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For 1,132 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 42% higher than the average critic
  • 10% same as the average critic
  • 48% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.4 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 74
Highest review score: 100 Pokemon Pokopia
Lowest review score: 30 Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 598 out of 1132
  2. Mixed: 494 out of 1132
  3. Negative: 40 out of 1132
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & The Envisioned Land
    Atelier Yumia is an extraordinary and highly surprising direction for the series. It retains the core alchemy and strategic combat, but builds upon everything in fascinating ways. While the world doesn’t have enough civilizations, it makes up for that with worthwhile content around every corner and a remarkable yet optional building system. The combat might switch fully to action, but it stands out with how uniquely deep and enjoyable it is. And then there is the story and characters, which is far and away better than anything Gust has done up until this point. This all comes together to make Atelier Yumia the best game in the series and the most widely appealing at the same time.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3
    While it’s unlikely to transcend genre preferences, Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a gift for those who love JRPG trappings. There are lands to explore, combat systems to optimize, and lore implications for longtime franchise fans. And at the very least? You certainly get your money’s worth.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Little Kitty, Big City
    Little Kitty, Big City makes me happy. It isn’t the most addictive game I played in 2024. (That’s Balatro.) It isn’t the one I spent the most time exploring. (FFVII Rebirthtakes that title.) What it did do is bring me a sense of solace and joy as I savored the antics of an extremely personable cat and their friends. So much so that my greatest wish is an expansion that opens up even more of the city to explore and additional animal encounters.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Persona 4 Golden
    It’s a strong showing that is genuinely fun to return to, even if I think certain characters’ stories deserved better representation and development. I’m glad a whole new audience will get to visit Inaba.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Samurai Warriors 5
    Samurai Warriors 5 gives you a sense of incredible herculean power as you play through it. Few other action games give you such an ability to cleave through crowds of foes that stand in your path, and it’s undeniably satisfying to be able to swat a few dozen people aside.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Yakuza: Like a Dragon
    Much like Kasuga's dragonfish tattoo feels like a quirky but faithful successor to Kiryu's dragon, Yakuza: Like a Dragon rebuilds the franchise by leaving a lot of it in place. The new protagonist doesn't feel like he has seven games of story in him, but his eagerness to join the fray could carry the next few entries. And hey, if you want another game with the classic combat style, there's always a chance of a Judgment sequel.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mass Effect Legendary Edition
    While I loved every second of replaying Mass Effect for the fourth and definitely not final time, I have that history and nostalgia keeping me through the outdated gameplay. I would recommend anyone jump into this series if they love BioWare RPGs, but I’d have a string of caveats. A lot has not aged well, especially from the first game, even though the first game arguably has the best story of all three. The Mass Effect Legendary Edition is an absolutely incredible walk down memory lane, but that’s really all it is. If you’re a newbie to the trilogy and you’re dying to see what all the fuss is about, better buckle in for one bumpy ride.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Awaria
    A tight, punchy package.
    • Siliconera
      • Posted Jan 6, 2025
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
    As overstuffed as it is, we didn't want Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth to end.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Battle Cats Unite!
    The Battle Cats Unite is absolutely entertaining and the formula for the tower defense RTS remains strong, but the remaining mobile roots get annoying. The absurdity of the various cats (or in some cases “cats”) you deploy are as entertaining as ever. Even the cooperative and versus stages are fun. I just wish more had been done to remove the obnoxious free-to-play elements such as the energy restrictions or limited Cat Food currency. If you don’t mind the grind and taking your time, it’s a fun diversion to keep on your system.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Atomfall
    I was still incredibly impressed with Atomfall. Dense maps filled to the brim with things to discover. A strong delivery of world-building and storytelling. Engaging gameplay that wasn’t afraid to ask more of me. Not to mention impeccable sound design! It kept me on my toes as much as it convinced me of the spaces I was travelling through. In the end, I was thoroughly happy. I wanted more of this world and its secrets. If that phone ever starts ringing again, I will definitely answer.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Chained Echoes
    Chained Echoes looks, sounds, and feels good. The 16-bit art looks great and lends itself to a game of this style, the soundtrack is absolutely beautiful, and the game’s exploration and combat systems flow very smoothly. I had a hard time putting it down, and when I wasn’t playing it, I kept wanting to go back. Naturally, Chained Echoes is not without its flaws—there’s no way to review tutorial screens or lore and battles feel more reliant on luck than skill—but I had a great experience. It wears its SNES-era JRPG influences like badges of honor, while also forging an identity all its own.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster
