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For 1,995 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 43% higher than the average critic
  • 23% same as the average critic
  • 34% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 3.4 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 71
Highest review score: 100 Baldur's Gate 3
Lowest review score: 0 Kadomon: Hyper Auto Battlers
Score distribution:
2011 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    SteamWorld Build is a fun and interesting city builder. Moreover, it remains faithful to the franchise. Additionally, the gameplay has a gentle learning curve and it is easy to play. However, the lack of difficulty and the short game length will disappoint some gamers.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Petty complaints aside, Isonzo is a rather well-rounded experience. If you can gather a little team, and form a squad, then that’s the way to go here. You’re in for a treat. If you’re playing alone, it’ll be tough, but you’ll still have a good time. Immerse yourself in history, imagine the actual people who went through the grueling trials of combat, and the experience will be more meaningful. Whether it’s the vibrant landscapes or swelling soundtrack, Isonzo has a little bit for everyone. It can comfortably take its place as a real contender in the historical FPS genre.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Aetheris is a visually wonderful strategy RPG with a strong core combat system. It doesn't quite blend its strategy half with its roguelite half, though, but it's an enjoyable ride full of lizard wizards.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    My Friendly Neighbourhood often stumbles where it matters most: pacing and playability. The scarcity of essential resources isn’t just stressful- it can feel like added artificial difficulty, padding the runtime with backtracking and save-token anxiety. My Friendly Neighbourhood may not always play nice, but it is undeniably memorable. It’s a haunted puppet show stitched with ambition, heart and just a little too much friction in its gameplay.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    All in all, Fashion Police Squad is a fairly humorous parody of internet and video game culture, wrapped up in an entertaining boomer shooter package. It confidently showcases smart game design knowledge with its sharp controls and engaging gameplay, but falters slightly in its lacklustre level layouts. Visually, the game is absolutely gorgeous, and the OST is chock full of upbeat and dance worthy tracks. In spite of its short runtime, the story is an amusing affair, though your enjoyment of it may vary depending on your comedic tastes. If you’re a fan of either 90s retro FPS titles, or games that don’t take themselves too seriously, then this would be one worth picking up on sale.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mad Streets is a crazy physics-based arena brawler. With an array of levels to tackle, massive fighters to take down, and ridiculous tasks to overcome, it'll keep you busy. Furthermore, it is great fun with friends and this makes the lack of an online community a real disappointment.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Night of the Rabbit is a magical, point-and-click adventure featuring the young Jeramiah Hazelnut, who is recruited as a magician's apprentice under the Marquise de Hoto, a mysterious rabbit figure with a mysterious past.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Aside from a few technical misgivings, Biker Garage Mechanic Simulator does a commendable job in providing an authentic simulation experience, with plenty of depth in gameplay and missions to sink hours into. No, the game didn’t suddenly enact a desire for career change, but it did give me a good insight into the life of a mechanic. Whether the gameplay balances enough fun with being authentic is another debate – and I recognise my personal bias against the gameplay – but as a simulator this is a very solid entry.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's a Gun in the Office will test your memory, patience, and resolve. This creepy experience gets your heart racing. Furthermore, the simple premise is enjoyable and testing. Escaping a tiny house has never been so thrilling!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Finding America: The West Collector's Edition is a solid entry for the hidden objects genre, featuring unique and fun puzzles as you campaign through the scenic American West.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The latest installment of the Jurassic World Evolution series proved to be the best one yet, with the biggest roster of dinosaurs, a wide variety of attractions and buildings to place around the sites, along with some beautiful locations at the very heart of your parks.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Geometry Survivor offers enough fresh ideas to keep you interested. Though it is similar to Vampire Survivors, it will keep you coming back for more. Furthermore, its clean but dated appeal is oddly alluring.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bloody Rally Show is a gruesome, frantic-arcade racer. Viewed from a top-down perspective, you must race to win while killing spectators en route. It takes the best of Twisted Metal and Smash TV to create a wonderful casual title.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Empire of the Ants is a strange blend of RPG and RTS action. However, it is the ultrarealistic world and the phenomenal audio that makes this shine. Though the camera angle was occasionally horrible, I enjoyed the variety of missions and the interesting but flawed story.