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
    • 63 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The game's a blast and it links to the upcoming "Butt-Ugly Martians: Zoom or Doom!" for GCN. [Sept 2002, p.165]
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    • 60 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    It's a downsized version of the Rayman experience transformed into a multiplayer party game. [Sept 2002, p.165]
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    • 55 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    It's a smashing game for tennis fans and players looking for fun volleyball action. [Sept 2002, p.164]
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    • 53 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Play control is intuitive, and the graphics fit the style of the show. [Nov 2002, p.224]
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    • 60 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    The motley crew of games is packed with great fun for fans of all genres. [Oct 2002, p.196]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    The new game features updated graphics, Ironman Road tournament and a practice dojo. [Feb 2003, p.161]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The challenge is set on high in a faithful re-creation of the Super NES game. [Nov 2002, p.230]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    There are some clever puzzles to figure out, plenty of space combat and the usual almost-maddening-but-ultimately-very-rewarding level of difficulty that we've come to expect from Rare. [Oct 2002, p.192]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It's fast, beautifully rendered, and full of challenge. [Oct 2002, p.195]
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    It's fast fun. [Nov 2002, p.222]
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    • 62 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    The sheer variety of gameplay is noteworthy. [Oct 2002, p.196]
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Rock solid. [Sept 2002, p.165]
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    • 87 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    The system is simpler, but the action is just as exciting and the areas are even larger. [Sept 2002, p.168]
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    • 80 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    While surf locations are not as varied as THPS skateparks, the game delivers fun in the sun. [Nov 2002, p.224]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A fun and funny treat for Scooby fans. [Nov 2002, p.224]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    A deeper and more detailed game than its predecessor. [Nov 2002, p.222]
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    • 49 Metascore
    • 42 Critic Score
    Since the characters have unusual strides, the movement can be slow and unpredictable. [July 2003, p.146]
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    • 87 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    You could play this game for years and still see new and different things. [Oct 2002, p.193]
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    • 68 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    When you let out a Tarzan yell, animal forces will come to your aid. [Jan 2003, p.175]
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The game's locations are larger and more realistic than its predecessor's. [Nov 2002, p.226]
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    • 39 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    It serves up a Solo Mode, three different multiplayer modes and several creative variations of basic dodgeball. [Nov 2002, p.224]
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    • 56 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    While this may be the best realistic motorbike game on the market, the tricks are too plain.[Sept 2002, p.163]
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    • 49 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Cool moves, interactive environments and obstacles aplenty highlight the action-packed beat-'em-up. [Oct 2002, p.196]
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    • 64 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Puzzle action with personality. [Oct 2002, p.196]
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Great graphics, goofy music and the entire kooky cast of the show add life to the deep-sea derring-do. [Oct 2002, p.198]
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    • 82 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    If you're a fan of shoot-'em-up platformer fun, Mega Man Zero is right on target. [Sept 2002, p.165]
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Solid and enjoyable. [Nov 2002, p.222]
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    • 56 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    With a lot to tinker with, 4X4 EVO 2 is built to last. [Sept 2002, p.164]
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    • 63 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    The game play is simple but fun. [Jan 2003, p.178]
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Like the stunts, the sound and graphics are lick (the fire effects are excellent), and the polished presentation is perfect for fans of "SSX Tricky" and other mad, mondo stunt games. [Sept 2002, p.161]
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