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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:
  1. Positive: 929 out of 1949
  2. Mixed: 843 out of 1949
  3. Negative: 177 out of 1949
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    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Sims 3: Pets
    The Sims 3: Pets is little more than a re-release of last year's console port with a few endearing, inessential features thrown into the mix. The core game is still solid fun, but it is disappointing that a little more effort was not made to render this anything more than a minor revision of a known quantity.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Brian Lara International Cricket 2007
    Despite the familiarity, the slight improvements mean Ricky Ponting International Cricket 2007 is still at the top of the table. However, you should only get the PC version if you have no other choice.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    WarTech: Senko no Ronde
    Wartech: Senko no Ronde is a hard game to recommend to everyone due to its sheer lack of content but fans of this rare and dying genre should definitely check it out.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Lord of the Rings: War in the North
    It's by no means perfect, but Lord of the Rings: War in the North is still one of the better games to come out of the franchise, particularly if you play co-op. If you've been missing middle earth you're bound to get some enjoyment, just be prepared for it to be a little rough around the edges.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
    Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire isn't as deep as we'd hoped and there are a few issues like the camera and basic gameplay elements.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    NBA Live 06
    The controls are an issue to consider before deciding to purchase this game as well, because although it may not seem like they will make that much of a difference, they do.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Fight Night Round 3
    Fight Night Round 3 for the PS3 has the same old problems and a bunch of new ones - and a few scant extra features just aren't enough to tip the balance.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Shaun White Snowboarding
    Confusingly caught between the world of arcade and simulation, Shaun White Snowboarding provides a competent look at the snowboarding genre that will draw you in for a couple of hours, but won't compel you to stay on the mountain.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Too Human
    Too Human is a very competent action-RPG let down by clunky controls and a pervasive air of sloppiness. It's definitely worth a look for the dungeon-crawling Diablo crowd, but most will regard it as nothing more than an ambitious curiosity which never quite comes together.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia Classic
    Prince of Persia Classic ought to serve as a template for all future XBLA remakes. It had great potential but needed a little extra refinement to broaden its appeal.
    • 39 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Thor: God of Thunder
    Sameish gameplay and graphical issues aside, Thor: God of Thunder does have some pretty decent action-adventure combat and animations that give Thor a life and sense of style of his own.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Need for Speed: Nitro
    Nitro does a great job at being an arcade racer for a broader casual audience. It's not perfect and struggles with repetitiveness after long bouts, but it is the best Need for Speed title for the DS yet.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Rub Rabbits!
    Fans of the original will find more to enjoy from this game, and those looking for some multiplayer action will have a blasts with what’s on offer. However, the game just losses a lot of interests, and fast.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Z: Buu's Fury
    But those wanting an action/adventure game that offers all the elements needed to create the perfect adventure title will be sadly disappointed.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Arthur and the Invisibles
    It just gets repetitive from time to time and suffers from average graphics and annoying British accents.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    The Dog Island
    The Dog Island is a charming adventure so full of puppy cuteness that it would bring a smile to almost anyone's face. But at the $50 price point, you might find that titles like Nintendogs and Animal Crossing prove to be a better investment to keep the kids engaged this winter.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    EA Playground
    EA Playground is an okay game with only seven or so mini games, but they are all enjoyable and quite a few people will find themselves coming back to dodgeball, so you could do a lot worse.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Captain America: Super Soldier
    Captain America: Super Soldier is one of the better movie tie-ins of late, but not a particularly inspiring game in its own right; a weak story, bland visuals and shoddy platforming are propped up by an enjoyable combat system which deserves a sequel of refinement.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Kinect Joy Ride
    A bizzare divide between the extremes of playing the game aside, Kinect Joy Ride plays well enough to justify use of the Kinect sensor, but there really isn't enough to it otherwise.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli
    While it can't compare to the likes of Gran Turismo and Forza Motorsport 2, Ferrari Challenge proves to be a satisfying drive for the fanatical Ferrari gamers out there.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Arcana Heart 3
    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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai
    Apart from a few bad design issues and ridiculous premise, The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai has most of the elements required for a good and possibly even a great game.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Tak: The Great Juju Challenge
    With a poor story, short quest mode and no real reason to come back to the game there could be better choices for those in need of a platformer for christmas.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi
    The battle presentation is spot on, and the system is half way there, but Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi is still only half way to being the Ultimate Dragon Ball Z experience.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2
    Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 has plenty of fluster and a heap of bluster for fans but little to keep the interest of non-fans and seasoned gamers.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Silent Hill: Homecoming
    While Silent Hill: Homecoming is a decent survival-horror romp, the series has seen better days. It's a bit stale, a bit easy, and a bit light-on in the scare department.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Super Mario Strikers
    It's a real surprise that the single player portion of the game is so under baked, despite the wealth of content featured in the baseball, tennis and golf games – it's almost like the game is worthless without a few friends.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Polarium
    A good game but it’s going to be forced to dwell in the shadows of much superior titles, especially Meteos, as it’s genre has been trumped. However, a lot of the redeeming value is diminished by the fact that the Challenge mode is weak and it is a puzzle game that will only appeal for a finite amount of time.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Nancy Drew: The Phantom of Venice
    It's about as middle of the road as gaming gets and suffers from a few lazy design flaws, but is still oddly enjoyable.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Virtual Pool: Tournament Edition
    A good choice for those looking for a Pool game, especially on the Xbox where there is no Pool Paradise. In fact, this game has a few things that Archer Maclean's title doesn't.
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