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For 1,993 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 Cube Snake
Score distribution:
2009 game reviews
    • 88 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Filmechanism is a wonderful game to play and challenges the mind. It’s full of complex and simpler puzzles to figure out. It all depends on the player and how well they are in strategically planning out paths to get from beginning to end, safely. This is one of those games that will keep the player engaged mentally while being joyful being this cute little guy named REC, safely moving around the puzzling level to the goal.
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    • 100 Critic Score
    Most of the time, your mind is so onto every other racer, but racing to win isn’t the only goal. As it’s entering the mouth of the animal to win the game. I honestly would say this isn’t at all a bad game. It’s a racing game, unlike any other with great music. So if you want to play a new space-themed racing game, that is not like any other then this is one you should try!
    • 72 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    My time with Nintendo Switch Sports has been one of the most fun experiences I have had with a co-op game. And frankly, the most fun I’ve had with anything sport-related ever.
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    • 100 Critic Score
    Cookie Clicker is the perfect introduction to the incremental game genre. It probably was most people’s first clicker game, and also the one that popularized the genre and spawned countless other small games. It’s a classic. Whether you like it or not, that’s a whole different story.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Mars First Logistics isn’t just a quirky physics sim; it’s a rare kind of magic. It takes a pile of parts, a stretch of Martian dust, and your stubborn curiosity, then turns it all into something deeply satisfying. There’s no hand-holding, no flashy cutscenes, just you, your machine. And when that machine finally works, when your delivery makes it across the ridge and lands clean, it’s a rush no scripted moment could match. If every big studio chased gameplay like this instead of polish for polish’s sake, we’d be living in a golden age again. Mars may be empty, but this game? It’s bursting with soul.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The Great Circle is nothing short of being one of the greatest games ever created with a swashbuckling adventure, brilliant and innovative gameplay, jaw dropping visuals and audio design and score off the charts. All I can say is thank you so much to Machine Games and Bethesda; playing this game felt like taking a time capsule back to my childhood, sat by my dad watching Raiders with not a care in the world. Indiana Jones has found a new lease of life in video games and I’m confident this wont be the last I see of this iconic character.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    If you’re in the market for a game that combines spaceship repair with existential crises and absurd humour, Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop is well worth checking out
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    For fans of idle games, clickers, or quiet, story-driven experiences, this is essential. For sceptics of the genre, this might be the game that finally makes it click.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    With each death, you rise stronger. With every run, you’re pulled deeper. Whether it’s the tightly tuned combat, the rewarding progression, or the gripping narrative, this is a game that gets it. If you’ve been waiting for something to reignite your love for action platformers, this is your call to arms. Trust me, this Dragon is Dead is your next obsession.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Wild Keepers Rising came out of nowhere and completely blindsided me in the best way possible. It’s a smart, stylish spin on the Vampire Survivors formula that cares about story and strategy. If you’ve burned out on bullet heaven clones but still crave that rush, this game is your next fix. Don’t sleep on it, play it!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    If you’re worried that this game could give you a headache, then you’re probably right, but you should buy it anyway; you will acclimate, and soon you will find yourself playing it for what feels like 20 minutes only to look out the window and see the sun coming up. I haven’t been this invested in a roguelike since Vampire Survivors, and, like Vampire Survivors, it costs almost no money, and I will probably be playing it forever.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    To put this as simply as I can, Dispatch is a game that will stay with me forever. It’s easily my game of the year so far and one of my favourite stories ever told. A tale of discovering a true identity, packed with emotion, comedy and romance, it’s more than I could ever have hoped for in an interactive drama. Add in the superb and unique gameplay mechanics, and AdHoc have managed to catch lightning in a bottle. Stunning visuals, pitch perfect audio design and a killer soundtrack make this the perfect game. I just pray the developers decide to revisit this world, whether that’s on television or hopefully another season in video game form. Bravo AdHoc, you have achieved true perfection! I’m going back to Dispatch!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Besides how I feel, no one has to be a perfect card player to play this game or know how to play it. It’s mostly how to cheat and that is all taught to the player right before the real card games begin. Of course speed, accuracy, and memorizing are also key points to winning each game. So then when you do win you can move forward to even higher stake tables. Lastly, the game will provide plenty of challenges, build some great skills, and is a bunch of fun when you’re able to cheat your way to the top!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Sticky Business is a cozy, enjoyable, sticker-making experience that allows players to explore their creative and artistic potential.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Starfield is an epic work of science fiction wonder and is a true Bethesda RPG at its heart. The world is expansive, and the main story and all the side-quests are brilliantly crafted. The game looks amazing, has an incredible score, and will genuinely wow you with the galaxy's vastness you can explore. If you’ve ever looked to the stars and wondered ‘what if’… this is a game you must play. It isn’t just for Bethesda fans.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    This game is shockingly cheap given what you’re getting. To me, this is the same as the bargain you get with Cuphead or Hollow Knight. Especially considering that this game was rolled out day one on PS Plus Extra (Sony’s comparatively anemic answer to game pass). There is no reason that any fan of puzzle games should skip this. I’ll go door to door if I have to.