player feeling empty and exhausted for the amount of options, leave them with a constant sense of tension but knowledge and will to push on. Truly an innovation that proves its necessity.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Forspoken
    Forspoken is absolutely fantastic. With all the spells you can unlock, the gear you can upgrade, the fights, the bosses, and a storyline that rivals the best video game stories, this isn't a return to form for SquareEnix, it's a testament that they still got it, and will have it for a very, very long time.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Vampire Survivors
    While excellent, Vampire Survivors it is still an overly simple game. This is also pretty much a straightforward port across to a new system. There is nothing unique about this version vs any previous medium the game has landed on. But it remains unpretentious and excellent fun, is dirt cheap to jump into, and lays out the roadmap to play through it while drip feeding progress adeptly. It deserves to land as close to perfect as our scoring system permits.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3
    Persona 3 is one of the most polished and enjoyable PS2 titles I have ever had the joy of playing and reviewing.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Metro Redux
    Metro Redux is the perfect entry point for series newcomers as it combines two of the best shooters in recent times in a remastered collection. In addition, series fans are in for a huge treat with the remastered Metro 2033 and Last Light games for replaying their favorite moments with improved gameplay and visuals. Metro Redux is far more than a high definition update, it's a truly remastered and definite experience.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Spyro Reignited Trilogy
    The Spyro Reignited Trilogy is an absolute pleasure and a strong continuation of Activision's commitment to remastering classic games. For those who grew up with or loved the old Spyro games, I can't imagine you won't find yourself engrossed in the collective quality of these remasters. For those new to the world of Spyro, this game is a winner even without its history. Plus, a very attainable set of achievements (or trophies) means you can earn yourself some rewards along the way.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Halo Wars 2
    Halo Wars 2 is an absolute masterstroke, taking console RTS limitations and somehow not only bypassing them, but making them unmissable features. This is one of the most well-made and cleverly designed games I have played in a long time. I hope it sets a precedent for other games to follow.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD
    Ten years later, Twilight Princess is still a tale masterfully told and designed. The gameplay and story hold up remarkably well, and the HD visuals, updated textures, and a handful of improved mechanics make the HD version the definitive edition of the game. In a word, it is a masterpiece, then and now.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Crypt of the NecroDancer
    Crypt of the Necrodancer is an awesome rhythm game you don’t want to pass up if you’re into the genre.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    BioShock Infinite
    BioShock Infinite is such a fun game with an incredible atmosphere. The long wait has been worth it and Irrational Games has done an incredible job at bringing Booker, Elizabeth, and Columbia to life.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Dark Souls II
    Dark Souls II carries on the Souls series' trend of being one of the most unique, well made, and difficult Action RPGs on the market. Its a strong sequel that shows Dark Souls wasn't just a fluke, and that this series is here to stay.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Destiny 2: The Final Shape
    As a solo player there were many moments where Bungie was clearly leaving my ilk behind. But on the other hand, they've finally unleashed the power fantasy and given players the tools to be the space wizard gods we've always dreamed of. The narrative the campaign delivers is a worthy and satisfying conclusion to all of those years spent loving this game. With Bungie already starting walking back some of the changes that hurt solo players the most, it's fair to say The Final Shape probably eclipses The Witch Queen as the best this game has ever been. Ten years on and we've arrived at the summit the journey deserved.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Last of Us Part II Remastered
    Regardless of if you’re experiencing the story for the first time, or returning for the $10 upgrade, this is the definitive version of one of the finest video games ever made. It’s worth playing for the story alone, but the No Return mode is an intense and fun addition that might keep you around longer than you expect.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Out of the Park Baseball 17
    As it’s done in the past, Out of the Park 17 shows why it’s the go-to simulation series for someone wanting to manage a baseball team, historical or present day.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    ScreamRide
    The most fun I have had with a videogame in 2015 so far. I think the idea of this game is brilliant, and it is absolutely addicting to play.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Firewatch
    Even better than presenting its dangers, Firewatch presents the threat of danger. This is no feel-good summer beach read; this is a brutally beautiful and fragile story of people running from their problems—and problems running away from any tidy conclusions. This is the video game equivalent of a page turner, and adventure games have rarely been in finer form.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Last of Us Part II
    Ultimately, I can't call this game perfect, but I can call it compelling. I can say it is an absolute joy to play. I can say it is a natural extension of the first one which was best in class, but takes the story into an entirely new direction, taking a very different path.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    NieR: Automata - Game of the YoRHa Edition
    NieR Automata: Game of the YoRHa Edition was my first foray into the NieR series and I personally loved it. I know some people soured on having to basically replay the same game again just to get to the third run that opened up more of the story, but the first two routes don’t take incredibly long to play through if you don’t do any side missions. Then again doing the side missions just made the game more fun for me and I kept forgetting that I needed to finish the main story to write this review. If you’re into hack-and-slash RPGs and don’t mind having to play through the game three times to experience the full story, give this game a shot.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Forgotten City
