PLAY! Zine's Scores

  • Games
For 1,364 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 55% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 37% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.6 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 75
Highest review score: 100 The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Lowest review score: 10 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV
Score distribution:
1364 game reviews
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you are tired of same old fantasy setting in RPGs, you will absolutely fall in love with Tyranny. Another great isometric RPG from Obsidian.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Realpolitiks by Jujubee is a good concept that went astray at some point and lots of features in game could have been executed better. Constant pop-up windows with choices are annoying and repetitive, warfare is horrible and overall game is too simple and content lacking.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    An awesome remaster and a taste of what's to come, yet lack of new content make this package something only true fans will enjoy to the fullest. But the way this prologue plays is more than a good reason to look forward for the next installment in the series.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Wonderfully painted explanation of how sequels are made. Not a single piece falls out of great foundations made by the first game, yet fills up the experience with so much more. A treat for every single fan.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Horizon Zero Dawn is a beautiful open world action adventure with some light RPG elements. It has a good and interesting story in addition to excellent hunting mechanics, but there's also a lack of character diversity and personalities.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nioh is a really challenging game. Sometimes, maybe even too much so. You have to be at the top of your game just to keep your head on your shoulders. So it's also the perfect example of whether a game's difficulty is just enough to announce the title as a "successful" one or not. Also, that's the reason that we can only recommend Nioh to the biggest hardcore gamers out there.
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    • 75 Critic Score
    Run, jump, squash your foes, grab some coins then repeat. A formula so simple, but it still works like a charm. For the entry price, Goblin and Coins is one cute distraction.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Now that the season is complete, we can conclude that the latest Hitman was one solid stealth adventure, providing huge open levels for players to explore on their own. Agent 47, although quite old, is still alive and kicking.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    In the year that had so many good FPS games, Call of Duty failed to bring anything of importance to the medium. The tried and tested formula feels rather stale this year and we might've gotten to a point when the series should just take a break until it figures out what it wants to do.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An amazing sequel to a great game, Dishonored 2 would be absolutely phenomenal if it weren't for its plethora of terrible technical problems. Framerate drops, freezes and such are marring this brilliant game so much, the overall experience is hurt.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A logical evolution of the formula, Titanfall 2 is everything we wanted from the original game and more, a solid foundation that will be built upon for months to come.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A humorous package of sweet nostalgia, with some really great battle mechanics. After a while, it could get dull, but it should not stop you from getting many enjoyable hours before that.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    On the gameplay level, Zubmariner doesn't bring too much to the table. But it's the mythos and continuation of the story what will keep you exploring the depths and dark places of this Lovecraftian tale.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    For fans of Commandos and similar squad-based games, Shadow Tactics is a must play. It is a pure tactical bliss, even more so if you're into Japanese culture and history.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Occasional bugs and rather steep difficulty aside, new rendition of WRC is exactly what fans of offroad rally games should play right away. Just be sure to bring a steering wheel.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    There is no doubt - a game you need to have in your collection, especially if you were a fan of 2013 reboot. Brand new Lara's adventure is thrilling, gorgeous escapade that will keep you glued to the screen for many hours.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Mechanicaly identical to Space Marine, Eternal Crusade feels like it should've stayed in the early access stage for a while. It will take a lot of fixing and a hefty price drop until we could recommend this side of the grimdark 40K universe.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Even though it's short for the asking price, Final Station tells a compelling story in an intriguing world. 
    • 58 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    An ambitious project from a small studio that ultimately falls flat due to its frustrating physics engine, Scrap Garden is neither good nor bad, but somewhere in the middle of mediocrity.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It might not become the next eSports craze, but Fractured Space does manage to provide a zen experience that is so often absent from the multiplayer games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A sequel that improves upon nearly everything, providing tremendous amounts of fun for a not so tremendous price. 
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you have even a tiny bit of interest in this subject, you won't go wrong with buying Farming Simulator 17. And, admit it, it was about time to send that old FarmVille down the drain.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    When the market is overcrowded with military FPS games, DICE still managed to reign as the king of the genre with the most impressive throwback to the roots of war-themed FPS. Battlefield 1 is a must-buy!
