Pocket Gamer UK's Scores

  • Games
For 6,047 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 Meg's Monster
Lowest review score: 10 Kick-Ass: The Game
Score distribution:
6048 game reviews
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Cozy Grove is a really interesting game, I love the style of it and I enjoy the story with each of the characters. It’s a game I find myself going into, at lunch time each day, as a part of my daily routine - much like Animal Crossing was about a year ago - so it seems to replace the need for a daily bit of casual and cute gaming. Building up my island and unlocking more spirits has been fun - and there always seems to be something new to discover in this world.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins is yet another fantastic found phone game from Kaigan. The puzzles may not be particularly inventive or challenging but the story is well-written and all the nods to the show are a delight to discover. It's a harder sell to anyone who's never seen Doctor Who but if you give a Blink a watch before playing I'm sure you'll like it too.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Unruly Heroes is an absolute gem of a 2D platformer that plays as well as it looks. The action-packed levels will keep you entertained for hours on end, but if you do need to take a breather, there’s a screenshot feature where you can apply filters and embellish a scene before saving it or sharing it with your friends - and you really will want to, because each scene is an absolute visual treat.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kill it with Fire is clearly made as a PC first game, however the game can be played on mobile well, as long as you give it a bit of time. I quite liked the idea behind the game and the number of side tasks you can do.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Inked is a unique puzzle game that’s at its best when you pause and marvel at the beautiful hand-drawn world around you. It’s not meant to be played through in a single sitting, as puzzles, while varied, do tend to get tiring after a long gaming streak. It’s best enjoyed a chapter or two at a time, though that’s not to say it’s not engaging, because reveling in the stirring musical score alone is already well worth your time.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lyxo is a simple concept - it’s just reflecting light - but as a puzzle game, it feels refreshing and relaxing. It’s great to be able to play such a soft and simple puzzler that doesn’t seem to want to rush me or limit me to the number of lines I can draw. The graphic style, though minimalist, continues to feed into the simplicity and relaxing nature of the game itself. If you like puzzle games and are looking for something less stressful, Lyxo is well worth downloading and with 87 levels, you will have plenty to work through!
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Before you dismiss Dragon Quest Tact as another gacha game that brings nothing new to the table, it’s worth a try to download and see if it’s your cup of tea. You can also take advantage of the very first “Scout” chance you get for ten pulls - rerolling or retrying again and again helps you nab S-Rank monsters right from the get-go. I personally lucked out with three S-Rank pulls from the draw pool, and yes, they’re worth every tap.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Micetopia plays like a game where the odds are unfairly stacked against you. It doesn't feel like you are a hero who is meant to be saving these villagers or even has a chance to really make it far without spending tons of time grinding and upgrading. Even then, some areas have checkpoints that are too spread out to feel fair.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Complex suffers from some awkward acting and jarring scene transitions but tells an intriguing story with several shocking twists. Multiple endings give the game a high replay value, and the ability to skip previously unlocked scenes makes it easy to test out choices you otherwise wouldn't have picked.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Captain is Dead might not be for everyone, but it's still a great board game that feels so rewarding when finally figure out what you're supposed to be doing.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Friendship, family, and loss. These are all things we experience in life, but not many of us have a magical bracelet to help us. This is the story of Jesper and his journey to self-discovery and it's an enjoyable one, if a little slow in places.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite the game not having any new mechanics, the levels are polished, there is a good amount of challenge in each level, and the characters are just really fun to interact with. It’s a well-made platformer with some new characters that I just can’t get enough of.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Alba: A Wildlife Adventure is a wonderful game that showcases how everyone can make an impact on the world and everyone can fight capitalism, even with little actions.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Forager suffers from awkward – and uncustomizable – touchscreen controls, but the core gameplay remains intact on Android. From a massive skill tree to the adorable graphics, Humble Bundle's iconic survival game is just as fun as it was in 2019. A controller is by far the best way to tackle this mobile port, but there's still a lot of fun to be had even if you need to make do with the virtual gamepad.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Million Dungeon is a surprising little treat that makes the typical Match-3 game relevant again - at least, for an RPG-lover like me. The cute and cuddly artwork is the ribbon that ties this hybrid game together neatly in a bite-sized, highly enjoyable, and totally non-demanding package - so the premium price is totally worth it.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Animal Farm stays true to George Orwell’s masterpiece but incorporates its own fun twist into the classic. I haven’t found out if I could end the game by drinking alcohol with the humans just yet as the book did, but I’d really like to see if the animals would look from pig to man and man to pig and not be able to tell the difference.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    DeLight: The Journey Home is a heartbreaking game that distracts you from its dark themes with stealth action, point-and-click objectives, and the occasional quick-time event. The game doesn’t shield you from the harsh realities of war and disability, so prepare yourself for heartbreak, loss, and grief - but then again, thanks to the furry good boi at your side, maybe the journey home won’t be so bad.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Slay the Beat has an interesting concept but doesn't offer enough content to keep you interested beyond a single playthrough. The soundtrack is limited to just a few songs, only a few types of enemies appear over the course of the game, and several recurring bugs make it hard to think of this as anything other than an extended tech demo.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Space Marshals is always a joy to play. Whether you've never tried it, or you played it when it first came out 5 years ago, now it's a great time to look back and play this amazing game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The First Tree is an intimate experience that almost lures you into a trance as you’re playing. Pawing through the filtered light on the forest floor of this Journey-esque game gives you moments of clarity that are pretty rare to find these days, so if you’re looking to take a break from the chaos of the world around you, then this game is a welcome respite.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An enjoyably knock-about hack-and-slash action game with the full weight of the Zelda franchise behind it. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity isn't clever or slick, and it gets repetitive rather quickly. But it provides a fair smattering of uncomplicated fun and a whole load of fan-pleasing nods to Breath of the Wild.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Despite hauntingly beautiful graphics, the core of Dark Odds leaves much to be desired. It's choices are often shallow and circuitous, and the inability to revisit previous scenes without replaying the entire game makes multiple playthroughs a chore.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you’re not into puzzles, Tales of the Neon Sea is not going to be your cup of tea. You have to spend two hours in the intro and first chapter alone, and a whopping three hours for the second chapter. The puzzles don’t really get any less tedious, so it’s a shame you have to go through all of them just so you can appreciate the beauty of this cyberpunk world.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    South of the Circle is one of those games that you'll either love or hate. The great news is that is an Apple Arcade game, you can try it without spending extra money. And if you do, you won't regret it.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An inspired toy allied to a pretty bare bones Mario Kart game, Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit exudes magic at every AR-enhanced turn, though it's an expensive and short-lived sort of magic.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Girabox is a simple, minamlistic puzzle game that feels intuitive and fun to play!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Terafyn is immersive fantasy at its finest. The game expertly wields the power of a strong narrative to pull you into the magic of its lands and the mystery of its enchanting creatures with every single word, all under the guise of a collectible card game RPG. Its only drawback is that the prologue is much too short and will definitely leave you wanting, so get your wallet ready - those episodic microtransactions may just bleed your budget dry.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The puzzles are colorful and challenging, however sometimes the game doesn't seem to work as intendent. Despite this, you can be patient and nudge objects until they, ultimately, vanish.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Ministry of Broadcast, despite the gloom and doom, is fun for a few laughs every now and then, and the levels can be challenging enough to keep you going. Eventually, the whole thing becomes a tad too repetitive, and it’s a little like, “Yes, I know, society is horrible, life is terrible, we’re all nihilists here.” And then you just want to move on.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Swordshot is a really challenging game that requires a lot of patience and a lot of exact movements - which is for a very specific audience!

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