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For 1,076 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 48% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 46% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.4 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 74
Highest review score: 100 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
Lowest review score: 20 Greyhill Incident
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 591 out of 1076
  2. Mixed: 452 out of 1076
  3. Negative: 33 out of 1076
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tell Me Why
    When all is said and done, though Tell Me Why doesn’t necessarily disturb the established Dontnod template too much, it executes it well enough that that doesn't ever seem like an issue. Excellent characters, strong writing, and a deeply personal plot help the player connect with the story. In the end, that most criticisms of the game can be boiled down to “I wish I had had more time to spend in its world and with its characters” should, ultimately, be all that really needs to be said about Tell Me Why.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Yakuza Remastered Collection
    While none of these games should be anyone's entry into the franchise, Yakuza 3, 4, and 5 Remastered are updated enough to not feel too out of place for those who are eager to see Kiryu Kazuma's story through to the end.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rematch
    Rematch does a good job of providing a bite-sized arcade football experience that's backed by smooth performance and simple controls, making it easy to pick up and play.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World
    Forgotten Land gets the polish it always deserved, plus Star Crossed World as a sweet extra.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sonic Colors: Ultimate
    Sonic Colors largely holds up well, and Ultimate is a great way to return or introduce yourself to what is arguably the best designed 3D Sonic game so far.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 5: Rally Adventure
    Forza Horizon 5 continues to deliver excellent racing content with its newest expansion.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged
    Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 does a great job of overcoming the original's shortcomings, and comes out as a more complete and well-rounded racing game. While it isn't immune to scrutiny and criticism, it's still a great arcade racer that's well worth trying out.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NHL 24
    Gameplay updates enhance the on-ice action, and despite some of NHL 24’s touted new features not being new at all, the game’s atmosphere is still electric.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EA Sports WRC
    Those itching for a solid rally racer with plenty of modes and features backed by solid gameplay will find plenty to like about EA Sports WRC.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted
    Plants Vs. Zombies Replanted is a faithful recreation of the original game that brings every bit of its charm and fun gameplay loop to modern platforms.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blood West
    Blood West is an excellent game for fans of stealth games. It makes use of classic design ideas from games as wide ranging as the seminal Thief titles, to more modern ones like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. in order to shape its mechanics and general gameplay loop. The progression system encourages exploration, which is made all the better thanks to excellent level design.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NBA 2K26
    NBA 2K26 delivers sharper on-court gameplay that shines despite the weight of heavy microtransactions holding it back.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Mirage
    Assassin's Creed Mirage looks to the franchise's past, and delivers a strong, focused entry that is exactly what it says on the tin, nothing more and nothing less.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars
    Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars brings the two beloved classics to modern platforms with smart and sensible updates that only reinforce all the reasons the series was so beloved in the first place.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game
    While fans of Tolkien’s works might find the gameplay to be interesting, there isn’t much to chew on when it comes to the story.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Deadlink
    The missteps and fumbles associated with Deadlink – whether inherent or inadvertent – are ultimately an unconvincing argument against playing the game.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    New Tales from the Borderlands
    New Tales from the the Borderlands delivers an entertaining sequel worthy of the Borderlands name, but doesn’t take enough risks to evolve the format.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SteamWorld Heist II
    As far as sequels go, SteamWorld Heist 2 expands on its predecessor's compelling gameplay in multiple ways while providing a compelling new setting. Some aspects need further tidying up, but it's still an enjoyable journey.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Century: Age of Ashes
    Century: Age of Ashes combines a great mix of ideas for an approachable, fun free-to-play game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Mortuary Assistant
