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
Lowest review score: 36 Bodycheck
Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 21 out of 313
313 game reviews
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Neverending Nightmares is a game that gets under your skin. It crawls in the shadows after you turn out the lights and will pervade your dreams if you dare to play it just before you go to sleep. A true gem in an oversaturated market of third person horror titles, Neverending Nightmares is a game that deserves your attention.
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    • 76 Critic Score
    It's not a perfect port and a few issues do hold it back from being a 'must have' title, but if you only own a Vita and are looking for something fun and cheap to pick up and play you really can’t go wrong with this game.
    • 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.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Severed is a game that's a perfect fit for the Vita, and with Drinkbox's special sauce mixed into the wound it's one bloodbath you won't want to miss.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Trillion is not a game that will be to everyones tastes, it is unique and fun to play, but many players may find that it's trying to hard to be too different and therefore complicates itself, but if you're looking for a JRPG or SRPG with a unique spin then Trillion is definitely worth a look.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Axiom Verge is an artistic triumph with some minor issues that hold the PlayStation Vita version back a little. However, fantastic music, visuals, and truly original gameplay mechanics put it a cut above other games of it's genre.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    This isn't a game I would encourage for long periods of play, but can be fun in small doses.
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    • 92 Critic Score
    Risk of Rain is an excellent game, though the tiny character size on the PS Vita screen is a major nuisance sometimes. Mop-up bits slow down an otherwise lightning fast experience. Great music and addictive gameplay are the order of the day, however. Features an incredible amount of content for a meager price. An absolute PS Vita must buy!
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    • 56 Critic Score
    It’s a shame that the originality and charm of the cut scenes and voice acting get lost in translation when it comes to the main game itself. A Virus Named Tom is in no ways a bad game; it just does nothing to set itself apart from the crowd. Meaning that if you took away the narrative, all that is left is a mediocre puzzler that will unfortunately forever sit in the shadows of the other far superior action puzzle games on the Vita.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Ninja Senki DX boasts masterful level design, with fun and challenging gameplay ideal for fans of platformers of old. Just don't expect to find anything particularly groundbreaking or unique.
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    • 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.
    • 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
    • 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.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Day of the Tentacle Remastered is another classic Double Fine title that has been given a facelift for the PlayStation Vita. The puzzles can be challenging and the game can be completed in around five hours, but those five hours will provide you with a hilarious story, great characters and puzzles that hold up even though they are 23 years old! If, like me, you are a point and click fan then Day of the Tentacle Remastered is one you don't want to miss!
    • 71 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Senran Kagura: Estival Versus is a much better looking version of its predecessor, and includes enhanced features to up your experience and add more variation to your gameplay. That said, it takes a different approach to stringing together moves than the first (which isn't as smooth), and it opts to add loading screens all over the place to compensate for enhanced textures and bigger areas. Because of this, it's not entirely a better game than Shinovi Versus - and instead comes second, but still very much recommended.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite the simplified gameplay elements, Civilization Revolution 2 Plus is an engrossing and enjoyable title, and may well fill that strategy itch you may be having. A lack of multiplayer does impact on its long term lifespan and some may find it too simple.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 46 Critic Score
    Blast 'Em Bunnies is a highly repetitive endless shooter that is DLC heavy and fails to leave a lasting impression. It can often come across as too easy and doesn't offer enough to keep it a fresh and entertaining experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel is a decent game - it has a few flaws that make it hard to recommend to everyone (especially regarding the story), but if you're a fan of the series or genre then it's certainly worth a look.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Dreii is a clever game that plays great on the PlayStation Vita. It is just a shame that for a game that relies on teamwork there is hardly anyone to play with. This doesn't mean that you can't have fun on your own, but once you have experienced Dreii's multiplayer, going solo will make the minimalistic stages feel even emptier than they already are.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Croixleur Sigma is a fantastic addition to the Vita's library offering addictive hack-n-slash gameplay with stunning graphics and accessible gameplay all bundled into a very generously priced package, it's definitely worth a look if you're looking for something unique from the genre.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    A unique and fun theatre setting, great dialogue and interesting characters are unfortunately not enough to hide the fact that Foul Play is ultimately quite a repetitive and shallow side-scrolling brawler. Fun to play with a friend and in short doses but is unlikely to keep you engrossed for long.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth is a blast from the past that has both retained the nostalgia factor, and evolved for modern audiences - offering a roleplaying game that caters to clinging fans and those looking for a new experience alike.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Hitman GO: Definitive Edition is a brilliant puzzle/strategy game that sees the bald assassin make his debut on the PlayStation Vita. Although it may not appeal to everyone, those that do play it will find an enjoyable game that is entertaining yet challenging.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Crypt of the Necrodancer is a game that easily lives up to expectations. Combining rhythm and RPG elements in a way I didn't know could work, the game is addicting and will have you continuously coming back for more.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 42 Critic Score
    We Are Doomed is a great looking twin-stick shooter that is unfortunately lacking in all other areas.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    A Boy and His Blob is a beautiful and heart-warming game with a classic 2D platformer feel. The game is not particularly long and most of the puzzles are not particularly challenging but its charm and beauty make it a worthwhile experience. The boss fights are fun and some of the challenge levels will keep you busy for a while.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 48 Critic Score
    Baseball Riot takes what I consider to be a fantastic foundation and then tries to add too much to it, and in turns fails to make the impression that it could have done as a successor to a far superior title.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Saturday Morning RPG relies heavily on nostalgia, something that works if you're familiar with the '80s but fails miserably if you aren't. It is a decent RPG with a few problems that will turn away hardcore genre fans, but leaves something that the occasional fan will like and blow through with ease.

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