Gaming Nexus' Scores

  • Games
For 4,011 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 Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
Lowest review score: 0 AMY
Score distribution:
4015 game reviews
    • 74 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A fun and simple little spatial puzzler, Astroslugs is a pleasant way to spend those fragmented bits of free time.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    ClaDun - This is an RPG! is an unapologetic tribute to the great games of the 8-bit era.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The good news is that Just Cause 2 is an incredibly massive action game that I have no problem recommending. Unfortunately, it's marred by some strange control decisions, bad mission design and some of the most inconsistent voice acting I've heard in years.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A great-looking, over-the-top racer. There’s nothing new here, but everything is done with so much polish and flare that you’ll barely notice.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Skylanders is a fun game, and it does have it's challenging moments. Aside from Hektore pursuing you after getting a crystal and the ice world being a pain, I'm a little disappointed that there's no multiplayer in the 3DS version unless I'm really just missing it. Still, it is one I recommend if you like a good platformer. Just be prepared to spend some money if you plan to unlock everything.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The short length of the campaign and a few overly challenging puzzles are minor blemishes in an overall entertaining and worthwhile experience. Fans of the side-scrolling and platform genres need not look elsewhere, Trine 2 offers a wealth of truly innovative puzzles that are a welcome getaway from the current market of repeated genre titles.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A solid expansion for continuously strong series. Although the campaign is a touch short, there's a lot of fun for the entire ride.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A return to an all-too-overlooked genre, The Whispered World delivers a solid and entertaining 2D adventure.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Band Hero loosens the reins on the game play to make the game more crowd friendly. The anything goes style carries over into the song list where everyone you know is bound to find at least one song they have heard and/or like.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    For someone who has never had the best relationship in the world with old-school 2D platformers, The Fancy Pants Adventures acquaints it itself quite well. Exceptionally strong art design, level design, and music more than make up for the fact that sometimes, no matter what you do, Fancy Pants Man's momentum is going to kill you. However, with all the secret areas and collectibles smartly hidden in each level, there's bound to be something new to do when you try again.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Army of Two: The 40th Day is not going to win anyone's GOTY award. But where pure fun and entertainment are concerned--especially with a friend on your team--it doesn't get better than splashing around in this bloody giggle pool.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Rock Band 3 is a good, solid musical game and those with the past two along with some good amount of DLC will really enjoy it.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite has the gameplay chops to make it a lasting staple in the PSP library, get yourself a copy and tell your friends to join in too, you won't be disappointed, especially if Phantasy Star was your thing back in the day.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    An evolution of the Tropico 3 engine, Absolute Power takes a good game and makes it better. While situations are often played for laughs there is a serious simulation in here and the new features show more of it. Definitely worth the purchase price for fans of the original.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Overall, I found Modern Warfare 2 to be fun but it's starting to lose the appeal it had for me after the fourth time around with Infinity Ward. The campaign is really short and the story's pretty weak. Also, there will be parts that offend people but at least you can skip the "one" mission. Multiplayer can be fun and addicting if you don't get frustrated easily.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    If you aren't a fan of this 15 year old franchise then this won't change that, but everybody else will have a great time surfing the galaxy and busting bubbles!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    All told, AI Wars: Fleet Command is bound to be a delight to any fan of the heavier strategy titles.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Despite a few flaws, Sesame Street: Once upon a Monster provides parents a guilt-free reason to let their kids play video games. The game is geared toward children, yet the co-op makes it fun for parents to play along with them.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    With a great single-player campaign including six fully-playable races, Retribution once again scores a win for the venerable series.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Even on beginner difficulty it can be a struggle to achieve ultimate victory. I recommend UFC Undisputed 2010 to fans of the sport and/or the franchise only. Very few others will have the patience or the dedication required to become competitive at this game.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Beautiful graphics, great commentary, and strong game modes create a very fun basketball game. However, animations that restrict movement and frame rate issues detract from the experience and prevent NBA 2K10 from bringing its "A" game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    NIS has got another hit on their hands with Disgaea 3. It's the solid gameplay that will keep you coming back for more
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Gorgeous and robust, Soul Calibur 5 shows that there is plenty of soul still left to burn in the series. Fans will find plenty to do and should have no problem burning the candles late into the night both online and off; the only problem is that if you didn't love it before, there isn't anything new that will make you a fan now. Instead, SC5 serves as the perfect demonstration of a refined formula that, thankfully, hasn't aimed to fix anything that wasn't broken.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Ultimately, the Qlione bundle that comes at the price of $6.99 on the PSN gives you a good value for a 2D shooter that involves a healthy amount of strategy.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    With all the gore and grit of the original, The Witcher 2 once again delivers a solid and immersive return to the this rich fantasy world.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It may not be as flashy as Uncharted or wipEout, but Plants vs. Zombies makes up for that by offering a ton of great content. Sony's powerful hardware ends up making this one of the best versions of this Pop Cap hit. This download-only title will be the game you come back to time and time again, making it a fantastic investment!
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    inFAMOUS 2: Festival of Blood is an enjoyable adventure that fans of the will thoroughly enjoy. It is a tongue and cheek side-tale in an already entertaining world. If you love inFAMOUs, you will love this chapter as well.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Deadly Creatures is one of those cool, quirky games that you miss the first time around.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Fans of Alan Wake and the paranormal should immediately add American Nightmare to their download queue.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    After spending some time with Tropico 4: Modern Times, it's hard to resist the temptation of spending a few more hours of ruling as either a beloved or hated dictator. The addition of amusing structures and edicts along with a lengthy and quirky campaign create for quite a memorable gaming experience. Often challenged with important questions, gamers are truly given complete freedom in defining their reign as El Presidente.

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