Official Xbox Magazine's Scores
- Games
For 2,495 reviews, this publication has graded:
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58% higher than the average critic
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5% same as the average critic
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37% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5 points lower than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 70
| Highest review score: | Fallout 3 | |
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| Lowest review score: | Pulse Racer |
Score distribution:
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Positive: 1,261 out of 2495
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Mixed: 940 out of 2495
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Negative: 294 out of 2495
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Though the game mostly works as advertised, occasional missed moves and finicky menus disappoint. So do the bare-bones campaign and limited array of fighting venues. But with bonus challenge stages, split-screen and online multiplayer, and local co-op beatdowns, this lively Kinect romp packs unexpected (but appreciated) staying power.- Official Xbox Magazine
- Posted Oct 31, 2012
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As any gamer will tell you, it's not necessarily about the innovative pathways a title forges, but in how it handles - and Tork handles the curves smoothly. [March 2005, p.79]- Official Xbox Magazine
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The game is hamstrung by long, dull stretches. [Aug 2010, p.79]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Older kids will undoubtedly roll their eyes at this harmless sequel, but its simple platforming hub and dozens of unpredictable mini-game spokes cater nicely to youngsters with short attention spans. [Jan 2009, p.75]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Somewhat unresponsive, sluggish controls. [Nov 2009, p.78]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Only PC-less coaster fanatics should even think about purchasing. This is still fun, but anti-enhanced. [July 2003, p.84]- Official Xbox Magazine
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From its unspectacular graphics to its utterly predictable, objective-based spin on Horde mode’s wave-based skirmishes, Fuse never fully comes together.- Official Xbox Magazine
- Posted May 28, 2013
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Multiplayer is a blast, even if it's a hassle to re-invite everybody after each game. For 800 Microsoft Points, the goofy racing variety of Mad Tracks gives you excellent milage. [June 2007, p.72]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Jimmy's Vendetta packs plenty of content--six-plus hours, easily--but you'll feel like you're getting your $10 worth for only the first hours or so. [Nov 2010, p.81]- Official Xbox Magazine
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I'm sure the folks behind this game would've been both pleased and amused to get a "6.9" score in this review. Sadly, this flaccid lump of code is barely worth a third of that. [Dec 2004, p.78]- Official Xbox Magazine
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It's not perfect, but it hits most of its well-intentioned targets. [Feb 2011, p.74]- Official Xbox Magazine
- Posted Jan 10, 2011
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This casual block-dropper has a satisfying complex exterior and enough well-paced rewards that it kept us coming back to stack. [Holiday 2009, p.76]- Official Xbox Magazine
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The goofy ending shenanigans are worth the trouble, of course, but it’s always a shame to see a runner stumble just before the finish line. Luckily, the rest of Deadpool is so light on its feet and so steadfastly amusing that you’re bound to remember all of the pleasure and none of the pain.- Official Xbox Magazine
- Posted Jun 25, 2013
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- Posted Nov 10, 2010
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Creaky and sometimes clever - yes. Fantastic - not so much. [Sept 2005, p.86]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Despite a few neat ideas, it's as though Blacklight doesn't want to be played. After a couple of hours, you'll be happy to oblige. [Oct 2010, p.85]- Official Xbox Magazine
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With four distinctive maps and a fun new mode, Naval Strike is a stellar pick-up for Battlefield 4 fans. [July 2014, p.77]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Obviously, Up wasn't meant for adults, but the kid in all of us can find something to enjoy in it. [Aug 2009, p.74]- Official Xbox Magazine
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War in the North is hardly the most memorable adventure through Middle-earth, but you won't regret any of the time you spend fighting across its grim battlegrounds.- Official Xbox Magazine
- Posted Nov 1, 2011
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Aside from the odd cut-scene, the game basically has no story, and the four campaigns essentially differ only in their starting-territory distributions. [May 2006, p.84]- Official Xbox Magazine
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But for those of us who love a bit of fruity melodrama to go with our genocidal tendencies, N3's simple, responsive controls--along with the singular, satisfying thrill of netting 2,000 kills in one stage--is exhilarating. [Oct. 2006, p.80]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Like the motion picture, this is no "LOTR." But if you're in the mood for some mindless medieval hacking and slashing (or just the chance to fill the shoes of the gorgeous Keira Knightley), give this game a shot. [Dec 2004, p.82]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Blood Bowl's disjointed real-time mode is hard to control and keep track of, making it a complete waste of time. [Apr 2010, p.81]- Official Xbox Magazine
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While it doesn't have the style of "Halo" or the myriad of gameplay choices like "Splinter Cell," Shadow Ops is a decent throwback to simpler shooter times when running and gunning was all that is to be expected. [Aug 2004, p.77]- Official Xbox Magazine
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For a mere five bucks, you'd be a fool not to download one of the greatest arcade games of all time. [Oct. 2006, p.72]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Minor graphical upgrades, a new hidden character, and new ending sequences. Nothing spectacular, but it adds up to make this the best version currently available. [July 2003, p.81]- Official Xbox Magazine
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The game's biggest addition - including Tails as an aid in single-player mode - gives the perfect level of balance to correct mistakes made at mach speed.- Official Xbox Magazine
- Posted May 9, 2012
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Hardcore completists may appreciate squeezing the last bits out of Empire Bay, but all others should let this aggravating add-on sleep with the fishies. [Feb 2011, p.76]- Official Xbox Magazine
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Despite having tons of unlockable content, the game will hold little thrills for annyone above age 12, and even kids will finish the thing before the weekend is up. [Aug 2006, p.78]- Official Xbox Magazine
