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
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's little to tell about this collection, since it is simply that, a collection. It does have some great games, but there aren't any remarkable additions to the original experience.
    • 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.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The base is great, but an unfair free-to-play system means a negative impact we hope will be reconsidered in the future.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    The Last Campfire gets lost in its good intentions. There’s a sense of shallowness, and overall it feels like a very simplistic adventure that, even if enjoyable, doesn’t seem offer anything special.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Three incredible games that, gameplay-wise, have barely aged, packed in disappointing collection with virtually no new features. It’s a shame that Nintendo didn’t try harder to update these games, but that aside, these three Marios remain incredible.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Momodora is a good metroidvania. It doesn't really offer something new, but for those who can't get enough of this genre, it's a solid choice.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Torchlight is an interesting game that mixes action and RPG elements. It is addictive and entertaining, yet sometimes repetitive, but we expected more from this port, which lacks competitive and cooperative online play.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Songbird Symphony is interesting thanks to its implementation of rhythm mechanics. However, it isn’t very challenging, so more experience players might not find it appealing.
    • 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.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Exo One is a great experience with a great concept, although sometimes its own level design can feel detrimental to its own success.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A fun action adventure with RPG touches that, even with some fantastic virtues, feels held back by weak combat design.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Prim is a traditional point-and-click adventure that stands out for its packaging: a somewhat bizarre Kingdom of the Dead depicted in black and white and very pretty, carefully voiced and a very strong soundtrack; simply discovering little by little the design of that world and how they have interpreted the characters of Greek mythology is a pleasure. However, the plot, even with its funny and absurd moments, does not end up engaging because it ends up neglecting its main theme (the relationship between Prim and her father, Thanatos) and because it gets lost in endless expository dialogues. At the same time, there are some puzzles that are fun because of their approach or their humorous resolution, but there are no particularly brilliant puzzles, and some interesting mechanics are wasted and a couple of mini-games are too long, monotonous and frustrating. All in all, Common Colors' game is enjoyable, but with some changes here and there it could go from being a pretty game to a more than remarkable point-and-click adventure.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    PC players get to play the best version so far, even though the game still is just a slice of MGS V. Now it's up to you to decide whether it's worth playing right now or if you should wait until the whole experience is released.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a beautiful platforming adventure that, after a slow start, becomes interesting and enjoyable. Simple, but fun.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Mutant Mudds is a decent game, but it could have been better. We love the retro style, both artistically and gameplay wise, but it has some irritating flaws in level design. Anyway, Mutant Mudds is destined to that public who love classic games and classic challenges.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Interesting, fun and fresh, it's not the ultimate action game, but definitely a good choice.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Ghost Giant is a beautiful story in a beautiful world, although sometimes it forgets about the player, leaving them completely out of the action, something you don’t want to see in a VR game. However, if you want a lighthearted point-and-click sort of adventure for PS VR, this is a good option.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Boomerang X is a very unique shooter where you use a boomerang. Clever and well design, it is a good option if you’re looking for something different and familiar at the same time.
    • 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.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dropsy is a very interesting classic graphic adventure, as long as you like bizarre story and characters.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Ashborne Games and THQ Nordic offer a combination of adventure, survival and real-time strategy games set in the aftermath of World War I, where you must guide a group of soldiers across Siberia in a train. The game features a compelling narrative, a challenging management system, and a stealth-oriented gameplay, but suffers from a cluttered interface, a slow start, and some balance and AI issues.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Odallus is a game that wants to bring back the feeling of the first Castlevania but that's it. There's no innovation here, just the good ol' gameplay and MSX visuals. If that's what you want, it won't disappoint.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Seraph's strengths are more relevant than its weaknesses, and those who enjoy a challenge and testing their skills will find a quite interesting title here.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Foregone is a good metroidvania we can recommend to those fans who have already played all the great games in the genre and are still looking for more.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A good free-to-play game that, despite some flaws, is a lot of fun. It lacks some more game modes, a tutorial and more flexibility to set up matches, but it is a very enjoyable game for those wanting to give it a chance.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're looking for a great story, give OneShot a try. It won't give you many choices, but those you have will really matter. It's aimed at a certain audience, but this audience will love it.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Probably the weakest episode so far, even though it still keeps its essence and entertains. One way or another, we need to highlight its ending, telling us the final episode will be huge.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    BOXBOY! works, but it fails to surprise, and takes way too long to get to the interesting challenges.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The additions are not likely to be enough for those who own the original episode, especially with so many rivals on PS3. However, it is a very recommendable option on PS Vita.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Escape Academy is fun and works as a puzzle game, but it fails to become some sort of escape room simulator.
