INVEN's Scores

  • Games
For 367 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 54% higher than the average critic
  • 13% same as the average critic
  • 33% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.6 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 79
Highest review score: 100 Animal Well
Lowest review score: 30 The Lord of the Rings - Gollum
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 4 out of 367
369 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rollerdrome is an action game smartly mixed rollerskating and shooting. While the fast, exciting action and retro style OST are impressive, relatively scarce volumes and cartoon rendered visuals can be divided into likes and dislikes.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Unlike other PC-Mobile cross platform games out there, Tower of Fantasy successfully captured the essence of open world MMORPG, including raids and instance dungeons with other players. However, there were some points need to be improved such as awkward hit satisfaction, stories with unexpected moves and unintuitive content composition.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Two Point Campus is a well-balanced simulation between construction and management. Compared to the developer's previous work, various objectives and unique, humorous departments make the game much more interesting and dynamic. Although the space design is a bit monotonous and I wished there were more objects, it is certainly a highly immersive game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    A monster fighting game that we haven't seen in a long time. Casual combat system that is easy to learn, hard to master, and unique monsters make it enjoyable for anyone. It would be a great choice if you want to find an action game to play as a party game.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Cult of the Lamb is a strangely cute combination of horror and bizarre occult. The Rogue-like action battle part that has built on a basic foundation is refreshing, and the management part is similar to that of Tycoon games. It successfully combined these two elements organically to provide immersive gameplay.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Marvel's Spider-Man is beyond doubt in quality, as it has achieved tremendous sales. While the main topics with this remaster are optimization and graphics scalability, the both were satisfyingly good in the review build. Fully functional DualSense features were cherry on top. Even though there were some glitches out there, luckily they don't hurt the experience of the game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 once again proved why the series is one of the best JRPGs out there. While inheriting the strengths of its predecessors and converge them into its own uniqueness, it also did not put aside the original elements. However, somewhat boring sequence and endless TIPs at the beginning make the game hard to immerse yourself.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Digimon Survive delivers a much heavier vibe compared to existing series, expressing the agony and overcoming stories of ordinary children, not heroes. Although it is a quality title as a visual novel, the tactics battle part is very ordinary and the visual effect is also a bit bland.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The atmospheric pixel based visuals with dark fantasy vibe are pleasing to the eyes. And the challenging boss battle represents the unique tension of Souls-like. However, the balance of weapon upgrade system and the overall tension of the game collapse simultaneously after the second half of the game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Though it is a title from 28 years ago, a masterpiece is still a masterpiece. Sophisticated stories and omnibus scenarios shone even more with its HD-2D graphics. Compact gameplay without meaningless repetitive play still works even in today's standard. However, it is sad they brought some obsolete system as well without improvement.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A simulator that delivers pure joy of cleaning by removing all inconveniences of water pressure cleaning in real life. Though it can be a boring chore for some people, but there are some people out there including myself whose being healed by this beautiful and quiet cleaning missions.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    It is a beat'em up game that you can enjoy even if you don't know much about Three Kingdoms or River City series. The game shows great action scenes compared to its simple controls, so anyone can easily grab the controller and have some fun. Also, you can enjoy the process of becoming stronger by collecting various skills.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    A classic game platform designed faithfully to give you the nostalgia that you have at the arcade 20 to 30 years ago. Its approach to create a new experience rather than just a gaming platform was great, however the price of individual games feels too expensive comparing to those days. Also, it is sad that the platform doesn't support multiplayer.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Endling is a very impressive game with the way it delivers message without lines, excellent visuals and sounds that match the atmosphere. Though the frequent loading time on Switch and repetitive gameplay are a bit disappointing, the game is faithful with delivering a message which is quite intense.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    As Dusk Falls is a well-made interactive adventure that has appeared in a long while. Its tightly woven story and passionate performance of voice actors deliver an excellent, immersive gameplay. Also, the game succeed to put great values on player's choice, providing more fun and intense multiple playthroughs.