M3's Scores

  • Games
For 370 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 23% higher than the average critic
  • 3% same as the average critic
  • 74% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 74
Highest review score: 100 Elden Ring
Lowest review score: 40 PaRappa the Rapper Remastered
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 10 out of 370
370 game reviews
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Destiny 2 is not as much a revolution as it is an evolution, expanding on every facet of the original game. Even though the story sometimes stumble it is a big leap forward for Bungie, and the wealth of content in Destiny 2 will surely satisfy even the most hardcore players.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    After several years of mistreatment and neglect Crash Bandicoot makes a grand comeback with Nsane Trilogy; a collection consisting of the Bandicoot's first three adventures carefully remade with shiny new graphics and a few other notable improvements. While the Crash Bandicoot games never came close to the quality of Nintendos Mario, this collection is still surprisingly enjoyable for both old and new players.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is something as unusual as a pretty damn great single player Star Wars game. The different worlds are a joy to explore, while the combat make you feel like a mighty jedi while still being challenging. It's a shame the game feels so unpolished and somewhat unfinished, but luckily the problems aren't big enough to ruin the overall experience. On the contrary; Fallen order is best single player Star Wars game since Republic Commando.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    After nearly two weeks with Starfield, the feeling is that there is still plenty to see and do. An epic space adventure in every way that will suck you into a black hole of entertainment. The game has its problems – especially in the weak main campaign – but you'll definitely have other things to do.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With beautiful worlds and family-friendly action, Spyro Reignited Trilogy Spyro delivers pure gaming joy and is perfect for both nostalgics and kids who have not played a Spyro game before. It is somewhat noticeable that the core mechanics are over 15 years old, but overall the annoyances are easy to forgive.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Battlefield V is a welcome return to the fast paced massive multiplayer games that the series is known for. Even though it lacks in map counts and has a few missing modes that are coming in the future it is a surprisingly complete package. It makes a very competent first impression and promises a longevity that Battlefield 1 never did.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite its generic title Black Ops IV feels like a fresh start for Call of Duty. The multiplayer and the zombie mode is very much the same as always, but with Blackout, Treyarch takes everything that is good with Player Unknown's Battleground and makes it better.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Listen, gun and run. Resident Evil 7: Biohazard successfully manages to deliver a horrifying first-person survival experience by grasping series' roots in the murky swamps of rural Louisiana. Finally, Capcom is back on track again.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Valhalla takes us on an emotional roller coaster between hope and disappointment. From a very strong start, to disastrous first few hours of play, to regaining our confidence once again when we discover the many layers and nuances that are hidden in the game. All accompanied by a fantastic story, which is lost in a mess of bugs and lag. Valhalla has all the potential to become a really good game, but stumbles on the execution.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dirt 5 is an arcade racing game that ticks most of the right boxes. The races are fun and flashy, but also varied and reasonably challenging. The impressive weather effects also elevate the experience. Outside of the races however, there is a clear lack of content. But at the same time; If you want an entertaining rally game that is easy to pick up - Dirt 5 is a great choice.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Engaging and surprisingly emotional. Even though Surviving Mars can be frustrating at times, because of how poorly it communicates it’s mechanics, it’s still a great resource management game whose combination of a sincere theme and involving mechanics more games should study.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Paper Mario: The Origami King lacks innovation and variety when it comes to combat, but balances with an incredibly detailed world and fantastic dialogue. This game is simply a must in the platform enthusiast's collection.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tell Me Why combines sharp storytelling, mystery and heavy atmosphere. The result is a family thriller that touches, but may not always go into depth. Freedom of choice around the game's crucial moment adds an extra spice, and Dontnod does not shy away from portraying things that can be really difficult. Highly recommended.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 3 offers glorious graphics, big variation and clever online implementation. It might not be the perfect racing game, but if you are a fan of the previous games in the series, it’s a no-brainer.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An overhauled scouting system, squad hierarchy and better injury surveillance. Football Manager 2018 offers several new and exciting features, and even though none of them feels totally complete at the time of writing, they bring great hope for what's to come.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    When Codemaster's acclaimed F1 series makes its debut on the new consoles, it is not the enhanced graphics that make the biggest impact, but a brand-new story mode. An exciting addition, which unfortunately does not reach its full potential. Fortunately, the superb career mode is intact and slightly improved, as are the many options available to those who prefer to play online. Although some content has been removed since last year's version, and a few other issues remain, F1 2021 offers almost everything an F1 fan could wish for.