Hardcore Gamer's Scores

  • Games
For 4,328 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 50% higher than the average critic
  • 9% same as the average critic
  • 41% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.4 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 100 Balatro
Lowest review score: 20 Final Fantasy: All the Bravest
Score distribution:
4331 game reviews
    • tbd Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Boasting highly chore-like qualities, it is nowhere near worth the low price of admission.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As it stands we’re left with a very fun beat-em-up – with very funny writing – that ultimately outstays its welcome.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Tropico 5 managed to disappoint more than it excited.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The New Order is also easily the most enjoyable shooter in years, boasting a tongue-in-cheek dose of ’80s B-movie action that easily topples the previous entry in the series. There’s a lengthy campaign, some genuinely impressive set pieces and, most importantly, incredibly fun gameplay. And that’s something I did Nazi coming.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    More like an effort-intensive relationship than an adrenaline-inducing one-night-stand, Transistor is a must-play for those who are committed to its cause. However, those who are looking for an instantly-gripping cheap thrill should look elsewhere as this is a game that must be seen through to the very last second.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The main game is quite memorable though thanks to the concept being so different, and it’s worth checking out for most retro-loving fans — it’s just not something that’s likely to appeal to many beyond that fanbase.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    If you’re still intrigued by Lili, go with the far less expensive iOS version and enjoy its repetitive play in short bursts.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    At the end of the day, NinjaBee crafted a fantastic game that’s worth every cent of its cost and every second of your time.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    You probably already know whether or not this is a game for you, so if you don’t have a problem with lots of reading and very minimal visual presentation, you can’t go wrong with Dark Scavenger.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mugen Souls Z isn’t a great RPG, but it’s an entertaining one, and there’s enough meat on its bones to keep you playing for a good long while.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There’s a lot of upside in this title, especially with Renegade Kid’s announcement of a second season featuring entirely new content, but as it stands Moon Chronicles doesn’t quite live up to its lofty potential.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    BattleBlock Theater doesn’t do anything particularly new, but that’s perfectly okay, because everything it does do it does without a hitch to speak of.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Messing up might make one shout obscenities, but it’s still fun to try and conquer each stage. Unfortunately, it’s starting to show its age with rather uninspired visuals and a lack of in-game user created stage sharing.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metamorphosis improves on République’s initial episode in a number of ways, not the least of which being that it raises the emotional stakes of the story.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As adventure games go, The Tesla Effect is pretty average.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    This quirky, spastic shooter has rightfully earned its seat at the Indie Game Round Table.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Walking Dead Season 2: Episode 3 – In Harm’s Way is another strong addition into an already compelling universe.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Borderlands 2 is serious fun, but has serious problems.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Tough racetracks and quick losses lend themselves very well to short bursts of gameplay, but in a world where Jet Car Stunts 2 exists, alongside other, more polished challenging games, it simply doesn’t hold up.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    There are still some qualms here and there, such as the returning frame-rate slowdown and repetitiveness, but in general this is a solid action-RPG that should be played by anyone who adores the genre.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a spellbinding visual novel, then don’t waste another minute searching for one, because Hakuoki is what you want.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Leo’s Fortune is conceptually, stylistically and mechanically one of the best iOS games on the market.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Full Bore is a very entertaining puzzle game worth your time if you don’t mind a more cerebral experience.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Chronology is a great example of how a few warts can taint an otherwise pretty package.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Kentucky Route Zero manages to cover fascinating new ground with each act, and I can’t wait to see where it goes from here. More importantly, I can’t wait to see all the strange sights along the way.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    There are much better puzzlers on the 3DS eShop than Bit Boy!! Arcade, so you’re better off skipping this flawed endeavor unless you really want to hear a red, cherub-faced cube talk like a serial killer.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Last Tinker: City of Colors is certainly not for challenge junkies, but anyone looking for a downright pleasant experience full of charm and whimsy will not be disappointed.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Bound by Flame is a charming RPG that’s fundamentally and mechanically flawed.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    MLB 14: The Show was a great game a month ago when it came out on PlayStation 3, and it remains so on PlayStation 4.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Life Goes On is a clever and fun puzzle/platformer with a surprising amount of replayability, and if that results in a few thousand dead minions, at least they left a helpful corpse behind.

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