Impulsegamer's Scores

  • Games
For 3,686 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 OlliOlli World
Lowest review score: 10 Super Seducer: How to Talk to Girls
Score distribution:
3689 game reviews
    • 88 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Mario Kart 8 is a return of one of Nintendo’s most beloved franchises, and is just as chaotic as ever.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Murdered Soul Suspect is a game that is hard to recommend in terms of gameplay and due to a lack of substantial content.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    In short, the dialogue was witty, amusing, and full of fun references. The graphics were beautiful and had a fitting art style that added to the game. And the story was interesting and made me want to play more.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Bound by Flame is a little overpriced considering its gaming flaws.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A first person shooter that doesn't take itself too seriously but still delivers a fun gaming experience!
    • 46 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    The Amazing Spiderman 2 may not do total justice to our hero, but the ride is a good comic book distraction.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Diablo III Reaper of Souls boasts great graphics, sturdy gameplay and a very interesting story that will have both veterans and newcomers entertained.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Thanks to Mario Golf World Tour, golfing has never been this fun!
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    • 74 Critic Score
    Great graphics, accurate controls and realistic physics makes Pure Pinball an enjoyable iOS title!
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Cloudbuilt is fun once you get the hang of things. A good challenge for those that do not frustrate easily.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Child of Light is a beautifully created game that looks like some lost fairy tale come to life.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It’s certainly not as ‘awesome’ as its movie counterpart but there’s some genuine fun to be had with this.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Warlords requires a fair commitment to delve into and once there, fails to reward adequately - the game feels unbalanced as a whole.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls Online carries on the tradition of gaming we know and love with a twist of adding in MMO.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    LEGO The Hobbit is a fun game with a sturdy gaming engine but it definitely doesn't give this genre anything new.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Kinect Sports Rivals is a good game on the Xbox One but it's not the game that successfully turns Kinect into a true gaming medium.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Strike Suit Zero Director's Cut is a good game on the XBox One and if you have a hankering for this genre than I do suggest you check out this game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The worlds of puzzle-wizard Professor Layton and ace attorney Phoenix Wright combine for the ultimate brain teaser.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 46 Critic Score
    It is unfortunate that my first experience with Dynasty Warriors was so disappointing, but as a newcomer the bland gameplay, bland environments and bland AI doesn’t make me want to come back.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're a fan of this series, you'll probably be picking this up but for newcomers, it may be a difficult choice!
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Yoshi’s New Island while harkening back to the previous titles does not bring much new to the series though it’s an excellent start for someone new to the series.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Second Son is easily the best game in the franchise that not only contains superior gaming mechanics but it has some spectacular graphics and special effects!
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy is a puzzle game that doesn’t just exist to solve cryptic riddles but also to provide pure entertainment and enjoyment.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Overall, Final Fantasy X is one of the greatest Japanese RPG's around and this release offers two awesome games for the price of one.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    If there is only one game you buy all year than Oceanhorn should be it, especially if you love those classic Nintendo adventure games.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Yaiba: Ninja Gaiden Z delivers in some respects but fails on others.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    All in all, a package that includes one of the PS2’s best games and a high point in the Final Fantasy franchise with the bonus of its pleasantly solid sequel is one that shouldn’t be missed.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Offering at least 35 hours of play, Dark Souls II is a challenging experience and a satisfyingly in depth game that rewards perseverance and intelligent tactics.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Castlevania Lords of Shadow is a must play game on the PlayStation 3 that really draws you in from the start to give you a spectacular journey of good versus evil in this beautifully presented sequel.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Titanfall is definitely a breath of fresh and features a very sturdy gaming engine that is let down by an almost non-existent story.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SteamWorld Dig is a much needed casual game for the PlayStation 4 and the PlayStation Vita that features a very addictive and challenging gameplay.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Micromanaging your cosmos expansion...look to the Horizon.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The story is a little blasé and the game is a little slow to start but once you get drawn in, it's very hard to put this game down.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The Mysterious Cities of Gold Secret Paths is a beautifully presented game on the iOS that is hampered by its repetitive gameplay
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The South Park game we have been waiting for is at last here.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Rayman Legends is an amazing game on the PlayStation 4 that is definitely a must have download from the PSN store.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    A truly fantastic arcade game that not only plays well (with a few 21st century tweaks) but looks amazing on this next-gen console.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    All in all, Thief successfully ticks the right boxes on the PlayStation 4, although it's not a totally next-gen experience.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Blackguards is a good romp with a rich established RPG world to draw from.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ultimately Lightning Returns introduces some fresh and novel ideas, but spends an equal amount of time hampering these and introducing a new set of problematic aspects.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Lococycle brings new meaning to DRAG racing. Take this arcade game in small doses for best results.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Short bite-sized chunk of Zombie killing!
