Nintendo Power's Scores

  • Games
For 2,179 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 57% higher than the average critic
  • 5% same as the average critic
  • 38% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 6.1 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 100 Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Lowest review score: 20 Ant Nation
Score distribution:
2179 game reviews
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Chatting with characters can get tiresome, too; it's entertaining when they have funny dialogue, but the humor isn't as consistent as I'd like. [Nov 2009, p.89]
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    • 45 Critic Score
    FFF starts simple and later becomes boring and monotonous. [Nov 2009, p.89]
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    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    For all its intricate plot threads, the game is at its best during these little character moments. [Nov 2009, p.78]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A cinch to pick up and play, but will be just as easily forgotten. [Oct 2009, p.90]
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A pretty shameless knockoff of Namco Bandai's Katamari Damacy series, conceptually speaking, but as far as knockoffs go, this one isn't bad. [Nov 2009, p.88]
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    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Spyborgs may not revitalize its genre, but it makes a respectable effort. [Nov 2009, p.79]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's a must for fans of the turtles and a good bet for anyone who enjoys a fun multiplayer game. [Nov 2009, p.82]
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    • 55 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It improves upon its predecessor in every respect. [Nov 2009, p.86]
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    • 59 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Stays firmly in the for-fans-only bin. [Oct 2009, p.89]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    One of the most fully featured sports games on the Wii console. [Oct 2009, p.87]
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    • 50 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Reeking of a quick-and-dirty Wii port, the game is hampered by clumsy controls, bland level design, muddy visuals, and ultrasimplistic AI. [Dec 2009, p.89]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Amazing...This might be the most creative game I've ever played. [Nov 2009, p.81]
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    • 20 Critic Score
    Think of this as Baby's First RTS. [Sept 2009, p.90]
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    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Anyone who loves the Mario characters, RPGs, or even action games should absolutely give Bowser's Inside Story a look. [Oct 2009, p.86]
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    • 41 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    It must have been a pretty awful plane, because it lends its moniker to a game in which it's virtually impossible to maneuver or engage in combat. [Oct 2009, p.90]
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    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you're a fan of the Fab Four, The Beatles: Rock Band is unquestionably a must-buy. [Nov 2009, p.81]
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    You've-got-to-see-it-to-believe-it graphics certainly don't hurt. [Oct 2009, p.88]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    An enjoyable adventure. [Nov 2009, p.90]
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    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It's a cute game, but too many issues make Mini Ninjas less fun than it should be. [Nov 2009, p.81]
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    • 51 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    The game just isn't much fun. It also isn't fun to look at. [Nov 2009, p.89]
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    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    True, these are not revolutionary additions, but they are appreciated refinements. [Nov 2009, p.88]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A unique setting and some decent - not great - chills. [Oct 2009, p.87]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Plenty of unlockables keep this produce market-fresh for a long time. [July 2009, p.87]
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    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great game that's well worth your time. [Oct 2009, p.89]
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Using various motion-controlled tools to excavate your Spectrobes is oddly compelling, but this is otherwise a pretty vanilla effort. [Oct 2009, p.90]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    That EA is making a concerted effort to create something unique for Wii is admirable, but at the end of the day, I'd rather play Madden NFL 09. [Sept 2009, p.89; score increased from 7.5 on Oct 2010, p.92]
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    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Straightforward enough to be accessible for newcomers yet unique enough to keep strategy fans entertained. [July 2009, p.88]
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    • 44 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    An impressive feat, yet still a genre better represented elsewhere. [June 2009, p.90]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great introduction to RPGs for newcomers. [Oct 2009, p.89]
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    • 51 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Joe fans will appreciate the diverse selection of playable characters, at least. [Oct 2009, p.90]
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