Nintendo Power's Scores
- Games
For 2,179 reviews, this publication has graded:
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57% higher than the average critic
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5% same as the average critic
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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: | Super Smash Bros. Brawl | |
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| Lowest review score: | Ant Nation |
Score distribution:
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Positive: 873 out of 2179
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Mixed: 1,099 out of 2179
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Negative: 207 out of 2179
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You can't go wrong with FIFA 07--but it may not be worth the upgrade if you have a recent version. [Dec. 2006, p.112]- Nintendo Power
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But the basic gameplay is flawed in every way, especially during the unresponsive fight sequences. [Oct. 2006, p.92]- Nintendo Power
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Battle B-Daman players who have exhausted the first game and crave more B-Dabattling will be satiated by the follow up. [Dec. 2006, p.114]- Nintendo Power
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Either way, Clash of Ninja 2 is a solid fighter that should appeal to Naruto and fighting-game fans alike. [Dec. 2006, p.105]- Nintendo Power
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How much you enjoy Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis will probably correlate directly with how much you like guiding characters via the stylus. [Nov. 2006, p.87]- Nintendo Power
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Still, four-player battles can be a heck of a lot of fun, so it's worth a look if you and some friends are fans of the show. [Dec. 2006, p.110]- Nintendo Power
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Whether you're looking for the next great RPG or a good reason to dust off your GameCube, Origins is a worthy title that will keep you busy for a long time to come. [Nov. 2006, p.84]- Nintendo Power
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Multicard two-player tank battles and single-card download demos round out a well-placed and satisfying adventure. [Oct. 2006, p.86]- Nintendo Power
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Capcom Classics Mini Mix delivers a triple dose of old-school fun, and as long as you don't expect more than that, you'll be in for a nostalgically good time. [Nov. 2006, p.88]- Nintendo Power
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Ubisoft's GCN adaptation of Open Season, however, craftily dodges critical pans by offering a fast-paced and funny adventure that gives maxium entertainment and minimal frustration to the members of its young target audience. [Nov. 2006, p.92]- Nintendo Power
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Mystery Dungeon is not perfect, but its robust and original aspects form a game more solid than many expected. [Nov. 2006, p.86]- Nintendo Power
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Mystery Dungeon is not perfect, but its robust and original aspects form a game more solid than many expected. [Nov. 2006, p.86]- Nintendo Power
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We've been waiting for a good "Harvest Moon" game for the DS for many, umm, moons, and we're still waiting. [Oct. 2006, p.91]- Nintendo Power
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Whoever's responsible should be thrown into the Sarlacc pit. [Nov. 2006, p.90]- Nintendo Power
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As is, it's a tasty morsel that will appeal especially to conoisseurs of DS oddities like "Phoenix Wright" and "Trauma Center". Bon appetit! [Nov. 2006, p.90]- Nintendo Power
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Nonetheless, the action is well-balanced and production values(especially an unprecedented amount of voiceover)are top-notch. [Nov. 2006, p.85]- Nintendo Power
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It's a good choice for punchy party fans. [Nov. 2006, p.87]- Nintendo Power
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LEGO star Wars laid the groundwork for a solid sequel, and LEGO Star Wars II delivers. [Nov. 2006, p.88]- Nintendo Power
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With enough practice against human opponents under your belt, you may eventually find play against the AI opponents to be more manageable. [Nov. 2006, p.85]- Nintendo Power
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Don't expcet to sail the high seas in One Piece: Grand Adventure. [Oct. 2006, p.89]- Nintendo Power
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The combination of classic and new elements makes it the most wholly satisfying Star Fox game yet. [Oct. 2006, p.88]- Nintendo Power
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So, the question remains, is it worth it to upgrade from 06 to 07? If improved graphics and new rosters do it for you, the answer is yes. If not, you may want do better by waiting to see what 08 brings. [Oct. 2006, p.90]- Nintendo Power
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The overall game is as good as ever and can't be beat for football on the GBA. [Oct. 2006, p.89]- Nintendo Power
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But for the most part, it's a coookie-cutter kart game, and after 25-plus years of entertaining us, Pac-Man deserves more. [Oct. 2006, p.92]- Nintendo Power
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Just like you can count on the Colts choking in the playoffs, you can rely on EA's venerable football franchise to deliver the goods on an annual basis. [Oct. 2006, p.87]- Nintendo Power
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But it's a really watered-down take on sttealth gameplay, and annother disappointing installment in a once highly regarded franchise. [Oct. 2006, p.91]- Nintendo Power
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Still, Freedom Wings has its fun moments, and it's just quirky enough to keep you wondering what lies around the next bend. [Sep 2006, p.84]- Nintendo Power
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When it comes to game design, however, Deep Labyrinth flounders in a sea of linear progression through bland stages full of brain-dead enemies. [Oct. 2006, p.87]- Nintendo Power
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If you vallue quantity over quality in your game collections, Games Explosion! fits the bill. If you prefer polish, you'll do better by sticking to the WarioWare games or established classics compilations. [Oct. 2006, p.92]- Nintendo Power