    The Forgotten City is a modern classic, an utterly compelling video game that reinvents the adventure genre through intriguing writing and exploration. With stellar voice acting, sparkling conversation, and story twists to spare, The Forgotten City is one of the best games I've played this year, and one of the best video game narratives I've ever encountered. Utterly original, completely entrancing.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Wolf Among Us: Episode 1 - Faith
    There's a lot in The Wolf Among Us for Fables fans to get excited about. And if you're new to the series, it's just as good an introduction as reading the first tradeback. I enjoyed 'Faith' so much that I did two run-throughs in one sitting, and I can't wait to see where my decisions lead in the next episode.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Ghost of Tsushima
    Ghost of Tsushima is a beautifully crafted adventure that distinguishes itself as one of the great titles of this console generation.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Saints Row
    Volition’s gamble to reset and reground Saints Row pays off generously. A visual delight, with plenty of gameplay mechanics to keep players goofing off for days, and the Santo Ileso setting is one of the best in video game history. Sure, the shooting gets redundant after a while, but with so much to see and do you can go hours in between gun battles. Saints Row manages retain what players loved while feeling fresh and new. Other reboots, take note – this is how you do it.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Deathloop
    Deathloop is one of the finest, most unique experiences in the video game space in recent memory. Sure, it’s got that familiar Arkane feel, but the amalgamation of all of Deathloop’s various influences, genuinely comedic writing, great voice acting, intricate level design, and an engaging, mysterious story that unfolds as you play make Deathloop an absolute joy to play.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Luftrausers
    The easiest way to summarize Luftrausers is to call it the Hotline Miami of dogfighting games. It's incredibly difficult, but it's really good at sinking it's claws into you to keep you launching your planes onto the battlefield.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest Heroes II
    If you played the first Dragon Quest Heroes, know that this sequel improves in just about every single facet. I'm impressed that Koei Tecmo didn't just phone this one in, but made some great changes that really enhance the overall experience.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Starfield
    When they are firing on all cylinders, Bethesda games deliver pure video game magic, and Starfield is no exception. Offering an enormous galaxy to explore, a ludicrous wealth of interesting content, well-written characters, and innovative mechanics that push the genre in new directions, Starfield is a (mostly) clean experience at launch that should be experienced by all action/RPG fans. This is a new classic.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    EVE Online
    A robust tutorial. Classless character builds. Overwhelmingly open-ended gameplay. Ship designs you’ll need to wear a bib for. And a breed of PvP that’ll make adrenaline junkies sign up for rehab. Sci-fi worshipers: This is your Mecca.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Resident Evil Village
    Resident Evil Village earns a spot right up there as one of the very best Resident Evil games in the franchise’s 25 year run. Village is an amalgamation of what made Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil 7 fan-favourite entries. Though it also delivers on it’s own ambition with new breeds of terrifying enemies never seen before in Resident Evil. The Village is a desolate, decrepit, dolorous setting but undeniably beautiful thanks to some of the best art direction ever seen in the series. In an age of day one patches and bugs, Resident Evil looks and runs flawlessly on the PlayStation 5 version used in this review. Resident Evil Village is a Game of the Year contender.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Anno 2205
    Aside from the sea battles, Anno 2205 is, without a doubt, the best entry in the series yet. The combination of finely tuned city-building and economy-management gameplay make for an addictive experience that is impossible to put down.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    LittleBigPlanet PS Vita
    It might have taken them a few months but Sony has finally found a title to sell their new handheld system. LittleBigPlanet is more than just the best game available for the Vita, it is the best entry in the LBP series to date. It should be mandatory to have this game if you own a Vita!
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    ARC Raiders
    ARC Raiders is a massive achievement, bringing the extraction shooter to a mainstream audience with immaculate gunplay, sound design, gameplay systems, and world-building. Embark Studios has planted a flag as one of the best, if not the best, multiplayer shooter developers in the industry.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action
    Endlessly stylish, emotionally gripping and deceptively addictive, VA-11 HALL-A is the pure essence of a visual novel: a digital page-turner filled with unforgettable characters and set in an infectious cyberpunk noir that will live in your head for weeks after you’ve put the game down.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Hogwarts Legacy
    The bottom line is that Hogwarts Legacy is fun. Exploring the school, Hogsmeade and the surrounding hamlets is rewarding. The spells feel like they’ve come alive from the pages of the books. Combat is exciting and very challenging on the higher settings. But it’s not without some faults. Glitches are encountered frequently, and some parts of the game can be frustrating. On PS5, Hogwarts Legacy looks and runs great. If you’re really into the world of Harry Potter, or open world games in general, you are going to love Hogwarts Legacy.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Hi-Fi Rush
    Hi-Fi Rush is a light-hearted game about comradery and taking down corpo, mixing fantastic animation, amazing character development, larger than life bosses and more charm than a bassist after getting props for a gig. If Bethesda is doing games like this in 2023, hand me that guitar pick. I'm ready to rock!
