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For 579 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 39% higher than the average critic
  • 19% same as the average critic
  • 42% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1 point lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 74
Highest review score: 98 Persona 5 Royal
Lowest review score: 26 Demolish & Build Classic
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 298 out of 579
  2. Mixed: 260 out of 579
  3. Negative: 21 out of 579
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    void* tRrLM2(); //Void Terrarium 2
    A bit too often, Mystery Dungeon-style games lack a compelling impetus. void tRrLM(); //Void Terrarium 2 provides one but requires a bit of persistence from players.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    PowerWash Simulator 2
    PowerWash Simulator 2 takes the strangely soothing satisfaction of spraying away grime and attempts to refine its meditative qualities. Despite a few messy technical hiccups in co-op, FuturLab’s sequel tunes the original’s formula into an embodiment of “flow,” where each satisfying sweep of water feels like washing the clutter from your own mind.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Missile Dancer 2
    Much like its primary weapon, Missile Dancer 2 is laser-focused on a target of delivering late ‘80s, frenzied, arcade-style fun. Anyone with an appreciation for retro games will undoubtedly find this well-crafted homage to Afterburner and Galaxy Force a direct hit.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Breakup!
    While the fashionably-dressed gents will grab your attention, a respectable rendition of Breakout will maintain it for a few hours. Given Otoko Cross: Pretty Boys Breakup’s reasonable price, the game is an easy recommendation for those attracted to brick smashing or the game’s line-up of heartbreakers.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Minishoot' Adventures
    Despite a plodding introductory hour, Minishoot' Adventures free-roaming, open-world shooter soon heats up. Before you know it, you’ll feel the singe of bullet-hell involvedness, as the playfield becomes flooded with dense patterns of projectiles. Fortunately, a leveling-up system provides the counter-offensive you’ll need to survive with variable difficulty settings serving as a contingency plan.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Timemelters
    Simultaneously being a battlefield strategist and a spell-slinging sorceress on the frontline makes Timemelters feel distinctive. Sure, it’s not perfect and the occasional difficulty spike is poised to put a transitory hex on your enjoyment. But the concept of layering multiple versions of your actions helps make up for any blemishes.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Starless Abyss
    As you’ll quickly learn, Starless Abyss is not a game for those seeking insubstantial challenges. But for players who crave a good tactical challenge, the sense of discovery, and a constant feeling of impending doom, Starless Abyss should be on your Wishlist.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Fading Afternoon
    Like a veteran yakuza lieutenant, Fading Afternoon can be unapproachable, offering little assistance for new recruits. This approach can be daunting at first, but it’s undoubtedly premeditated, encouraging you to explore the game’s intricately crafted world. There might not be many visible character stats, but this is accomplished role-playing.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Caravan SandWitch
    Games built around item collection often succumb to tedium or a level of challenge that’s more exasperating than engaging. Caravan SandWitch lets you roam its sunny, sandy local without the inconvenience of enemy encounters or the threat of a ‘game over’ message.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Kingdomino
    Kingdomino’s PC version keeps the board game’s elegant, low-stress strategy intact while trimming away the setup and scoring busywork. It’s light, quick, and a little limited in depth, but that simplicity makes it ideal for whenever you’ve got 15 minutes to play a match.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    NeverAwake FLASHBACK
    NeverAwake Flashback turns the original’s haunting twin-stick shooting into fast, arcade-like roguelike runs that trade RPG-style growth for quick hits of intensity and style. It loses some of the original’s melancholy depth, but if you want a tough, dreamlike shooter, Flashback is fun for a few runs.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Labyrinth of Zangetsu
    Labyrinth of Zangetsu revisits the fundamentals of classical function crawling. Peer past the attractive ink-wash-styled visuals and you’ll find an experience that’s a faithful adaptation of board gaming with graph paper and pencil. Largely, this should satisfy purists looking for a timeless crawl where a deluge of crits are ready to punish the imprudent.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Cash Cow DX
    Cash Cow DX revisits the arcade era, when success required quick reflexes, a whole lot of practice, and a roll of quarters. Pixel games SARL-S’ latest is a morsel of Mappy, a bite from Pac-Man, a dash of Sonic, and a whole lot of fun - especially if you miss coin-ops.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Touhou Spell Carnival
    Spell Carnival plays like nothing else. Real-time strategy-style movement against a backdrop of exploding projectiles feels fresh and just a bit frustrating. But dive deep into this Touhou spin-off, and you’ll discover a counter for every attack.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    PixelJunk Scrappers Deluxe
    Individually, PixelJunk Scrappers Deluxe can be a chore. But with a group of friends, the game can feel like a sport as you cooperatively chase down goals and attempt to clean up the dystopian world of Junktown.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    The Nameless: Slay Dragon
    Slay Dragon feels like playing a tabletop campaign, with all the freedom and engrossing storytelling that comes with it. While the visuals can be a bit plain, the customization and progression make The Nameless a surprisingly deep and rewarding adventure.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Grandma, No!