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It might not be considered a breakthrough a couple of years down the line, but today Until Dawn: Rush of Blood is THE experience everyone should witness and a perfect example of what VR can and should do.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Watching your opponent fall right into your trap or hitting him with pinpoint accuracy are just some of the priceless moments Atlas Reactor provides. It is a truly one of kind game that mixes several genres into something weird and brilliant.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    For the diehard fans, there’s no doubt - FIFA is the way to go once more. Providing even more than we hoped for, FIFA 17 is a massive new entry in a long series.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A bold step for the music/rhythm genre that is sure to scratch your itch, especially if you grew tired of the mainstream games that used to dominate the genre.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Coalition did play it safe for their first game, but still delivered a fun, classic Gears of War experience that will, hopefully, provide an equally good sequel.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A fun, albeit short, bundle of games that is a great introduction to gaming in VR. Worlds still leaves a bit of a bitter taste as a rather expensive game instead of being bundled with Playstation VR.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A rhythm game that’s closer to the survival horror genre than other music games, Thumper is an incredibly mesmerizing, oppressive, dark and often scary descent into hell.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Sometimes, Mafia 3 is a glimpse of what could've been an amazing, immersive game. At other times it’s a buggy, unoptimized mess that should've stayed at the drawing board for at least two more years.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Not a complete disaster, but very close to being one. Syndrome does offer quite a few scary and tense moments, but its sluggish gameplay and bugs make it more of an annoyance to play.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Focusing mostly on the PvP aspect of the game, Ashes doesn't bring enough to satisfy the thirst for more Dark Souls. The new story is on the short side, but what is there is masterfully executed.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The potential is there, and the good mechanics easily outweigh the bad ones, bringing us the good old loop of ''just one more turn''.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A game chock-full of content that provides numerous hours of fun, surpassing the previous game in almost every way. Still, there is a long way until we get a proper, epic Dragon Ball game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Mostly a game aimed at the most hardcore players of the racing simulation genre, Corsa won't find too many fans in the crowd. The console version also leaves the impression of an incomplete game that we just can't recommend.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The continuing of Adam Jensen's saga delivers on visuals and style, yet again it misses a key ingredient that's expected from a high-profile RPG and that's narrative. It is a game with a complex and serious premise that does offer an amazing journey but drops the ball in the story department.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Another year and another NBA game that offers plethora of modes and activities that are sure to keep you entertained throughout the upcoming year. A dominating sports simulation, for a reason.
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    • 55 Critic Score
    Even though it looks cute and offers fun gameplay, My Night Job fails to offer any longevity and the player will drop it right after the first hour or two.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It might take a lot to make a stew, but Overcooked brews one delicious soup that's ideal for those gatherings where you just need a little break and have a hilarious bit of fun.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    A game that strips the concept of turn-based strategy to its bare bones, without an intriguing story, but with a tedious grind that will turn the player away very soon.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    In theory, a concept that should've been brilliant. In theory.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Compared to its predecessor, Championship Edition 2 offers more stuff to do, yet it never manages to achieve the pure arcade bliss that entranced the player to spend hours on end.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    In a nutshell, Grow Up could be described as "just another indie platformer" especially with its wonky physics. There are some performance issues, but even with them it's a relaxing romp that can help you unwind during its 4-hour running time.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Even considering this was a portable-first, God Eater 2 in its PS4 edition remains a rather unspectacular game. But, its brilliance lies in its core, the deep gameplay system with numerous weapon modifiers. It's not for everyone, though it doesn't need to be.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The fifth episode delivers a rather high difficulty spike, which was honestly needed in the episodic Hitman. It is an improvement over the previous episodes and deserves to be played by Hitman fans and stealth fans in general.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Blizzard has done it again. Legion not only delivered the trademark Blizzard style, but it's bringing back the veteran WoW players with hundreds of new quests and the most brilliant and complex story so far. And for an MMO that's going on for over a decade - that is an achievement worthy of every recommendation.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For the fans of the beat 'em up genre, this is a must. Yet, it won't leave its mark on the gaming world bar the impressive amount of political incorrectness, staying just above the average of the gaming spectrum.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Shiny could've been a good game that would leave its mark in the platforming genre. It could've stood toe to toe with Meat boy, Mario and even Portal. It could have, but it doesn't.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Not only is it a frustrating game at its core, but Clustertruck also suffers from serious case of bugginess in which the player usually can’t manage to do what he’s trying. You don't need this kind of frustration in your life.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It might have its elements reduced to the core, but the game manages to keep it simple while offering frenetic action, an intriguing story and colorful cast that will keep you playing until you see the credits roll.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Just what the adrenaline junkies wanted for so many years, Redout is an audio-visual bomb that manages to deliver impressive sense of speed, brilliant track design and a thumping soundtrack.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The collection of all Bioshock games isn't a bad remaster, but neither is it an outstanding one. For the console crowd it’s a worthy addition to their collection, but for PC players it doesn't offer a big enough improvement.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    In the vast sea of reboots and remakes, Cossacks 3 offers the familiar experience. That, unfortunately, isn't enough by today's strategy standards, especially considering its low production value.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    For the first independent project from a small studio, Aragami is more than good and a welcome return to the stealth genre. If only it wasn't marred by plethora of bugs and unresponsive controls.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Puzzle platformer that neither presents a proper challenge nor has fun gameplay, Human: Fall Flat relies on its wonky physics too much to create comedy that it forgot one thing - to be playable.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    When you skip plethora of AAA games to spend your free time playing a small indie title, you know how good the experience is. Space Run Galaxy is just that - a simple, yet slick game, perfect little "time waster".
