Nintendo Force Magazine's Scores
- Games
For 844 reviews, this publication has graded:
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66% higher than the average critic
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7% same as the average critic
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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: | SteamWorld Heist | |
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| Lowest review score: | Cartoon Network: Battle Crashers |
Score distribution:
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Positive: 640 out of 844
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Mixed: 193 out of 844
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Negative: 11 out of 844
844
game
reviews
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I honestly think ILCA's decision to play it safe was the biggest thing that hurt Brilliant Diamond. Maybe if it had included a few more of the story beats and improvements that were introduced in Platinum, I'd be giving it a higher grade. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 66]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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If you really liked Happy Home Designer, you'll be very happy with how Happy Home Paradise improves on its formula, especially after you've worked your way up the ranks. If you're not interested in interior decorating, the only things you'll be missing out on of any note would be the ability to craft room dividers and redecorating your neighbors' homes. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 27]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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When it peaks, all of Tetris Effect: Connected's separate parts meld together and your mind melts away. It's the most feel-good, fully featured and fun version of Tetris to date. Get your brain on Tetris and feel the bliss! [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 23]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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If you dare to step inside the Pocket Dungeon, I'd recommend an extreme degree of caution and being prepared to dial the difficulty down right away. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 22]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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A game with such a grand reputation deserves better than this bare-minimum approach of a port. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 21]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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This is easily one of the most fun strategy/sim games I've played, and if you like British humor and/or imagining exactly what a Ghostato or Unicorn Bacon would taste like in real life, then add Epic Chef to your grocery list. It's magically delicious! [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 20]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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It's a brainteaser like no other. More importantly, it really feels like it fits alongside the FPS action of the primary DUSK. You'll need to consider how to use the environment to your advantage while eliminating your enemies in the same way, just with fewer animations and less in-your-face pressure. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 19]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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DUSK's smarts are what really make it work. Every level is brilliantly paced and thoughtfully spaced to inspire on-the fly strategies to survive this wholly unfair onslaught of terror. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 19]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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Astalon's quality is undeniable. Its character animation, puzzles and power-up progression are all top- notch, and the copious extras (like a mode where you play as one of the campaign's reoccurring bosses), all show that this was a labor of love. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 18]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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It's a testament to how compelling Loop Hero's core gameplay "loop" is that you never feel punished by putting in the extra time as long as you're in the right headspace. [Issue #57 – January/February 2022, p. 17]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Mar 7, 2022 -
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If you're looking to get the most enjoyment out of this title, it's best to play with family or invite a bunch of friends over – it's a solid collection for get-togethers, but lacking in the solo play department. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 74]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Cruis'n Blast is a wild time from top to bottom, and what it might lack in quantity, it makes up for in quality and replayability. If you like arcade racing, don't let this pass you by. It truly is a blast! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 73]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Hot Wheels Unleashed is hard. Like, unnecessarily so. I hope that the developers, after reading feedback about the too-tough difficulty level, will patch the game to be more accessible to Hot Wheels' biggest fans: small kids! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 72]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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It is glorious. Maybe not perfect, but still very good. It has everything I loved from Banana Blitz HD, and little of what I didn't. I highly recommend checking it out if you're new to the series, or if you just want to see a Dreamcast in a ball. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 71]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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A lot of the game feels like a rough draft, but it's simplistic enough for families to jump into for a quick match and have a lot of fun. Just don't expect to spend a ton of time with it. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 70]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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The plot and scenario kept me engaged even in its tedium, and while the game is different from the stellar original, it is brilliant in its own right. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 69]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Someone's bound to get a DBZ action/adventure game right one of these days, but unfortunately this one's a few Dragon Balls short of summoning Shenron, if you know what I mean. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 68]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Even with Samus Returns under their belt, I'll admit to being slightly worried that MercurySteam wouldn't be able to live up to the standards set by Sakamoto's original Metroid crew at Nintendo R&D1. With Dread, my worries proved to be unfounded! This is a magnificent new benchmark for the franchise! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 66]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Each of these games is an excellent individual effort and would be well worth revisiting alone. All together, for the equivalent of a few bucks apiece, the value is incredible! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 28]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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I finished Eastward burdened with regret and melancholy, but I can't deny the joy it inspired, nor the many, many colorful friends who made this darkly hopeful tale all the more memorable. Maybe this is a sign that I ought to appreciate what I found rather than lament what I missed. Not a bad takeaway, wouldn't you say? [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 26]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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TOEM isn't a long game, and it's not a difficult one, but it's perfect if you want to enjoy a cute, low-key gaming experience that's built around a photo mode. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 25]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Even if the writing and characters were somewhat weak at times, Road 96 was still a heart-pounding emotional road trip that doesn't pull any punches. You might win freedom, but what will you end up losing in the end? [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 24]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Like their previous Recharged title, Atari isn't trying to reinvent the wheel here. Its back-to-basics design is limited, but I'd be lying if I said I didn't have a blast while it lasted! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 23]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Shantae has been kind of the guinea pig for a new emulation initiative. It isn't as in-depth as a Shantae re-release could have been, but the base game itself is still so charming that it's worth a look on Switch even without extra bells and whistles. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 22]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Garden Story's on the short side, but it has plenty of options and content to really stretch your experience toward 100% completion. It's grape for all ages! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 21]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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If you think that Super Smash Bros. Brawl's "1/100 chance of tripping" mechanic ruined the game, then SkateBIRD definitely isn't for you. But if you'd like to embrace a little chaos while getting wild in a virtual skatepark made of paperclips and duct tape, then we're birds of a feather, and this is a game you should flock to. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 20]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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I can't say how long every game should be, but I can tell you that Steel Assault made me think about arcade-era design in a whole new way, and I was glued to my screen for the full 90 minutes it took me to see it through from start to finish. [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 18]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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So now that he's here, is Sora a fitting addition to Smash? Honestly, very much so. Sora has been designed to be extremely accessible, with a basic sword-like moveset, and little emphasis on gimmicks like stances or meters. Don't be surprised if we see a number of Sora mains at the next big Smash tourney, especially from first-time entrants! [Issue #56 – November/December 2021, p. 17]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Nov 8, 2021 -
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Ys IX is a great game and a worthy follow-up to VIII. I'd recommend playing VIII first, but if you like that one, play this! [Issue #55 – October 2021, p. 74]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Oct 7, 2021 -
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World's End Club is more interesting than it is traditionally "good," so how much you're able to invest in this kind of story will determine how much enjoyment you'll be able to get out of your time with it. When you really break it down, most aspects of the game leave a lot to be desired, but for the right audience, World's End Club will be more than the sum of its parts. [Issue #55 – October 2021, p. 73]- Nintendo Force Magazine
Posted Oct 7, 2021
