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
    • 68 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Engaging game play but very little action or animation. [Apr 2003, p.138]
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    • 54 Metascore
    • 52 Critic Score
    Since matches can be made only through stacking, game play can be limiting and monotonous. [Feb 2003, p.157]
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    • 40 Critic Score
    A basic pinball game with a choice of four tables. [Apr 2003, p.138]
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Cutthroat competition and fierce racing tactics make Karnaaj Rally an exciting battle-racer. [Apr 2003, p.137]
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Simple, but fun. [June 2003, p.137]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    The most stunning part of the game is the way that it seamlessly mixes footage from the films with scenes and dialogue developed for the game. [Feb2003, p.152]
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    • 64 Critic Score
    Mission objectives are not always clear, but the basic game play is straightforward. [Feb 2003, p.156]
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    • 66 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Simple enough for young players to enjoy, but older SpongeBob fans will like it, too. [Mar 2003, p.136]
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    • 36 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    For an espionage title, the movement and sniping control is surprisingly sluggish. [Feb 2003, p.154]
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    • 63 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Fun and funny. [Feb 2003, p.155]
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    • 52 Critic Score
    Fans of straight-ahead pinball without video game frills will give hardcore Pinball a high score. [Apr 2003, p.137]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    The graphics, sound effects and game play combine for a satisfying action experience. [Mar 2003, p.138]
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    • 64 Critic Score
    A side-scroller that should be fun and challenging for young players. [Apr 2003, p.137]
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    • 89 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Improved graphics, advanced physics and more control features contribute to a solid hockey sim. [Dec 2002, p.216]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The cut scenes look like stills from an anime film, and the story offers lots of twists and turns. [Mar 2003, p.138]
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    • 53 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    Features 16 ready-made machines that are graded in four categories: mobility, power, weapons, and armor. [Dec 2002, p.222]
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Beautifully detailed gothic environments. [Feb 2003, p.155]
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    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    With victories, you earn special items and magic abilities. [Jan 2003, p.173]
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    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's no precise way to target your prey, so shooting a single enemy from a crowd is nearly impossible. [Feb 2003, p.153]
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    • 60 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Three types of powerups give Frogger extra speed and strength. [Feb 2003, p.156]
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    • tbd Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The main game is a nonstop food fight among four characters. [Jan 2003, p.174]
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    • 86 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    One of the best racing games yet for the GBA. [Mar 2003, p.138]
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    • 95 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Incredible level design. [Dec 2002, p.222]
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    • 46 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Straightforward sci-fi action with comic book style and lots of cool gadgets. [Feb 2003, p.155]
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    • 46 Metascore
    • 46 Critic Score
    The frame rate suffers in the downsized version. [Aug 2002, p.146]
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Lots of cool villain-mimicking moves and a collection of beautiful backgrounds make the game fun to play and great to watch. [Dec 2002, p.220]
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    • 63 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It's a lot of fun but somewhat repetitive. [Nov 2002, p.220]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The play control and range of features are on par wtih those of Sega's "NBA Basketball 2K3," only with a college basketball experience. [Dec 2002, p.214]
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's perfect fighting fun for fighting game afficioniados but could be confusing for players who are new to the genre. [Nov 2002, p.228]
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    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Crude content aside, it's a solid and enjoyable BMX riding game. [Feb 2003, p.155]
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