Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,586 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 69% higher than the average critic
  • 7% same as the average critic
  • 24% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.7 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 77
Highest review score: 100 Journey
Lowest review score: 10 Make it indie!
Score distribution:
6589 game reviews
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The concept is hilarious and it works great, but it feels quite short and makes you wish for a few extra levels. Still, a great experience enhanced by new control schemes on PS4.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    As long as you're ok with its anime nature, you'll find a good dungeon crawler, with a very interesting strategic side and challenge.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Vally is, hands down, the best Harvest Moon ever to have appeared for the PSP. It is a shame it has so long loading times, which cast a shadow over the game dynamics.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Wild Hearts is a Monster Hunter-like adventure with its own ideas that delivers something different, even with a flawed execution.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Youngblood is blast with friends, but its mission design is, in many occasions, just bad. This sort of open world approach could’ve worked, but not like this. If you like coop shooters you’ll have a good time, but bear in mind you’ll be facing some questionable checkpoints (or the lack of thereof) and walking up and down the same scenarios over and over.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Please Fix the Road is a game that knows how to execute its concept in a minimalistic way. It doesn’t always work, but when it does it’s really satisfying.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Blinking your life away is definitely one of the most interesting concepts we’ve ever seen, although the execution is a bit flawed.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    There are better and deeper hunting games, but we’ve had a great time with God Eater 3, and it’s a very good choice if you’re planning to play it with friends.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Guest is a game for those who look for an experience above anything else. There are some rough edges, but there's a very enjoyable, solid base that makes it worth it.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The franchise leaves behind the melodramatic concept of the previous episodes, but the new gameplay system, more action-focused, works well for a mobile game.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a very interesting metroidvania adventure fans of the genre will enjoy, although it feels very limited compared to other similar titles.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    There are some things holding it back, but overall Mutationem is a great game that we have really enjoyed.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The price and the fact that it's focused on replayability might be reasonable for some, but it still feels like an unfinished product. If you can't wait, at least you'll get a taste of Hitman.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lamentum is an interesting survival horror that has some room for improvement, but manages to deliver a fun pixel-art adventure for fans of the genre.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lego Rock Band is a good musical game, which perhaps will fall short for players who enjoyed Rock Band 2 or The Beatles: Rock Band.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    SuperCar Challenge won't make history for being one of the best driving title, but it is a good option for players who want to have a good time driving through official tracks with astounding cars.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a better game than The Umbral Star, although we feel like it doesn’t make the most of its combat system within the genre.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Stray is a good platform/puzzle adventure where discovering and exploring the world is fun, although it doesn’t do anything particularly original.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Simulacra 2 is a game that successfully experiments with storytelling, and delivers an engaging narrative with a many mysteries to solve. It’s best played on a phone, but if you like exploring new ways of discovering a story, it’s worth your time.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lego Rock Band is a good musical game, which perhaps will fall short for players who enjoyed Rock Band 2 or The Beatles: Rock Band.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Whether you are a fan or new to the series, Lulua has something for you. It doesn’t have many new feature, but overall it’s a very enjoyable JRPG.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Darktide delivers solid gameplay and strong design, although technical issues can worsen the experience.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Tri-Ace manages to revitalize the series after its last misstep. It’s not the best Star Ocean, but it is the game the franchise needed.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Although the game is very similar to other Dynasty Warriors titles, Next surprises with a touch control that works quite well and a remarkable number of enemies in screen without losing graphic quality. If you like the series this is a good acquisition for the PSVITA.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This episode is different, but it works. We think it misses some part of the Telltale DNA when it comes to the decision, but it is quite enjoyable.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lego Rock Band is a good musical game, which perhaps will fall short for players who enjoyed Rock Band 2 or The Beatles: Rock Band.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Evil West is a weird but effective combination of hack & slash and Western with vampires, that goes straight to the point and is just fun.