God is a Geek's Scores

  • Games
For 4,408 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 62% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 32% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.1 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 76
Highest review score: 100 Middle-earth: Shadow of War
Lowest review score: 10 Gene Rain
Score distribution:
4445 game reviews
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time on Switch is just as fun and frantic as it is on Sony's consoles, but it's just that little bit less glorious to look at.
    • 80 Metascore
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    Dreamscaper is beautiful, deep and haunting, deftly combining elements of real-life pain and poignant character development with fast-paced combat in a surreal alternate world.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A steady puzzle game elevated by its story and mystery that's never quite original enough to stand out.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you loved the original, this is just as good, with a great new art style and some nice changes to combat.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A decent puzzle game that doesn't overstay its welcome.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An almost arbitrary re-release of a great game, Dragon’s Crown Pro succeeds on its existing merits but brings nothing new to justify the full price tag.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The near-perfect controls combined with the great soundtrack and visuals mean it’s difficult not to like Luftrausers, and its simplicity makes it accessible to everyone.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Arise: A Simple Story is a delightful mix of stunning visuals, sounds, and engaging story. But there's also a satisfying game underneath to enjoy too.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Alwa's Legacy is a pleasant little game that does a lot of things right, but nothing spectacularly. It's fun, if a little forgettable.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blacktail may not put every foot right, but it's still an enjoyable, compelling romp through a dark and beautiful fairytale world.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Blood West doesn't pull any punches and is more than happy to kill you over and over again, but it makes overcoming the odds so satisfying.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Indika is an ambitious game that's focus on religion is the driving force in its engaging narrative, with simple puzzles and linear gameplay.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Triple Deluxe is a solid platformer bookended by some great extras, even if it is pretty easy, give or take a couple of tricky boss encounters. It lacks the sense of wonderment that Epic Yarn generated with its incredible use of texture, humour and verve, yet is still well worth a look -and is perhaps the finest handheld outing for the cerise sucker.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mario Party Superstars won't change anyone's mind, but for those of us who enjoy it, there ain't no party like a Mario Party-party.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Station to Station is an enjoyable, likable railway builder with a beautiful art style and a charming soundtrack.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The city is the true star of Second Son, and for that alone it is worth playing. However, you need to go in knowing that this is a refinement of the series, and not a revolution in terms of gameplay. The fact that Delsin can absorb other people’s powers means that you’re always getting new toys to play with, and Sucker Punch smartly avoid trying to be ultra serious.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A truly fresh, innovative take on a genre crying out for something new. Freestylegames has utterly succeeded in making Guitar Hero relevant again.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Armello is a great showcase of how a game on mobile and other consoles can be adapted for the Switch.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    You’ll suffer hundreds of deaths in Ghostrunner 2, but every single one is worth it to move you forward step-by-bloody-step.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Granblue Fantasy: Relink is not only a gorgeous game, the combat is satisfying with plenty of experimentation when it comes to your party.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rorona Plus is not an instant classic, but accessible and enjoyable enough that it deserves to be more than just a curio.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Horrifying environments and enemies keep you on your toes, but a few choice mechanics can be frustrating and detract from immersion.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Scarlet Nexus has phenomenal combat that stands tall above many other ARPGs, with a deep story and some gorgeous visuals.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EA Sports WRC is as good as it gets behind the wheel, with Codemasters once again putting out a racer that feels incredible to play.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Turbo Kid is a Metroidvania where you can summon a bike at the push of a button, and that is absolutely as cool as it sounds.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Football Manager 2015 doesn’t take the formula and mix things up too much this time around, but what it has added, gets you even closer to realising your dream of becoming a bonafide football manager. Plus, you can attend the FA Cup final while wearing your Roy Keane pyjamas in the comfort of your own home, and it doesn’t get much better than that.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It’s mad to think how much fun you can have with Pac-man in 2018, but Bandai Namco continue to make these new iterations, adding little bits to make them well worth the investment. It’s hard to know where Pac-Man can go from here, but this is a Switch game well worth having on the go.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    There’s not another game even remotely like Card Shark, and as long as you have the patience to learn its tricks you’ll be delighted by its charm.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    One of the most promising new IPs of this generation so far. Massive, clever and addictive, The Division is Ubisoft at their best.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Lumines Remastered is a welcome return of the stress-free puzzler, turn on, tune in and drop out.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Stealth Inc. was made for handheld gaming, and to have it available on another platform is a bonus. No matter which edition of the game you purchase, you can expect some simple old school gameplay and modern-day challenge that can be enjoyed everywhere.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With nods to the previous games, it makes you wonder what else they have up their sleeve. Probably more genius, tucked up there like a spare hanky. Anyway, now for that 3/10. Oh, it’s too late. You’ve already bought it.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It’s wonderful to be back with Clem, and the new characters are interesting. Even though the story is still in its infancy, it feels like we’ve got plenty to look forward to as the season moves forward.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Rabi-Ribi is a brilliant blend of metroidvania and bullet hell with nice visuals and a catchy story and a great difficulty curve.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A warm, witty adventure game that focuses on giving you control, while telling a good story. The return of King's Quest is only let down by some bizarre technical issues.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Those seeking a hardcore shooting challenge and something a bit different from the usual will find both in BPM: Bullets Per Minute.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hatsune Miku Project Mirai DX is an extremely cute and fun version of our favourite vocaloid’s rhythm game for 3DS.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you have the time, Nobunaga’s Ambition is a rewarding and immersive experience; you’ll be bathing in its wealth of options and historical depth for months.