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For 3,720 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 67% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 25% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 3.4 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 78
Highest review score: 100 Bayonetta 2
Lowest review score: 10 Super Seducer: How to Talk to Girls
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,518 out of 3720
  2. Mixed: 1,096 out of 3720
  3. Negative: 106 out of 3720
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Riven
    Riven returns with a superb remake that modernises its mysterious world while its multi-layered brain teasers remain as tricky as ever.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Voidling Bound
    Voidling Bound offers silly repetitive fun, especially if you have ever wished you could control your turn-based creature battlers directly, 3rd person shooter style. I had a great time, and whilst I'm sure mileage might vary, I recommend giving it a go.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The Disney Afternoon Collection
    A fantastic collection for fans of Capcom's delightful Disney platformers, now with added Goof Troop.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II
    A satisfying sequel oozing with grim, dark charm that's easy to recommend to fans of 40k and strat fans alike.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    007 First Light
    First Light does not break the mold in any meaningful ways, while not being a bad game either. In fact, IOI's first forray with 007 is pretty great. And with their history of updates and meaningful sequels - I look forward where 007 goes next.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Realm of Ink
    Realm of Ink sets itself apart with a gorgeous art style that makes every run through its isometric hack-and-slash roguelite world a feast for the eyes.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next!
    In the end, Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! is not a deep or competitive tennis simulation, nor does it aspire to be. Instead, it offers a cheerful, chaotic, and relatively inexpensive cartoon party game that thrives when enjoyed with friends on the couch.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Hollowbody
    A desperate search through a quarantined city quickly spirals into a journey filled with unsettling discoveries and difficult truths. Blending retro survival horror design with a futuristic world, the adventure balances exploration, resource management, and suspense across a tightly paced campaign. Though brief, it delivers plenty of atmosphere, mystery, and reasons to see the story through more than once.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tales of Arise - Beyond the Dawn Edition
    A satisfying yet streamlined JRPG that is more character study than grand adventure.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Darksiders Warmastered Edition
    War's journey remains one of the strongest action-adventure experiences of its generation, combining satisfying combat, rewarding exploration, and memorable dungeon design. Its post-apocalyptic world is packed with secrets, powerful enemies, and a story that keeps pushing you toward answers. Even years later, the adventure still feels engaging thanks to its focused design and strong sense of progression.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Mina the Hollower
    Yacht Club Games strikes again with a brilliant homage to Game Boy Color’s favourite titles. Mina the Hollower is a charming title with gorgeous presentation, one apt to be well received by those with an affinity for old school dungeon explorers. Just be warned: looks can be deceiving in its very high difficulty level.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Luna Abyss
    Luna Abyss drops you into a mysterious megastructure carved into a blood red moon, where you play as a prisoner forced into dangerous exploration. As you descend deeper, the story slowly reveals a hidden truth behind the mission, the world’s past, and the strange forces that seem to guide everything from the shadows. It blends shooting, movement, and exploration into a steady journey that focuses more on atmosphere and discovery than nonstop combat.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Call of the Elder Gods
    Out of the Blue Games returns with a solid sequel to Call of the Sea that cosmic horror and puzzle aficionados are bound to enjoy.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Myst
    Myst on PS5 is by far the best way to play the seminal puzzler on modern platforms. Whether you decide to tackle it sitting on the sofa or fully immersed using PSVR2, Cyan Worlds has done a marvelous job of updating and rebuilding the game for modern hardware, while still being unmistakably Myst.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Directive 8020
    Directive 8020 is easily the best entry in The Dark Pictures anthology thus far. Featuring a solid script, strong performances, and new stealth sections that give your actions even more weight while ratcheting up the tension, it’s easy to recommend Directive 8020 to both returning fans of the series and newcomers alike. Just remember to start with Survivor mode if you want the full (and in my mind superior) ghost train experience.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Necrophosis: Full Consciousness
    Necrophosis: Full Consciousness is a haunting descent through a collapsing universe where forgotten gods and endless decay shape every step forward. Its surreal landscapes and grotesque imagery create an unsettling atmosphere that constantly pulls you deeper into its strange world. Even with its simple puzzle structure, the game leaves a lasting impression through pure mood, artistic vision, and existential horror.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
    Yoshi and the Mysterious Book turns exploration into the main focus, putting you inside a living storybook where every page reacts to your curiosity. Instead of pushing you toward a finish line, it encourages you to experiment with creatures and uncover how the world responds to your actions. The result is a relaxed, discovery driven experience that feels more like studying a strange, playful ecosystem than completing traditional levels.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hotel Architect
    Hotel Architect is a charming, addictive, and occasionally chaotic hotel‑building sim that offers a great mix of creativity and management.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Causal Loop
