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For 5,880 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 45% higher than the average critic
  • 18% same as the average critic
  • 37% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 8 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 67
Highest review score: 100 Shantae: Risky's Revenge
Lowest review score: 10 Hockey Allstar Shootout
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,271 out of 5880
  2. Mixed: 2,831 out of 5880
  3. Negative: 778 out of 5880
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    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pokemon Art Academy
    It's a well-realized, totally engaging experience that will appeal to both the curious and long-term fans alike, and uses its host of versatile, recognizable characters to put across a broad range of styles and techniques.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    1001 Spikes
    The frustrating lack of off-TV play aside, 1001 Spikes is a spirited, fun title that exemplifies the creative indie spirit that is permeating the eShop.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    1001 Spikes
    A great experience, but not one without its flaws — and absolutely not one for the faint of heart.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Color Zen
    The pick-up-and-play nature of 3DS gaming lends itself to the game's quick levels even better than Wii U does, and keeps it from getting boring – if you're a fan of puzzles, electronica, or just want something to relax with after a long day of work, Color Zen is a worthy investment.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Inazuma Eleven Go: Light
    A solid début for the GO sub-series, if not a stand-out, it scores a narrow, extra time win in its quest to maintain the standards that fans of outrageous football have come to expect. Well played, Level-5.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Inazuma Eleven Go: Shadow
    A solid début for the GO sub-series, if not a stand-out, it scores a narrow, extra time win in its quest to maintain the standards that fans of outrageous football have come to expect. Well played, Level-5.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tomodachi Life
    Tomodachi Life is perhaps best described as the glorious culmination of the Mii concept that was heralded by the release of the Wii back in 2006, and at long last gives your virtual avatar a life of its own — as well as many humorous and entertaining escapades to enjoy.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pushmo World
    Anyone who fancies a good puzzle will enjoy Pushmo World immensely.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Chubbins
    Chubbins is a deceptively difficult old-school platformer that's all about managing your angles and learning to bounce at just the right moment.
    • 37 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    I've Got to Run!
    At its inexpensive asking price, there are worse games in the Wii U's growing library of eShop offerings, but understand that you won't be running with Marshmallow Boy for very long.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    LEGO The Hobbit
    A typically rushed movie tie-in, and an unfortunate blemish on an otherwise excellent franchise.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Luv me Buddies Wonderland
    This game does no favours whatsoever to its brand, its players, or other creators who would demonstrate more consideration in making children’s games. A real shame.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ittle Dew
    Ittle Dew is a top-class puzzle-adventure title that Zelda fans will absolutely adore.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    ARC STYLE: Baseball 3D
    Even without the confounding Tournament scoring issue, Arc Style: Baseball 3D is an average eShop title that's skippable to all except the most die-hard baseball fans.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Grinsia
    Despite its flaws and repetitive nature, Grinsia effectively nestles itself into the void that it aims to fill, but it’s up to the player to decide whether or not another throwback is what they’re after.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Gravity Badgers
    If you'd like to give your brain some exercise, you can definitely do a lot worse than this.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Denpa Men 3: The Rise of Digitoll
    If you're a first-time player looking for a creative, polished, and thoroughly funky RPG to sink dozens of happy hours into, friendly mechanics and a well-balanced difficulty level make this the perfect place to start.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Alien on the Run
    With intuitive controls and quick portable-friendly stages, Alien on the Run is a title you'll have trouble putting down.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Fit Music for Wii U
    Fit Dance For Wii U really wants to be perceived as a serious piece of fitness software, but it's buried beneath a pile of technical and aesthetic issues that has it struggling to keep up with the competition.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Candy Match 3
    Save your teeth for something sweeter.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Turtle Tale
    At its low price point, Turtle Tale is an entirely functional platforming adventure from a small indie studio that you can breeze through in a day or two.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Swords & Soldiers HD
    Five years on, Swords & Soldiers is still an excellent title. It's quite simple compared to most RTS games, but it has just enough depth to make it a highly entertaining experience, especially when it gets ported correctly as it has been in this case.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Squids Odyssey
    Squids Odyssey takes a simple concept and crafts an engaging yet not stifling amount of challenge out of it, resulting in a nice balance of haphazard fun and strategic thought.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Deep Sea Creatures
    While Deep Sea Creatures is by no means a bad game, it's definitely not for everyone.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Cut the Rope: Triple Treat
    With three games’ worth of content all stuffed on to a single 3DS card, Cut the Rope: Triple Treat is certainly the best entry in the series that you can pick up for the system.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    LEGO The Hobbit
    LEGO The Hobbit attempts to take what has arguably become one of he most repetitive franchises in modern gaming and make it feel new again, but unfortunately falls short of hitting its mark every step of the way.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Color Zen
    If you appreciate clever puzzle design and want a stress-free game to wind down with after a long day of work, this is for you.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Sokomania 2: Cool Job
    Sokomania 2: Cool Job is a competent, playable little puzzler that, at its low price point, could provide the player with a few minutes of diversion.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Jewel Match
    Jewel Match provides a classic, basic match-three experience, but it’s hard to recommend it over the sea of other, similar titles out there; especially when it lacks any real elements that provide a unique twist or make it aesthetically pop.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mario Kart 8
    The vehicles and racers have never handled better, the collection of courses is possibly the best yet, while replayability through Ghost Races or — primarily — online races and Tournaments is almost endless. A few design oddities aside, this joins the list of must-have Nintendo games on the Wii U; it’s an accomplished effort that pushes the franchise forward.
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