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For 311 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 77% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 17% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 7.1 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 82
Highest review score: 100 The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Lowest review score: 40 Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 263 out of 311
  2. Mixed: 47 out of 311
  3. Negative: 1 out of 311
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    • 71 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    No More Heroes III
    No More Heroes 3 on Nintendo Switch was one of the best games of 2021 despite its technical issues. On PS5, it is massively improved when it comes to visuals, performance, and load times. If you enjoyed it before and want to replay it or are new to the series, No More Heroes 3 on PS5 is a fantastic experience that had me smiling from start to finish. Even a year and multiple playthroughs later, No More Heroes 3 is a goddamn great game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival
    Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival is a fantastic addition to the Nintendo Switch library, but one that needs to have its DLC handled a bit better even with the Taiko Music Pass. The base game has enough to justify the asking price, but the real star is how much you get for the optional Taiko Music Pass that dramatically increases what is available in-game. Hopefully future updates and DLC bring in more game music and some VTuber songs.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R
    JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R on Xbox Series X is a gorgeous anime fighter packed with a huge and varied roster, but one that is let down by its online issues. It is going to be interesting to see how it evolves over time with DLC and updates, but it is an easy recommendation in its current state to those looking to play locally or offline with all the content available from the start.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero on Nintendo Switch is the gold standard of how a JRPG should be brought to Nintendo Switch. It has improvements and upgrades over the PS4 version every way, and also goes above and beyond with many features to make it even better. I hope PH3 works on more Switch conversions in the future, because is now the best Falcom release on Switch.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Easy Come Easy Golf
    Easy Come Easy Golf is a great addition to the Switch library and it is one of the best golf games on the system alongside Golf Story and What the Golf. If you skipped this on Apple Arcade or don't want to play it on a subscription, the Switch version is worth your time.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero on PC gives one of Falcom's best games the superlative PC conversion it deserves. PH3 has outdone itself once again with this release that plays like a dream across the board and shines on Steam Deck.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Lost Judgment
    Lost Judgment on PC brings one of Sega's best games in recent years to Steam in an excellent conversion that plays great even on Steam Deck. While it should've included all DLC from the get go with its asking price, this is an essential if you skipped the console version or if you want to experience it again on the go.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Judgment
    Judgment is one of Sega's best games in years, and it has finally arrived on PC with many modern PC features and it also plays great on Steam Deck out of the box. If you skipped the recent PS5 or Xbox Series X remaster, this is an essential.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Prinny Presents NIS Classics Volume 3 La Pucelle: Ragnarok / Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure
    Prinny Presents NIS Classics Volume 3 on PC brings two more of the developer's older games to modern platforms with some visual improvements. La Pucelle: Ragnarok here includes a slew of improvements and new content never released in the West while Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure is well worth checking out for its soundtrack. Both games even run great on Steam Deck after a recent update fixed La Pucelle's issues.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Prinny Presents NIS Classics Volume 3 La Pucelle: Ragnarok / Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure
    While the option to buy them both separately like on PC would've been good, Prinny Presents NIS Classics Volume 3: La Pucelle: Ragnarok / Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure is a very good package, after the most recent Switch patch, offering the best way to experience games I never played before. Quality of life features and bonus content would've definitely made it a better collection though.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SD Gundam Battle Alliance
    SD Gundam Battle Alliance on Xbox Series X is gorgeous and it is great to have a Gundam game back on Xbox after a generation of skipping the platform. While it needs better balancing for solo play, I've enjoyed my time with it quite a bit online and offline. I look forward to keep coming back to do a few missions as a break from other games.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R
    JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R on Nintendo Switch is a mostly great port, but one that is lacking when it comes to online stability compared to other platforms. With smart changes to the environments, the developers have done a fine job with making it look good on Nintendo's hybrid system. If you're after a content-packed anime fighter, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R is well worth your time.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is the best Xenoblade game and an essential for any Switch owner despite its few flaws. With Xenoblade Chronicles 3, the Xenoblade Chronicles trilogy is Nintendo Switch's crown jewel.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shin-chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation - The Endless Seven-Day Journey
    Shin-Chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation – The Endless Seven-Day Journey on Nintendo Switch is a relaxing experience that has been a joy to play over the last few weeks. It looks gorgeous on the OLED screen, and has a memorable cast that is elevated by the voice acting and great atmosphere here.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shin-chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation - The Endless Seven-Day Journey
