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
    • 72 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Frontiers of Pandora is a beautiful game with a fantastic open world, great ideas and solid gameplay that raises the bar for future Ubisoft sandbox titles. If you like the franchise and Ubisoft’s approach to the open world, we can recommend this adventure to you without reservations.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    The Division 2 is a huge game, full of content and things to do. The best part of it is that, thanks to its excellent gameplay, you’ll enjoy every single mission. The missions themselves could have better design, and things like the matchmaking are far from perfect, but overall it’s a great ‘shooter looter’.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    This is a JRPG that you shouldn’t miss if you enjoyed the 16-bit era of the genre, although it also manages to balance the nostalgia with a modern design to make both old-schoolers and new comers fall in love with it.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    If the next main game of the blue hedgehog manages to maintain the level of quality, spectacularity and complexity of the levels of Shadow Generations while polishing the formula of open areas of free exploration that we saw in Frontiers and with which they have continued to experiment and test ideas here, we are convinced that the great future that Sonic told us about in 2011 is closer than ever to becoming a reality.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Cult of the Lamb offers a great combination of management and roguelite action in a beautiful, charming package that will keep us busy for many hours.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Warzone is one of the best Battle Royale out there, with great visuals and fantastic and original ideas… and also some hacking issues. The foundation is incredibly solid, and now it’s only up to Activision keeps updating it and making it cheater-free.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    It is a great surprise, and even though we've felt the team behind could have pushed harder to make it a better experience, it's a game fans of the genre will definitely enjoy.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Telltale makes an outstanding season final to wrap up one of its best series until now. Fans of Borderlands and/or Telltale shouldn't miss Tales from the Borderlands.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Rise is a fantastic expansion that adds not only a great selection of new monsters, but tonnes of content and new gameplay features.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    If you like arena-based multiplayer games, this one deserves a try. Fast, fun and challenging, it’s one of those games that can keep you playing for a long time.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Namco Bandai has showed that air combat games can be as thrilling and spectacular as first-person shooters. Every wargame fan should give the game a try, even those who have never tried a flight simulator game, for its great new gameplay features.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Namco Bandai has showed that air combat games can be as thrilling and spectacular as first-person shooters. Every wargame fan should give the game a try, even those who have never tried a flight simulator game, for its great new gameplay features.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Trials Rising might be a little bit overwhelming at the beginning, but once the smoke clears away, we find one of the purest Trials we’ve played in the last few years.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Company of Heroes 3 is a game full of options and contents for strategy lovers, great campaigns and, unfortunately, a lackluster AI.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition on Switch 2 offers a shockingly strong and enjoyable port of CD Projekt’s massive RPG, delivering impressive image quality, solid performance in Quality mode, and the full game plus Phantom Liberty with minimal compromises, though technical issues persist in high-demand areas like Dogtown and the city feels less alive due to reduced crowds and vehicles.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Valkyria Chorinicles 2 is one of those PSP games every player should try, regardless his reluctance to the genre.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Visage feels like the culmination of ten years of indie survival horror. A fantastic (and terrifying) game that doesn’t really do anything new, but does everything really well.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    One of the best platformers in the last few years comes back in a great shape. If you haven't played it yet, this is another great opportunity.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Through focusing in making a fighting game, THQ has achieved a high quality title only lacking in its sometimes excessive complexity.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk is back with a fantastic remake of the two original games. Vicarious Visions has done a fantastic job bringing back the classics, although this is the third time they get remake/remastered and maybe it’s time to give other entries a chance. We miss more options for online multiplayer, but other than that, it’s a must-have for those who ever enjoyed the series.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Yes, it is the same game we played last year, but better and bigger. Fans of tactical RPGs shouldn't miss this opportunity.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    We've enjoyed learning about Chloe and Rachel, and we think this is a great ending for the series. This particular episode prioritizes narrative over gameplay, but we think it works, and we can only say that Deck Nine has done a great job creating this prequel.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A very original and deep game, It's difficult, long and addictive, but the concept it's based on may not be enjoyable for everyone. Make sure you understand what it is about, and if you like this "survival" experience, then it won't disappoint.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Frostpunk is addictive, accessible but hard to master, and deeper than you expect, not only when it comes you gameplay, but what it actually manages to make you feel.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This is a great sequel that improves and expands every aspect of the original. A true gift for classic Castlevania fans that miss the old-school 2D games.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Nioh 2 is bigger and better, and even if we miss more new features, it is an incredible game. If you want to feel like a true samurai, Team Ninja’s latest game is a must-have.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Warhorse Studios refines its realistic medieval RPG with a detailed setting, an improved combat system, and a narrative that balances drama with absurd humor, offering an immersive experience. However, some technical errors, problems with the AI, and a lack of clarity in the quests can affect the experience, although they do not tarnish a title with great personality and appeal for fans of the genre.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Original, visually attractive and unique, Borderlands won't leave anyone indifferent and will be a treasure for those who enjoy its innovative style.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If playing in English is not a problem then this is a great moment to relive one of the best RPGs ever made.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This remaster delivers fluid 4K gameplay, improved lighting, sound, and multiplayer options while keeping the original’s intensity intact, though some textures, AI issues, and lack of new content reveal its age.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    All the extra content and new GamePad features on Wii U make it a great choice until Zelda comes, even though visually it's slightly worse than the other versions.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    After 15 years, Strider comes back in excellent shape with a title that fans of the original, or just 2D action/platformer fans will love.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Prey is great game, with good ideas that are well-executed, and although it reminds us of other games, it has its own identity. If you like sci-fi games and value the freedom to play the way you want, don't miss it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It is the same Wipeout formula we have enjoyed before both on the PS3 and the PSP, but with outstanding graphics and a much better control thanks to the use of the dual analog sticks. The motion sensor use is an extra mode that is not that good, but the use of the touch screen is perfect. It might not be the best Wipeout in the series, but is one of the best titles in the launch of PSVita.