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On average, this publication grades 5.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 70
Highest review score: 100 TerraTech Legion
Lowest review score: 10 Mini Hockey Battle
Score distribution:
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  2. Mixed: 3,139 out of 6229
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    PAW Patrol World
    PAW Patrol World isn’t made for us adults. It’s Adventure Bay and surrounding areas, with all of the barriers removed. It’s a glorious playset, the entire TV series ready for kids to reach in and enjoy. That’s something that none of the previous games have managed.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Mineko's Night Market
    Younger games will find much enjoyment in Mineko’s Night Market. The world itself is pleasant to the eye and the whole setup is familiar yet cuts its own path. There is a fair bit of grind though.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Elliot Quest
    For some, this will be the Holy Grail of retro gaming, and if you are one of them, you’ll want to follow Elliot on a trip down memory lane.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    60 Seconds! Reatomized
    60 Seconds! Reatomized on Xbox is a fun, challenging game, but it lacks the refinement it needs to make it a great game. If you like the post-apocalyptic aesthetic though and are in the mood for a dark comedy survival game, then this isn’t the worst choice in the world.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Adore
    Adore is simple by design but this means enjoyment is spread more thinly the longer you play. Its depth of customisation options and range of items to acquire will keep your interest for a while, but before long Adore can feel like a little bit of a grind.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Surviving Mars
    The first few hours of Surviving Mars are frustrating and the game can come across a bit disappointing; stick with it though and once you have figured out what to do all by yourself – due to the ineffective tutorial tips – the game opens up and almost becomes a completely different experience.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Demon's Crystals
    For the price, Demon’s Crystals is a fine playthrough. Okay, so it may not have the depth of other twin stickers and it’s seriously missing an online component which would no doubt have been hugely well received, but for the price of a beer, BadLand Games have delivered a massively fun experience.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Chess Infinity
    It probably goes without saying, but if you don’t like chess, you won’t like Chess Infinity. But if you fancy learning the game, or think of yourself as something of a Grandmaster already, then you’ll get a lot out of what it offers.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX
    Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX on Xbox is a fun and charming reintroduction to one of gaming’s oft-forgotten but still influential platforming icons. The game is tough to be sure, and is very old school and dated in some of its design conventions, but the quality-of-life improvements and the visual facelift help modernise this classic platformer.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Vambrace: Dungeon Monarch
    We had a whale of a time with Vambrace: Dungeon Monarch. The combo of deckbuilder and hex-based strategy game was delicious, and the lack of any real balancing meant we became a god on the battlefield. Which felt quite nice, if we were being honest.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Yakuza Kiwami
    At times, it will be blindingly obvious that Yakuza Kiwami is now a ten-year-old remake of a 20-year-old game. It isn’t the best-looking game in the series by a long way, and suffers badly from some early pacing issues. Get through those moments though and once Kamurocho opens up fully, there is a very good Yakuza game within.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 1
    True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 1 is a solid example of a hidden object game. It’s substantial, has plenty to keep your mental cogs whirring, and introduces some ideas that will prick up Artifex Mundi’s ears. And if you were wondering, it’s about as scary as reading the back of a DVD of The Grudge. It’s up to you whether that’s a good thing.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Dreamcore
    Dreamcore is the type of game I find particularly compelling. I appreciate its unconventional approach, the focus on atmosphere and exploration, and its willingness to embrace the strange and unsettling. However, the lack of clear objectives and traditional gameplay mechanics might not appeal to all players.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Fall Part 2: Unbound
    Whilst The Fall Part 2: Unbound has been put together with super high production values, a stunning story and some great visuals, it is the overall length and drawn out nature of the tale that ultimately holds it back.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Depth of Extinction
    Depth of Extinction on Xbox One is a straight up, old-school turn-based RPG that is squarely aimed at fans of the genre. There's nothing else to be tempted by here, but what is on offer is a solid dose of strategy action for those with enough patience to stick it out.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Don't Touch this Button!