    The Mortuary Assistant's console re-release is the perfect excuse to dive into what's genuinely one of the scariest horror games in recent years.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition
    Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition lives up to its title, delivering the best way to experience the classic RTS, even if it could use a bit more polish.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening
    Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening is an interesting take on the strategy genre, choosing to focus more on the administration aspects of running a successful war campaign rather than focusing on the battles themselves.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water
    While there are several better titles in the Fatal Frame series, Maiden of Black Water has aged surprisingly well and can still deliver great fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BlazBlue Entropy Effect X
    Fresh challenge systems and a slick new story make 91Act's rogue-lite that much more compelling, even if some aspects could be better.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EA Sports PGA Tour
    EA Sports PGA Tour is probably the best golf game on the market right now, though that might not be as bold of a statement as it sounds.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Days Gone
    Days Gone's PC port doesn't fix the game's generic premise or writing issues, but it does offer a slew of technical improvements that takes advantage of the PC's better hardware. Pair those with a compelling world and some great gameplay and you have an adventure that's better than it's often given credit for.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SEASON: A letter to the future
    SEASON: A Letter to the Future has all the markings of a relaxing adventure that has something to say about the nature of change.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    CONV/RGENCE: A League of Legends Story
    With heavy doses of action platforming, a dash of Metroidvania and some striking visuals, Convergence: A League of Legends Story provides a compelling side-story for Ekko.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Outlast Trials
    The Outlast Trials is brutal and unrelenting, constantly pushing you into the deep end and taunting you to stay afloat. Some aspects could use further touching up, but if co-op horror is your sickness, then this may be your kind of therapy.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Football Manager 26
    Football Manager 26 lays down a solid new foundation for the series’ next era with engaging tactical systems and addictive management simulation, even if it stumbles with UI issues.
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    Valheim
    Regardless of how you choose to play Valheim, it is a fantastic survival crafting experience that is more than worth its cost for the potentially hundreds of hours you could spend in its world, and it will only get better with time. [Early Access Score = 90]
    • 65 Metascore
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    Dragonkin: The Banished
    Dragonkin: The Banished offers a unique take on the loot-based action RPG genre, placing a strong emphasis on story and customization. [Early Access Review]
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    Dead as Disco
    By the time Dead as Disco exits early access, it should be one for the ages. For now, however, it’s an excellent early access offering that masterfully blends 3D beat ’em up combat with some sick beats. [Early Access Review]
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    Level Zero: Extraction
    Level Zero Extraction is a flawed title not worth investing much time in at this point. [Early Access Score = 40]
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    Grounded 2
    If you can deal with its current optimization hiccups, Grounded 2 is an easy recommendation for those new to survival crafting sandbox. [Early Access Review]
    • 74 Metascore
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    Stormgate
    Stormgate is an interesting new entry in the RTS genre, and while its visuals might be divisive, the gameplay is definitely good enough to get both fans of the genre, as well as newcomers hooked. [Early Access Review Score = 80]
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    Nightingale
    Nightingale is brimming with potential and can grow into something truly fascinating, but it has a long way to go. [Early Access Score = 60]
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    Lightyear Frontier
    Lightyear Frontier impresses with its sci-fi setting, non-violent approach and nature-focused gameplay, to say nothing of the gorgeous visuals. It has a ways to go, though, and some issues to iron out. [Early Access Score = 70]
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    Road to Vostok
    Road to Vostok may be a solo-developed indie game, but its future looks extremely bright, and the foundations already in place give it enormous potential. [Early Access Review]
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    The Forever Winter
    The Forever Winter is an addictive extraction shooter, albeit with a few flaws. [Early Access Score = 70]
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    Spark in the Dark
    Spark in the Dark is a new twist on the old-school dungeon crawling formula, melding Soulslike combat with elements of horror.