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Sinking City is a very interesting game, with some great ideas but also some shortcomings. If you’re looking for a slow-paced, investigation-based game, make sure to check this out.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Do you like EDF? Then you will like World Brothers 2, because it encapsulates the essence of the series without complications and provides a presentation that is a bit generic but also more polished than usual in other D3 Publisher games. It is an excellent family shooter and therefore we can say that Yuke’s has successfully fulfilled its mission: it is the perfect entry into this universe and the pastime for the fan who has already squeezed out Earth Defense Force 6.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    SpellForce 3 is a good strategy RPG. It isn’t very deep, but it’s addictive and a lot of fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Friends of the Great Kingdom polishes some of the issues of the original and compensates for the lack of new features with characters known and loved by several generations.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The added content is not a reason to repurchase this game if you've already played it, but if you don't, it's a great opportunity to do so.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This light management game is a good tribute to the Atelier series and its characters, although maybe two decades of RPG deserved a little bit more.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Iron Danger is based on an interesting time-traveling that sometimes works great, and sometimes doesn’t. If you like the genre, though, it’s worth a try, as it offers something hard to find in other similar games.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Golf with your Friends is exactly what its title promises. It’s a great game to pick up and play, but it lacks some options that should be mandatory, like quick games with fewer holes, or automatically kicking out idle players, who ruin the fun for the rest.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Sid Meier's Starships is a good game with some limitations that prevent it from a great experience. If you're looking for a slow-paced strategy game, this is a good choice.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Dread Nautical is quite interesting, combining survival and turn-based strategy with a horror setting. It might feel a little bit overwhelming some times, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll have a lot of fun with it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a completely fresh and revolutionary idea, which is going to be talked about in the videogame industry. Unfortunately there are some problems in motion sensing which should have been solved before the final launch.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It is a nice surprise, particularly if you can get it for free with PS Plus. It delivers some fun, based on some original mechanics, and we think that, if you're a PS Plus user, it deserves a try.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Long Reach takes the horror genre and mixes it up with some classic point-and-click-like puzzles. This works quite well, although the illogical nature of these puzzles sometimes can ruin the horror mood.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This isn’t the most original roguelike, but it compensates for that with solid combat, fun progression and an enjoyable world.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A good and entertaining shooter, although somewhat far from the best games in the genre. But the classy style of James Bond makes it special.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A good and entertaining shooter, although somewhat far from the best games in the genre. But the classy style of James Bond makes it special.
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    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Spirit of Sanada is an enjoyable musou that improves its narrative, but that doesn't evolve the formula much.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    You're going to be overwhelmed when you start playing, but once you learn the basic you'll discover one of the best f2p for consoles. It isn't easy, but take your time and explore Let It Die. Worst case scenario, you'll just delete it from your HDD.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Oceanhorn 2 is an obvious evolution from the previous entry. It lacks personality, but it also is a good adventure that won’t disappoint those who enjoyed the original game.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Zombie Army 4: Dead War is a game designed to be fun with friends, and it does deliver. There’s nothing revolutionary, but if you’ve enjoyed previous entries or if you just want to shoot nazis with friends, you’ll have a great time with Dead War.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Exit the Dungeon is a solid shooter/platformer that iterates on the original concept. It doesn’t execute it as well as that, but overall it is a lot of fun.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is overall an interesting title, although it is completely focused on those who know the card game, or at least are familiarized with, even through the TV series.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    UNBEATABLE delivers an ambitious blend of a stylish 90s anime narrative adventure and a deep arcade rhythm game. While its captivating soul and aesthetic are undeniable, the story suffers from pacing issues, a lack of polish, and technical bugs. Yet, the robust and musically varied rhythm arcade mode offers an immensely enjoyable and compelling experience.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Blackout Club is great when played with friends, otherwise it becomes repetitive way too soon. The mission design is probably its weakest point, and we wonder if it wouldn’t had been a better idea to approach a more traditional adventure to make the most of its fantastic universe and story.