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For 2,282 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 70% higher than the average critic
  • 8% same as the average critic
  • 22% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.2 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 80
Highest review score: 100 Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition
Lowest review score: 25 Arcania: The Complete Tale
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,745 out of 2282
  2. Mixed: 509 out of 2282
  3. Negative: 28 out of 2282
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    • 83 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    OFF
    OFF deserves a lot of credit for its creative accomplishments. I’m pleased that this remaster gives us the opportunity to pay it its dues while acknowledging the ways it has been artistically surpassed. It’s the type of creative project that lights a torch for others to carry into even more daring places. Still, with its arthouse stylings that resist easy interpretation, OFF retains its own identity enough to make it well worth recommending to this day. Whether you’re more interested in the game out of historical curiosity or to bask in the dread oozing from its presentation, OFF still has a lot to (don’t do it man, don’t do it)… offer.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse
    The game can be completed rather quickly (in less than 20 hours), but there are tons of unlockables to keep you playing well past 40 hours, such as secret characters, a Hard Mode, and the option to start a new game with your cleared save data.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Ys: Memories of Celceta
    An above-average action RPG, but not the best the Ys series has to offer.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Super Robot Taisen: Original Generation 2
    The game is very well balanced.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Another Crab's Treasure
    It helps that Another Crab’s Treasure is also a Souls-like with a soul. The game will stick with me not only because of the finest moments from its levels or boss fights, but in how cleverly and effectively its environmental concerns are baked into the whole of the experience. By the end, I was looking into ways of reducing my waste output and microplastic exposure while reflecting on what individual human “goodness” looks like in a world ravaged by our collective impact. Not bad for a game about a crab.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Pokemon Alpha Sapphire
    Exceptional entries in the series that include some great new mechanics.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Lost Judgment
    The detective gameplay still needs some work, and the plot stumbles a bit from time to time, but I have never been happier to dive back into this world, nor sadder to leave it once the game is finished.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Child of Light
    Child of Light does exactly what it wants to do: tell a beautiful story in the shell of a JRPG.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Banner Saga 2
    Combine the combat enmeshed with the story and the sense of place – this world feels like it exists in a history book somewhere – and Banner Saga 2 deftly carries on the sigil of the first title.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Realm of the Mad God
    Lag was an acceptable issue in games up until five or so years ago. At this point, most high-quality online experiences are relatively lag free. That's why I have to say that RMG is not a high-quality experience, but not just because of lag; Realm of the Mad God suffers in its simplicity.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Expelled!
    With exceptional writing, beautiful art, a compelling environment, and a captivating central gameplay mechanic, Expelled! is a video game work of art. If you have any interest in visual novels, adventure games, whodunits, or time loops, I can’t recommend it enough. Believe me, you will want to play this one again and again!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Rosewater
    With its long journey, wonderful characters, and a plethora of choices, Rosewater is truly an impressive achievement among point-and-click games. If you have the slightest interest in graphic adventures or the Western genre, this is an experience not to be missed!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask
    The Layton series' formulaic approach to gameplay is a double-edged sword – it's still engaging and fun, but at the same time, the premise has begun to show some weathering. Still, the mix of point-and-click adventure and logic puzzles is something that few other games can offer, and Miracle Mask still does it well. For anyone who is deeply invested in the Layton series and jumps at any chance to experience a new Layton game, Miracle Mask is not a game to be missed.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Yakuza 5 Remastered
    Yakuza 5 was considered a high-water mark for the series, and it's easy to see why. I've rarely seen a game that packs in so much content, even compared to the other installments of the series which are bursting with side quests and mini games. Though the story loses some of its focus in the final part (a recurring issue with most Yakuza games), it still keeps you engaged from beginning to end. There are laughs, tears, broken faces, and a hell of a lot of dancing. In other words, it's a quintessential Yakuza game that makes for a super-satisfying conclusion to the Yakuza Remastered Collection!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Yakuza 6: The Song of Life
    As a conclusion to Kiryu’s story, The Song of Life hit a few sour notes for me. However, as an installment of the Yakuza series, Yakuza 6 reaches new heights. The upgrade to the Dragon Engine set the stage for triumphs yet to come (including Yakuza Kiwami 2, Judgment, and Yakuza: Like a Dragon), and the game is an overall joy to play. It may be bittersweet to be leaving the Dragon of Dojima’s shoes, but I have no doubts that there will be several return journeys to the streets of Kamurocho in the future!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    CrossCode
    I very much enjoyed my trip to the CrossWorlds, much more than I ever did my trips to the World of Warcraft. The game is jam-packed with content, giving you upwards of 50 to 60 hours of enjoyment in your first playthrough. There are secrets galore to find, items to trade, and combat skills to master. However, the game never quite drew me in as much as I hoped when I first started playing, primarily due to the story issues. In the end, CrossCode is a slightly flawed action RPG masterpiece and an absolute stunning achievement for indie games. I can’t wait to see where the developers take the game in the next “patch.”