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shuffle Tactics stands out as a bold and ambitious fusion of tactical RPGs and roguelike deckbuilders. It’s a visual treat, a deeply strategic playground, and a constantly evolving experience. But that ambition comes at the cost of polish and pacing. If you thrive on trial‑and‑error, high-stakes tactical gameplay, and don’t mind the occasional UI hiccup or steep challenge, this is a must-play especially at its modest launch price. However, if tight balance and gentler difficulty progression are your preferences, you may want to wait for post-launch patches or improvements. Shuffle Tactics has the spark of something special it may just need a few refinements to truly shine.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Chains of Freedom is a solid action RPG. The elements are there and, in some cases, executed pretty well. The elements that fall flat do just that, they don’t bring down Chains of Freedom into the area of being a “bad game.” The story and combat do well enough to keep you going and in, some cases, feel a very real sense of achievement. Overall I rated Chains of Freedom with a 7/10. While there were pieces that didn’t astound me, I never felt like I was playing a sub-par game. There was definitely some interesting elements with the biocrystal perks and the enemies you encounter a long your way to the boss fights. The combat was good, if a little clumsy in places, and the RPG elements really stand tall as the focus of the development team.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Archetype Arcadia is a visual novel with a lot to offer. The world, characters, and core themes are captivating, but the pacing and underdeveloped elements hold it back from reaching its full potential. Despite these shortcomings, Archetype Arcadia is a visually stunning and narratively engaging experience, especially for fans of dark science fiction. If you’re looking for a choice-driven story with a unique premise and beautiful visuals, Archetype Arcadia is worth checking out, but be prepared for a few bumps along the way.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I Mother is not a game for everyone. It’s slow, deliberate, and defiantly wordless. There are no skill trees or loot drops, no quest markers to follow. But for those who crave solitude, exploration, and emotional storytelling through atmosphere, it should definitely make it onto your list.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Spirittea is a wholesome life sim title that has a ghostly edge. The gameplay is familiar and I loved the pixelated edge. However, the work-life balance is off and this causes problems. If you can look past this issue, you'll enjoy this fun but time consuming title.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While Dawnfolk may have stripped away too much in the pursuit of minimalism, it's still a fun and strangely absorbing mix of city-builder and puzzle game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Welcome to Paradize is a fun and testing zombie survival game. The large open world is a joy to explore and killing hordes of undead brain munchers never gets old. However, the sense of grind is enough to put you off and drive you mad.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    SANYA is a simple but fun nostalgia-infused adventure. Remember what it is like to be a kid. Play with friends, race on your bikes, and let your imagination go wild. It is undeniably straightforward but brilliantly enjoyable. However, it may be too basic and slow-paced for some.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I adore Stormling Studios ambitions, and they very nearly got everything right. Sadly, though, it’s a case of many fingers in many pies. Transient’s potential is plain to see, but its gamble hasn’t paid off. It’s a good game, but it could have been so much more.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I didn’t have high expectations at the start, but Webbed is a gem of a game. Thanks to its wonderful combination of physics-based mechanics and interesting characters, you’ll never get bored. Furthermore, the eclectic blend of environments will instantly capture your attention. I loved every moment.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you’re like me and typically don’t gravitate toward this genre, this might be a great introduction to it. And if you are already an otome fan, you’ll likely appreciate the blend of fantasy, mystery, and romance that Genso Manège offers.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you love fighting games, even ones that are slightly adventurous with a continuous fighting path that doesn’t just stop at one enemy. Well, this game Samurai Riot is a great game that will just have you battling nonstop!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Touhou Mystia's Izakaya is, rather obviously, aimed squarely at fans of the Touhou Project. Existing fans will no doubt enjoy the many character interactions and the rather pleasant management gameplay. It is a little too simplistic for my tastes, and the plot a touch vague, but it's a charming management sim regardless.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Overall, Stunt Flyer is a fine, casual aviation game. Flying is very good and easy to control from the start. The islands are big and have plenty to explore. There are plenty of missions to play but they can get a bit repetitive as the game goes on. Definitely more for children than adults with the graphics and art style. Split screen is available so you can have fun with a friend. The occasional audio bug where the music just stops is annoying but doesn’t take too much away from the game. If you are a fan of flying games, this is one to check out even if it is simple.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Tale of Bistun is a wonderful mythological tale. The interesting characters, booming narration, and excellent plot are thoroughly enjoyable. Moreover, the excellent aesthetics and intelligent controls compensate for the minor shortcomings. In short, it is a great title that'll capture your attention from beginning to end.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It’s not about mastering racing. It’s about enjoying it, briefly. And while that’s enough for some, others may find themselves wanting just a little more before the finish line.

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