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    • 82 Critic Score
    Overall, I think it’s a game worth checking out. It has its glitches and some plot-holes (such as needing zero motivation to kill innocent people with monsters and zombies), but if strategy games are your thing, it’s a welcome challenge. Try and get over the drawn-out nature of the game, or just give the multiplayer a shot – I think, if you’re up to something that will require you to use your (undead) brain, you’ll truly enjoy it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Tomb Raider Definitive Edition is a must have game on the PS4!
    • 78 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    The Walking Dead Season two Episode one “All That Remains” is a nice start to season two. Full of emotional moments that carry the story forward and keep us interested.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Kill Zone Shadow Fall is a very enjoyable first person shooter on the PlayStation 4 that really showcases the power of this next-gen console with some fun gameplay tweaks.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Overall, Gran Turismo 6 is the Pièce de résistance of this series that boasts great graphics, flawless gameplay and a perfect swansong for the PlayStation 3.
    • 40 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    A show as delightfully zany as Adventure Time deserves much better that this bland and uninspired pastiche of top-down dungeon crawler mechanics and the brief flashes of irreverent humour and charm that appear throughout can’t save this rushed and dull waste of a license.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Knack is definitely a walk down memory lane and ironically the old school gaming mechanics used by Japan Studio work quite well on the PS4.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    For 2013, Bravely Default is easily the best RPG of the year that will keep fans of this genre extremely happy as they join these characters in their fight for freedom.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Compared to the PS3 and Xbox 360 release, FIFA on the PlayStation 4 is a whole new ball game and even though EA have tweaked some of the gameplay modes, it is for the better and this version is definitely superior in terms of gameplay, controls and graphics.
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    • 82 Critic Score
    Moshi Monsters Katsuma Unleashed targets a younger audience but older gamers will also enjoy the side scrolling nature of an earlier time of gaming.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Zoo Tycoon is definitely a family friend game that can be played by all ages.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    On the PlayStation 4, Injustice: Gods Among Us is truly a thoroughly entertaining fighter that not only looks amazing but plays extremely well.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    LEGO Marvel Super Heroes features Brilliant level design, great replay value, gaming doesn’t get any better than this on the PS4.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    It’s fun, it’s fast and it’s the best multiplayer experience on the Wii U!
    • 91 Metascore
    • 99 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda A Link Between Worlds takes Link into a fully functional 3D world that not only pays homage to the games of yesterday but modernises the franchise into something thoroughly enjoyable and challenging to the gamer.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Need for Speed Rivals is a fun game, however the open-world racing genre still needs to be refined, especially with the limit of 6-players. Nonetheless, the gameplay is sturdy, graphics detailed but the multiplayer definitely needs some work.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Sure, we’ve seen it all before but not on this scale before thanks to the slick graphics and highly addictive gameplay.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    I wanted so much for this game and at the end of the day, it's more a tech demo than a fully fledged game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Forza Motorsport 5 is a very satisfying racer on the Xbox One that successfully ticks all the right boxes and delivers both gameplay and graphics!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Epoch 2 is a very well made game on the iOS that is easily one of the most impressive out there. Best of all, the controls are very sturdy.
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    • 88 Critic Score
    If you enjoy Zumba and want to exercise in the comfort of your own home or you're too embarrassed to join a class, than Zumba Fitness World Party ticks all the right boxes.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This is a really fun game on the iOS with amazing graphics, great audio and some classic reimagined gameplay.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Zombitsu is a fairly standard mobile release, but far from being the worst. It’s too simple for adult gamers such as myself, but it’s a decently casual
    • 86 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Definitely a must have game if you're a basketball fan!
    • 50 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    One for the kids!
