Pocket Gamer UK's Scores

  • Games
For 6,041 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 31% higher than the average critic
  • 19% same as the average critic
  • 50% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 6 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 100 Tomb Raider
Lowest review score: 10 Angels In The Sky
Score distribution:
6042 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The superbly implemented web-slinging and touchscreen combat of Spider-Man 3 more than makes up for the lack of mission variety.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Simple, short, but immediately engaging, Hungry Giraffe is a game that will devour your time as readily as its protagonist devours tacos.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Clever and expertly put together, Night Sky pays heed to the limitations of touchscreen devices and in doing so creates a memorable, entertaining experience.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A serious test of gaming skill wrapped in a very cute and technically accomplished package, fans of old skool arcade action platforming titles will find hours of masochistic entertainment here.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fortnite is a free game that is already one of the Switch's best shooters. No reason not to jump in and play.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Elegant, deep, innovative, and most importantly fun, Osmos and its effervescent gameplay makes for one of the most tactile experiences on iPad.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's a beautiful chaos that will feel great to hardcore gamers, but casual folks may put it down after a few minutes. Who's That Flying?! is an excellent choice for gamers who like to sweat.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Experience a short and speedy roguelite with strategic elements, a good amount of variety, and some very harsh RNG.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This smart scrolling shooter is one that revels in its Japanese spiritual iconography and risk / reward systems of play, making for a delightful but tough minis release.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pretty but uncommonly difficult and trickier still to master, Rocket Racing will reward your dedication with an excellent example of momentum-based fun.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    One of the best strategy games released on DS, ANNO 1701 brings micro-management to the mainstream.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A fine sliding-block puzzler with a core mechanic that manages to be both simple and original.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    After a two-year hiatus, the Tiger Woods franchise makes a triumphant return to the DS with this exceptionally entertaining golf simulator.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's easy to lose yourself in the rich world, immersive lore, and forest of side-quests of The Shadow Sun.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    From negotiating the labyrinthine levels to cracking heads, Spider-Man: Web of Shadows brilliantly captures the essence of Spidey.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Stunning to look at and play, but viciously tough to beat, Pulse: Volume One's relative lack of content and replay incentive is the only dissonance in an otherwise perfect cadence.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bird Zapper! is match-three done well with solid gameplay, fun power-ups, and attention to the little details.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Jetpack Fighter gets the balance between its monetisation and action just right, and it's a lot of fun as well.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Miss the days of Beatmania? Meet the new king of Japanese-style rhythm action madness, straight out of South Korea.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It ain't pretty, but, by gosh, is it clever. Crush 3D's use of perspective is rare and intelligent, providing ages of synapse-teasing, neuron-firing fun.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    What appears to be an early '90s throwback racer is, in actuality, an extremely forward-thinking game in terms of simplicity of play, online connectivity, and pricing.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat is an enticing action-packed game featuring fun fluid combat in which you'll summon heroes and battle demons.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A bright and surprisingly deep card game that'll keep you going for a good long while.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    By limiting the number of units, and focusing on simple, explosive gameplay, iBomber Defense turns the tower defence genre into a more enjoyable spectacle.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Recalling the gameplay of Lost Vikings when it really hits its stride, Alien on the Run is an unassuming puzzler that doesn’t skimp on its challenge or humour.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With charming cartoon visuals and pin-sharp controls, Rocket Bunnies is addictive, planet-tapping fun.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A handful of new features, lessons, and a robust tool kit makes New Art Academy essential for anyone looking to further their drawing skills beyond doodling on Post-its.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Into The Dead 2 is a polished and gory zombie shooter, offering an abundance of kills and plenty of thrills.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An ingenious, superbly implemented logic puzzler that's sadistic and cerebrally satisfying in equal measure.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A solidly put together, entertaining midcore strategy battler.

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