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For 1,030 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 19% higher than the average critic
  • 7% same as the average critic
  • 74% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.7 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 90 Super Mario Odyssey
Lowest review score: 28 Derelict Fleet
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 347 out of 1030
  2. Mixed: 631 out of 1030
  3. Negative: 52 out of 1030
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Borderlands 3
    Borderlands 3 sticks to the formula established in previous games. Despite suffering from technical issues and some pretty obnoxious characters and dialogue, the improvements to core mechanics, a great variety of locations and enemies, and series-best procedurally generated loot make it a more than a worthy sequel that should enthrall fans for dozens of hours.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Still Wakes the Deep
    Aided by its magnificent setting, purposeful suspense, and slick pacing, Still Wakes the Deep is a nicely crafted first-person horror game that needed more complexity.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Hot Wheels Unleashed
    Hot Wheels Unleashed is an enjoyable arcade racer with deep customization and great presentation, let down by a lack of modes to play.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The Pathless
    The Pathless is a charming indie adventure with a strong atmosphere, engaging exploration and a myriad of fun puzzles that is too good to be forgotten amongst the next generation hype.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Rad
    With the vast array of wacky mutations and other random elements, you can milk a whole lot of enjoyment out of this $20 adventure. Roguelike aficionados and retro gamers alike should definitely give RAD a look.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Q.U.B.E. 2
    Like the original, Q.U.B.E. 2 keeps the emphasis on smart puzzle design and maintains a core group of mechanics that fit together like a glove.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Yooka-Laylee
    Yooka-Laylee is a fun throwback to a bygone era of gaming, with more than enough charm, variety, and engaging challenges to make up for its shortcomings.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Scarlet Nexus
    Scarlet Nexus succeeds largely on the back of its engaging gameplay. Bandai Namco have crafted an excellent combat engine that lets you run wild with power. The characters could have used some sprucing up, and the repetition of the environments is disappointing, but the framework of a future franchise is here.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy
    Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy continues to push the series back to its former glory. While the combat engine still needs some work, the platforming and puzzles will challenge both your mind and reflexes in satisfying ways. For a fifth entry, it’s nice to see the series still trying to produce compelling magical adventures.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Pyre
    Pyre definitely suffers from structural issues, and doesn’t solidify into a truly great experience until its later half, but on the whole it’s another fascinating entry from Supergiant Games - and that second half is worth it. Somewhat flawed, but recommended nonetheless.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Immortals Fenyx Rising
    Immortals Fenyx Rising may not do much to push the open-world action adventure genre forward, but it does still ultimately succeed at being yet another competent release cut from the all too familiar Ubisoft cloth.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    FIFA 19
    FIFA 19 is a rather rudimentary refresh for the soccer sim series, one that offers slightly retooled gameplay and plenty to do in FUT, but doesn't feel all that exciting. For the first time this console generation, it's an annual entry that's probably safe to skip for casual fans.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Pepper Grinder
    Pepper Grinder is highly enjoyable, but a touch too short. It's a very unique platformer that manages to stand out in a very crowded genre, even if it fumbles during the final levels a little bit.
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    • 78 Critic Score
    Traffix
    Traffix is nice little game that takes a seemingly straightforward puzzle concept and makes a fun experience out of it.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
    The medieval RPG series offers an improved sophomore effort, with another engaging and very immersive open world, interesting quests and better technical performance. Not everyone will find joy in its rigid mechanics and challenging combat, but Deliverance 2 continues to offer a strong foundation of some devoted role-playing.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Company of Heroes 3
    Company of Heroes 3 proves that its unique and addicting RTS formula remains intact, and while it has plenty of solo and multiplayer content to keep you engaged for hours, a few design issues and presentation weaknesses prevent it from being declared an outright triumph.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Detroit: Become Human
    Developer Quantic Dream continues to solidify their pedigree in creating narrative driven cinematic experiences. Aside from a few story and design stumbles, Detroit: Become Human offers an engaging adventure with great presentation, meaningful choices, and plenty of replay value.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
    Shantae: Half-Genie Hero provides the same great sidescrolling action and charm of previous entries, though it also retains the series' awkward progression mechanics and suffers from a short length.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Call of the Sea
    Call of the Sea is a new take on Lovecraft’s lore with a vivid introduction that enhances the moments when the game transitions into darker waters. With an interesting story and solid puzzles, it is an adventure game worth playing.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    NHL 20
    NHL 20 finally offers some forward momentum for this sports franchise, and though it's not all smooth as ice, at least fans have a variety of good reasons to lace up the skates again this year.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Elex
    There is a fantastic RPG at the core of Elex with some excellent world and quest design, remarkably diverse factions and environments awaiting those who can get past its slow start, clumsy combat and overall lack of fine polish.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Dragon Age: The Veilguard
    Dragon Age: The Veilguard is a worthwhile return for the RPG franchise. Despite some oversimplification of mechanics and uneven writing, the new combat style and interesting characters and narrative choices make for an engaging fantasy adventure.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
    While ultimately for the fans, Activision and Vicarious Visions successfully bring nostalgic PS One classic romping back into relevance, while including some extra bells and whistles that (save for some control slips) allow the originals a greater depth.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Riders Republic
    Owing to its precise gameplay and satisfying open-world, Riders Republic has the makings of an extreme sport fan's dream. It just would have been nice if the title's exhausting and obnoxious attitude had been checked at the door.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    DRAW CHILLY
    Don't expect a masterpiece, but those who enjoy pure, undiluted action-survival gameplay - and are fine with a bit of repetition - should get a kick out of Draw Chilly.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Effie
    Effie isn’t going to blow any minds, but its tried-and-true action and 3D platforming design makes for a delightful callback to yesteryear.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
    Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition brings the 1999 classic into 2019 with admirable grace. The developers manage to introduce very positive changes without radically altering that gameplay which has enthralled legions of fans for decades. Despite some issues, this is an exemplary remastering of a past title.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Relicta
    Relicta is a smart, well-designed puzzler. It provides a tough challenge that really forces you to carefully think about each move. It's not always perfect, but is a solid entry into one of my favorite genres.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    GARAGE: Bad Trip
    Garage: Bad Trip is an unrelenting barrage of camp horror and ridiculous action sequences whose grungy VHS aesthetic will likely appeal to cult-movie enthusiasts, while also managing to be well-structured, accessible top down shooter with its very own grotesque thrills.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Gran Turismo 7
    Gran Turismo 7 continues to go about its brand of racing simulation in a uniquely eccentric and elegant way. It looks and handles as great as ever, though there is not much novelty here to get excited about, and the always-online requirement remains unwarranted.
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    • 91 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Shadow of the Colossus
    Shadow of the Colossus lives up to the legacy of the original and provides a brand new presentation for fans to experience. Newcomers will get the best playing version of the title while veterans will get the version they always dreamed of. The game is smoother to play, the presentation is top notch and the minimalist storytelling from the original isn’t embellished or altered. This is exactly what you’d want from a remake and I couldn’t be happier with the final result.

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