PLAY! Zine's Scores

  • Games
For 1,365 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 Cyberpunk 2077
Lowest review score: 10 Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIV
Score distribution:
1365 game reviews
    • 65 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Atomega offers quite an enjoyable shooter experience with nice retro vibes and old-school power ups. For only 10 bucks, this gem is definitely worth trying out, but it’s up to you to stay and fight or leave it.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Yellow Brick Games team consists of many experienced developers from renowned studios, and their first collaborative project reflects that. While the combat is a little bit janky, the world-building, characters, and overall design are excellent.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Evil West is a nostalgic throwback to the 7th generation of consoles where the story was corny, the environments were bland, the protagonists were manly men, and everything was cheezy and glorious – and I like this very, very much. The fun combat is only hindered but a plethora of bugs and a pretty linear level design.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Surge 2 is a solid proof that Deck 13 learns from their mistakes and that with every next game they level up their performance significantly.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy VII Rebirth works really well on PC but heavily relies on DLSS to run smoothly. With no FSR support (yet at least), only DLSS makes the game look nice. The TAA and the TAAU make the game look blurry, especially on the Steam Deck where the Verified badge is underserved. However, if you are lucky to have a DLSS capable PC, the enjoyment this game provides cannot be overstated.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A well balanced and dynamic MOBA game that proves that this genre doesn’t need to follow strict rules. Blizzard has proven their class once again.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Somber Echoes is a competent metroidvania that is highlighted by its design and atmosphere. The Greco-Roman style intertwined with sci-fi elements is a winning combination and it presents itself perfectly. Even though the gameplay is simplistic, the traversal and the overall feel of the game are very compelling and made me enjoy every second of it.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Though never fun in real life, spilling ink all around is even more fun in Splatoon 2 than it was in the first game. Teaming up with your squid friends has never been better. But even though some weird Nintendo elements can drag the fun to a stall, everywhere that Splatoon 2 shines makes it a deserving heir to the original.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The end of a trilogy the Batman Arkham series deserved. One of the most fun open world environments you’ll find in any game, mixed in with a good storyline and fun, but at times flawed gameplay.
    • 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.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    My Time at Portia successfully gives some original touch on the genre, managing to differ from its peers like Stardew Valley or Harvest Moon. While it has some problems with few design mechanics like crafting and small lack of dungeons to delve into, it puts player into interesting role of a builder, all while having a beautiful and cute looking world to explore.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Amnesia: The Bunker is a successful experiment for the renowned horror franchise, branching the series into survival horror, room escape, rogue-lite and extraction genres. Impeccable audio design and tense gameplay make for one of the scariest horror games in recent years.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    F1 23 is the best F1 game, with amazing new physics, better driving and tires, and a great story campaign. The new F1 World mode is a truly addictive and fun multiplayer experience. Even with the career remaining the same, its gameplay resembles something close to the actual F1 experience. I hope microtransactions don’t get added in the future.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A great and refreshing spin on the FPS genre. Out of Bounds is a puzzle shooter in which you are tasked with creating a game and fixing bugs in a very novel way. The game is pretty short but has excellent replayability potential, which finds a balance.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    As long as you like the genre, it doesn’t matter if you’ve played the originals - this game is a true gem. With its impeccable charm and infinite replayability, chances are you'll never remove it from your Switch library.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Shadow x Sonic Generations combines nostalgic stages with fresh gameplay, allowing players to experience perspectives of both Sonic and Shadow in a single package. With stunning visuals, energetic music, and dynamic level design, it’s a thrilling ride for fans. While the campaign is short and some of the boss fights lack creativity, it remains a standout title in the franchise.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Immersive and authentic presentation of airplanes with a lot of interesting and diverse missions makes for a really great experience and a game you will enjoy again and again and again.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat 11 is not just another game in a cult franchise, but also a brave step into the new future for the series.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sitting and playing a game where you sit and play a game by controlling a strange alien man through a hilarious set of unimaginable events, perfectly describes what this game is all about. If you are into random humour and story with a twist of laziness to well-designed gameplay, do try this game out. You will not be disappointed.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Wasteland 3 is a technically and visually flawed work of art. It is a true successor to the cult cRPG franchise, both masterfully written and designed, where the player is presented with a true impactfulness and meaning to their choices and decisions.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Frostpunk 2 is a vividly different game from its predecessor that functions as a fully fledged sequel, and that narratively follows its change of mechanics. It is more of a social simulator than a survival city builder, but it still poses as a great and decision heavy experience that will test your moral values at every step.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fate/EXTELLA LINK is a prime example of upgrading and actual improvement on the previous title. It presents a flashy, fun, action-packed, easy to get into game, that is great for old and new fans of the genre.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are tired of the roguelike or have been looking for a perfect one to start with - you could try with the Going Under. A quirky, fast paced, humorous dungeon crawler, painted in neon baby colors that you didn't even know your TV could support. So be your friend and lower the color intensity, for you will most probably spend some hours with this one. Pretty addictive.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A bloodbath ballet, Space Marine 2 scratches all those Xbox 360 era gaming itches. It’s a beautiful, gory and 40k authentic game that deserves every accolade it gets. The campaign is a bit on the shorter side, but the Operations and PvP will keep you engaged with the game, even though some unlock systems are a bit convoluted. The PS5 performance is a bit all over the place, and it’s the reason the score is lower – PC fairs a lot better. By the Emperor, I really enjoyed this game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Yoshi travels to a world carefully crafted from anything it could find in your granny's supply box. Even though this game does not utilize its world as much as it could, it is still a relaxing and well-designed platform adventure, inviting anyone looking for a calming escape. Charming and fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight Showdown truly delivers a genuine 4 players brawl action, in the famous and recognizable Shovel Knight fashion. If you like fighting games that are easy to learn but hard to master, this might be your shovel of tea. Cup I mean.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Detroit: Become Human delivers a story with a ton of possible choices, and a lot of questions for a player to bear afterward. If you like it when games make you think about them after you play them, this is the game for you. Stunning visuals and music score, make you forget about some weaker points of the game. But all in all, it is an enjoyable experience you should not miss.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Recursive Ruin is an impressive game with an awesome combination of visuals and puzzle mechanics. It can be divided into two parts - puzzle and story. Story is worth following, but the puzzles give an immense sense of satisfaction when solved.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It's not just women’s football, FIFA 16 brings subtle gameplay improvements that make this year’s FIFA the best FIFA to date.
    • 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.

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