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For 1,188 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 3.2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 78
Highest review score: 100 Resident Evil Requiem
Lowest review score: 10 Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 860 out of 1188
  2. Mixed: 297 out of 1188
  3. Negative: 31 out of 1188
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    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Split Fiction
    Split Fiction is a great experience that any video game fan should try. Josef Fares and his entire team are presenting an unforgettable journey that, at times, rivals the achievements of It Takes Two. The co-op sequences are highly original, fun, and exciting, while the science fiction and fantasy concepts open up a world of possibilities that never cease to impress. If you're looking for a new adventure full of challenges and have someone to enjoy it with, Split Fiction is the perfect way to pass the time and rediscover everything a great video game can offer.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Ghost of Yotei
    Ghost of Yōtei is a visually stunning and immersive open-world experience with satisfying combat, and an emotionally resonant narrative. While the game's secondary content and open-world structure can be repetitive, it carefully balances beauty and brutality, offering a memorable journey through feudal Japan. It refines the formula of its predecessor, earning its place as a standout title on PlayStation 5.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Spiritfarer
    Spiritfarer's journey fulfills from start to finish. No matter how sad its premise is, it is something you must experience, especially for its premise that recognizes that there is a beginning and an end, but what matters is what happens along the way.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy XVI
    Final Fantasy XVI is magical. Final Fantasy XVI is raw, Final Fantasy XVI is heartening. Final Fantasy XVI is everything I expected and more. Creative Unit Business III created a game that can light a flame in your heart and stay there forever.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    World of Warcraft: Warlords of Draenor
    While the progression to max level is fun and the new zones are beautifully crafted, there are some concerns regarding storytelling with the time travel plot. Warlords of Draenor not only represents the 10th anniversary of WoW, but of the genre as we know it, and a faithful comeback to the old Warcraft that we know.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
    It's a video game, but also an experience that stimulates all your senses; a work capable of stirring emotions and surprisingly discovering that gaming can be just as moving as a song, a play, or a movie. As a game, it meets and surpasses its predecessor; as a creative expression, it reaffirms the talent of Hideo Kojima and Kojima Productions, as well as their stubbornness to continue innovating and pushing the boundaries of the medium. It's not perfect; it slips in places, but it's undoubtedly one of the best games of the year.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Battlefield V
    Despite all the controversies surrounding the announcement, Battlefield V continues to be a force of nature with his unique take on multiplayer that fans have come to love. With one of the best gunplay feelings in the franchise and an emotive single-player component, Battlefield V is a safe bet for veterans of the series and FPS enthusiasts.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 7: biohazard
    A terrifying survival horror experience. It offers the best spooky atmosphere in the franchise with many of the classic mechanics that built the original formula. Yet it has enough new elements to stand its ground amidst similar games. Without doubt, a must play horror experience.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario Bros. Wonder
    We have spent more than a decade without a classic-style Mario Bros. that truly made us feel magic, that reminded us why the plumber is the king of platformers. Fortunately, the wait for these sensations is over and Super Mario Wonder arrives as one of the best games of the year and as one of the most magical installments of the entire franchise.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    XCOM 2
    XCOM 2, the turn-based strategy masterpiece is now available on current generation consoles. The core experience remains untouched thanks to well-established controls and little to no technical difficulties. A must have for any gamer.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
    Four years after its original release, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker to remind us why it is one of the best puzzle platformers on the market. The Super Mario Odyssey levels, the resolution bump on TV mode and the coop experience may not be enough to buy it again, but its clever level design and original concept make it a game that Nintendo fans can’t afford to miss.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
    A classic after all these years, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen has certainly been outclassed in many areas and this PC port shows it, but its peerless combat and peon mechanics are still features that many current day games would benefit from incorporating.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Unity
    Unity redefines the franchise as a whole. It may not be perfect or especially innovative, but the astonishing attention to detail, paired with a great level of personalization and a fresh cooperative option make this game an amazing experience. If Ubisoft commits itself to giving each Assassin's Creed the same amount of care as it did to this one, we won't care if each iteration comes out every year or every six months.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Gathering Storm
    With great changes to to diplomacy, units and new climatic events, Gathering Storm is this year justification to return to Civilization VI.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Halo 5: Guardians