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As with the recent LEGO games, Force Awakens is a fun distraction for a while, but ultimately doesn't bring much to the overcrowded branch of LEGO games.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Armello is so gorgeous, it kept reminding us that there is no an actual physical board game like this even though it really deserves to be. The game successfully mixes several elements from other genres, telling story and making our imagination run wild.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Catalyst is an example of how bigger doesn't always have to mean better. Some games don't benefit from becoming an open world adventure and should stick to what worked well, even amazing in the original. Catalyst unfortunately, traded quality for quantity.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A game, a promise, which sometimes turns into a pleasant surprise, while turning into a void at others. Void that, one day, might get filled by promises that the developers made, however it still captivated us to push forward and explore.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    By all accounts an average game, Lost Sea doesn't excel neither in its gameplay department, nor visual presentation. It is an entry game for beginners to the action RPG genre, but even they could find a much better experiences elsewhere.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    BetaDwarf not only managed to create an addictive base game, but they hit it out of the park with a DLC that properly expands the experience. Settsa might get a nerf at one point, but it's tremendously fun to play.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Another "strange" game from Blendo, Quadrilateral Cowboy feels more like a proof of concept that will leave you just wanting from it to be more, well, everything. It sets its concepts up nicely, but doesn't do much with them.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Bangkok offers the player even more possibilities and options when approaching the mission, putting Agent 47 in the most gorgeous setting so far. Small bugs are still present, unfortunately.
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    • 85 Critic Score
    An investment in nearly endless amounts of fun, Drawful 2 is a definitive party game for up to 8 players that's so easy to grasp, so everyone can play. Its low price is a perfect reason not to miss this little gem.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Of many mainstream superheroes, Batman is among the darkest and most mature, which is the tone TellTale absolutely managed to hit. This is a great start to a potentially amazing season, with familiar gameplay but palpable atmosphere.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Master of Orion manages to do exactly what we expected from it - to modernize a well-known game we loved, making it even grander, balancing between accessibility and depth with so many possibilities.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Aside from the lack of variety, Dead by Daylight at its core is brilliant, with an idea that's fresh and truly something we haven't played before. With more additional content, this could become a must-buy game for horror fans.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A step forward for the developers, Spider, The Technomancer still might not be their lightning in a bottle, although it could quench your thirst for RPG during this summer.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Just like its predecessor, Inside is a puzzle in itself. Mysterious, intriguing, dark yet beautiful, it's one of the most unique platformers around and a journey well worth taking.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    With its galore of tropes and cliche characters, new Star Ocean can barely satisfy even the biggest fans of the franchise.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The more you play Necropolis, the more evident will its flaws become. With too similar rooms, corridors and monsters, it doesn't create a feeling of mystery, but a feeling of running in circles.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    Aside from its pretty graphics and realistic physics, there's not much that Dangerous Golf has to offer. The sheer chaos gets repetitive after a while and with no complexity in the gameplay department, this is a game that gets too dull too fast.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It might not shine like the shiniest gem, but Song of the Deep is a metroidvania diamond in the rough - a game that even with its minor flaws can reel you in and completely immerse you into this aquatic adventure.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    With a very high difficulty curve, Furi is not for everyone except for players who can endure its long, complex and amazing boss fights. It might feel empty between the fights, but it creates an incredibly gratifying feeling after each encounter.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A great idea with a somewhat sloppy execution, This is the Police has tremendous amounts of potential that's currently squandered by pressuring the player to go through a linear route instead of having more open gameplay.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A cutesy puzzle-platformer that's not bringing anything new to the table, TurnOn might not be a very complex game, but it's still a relaxing experience, especially for the first commercial game by the young studio.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Even with some slight adjustments to the formula, Hard Reset still holds up quite well. Rebalances and small improvements in the Redux version are life-savers, making it one of the most satisfying shooters of 2016.