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Yakuza Kiwami 2
    Yakuza Kiwami 2 is a fantastic sequel and a game worthy of the Yakuza title. It improves on almost every aspect of the original, creating a much more immersive version of Kamurocho and deepening the already compelling relationships between the recurring characters. It also has a better villain and more engaging side quests. Yes, there are annoyances, bugs, and some pacing issues with the overall plot, but on the whole, Yakuza Kiwami 2 is a wonderful addition to the Yakuza franchise. I'm already looking forward to my next visit to Kamurocho!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Gemini Rue: Verschworung auf Barracus
    For better and worse, Gemini Rue might best be described as a "neat little game." For whatever reason, the game feels short of its potential, and every facet seems sullied by flaws both minor and moderate. Still, the cyberpunk tone, engaging story, and varied gameplay make more of an impression than those flaws.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Valkyria Chronicles 4
    An enjoyable but extraordinarily safe follow-up that carries the torch for this beloved strategy RPG series into the next generation.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
    The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is a very entertaining, casual-paced visual novel based on a beloved video game franchise. I enjoyed my time playing it, and I’m impressed by the level of detail and care put into a free title. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is one April Fools’ Day joke that’s so much better than one initially expects it to be, and a part of me hopes there might be more games of this ilk in Sonic the Hedgehog’s future.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Neverwinter Nights 2
    A splendid platform bundled with a highly agreeable romp through a lengthy and entertaining sample adventure. In addition, fan-made modules are already beginning to pop up, and while most are tests and exploratory attempts at present, there are a few coffee-break modules that immediately extend the life of the purchase.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Celestia: Chain of Fate
    Celestia: Chain of Fate is a surprisingly detailed visual novel with more depth in its light fantasy tale than one might initially give it credit for. Plus, it provides a nice dose of romance on the side. Visual novel and otome fans willing to give the game a chance will find an enjoyable time if they stick with it, despite any initial hesitations with the game’s earlier chapters. I hope that “Book 2” releases sooner rather than later, and that’s a telling sign to me as to how much I ultimately enjoyed Celestia: Chain of Fate!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Marvel: Ultimate Alliance
    Marvel Ultimate Alliance is the result of two games' worth of experience on Raven Software's part, and it shows.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight
    Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight is how a remake is done.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Disgaea DS
    If you've never played it before, you've been missing out on a game that combines addictive, deep gameplay with a good plot and a great sense of humor.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Lunar Knights
    A weak story and semi-clunky controls prevented the game from being a lot more enjoyable. Regardless, it's a good game that has some great style and music with very interesting concepts.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Star Ocean: The Second Story R
    I feel no hesitation in calling Star Ocean: The Second Story R not only the definitive version of the second Star Ocean title but also one of the best games in the series and one of my favourite games of the year. I can only hope it speaks for the future of the Star Ocean franchise and the developer of this remake, Gemdrops.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Walking Dead: A Telltale Games Series - The Complete First Season
    As of this writing, the price is the same on PC and Vita, so if you've got a computer that can handle it, that's how I'd recommend playing it. But if you don't, grab this one on Vita and look past its issues to the great game lying underneath.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Aether & Iron
    Aether & Iron rises above its quirks with sheer creativity and artistic expression. I love the hand-drawn world, the characters I wish I could engage with far beyond the credits, and the struggle Gia and New York City’s citizens engaged in. A story worth telling, it’s a cliche noir tale told from an entirely different angle and elevated by a cast that stands above most others. My hope is that we see more tactical RPGs with imaginative systems like this, with their creative visions better realized.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Florence
    For less than an hour of your time, Florence is one of the most beautiful coming-of-age stories you can experience.
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