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For 912 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 45% higher than the average critic
  • 15% same as the average critic
  • 40% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.3 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 75
Highest review score: 100 Cinco Paus
Lowest review score: 20 Session: Skate Sim
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 565 out of 912
  2. Mixed: 280 out of 912
  3. Negative: 67 out of 912
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    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Octopath Traveler II
    If you like the first entry, a series of smart improvements mean there’s a very good chance you’re going to love Octopath Traveler II. This is still a grand, and traditional JRPG adventure, so get ready for nearly 100 hours of turn-based battles and deep, intricate stories. However, with dynamic visuals, addictive combat, and a deep and intertwining story that features all eight of your characters, Octopath Traveler II is an utterly sublime JRPG experience and now sits as one of the best of its kind on Nintendo Switch.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    OPUS: Echo of Starsong - Full Bloom Edition
    Opus: Echo of Starsong has many layers of narrative combined with numerous game mechanics, and it manages to make them all feel vital. Most importantly, though, its heartfelt story is one I will never forget, told in the perfect way.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Nobody Saves the World
    Drinkbox Studios has made its best game yet, as Nobody Saves the World brings a fresh tone to dungeon crawling, alongside incredibly satisfying gameplay. You’ll never run out of ways to combine your attacks or new threats to face, and with its quick, gratifying action and colourful world, it's a perfect match for the Switch.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Persona 3 Reload
    Persona 3 Reload is a wonder on Nintendo Switch 2, which uses the classic Persona formula of sending you - a school child - on a hero’s journey surrounded by friends. Embark on a remake of an epic tale that feels familiar, but sparkles with a new voice cast, soundtrack, and graphics.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Meteorfall: Krumit's Tale
    Meteorfall: Krumit's Tale is roguelike deck building at its best - quirky, inventive, and most of all, fun.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
    Much like the original version, the Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is a cryptic manifesto on game design as much as it is a game in itself, made even more playable with responsive controls on Switch and no noticeable bugs or issues. On stepping out of office 427, you find laughter, existential crises, and moments of pure bewilderment in equal amounts, and you’ll cherish every second.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    EVE Echoes
    Eve Echoes succeeds in channeling the classic Eve experience, while also streamlining for new players, bringing the game to a platform well-suited for its idle elements.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    MIO: Memories in Orbit
    Brutal and beautiful. Those are the two words that describe MIO: Memories in Orbit. The game offers a stunning world that’s matched by an equally gorgeous soundtrack, while the level design, enemies, and bosses force you to learn and adapt if you want to survive.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Disney Mirrorverse
    Despite the flaws of the gacha system and microtransactions, Disney Mirrorverse is a powerhouse mobile RPG, and it certainly fits the bill for any Disney fan, with fun combat, a great story, and a fantastic reimagination of your favourite Disney characters.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Ruined King: A League of Legends Story
    A fun-filled adventure that not only features one of the best turn-based combat systems I've experienced for some time, but also a narrative that old and new fans alike can appreciate.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    World of Horror
    World of Horror is an ambitious and impressive little horror gem that reads as a love letter to the works of Junji Ito and Lovecraft. Revolving around gorgeous retro vibes, twisted tales, and RNG-fuelled gameplay loops, it’s a morbidly moreish experience that’s hard to put down.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid's Curse
    Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse is just as intoxicating and surprising as its predecessor, but has an integrally different tone and flavor to its surprisingly heartfelt love story. It’s a new classic for the visual novel genre.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a delicious mouthful of puzzling, platforming, adventure-filled fun, with heaps of inventive mechanics, luscious level design, and plenty of challenges to chew on
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mario Party Superstars
    An outstanding celebration of the series’ legacy, coupled with well-implemented online features and gameplay tweaks. Mario Party Superstars is a thrilling roller coaster of emotions that has refined this formula to near perfection.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    OlliOlli World
    Matching tight, intricate controls with a vibrant style and high-spirited, energetic world, OlliOlli World delivers the best skateboarding experience on Switch. The series has taken a significant leap forward and absolutely stuck the landing. An essential indie for any skateboarding fans.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario RPG
    The Super Mario RPG remake delivers a finely tuned reimagining of the incredible original with welcome updates to the turn-based battle mechanics. If the 1996 version was the best Mario RPG game to date, this remake goes one better.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Chicory: A Colorful Tale