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A tribute to the true cat lovers. Any gamer who loves cats is bound to fall in love with the great details of the cat looking just like real ones. But when you turn the eyes to where cats do not exist, you will face simple, linear game structure made out of monotonous puzzle and short volume.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    A horror game that shakes people's mind even without common jump scares. A crazy world-view where cuteness and grotesque coexist and solid storytelling became key spices to add the fun to its gameplay. However, monotonous puzzle and complicated action seem to not blend well with its horror element.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Numerous jump scares, logical and challenging puzzles, and psychological horror that shake your mind. It is worth considering that MADiSON has the best core elements among recent horror games. However, the links between the narrative and puzzles may not be easily found due to lack of hints.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    In the positive side, Time on Frog Island is a very easy and relaxing game. However, it also can be mean that it has shallow game play. The game surely has a wonderful, deep background scenery, but it feels like they didn't make a good use of all of it.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 32 Critic Score
    The game's concept and setting - a resistence running a gun shop in the dystopian cyberpunk world - were interesting. On the other hand, the shooting part is boring and store managing part is as lifeless as an empty can. Lastly, it is almost impossible to believe that the game is officially released because of so many bugs. It even made me feel like I paid to become a QA.
    • 46 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    XEL
    A new game that combines classic Zelda-like gameplay design and sci-fi story. While the adventure part is enough to enjoy, the lack of convenience feature makes it hard to believe that the game is released in 2022. Also, the bugs are scattered all over the place to the point where it is almost difficult to proceed the game. It needs to be improved quickly.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even after 25 years, its fairytale-like story and easy control using only three moves and two buttons are still enjoyable. The level of difficulty of this game is enough for the beginners, also the story can appeal to anyone. However, the game is a bit too easy for core gamers and the volume is insufficient to reveal all the mysteries behind the stories.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    GWENT: Rogue Mage have mixed well the core of Gwent with Rogue-lite element. However, overall strategy aspect became slightly dull by the decision of eliminating one of the characteristic of Gwent, rounds system. despite these efforts to make the game easier, it seems the poor tutorial still keeps the beginners away from the game. It surely needs an update that suits with its purpose.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The game shows unique Korean art style combined with modern touch in overall graphics including character design. And that serves as an excellent condiment to enhance the joy of exploration, which is a virtue of Metrovania game. While the classic Metrovania style gameplay is appealing, there are many shortcomings such as rough manipulation, bugs, strange hit detection, key settings etc.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It is hard to believe that Suhoshin, a game with extreme details around Korean culture and history have been made by French developers. The game's attempt to share historical information alongside the main story feels natural, far from forcefully explaining everything. Though the core game play itself is a typical visual novel, the game is well deserved for its polished work and rare attempts.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak reached even closer to the franchises's core with new monsters, their patterns and overall action. Although there is little novelty, it is a DLC that has been satisfactorily expanded the original for fans of the series. I am not saying there are no shortcomings, but the game provides so much fun that you don't have to worry about them.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    In game design wise, 'Fobia' is a great homage to the classic Survival Horrors such as Resident Evil. While the action part against the monster is rather sloppy, the hotel's level design and terrifying atmosphere are quite impressive.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Cuphead succeed to upgrade its unique classic cartoon style with long-awaited DLC. It is packed with fun enough to finally give a comfort to those who suffered from the delay of release date. Especially, I was happy to see cute and adorable Ms. Chalice's appearance.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you want to make your own robots and make them fight monsters, pay attention to Mech Armada. This turn based strategy mixed with rogue-lite feature gives you a room to try various tactics. Even though the depth of strategy is pretty shallow, the entry barrier is also low enough so that anyone can enjoy.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes seems to succeed in both capturing the essence of its original and embodying the enjoyable action that musou series always offer. While the amount of information on its complicated system can be a problem for newcomers, it is certain that the game gives fresh musou experience from if once you are adapted to it.

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