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Outer Worlds is an extremely familiar experience that successfully draws inspiration from some of the most appreciated gaming series of the 21st century. It's well written with lots of exciting twists in the story and has lots of memorable moments. The character gallery and humor definitely carry the story and although some elements could have been improved, we still are very fond of Obsidian's new space opera.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a delightful adventure with clever level design and enjoyable gameplay. The new mouthful mode works surprisingly well and adds a great deal of variety. It’s a shame that the low difficulty makes parts of the adventure somewhat forgettable, but overall - this is one of the best 3D-platformers since Super Mario Odyssey.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Keeping with tradition Blizzard plays it safe and sound when they take on the team based shooter. Overwatch bursts with polish and its great characters are a joy to be played by both casuals and hardcores alike.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest is yet another great strategy RPG mashup from Intelligent Systems. Its harder difficulty may scare away casual players but will reward those who really put in the time and effort learning about the mechanics.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you haven’t played Bioshock before, this is truly a masterpiece of collection. It includes three great action games, and especially the first two is still outstanding. Howerer, Bioshock: The Collection doesn’t really offer anything new. It would have been more than welcome with more content for those that already have played through the series.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With impressive graphics, excellent controls and a well-developed online mode, Gran Turismo Sport could have been the best racing game of the year. Unfortunately, the lack of cars and courses and a half-baked single-player mode results in a game that does not reach its full potential. The foundation is great though, and if Polyphony Digital continue to add content at a steady pace Gran Turismo Sport might just grab the gold in the end.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It should be said at once: if you expect the same experience as in Breath of the Wild, you should wait for the sequel instead. The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is rather a throwback to simpler times and has completely different qualities to offer. Even though, the journey itself is filled with wonderful side characters, colorful enemies and a certain mystery that is not found in other Zelda games. It's like as a small vacation resort, a place where we can sit back and relax after the fierce battle against Ganon in Breath of the Wild.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    There are only a few titles that can give four players in the same room the same rush that Super Mario 3D World does. The improvements in the Switch version are few, but appreciated. In addition, these change the game so much that even veterans should take a look at it. The extra game Bowser's Fury is the icing on the cake and gives you a playful open world sandbox where proven elements meet new features. The result is simply a complete package of sheer platform entertainment.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Borderlands 3 is another excellent game in the series that started the whole "looter shooter" genre. Tight controls, non stop action and a great variety of stages make us want to explore even more all the time. Some parts of the dialogues may feel slightly over the top though. And as the subgenre's name suggests, the whole thing is to loot weapons, which in the long run may be to repetitive for some. Gearbox did not revolutionize the genre this time around, but instead refined it's own concept a notch.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yakuza 6: The song of life is the finest entry in the series yet. Although impressing with its open world aspect, we do miss some of the content from previous games.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    As expected, Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End is a spectacular action adventure, with some of the best and most impressive effects in the gaming history. At the same time it’s a little too safe game and we have seen the formula before. Still: the best parts are, as always, jaw-dropping good.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Arkane Studios latest shooter grabs you directly with it's mix of smart gameplay and mysterious storytelling. While the time loop concept is engaging, it's the freedom of mixing between various gameplay styles that makes Deathloop more addicting than other games in the same genre. Although it can get a little tedious with the large amount of intel that is dropped simultaneous from time to time.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem: Three Houses is a new start for the series that also got the new ideas of its predecessor right. Although the weapon triangle is still missing, what we get this time turned out to be much deeper and better. It takes time to experiment and switch between different job types, but in the end you can have an army that is completely unique to your particular game type. And when we are tired of fighting, it is extremely gratifying to exchange all that for pure conversations and lessons, while still giving our characters experience points. Fans who were discouraged by Shadows of Valentia can thus breathe peacefully. Fire Emblem: Three Houses shows that the series is back on its feet again, better than ever.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Little Nightmares 2 is a brilliant game. Not literally - it's sickly dark and macabre - but in all other aspects! The atmosphere and the audiovisual presentation are difficult to match, while the gaming experience offers a lot of hair-raising moments. The music is also in a class of its own. In terms of game mechanics, however, there is something more to be desired.

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