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    New Cycle
    New Cycle is nowhere near delivering a mix of resource management, city-building and humane stories like, say, Frostpunk. As repetitive as its core gameplay can get, it is appealing, and hopefully, early access will expand on it while ironing out all the issues. [Early Access Review Score = 60]
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    Palworld
    Palworld is equal parts charming and dark, with a massive world and no restrictions on exploration. Combat needs some fine-tuning and the survival crafting may not be for everyone, but it's early access release is a solid starting point. [Early Access Score = 70]
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    No More Room In Hell 2
    Whatever vision the development team had for No More Room in Hell 2 is squandered by bugs, a dismal gameplay loop, awful permadeath implementation, and more. Even if it's eventually technically sound, the concept needs a lot more work. [Early Access Score = 50]
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    Enshrouded
    While the genre itself is filled with games that are often too derivative of each other without a strong sense of identity, Enshrouded thankfully bucks that trend. [Early Access Score = 70]
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    Pine Harbor
    Pine Harbor's bland quest design and underwhelming voice acting makes it one of the most disappointing early access games of the year. [Early Access Score = 50]
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    The Day Before
    There's a reason the phrase "Buyer beware" remains relevant, and it's because of games like The Day Before. The only bright side to its miserable existence is you can no longer purchase it. [Early Access Score = 1/10]
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    Witchfire
    Witchfire hopes to meld gameplay inspired by Soulslikes and extraction shooters while trying to forge its own identity. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]
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    STEEL HUNTERS
    A mish-mash of genres and convoluted progression dull what's otherwise intriguing art direction and extensive destruction. [Early Access Review]
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    Manor Lords
    Manor Lords still requires time to develop, especially when building out several of its more intriguing features. Nevertheless, its emphasis on medieval city-building with dashes of combat can prove enjoyable. [Early Access Score = 70]
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    Windrose
    Skull and Bones left pirate game fans with an itch it couldn’t quite scratch, leading many to wonder if Windrose might be the solution. [Early Access Review]
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    StarRupture
    Even in its current state, Creepy Jar's sci-fi base-builder offers a lot to keep fans of automation and exploration busy. [Early Access Review]
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    SCP: Fragmented Minds
    As it currently stands, however, SCP: Fragmented Minds is a difficult game to recommend. The pacing issues alone means that you’re going to be spending the vast majority of your time with the game just running around and hiding from goofy looking creatures. [Early Access Review]
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    Assetto Corsa EVO
    Kunos Simulazioni's new racing sim boasts gorgeous visuals and excellent handling but has a long way to go in so many ways. [Early Access Review]
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    Morbid Metal
    SCREEN JUICE's debut has solid foundations and a killer aesthetic, and could become something truly spectacular over time. [Early Access Review]
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    Wreckfest 2
    Bug Bear Studios is back with even more detailed crashes and destructive driving, but it may have jumped the gun a little early. [Early Access Review]
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    Winter Survival
    Lackluster content, clunky combat, dull exploration and more plague DRAGO entertainment's early access survival crafting title. [Early Access Score = 40]
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    Vampires: Bloodlord Rising
    Vampires: Bloodlord Rising promises survival crafting with a complete story and a strong focus on social interaction, but does it deliver? [Early Access Review]
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    ENDLESS Legend 2
    At its core, Endless Legend 2 not only satisfies that itch for one more turn but also for proper set-up and preparation for what future turns could hold. [Early Access Review]
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    The Midnight Walkers
    In its current state, The Midnight Walkers also feels quite repetitive. Once you’ve gotten your hands on some decent enough gear, there just isn’t much incentive to keep playing, at least for the time being. [Early Access Review]
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    Valheim
    Players looking for a hardcore crafting/survival game on consoles likely won’t be able to find much better than Valheim, and its inclusion in Game Pass further makes it an easy choice despite a handful of issues. [Early Access Review Score = 80]
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    Towers of Aghasba
    Towers of Aghasba initially made an impression with its striking art style and approach, yet its inherent design and mechanics are frustratingly flawed. It may look radically different in the coming years, but for now, it's difficult to get into. [Early Access Score = 40]
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    Path of Exile 2
    Path of Exile 2 is everything you could want in a sequel, providing nearly unmatched build-crafting, stunning environments, and engaging boss fights. Even in its current state, the title of "ARPG King" is only a matter of time. [Early Access Score = 80]
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    Hyper Light Breaker
    Heart Machine's early access title tries to combine extraction elements and rogue-like progression to some very mixed results. [Early Access Score = 50]
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    No Rest for the Wicked
    No Rest for the Wicked isn't bad - in fact, there's so much potential in this mishmash of genres that it's worth keeping an eye on. At this stage, however, there are a lot of rough edges to smooth over. [Early Access Score = 60]
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    Bodycam
    Bodycam presents an intriguing perspective for a multiplayer shooter and offers incredible attention to detail with its environments. However, it requires lots of work and features to make it a compelling competitive shooter. [Early Access Score = 60]

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