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
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    • 50 Critic Score
    A scream for very young players. [Feb 2002, p.153]
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    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The graphics are vibrant, the beat-driven music is catchy and the madcap action boasts hidden areas and collectibles you can cash in for help. [Nov 2001, p.148]
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    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Slick graphics, top-notch audio and tight controls top off a prizewinning fight. [Dec 2001, p.170]
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    • 40 Critic Score
    The untamed action is klutzy and frustrating. [Dec 2001, p.172]
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    • 65 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An all-out delight. [Nov 2001, p.148]
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    • 61 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The techno-industrial music and Final-Fight style action are aggressive but repetitive at times. [Nov 2001, p.148]
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    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    New variations make Tetris Worls a world of fun. [Nov 2001, p.148]
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    • 39 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Just right for beginner players. [Nov 2001, p.150]
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    • 75 Critic Score
    With Gauntlet on the DS, I think they've finally hit the sweet spot--a nice balance of old-school mentality and modern game-design sensibilities. [Holiday 2008, p.82]
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Just as fast, brutal, complex and fun as "Guilty Gear X." [June 2002, p.154]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Offers shear puzzle excellence that's totally ewe-nique. [Feb 2002, p.154]
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    • 49 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Stiff control and limited moves make Power Rangers: Dino Thunder a very frustrating play. [Dec 2004, p.154]
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    • 87 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Contains an impressive collection of popular diversions. [Jan 2004, p.162]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    The game may keep toddlers entertained, but so might an empty box (which is a heck of a lot cheaper). [Oct 2005, p.100]
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    • 76 Critic Score
    Intuitive and fun. [Apr 2003, p.135]
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    • 61 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    Although it's difficult to pull off tricks in the snowboarding competition, the play control as a whole is very good. [Mar 2004, p.121]
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    • 60 Critic Score
    A fighting game with RPG-style character building. [Sept 2002, p.164]
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