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
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great introduction to RPGs for newcomers. [Oct 2009, p.89]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Given that it's certainly no epic, globe-spanning adventure, you'd be surprised how absorbing Atelier can be. [Dec 2009, p.85]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Metal Slug 7 is a solid, fun shooter, but it lacks the ingenuity of the better games in the series. [Holiday 2008, p.80]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shadow Assassins is a solid stealth title that can be both fun and frustrating, a mix of truly impressive features and clumsy missteps. [Feb 2009, p.88]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    The unique presentation is a crowning achievement for puzzle games. [Mar 2002, p.136]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It's great for players of all skill levels. [June 2002, p.154]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The graphics and animation are top-notch. [Sept 2003, p.138]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The game's intuitive control makes it easy to pick up and play for gamers of any age or skill level. [May 2003, p.139]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball fans with something to prove, though, should find themselves right at home. [July 2010, p.85]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Just as Garfield is not a very ambitious cat, the game does not try to reach far. But what it does do, it does well. [Oct 2007, p.89]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    The pacing, variety, and control are spot-on. [Feb 2005, p.113]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Hard-core RPG fans will enjoy the game's nonlinear depth and detail. [Nov 2003, p.152]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A solid entry in the extreme sports genre. [Dec 2002, p.218]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The camera stays above the characters, resulting in Gauntlet-style game play. [Feb 2003, p.157]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you haven't played "The Two Thrones", Rival Swords is definitely worth a look. [May 2007, p.84]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    The game is simple fun. Ironically, though, it's not incredibly deep. [Feb 2005, p.114]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The puzzles aren't very puzzling, but the pace is quick and the action is intense. [Oct 2003, p.140]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Action fans will love it for its excellent platformer fun. [Aug 2002, p.146]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    The first-person perspective viewpoint can be disorienting, especially with no map or radar feature. [Nov 2002, p.220]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Solid and enjoyable. [Nov 2002, p.222]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Play control is very responsive, but unforgiving. [May 2003, p.138]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Surprisingly entertaining. [Holiday 2008, p.87]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's a great collection for those who still enjoy a good classic 2-D fighting game. [Dec 2008, p.104]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Beat City's delightful presentation and supercatchy chip-tune soundtrack will get your toes tapping and your head banging in no time. [May 2010, p.85]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a piece of gaming history that's not to be missed. [Jan 2011, p.84]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Don't expect many surprises. [Aug 2009, p.90]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Although the game doesn't have the intangibles that put "Freekstyle" over the edge, it's still a wild ride. [May 2003, p.139]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The control is tight. [Dec 2003, p.144]
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    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Offers a form of exercise that will strengthen part of the body other than our bulging thumb muscles. [Dec 2005, p.118]
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    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pokemon veterans will also breeze through the comparatively light challenge Ranger provides, but newcomers to the franchise will enjoy the challenge. [Dec. 2006, p.112]
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