    Don’t Touch This Button! is a game of two halves. The first is a delight, a test-chamber game with a sense of humour to rival Portal’s, as it hangs on the cute and contrary hook of doing the opposite of what the game tells you to do. It might not look attractive in the slightest, but it shouldn’t put you off. But the second half falls off a cliff. It abandons its lovely premise for first-person platforming sections that could have been ripped from any other game.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Suicide of Rachel Foster
    The Suicide of Rachel Foster on Xbox One is a bit of an odd one because the story is decent enough and certainly very intriguing. But I’ve never really been sure what the team behind it have been trying to accomplish or whether it quite hits the points it needs to make. The themes feel a bit rushed at times too, and it needs a bit more work after the main twist.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Aery - Sky Castle
    Aery - Sky Castle on the Xbox One is - mostly - a chilled experience, well-suited to casuals and younger players, or just for a moment of calm. Kick back, put the slippers on the table, and soar around some appealing levels. Aery is at its best when it’s in this simulation mode, tossing away traditional objectives and letting you fly. Unfortunately it doesn’t quite last, and the collect-a-thons that come afterwards have real feedback issues.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Wunderling
    Wunderling on Xbox is a fun little puzzle platformer, and even if you’re not too blown away by its bite-sized casual platforming action, then the rest of the presentation will be something that genre fans will appreciate and enjoy.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Hexa Chippy
    I was in pain in the latter levels of Hexa Chippy, but that pain was self-inflicted. Hexa Chippy gave me all the tools to solve its path-finding puzzles, I just chose not to use them. I also needed to squirrel-up and get good at solving this kind of hex puzzle. But as much as the fault is my own, there’s still the matter of an over-eager hint system and mostly useless reset and shuffle features.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury
    There’s no way this is going to challenge the hardcore gamers out there, but for everyone else, Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury is a good way to spend a couple of hours.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Gimmick! Special Edition
    Gimmick! Special Edition will appeal both to fans of the genre who are looking for a genuinely enjoyable new platformer to blast through and those collectors on the hunt for games thought lost in the realms of time.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara
    With a good few hours of play found in the main quests, you'll not go too wrong by joining the adventures of Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Call of the Wild: The Angler
    When all the aspects of Call of the Wild: The Angler come together, the resulting mix is actually a pleasant place to spend a few hours. Driving to a new lake, having a few casts and seeing what you can find is remarkably zen; a very calming experience.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Beyond Blue
    It’s hard to criticise Beyond Blue too much, for it comes to market with the express intention of highlighting the ocean’s magic, hammering home a different type of message to most other gaming experiences. As a game it could do better, but as a journey into what is the unknown for many, then it most certainly works.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Gas Station Simulator
    Gas Station Simulator is most definitely one for the genre fans; those who love to toll and juggle the many different tasks presented to them. But if you are new to the sim world and fancy something a bit different this might be a good one to ease yourself in with. It has a fun vibe and doesn't take itself too seriously, with a good tutorial helping ease the pain.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Death Park
    Death Park is jank horror, but it’s a decent experience; a fun little experience that has arrived just in time for spooky season. For the price of a pumpkin to carve, Death Park is a great way to spend a Halloween evening with the lights off, and one that can be enjoyed further down the line again too.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tin & Kuna
    Tin & Kuna on the Xbox One is cute enough that the little ones will love the colours on screen, but devilish enough that you probably shouldn’t play it when they are within earshot. It is also deceptive in its length; there is plenty to still go for after completing the levels the first time. And whilst it might be lacking a bit of polish in some areas, it won’t take away from your overall enjoyment for more than a couple of seconds.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Jet Set Knights
    Jet Set Knights’ heavy reliance on inspiration makes it feel altogether too familiar, with some aspects being replicated like-for-like. It’s not quite as entertaining as those games that inspired it, however if you’re not too hung up on originality you’ll find that Jet Set Knights on Xbox One is plenty of fun to play.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Beyond A Steel Sky
    Beyond a Steel Sky verges on the impressive. However, the puzzles can occasionally feel over-complicated at times and there are moments where the game does get a bit saggy narrative-wise; especially in the middle section. But the new 3D world, the great visuals, and the new hacking mechanics certainly make up for some of the negatives.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Towaga: Among Shadows