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Designed as a Devil May Cry clone but based on a card game, Anima barely balances on its playability, with constant problems with the camera and more than wonky platforming sections. Terribly dated graphics are just a final nail in this mediocre coffin.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    With Geralt's final adventure coming to an end, CD Projekt Red did a masterful job. Action, intrigue, love and Gwent - it's all there and it's better than ever. Truly a finale worthy of the legendary Witcher.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Even without state of the art graphics, Demetrios stands strong with its solid length, charm and humor so rarely seen in modern gaming.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The third venture into the episodic Hitman might not be as good as his second adventure, but Marrakesh still offers amazing digital playground that will surely put your assassin skills to the test.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Full of intrigue, action and excitement, The Devil's Daughter is an immensely fun game. But, this isn’t really a puzzle game, even if you're playing as the most famous detective in the world. There might not be huge challenges to overcome, but it's still a very satisfying journey for every Sherlock Holmes fan.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Solus Project is a mixed bag. With vast landscape to explore and eerie, tense atmosphere it is an adventure worth taking, if only there were no plot holes and somewhat weird design decisions.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hearts of Iron IV proves why it’s the king of grand strategy games once more. With a plethora of improvements, this game is a must-have for every grand strategy and history buff.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mostly a game for the fans, Burning Blood is a spectacle fighter game that won't be able to grab you unless you're familiar with the One Piece universe. For the fans though, the game offers quite a lot - from solid gameplay, to familiar story and lovable cast.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Even without massively crowded areas, the sheer scale of Sapienza is well worth the entry price for Agent 47's second episodic outing. It is a welcome improvement over the first episode, although still far from greatness we expect from Hitman games.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Cornerstone does have its fair share of problems, from camera to control scheme, but it is a lighthearted and whimsical adventure that doesn't overstay its welcome and even provides a laugh or two.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Severed is not without its share of flaws, but they're overwhelmed by the amazing atmosphere that creates tension and even fear while you're slicing you way through this Dia de los Muertos-inspired adventure.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Housemarque did it again! Alienation is another great twin-stick shooter coming from this renowned studio, an exhilarating co-op experience that is both as fun as it is rewarding.
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    • 85 Critic Score
    Even with seven-year-old graphics, Shadow Complex looks and runs great, with fluid animations and sprawling levels that any metroidvania game dreams of. This is an essential game for every metroidvania fan.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Even with more than twenty playable characters, Battleborn fails to offer enough variety in its gameplay to keep players engaged for longer periods of time. And with an unfortunate release date, it is a game that will be forgotten in a matter of months.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    As the best possible compromise between shooters of old and the new trends in the genre, DOOM is just the game for anyone craving that sweet hyperactive and ultraviolent action and is a game that has absolutely earned the right to have its title written in full-caps.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The new TMNT is a repetitive slog that is nowhere near the greatness of original comic nor cartoons and it's a real shame that Platinum Games let such an unpolished game out of their door.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A sort of best-of compilation of gameplay mechanics from other Paradox games, Stellaris is one of the greatest strategies this studio has published so far. So, put on your space suit, rev up the thrusters and head into the stars - the galaxy is waiting for you.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Interesting concept, fun gameplay with huge variety, simple and clear rules are what makes Boss Monster a great game for when you're looking for a head to head card-based experience. Minor bugs and DLC annoyances do bring its score, and enjoyment, down by a notch.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A historical event whose consequences are felt even today is encapsulated in this Telltale-esque adventure that might not be the lengthiest nor the most polished adventure of all time, but it does intrigue and raise important questions many of us weren't fully aware of.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    With bleak visual design and superb voice acting, Fragments of Him won't leave you indifferent to choices, regrets, and sorrow, its characters portray. A cathartic journey through melancholy-fuelled story, that's just too short to leave a full impact or justify the high price on Steam.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a deep and unique card game that has a bright future, look no further. Duelyst might require more persistence and concentration than other similar games, but will engross you if you grew tired of trends in modern card games.

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