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Quite simply for me, Harold Halibut is an astonishing achievement in story telling and game design. It has visuals that need to be seen to be believed and a story focusing on the human mind and psyche as well as the unknown. This game has it all for an interactive drama. Wonderfully voiced by a diverse cast, deftly scored by a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack and crafted with such love and care, Harold Halibut truly is a feat in modern gaming, and one that will stay with for me for a long time. I know this type of game isn’t for everyone, but for me, this is perfection.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    It’s my pleasure to say that this game is incredible! The music, graphics, and the nonstop shooting when obtaining a special weapon style object to get you blasting objects, as well as challenges in every level or stage, are like a thrill that won’t have you stopping anytime soon! It’s one of the best games, for those who love continuous action throughout the game, where there is no time for stopping or taking a break.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    This is a very different game, something that I wouldn’t find copied or made by another. As it’s all hand-drawn and the storyline is not very large or similar to any other game as well. The worlds you visit are very interesting and each has these individual sounds that play like music notes, as you bounce and float into different objects. It’s quite interesting and fun to achieve when roaming and exploring the levels for your friends. Lastly, the game to me felt quite easy, relaxing, and just plain fun! It might not be super long or take much use of the brain, but it is something that will keep you calm and entertained as you rescue your friends.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Sifu is boundlessly entertaining, immensely satisfying, and unrelentingly fresh. Even over a year after its initial release, I was still excited to jump back in, and I'm still excited to go back.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Is This Seat Taken? is a delightful little puzzle game that stands out in the crowded mobile market for all the right reasons. Its commitment to a cozy and relaxing atmosphere, its gentle difficulty curve, and its charming aesthetic make it an absolute must-play for anyone who appreciates a calm and comforting experience. The lack of a timer and the absence of any ads or additional purchases are not just features; they are a statement about what a game can be. It proves that you can create a beautiful and engaging experience that respects the player’s time and peace of mind. For those who love cute, casual, and genuinely relaxing games, this title is a perfect choice—it’s a small, polished jewel that is a joy to have on your mobile device.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    For me, OPUS: Echo of Starsong had everything I could possibly want in a game. Rich storylines, interesting characters that genuinely have purpose and have their own motives, wonderful world-building and simply magnificent music. In fact, OPUS: Echo of Starsong holds a very rare accolade of being one of the very few games that have brought me to tears by the end—in a completely good way of course. OPUS: Echo of Starsong taps into your emotions with ease and utilises them exceptionally well to create a story that is not only beautiful but equally as heart-wrenching. OPUS: Echo of Starsong is a phenomenal tale that you simply must experience.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    MULLET MADJACK is a single-player fast-paced FPS that brings you directly inside a CLASSIC ANIME. Power up your character and reach the last floor; Beat your best time or try again. Haste makes waste… OF YOUR ENEMIES!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Not only do you get one fun action-packed game, but you get a second game, the classic puzzling game too! Oh and don’t let the bright graphics fool you, this game isn’t super easy to defeat or super difficult, but it’s just what you want when you play a platformer, a bit of a challenge. So if you think you have what it takes to save Pac-Man’s family then you should really give this game a try!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Superola Champion Edition is a very cute and humorous game. For me, it was nothing but a joy and a fast-paced game that brought plenty of new discoveries and challenging enemies to face. I’m honestly not a big burger fan, probably not as much as this llama loves them.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Coromon has so much going on, but it’s not difficult to play. This game is just really entertaining and fully engaging with plenty of challenging battles between creatures you capture and train. It’s got so many different paths that will set up as you continue to play, cause each choice you decide will create the journey you’ll need to continue on to complete the game. I feel that this game is really something worth playing. It’s perfect for all styles of gamers, beginners to expert RPG gamers, and will keep you playing over and over again and again.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    One thing that I really must mention is even if the game might feel a bit simple, it reduces the need to think or concentrate heavily on what you need to do next. Cause if your day is already filled with stressful things, why work harder on winning at a game? I know I don’t want to arrive home and play something more demanding of my mind after I’ve just been using it all day. So to take a break away from the complicated stuff coming in daily, this is a perfect game to unwind and a great reason to smile.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Shogun Showdown is a rare gem. One of those games that hook you from the very first round and keep pulling you back for more. The addictive gameplay loop, the strategic depth, and the thrill of unlocking new cards, upgrades, and characters are all part of what makes it so compelling. Shogun Showdown is the kind of game that reminds you why gaming is such an incredible experience. And trust me, once you start, you’ll be just as hooked as I am.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Honestly, everything from this edition of the game is incredible and even the lifelike of the dinosaurs is well done, loving the added skins too! I always admire seeing the way these new species react in their habitats or towards each other! So I’m sure if you loved playing Jurassic World Evolution 2 as much as I do, you’ll love these four new dinosaurs, the additional campaign, chaos theory stage, and extras added by this edition.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    With its colorful art, lively gameplay, and real cultural flavor, SEDAP! is easy to recommend, especially if you’re looking for something to enjoy together on a game night.