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    AER is quite original, mixing puzzles and a zen feeling. It's a good journey, but not an unforgettable one.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    While still as addictive and clever as ever, with new challenges and local multiplayer adding some fresh fun, this remaster falls short due to visual inconsistencies, interface issues, and a less dynamic soundtrack, making it an enjoyable but imperfect revival of a timeless classic.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a beautiful platforming adventure that, after a slow start, becomes interesting and enjoyable. Simple, but fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Even though it may feel like a simple reimagination of the original, all the new features are more than enough for those who want more Sherlock Holmes.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    If you like the Total War franchise and series like Vikings or The Last Kingdom, this is the perfect game for you. As a strategy game, it’s not the best from Creative Assembly, but it still is very good.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Unrailed! tries to create a chaotic multiplayer experience, and it succeeds… although not for very long. Maybe new updates can bring new ideas to help it grow.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    If you like the original, this sequel delivers exactly what you expect: more and better content. A good title that never gets to shine.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    They Are Billions is a very enjoyable strategy game, particularly thanks to its survival mode, since its campaign isn’t very inspired. It is, definitely, one of those titles that will give you a lot of hours of fun.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It's not the biggest RPG of the year, but it's a pretty good one. If you're looking for a good RPG adventure and you're happy with an original, Naruto-like system, have a look at this one.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A functional combination of Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing and Pokémon that becomes addictive thank to its tone and aesthetic.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Good, but still far from what EA is attempting to achieve. It will be enough for those looking for their annual war-themed FPS, but its gameplay needs to reach the high levels seen in its audio and visual aspects.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    More puzzles and a new mode for Picross fans. It's hard to evolve the formula, but it offers more content for those who enjoyed Picross e2.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Telltale is finding the right way to make Minecraft: Story Mode a game for everyone, and not just for kids. It's a little bit late, but if you've liked it so far, you're going to enjoy this fourth episode.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It’s not the most original puzzle game out there, but it’s fun, hard and perfect if you’re looking for a cooperative experience with a platforming touch.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 6 is not what you would call a Resident Evil, but it’s a good over-the-top action shooter that works pretty well on Switch. This version could’ve had a better optimization, but it’s perfectly playable.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Sacred 2 Fallen Angel in its console version is a good game. It spite of its technical flaws (though nothing dramatic) or the uncomfortable camera, it has its virtues like its durability (more than 100 hours), its active level development and the fun multiplayer matches.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Rally Arcade Classics certainly deserves a lot more attention than it's been getting in its first few weeks, and we hope this isn't indicative of the current market's lack of interest in speed arcades. It's not trying to reinvent the arcade formula but rather pay homage to it, nor will it completely fill the gap left by the demise of arcades, but it's a passion project that can compete with the current competition in the indie space unless you consider the existence of a multiplayer mode to be absolutely essential.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Supermassive is back with an enjoyable adventure that we recommend playing with friends, although we also feel the core of the experience –the story– isn’t strong enough.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    FIFA 23, as a standalone game, is great, but as a sequel doesn’t really offer any big features to justify this year’s entry.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    The Golf Club 2 is a good game, quite deep and with many options to create and play with the community. Unfortunately, it hasn't evolved as much as you would think after 3 years, but if you enjoyed the original, this sequel won't disappoint you.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Although the lack of extra content and option is alarming, Toki still is a great game, and the new visuals make it more enjoyable than ever.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    This is a safe bet: if you like the original you will find more of that here. It's a good RPG, but there aren't many surprises here.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Fans of the genre won't be disappointed, since they will find a pretty solid experience, full of action. However, there are no relevant additions for those who played the original version.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Maybe the Italian manufacturer deserves something better, but still this approach is a game that will satisfy fans of the genre.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Despite its flaws this is still a good game that Dragon Ball origins fans shouldn't let escape.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It's one of those games VR needs. It's not an unforgettable experience and it doesn't take you to wonderful worlds, but it's a good arcade to have a great time with.