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Last Epoch is a compelling, addictive, and above all creative ARPG that more than deserves its place in the genre.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Planet of Lana is a wonderful puzzler with visuals that will leave you in awe, along with a stunning soundtrack and plenty of challenges.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Elite: Dangerous is a well-made space sim with incredible scope and wondrous plans for the future, but it might put off some players with its complexity.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    When you think you’re seeing a render in-game that looks too good for Switch, that’s because essentially a video is playing. Yes, the actual game part is lower resolution, and yes, of course if you can play it on PS4, Xbox One, or PC, you’ll get the better looking experience, but if you are a Switch-only console household then you’re getting a great looking game that sounds amazing, and tells a story with one of the best takes on mental health in a long time. Play it on handheld with headphones and you’ll be shocked, just don’t be surprised if it looks blurry (and sub-HD) on the big screen.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ys X: Nordics is a fun enough RPG with enjoyable combat, but dull sailing sections and subpar visuals make it a slightly disappointing sequel.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    While When Ski Lifts Go Wrong can be laugh-out-loud funny, it also provides a huge number of challenging puzzles as you try (and often fail) to build reliable structures on unforgiving mountainsides.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Natsuku Chronicles is a seriously entertaining title, which fans of classics like Border Down and R-Type Final will absolutely lap up.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A solid remaster of a good game means that Gravity Rush genuinely feels at home on the PS4.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It’s become cool to hate on Infinite in recent times, but bandwagons be damned, this is a fantastic piece of content, if a little pricey. You already know you’re going to play this if you grabbed Part One, but I’m here to tell you that you won’t be disappointed with Part Two.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The thrill of the fight is fantastic in UFC 5, with improved visuals and animations, and gameplay that elevates fights to a new level.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A creative triumph, with new ideas that last the entire game, some of the best boss battles in ages, and praiseworthy presentation. Paper Mario: The Origami King is only let down by some of the general combat being a bit skippable.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I still believe this game is best on Switch because of the genre but I’m not happy with how the release has been handled and unless patches improve the performance, it isn’t worth getting at full price.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite a seemingly unnecessary level of challenge, Darkwood is genuinely one of the scariest games out there, featuring some of the best sound design in the survival horror genre.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The sheer scope of Everything is an incredible achievement, and it does offer at least a few hours of entertainment, before it inevitably becomes a bit stale.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Having spent a good amount of time across other collections on the system and even Nintendo’s NES Online app, this is easily the worst collection of older games on the Switch in terms of overall feel. While it has loads of games for the asking price, I would rather spend more and buy quality releases piecemeal or buy another collection for the Switch where there is a lot more to the release than just old roms with a few extras.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mandate of Heaven brings some new ideas and challenges to the Three Kingdoms table. In doing so, the power struggles of Ancient China have never felt more real.
    • 80 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    DNF Duel is an extremely welcoming fighting game that I’d recommend to genre veterans and newcomers alike. The battles are tense, the visuals are out of this world and the inputs and tutorials make it really easy to pick up and play. I never thought I’d truly get into this genre of video game, but DNF Duel managed to drag me into it and I couldn’t be happier. [Review in Progress]
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    VVVVVV on the Nintendo Switch is the definitive version of Terry Cavanagh’s classic with an exclusive co-op mode and better performance than the other versions.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you’re in the market for a little puzzler for your Wii U, Pullblox is for you. The amount of content straight out of the box, as well as the potential for thousands of player made levels, means you’ll get value for money. The simplicity of the concept also means that anyone can pick it up and play, although later levels may get a bit too much for younger children.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It feels like a lot of care has been put into Knockout City. The gameplay offers a satisfying loop, and the amount of customisation is staggering. As time ticks on, Knockout City could prove to be a big hit.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Tales of Berseria is not just one of the best Tales games in a long time, but an essential for any JRPG fan. It’s a huge step up from Zestiria in almost every way.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Zero Time Dilemma is a great but flawed end to the Zero Escape trilogy with a very good PS4 port.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Everything about this game outdoes the first, and with the expanded Nemesis System, superb combat, and epic story, you'll be immersed for a long time.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With multiple endings for both the base game and its DLC episode, Layers of Fear: Legacy is certainly one of the most affecting horror games of the last few years and it’s surprisingly at home on the Nintendo Switch. Just don’t play it in bed, or if you like to paint.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Judgment is a new direction for Ryu Ga Gotoku, and whilst it isn't on the same level as Yakuza just yet, there's plenty of room to grow.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A World Betrayed is a decent DLC offering for Total War: Three Kingdoms, offering some interesting new content. However, it doesn't seem to quite land as sweetly as previous DLC.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A unique combination of conversation gameplay and deck building, Signs of the Sojourner is a truly special game dripping in charm.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The controls and UI work well on consoles, and the visuals are great, making Transport Fever 2: Console Edition well worth checking out.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40K: Darktide on PS5 is superb action game filled with brutal violence and all the tongue-in-cheek dry British humour you expect from the universe.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It’s refreshing to play a racing game that doesn’t feel stale when played alone, and that’s all thanks to Drivatar keeping things fresh every time you race.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A huge, bright, and endlessly charming adventure filled with things to do and stuff to unlock.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great port of a nine year old PSP game, LocoRoco 2 Remastered is as fun as it has ever been. Colourful and downright adorable, it’s a game that everyone can (and should) play.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Though it falls foul to the old FPS bane of occasionally stupid AI, Wolfenstein delivers a story-driven campaign experience that manages to be less po-faced than Shadow Fall and more consistently enjoyable than either Ghosts or Battlefield 4. Killing Nazis never looked or felt so good and, let’s face it, what else really matters?