    Did I have fun with Towaga: Among Shadows on Xbox? Yes. Do I wish that there was more to it? Even bigger yes. The alternate game modes and unlockable spells all feel pointless, and the story is lacking in many ways. Yet, despite these flaws, I couldn’t put the game down. Though it doesn’t feel like it lives up to its true potential, Towaga: Among Shadows is a unique shooter that I hope to see more of in the future.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    I, AI
    I, AI on Xbox is a decently accomplished shooter that will happily whisk away a few hours of your life. It’s well-priced, it delivers a decent little challenge, and even though the grind is real, for the most part that is okay. If you are looking for something to fill a Sky Force gap, this could well be the vertical scrolling shooter for you.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Solid Void - Topsy Turvy World
    As a puzzle fan, Solid Void – Topsy Turvy World will more than scratch an itch, even if you aren’t particularly familiar with nonograms.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Snow Fable: Mystery of the Flame
    The Snow Fable: Mystery of the Flame has the generosity of spirit to create a waterfall of matches, when all you’ve done is matched three yellow gems in a line. And that’s its secret: it keeps rewarding you for doing very little indeed, and that was precisely what we were in the mood for.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Teslagrad 2
    We have no illusions about which of the two Teslagrads we prefer. The first game, recently remastered, is just that little bit more considered, clever and rewarding. Teslagrad 2 ups the cool factor by handing you a breakneck slide, letting you glide about like Sonic, but the result lacks the first game’s finesse.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Timberman: The Big Adventure
    Timberman: The Big Adventure may be short enough to confuse you on first playthrough, but what little is here is sweet. It feels like a no-expense-spared remaster of a 16-bit platformer that never existed: by which we mean that it’s full of charm and some timeless level design.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Youtubers Life 2
    Youtubers Life 2 may be tacky and noisy, but sorting through the mess begins to approach fun. Fewer and fewer of the keywords are confusing. The open world starts to make sense. And then the game’s loop emerges: make videos, get cash, buy equipment, make better videos, make more cash. It’s Animal Crossing in designer headphones.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Spark The Electric Jester 2
    Spark the Electric Jester 2 on Xbox One is an admirable effort from an indie gaming standpoint, as creating even a functional 3D platformer is a tough task even for a fully budgeted development studio. The game manages to execute its ideas with much success, and ultimately as flawed as the many moving parts may be, they all come together to create a memorable whole, especially when it is backed by excellent soundtrack presentation.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydream
    SWORD ART ONLINE Fractured Daydream isn’t the best co-op action game, but there are moments that suggest it’s good enough to consider purchasing, especially if you’re an SAO fan.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Aery - Little Bird Adventure
    If you just want a nice simple game with some easy achievements, then Aery might just be a nice distraction to have.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Cats and the Other Lives
    Cats and the Other Lives is clever and inventive. The whole concept of having a cat as the protagonist and finder of the narrative is excellent. But you always get the feeling that this cat isn't worried about how things play out, acting as a bystander to the events which fold.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Crackpet Show: Happy Tree Friends Edition
    The Crackpet Show: Happy Tree Friends Edition is a little bit of a mixed bag, but one that skews much further towards the positive side. It is padded, repetitive and overly randomized, but the strong core mechanics, charming aesthetics and smooth-as-butter gameplay loop make up for these shortfalls.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Many Faces: Console Edition
    Many Faces is an interesting experience, with an intriguing random element and some cool hat-based gameplay. It could have had real legs, it could have kept me coming back for more - if only it didn't give all its achievements away so easily.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Ever Forward
    Ever Forward is a pretty great little puzzler that just so happens to have a wonderful narrative weaved in. The originality of the stages is worth highlighting, but there is a bit of a struggle in terms of the gameplay mechanics and the movement of Maya; it feels a bit too slow and not always accurate in its response time. Aside from that, Ever Forward is a puzzler that is worth consideration.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Garten of Banban 6
    This fifth entry in the series, despite being called Garten of Banban 6, is the best by far. But it is not a good starting point. Unfortunately, to get the most out of it, you will need to sit through some bad games to fully appreciate this one. Garten of Banban 6 is not exactly great, but it is a whole lot better than what has come before.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Strikers 1945 II
    Strikers 1945 II is peak Psikyo shoot ’em uppery. It’s fast, overblown and demands to be replayed.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Clockwork Aquario
    Take part in the nostalgia and unearth a forgotten treasure; but have no illusions - there is a slow, cumbersome reason why Clockwork Aquario never made it into our arcades.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Dark Quest 2
