The Vita Lounge's Scores

  • Games
For 313 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 59% higher than the average critic
  • 12% same as the average critic
  • 29% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.9 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 100 Steins;Gate 0
Lowest review score: 36 Bodycheck
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 21 out of 313
313 game reviews
    • 75 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    While the game is short, Actual Sunlight will hold your attention from “Press Start.” The serious subject matter certainly will turn some away from the game – and they will be missing out – but if you do decide to pick it up, you will find that it is worthy of your time and will make you reflect a lot on what you’ve played, more so than other games.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A Rose in the Twilight has plenty of good ideas - but they're buried under slow gameplay, a scattered plot, and some frustrating design. Despite all this, there's a solid puzzle-platformer with some touching moments to be found here; and although it's not one I can recommend wholeheartedly, it's fun enough for the price that it's worth checking out.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Norn9 is perhaps one of the less interesting in a recent burst of Visual Novels to hit the Vita, the story seems to take far too long to go anywhere and ends somewhat abruptly. The games main saviour however is the quirky Norn9 Quest mode, which was more interesting than the main games story.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Dengeki Bunko: Fighting Climax is a fantastic title for its most diehard fans. For those who aren't familiar with the universe and are looking for a deep fighting game, perhaps Dengeki Bunko will not quench that thirst.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Atelier Escha & Logy is a great blend of alchemy, combat and exploration. The story isn’t very complex but the characters are sweet and charming and you will end up wanting to see all character endings. There’s tons of things to do, items to create and places to explore.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A stunningly beautiful arcade space shooter that provides just the right mix of challenge and exploration.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Don't let the cuteness fool you, Yomawari: Night Alone is a creepy horror game which will make you jump! The game preys on all the fears you had as a child, with ghosts standing under flickering streetlamps and arms grabbing at you through manhole covers. It's not particularly long but I'd still recommend people give it a go for the unique atmosphere and interesting story.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Nova-111 is a fantastic game that fans of strategy/puzzle games will love. With a great concept, and a challenging but fair learning curve - you will find yourself having many 'eureka moments' when it all clicks into place and you begin to master the many mechanics that this game perfectly molds together!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Swindle is a frantic and frustrating heist game in all the right ways.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Beautifully presented, brilliantly executed and tremendous fun the only reason for not grabbing Teslagrad is because you already have it or you don't like platformers. One of the most enjoyable Vita titles I have played this year.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Although Pix the Cat is clearly influenced by games such as Snake, Pastagames' puzzler rightfully makes a name for itself with gameplay that is both challenging and fun.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    J-Stars Victory VS+ is a fun fighting game that is great in small doses.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    With some fantastic enemies and well thought out puzzling gameplay you will find a very challenging and satisfying game here, but there may well come a point where that challenge transfers into frustration and rage, and outside of the boss encounters the game really doesn't offer much else.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you can overlook the visual limitations you will find a very enjoyable and long lasting Marvel-flavoured experience here. It could get expensive, but Marvel fans - and children - will love it.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Baboon! is a beautiful, yet infuriating puzzler-cum-platformer that is fun yet fiendishly difficult in places. With a great art style and a catchy soundtrack to boot, Baboon! is a game that will put a smile on your face, and then quickly wipe it away with the challenge it throws at you.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Freedom Wars may be another hunting game on the Vita, but it's by far one of the best. It screams AAA production with standout graphics, solid audio, unique gameplay mechanics and a fresh story line - bringing them to you in a one of a kind package that only Japan could come up with, but with an execution typical of the Western big shots.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dungeon Travelers 2 is not a game for those wary of fanservice or afraid of challenges; but if you’re into either of those, this could just be the game you’ve been looking for all along.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    For those of you who have never played a Deception title, The Nightmare Princess is a fantastic entry point for newcomers with tons of content and replay value. But for those who have previously purchased Blood Ties, aside from the new quests, there is nothing here that's worth the full asking price.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Nihilumbra is an interesting concept and a short and sweet title that not only looks great but also uses some of the features that a lot of developers forget the Vita actually has, Nihilumbra is one of the more unique titles on Vita and if you're looking for something different, you should definitely give it a go.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    It may not be pretty, it may not be ground-breaking, but what Earth Defense Force 2 lacks in creativity it makes up in the sheer scale of its ridiculous, addictive and fun B-movie style action.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Lost Dimension has a lot of great ideas, and while not all of them pan out, it's a mostly enjoyable experience from start to finish. Technical issues withstanding, it's one of the Vita's best RPGs.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    An average platformer that does show its age on the PlayStation Vita. Still fun and humorous in parts, the game is arguably the weakest entry in the Oddworld franchise and only makes the wait for New 'n' Tasty seem that little bit longer.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Ray Gigant is a beautiful dungeon crawler with a strong focus on story and it's characters. There are some interesting new game mechanics but the game is let down slightly by some repetitive dungeons.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Superdimension takes a number of steps forward for the series and a few steps back. Overall I really enjoyed it and it's clear a lot of care went into thinking up new and interesting mechanics but sadly an overuse of old content holds the game back from being outstanding.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    I wholeheartedly recommend Ultra Despair Girls to anyone who has played the first two games in the series - it may not be exactly what you're used to, but it fits so well into the universe the games have created that the differences won't negatively effect your enjoyment at all... and may even enhance it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Amnesia: Memories was my first foray into Visual Novels and has left me wanting more of from the genre, its unique story and interesting cast will keep you entertained and hooked on the game, with multiple ending and several unlockable bonuses Amnesia: Memories is a worthwhile addition to your Vita collection.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Hyperdimension Neptunia U is a fast paced, high octane action game that is fun to play, but can be quite easy at times. The story mode will keep you entertained for at least 10 hours, but don't expect it to be as vast and as huge as it's JRPG counterparts.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Söldner-X 2: Final Prototype is a game made for both Shoot 'em Up fans, and those trying to get into the genre. Although it lacks some basic features and has an annoying collectible system, this is still one of the more addicting Vita games out there, and deserves every penny.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Whilst it doesn't look like very much, there is something very charming and ultimately quite addictive here. It won't last you forever, and it's incredibly frustrating but if it catches you, you won't be able to stop, at least for a little while.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Stranger of Sword City is great fun but be warned that it is tough. However even if you die you'll soon come back to it, you can't help but think that maybe with a slightly different party or different weapons you'll get slightly further next time.

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