Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)'s Scores

  • Games
For 952 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 48% higher than the average critic
  • 4% same as the average critic
  • 48% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.9 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 70
Highest review score: 100 MLB 11: The Show
Lowest review score: 20 NFL Tour
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 89 out of 952
952 game reviews
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It may not be a truly heroic experience, but Manhunters and the Green Lantern movie would make for a fine weekend double feature. [Sept 2011, p.85]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 51 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Forever eschews any hope for a decent story or interesting gameplay in favor of shoving as many boobs in our face as possible. As a result, the game comes up short in every way possible.
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 57 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    This quick-and-dirty movie game lures fans in with the promise of another quality Transformers adventure; sadly, Moon offers much less than meets the eye. [Sept 2011, p.86]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The most noticeable improvement is the brand-new tackling system, which allows for simultaneous hits and more realistic contact. [Sept 2011, p.87]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 53 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The core gameplay simply isn't enough to overcome the technical shortcomings. [Sept 2011, p.87]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Looking beyond the kid-friendly presentation, we found a goldmine of fun in this staggeringly deep yet lighthearted civ-management adventure. [Sept 2011, p.87]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Thanks to the splitscreen and online with up to four people, it's easy to recommend this budget-priced title that aims low but hits hard. [Sept 2011, p.87]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Some gamers will find little appeal in its often frustrating block-sliding, while others will revel in an unusual experience that stands apart from shooters and action games. While we're not ready for a long-term relationship, we're infatuated with Catherine - she's certainly worthy of a fling. [Sept 2011, p.84]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It's consistently fascinating story and ever-evolving world - along with its minimalist and elegant gameplay - make saving the world a magnificent endeavor. [Sept 2011, p.80]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the hearts of these developers, Damned finds it salvation. [Aug 2011, p.77]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    InFamous 2 easily meets and surpasses these requirements, but it's a number of subtler tweaks that make it a better game than its predecessor. [Aug 2011, p.80]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Based on the new Pixar film, it's an accessible racer with a distinct Crash Team Racing aftertaste. [Aug 2011, p.83]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 31 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    The kindest observation that can be made about Panda 2 is that it looks reasonably attractive...when nothing is moving. [Aug 2011, p.83]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There aren't many games like this for consoles, so it shakily fills a niche that most certainly needed filling. [Aug 2011, p.82]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Not quite a new game but certainly more consequential than regular DLC, Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition exists in a strange middle ground. [Aug 2011, p.84]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 57 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Hunted's attempt at reinvigorating a densely populated genre relies upon a tired formula. [Aug 2011, p.85]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It may not be a "real" sequel, but it is hard to imagine portable fighters getting much better than this. [Aug 2011, p.84]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Brink is essentially a mess of interesting ideas that fail to amount to anything larger. [Aug 2011, p.86]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 50 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Zero could easily be seen as a reimagining of the first game...only the developers really held back on the "imagining" part, leaving us basically the same game with minor improvements. [July 2011, p.86]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The mechanic is both clever and well implemented, and Outland is a smart choice for those seeking a fun PSN diversion. [July 2011, p.86]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A charming 2D visual style tops off the p[package, making this one can't-miss hodgepodge. [July 2011, p.86]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A long list of dungeons and co-op modes make this a worthwhile purchase. [July 2011, p.86]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 64 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The game might shoot for the stars, but it really only succeeds in being a drone. [July 2011, p.83]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's stylish and striking--a compelling visual complement to the 10 hours of enjoyable sleuthing and puzzle-solving on offer here. [July 2011, p.82]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 57 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The great truth here is that we, should we suffer this trip down memory lane, are the titular lost souls. [July 2011, p.82]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 39 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Thor: God of Thunder sins often and hugely, but its primary offense to man is its indifference to the subject matter. [July 2011, p.83]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 42 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    As diehard Ghostbusters fans, we can honestly say this is the first time that busting absolutely did not make us feel good. [July 2011, p.83]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    After recently being reinvigorated by the impressive LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars, the slowly stagnating LEGO franchise continues its resurgence with LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean, an entry that benefits most from its cinematic source material. [July 2011, p.81]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 61 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Instead of a solid experience, it feels crippled; a complete game thoughtlessly hacked into DLC bits. [July 2011, p.81]
    • Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Maybe Rally racing is truly at a crossroads in terms of its identity, but if it offers Dirt 3's abundance of varied driving experiences, there'll be great racing down whichever path is chosen. [July 2011, p.80]
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