    • 76 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Bravely Default II
    Bravely Default II is a throwback to the Final Fantasy games of the '80s, in all the best ways. Some modern quality-of-life enhancements smooth the road a bit, but all the good stuff you remember is here for the taking. If grinding monsters for levels, unlocking new skills, and hunting for missing crystals is your idea of a good time, then Bravely Default is your video game nirvana.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Dragon's Crown
    Dragon’s Crown is a masterpiece. The gameplay is simple enough for casual play but offers deep components to compliment it for those who want more from their games on both single and multiplayer levels.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection
    Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection is an absolutely incredible collection of the classic games with some great quality of life features added to them. The documentary is a fascinating look into the history of the Mortal Kombat team and the development of the series. It's a shame that the online features are barebones as of now, but I think for old school Mortal Kombat fans, this collection is a dream come true and has personally reignited my love for this franchise.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Persona 5
    I'm glad to say that Persona 5 is everything I had hoped it would be and then some. The incremental improvements over the gameplay of Persona 4, the visuals, the soundtrack, all of it came together almost perfectly. That translation could have used a little bit more polish, but otherwise this is the finest work Atlus has ever produced.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Cities: Skylines
    Cities: Skylines brings the city building genre back after its near demise from other series' flawed game releases. The inclusion of large game maps, natural resources management, addictive progression system, and all of it running at a near-flawless technical performance make Cities: Skylines the new standard in city building games.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Absolver
    Absolver is one of the top games of the year. While its level design can use some work, its combat system should be studied and worshiped by anyone trying to make a fighting game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    DG2: Defense Grid 2
    Even if you've never played a tower defense game before or are looking to get into the genre, this is a good one to start out on.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
    The scope and depth of Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth are stunning, as is the amount of addictive fun the game provides. With a ton of new mechanics, minigames that are more like full-sized games, and great characters, this enormous (and enormously entertaining) action/RPG title is one of the best values in AAA gaming. Like a Dragon is willing to do anything to entertain you. You should probably get on board if you aren't already.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Ziggurat
    Ziggurat is Milkstone Studios' first game of this scope, and I both hope and believe it will be their breakout game. It is everything a roguelike game should be, and so much more.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D
    If you’re a fan of the series, this is one you definitely don’t want to overlook.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Borderlands 2
    Borderlands 2 takes the franchises's successful formula of tons of guns and absurd humor combined with enough bells and whistles to make you drool like a dog at feeding time and simply updates it instead of changing it completely.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard
    Just like when Resident Evil 4 reinvented the series, Resident Evil 7 has done just the same. Resident Evil 7 is an absolutely terrifying and thrilling survival horror game that starts off strong and never lets up until the final credits start rolling.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 5
    Forza Horizon 5 is built to deliver hour after hour of glossy, beautiful fun. Hit the race mechanics as deeply as you like. Zip around the amazingly beautiful map in a Corvette for no reason at all. Find secrets. Build out your car collection. Get rich. Have a good time the way you want. Go anywhere, do anything, just don’t skip this stellar game.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Out of the Park Baseball 14
    Much like last year, Out of the Park 2014 shows why it's one of the best baseball management simulators out there. Whether you want to take control of a pre-made team, play through any past season from as far back as 1871, or create your own league and rules, OOTP 14 gives you practically endless possibilities and options to manage a baseball team.
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    DYSCHRONIA: Chronos Alternate
    Dyschronia: Chronos Alternate moves MyDearest’s living-anime games forward several steps by adding a greater degree of interactivity to the already excellent storytelling. Though the slow burn may put some players off, those with patience will find an intriguing mystery in a fabulously built sci-fi world. Well worth a look for anime fans; Dyschronia: Chronos Alternate hints at some great things to come, both from this series and this developer. [Early Access Provisional Score = 85]
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    Ark of Charon
    Ark of Charon presents as a visually appealing and intriguing title that unfortunately falls short in execution. Its blend of tower defense and colony simulation has potential, yet the game's finer details—such as the cumbersome controls, underdeveloped mechanics, and lack of engaging storytelling take away from the overall enjoyment. While Ark of Charon shines in its peaceful rhythm of base-building, this strength is not enough to keep me attempting to rebuild the life tree. As it stands, Ark of Charon feels like a game best suited for occasional play rather than a long-term commitment. But, it is in Early Access, so I have no problem giving this a second look down the road. [Early Access Provisional Score = 65]
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    Final Fury
    While pretty light on content, the price of this Early Access fighter is just right. With a surprising amount of depth for such a limited stable of characters, Final Fury will have you laughing and talking smack to your buddies with the best of them. The timing takes practice, and there is a learning curve to understand the characters' interactions, which makes the core gameplay of Final Fury quite solid. Additional content drops for the game will only make it better. [Early Access Provisional Score = 75]
    • 73 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Temtem
    Temtem is as good as it gets when it comes to competition versus Pokémon. Even in Early Access, it surpasses the most recent Pokémon games and it’s exciting to think about how the best is yet to come with Temtem. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]

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