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For 2,085 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 62% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 32% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.9 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 77
Highest review score: 100 Gears of War 4
Lowest review score: 20 Smash 'N' Survive
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,403 out of 2085
  2. Mixed: 592 out of 2085
  3. Negative: 90 out of 2085
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Skylanders Trap Team
    Yes, Skylanders will make your wallet cry out for mercy, and parents the world over are probably dreading their kids’ Christmas Wish Lists this year. But their latest offering, Trap Team, is more than just a money grab. It’s one of the most polished, expansive (expensive?) platformers available and is sure to entertain a wide audience, both young and old if you have the cheddar to keep up.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    NHL 17
    Functionary and solid.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Medal of Honor
    A worthy experience, thanks in no small part to the sense of urgency that comes from the story being plucked straight from the world's headlines.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    NHL 11
    Ultimately, if you have NHL 10 there is no real reason to get this.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Matterfall
    Matterfall, as with many other Housemarque games, is a flawed but fun experience. Its relatively small number of levels helps keep it light on fluff, appealing to people who want to find every collectible and maximise their score on the leaderboards. Its short length also means it isn’t an imposing task for someone looking for a change of pace.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Create
    But it can be safely said that the bare bones are here, and Bright Light Studios have provided you with all the necessary tools to get you going. Ultimately the value of this title is up to you and what you do with it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Tales From Space: Mutant Blobs Attack
    In the end it's a great PlayStation Vita game that is a bit too simple and a touch too cute to translate perfectly to the bigger Xbox 360 console. But terrorizing a planet has never been this friendly, this upbeat, or this much fun.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Supreme Commander 2
    Diehard fans of the franchise are going to be disappointed with the way that Gas Powered Games has dumbed down the game mechanic. But while this results in a game that is in many respects a shell of its former self, it’s still a fun and exciting title that has a compelling narrative and solid game play.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Battlefield Hardline
    An entertaining, fast-paced execution of the Battlefield engine.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed: The Ezio Collection
    Three games for the price of one is a great buy, but be prepared for shoddy looking characters.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Neverwinter Nights 2: Mask of The Betrayer
    Unfortunately, the camera problems from NWN 2 are still here.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Medal of Honor: Airborne
    Good job EA, you have finally given a parachute to your declining series and now you are ready to pick yourself up from a botched landing and create a truly next-generation shooter.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    EA Sports UFC 2
    Aside from the impossible submission mechanic, and the prospect of being matched up online against someone far better than you, EA Sports UFC 2 is a serious sports sim. In all its bloody, knock-down, choke-out, primal glory.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Disney Infinity 2.0 Edition
    With video games being blamed for stunting imaginations in young minds, it’s refreshing to see a game that promotes a creative spark.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Buzz! The Hollywood Quiz
    In terms of features and rounds, it’s business as usual.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    South Park: The Fractured But Whole
    In the end South Park: The Fractured But Whole makes me very happy, and I do think farts are funny – at least funny enough for two games.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    inFamous: First Light
    Remembering that players won’t need Second Son to play, it’s a great opportunity for new-comers to the InFamous series to get stuck in. But those who got their fill with Deslin’s earlier adventures, you probably won’t find much new on offer here - apart from an interesting new character to get to know.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Shadows of the Damned
    An engaging and refreshing survival horror, if that's what it truly can be called. Its got solid combat and challenging puzzles, all wrapped up in excellent atmosphere.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Dead by Daylight
    There are – and have been – asymmetric multiplayer games released over the years, with fairly middling results. Dead by Daylight has improved the niche by creating a product that balances simple gameplay with minimal downtime, and giving players plenty of depth to come back to again and again. It is – by far – the superior asymmetric multiplayer game to date.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Green Day: Rock Band
    If you're a big fan, of course, you can stop reading now and go buy this thing.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ion Assault
    Ion Assault is a well presented package that is a blast for short plays. It doesn't have as much meat as some other XBLA games, but I do see myself firing it up every now and again to kill some precious minutes (and asteroids).
    • 58 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    TiQal
    Lumines and Tetris may have paved the way with their falling block puzzles, but TiQal holds its own with a combination of gorgeous presentation, humorous writing and a simple yet entertaining puzzle structure. TiQal is worth your time, money and praise.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rhythm Heaven
    It's definitely worth a look if you're the type who keeps their DS for long plane, train or automobile journeys, and I've no doubt that Beyonce's relaxed endorsement of the product will see it enjoy some success.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rare Replay
    Rare Replay is a fantastic “Best-of” collection, and for $40, it’s a bargain.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The House of the Dead: Overkill - Extended Cut
    While it's true that the market is currently experiencing a bit of a glut in the Zombie genre, in our view the modern take of most of these games is not a patch on the old B-Movie style. So, Melon Farmers, if you want a game filled with blood and tatties, get your artichoke down to the store and grab this one.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Chaos Rings
    So when it all comes down to it, what you have here is a classic Square Enix RPG that you can play wherever you are, without having to make any major compromises in your expectations. Sure, it costs more than the other icons on your iPad and, yes, its control scheme is weirdly out of place.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
    If you appreciate hilarity and good puzzles, check this out now!
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SoulCalibur
    If, however, you're like me and have a whole bunch of friends who grew up with Soul Calibur, you're going to be spending all your time in Versus mode.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pro Evolution Soccer 2013
    Personally, Pro Evo 2013 feels a bit too much like work. Videogames are meant to be fun and, while I appreciate the finesse and hardcore aptitude required to impress in Pro Evo, I can't help but think that time would be better spent on a pitch mastering the real-life sport.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    MX vs. ATV Reflex
    While it hasn’t lit my world on fire, Reflex is solid fun.
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