PC Gamer's Scores
- Games
For 3,861 reviews, this publication has graded:
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45% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.7 points lower than other critics.
(0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 72
| Highest review score: | Crysis | |
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| Lowest review score: | NRA Varmint Hunter |
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Positive: 2,077 out of 3861
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Mixed: 1,412 out of 3861
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Negative: 372 out of 3861
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Normally, a weak narrative isn't necessarily a deal-breaker, but in this case, where the technology is so horribly dated, the reason you play Spiderweb's games is for a great story and memorable characters. And Blades fails in that regard, instead using rehashed gameplay, leveling mechanics, and inventory management. [Oct 2004, p.96]- PC Gamer
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If you've just taken a course on Greek history, you might appreciate the setting, but for both strategy and visuals, Spartan is very...well, spartan. [Dec 2004, p.106]- PC Gamer
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Not everything it should've been, but sporadically brilliant and usually fun. [July 2004, p.56]- PC Gamer
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While Prisoner of Azkaban lacks the all-ages appeal of the books and movies, its colorful graphics and not-too-challenging gameplay should certainly do a good job of keeping young kids entertained. [July 2004, p.58]- PC Gamer
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Not nearly as good as its predecessor, and in need of patching. [July 2004, p.54]- PC Gamer
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The controls are awful...L.A. is nowhere near fully modeled. [July 2004, p.60]- PC Gamer
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Almost-passable fare for a wacky-golf game, but it can't hold a candle to the superbly crafted "Links" and "Tiger Woods" games of even several years past - both of which are available for this game's $20 price. [Dec 2004, p.106]- PC Gamer
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Between the game's classy commentary and its sensational broadcast-style presentation, soccer fans will find a ton of depth in the championship mode, which you can take online to play others in one-on-one match-ups. [July 2004, p.65]- PC Gamer
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Definitely a kids' arcade game with the extreme simplicity of a console title, Shrek 2 offers enough comic mischief to make children love the big green guy all over again. [July 2004, p.58]- PC Gamer
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If party trivia is your thing, buying the Trivial Pursuit board game is a better investment. [Nov 2004, p.87]- PC Gamer
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If you're an RPG junkie, Beyond Divinity is definitely worth your time and money. Just don't expect to extract any extra gameplay hours out of the random dungeon generator - it's just not going to happen. [July 2004, p.64]- PC Gamer
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Simple, yes - maybe even simplistic at times - but in the end, it's the first MMOG I've picked up in a long time that I'll keep playing and playing. [July 2004, p.52]- PC Gamer
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Both single-player and multiplayer RTS buffs will find plenty of utterly fantastic content here. Thrones is a must-buy expansion for owners of "Rise of Nations." [July 2004, p.60]- PC Gamer
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My biggest complaint is the excruciating grind, where you hunt creatures for experience points and money. [July 2004, p.66]- PC Gamer
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The intricate level construction and enhanced AI are appreciated, but I still felt like I was playing nothing more than a glorified expansion pack. [July 2004, p.66]- PC Gamer
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Even while telling myself that I should be revolted - especially since Cash is a thoroughly unsympathetic protagonist - I finished the 15-hour game in three sittings. [July 2004, p.72]- PC Gamer
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A huge improvement (thanks to a ground-up rebuild) over last year's version... Hardball fanatics everywhere owe it to themselves to try this great game. [Oct 2004, p.96]- PC Gamer
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Simulation purists will have issues with the game's "faked" vehicle physics, overly forgiving damage model, and rigidly structured Career mode, but ToCA Race Driver 2 offers more than enough high-speed thrills to rope in even the most demanding PC racing fans. [July 2004, p.71]- PC Gamer
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Visually, Painkiller is sumptuous. I won't disclose the awe-inspiring setting of the last level except to say that it's one of the most dazzling displays I've ever seen in a game. [July 2004, p.76]- PC Gamer
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Combat is largely devoid of any tactics, and the only interesting aspect of the fighting is a two-fisted system that lets you swing a sword with one hand and fire a gun with the other. [July 2004, p.68]- PC Gamer
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Shockingly un-shocking, it's too much mood and little "boo." [Mar 2004, p.73]- PC Gamer
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It's as if the designers had never even seen a computer game, let alone played one... It's just a terrible game. [July 2004, p.61]- PC Gamer
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Aside from some frustrating quirks and unrefined space missions, Breed is a good shooter that offers "Halo" fans a veritable add-on pack. [May 2004, p.72]- PC Gamer
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Doesn't offer anything worth even a cursory glance. Even squad-based strategy-game fantatics should take a pass on this lousy $20 beer coaster. [July 2004, p.55]- PC Gamer
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It's unfortunate that the same level of fun didn't make it into the single-player campaign. [July 2004, p.73]- PC Gamer
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If you're a more casual type who's not anal about realism, Desert Rats will satisfy your inner tank commander. [June 2004, p.66]- PC Gamer
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A lot of fun in the short term. It's just a shame Namco didn't put more work into the graphics and more creativity into the mission design to give it some legs. [July 2004, p.73]- PC Gamer
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The fact is, Syberia 2 doesn't top the first game. It starts out strong - Kate second-guesses her leap of faitih, yet perseveres to outwit a misogynistic monk - but there's just not enough narrative thrust to support a compelling second chapter in the story. [Apr 2004, p.71]- PC Gamer
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It's quite simply a foul-mouthed stinking piece of adolescent crap. [May 2004, p.73]- PC Gamer
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Definitely a solid strategy game, but lacking in depth and story. [June 2004, p.70]- PC Gamer
