Nintendo Force Magazine's Scores

  • Games
For 844 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 66% higher than the average critic
  • 7% same as the average critic
  • 27% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.4 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 79
Highest review score: 100 Metroid Prime Remastered
Lowest review score: 20 Cartoon Network: Battle Crashers
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 11 out of 844
844 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you've got a kid in your life who's never played Pokémon before? Buy this game immediately. [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 67]
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    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Starlink as a new franchise isn't perfect, but it's still a whole lot of fun. [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 71]
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    • 91 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    As many people as possible should have the opportunity to experience Inside. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 21]
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    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Complete or not, this is one incredibly fun fighting game, and a great value for $10. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 22]
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    • 85 Critic Score
    As a Dad, I'm thrilled that this game is as good as it is at doing exactly what it needed to do: put a huge smile on the face of my Paw Patrol-loving 4- year-old son. [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 76]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you enjoyed past WarioWare games, you won't want to miss this. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 63]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Stepping into the shoes of B.J. Blazkowicz makes for one wild ride! [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 66]
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Octopath Traveler should be recommended and lauded as one of the best on the Switch so far. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018]
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tadpole Treble is cute, fun, packed with personality and is just one of those ideas that is mindboggling when you wonder why no one ever thought to make music playable like this before. [Issue #23 – September/October 2016, p.26]
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    • 64 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a fresh and entertaining multiplayer first-person shooter that carries with it a lot of Metroid Prime's unique style and feel. [Issue #23 – September/October 2016, p.66]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It's brilliant, challenging and an absolute joy to strategize with the cards randomly dealt to you. [Issue #55 – October 2021, p. 24]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you've ever wanted to dive into the world of fashion, there's no better time than now. [Issue #23 – September/October 2016, p.76]
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    • 96 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    I think fans of gothic literature, visual novels and/ or engrossing stories will find something to love about this game. Just know that if you start it, you've got to reach the end to really appreciate what it has to offer. [Issue #55 – October 2021, p. 28]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you're looking for a new 2D platformer with top-notch level design, Electronic Super Joy won't disappoint. [Issue #19 – January/February 2016, p.23]
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you're a mature gamer (I can't recommend this game to anyone still in high school, considering some of the subject matter that gets explored within) and you're looking for a horror story that doesn't depend on cheap shots or jump scares to entertain, then I'd suggest joining the Doki Doki Literature Club. [Issue #55 – October 2021, p. 72]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Stella Glow is a lot of fun, and I found myself not wanting to put it down once I got started. [Issue #19 – January/February 2016, p.69]
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Whether you like golf or not, What the Golf? is a hole-in-one. [Issue #48 – September/October 2020, p. 27]
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you're looking for a return to the originals, you'll be disappointed – but only just. This is a worthy standalone title, and its story is great. [Issue #48 – September/October 2020, p. 68]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Having so many great, timeless classics all together and so easy to pick up and put down at a moment's notice is spectacular. [Issue #48 – September/October 2020, p. 70]
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Spirit of Justice recaptures the true spirit of the Ace Attorney series to deliver a story both triumphant and heart-wrenching.  [Issue #24 – November/December 2016, p.18S]
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    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you've not experienced the Azure Striker Gunvolt series yet, this second installment is a terrific place to start. [Issue #24 – November/December 2016, p.20S]
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Stretchmo rocks! Fans of the earlier games, grab it fast. [Issue #16 – July/August 2015, p.20]
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    • 69 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Even though it misses a few chances to do more, Dr. Mario: Miracle Cure is still the best version of this classic puzzler so far. [Issue #16 – July/August 2015, p.21]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you're searching for the next great platformer hidden in the Wii U eShop, Tic Toc's first Wii U title might fit the bill. [Issue #16 – July/August 2015, p.23]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mario Party: Star Rush is far and away the most fun I've ever had with a Mario Party game. [Issue #24 – November/December 2016, p.17M]
    • Nintendo Force Magazine
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Murder by Numbers is a winning blend of two genres never previously mixed. [Issue #49 – November/December 2020, p. 21]
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    While Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse gave me déjà vu more than once, it has an intriguing story with plenty of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. [Issue #24 – November/December 2016, p.18M]
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It's a perfectly designed game. [Issue #31 – January/February 2018, p. 24E]
    • Nintendo Force Magazine
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you're unsure if you want to take the plunge, the less expensive prequel is a great way to test the waters. If you get through it and end up hungry for a much bigger burg to brawl in, and can stomach a few technical hiccups, you'll more than get your money's worth with this full-throated, knuckle-dusting follow-up. [Issue #64 – March/April 2023, p. 31]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    I fully recommend it as a first step into Monster Hunter. [Issue #31 – January/February 2018, p. 26E]
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