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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 Microsoft Flight Simulator
Lowest review score: 5 Viridi
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,711 out of 5257
  2. Mixed: 1,305 out of 5257
  3. Negative: 241 out of 5257
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    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Remaster
    Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny is a lot of fun. The HD update looks fantastic, while the classic gameplay remains intact. There are some solid quality-of-life updates added that fans are sure to enjoy. The enemy and boss designs are great, and the ensemble cast keeps things interesting. For better or worse, the gameplay is still totally on the classic end and, while most burrs have been buffed out, a few snags may remain for newcomers. This remaster is responsible for winning me over to the Onimusha franchise, and I hope more folks feel the same.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mighty Gunvolt Burst
    Mighty Gunvolt Burst is everything that Mighty No. 9 should’ve been last year. Its excellent retro style, deep customization features, and rewarding progression system pave the way for a fast-paced, fulfilling experience.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition
    I heartily recommend Badland to fans of side-scrolling platformers or anyone looking for a game that’s easy to pick up and play.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NieR: Automata - Become as Gods Edition
    NieR: Automata is a masterclass action game with deep RPG mechanics, and a beautiful open world. While it’s held back by a weak narrative and a clunky game format that mandates replaying hours of content, it offers a wide variety of enjoyable experiences that make it well worth the asking price.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    No Straight Roads
    No Straight Roads is a rockin’ good time with a friend, but beware of the many glitches, bad camera, and attacks not syncing up with the music.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition
    Lichtspeer: Double Speer Edition is a great enhanced port of the original game. While it does have a few more issues than its other counterpart, the additions of co-op and updated save mechanics make this an easy recommendation if you want a cheap indie title to play with friends.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The American Dream
    With a message that is guaranteed to piss off half of the American populous in a hilariously vicious way, The American Dream is one of the most entertaining games in the virtual reality space. What it lacks in longevity, it makes up for in snappy writing, unique aesthetics, and excellent voiceover. Come for the gunplay, stay for man’s best friend, Buddy.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ruiner
    Ruiner is a cyberpunk-style, guns blazing, top-down shooter that pulls no punches when it comes to action. Where the levels lack depth and unique flair, the gameplay makes up for it with a diverse of ways to approach playing.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Daymare: 1998
    Daymare: 1998 is an interesting homage to the Resident Evil franchise, complete with 90s graphics, cheesy characters, and a tough difficulty. Inventory management forces you to think carefully, while boss fights can be tedious and unfair.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Amnesia Collection
    Amnesia: The Collection proves why it’s one of the most imitated horror games of all time: it’s also one of the best. While there’s not a lot of new content for any returning players, if you haven’t played Amnesia, now’s the perfect time to change that.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Atomfall
    While I wouldn’t call Atomfall revolutionary, Rebellion has done a great job of taking a unique setting and putting the right pieces around it. Figuring out where less is more is tantamount to the formula that works for Atomfall, along with offering players a streamlined experience that can be enjoyed for multiple playthroughs. Atomfall is brilliant, and solid in the right places.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Star Wars Pinball: Heroes Within
    If you are a fan of pinball or Star Wars or both—buy this DLC. It’s clear that the people at Zen Studios are experts at both, and $10 is a low price to pay for a few entertaining hours of bumper-slapping.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lost in Harmony
    Lost in Harmony is a very ambitious title that mixes a surprisingly infectious soundtrack with frantic and fun rhythm-platformer gameplay. It’s one musical romp that’s great for rhythm game players of all sorts, and I can’t wait to see what DigixArt does next!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 17
    Madden NFL 17 feels like more Madden NFL 16, which isn’t always a bad thing.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    DreamWorks Voltron VR Chronicles
    It would have been very easy for Digital Domain to make a low-effort Voltron knockoff, but instead Voltron VR Chronicles feels like a small slice of the show brought to life. While it is a little short, and the interactivity is somewhat basic, if you are a fan, this game is a must have. Next time, just let us form Voltron and give us sword and shield VR controls to take out the next episode’s Robeast!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Wizards
