GamingTrend's Scores

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For 5,257 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 69% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 25% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 3.2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 78
Highest review score: 100 Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
Lowest review score: 5 Viridi
Score distribution:
5285 game reviews
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Don't let the shortness of the game dissuade you from the experience, it's worth just about every second of it.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Probably the biggest step in making improvements than any of the other sequels has made. Bottom Line: If you're a fan of the series, you won't be disappointed.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It makes a lot of changes without alienating the core gameplay ideas, and adds a nice coat of polish and variety on top of the previous Battlefield 2142 content.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It has a tough, old-school feeling to it, but it does feel more accessible compared to other Shin Megami Tensei games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you really enjoyed those previous missions, and I know I did, then you will really enjoy the new ways in which you can approach them. The new graphics engine and some more 'weight' to the story make for a more immersive game which is punctuated by a great new music score.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    With better focus on what players want, including four (useful!) costumes per character, a plethora of villians and heroes from Marvel lore, better visuals, tighter RPG elements, less of the Chatty-Cathy moments, and FAR more tough boss and mini-boss battles, Marvel Ultimate Alliance could be the geekfest that keeps players wrapped onto whatever platform they chose like a pair of tight blue spandex with a big 4 on the chest.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you own a PSP and you enjoy tower defense games then buying PixelJunk Monsters Deluxe is a no brainer.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    While the single player may end like a car crash, the multiplayer seems to live forever.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    While the overall presentation may lack the visual punch of a next-generation title, there is no doubt that the innovation in the gameplay and control areas more than make up for it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you enjoy open-world RPGs with real-time action-based combat, it's definitely worth considering a purchase of the Velvet edition once it's released.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you are a fan of Budokai 3, then this might be a good way to relive those memories without getting out a PS2 and hooking it up again.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    While there is an incredible wealth of things to discover and enjoy in Fallout: New Vegas, so much of it will depend on the game being stable enough to see it. The gameplay mechanics (factions, crafting, etc.) that Obsidian has brought to the table are welcome additions, but the framerate issues, lockups, and texture oddities are not.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Most experienced gamers will find this game a little on the short side, but most kids, the actual target audience, will probably think it's just right.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It somehow manages to make a completely stale concept feel fresh again, while providing a ton of replay value through different gameplay modes.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    With the game available from retailers now for $10-$15 less than most newer releases, it’s definitely a great way to unleash your inner dictator.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The camera angles do get frustrating after awhile, but the story, graphics, and extra features make it worthwhile.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Tactical games never had it so good in the Ac!d series.
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    • 85 Critic Score
    With “Trespasser,” Dragon Age: Inquisition feels complete.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Frontier Developments have done a magnificent job of creating an affordable universe that is fun to play. With tons of game styles and the entirety of the Milky Way to explore, this one is truly for space sim buffs with one caveat – if you’re feeling lost, we recommend you check out video tutorials online.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr’s Journey is a one-two punch of fun, casual and amusing gameplay, complete with all the expected charm, humor, and challenge expected of a game in the Mario Universe. Bowser’s Inside Story is one of the more odd and varied titles I’ve ever played, but it is a little too easy. The overall product combines several of the best game styles into one, yet the final product feels incredibly cohesive and is a must play modern Mario experience.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Alan Wake is a gold standard when it comes to telling an incredible story, and nothing has changed with that in Alan Wake Remastered. The gameplay still feels pretty awesome, even if it sometimes shows its age, but nothing about that detracts from one of the best games of the last decade which feels at home, for the most part, in 2021. Visually, this game is taken to new heights, and even if it doesn’t look or play as good as Control, Alan Wake Remastered, like the Bioshock Collection before, will leave players remembering that wonderful day in May of 2010 when they dove into Cauldron Lake for the first time. Or is it an ocean?
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Gran Turismo 7 is an excellent racing simulator for those looking for a more realistic experience or to learn more about cars. There’s a ton of things to do, cars to collect, and tracks to master with the game’s great driving model. While you can feel the sheer passion the developers have for the subject, it does come with some flaws like very slow and tedious progression gates and persistent microtransaction prompts.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It feels odd calling a point & click horror game adorable, but that’s what Bulb Boy is. Heartwarming moments are mixed with gross-out details without any friction. The surreal story has plenty of twists and turns, and the puzzles are enjoyable to work out. This little indie title is truly a gem in its own special way.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    That said, since AllDrive is so important to the overall experience, multiplayer gamers will likely get a lot more out of it than those who play alone. But, if you’re looking for a racing game that’s rewarding, fun, and visually impressive, then Need for Speed Rivals is the game for you.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Layers of Fear 2 is a fascinating horror game that centers on exploring a mysterious ship and its ever-changing layout. It isn't the scariest game, but the unsettling nature of everything you encounter more than makes up for it. The constant environmental changes designed to mess with you are amazing and one of the best aspects.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A visceral assault on the senses, Little Nightmares II drowns you in its thick, moody atmosphere and renders you helpless against the Pale City’s many horrors. It is a meticulously crafted, devilishly clever puzzle-adventure that weaponizes every tool the medium has to offer to terrify you. While it retains many of the flaws that hurt its predecessor, its length, polish, and ambition propel it to the upper echelon of horror games.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    I enjoyed Cold Fear for what it was – an average thriller with some above average story-telling and terrific use of atmosphere.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you enjoy The Sims 4, this is definitely a must-have expansion pack. If you’re familiar with the franchise, you’ll recognize a lot of similar things from Sims 3 University Life. It’s a stressful and hectic expansion, but reflects a realistic college experience. Now, if only one jog could shed 50 pounds in real life….
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a swan song that really isn't a swan song. Remedy ends Alan Wake 2 with a link to what comes next… kind of. If you love Alan Wake 2 as I do, you'll love this, as The Lake House is more of those stylings with an FBC filter. Agent Estevez is awesome in her starring role, along with themes in the narrative that make you look beyond the paint covered canvas.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The overall polish has improved, and there is more fun to be had in this iteration than any previous. It no longer feels like a forced checklist, instead offering players the freedom to partake, skip, or mix and match as much as they see fit.

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