    The use of iterations of yourself to help solve problems is a nice mechanic… watching yourself go and perform a task in one location so you can complete the task in another is an interesting dynamic… just don’t think too much on the philosophy underlying “temporary” selves and what their creation and removal might mean on a moral/ethical level. There are some quirks with the game that might cause more irritation than others… but overall it’s a fun experience and once you get past some of the early dialogue it’s not too bad to listen to the story too.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Invincible VS
    Invincible Vs is a brutal, crunchy, yet surprisingly fast-paced, 3v3 fighter that, mechanically at least, is possibly the closest thing we’ll see to a new Killer Instinct. It’s a superbly animated, well-balanced brawler that hits that sweet spot of being easy to pick up but difficult to master. Though the single player is a little light, there are still plenty of extras for dedicated players to unlock, and a solid online multiplayer mode replete with well-implemented rollback netcode. With 18 characters to choose from at launch and more on the way (add Battle Pope, you cowards!), fans of the source material, or just a good punch-up online, will find plenty to love about Invincible Vs.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 6
    Forza Horizon 6 may not reinvent the wheel, but I’m not sure it needed to. Playground Games has successfully honed the formula to such a fine point that you know exactly what you’re signing up for, and more importantly, you’re pretty much guaranteed a good time. Japan is easily one of the best settings for the series thus far, and even though the characters and writing that wrap around Forza’s latest festival adventure is as groanworthy as it ever was, the racing, atmosphere, killer soundtrack, overwhelming amounts of things to do, and general sense of fun make for one of the best simcade racing games I’ve played since the last one.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
    LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight isn’t just another iterative entry in the franchise; it's a new vision defined by varied gameplay, gorgeous upgraded graphics and clever storytelling. Whether you’re gliding across Gotham's skyline, piecing together detective puzzles or laughing at a perfectly timed gag, the game delivers a rich, polished experience that honors the Dark Knight in a way only LEGO can.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Directive 8020
    The overall plot, cast and character dynamics carry the story forward, and the bug-free experience, full stealth gameplay and other new mechanics set a new standard for future Supermassive games.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
    If you only own a Nintendo Switch 2, Indiana Jones And The Great Circle is an absolutely must-have. Is it worth buying a second time if you already own the Xbox Series X or PS5 version? Not really, but if you want it to be an excuse to play the entire adventure again, then nobody should blame you for doing so. The Switch 2 version running at 30 frames per second will deflate some, but when you consider the addition of gyroscope functionality, the trade-off is worth it. Overall, Indiana Jones And The Great Circle on Switch 2 is a great Switch 2 game, even if it might be a harder sell for those who've already played it.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    MOUSE: P.I. For Hire
    MOUSE: P.I. for Hire is absolutely gorgeous eye and ear candy, but falls short in execution.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Anno 117: Pax Romana - Prophecies of Ash
    Prophecies of Ash is a good first step in the right direction for Anno 117: Pax Romana. The volcanic eruption cycle adds a much-needed challenge to the game and prevents the playthrough from becoming monotonous, while it can be switched off by those who would rather not worry about natural disasters burning half of their cities to the ground.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    MOTORSLICE
    MOTORSLICE is a fast-paced action adventure set inside a massive, mysterious structure where movement and momentum are central to everything you do. You explore a shifting mechanical world filled with hostile machines, using a mix of traversal skills and chainsaw-based combat to push forward. As you climb deeper into its strange environments, it blends platforming, combat, and discovery into a constantly evolving journey that leaves a strong overall impression.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Adorable Adventures
    Adorable Adventures is a relaxed exploration game that focuses on guiding you through nature using scent-based tracking and simple discovery mechanics. It blends light puzzles, environmental interaction, and optional activities into a steady flow that encourages curiosity over challenge. Overall, it delivers a calm, low-pressure experience built around exploration, collection, and small moments of progression.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BALL x PIT - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
    The Shadow Update builds on what already works and expands it in ways that feel thoughtful and consistent. The new characters introduce fresh playstyles, the ball types open up a huge range of combinations, and the added passives and building give you more control over how everything comes together. It’s the kind of update that makes you wonder how the game felt before it existed. With one more free update on the way later this year, it’s clear the game isn’t slowing down, and if this pace continues, it’s only going to get harder to put down.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
    Tamadotchi Life: Living the Dream might not be the bold reinvention some fans hoped for, but it doesn’t need to be to recapture the series’ charm. Even with its missing legacy features and a few creative tools that don’t quite hit the mark, it remains a wonderfully daft, personality‑driven sim that thrives on the unexpected. Perhaps what’s most important, though, is that even after spending a serious amount of time with Living the Dream, it remained funny. It’s the kind of game you dip into for ten minutes and suddenly find yourself grinning at a Mii having a meltdown or, well, trying to stop a Mii from making an ill-timed proposal to someone that’s just not that into them. If you’re willing to embrace its quirks and forgive its limitations, Living the Dream is a welcome, delightfully weird return to one of Nintendo’s most eccentric worlds, and an even better introduction to those yet to familiarise themselves with the Tamadotchi universe.
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