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
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ivy the Kiwi? is a charming puzzle platformer that makes intuitive use of the DS's capabilities. It's one of the better 'pure' DS platformers to come out in a long time.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Def Jam Rapstar confidently captures the swagger of the hip-hop genre with a slick combination of old-school and new-school tracks which are sure to delight any funky monkey.
    • 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.
    • 36 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    A fairly basic and uneventful puzzler, Dead Space Ignition will probably be best enjoyed by hardcore fans of the Dead Space series only.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A short, but sweet little game with quirky writing and simple combat, Costume Quest is yet another charming treat from Double Fine Productions and a very promising sign of things to come.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    BlazBlue: Continuum Shift is a fantastic sequel to BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger, and it's easily one of the best fighting games of this console generation.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The most accurately detailed sporting video game on the planet at this time. Make no mistake, NBA 2K11 is where amazing happens.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rock Band 3 focuses more on the music, providing a fun and streamlined experience. However, taking full advantage of the game comes with a rather large pricetag, and it's up to you whether it's the worth the extra cash to upgrade from plastic to fantastic.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    Considering the low price tag (USD$4.95), adventure fans would do well to check Puzzle Bots out. Just be prepared for a frustrating final level and silly plot twist that comes together a bit too quickly.
    • 40 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    While there are still a lot of areas that could have been done better, Motion Sports: Play for Real is an adequate launch title that shows off the potential of Kinect.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The King of Fighters 2002 Unlimited Match is quite retro from a technical standpoint and the 2D fighting genre has moved on to the next level, but for 800 Microsoft Points, you are getting the biggest and best playing The King of Fighters game ever made (period).
    • 52 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    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.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kratos' road to revenge is a well-worn path, and while Ghost of Sparta doesn't have a whole lot new to offer, it is a tight, fun and great-looking adventure for the PSP.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    John Daly's Prostroke Golf works as an example of the PlayStation Move, but ultimately fails in every other aspect. The core gameplay is good, but overall isn't enough to sell a package that is put up against other far more successful golf franchises.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Make no bones about it, Splatterhouse is a worthwhile successor to its retro counterparts and a worthy addition to the ever-expanding action genre.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Time Crisis: Razing Storm compilation is a really mixed disc – for those seeking out a light gun game that implements the Move controller well, it will only be partially satisfying, given the weakness of Razing Storm's motion controls. Thankfully, the package is partially saved by the controls and fun factor of Time Crisis 4 and Deadstorm Pirates especially.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    SingStar: Dance seems like a natural evolution of the series, but the actual dancing and Move functionality is poorly implemented. Nevertheless, the tracklist is solid and the game's core karaoke function will provide fun at parties.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The Shoot is an uninspired on-rails shooter that fails to capture the imagination it desires to make real and simply remains below average.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Shaun White Skateboarding isn't worthy of your time, your patience or most importantly - your money.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Sengoku Basara: Samurai Heroes brings nothing new to the hack-and-slash table, nor does it improve on any of the genre's typical features.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Saw II has a few decent puzzles, and fans may appreciate some of the story's revelations, but terrible combat, poor boss encounters and the complete lack of scares detract from the experience.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Ultimately, Front Mission Evolved isn't a particularly satisfying title for those who are fans of the series, mech games or even third-person shooters in general. It might be worth a rental if you're a fan of pyrotechnics, but other than that, expect an utterly mediocre title.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Scribblenauts fixes just about everything that was wrong in the first game, and offers a wonderful gaming experience that we wish there was more of.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Poker Night at the Inventory continues Telltale's tradition of offering games that deliver a great story. You'll come for the cheap poker mechanic and stay for the humourous banter.
    • 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.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you like beat 'em ups, you will appreciate this one, but ultimately Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage is a love letter to fans of the original series.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    With some obvious flaws that render the game difficult to play at best, Final Fantasy XIV will benefit from some updates in the near future. It's not bad by any means, but it's tough to recommend until the glaring issues have been dealt with.
    • 30 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    While the intent was there, Fighters Uncaged comes off as a failed experiment that should be avoided if you're looking to see the potential of Kinect.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    At first, The Fight seems sloppy and broken, but with practice and patience it eventually evolves into a decent fighting experience. It's still not great, or even that good, but it is at the very least playable.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For all the game has got going for it, which is still a lot, Fable III is unable to transcend the sum of its parts and we're left to lament what could have been.

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