    Shin-chan: Me and the Professor on Summer Vacation – The Endless Seven-Day Journey on PC is a bare-bones port, but one that is an absolute joy to play on Steam Deck without any issues. If you're ok with an experience that is basically the Switch version with crisper visuals and improved performance, this is an easy recommendation on Steam.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Pac-Man World: Re-PAC
    Pac-Man World Re-Pac should've been an easy recommendation on Switch, but the inconsistent frame pacing in both performance modes holds it back. I hope future updates can address this, because this is perfect for playing on the go.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SD Gundam Battle Alliance
    SD Gundam Battle Alliance has been an absolute joy to play on both Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck over the last week with friends. I was a bit concerned about the Switch port initially, but it is great as a pick up and play game with better technical performance than I expected. It does needs some better balancing for solo play though, and the repetitive nature might turn put some off.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection from Konami and Digital Eclipse is one of my favorite retro collections ever. It is chock full of amazing bonuses in addition to many games that have been great to revisit or experience for the first time. The enhancement options and features available elevate these games quite a bit as well. If you're a fan of the games or want to check out classic TMNT games, this release is an essential.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pac-Man World: Re-PAC
    Pac-Man World Re-Pac on PC is a great way to experience this classic whether you played it back in the day, or are completely new to the world of Pac-Man. It is on the shorter side though with a few annoying sections of levels that might put some off. If you have a Steam Deck, Pac-Man World Re-Pac runs without any issues offering great visuals and smooth performance throughout.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Digimon Survive
    Digimon Survive is an great visual novel that sprinkles in tactical RPG encounters, but it needs some optimization work on Nintendo Switch and to address the localization issues. Digimon Survive also makes good use of the Switch's features with touchscreen support and even HD Rumble adding to the experience. Hopefully Bandai Namco Entertainment can build on this for a sequel or new entry in the future.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Digimon Survive
    Blending a pure visual novel with a turn-based tactical RPG combat, Digimon Survive is one of the best surprises of this year so far despite its issues. It is held back by some localization issues, but feels great to play on PC including Steam Deck after a post-launch patch addressed most of the issues. Digimon Survive also serves as a nice entry point into the franchise for newcomers as long as you aren't turned off by the structure.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Soul Hackers 2
    Soul Hackers 2 is a traditional Atlus JRPG with a super-stylish coat of paint and some welcome quality of life improvements. It has catchy music, great characters, an amazing protagonist, and a fun core loop. If you enjoyed Tokyo Mirage Sessions' gameplay, this is an essential JRPG and one of the best this year.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Azure Striker GUNVOLT 3
    Azure Striker Gunvolt 3 is an excellent action platformer with great gameplay, visuals, and music. This entry shines on Xbox Series X thanks to rock solid performance and even a 120fps mode. While the story isn't memorable, the voice actors have done a good job bringing these characters to life, and I hope it gets DLC soon adding more gameplay modes or playable characters.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    River City Saga: Three Kingdoms
    River City Saga: Three Kingdoms should've been a great beat 'em up that took the Downtown Special: Kunio-kun's Historical Period Drama concept to a Romance of the Three Kingdoms setting, but the lack of gameplay polish holds it back on Nintendo Switch. Hopefully Arc System Works revisits this in the future for another entry.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Live A Live
    If you enjoy JRPGs, you owe it to yourself to play Live A Live. Despite being a remake of a decades old game, Live A Live feels fresh and will surprise you with its interesting combat, gorgeous visuals, unique structure, and superlative soundtrack. It is a strong contender for the best JRPG in years.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Yurukill: The Calumniation Games
    Yurukill: The Calumniation Games should've been a home run on Nintendo Switch since it blends two genres that perfectly suit Nintendo's hybrid console. Sadly, it doesn't feel as polished as it should, and ends up being a missed opportunity given the potential with the setting.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Yurukill: The Calumniation Games
    Yurukill: The Calumniation Games on PS5 attempts to bring two genres together, but falters on both fronts. The adventure parts don't hit the highs of genre greats, and the shoot 'em up stages are a bit too basic for me. The setting and presentation are great, and Yurukill has potential, but it would've been better had the developers stuck to building it in a single genre.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The King of Fighters '98 Ultimate Match Final Edition
    The wait for The King of Fighters 98 Ultimate Match Final Edition on PS4 was long, but it has been worth it. Having experienced it on Steam already since the rollback update hit, KOF 98 Ultimate Match Final Edition is an essential for those looking to get into a classic KOF online on PS4. It is unfortunate that SNK did not include the arranged soundtrack and 3D background options to make this the most complete version though.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town
    Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town on PS4 is a great way to experience the newest Story of Seasons game, but it should've been the definitive version with all DLC included right from the get go. While the game's own issues are still present here, Marvelous has done a good job with the PS4 version delivering smooth performance and improved load times compared to the Switch release.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium
    Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium brings 32 more arcade games to Nintendo Switch in a single convenient package, and it has been great playing many of them for the first time through this release. The downside to this release is that some of the more recognizable titles will likely already be in your collection through Capcom's other collections on the system. On its own, this release is great and an easy recommendation with its quality of life features and various customization options.
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