PALGN's Scores

  • Games
For 1,949 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 34% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 60% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 70
Highest review score: 100 Super Mario Galaxy
Lowest review score: 5 Elf Bowling 1 & 2
Score distribution:
1949 game reviews
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Overall, Vanguard is promising. With some tweaking over its lifespan, it may be able to provide some fresh MMORPG action, with some elements new to the genre. However, currently many issues hold it back from being great.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    MX vs. ATV Unleashed: On the Edge is hindered by some technical issues like the long loading and the lack of an auto save.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    NFL Street 3 treads familiar territory too closely to be considered a must for experienced players.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Capcom’s defrosted sequel offers some satisfactory multiplayer and co-op play, but fails completely as a solo experience. Lost Planet 2 may look and sound astonishing, but it is ultimately undermined by poor design and frustrating gameplay.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Custom soundtracks and Xbox Live support (any form of it) would have bumped this score up to an eighty, but as it stands we feel that Microsoft may have rushed this out a bit to soon.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    There is a variety overload in terms of gameplay; with fundamental 2D gameplay enhanced by the context sensitive magic scheme, a horribly addictive DDR-esque section, 6 fun and quirky mini-games and taking care of your own virtual pet Nintendogs style, not to mention multiplayer mode and a bevy of extras to come back for.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    G-Force is, against all odds, a decent kids game. Entirely derivative, but it steals from the best.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's as simple as this - you will either love or hate Deadly Premonition. If you're looking for a bizarre game that's so bad it's good, you've found your match. If you're not… well, keep looking.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Even with some annoying flaws, The UnderGarden provides a unique puzzle experience that will surely win you over with its charming visuals and beautiful music.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    On the surface it looks like a really good game, but after about half an hour it becomes repetitive and a little dull.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Despite having a strong story, solid visuals and great implementation of voiced dialogue, Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance ultimately falls short in gameplay.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It may not evolve on its predecessor, but Tom Clancy's HAWX 2 is an entertaining air combat game with plenty of content and variety.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It takes time to gather momentum, but A Shadow's Tale is worth stepping out of the dark for.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A fun 2D fighting game aimed at a particular type of gamer, one that is well versed in otaku culture. In terms of gameplay and visual presentation, there are far superior options already out there.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    As far as quiz games on the go are concerned, Buzz! Master Quiz is a solid effort for the PSP.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The gameplay has improved but there are still a few problems which means only those who will get extreme joy from customising their vehicles should take a second look at Juiced 2.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite the minor nitpicks that plague this game, Grand Theft Auto is a spectacular game that lives up to it's big-console cousins.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The action can become a little bit repetitive, and the adventure aspects of old Spyro titles are gone, but it does feel like a New Beginning for the franchise.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Brain Challenge is a polished and entertaining game that solidly achieves its objective of testing your cognitive abilities.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Slowly these titles are becoming just average compilations. Midway really need to take a break from this series; it is evident from this title that they are running out of ideas.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you want an online dungeon crawler with a decent atmosphere, nice visuals and repetitive but social and sometimes exciting action, this will do nicely. Don't bother for offline only play.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This game isn't going to win any awards for originality or complexity, but if you're after a non linear child's game that is based on the movie then you'll be pleased to know that this game is actually a fairly decent title, which left me very surprised.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    An enjoyable game for the children but also a title that adults can play. The only real disappointment from the game comes from the fact that it is a little too formulaic and the game is over in just under four hours.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game also lacks a lot of favourable gameplay elements, and what is there usually feels like B-grade material.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    For those serious about improving fitness and losing a few centimetres, there is a lot to like about The Biggest Loser: Ultimate Workout, but ultimately a cumbersome navigation interface and occasional motion detection inaccuracies keep it from being a truly great title.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Probably overall the best retro compilation yet. Capcom Classics has some better games, but the better emulation and presentation of Legends, combined with the greater number and variety of games (no “three versions of each game” here) puts it over the top – just.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Aliens vs Predator is a fanboys dream come true and works very well for the most part, though a bit of bug spray and polish could've pushed it through to the stratosphere. Recommended.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A decent effort by Rockstar. More could have been done, and it doesn't have the tangible appeal of Wii Sports in the control department, but for a more traditional sports release with some motion based bells and whistles, it's not too bad.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Despite it’s shortcomings, Nancy Drew: The Creature of Kapu Cave should once again please Nancy Drew fans and those who are keen for a simple mystery game.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    'Better' games will be released than Ninja Blade, but few will allow you to see and experience what's on offer here.

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