    I like the original Final Fantasy, but I honestly haven’t touched it since the PlayStation release. I have tried to pick it up here and there, but find myself getting bored of the grind and the pace. The auto-battle injects so much energy into it that I couldn’t put the game down. Combined with the visuals and music, I just wanted to spend every minute playing Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster. It’s an excitement I haven’t felt for the original Final Fantasy in decades, and I hope the other entries capture the same feeling.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Stellar Blade
    Thankfully, Stellar Blade was worth the wait, as it's one of the best action-RPGs released since NieR: Automata.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Senua's Saga: Hellblade II
    Senua's Saga: Hellblade II is a cinematic masterpiece that raises the bar of narrative games.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2
    Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2 is an impressive achievement, building in some nice new elements on top of the solid foundation set by the first game. It only makes some minor tweaks, but these add some fun new elements, useful tools, and great tension, all while letting you deepen your bond with this lovable crew. Just prepare to have your heart broken unless you’re an incredible tactician.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Neva
    Neva is a sweet little game that left a significant impression on me. Every frame looks like a painting, there’s a surprising amount of challenge and the way it builds these characters without saying a word is masterful. If you’re a fan of short, artful experiences in games, you need to play Neva.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mouthwashing
    It’s hard to talk about Mouthwashing without giving away some of its more disturbing revelations and scenes. Yet those are the ones that stayed with me the most. The refrain in the game—that a person’s worst moments don’t define them or make them a monster—is something to keep in mind as the truth of what happened, along with the frayed mental states of the Tulpar crew, unravel over the course of the story.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Cat Quest III
    I loved my time with Cat Quest 3. Exploration is joyful, combat is a lot of fun and the story is silly and charming in all the right ways. If you want a small but dense pirate adventure full of good humor, Cat Quest 3 is for you.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    UFO 50
    We’ve called out a few examples, but we’re making a point not to explain absolutely everything, because a lot of the joy of UFO 50 is stumbling upon and exploring a new game. It’s best approached as a goodie bag, with discovery and learning through playing as its key tenets. The difficulty is perhaps a bit higher than we’d like in spots for some of the games, but overall it really is a can’t-miss release.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World
    Kirby and the Forgotten Land turned out to be a good Switch game, but the Switch 2 Edition with Star-Crossed World is a great, must-play adventure for the new system. The performance upgrades are a big deal, and they make the game look even more stunning and responsive in handheld mode. The new challenges and levels in the expansion are creative and inventive, and they’re fresh in ways I didn’t anticipate. You really shouldn’t miss this game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Stella Deus: The Gate of Eternity
    An awesome strategy RPG designed for lovers of the genre. [JPN Import]
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dodgeball Academia
    We weren’t prepared for just how much we like Dodgeball Academia. It’s charming and quirky on the surface, and you can immediately see all its smartly-borrowed elements from classics. But the synthesis of it all? It’s a cohesive whole. We want to spend more time in its world, and we hope we’ll one day get that opportunity.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Jack Jeanne
    Jack Jeanne is an absolute delight. It’s one of my favorite games of 2023. I’d easily consider it my favorite Switch otome game, in the same way Tokimeki Memorial Girl’s Side 3rd Story stole my heart on the 3DS. It’s so well-executed. Anyone who enjoys visual novels, even if they normally don’t go for ones that are dating sims, should give it a chance.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Mario RPG
    Super Mario RPG breathes new life into an SNES classic, allowing players to re-experience one of Mario's most unique and adventurous titles on the Switch.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
    Whether you’re a casual gamer with a soft spot for Indiana Jones or a fan of cinematic action-adventure titles, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has something for everyone. The game’s customizable difficulty settings and accessible mechanics ensure players of all skill levels can enjoy the adventure. However, don’t expect to spend hours cracking intricate puzzles and riddles — the Great Circle leans more into its action, narrative, and authenticity than brain teasers.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    New Pokemon Snap
    New Pokemon Snap isn’t perfect, but it’s smartly-built and worth the time it asks of you.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH
    Overall, S4U: Citypunk 2011 and Love Punch is a fantastic exploration of our lives online and in chat and how we try to shape ourselves into different beings to one another.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Metroid Prime Remastered
    This simple approach to modernizing a game maintains everything that made the original work, while updating its control scheme, its visuals, and adding a few extras along the way. While this means that a few dated elements remain unchanged, the quality of the game is such that this is not enough to taint the overall excellent experience the game has to offer.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Bleach: The Blade of Fate
    As far as handheld fighting games go, Bleach DS: Souten ni Kakeru Unmei is among the best. The fighting system is well designed with lots of special moves and defensive options. There is enough depth to the system where you can really see the difference between an expert player and someone who just purchased the game. [JPN Import]
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