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
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Samurai Warriors 4-II is a gorgeous game that showcases just what the PS Vita is capable of. Big, epic and fun gameplay just about manage to overshadow its repetitive, button-mashing gameplay.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Samurai Warriors 4: Empires is a fun strategy action hybrid spin off of the popular Warriors series. Players of previous Empires games should be happy with what is on offer here and those who have even a passing curiosity will find their time rewarded well.
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    At times it can be extremely frustrating, especially early on whilst you adapt to what is needed to succeed and for the controls click, but when you do get your head around it the game becomes that much more enjoyable as you plot your paths around to victory.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Murasaki Baby is a short-yet-sweet adventure into what can only be described as a child's nightmares. Although scares and frights are ahead for Baby, a fantastic escape into a bizarre world that will stay on your mind long after it ends awaits for you.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you can look past the 80's visuals, you will find a twin-stick shooter-cum-puzzler is brilliantly simple yet fiendishly challenging!
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The ability to customize numerous racing factors allows the player to tailor the game to his racing style.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Swindle is a frantic and frustrating heist game in all the right ways.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the end, Root Letter isn't quite the complete package, let down by some issues with storytelling and character development. In spite of this, it's an enjoyable journey with some gorgeous presentation and something I'd easily recommend for fans of visual novels.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you love Tower Defence titles then it's a no brainer. Great design, very addictive and the score challenge mode will have you playing for ages.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    XCOM Enemy Unknown Plus is a perfect game hidden behind a poorly executed port. For some these technical issues may be enough to warrant not giving it a shot but you would be robbing yourself of experiencing one of the hardest and most rewarding tactical games released in years.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Don't let the difficulty scare you. Curses N Chaos is a fantastic game that takes pride in kicking the crap out of you, hoping that you'll come back for seconds. No matter how many times you will fail, you'll tell yourself "one more run".
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Most of the time, 10 Second Ninja X is a competent and charming puzzle platformer with more wit and humor than one might expect. If it wasn't for the painfully aggravating 3 star challenges, this game would be a great time across the board.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Organ Trail is an amazing homage to a computer classic.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Re;Birth 2 is a great JRPG and fans of the series will be happy to return to Gamindustri on the PlayStation Vita - but the themes and the style of the game won't be for everyone.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Atelier Shallie Plus is a great ending to the Dusk trilogy, it has some charming new characters as well as allowing you to see some familiar friends. The combat and alchemy systems are as fun as ever and there's a new Life Task system which allows you to play through at your own pace.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham is a standout in the series for the Vita and raises the bar for what a LEGO can be. It has a fun story that weaves together the various superheroes and villains from the DC universe in a clever way, and the humor is spot on. It's a fun to play game that provides hours of action and treasure hunting.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great RPG experience with a ton of content, a ton of room to grow your fully customizable character, and many different battle styles and areas to explore - you'll be playing this one for a hundred hours before you get bored... easily. My only real qualms with the title were cosmetic, so despite the fact that the game isn't perfect it's still one I'd whole-heartedly recommend.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    One Piece Pirate Warriors 3 is a musou game in a similar vein to the Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors series - but that should not put you off this title. Sure the combat can get a little repetitive at times, but if you take the time to learn the combos and have the slightest bit of interest in the One Piece world then you will find something to like with this game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    iO
    iO is a deceptively simple physics-based platformer with a minimalist art style, a nice ambient soundtrack, and a plethora of levels to challenge. If you want a good game that's easy to pick up and play for a few minutes at a time, then iO serves that function beautifully.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A lovely fighting game with a style all its own, Skullgirls 2nd Encore pairs finely tuned combat with cute and gruesome characters to create a wonderful display of passion and design. If it weren't for its technical limitations, this game could easily be considered a masterpiece.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Difficult, charming, colourful, addictive, frustrating and then some. Tremendous fun and the biggest title Vlambeer have pulled off yet. If you are after all of the above then you definitely want to take a look at Nuclear Throne.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Salt and Sanctuary is a hard as nails action platformer that wears its Dark Souls inspiration with pride and comes with a lot of the same caveats. Whether it's something for you depends on your taste, but those Salt and Sanctuary suits will find a very solid game to spend their time on.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    J-Stars Victory VS+ is a fun fighting game that is great in small doses.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Level 22 is an enjoyable and exciting experience that turns what could be a normal everyday problem into a unique and enjoyable game. Although it may be short lived it's definitely worth your attention if you're a fan of stealth games.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    With modes that will keep you busy during the longest season in professional sports, MLB 15: The Show delivers as a great portable baseball title at a great, low price - and that's nothing to scoff at.
    • 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.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    UnEpic is an RPG/Platformer with some chops, but some questionable design choices and input issues hold it back. The gameplay is solid for fans of Metroidvanias, but does nothing new to distinguish itself in the genre.
    • 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.

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