    Grandma, No! lets her ragdoll mechanics loose on a trio of playgrounds, delivering plenty of comical chaos. While some might not appreciate the game’s humor, elements like a dedicated fart button make this a fun and fleeting outlet for suburban anarchy.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Wagamama High Spec OC
    Wagamama High Spec OC trades high drama for heartfelt follow-ups, giving each heroine room to breathe after the confession. It’s comfort food for returning fans; familiar, sweet, and just substantial enough to warrant your time and money.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur
    Knight vs Giant: The Broken Excalibur is just a bit more than Hades meets King Arthur’s court. Controlling a resurrected Arthur is enjoyable thanks to potent weapons and spells upgraded with frequent perks. Even if the storytelling is second class, responsive controls and feverish combat make this a worthy consideration for any roguelike fan.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Noctuary
    Noctuary blends rich visual novel storytelling with real-time combat, delivering a heartfelt adventure driven more by character and worldbuilding than nonstop action. Those who enjoy emotionally resonant narratives and gradual pacing will find this luminous journey worthy of their time.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Particle Hearts
    Particle Hearts blurs the line between puzzle-platformer and interactive art exhibit, sending players drifting through dreamlike biomes. It may be too opaque or leisurely for some, but those open to a meditative pace will find it a luminous experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Yakuza Kiwami
    Between Yakuza Kiwami’s rich settings and its hardboiled plotline, it’s easy to become absorbed in this remake of the inaugural franchise entry. But a game like this deserves to be played on a platform that captures the splendor of hand-tailored suits and Kamurocho’s rain-soaked streets. Regrettably, the Switch port isn’t always up to the task.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    HELLCARD
    Whether you tackle Hellcard’s turn-based confrontations alone or with a pair of online allies, the pursuit of team synergy can be involving. Like many card battlers, you’ll need to upgrade wisely, gleaning every diminutive advantage available before reaching the endgame. Here, persistence proves just as essential as having a prudent policy.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Disgaea 7 Complete
    Sure, Disgaea 7 Complete isn't technically complete, but it does bundle the base game with the post-game stories, the Nethertime Support Force mini-game, as a mega-boss that will push franchise fans into grinding like it's a full-time job. While it's not worth buying again at a premium price, if you missed Vows of the Virtueless, this is the most robust strategy role-playing game currently on Switch 2.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Breakers Collection
    Comprised of a base game and a rebalanced follow-up that didn’t add much innovation, this isn't a deep anthology. But Breakers Collection's fighting remain appealing 27 years later thanks to mechanics that are accessible to newcomers while fulfilling to those with more fighting game experience.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Wall World
    If imitation is indeed the sincerest form of flattery then Wall World is bestowing lavish praise toward Dome Keeper’s blend of defensive shooting and subterranean drilling. Essentially, it’s the exact same concept but with a slightly better sense of progress.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    StarVaders
    StarVaders is a smart, addictive, and refreshingly original indie game. It references Taito’s pioneering arcade title while delivering a modern, engaging gameplay loop. For fans of tactical titles, deck-builders, or just clever twists on familiar genres, it’s well worth your time.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    QUALIA ~The Path of Promise~
    With its explanations of the Turing Test and machine learning, QUALIA ~The Path of Promise~ offers more than just a basic tale of love between man and machine. Although the first two hours can be a bit dull, the visual novel’s central relationship is tenderly written, allowing for a few wholehearted moments.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Breakout Beyond
    Undoubtedly, Choice Provisions has studied the Breakout clones, from Arkanoid to Shatter. Breakout Beyond bundles several of their modernization, resulting in a golden mean of brick-busting amusement.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Wander Stars
    Wander Stars turns words into weapons, mixing flashy anime-inspired visuals with a combat system that rewards creativity and experimentation. While a bit of randomness can trip up the flow, the game’s humor and heart separate it from most shonen-style showdowns.
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    • 87 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Cross Blitz
    Currently in Early Access, Cross Blitz’s two modes deliver a lot of deckbuilding enjoyment, whether you are tackling the pair of plot lines or the game’s roguelike component. Yes, the sporadic difficulty spikes are vexing as you face foes equipped with commanding cards. Developer Tako Boy wanted to remind us that sporadically, the deck is stacked against us. [Early Access Provisional Score = 78]
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    Frontier Hunter: Erza's Wheel of Fortune
    Beyond the adorable 3D character models Frontier Hunter: Erza's Wheel of Fortune doesn’t do much to evolve the genre. If you are ok with that, expect a normative blend of action and exploration, augmented by light cooking and crafting components. [Early Access Provisional Score = 73]
    • 86 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Turbo Overkill
    Apogee’s latest feels like a celebrative orgy of game violence. You’ll slide chainsaw-leg first through clusters of enemies, plunge down and destroy foes like a homicidal Spider-Man, or just reduce them to a pulp with a robust arsenal of firearms. It’s in Early Access, so there is still some uncertainty about the kinds of creative carnage the third act will bring. But there’s already more than enough hyperkinetic, over-the-top action to warrant a go as Johnny Turbo. [Early Access Score = 84]

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