Modojo's Scores

  • Games
For 1,738 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 45% higher than the average critic
  • 11% same as the average critic
  • 44% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.9 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 70
Highest review score: 100 Advance Wars: Dual Strike
Lowest review score: 10 NFL Pro 2013
Score distribution:
1738 game reviews
    • 60 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    If you love to play hours of chess against an opponent who is often much better than you are, then this game could be for you. However, be aware you will have to stomach a terrible storyline in order to play the single player game.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The general game isn't any fun because there's no personality and the AI hunts down too many shots for its own good. The graphics deliver, but the sound needs some work, especially with the stiff commentary. And you guys need to touch up your multiplayer as well...it's shoddy.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Juiced: Eliminator isn't bottom of the barrel, but it comes in at a distant third when the underground racing genre has already gone well into its life span, and that's not good news.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    It's just a shame that we don't have the patience to deal with the game's sloppy tilt controls. We really want to love Ribbim Ribbon because it features stylish visuals, a cool soundtrack and a fun concept, but until Tapulous makes some necessary tweaks, it'll remain ignored.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    It's good for kids and fans of the movie. It's just run aground with age in terms of its gameplay, its presentation, and its length.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Unfortunately for Atari, Personal Trainer blows this game out of the kitchen with a more diverse selection of meals and a stellar presentation.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Going out with a bang for them has turned into sneaking out with a whimper. Not exactly my idea of the ol' ball game.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    There's very little satisfaction taken from pounding on some stupid NPCs for thirty seconds, and unless you're intent on unlocking all of the officers you'll probably tire of this game quickly.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Despite the pretty drawings, Age of Monsters has nothing else going for it. We thought such mindless nonsense died shortly following the App Store's release, back when developers flooded Apple's online store with shovel ware. Sadly, it appears some creators still feel the need to waste everyone's time.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The concept is OK, and the retro graphics have a cool 8-bit vibe. We just cannot muster enough excitement to care. Poor collision detection means enemies reach your character even though it seemed like you executed a high enough jump to vault over them. Meanwhile, the randomness of the weapons simply makes the game tougher than it should be. No one in his or her right mind should want to go from a flamethrower to landmines. Factor in just three stages, and Super Crate Box is a big letdown.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The action, sadly, is quite pedestrian. The developers offer touch and tilt controls, both of which work well enough, but none of the bikes move especially fast, and the computer is at times relentless, where one slight mistake costs you a race. Factor in a lack of retina display and universal support, and Streetbike: Full Blast disappoints on just about every level. A shame, considering Chillingo's impressive lineup of iOS games.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    WWE WrestleFest is the best wrestling game on the App Store, but that's only because there are so few to choose from. THQ had the opportunity to do something brilliant, but poorly designed A.I. ruined what could have been a sweet revival.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    An empty experience.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    We just cannot believe the nerve of these designers to overcharge (yes, a dollar too much) for something that should obviously be free. Is it fun against a friend? Sure, but don't expect to play it for more than ten minutes.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The gameplay itself, while a bit more grounded than its lame console cousin, has too many AI issues.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    SimCity Creator might be entertaining if it were the last game on earth, but even then, we might just resort to Hangman.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    What you are getting is a grave magnitude of repeating hallways, a dull story with often dull witted opponents, mucked up controls, and a game missing many key abilities from the 360 or PS3 editions.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    There could be a good game buried beneath the slop, but after a few hours of mind-numbing boredom and frustration, we just couldn't play anymore.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    One of the most disappointing 3DS games we've played. It's just a mess of ideas with no real focus, and we're a bit surprised Nintendo even released this title at $9.99. Sorry, but we'd rather spend our money elsewhere.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Guitar Rock Tour is a wannabe Guitar Hero. In a time when music simulation games are going all out with original songs, bonus features and other goodies, Gameloft's bottom of the barrel effort fails to thrill.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Just forget about NFL 2011. While it looks and sounds like a true contender, its gameplay keeps it from winning in overtime.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    What the game has for you in presentation, it can't make up for in lackluster gameplay and big problems.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    With downloadable levels, additional stages and balanced gameplay, Gravity could've really been something special. Instead, this is a puzzle game best left on the shelf.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Although it takes an interesting approach to real-time strategy combat, and features some nice visual work, Axes & Allies gameplay is just too much of a drag, thanks to those tetchy controls and the rather trying freemium model at play here. Sadly, this axe just wears down into dullness rather quickly.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    A huge disappointment, where not even Bluetooth support for select games can save it.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Despite its good looks, MX Vs. ATV Reflex doesn't hold up on the PSP. The controls fail to deliver, and the lack of working trick and jump systems will leave you grounded, both on the track and in spirit.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Had C2Matrix nixed the concept of saving alliance members, iStriker would have been one of the best shooters on the App Store. Because of that questionable decision, it's one of the most disappointing.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Die-hard fans of Cohen's films will no doubt get a bigger thrill out of this gaming version of his latest comedy, but for everyone else it's a bit of a throwaway experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Sorry, THQ, we know you were trying to create a fun portable racer, but MX Vs. ATV Reflex for the DS doesn't measure up to the console version. The slippery controls, questionable collision and unbearable sound make this a game we'd love to forget.
    • 46 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    For $10, you get what you pay for- a budget version of "Bust-a-Move" that makes no attempts to be anything than what it is.

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