    • 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    With its 90s-inspired aesthetics, roguelike mechanics, and turn-based twist on the brick breaker formula, the game offers strategic depth, satisfying controls, and fun enemy design, but suffers from repetitive scenarios, an overreliance on luck, and some lack of balance between mechanics and randomness.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    EA Sports MMA is a good first step to build a new series, but it is nowhere near its competition.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Its relaxing environments, immersive sound design, and detailed photography tools make it an ideal escape for fans of landscape photography, although the static nature of the scenery and inconsistent graphics might limit its appeal to a niche audience.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a game which is fun for a while for a single players, which entertains in cooperative, and that excels in team multiplayer.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    An interesting game that blends intelligently two types of well known games: one of territory conquest like Risk, and one in which we have to form words. It may result very addictive for some players, but those who are not native English speakers will find too much of a barrier.
    • 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A good free App that offers roleplaying and combat, is beautiful from a technical standpoint, but results in a very limited and linear gameplay. If you like to create a character and make it grow through hours of play you will like the game, but you'll have to be patient.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although not as remarkable as the iOS versions of last year, Anomaly Warzone Earth is still fresh and well-done enough to shine between the rest of strategy games for console. It is not that much depth or varied, and might become repetitive, but despite this it is a surprising game that achieves to engage the player.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Semblance is a charming platformer with a very unique concept and very well executed. It has some flaws, but it’s a game fans of the genre should, at least, try.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It's a Facebook game turned into an iOS. It's not very original, even though is entertaining and engaging. It's partially based on the free-to-play concept, so eventually we might face some money-demanding situations.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    I Am Dead offers an interesting game proposal, but even if original, its structure feels a bit outdated.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    WRC 8 is a solid simulator, and it feels like a step forward from the previous entry. We miss more polished physics and some new modes, but any WRC fan will have a great time with it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Luto delivers a deeply emotional psychological horror experience through strong audiovisual design and a symbolic, bilingual narrative about grief, though its puzzle design is inconsistent and sometimes frustrating, occasionally breaking immersion in an otherwise hauntingly effective atmosphere.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    StudioBando delivers a charming, family-friendly adventure with clever puzzles, expressive animation, and heartfelt humor inspired by Latin American culture, though its less polished action segments, repetitive music, and minor bugs slightly hold back an otherwise magical and imaginative experience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    It's true that key gameplay elements are still there, and its gameplay options guarantee dozens of hours of play, but its unbalanced pace and its noteworthy technical flaws result in a tedious experience, and make its virtues dilute.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's an expansion we've really enjoyed and it definitely adds a fair amount of content, but we missed having more different experiences.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Axiom Verge 2 is a very different sequel that can’t really match the greatness of the original, but that we would recommend to those who enjoy non-linear platformers.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is a very challenging platformer with a quite unique idea, but quite generic in its execution. There are good ideas behind it, but its control doesn't work as it should, and the trial-and-error gameplay doesn't really help either.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This episode brings some really nice additions, but we also miss some of the removed features. Not the best game of the franchise, but still enjoyable.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    As a remake, it’s very conservative, but we found fascinating going back to System Shock, not only for its influence in gaming, but also because it’s something completely different from what we’re used to nowadays.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Murder by Numbers is a very interesting idea, that brings the Picross puzzles and the narrative adventures together. It has a slow start, but it’s once you’re in, you won’t be able to get out.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Nexus brings key elements of Assassin's Creed to a structured virtual reality adventure featuring Ezio, Kassandra, and Connor, offering visually surprising experiences on the Quest platform, yet hindered by control imprecision, particularly in parkour and combat, with a storyline serving as a pretext for revisiting historical periods in the saga, and a wealth of mechanics but lacking depth.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    The Adventure Pals is fun and charming. It doesn't do anything particularly unique, but we did have a great time playing it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although it is not as technically advanced as other downloadable games of the consoles, and the control is sometimes frustrating, it is a good opportunity for war action fans to revive one of the classics of the genre.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Toy Story is a very good game, provided you are aiming for young kids.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Running with Rifles is a nice surprise, a game that finds the right balance for its gameplay and delivers a reasonable challenge that encourages you to improve.