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    • 69 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Shadows of Doubt is an incredible and must-play detective simulation game. Thanks to its procedurally generated world, you never know what to expect. Moreover, a vibrant but grim atmosphere hangs in the air like a bad smell. Can you solve every crime you encounter? Search for the clues, piece together the evidence, and point the finger! This is one indie title that you cannot afford to miss. [Early Access Score = 85]
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    Big Ambitions is a business sim on a level I've not seen before. Incredibly immersive with only minor annoyances make this a big ambition that paid off. [Early Access Score = 80]
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    If you’re looking for a fresh approach to planetary exploration and isometric factory simulation, Space for Sale is definitely worth a try. However, don’t be surprised if its appeal fades once the novelty wears off. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]
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    The biggest problem comes from the grind. The prices for these unlocks are too expensive once you pass the early game. After a while It takes multiple runs to unlock a single stat upgrade for a single weapon. This expensiveness problem becomes even more unbearable when unlocking new abilities. [Early Access Provisional Score = 55]
    • 80 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Rhythm Sprout is a fun but tough rhythmical title that’ll push you to your limits. This short demo gives you an insight into what to expect upon full release. I can’t wait to take on the final product even if I risk losing my cool and my sanity
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    A decent skeleton that needs a good bit of filling out to stop it from becoming a bit too repetitive. [Early Access Provisional Score = 70]
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    Wild West Dynasty has a good foundation, but it needs work. If you want a polished and engaging experience, wait for further development. However, if you're an Early Access enthusiast who enjoys the Wild West setting and can forgive the problems, you might find some fun in building your own frontier town. [Early Access Provisional Score = 90]
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    Mission: Rift Seeker is a game that has launched in early access. The game has solid fundamentals and is a fun colony simulation game. The game teaches you how to start your base and gives you a solid foundation with room to experiment and learn how to let your seekers thrive. However, for a game that revolves around sending your minions to do things, I wish I had more control over my seekers. I also wish things in the game were more clear about how they worked. For those looking for a colony simulation game, this is one to keep track of, as it’s still in early access. In its current state, it is a game that I can’t recommend at the moment. [Early Access Provisional Score = 60]
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    Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days is a sombre and tough survival experience. The zombies are fast, cruel, and hungry. However, survival is just around the corner. Consequently, a little hard work and plenty of danger are the perfect ingredients. [Early Access Score = 85]
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    Disney Dreamlight Valley is a wonderful family focused experience. With colourful Disney and Pixar characters, and safe and fun gameplay, you can laugh, smile, and relax as you save Dreamlight Valley. Mostly, this is an excellent title. However, the resource gathering is a grind and there are some bugs. Yet, these are minor when you consider the overall presentation and the incredible gameplay. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]
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    I think, at the end of the day this title’s biggest problem is that there’s just not enough of it. However, if future content is up to the same standard as what we’ve got right now, I think Oaken will end up in a very good place. [Early Access Provisional Score = 75]
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    The Dark Prophecy is a classic point-and-click title that will fill you with nostalgia. What's more, it has some excellent characters, crazy locations, and some witty and sharp dialogue. However, it is sadly too short if you are a veteran of the genre. But don't let this deter you from playing this retro-inspired game. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]
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    Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2 is a fantastic sports simulation title. With an array of branded gear to buy and over 60 species of fish to hunt, there is something for everybody. What’s more, it’s visually impressive and beautiful to look at. I cannot wait to see how much it evolves during its short 6-month Early Access period. After this, gamers from all platforms will be able to enjoy the phenomenal fishing action.
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    A pretty city builder, with an air of depth about its mechanics. Unfortunately, at the moment, the mid game collapses into tedious micromanagement, number watching and thumb twiddling. [Early Access Provisional Score = 60]
    • 83 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    In a market muddled with subpar survival games, V Rising is a noticeable step above the rest. The vampire aesthetic is executed upon phenomenally well, and the ARPG mechanics match the themes to perfection. Progression and base building are intuitively designed, and feature some nice range of depth to them. All in all, this is a superb game and a much-welcomed change of pace. It should only serve to get better once it eventually leaves early access. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]
    • 75 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Phasmophobia is a truly spectacular horror title. This Early Access game is brilliant when you tackle it alone. However, if you have like-minded friends, it is phenomenal. This is one horror game that you do not want to miss. [Early Access Provisional Score = 90]

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