    Dark Quest 2 is quite a niche game and one I’d say to fans of retro turn based RPGs to give a go. But you really need to be a fan of the genre to make this a worthwhile purchase.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ancestors Legacy
    If you’re an RTS aficionado in need of a new game then Ancestors Legacy on Xbox One should scratch that itch – as long as you aren’t fussed about pitting your strategies against any humans.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    WRC 7
    If you’re looking for a casual racer, the experience may be just what you’re looking for, but those hardcore racers out there may be left disappointed.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Super Woden GP II
    Super Woden GP II is a good racer that harks back to the glory days of arcade racing. The challenge in the later stages is intense, while the chasing of credits and stars to get new events is agreeable in and of itself.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Plastomorphosis
    Plastomorphosis should be seen as a worthy successor to the games of the past, and with the atmosphere that it creates as well, it is one to recommend should you have a hankering for the old days.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Maquette
    We loved so much of Maquette. Its many-layered puzzles are sensational. They are so good, in fact, that they carry a game that fails to get the other stuff right.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Skylia Prophecy
    There will be a couple of different reactions to The Skylia Prophecy on the Xbox. Anyone who expects decent action from their action platformers, with responsive controls and a powerful set of moves, is going to be disappointed and should probably back away. But those who persist past the flaws will find something well-paced, surprisingly non-linear and flecked with good ideas.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    DJMax Respect V
    While DJMAX RESPECT V is glossy and fully featured, it doesn’t have it where it counts: in its playlist of songs, and how well those songs are mapped to the beats.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Pinball M
    Pinball M does a lot of right things to win back the fanbase. New features, the promise of new tables, and a more traditional format of playing, avoiding the controversial Pinball Pass. Just remember, the M is for mature.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Barton Lynch Pro Surfing
    Whether it has long term appeal is up for debate, but Barton Lynch Pro Surfing is quite probably the best surfing game money can currently buy.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Drone Racing League Simulator
    As a simulator I can rate it fairly highly, despite its issues. Everything feels real and I can definitely see how it would improve someone’s ability to actually fly a drone. On the other hand, for casual gamers or people who are looking for a more game-like experience, The Drone Racing League Simulator on Xbox One isn’t going to be the answer. It all comes down to what kind of experience you want.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Cute Whale
    We stand - just about - on the right side of sokoban fatigue with The Cute Whale. That’s largely down to some cracking, well thought-out puzzle layouts that kept the cynicism at bay.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Fractured Minds
    Fractured Minds on Xbox One is a brave and admirable attempt at using video games in an effort to reach out to people who have to struggle silently with mental health.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Skyhill
    Because everything is generated randomly, certain characters or events may not occur, making each playthrough slightly different. And, to top it off, there are multiple endings to unlock, so Skyhill definitely has some replay value to it.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    REMEDIUM: Sentinels
    By all means, if you're in the market for a new roguelite auto-shooter, REMEDIUM: Sentinels should be considered. But a few little tweaks to its systems would ensure this has better legs going forward. It’ll certainly be interesting to see how it evolves further.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Planet Coaster: Vintage Pack
    The Vintage Pack for Planet Coaster: Console Edition on Xbox definitely feels like a better offering than the previous Spooky and Adventure packs. There is a much wider selection of rides and the amenities are much more than simple reskins of existing shops with new ones added.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat 1
    Whilst definitely touted as a reboot in pre-release info, Mortal Kombat 1 has taken a few too many steps back. The fighting feels stripped back from previous editions, reverting to a technique that fighting games were using years ago, rather than evolving.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Rayland 2
    It’s hard to make a case for Rayland 2 being your first choice when it comes to buying a new puzzle game. However, if you want to kill an hour or two, and you need an extra 2000 Gamerscore in the bank, then it’s certainly an option.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Hard West Ultimate Edition
    Appropriately priced, Hard West: Ultimate Edition on Xbox One offers hours of enjoyment throughout the eight unique campaign scenarios, for those craving an XCOM-like tactical action game - just without humanoid aliens and mass genocide, of course.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League
    Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is a bit of a mixed bag. A top-notch diversified combat system coupled with top-shelf presentation is weighed down by some questionable narrative choices and incredibly repetitive mission design.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Anima: Gate of Memories I & II Remaster
    Anima: Gate of Memories I&II Remaster seems to very much be two games of their time. It has fun built in, but the world of third person action adventures has moved on since the original releases of the two games included in this remaster.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Citadel: Forged with Fire
    Citadel: Forged with Fire on the Xbox One doesn’t get off to the best of starts, throwing you in at the deep end with nothing to cling onto. The tutorial does a terrible job of explaining anything, even causing you to re-assign many of the buttons on the controller. But it’s worth sticking with. Figure out what you’re supposed to do and the game becomes a delightful sandbox for you to become the mage you were born to be.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Trash Goblin
    I am self-aware enough to know that mindless cozy game players are a niche within a niche. Very few players will enjoy Trash Goblin in the same manner as I did. Because it is too repetitious for its own good. It doesn’t reward the player for their time with glittery new mechanics. But if you have lost hours to Stardew Valley in the past then maybe, just maybe, you will get something from Trash Goblin.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Afterdream
    Enjoyable with a good sense of story, characters, and some sharp writing, Afterdream keeps its suspense tight amid horror elements that are more fun than horrific.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Gigantic
    The game has solid combat, interesting character creations, and the potential to grow into so much more. The only thing that inhibits it from gaining a higher rating is the fact that it is so barren.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bloodshore
    Bloodshore is a good back-to-form entry for Wales Interactive. It's a bloodsoaked, campy thrill ride that mixes a brilliant combination of reality TV show with Battle Royale hijinks. The script is cheesy at times, but at other moments well observed - but at all points the story flows at a brilliantly fast rate.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Thief Simulator 2
    Thief Simulator 2 may take you by surprise. The gameplay premise and thieving mechanic are good and a lot of fun. Should you like stealthy experiences then you should have a blast with this, enjoying the wacky world it employs.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Lunacy: Saint Rhodes
    Horror fans will love Lunacy: Saint Rhodes. If you’re curious, this house is worth a visit.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    World War Z Game of the Year Edition
    Generally, it’s a case of more of the same with World War Z - GOTY Edition on Xbox One. There’s nothing here that will win over new fans, but it is a decent offering to keep existing ones entertained, even if they might be left wanting more.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    MOTORSLICE
    My advice when you start Motorslice is to be prepared to get annoyed. You will die a lot and repeat sections again and again, but there is a lot of good in this game, even when the mechanics don’t work quite as smoothly as they should.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Ultracore
    ‘Ultra’ is probably overstating it, but any lover of Contra, Mega-Man and Metal Slug will find plenty of value from their purchase of Ultracore.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Bananitro
    There's a lot to like about Bananitro and it would be good to see more in the future. The components are all there, but the execution falters at times, resulting in an experience which regularly swings from being good fun, to feeling like a chore.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Mining Rail 2
    Beyond the litany of issues raised in this review, Mining Rail 2 on the Xbox One nails the most important thing: fun. And for that reason alone, it’s an enjoyable game. It is laughably bad in places, and offensive to the ears, but completing the tasks and aiming for the safe station against the clock is undoubtedly a lot of fun.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Falconeer
    While the combat may not be super engaging, and the story is a bad egg, the gorgeous world of The Falconeer on Xbox is a triumph. Paired with the spectacular music and breathtaking feeling of flight, this game provides what feels like an exceptional concept rather than a complete game.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Wardrobe: Even Better Edition
    The Wardrobe: Even Better Edition is only really worth your consideration if you’re happy to seek help to progress because the solutions are utterly ridiculous. As long as that’s the case, then there are great locations full of nostalgia just begging to be seen. The characters within are undoubtedly intriguing and, in a silly way, it’s funny on occasion too. Granted, the main story needs work, but the sub-plots are pretty good and keep things ticking over.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Woodle Tree 2: Deluxe+
    Woodle Tree 2: Deluxe+ on Xbox One is as wholesome and serviceable a platformer as they come. If you have already exhausted the many stronger alternatives available on Xbox One, then this woodsy adventure might be worth a look, and it won’t set you back too much either.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Daymare: 1998
    It is fair to say that there is a lot to love about Daymare: 1998 on Xbox One. Its gameplay is decent, the puzzles are solid and the writing is, for the most part, strong. There is a lot for people to delve into, especially in terms of the lore which makes replaying it a second time interesting. Unfortunately, the overall experience is brought down by glitches, odd design choices and overall jankiness.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Dune: Spice Wars