    • 73 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Call of Duty: Ghosts is a good game but something feels missing.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Bandfuse: Rock Legends is a rocking good time with a learning curve worth applying yourself to.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Decent platforming, unfortunately overshadowed by parts that want to make you rip your hair out. In a game with so many cheap ways of killing you, frustration plays a large part.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    TellTale Games hits it again with interactive story gaming.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Battlefield 4 is the latest instalment in the Battlefield series created by Dice and is the first in the series to utilise the Frostbite 3 engine. It is the latest in the stream of modern military shooters.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Call of Duty Ghosts fires some rounds, hits the target, just not a bullseye.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Black Flag is a remarkably new take on the series, and I would go as far to say it’s the finest entry we’ve seen to date.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dragon’s Crown is a fantastic addition to the RPG genre, bringing an original personality that’s hard to ignore. With an amazing amount of content, this is one game that’s worth the grinding it demands.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Pokémon X/Y offers the same core experience, only better and sleeker than before. Loads of new features, quicker progression, and an emphasis on connectivity all help lift it above its predecessors.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Pokémon X/Y offers the same core experience, only better and sleeker than before. Loads of new features, quicker progression, and an emphasis on connectivity all help lift it above its predecessors.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Feels like a long DLC at times but fun enough to be The Batman.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    WWE 2K14 is an enjoyable wrestling game that fans of this genre will enjoy.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    It follows the same formula, excellent story and open ended problem solving and combines this with RPG elements and modern game play but with Wii U enhancements
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    In conclusion, Sonic Lost World is an above average game on the 3DS that unfortunately has a few issues with the control system which sometimes challenges the gamer when the clues or pathways are not that clear in the gaming world.
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    • 86 Critic Score
    In the end, Just Dance 2014 ticks all the right boxes on the Nintendo Wii and proves that this old console still has the magic.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Rocksmith 2014 is the reason closet guitarist are coming out, and maybe creating the next generation of musical artists all in one.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The developers of F1 2013 should be commended on the amount of realism they have incorporated into this racing simulator. With a variety of different gaming modes, detailed graphics and gameplay that is almost flawless.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    The great number of diverse things to do in the game is its strongest asset.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 99 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda The Wind Waker HD once again proves that the HD remakes have a place in this modern world of gaming. They've tweaked the gameplay and graphics to create an almost new experience that Zeldaphites will enjoy and new comers will be captivated by the wonder and enjoyable stories and characters that they met.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Skylanders Swap Force definitely takes this franchise to the next level up that we had a ball playing. It may not be as refined as Disney Infinity (I guess it does help when you have the Disney vault of characters available) but in terms of local and online play, there's something quite enjoyable about seeing your action figures come alive in the virtual world.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Sure, there are a few plot holes and clichéd moments in Beyond Two Souls but like Heavy Rain, it may become one of your most memorable gaming experiences to date.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the end, Rain is a beautifully crafted game on the PlayStation 3 which proves that sometimes less is more. It is well narrated and features some sturdy gameplay that I could happily recommend to all gamers who want something a little different. Given that, Rain is also an emotional experience that successfully draws the player into this dream like world of rain.
    • 35 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Girl Fight is as generic as any fighting game can be. The developers have attempted to cash in on the sexualised nature of the female fighters but unfortunately the game lacks any soul, especially with the more mainstream fighters currently available.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    More of a refinement than a revolution, but still the best depiction of basketball on the current generation. A massive amount of content, absorbing career modes and online features mean you won’t get bored in a hurry.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    FIFA 14 is a fun game and will appeal to football fans as the classic style of gameplay, aside from the frenetic tempo of the matches, largely remain and snatching victory from the jaws of defeat still tastes as sweet as ever; it’s just a shame that it all feels so familiar.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    With top notch voice acing and spectacular music, beautiful visuals and a veritable raft of fan favourite characters, Kingdom Hearts still has the goods after all these years and will afford a good 40 or so hours of solid and engrossing gaming for fans new and old.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    FIFA 14 on iOS is a very fun game! Although it's free, you do need to dish out a one-off purchase to open the full game modes. However it's definitely worth the price, especially with over 600 licensed teams, 33 leagues and real players. If you don't believe me, download the game to check it out and I bet before long, you'll be making that one-off purchase!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Impeccably designed and guided with a deft hand, this whimsical foray into a darkly humorous fairytale word is a joy to play and is an experience that can be shared by young and old alike.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    PES 2014 really challenges the world of video game soccer games by implementing revised gaming mechanics and some impressive use of physics. It's a shame that the game does not have full licensing rights but if you're a fan of soccer, you really need to check this game out, especially for its local and online gameplay.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A Realm Reborn is everything Square Enix wanted FFXIV to be and more, with a unique class system that gives players a freedom that’s not found in many MMORPGs today. It’s fun, it’s pretty, and Square Enix is 100% forgiven.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    It’s hard to expect great things from a movie-tie-in title, but Turbo Super Stunt Squad wasted an opportunity to be a harmless kid racer and instead became a unsatisfying skateboarding game that can be sometimes too challenging for its target audience of young children.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For a casual fan, NHL 14 offers a good time in its main game modes and hours of additional fun with the NHL 94 anniversary modes. However fans of a realistic hockey experience might be a little let down by the big slide into arcade action and the main game modes offering little upgrade over last years version.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Once again, Dead or Alive ticks all the right boxes and givers gamers that love fighters a very enjoyable game!

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