    A beautiful realisation of the joy of playing, Chicory is an astounding use of the medium of video games that also leans heavily into the emotional weight of expectations and doubt. An incredibly real and human story is told with fantastic gameplay, and bringing the world of Picnic back to life is a journey I won’t forget.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Magical Delicacy
    Magical Delicacy brews up the perfect mixture of Metroidvania exploration, cozy game farming, and narrative intrigue to keep you hooked. You’ll easily spend hours helping Flora in her quest and enjoy every second of it.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery
    Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery bundles all three of the amphibian’s adventures together in one neat package, offering humor, intrigue, and a fun story. It might just be the best $20 you spend this year.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    TOEM
    TOEM is a short, densely packed, and extremely satisfying little adventure that smartly fills every corner of its world with something beautiful to see or another cute animal to discover.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series
    Klonoa Phantasy Reverie is a superb collection of platform games that shine a light on an iconic character from the genre, one that deserves this moment. Both games are full of fun and intricately designed levels, and not only look stunning, but are warm and welcoming.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    MIO: Memories in Orbit
    Brutal and beautiful. Those are the two words that describe MIO: Memories in Orbit. The game offers a stunning world that’s matched by an equally gorgeous soundtrack, while the level design, enemies, and bosses force you to learn and adapt if you want to survive.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg
    Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg expertly synthesizes exploration, combat, and story elements into a beautifully packaged, laid-back RPG experience suitable for long-time fans and newcomers alike.
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    • 90 Critic Score
    Infinity Nikki
    Infinity Nikki truly is the coziest open-world game I’ve ever played. Fashion-forward, fantastical, and full of whimsy, it seamlessly takes all your favorite elements from the best RPGs, life sims, and dress-up games, combining them into one unforgettable adventure, and we can’t wait to see what comes next.
    • 97 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario Odyssey
    While it was difficult to imagine how Nintendo could top previous 3D Mario adventures, Super Mario Odyssey is nigh-on perfect in almost every way. With the help of Cappy, Mario has never been as fun to control, reaching new heights and, in the hands of a skilled player, accomplishing impossible skips. You need only pick up a controller to see why this is the best modern Mario game ever.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Pine Hearts
    Living up to its name, Pine Hearts is a thoughtful and emotional nugget of joy. Its welcoming atmosphere encourages curiosity and play, while not being afraid to tackle some of humanity’s most difficult emotions.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario Party Jamboree
    Super Mario Party Jamboree is truly the final form of Mario Party on the Nintendo Switch, learning and growing from the past two games to create one massive masterpiece of multiplayer mayhem.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story
    The Mageseeker is a confident and immensely satisfying action game with a great mixture of physical attacks and a huge arsenal of magical abilities to steal and equip. I love the multiple ways to improve your moveset and your home base, and even as a Fairweather League of Legends fan, I’m now obsessed with Sylus’s character and the world at large. Digital Sun has crafted a fantastic title for League fans, but anyone with an interest in the genre will find something to love.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Marvel's Deadpool VR
    Deadpool VR’s comedic plot, with Neil Patrick Harris’ hilarious take on Wade Wilson, is second only to the exciting combat and engaging narrative. While there are a few performance hiccups, it’s clear that Deadpool VR is an essential game for virtual reality players, especially fans of the insult-slinging anti-hero.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Digimon Story Time Stranger
    With a true-to-life Tokyo and a vibrant, color-saturated Digital World full of life to explore, this is the Digimon game I’ve desperately wanted for the last ten years, and it definitely doesn’t disappoint. Unless my perfect game shadow drops soon, Digimon Story: Time Stranger is shaping up to be my GOTY for 2025.
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    • 75 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed: The Ezio Collection
    Assassin’s Creed II is a great game and this is the only way to play it on the Nintendo Switch, and it’s a good enough way to do it. To simply explore Renaissance Florence while on the bus or lying in bed is a real treat. If that’s what you want, that’s what you’ll get.
    • 78 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Metroid Prime 4: Beyond - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
    Despite some pacing nitpicks, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is shaping up to be exactly what I want from this series. Modernized controls, slick UI, and stunning visuals ensure Samus' return to our screens isn't undersold. Combat is heavy and calculated, existing in a world that values wits over pure brute force. It may just be the best FPS game on the Nintendo Switch if it keeps this up.

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