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Slow Bros.' game combines charming claymation and meticulous craftsmanship with a bold, yet potentially divisive gameplay approach that reflects its protagonist's mundane life and emphasizes narrative over action. Despite losing its focus and reducing interactivity over time, its captivating characters and thought-provoking themes create an unforgettable audiovisual experience for some, while others may find it tedious.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Super Crush K.O. is some soft of combo ‘em up, a very interesting concept that works quite well. It needs a wider variety of enemies and situations, but it’s one of those titles you want to consider if you want to try a unique action game.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Nightmare Boy offers a good tribute to old-school games, with lots of action and a metroidvania design. It's not a big budget game, but you'll have fun with it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Guerrilla has aged quite well overall, although some aspects are definitely a little bit outdated. It isn’t a must have, but it does have some impressive moments and there’s a lot of fun to be had.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It's certainly not the JRPG of the year on Nintendo Switch or PC, but it has charm, a strong art direction, and its gameplay loop is well suited to short games, something many RPGs will surely appreciate.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It's just more Picross, but that doesn't mean it's something bad. Quite the opposite.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    This collection serves as a competent preservation tool, offering impeccable technical customization and quality-of-life additions. While these DS titles represent a period of diminishing returns for the franchise, the polished interface and robust online features make it an essential acquisition for diehard fans despite the lack of local translation.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Penumbra: Requiem has an approximate durability of about five hours and is a fun puzzle game, with some really clever and absorbing puzzles.
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    • 73 Critic Score
    This is a fighting game with some solid ideas, very enjoyable no matter if you’re new to the genre or a veteran. It has its ups and downs, and we’re not sure about how strong its community will be, but it’s worth a try if you want something different from the main franchises.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Surprisingly fun, this Army of Two is likely to go unnoticed because of all the games launched these weeks. However, it delivers what it promises: loads of fun.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It is a pity Sega hasn't added any new feature, like extras or additional modes to encourage the player.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    This is a fun, little adventure that combines Metroidvania and Pokémon in a way we weren’t expecting. If that concept sounds good to you, give it a try.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It’s great to have Pac-Man back, even if it doesn’t bring any new to the table. Of course, it depends how many games you already own or care about.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Lost in the Dark is very much a sequel, for better of worse, and delivers exactly what you would expect from Yomawari.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Fun, with good ideas and ambition, but not as good as other similar titles. At least, it’s a breath of fresh air in the indie scene.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Necrovision is overall a good game, with some fun moments and original features, something to praise nowadays... but it does not reach to be a great game. Thus, combining the little awareness of the game in comparison with the latest larger productions, will probably make Necrovision go mostly unnoticed.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    A positive step forward in the series, which adds freedom and polish the gameplay mechanics. Recommended for those who enjoyed the series before, and still deserves a try if you like the concept.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Even though there are just a few differences between these versions and the original ones, it still feels fun a fresh, and it's a great experience for those looking for something different.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Newer entries are probably better games, but these are solid JRPGs, and this is a great opportunity for newcomers to discover the franchise.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 5 takes the RE4 core and adds a fully cooperative campaign and more action… and it works. The Switch version could have been more polished, although these technical hiccups won’t stop you from enjoying the game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    This is a poor adaptation of a good ARPG. There are many technical issues that affect both the graphics and the gameplay, so it’s up to the player if you’re willing to accept these sacrifices.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Millennia delivers a classic 4X strategy experience reminiscent of Civilization, featuring engaging gameplay and innovative ideas such as alternative Eras and city management improvements. However, it falls short due to its cumbersome interface and unbalanced difficulty, which hinder its potential for greatness. Despite its flaws, Millennia offers addictive gameplay and promises future improvements through patches or sequels.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    High on Life 2 delivers a more refined, witty humor and exhilarating skateboard mechanics, forging a uniquely entertaining experience. However, its combat remains simplistic and uninspired, with persistent performance issues, including frustrating bugs and framerate drops, unfortunately marring an otherwise imaginative artistic vision.

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