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
    • 84 Critic Score
    The game opens with short segments from the new film. [Dec 2002, p.224]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Play control is tight and the graphics are detailed, with a great sci-fi style. [July 2003, p.147]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    A clever use of AI makes it possible for you to influence enemies with sight and sound. [Nov 2004, p.131]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game is on the short side, but it's very enjoyable while it lasts, with its clever puzzles and innovative game play. [Nov 2001, p.142]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fans of the Ace Attorney series and graphic-text adventure games in general will find little to object to in this excellent title. [Mar 2010, p.89]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The challenges are generally more difficult than those of Mario games - and sometimes more frustrating. [April 2002, p.150]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The sound track? Sublime <I>and</I> Ozzy Osbourne - it doesn't get any better than that. [Dec 2001, p.168]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    The game is complete with commentary from another classic character - Mario! [Feb 2004, p.148]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars might not be getting as much attention as some other launch titles, but if you have any interest in strategy or military games, you won't want it to sneak by. [April 2011, p.77]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game's motion controls work great with either the Wii Remote or the Wii Wheel, and are a little more forgiving than in Excite Truck. [May 2009, p.87]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The developers did an admirable job of re-creating the overall feel of the previous titles while making a game that's great in its own right. [June 2010, p.84]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    All the additions fall short of what I'd expect from a good sequel. [March 2005, p.105]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Intended as a colorful and welcoming invitation for new Wii U owners, Nintendo Land succeeds as a broadly enjoyable tutorial on the myriad features and abilities of the console and its unique GamePad controller. [Dec 2012, p.72]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    While there aren't any huge feature additions, it's still a solid, arcade-style football game. [May 2002, p.136]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    At times, the camera shows the action at awkward angles, but for the most aprt it's spot on. [Apr 2003, p.134]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    "Quotation Forthcoming"
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Offers 270 puzzles. [Feb 2003, p.160]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Side stories abound, and Ham Studios keeps you entertained with music and news. [Sept 2004, p.116]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The controls are tight, the gameplay is varied and the whole experience feels polished. [Feb 2004, p.147]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rune Factory has a lot of potential, but it will take more than incremental upgrades to reach it. [Jan 2009, p.90]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    A high level of difficulty will frustrate novice players. [Dec 2004, p.152]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Mixing driving challenges with RPG depth, Car Battler Joe is a one-of-a-kind adventure. [Feb 2003, p.158]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    The game's 3-D driving engine provides one of the GBA's best automotive experiences - fast action with a smooth frame rate. [Oct 2003, p.141]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you're as serious about your soccer as EA is, then FIFA 08 won't disappoint. [Nov 2007, p. 102]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    That said, any issues I have with Kirby's Return to Dream Land are relatively minor; this is an exceptional title, whether you're a longtime Kirby fan or not. [Oct 2011, p.80]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you don't mind sifting through GTA-style filler, Blackhand Edition's The Godfather ties and offer-you-can't-refuse machismo are well worth the play. [June 2007, p.101]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    An open format, great driving physics and stylized graphics contribute to a rewarding playing experience. [Feb 2005, p.113]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Square Enix may have transformed FINAL FANTASY III into a thing of beauty, but they haven't polished out its bumps and quirks to make it appeal to modern tastes. [Jan 2007, p.103]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Drawing strongly from the look and feel of the movie, Chamber of Secrets is a richly designed, wonderfully immersive experience. [Dec 2002, p.211]
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    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Play control is top-notch and the voice acting, particularly that of Christopher Walken, is excellent. [Jan 2004, p.158]
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