    Halo 5 has a short, albeit dramatic campaign, full of action and huge, visually striking environments that will leave you wanting for more, literally, because its ending is a little bit anticlimactic too. But, despite all of this, fans of the Halo Universe will have a great time playing through it, especially if they've got a team of friends at hand. And the multiplayer component might well be the best we've seen in all the series. Warzone will soon place itself among the most memorable and beloved game modes in the story of Halo.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 25
    Madden NFL 25 still suffers from some presentation and technical setbacks; however, a polished physics engine, the owner mode for connected careers and the most responsive running controls in the history of the franchise make it the best iteration of the series so far.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem: Awakening
    After many years of stagnant design, the Fire Emblem franchise takes a huge step in sophistication with Awakening, probably the best strategy RPG on the 3DS and maybe in the genre, at least in recent years. Its amazing storytelling is only bested by perfect mechanics that nurture with relevant characters, each one unique in abilities, dialogue and personality. The well-crafted design finds perfect match in beautiful cinematics and orchestral music, everything creating an harmonious and epic experience.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Hyper Light Drifter
    Hyper Light Drifter is an exciting fast-paced adventure game, designed to pay tribute to a variety of cult classic games from the 90s. It does so with beautiful pixel art as well as detailed and mysterious spaces, not to mention an engaging and rewarding combat system.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    NieR: Automata
    NieR: Automata is a great game that captures you from the very first moment. The well-rounded combat mechanics, the mystery in its story and an addictive customization system won't let you release the controller, despite some minor imperfections that don't affect the experience in any meaningful way.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    NBA 2K26
    NBA 2K26 is a release that stands out from previous editions and is definitely the basketball game the current generation has been needing for a long time. There's still plenty of room for improvement, but the work and development demonstrated this year confirms that there are solid foundations that, with some commitment, will result in better experiences for fans.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Halo Wars 2
    The most accessible yet demanding real time strategy game for consoles, Halo Wars 2 lives up to expectations while celebrating 20 years of RTS tradition at the same time. Fans of the franchise will love it, but veterans and newcomers to the RTS genre will be satisfied as well.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Plants vs Zombies 2: It's About Time
    Plants vs. Zombies fans should stop worrying about the new F2P model. Every level in It's About Time can be solved with the plants and tools included for free in the game and it never feels unfinished or reduced. Gameplay changes are organic and improve the game experience. Even though things like the night levels will be missed, this sequel will not disappoint the fans.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Planet Zoo
    Planet Zoo is a new step in simulation games that is backed by a large community and has enormous potential for expansion.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    This War of Mine
    This War of Mine represents the living proof that it is possible to make an intelligent depiction of war without necessarily compromising the entertainment value or the mechanics involved in a good game.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Metro Exodus
    Metro: Exodus is a good example of how a series can left behind some of its core ideas and still deliver a well-defined experience for the players that played the previous games. With great pace and outstanding atmospheric details, 4A Games latest production will fill the nuclear gap left by the previous leader of the post apocalyptic genre.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight: Plague of Shadows
    Well done, endearing and completely free, this new expansion of Shovel Knight fulfills the Kickstarter promises of Yacht Club Games in an spectacular fashion, presenting us the charming pair of Plague Knight and Mona in an adventure full of comedy and charm that honours the name of indie gaming.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled
    Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled will make you feel right at home. With a polished experience, additional content and renovated graphics, kart enthusiasts will find this game simple, yet totally entertaining.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat X
    Mortal Kombat X is an excellent iteration with great new features that make it feel fresh in every sense. A visual overhaul, new fighting styles and a rich online experience that, despite minor flaws, remains as the ultimate tool to test yourself against other players around the world, make MKX a must have for lovers of the fighting genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Terra Nil
    Terra Nil is a strategy game about the beauty of nature and how terrible it is to lose it. It serves its purpose very well: it is entertaining and relaxing in a way that few other games in the genre are. Its nature and environment theme carries an important message at its core and delivers it in an experience that is accessible to everyone, even players new to the genre. It is a must for wildlife lovers and those who love building and management games.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    F1 22
    Codemasters once again offers the best F1 simulator to date. While there are concerns about what's happening in F1 Life and the inevitable hand of EA with its addiction to microtransactions, this year's installment stands by its own quality.
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