Thunderbolt's Scores

  • Games
For 2,038 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 36% higher than the average critic
  • 4% same as the average critic
  • 60% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.7 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 100 Red Dead Redemption
Lowest review score: 10 Big Rigs: Over the Road Racing
Score distribution:
2038 game reviews
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Those expecting even Halo 3.5 may feel a little underwhelmed, with 3-II the most relevant numerical comparison, but for anybody who has so much as enjoyed the series in the past, this is an essential purchase.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For curious fans of the new Persona games, and people who enjoyed the mangled port for what it was, this PSP edition is a must-play.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Wet
    For now though this is a nice, but flawed, distraction whose general approach and gunplay should at least make B-movie fans proud. We just need a bit more substance to go along with all of that style.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Wet
    Style over substance rings true once again.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Surprisingly, it has a lot of life to it. For a game built largely around the “blow sh.t up” gimmick, you’d expect it to lose steam after a few hours, but Guerrilla stays entertaining through most of the game, only tapering slightly toward the conclusion.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Some of the latter missions are quite fun and Ace Kill skill adds some interesting variety but it seems unlikely the average player will get that far as they’re inundated with a never ending sea of German fighters, useless comrades and clichéd World War II stories of heroics.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Regardless of its flaws, Scribblenauts is a fine title. It may be over-hyped, but it’s still worth playing.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    And while it might not have the longevity of some of their other titles, it's certainly a step above PopCap's recently released Bookworm Adventures 2.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    The adventure is lengthy, the characters are entertaining, and this is truly a game that you’ll want to keep in your pocket for any free minute you find yourself with. DS owners should not miss out on what could certainly be the best handheld RPG of 2009.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It might seem obvious but if you’re not a fan of The Beatles then The Beatles: Rock Band probably isn’t for you. I’m certain it can garner in some new fans, but if you’re buying it because you’re a Rock Band fan then you’ll be left disappointed.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If there was ever a game that deserved to be played, Muramasa is it.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mini Ninjas is an extremely charming action/adventure game that should appeal to gamers of all ages and styles. The simple infectious antics of these ninja will appeal to the younger player, while the wide variety of ways to approach combat and stealth should entertain the more seasoned player.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey is a step in the right direction for flight-sims on consoles. It’s accessible for both newcomers and hardened veterans alike, and its variety of locales and mission types should hold your attention for a good few hours at least.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The best superhero game to date. It captures everything that makes Batman who he is with some fluent yet brutal combat and clever stealth action.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Any Final Fantasy fan will feel right at home here, and those who are somehow unfamiliar with the series will find an amazing title on their hands when they emerge from cryogenic freezing.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Professor Layton is back, and he’s never looked better.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    There's enough good in this episode to make The Siege of Spinner Cay a little bit more than just a mandatory stepping stone to the next chapter. But one can only hope, however, that this isn't the beginning of a mid-season slump.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It’s obvious based on the menus within the game that Smash Cars will be further fleshed out with new DLC areas to race in, but at this point it feels paper thin.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Let’s be clear – Fossil Fighters isn’t for the self-proclaimed “hardcore gamer.” No, it’s for kids – no doubt about it. That being said, it’s a quality title that, though somewhat shallow and straightforward, is a great fit for budding gamers.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    It may have been fun back in the 1990s but now there’s just not enough depth to gain any sort of prolonged enjoyment out of it. Short bursts in multiplayer can be mildly enjoyable, but for 800 points it’s simply not worth it. It’s crazy to think they were originally going to charge 1200 for what is a bare-bone remake.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    SingStar: Queen is clearly just a track pack, offering nothing new to the series. If you’re a fan of the group and don’t already own any of the songs for the game then it may be a worthy purchase. For anybody just wanting their most well known songs, then it’s probably best to save your money and buy the songs from the SingStore.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It’s still worth playing, just don’t expect a product with the same quality as either Broken Steel or Point Lookout.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    s much as I really do want to love this title, even with arena mode, I just can’t help but feel completely bored by it.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The menus are needlessly tedious to use.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It has a perfect price point at just £4.79/$5.99, and represents a worthy successor to Super Stardust HD as possibly the most addictive game on PSN.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Wipeout HD alone is a superb game, but when paired with its Fury expansion it becomes a near perfect package. For a cheap bargain this is ridiculously essential which represents possibly the greatest value to be found on the PS3.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It has a certain charm you can’t help but love and the precision based, high octane gameplay is one you’re going to keep coming back to.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    But even when you huff and puff and bemoan its wrongdoings, Little King’s Story bounces along with an insatiable charm and letting it get the best of you then seems pointless, because it has such confidence in what it does right.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Perhaps Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a Dark Lord isn’t so much uninspired, though, as it is misleading.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Secret of Monkey Island is still one of the greatest games of all time and this new Special Edition presents it to a new audience with its fantastic production values and hilarious dialogue.

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