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Blossom Tales is a quite enjoyable adventure, with a very old-school feel. You might say it's a soulless Zelda, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Swery's touch keeps the whole adventure interesting, although many issues regarding its control make it hard to enjoy sometimes. It is definitely unique, but it needs some polishing.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a peaceful experience, full of puzzles and a compelling story about inner struggles, which we have found to be perfect to sit back and relax.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A noteworthy game for action and RPG games followers, but it doesn't bring anything really new to the genre, except for humourous dialogue.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Tropico is back with a great strategy and management game, and we think this entry can be a perfect entry point for newcomers.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It could be a must buy for any Mega Man fan, if only they have adapted the originals better.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    The Forest is a very good surviving game, although now some of its mechanics feel a little bit updated. However, this PS4 version is a great way to enjoy one of our favorite survival games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It lacks the emotion of the main episodes of the game, and also it's quite short. However, it feels like a good way to taste what it's yet to come.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The ambition of the developers backfired to them, creating a game where the freedom promised isn't there, and it's just hinders the gameplay. However, the story is very interesting and if you embrace the hint system, you can still enjoy it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Lack of gameplay aside, the latest from The Chinese Room failed to make an impact on us. The game is beautiful and the story promising, but at the end of the day we didn't find anything special about it.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    EA Sports MMA is a good first step to build a new series, but it is nowhere near its competition.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although it's a relatively unnecessary remaster (you can play the original on the same console and the graphic updates are minor), it still is a good game you'll enjoy if you like the series.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Definitely a step in the right direction for the series, with really good ideas, that can become repetitive in the long run.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Not a bad game, but neither a noteworthy one. Its tactical action is well designed, but too repetitive. Although its graphics are great, there is nothing to foster replayability and it lacks variety.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Virginia wants to tell a story, and that's what it does. It's not an unforgettable one, but if you're happy with it, it's not a bad option.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Rune Factory 2 allows us to control two generation of farmers, father and son, but the first part gets tedious and that might avoid us from getting to the more interesting second part of the game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you’re a fan of the protagonists and their filmography, you’ll enjoy this game a lot. If not, it’s just an average beat ‘em up without many surprises.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Morrowind is a good expansion, very enjoyable, and its single player content is very solid, even though once we finish the story we would be missing something more.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Some problematic narrative and character design aside, Rain Code offers interesting mysteries, great world building and a beautiful setting that will absorb you until you have solved them all.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you just care about the games, this is an incredible collection with some of the best turn-based strategy games ever made. However, the adaptation is far from that quality on a technical level, so you’ll have to sacrifice a lot graphics-wise for portability.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The lack of challenge and the poor level design are a little bit disappointing, but it's a game with plenty of good ideas and full of fan service. If you can forgive some irregular bits, it's definitely a recommended game.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    With its stunning pixel art, evocative atmosphere, and touching story told without words, Primal Planet stands out for its audiovisual excellence and unique blend of prehistory and sci-fi, yet its shallow survival mechanics, repetitive combat, poor map system, and weak translation prevent it from reaching its full potential.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Daytona USA is a loyal remake to the mythic arcade game we loved so much in the mid-nineties. It is still as fun as ever, and adds new game modes and online play, but it is still just three tracks, and that might seem limited.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    We've got the feeling we've seen this game before, but still is fun, and if you like the genre it's worth a try.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As an adaptation, Final Fantasy VII on iOS has room for improvement and it isn't particularly expensive. Still, the game as such is a masterpiece, and if you're ok with the flaws of this version, there's no doubt you will enjoy the experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    AC III hasn’t aged very well, and this remasters improves some things but ruins some others. It’s a great addition if you own AC Odyssey’s season pass, but there aren't many reasons to go back to it.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is the best Magic game ever in terms of learning curve and tutorials, so it is a perfect way for newcomers to familiarize themselves with the world of Magic cards. But for seasoned Magic players, the game will not offer that much of a challenge.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Broken Sword 5 feels like a classic adventure game, and that's something we rarely see on consoles these days. If you like this genre, it deserves a try.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ar nosurge: Ode to an Unborn Star Plus is a good RPG, a game we recommend to those who prefer charisma over visuals or freedom.

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