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Considering that Fractured Space is a free-to-play MOBA, there’s a great strategy involved, providing some really tense firefights on the battlefield.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Escape Academy is a fun, addictive puzzler that captures the escape room magic with plenty of detail and variety, you'll just wish it lasted a little longer.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Atelier Dusk Trilogy Deluxe Pack brings three excellent Atelier games to modern systems with most of the previous DLC and while these are great entry points to the series, the ports could have been better.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Pikmin 1+2 are still wonderful games, and although it's a fairly pricey collection having the games on the Switch is lovely.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    I thoroughly enjoyed the VR elements including it's stellar gameplay. Matches are intense, and the focus on team play does the game justice.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is filled with wonderful combat, great visuals, and a decent story, but the technical issues are too prominent to ignore.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fans will love the Lara Croft Collection, but even newcomers just looking for an interesting adventure game will find a lot to like.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Indivisible is just as good as it ever was, and the visuals hold up well on the Nintendo Switch. The story is engrossing, the gameplay is challenging yet fun, and the hand drawn environments are beautiful.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    From its incredible soundtrack to its unbelievably fun gameplay and striking visuals, art of rally is a genuine contender for 2020’s best racer.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake is a top example of bringing back a classic to the present day, with stunning visuals and a great story.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Blackout is as linear as first-person shooters get, and the control method is poor to say the least, but as a casual title it provides surprisingly epic shooting action.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Star Wars: Squadrons is an excellent aerial combat game and a pleasing return to the franchise roots. No gimmicks, no cons, no messing around: anyone who ever dreamed of being a fighter pilot in the Star Wars universe needs to check this out, asap.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Inversus is a decent puzzler that’s much better with friends, but the enjoyment won’t last for long due to limited maps and modes.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a nice showcase for how a mobile game should be ported to the Switch. It includes all the content and supports all input methods. If you enjoy horror jump scare like movies and puzzle games, this is a no brainer purchase. It is accessible and has tweaks to make it better for different kinds of gamers.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Time Loader is a great physics-based puzzler with a ton of heart that grips you emotionally throughout and refuses to let go.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The Switch doesn’t have many racers that offer the same kind of thrills and excitement as Wreckfest at its best.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Planet Zoo: Console Edition offers so much to do, but a lot of work has been put into making it transition nicely to consoles. There's a hefty tutorial and constant help throughout, and with some gorgeous visuals it's well worth trying.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    In a spectacularly immersive setting supported by masterful sound design, SOMA is solid evidence that the Friction Games is still in total control when it comes to horror.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Knights and Bikes is a lovely warm blanket of childhood adventure and imagination, and a perfect game to play with a young family.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Cuisineer is a fun enough food themed video game, but it's a slow starter and has a few issues that hold it back from a Michelin star.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Just a little bit of handholding wouldn’t have gone amiss, but spend some time working out what GoNNER is about and you’ll find a dark yet warm hearted bullet ballet.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The PS5 version of V Rising is just as playable and compelling as the PC version, and you absolutely should play one or the other if possible.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Life is Strange, it always has been, but just like life, don’t let this pass you by.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's neither revolution, nor true evolution, but when the planets align, with a few like-minded friends who've had a few drinks, there's nothing that can touch it, and you'll have tremendous fun.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Those who crave a good logic puzzle and get their kicks from solving logistical nightmares will find a lot to love in Railgrade.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you haven’t played Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons before, this is definitely the version to get since it has an all new proper co-op mode including single Joy-Con support for you to be able to experience this short story on the go with a ready to go co-op setup. If you’ve already played the game, there isn’t much value in getting it again since the main draw is the puzzles and experiencing them for the first time.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors is a surprisingly dense beat-em-up that is lots of fun to play, and the old school aesthetic does it wonders.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Among Us is a superb multiplayer game that is great on Nintendo Switch. It's easy to pick up, but difficult to put down.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Conscript is brutal and unnerving, with the reality of war ever present, and it's take on the survival horror genre feels new yet familiar.

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