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For 1,075 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 51% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 44% 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: 98 F.E.A.R.
Lowest review score: 10 Elf: The Movie
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 533 out of 1075
  2. Mixed: 429 out of 1075
  3. Negative: 113 out of 1075
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    • 64 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Conduit 2
    When playing Conduit 2, it's difficult not to judge the game for what it is in the face of what it would have been with just a bit more bug testing. The frequent glitches, crashes, and spoiled save files seriously hinder gameplay, making it difficult to recommend this to anyone who intends to do much past the title's online multiplayer modes. If you can ignore these problems, Conduit 2 is an entertaining FPS with nice graphics and a good sense of humor, but for me, that proved to be very difficult.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    SEGA Rally Online Arcade
    Sega Rally Online Arcade has the appeal to attract newcomers thanks to its controllability, but quickly turns into a more hardcore offering due to the highly competitive AI. Grabbing a first place position is rare, which is why the game only has a handful of cars and a couple of tracks to unlock; even Achievement points are difficult to come by. But even though the game's arcadeyness appeals to a broader spectrum of players, this is really a game more for the dedicated gamer.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Moon Diver
    If you are looking for a single player experience, then you will want to look elsewhere. But even if you and three friends are looking at tackling this as your next co-op game, be warned that the slow pace of customization/level-up points requires a deep amount of dedication. Only the hardcore should apply; everyone else will probably be happier playing Castle Crashers.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Brink
    Brink breaks my heart. It has all the ideals and elements to create a balanced and enjoyable multiplayer experience, but just lacks that final coat of polish that puts the shine on the packaging. Playing multiplayer with a group of your buddies might be good for a few hours, but in the end, you will go back to the Left4Deads, Halos and CoDs.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Hector: Badge of Carnage - Episode 1: We Negotiate With Terrorists
    There is a decent amount of jokes that end up being pretty funny, but there might not be enough quality humor to keep some players fully entertained.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Yakuza 4
    Ultimately, the game holds only a moderate amount of appeal for those outside the series' existing fans. The game is fairly unique, in its focus on story and interaction over combat. However, at its core Yakuza 4 stands alongside Grand Theft Auto, Mafia II and Red Dead Redemption. It's a game where you can do bad things and watch a story unfold in a unique game world. If what I've described sounds great…then you'll enjoy Yakuza 4. If not…check out any of the other games I've mentioned.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 52 Critic Score
    NASCAR 2011: The Game
    The lack of polish and steeper learning curve puts NASCAR 2011: The Game into the "for fans only" category. Everyone else should have more fun launching turtle shells at each other or speeding through topsy-turvy tracks in futuristic hover cars.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Super Monkey Ball 3D
    Monkey Ball 3DS is not a terrible game; it is just very light on content.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 54 Critic Score
    Rush'N Attack Ex-Patriot
    It is not that Ex-Patriot is a bad game, it is just that there are better and smoother alternatives on the XBLA marketplace. Unfortunately, if you want a more enjoyable experience (that also costs less and has an entertaining co-op feature), check out the original version.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Swarm
    With a total of twelve levels, including two bosses, Swarm may not be the longest game in its price range, but you'll be replaying each level at least a few times in order to collect the five DNA strands scattered across each needed to unlock the bosses, as well as to earn those coveted Death Medals.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rango
    Rango is definitely not a bad game and is much more entertaining than previous movie titles such as How To Train Your Dragon and Monsters Vs Aliens. For $50, the price is a little high but could make for a great weekend rental for your young one (and a free child's movie ticket to see the movie comes with purchase of the game).
    • tbd Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    NyxQuest: Kindred Spirits
    While the asking price is rather low it is still about five times higher than it needed to be. While Nyx doesn't ever manage to do anything truly offensive during the course of play, most of the time invested would probably be used better somewhere else.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Dreamcast Collection
    The disc's overall presentation values are terrible but this is currently the only way to play Sega Bass Fishing and Space Channel 5: Part 2 on your 360.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Acceleration of SUGURI X-Edition
    While I wouldn't say that Acceleration of Suguri X Edition has any kind of staying power as a fighting game nor even the content to hold anyone's attention for more than a few hours, at least it is an interesting mix of genres and occasionally a visual treat with flashy, screen-filling attacks.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The UnderGarden
    While the game doesn't drive you to finish it, and isn't the best platformer to come out in recent months, it still has undeniable quality with generally awesome aesthetics.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Ys: The Oath in Felghana
    For RPG fans craving a more Zelda-like adventure, Oath in Felghana is a really good bet. Just don't be a hero and shoot for Nightmare mode on your first play-through. Save your sanity and start with normal.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock
    This isn't a bad game, but it just ends up as "yet another Guitar Hero" with the set list being the only important difference between Warriors of Rock and World Tour or GH5 or Band Hero.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Dead Rising 2
    Despite the problems, Dead Rising 2 is a fun and satisfying package overall.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Quake Arena Arcade
    If you want to get back to your FPS roots and have a good time fragging with friends, pick this game up…no really please pick it up. I'd like someone to actually play online.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    NeoGeo Heroes: Ultimate Shooting
    NeoGeo Heroes: Ultimate Shooter is an interesting concept as it gives players a new way to experience their favorite NeoGeo-based characters, but the game's overall presentation suffers from many minor flaws.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light
    There is no doubt that if you like old style RPGs, you will like The 4 Heroes of Light.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Sonic Free Riders
    Sonic Free Riders is the Mario Kart of Kinect, but the unresponsive control scheme will have players aching for a standard controller. If you have the patience to deal with the laggy control scheme, you will find that there is a decent amount of content in Free Riders; too bad most players won't ever want to see it.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Superstars V8 Racing
    Nothing about Superstars V8 Racing is glaringly bad, aside from the tiresome menus that need to read your save whenever you make a selection.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Adrenalin Misfits
    Adrenalin Misfits is basically what you would assume for a launch title of a new system. It means well, but falls short of being that fun killer app that you hoped for.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The UnderGarden
    The Undergarden doesn't ever really turn into a bad experience, just one that most people will never go out their way to play.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 52 Critic Score
    Qlione Evolve
    Qlione Evolve doesn't have the interesting motion controls and beautiful graphics of flOw and Flower, nor the re-playability of a game like Shatter.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Unbound Saga
    For 800 MS Points, it might not be worth the cash considering there are other beat'em up alternatives on the XBLA. It certainly can provide a challenge, but many gamers today may not have the attention span for modern side-scrolling beat 'em ups such as this.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Blood Stone: 007
    Blood Stone is a straightforward and plain 3rd person experience and is hard to recommend beyond a weekend rental. But this weekend rental should be an enjoyable one, although shortly lived.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Crazy Taxi
    Crazy Taxi is not a bad game if you take it for what it is. It is designed to provide an entertaining experience a few minutes at a time.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Alien Breed 2: Assault
    Alien Breed 2: Assault is a decent game and a fun co-op experience but there are some flaws.
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