    Dune: Spice Wars is a satisfying 4X game, but it is not without its issues. The controls are the only real stumbling block, but the biggest problem I have is in the sheer complexity of the systems
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Kitten Hero
    Kitten Hero isn’t particularly impressive, but gets it right for the most part. The fact that cats are front and centre, may just make it stand out a little more in a crowded market.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town
    Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town is a solid and enjoyable remake of a Harvest Moon classic. Yet while you get to enjoy a classic experience intact, it also feels incredibly dated given the other options available on Xbox today.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    The Sims 4: Get Famous
    The Sims 4 Get Famous DLC on Xbox One appears to have seemingly added more of the same as with previous expansions, such as a new location, new customisation options and new careers, and not much else, however the inclusion of this Fame system offers a new target to aim for.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Sektori
    Give Sektori a chance and it may well grab you. But no matter whether it does or not, there is no doubt this is good for a short blast. Of course, some may crave more than noise and spectacle in their games, but while Sektori provides both, the deeper gameplay loop is just not there.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    39 Days to Mars
    The looks and soundtrack are really interesting and the mind testing puzzles are a delight to attempt. The humour of the English Inventor tackling space travel, but still needing the perfect cup of tea in the process, amused me a great deal, and whilst I do think you will have a ball with a friend in local co-op, the single player is still fun.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    Overrogue
    I feel like a game (any game) should have an element of skill to make it more than a random number generator, and honestly that is what Overrogue occasionally feels like.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    War Hospital
    There’s no doubt that War Hospital will have you considering the heroic medical teams of the time, inspired to think more about the support units in war time. But as a game, it’s hard to want to play through that experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Vampire's Fall: Origins
    Vampire's Fall: Origins on Xbox One is a rather deceptive game. Like the vampire itself, Vampire's Fall: Origins is dark and brutal, but it also outstays its welcome pretty quickly.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Crystal Ortha
    Crystal Ortha on Xbox One is one of the better KEMCO games of recent times. It’s a long way from groundbreaking, but has enough nice touches, and some decent puzzles, that make it worth playing. The story is good, most of the characters are endearing, and as such it’s an easy game to recommend to the JRPG fans out there.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Floor Kids
    Keep dancing. Keep feeling. Keep grooving, and let the universe guide you to Floor Kids. Though perhaps when it’s on sale.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Modern Tales: Age Of Invention
    Modern Tales: Age of Invention does a good job of supplying a point-and-click hidden object adventure that provides an interesting narrative, plenty of puzzles to get stuck into and a decent selection of scenes to scour for items within. The only real problem is that it doesn’t deliver anything innovative and instead lacks in fresh ideas.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Trollhunters: Defenders of Arcadia
    I’m of the opinion that you should score a game for the audience it’s made for, and Trollhunters: Defenders of Arcadia on Xbox One is a pre-teen game that delivers on what its audience wants. It’s a brisk romp through all of the best characters and locations in the game, with barely a hiccup along the way. What it sacrifices in complexity or any kind of innovation, it gains in player-friendliness and an adventure that - for the kids in this house, anyway - will make them want to hack, slash and jump all the way to the end.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    LEGO Harry Potter Collection
    Did we really need the LEGO Harry Potter Collection? No. Is it worth giving it a look and taking a trip down memory lane? Sure, why not… but the cheaper option of buying the originals is also a viable option.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Black Desert
    Black Desert could be an incredible MMO experience, but the lacklustre story, uninspiring quests, overly bland characters and the low difficulty of combat drag it down quite a bit. Should these drawbacks not deter you, then visiting its expansive and colourful world might be worth it.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Crawlers And Brawlers
    Crawlers and Brawlers on Xbox One is an interesting proposition. With randomly generated dungeons, you'll never play the same game twice, which adds greatly to the longevity. The game is fast, fun and, above all else, enjoyable, whether you are following the story, crawling for loot, or battling a horde in the Arena. I'm less sure about the Brawl mode, but feel sure that some will enjoy it, but as an overall experience it’s easy to recommend this game to both fans of Diablo and those looking for something a little bit retro to scratch that 8-bit itch.
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