    There are plenty of archery, wave-based, and shooter VR titles out there, but none that scratch the spellcasting itch. Thankfully, The Wizards fills that gap with style. What it may occasionally lack in finesse, it makes up for in style, voice work, and gameplay. The Wizards is a solid addition to any VR library.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Puddle
    Puddle is relatively brief and can be tackled within a lazy afternoon or two. There’s not much to the game once you’ve gotten through it – other than going back through to unlock in-game achievements and trying to get gold on each of the levels – but it’s fun while it lasts. It won’t set the world on fire, and it can be crushingly difficult at times, but it’s got a ton of nifty ideas and wrings every single drop out of them – and in that, Puddle greatly succeeds.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Heart of the Forest
    Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Heart of the Forest is a great visual novel with tons of impactful choices, great visuals, and excellent sound design. While it slowly loses steam after the introductory chapters, it’s still well worth multiple playthroughs.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm
    Those who are Ghost Recon fanatics will enjoy this, but those who want to take a look at the series might be better off picking up the original.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Construction Simulator - Spaceport Expansion
    A few bugs continue to hold it back, but about 50 hours of fun is yours for the asking. While it doesn’t take any risks, the Spaceport Expansion for Construction Simulator lets you build an entire space program for a small island from scratch, and that’s satisfying.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A Total War Saga: TROY
    Total War Saga: Troy is a step in an interesting direction. The “Saga” distinction allows the team to try some new concepts without disturbing the main franchise, and it does while remaining faithful to the historic roots of its predecessors, with a dash of the fantastical. Some technical wobbles remain, and the game can be occasionally obtuse, but there’s a lot to enjoy here.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bugsnax
    Bugsnax is an odd combination of Pokémon, a Cabela’s hunting game, and Octodad. It’s got a lot going for it in the fun gameplay, as well as a wonderful island filled with incredible creatures to discover. I do think the ending doesn’t necessarily fit, and the backtracking is annoying, but it doesn’t make the game unenjoyable. If you want the weirdest game of 2020 that's unusually entertaining, then pick up Bugsnax. Now if you’ll excuse me, the Kero Kero Bonito song is stuck in my head again.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Wonderful 101
    The Wonderful 101 is difficult to master, but the fact that it’s difficult to learn is what will hamper the progress of many would-be adventurers looking to join the battle against the GEATHJERK.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Code Name: S.T.E.A.M.
    Code Name S.T.E.A.M. blazes ahead with entertaining characters, a robust host of missions, and engaging combat. Just the right amount of difficulty will keep any strategy fan engaged, and collectibles and multiplayer will keep you in long after the credits roll. Nintendo’s IP is going at only one speed: full S.T.E.A.M. ahead.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yuppie Psycho
    Yuppie Psycho turns a workplace satire into a survival horror adventure, and does right by both parts of that strange formula. Despite some frustration from its punishing difficulty, Yuppie Psycho is a surreal but cogent parody that’s well worth clocking in for.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NAIRI: Tower of Shirin
    Nairi: Tower of Shirin is a witty, cute, and quirky point-and-click adventure. Silly and slightly morbid, Nairi shines with unique characters, hand-drawn artwork, and challenging but fair puzzles. It is held back slightly by some confusing navigation, a few bugs, and the inability to save your progress, but this charming little gem is a must-play for fans of the genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Metroid: Other M
    While I can't call it a worthy successor to the more recent titles, it does manage to approximate the feel of a Metroid game. For the first and only title that Nintendo has let out of the barn, I'd have to say it is a worthy, if incomplete, effort.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Westerado: Double Barreled
    Westerado: Double Barreled has its issues, but it provides a grand adventure on a small scale and lets you find something new each time you play.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mafia II
    Side missions are decidedly absent, the sandbox has no toys to play with, the combat mechanic is a little rough, and you'll spend as much time driving around as you do watching cutscenes. Thankfully the story is decent and different than other crime-based titles, even if it is a completely linear affair.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sudden Strike 4
    Sudden Strike 4 is a great example of a challenging real time strategy game without all of the ‘dirt farming’ aspects of other titles. It requires real thought instead of simply pouring all units into the path of the enemy. There are a few hiccups in terms of pathing and AI, as well as a baffling choice for voicework, but the game has more high points than low. It would also be nice if there was just a little more handholding to bring in new players, but overall Sudden Strike 4 is a welcome addition to the genre.
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