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Layers of Fears is a great horror game. It doesn't really invent anything, but it uses known techniques in clever ways. Together with its great atmosphere and some interesting gameplay features you don't really get to see during the first playthrough, it's a very recommendable option.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    There's no revolution, and barely an evolution, but it's a safe bet for anybody looking for a football game on next-gen consoles.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Through focusing in making a fighting game, THQ has achieved a high quality title only lacking in its sometimes excessive complexity.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A polished evolution of what we saw last year, as if PES 2011 was midway to the goal PES 2012 has achieved. It changes some of the controls, and greatly enhances AI, although it still has its flaws, especially with the goalkeepers. But, above all, PES 2012 is a really engaging and fun football game, with much more variety and charm than previous entries.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A polished evolution of what we saw last year, as if PES 2011 was midway to the goal PES 2012 has achieved. It changes some of the controls, and greatly enhances AI, although it still has its flaws, especially with the goalkeepers. But, above all, PES 2012 is a really engaging and fun football game, with much more variety and charm than previous entries.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A conservative return to Rapture, but full of quality.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Supraland is a fantastic adventure full of puzzles and explorations, a fantastic surprise that becomes one of our favorite indies from 2019.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This is a great musou that manages to integrate Fire Emblem’s strategic nature into Omega Force’s well-known formula.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Original, visually attractive and unique, Borderlands won't leave anyone indifferent and will be a treasure for those who enjoy its innovative style.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    You will find, here, more of that unexplainable experience Hotline Miami is. We miss meaningful innovations, but it's a great game you have to try, and, if you liked the first one, you cannot miss it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This is the best entries in the series so far. It not only delivers an excellent simulation, but also a great amount of modes and content, including F2 and classic cars.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    We've really enjoyed AC Syndicate. It's an engaging adventure that we feel is between the best and the not-so-good episodes of the franchise. If you like this kind of game, AC Syndicate might just be a nice surprise.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    One of Nintendo's more beloved franchises returns with a great remake that every fan of the series will love.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Just another step forward of the series, without relevant additions, but still recommended for any Professor Layton fan or for those who want to try it for the very first time. However, we really hope Level 5 will manage to surprise us with the next episode before the whole series get stuck.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It Takes Two is an incredible cooperative adventure that surprises us over and over again. Beautiful, charming, and wrapped in deceivingly childish story, it’s a game you need to play.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Shadows of War is a step forward in pretty much every aspect of the game, and it still is an adventure that knows how to keep you entertained. Yes, later in the game grinding will draw your attention towards lootboxes, but you don't really need to use real money to finish the game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Metroid Prime 4: Beyond truly shines when it embraces its classic Metroid Prime foundations, featuring brilliant level design, inventive bosses, and a potent sense of isolation. Yet, the ambitious, often empty open-world desert, combined with tedious mechanics and frequent NPC companions, detracts from the essential solitary exploration, occasionally feeling too much like a conventional shooter.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This is a great sequel, bigger and better than the original. It delivers more DQ Heroes enhanced with very interesting additions, keeping the essence of the franchise while embracing the musou genre.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A great evolution of the franchise. It no longer feels like the experiment that was the first one, but like a great experience full of personality, with an outstanding gameplay and full of content.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A great RPG that not only has a very interesting story and a solid combat system, but also makes the most of time travelling.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you like RPGs, you need to play this one. It changes only what’s necessary to improve the graphics, and keeps everything that made this title a fan favourite.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It pretty much improves everything we didn't like about the first episode. If you like the concept or if you enjoyed the first Danganronpa, this definitely deserves your time and money.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It isn't the perfect game yet, but the changes in gameplay are right, and the extra mode MyPlayer works very well.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Need for Speed comes back with another outstanding game, full of content and full of fun. However, there's that "something" missing, something only Criterion can give.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A conservative return to Rapture, but full of quality.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Detention is a great horror game, with a mature story and some interesting gameplay mechanics. It's a shame the experience loses some of its impact during the final part, but it is indeed a game we recommend to those looking for a survival horror.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It is difficult to keep the quality of a series, but Gameloft manages to do it with this sequel, which has interesting additions like an improved control system, enhanced graphics and a more complete multiplayer.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Hands down, Deadly Creatures if one of the most original and entertaining offerings of the console portfolio and, not only that, is one of the most ambitious project regarding immersion, both in gameplay as in the atmosphere achieved.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    DiRT 3 is again a great offroad racing game, midway between arcade and simulation and fully customizable by the player. It improves its graphics and controls, and also adds more assitance to less experimented users. The addition of Gymkhanas is good, although it may not convince those users who just want to race in tracks. Overall, a great sequel that is still the best in what it does.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This is again the best football game in this console. New gameplay features make this version worthier than ever, apart from the usual player and roster updates.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    DiRT 3 is again a great offroad racing game, midway between arcade and simulation and fully customizable by the player. It improves its graphics and controls, and also adds more assitance to less experimented users. The addition of Gymkhanas is good, although it may not convince those users who just want to race in tracks. Overall, a great sequel that is still the best in what it does.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Even with its flaws in gameplay and its short durability, we have to reckon it as a different game, amazing in some aspects, very interesting in others, with a hypnotic design and, most of the time, a fascinating experience every gamer should try.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If you like survival horror, you cannot miss The Evil Within 2. It finds the balance between the old and the new, the Western and the Japanese horror, and offers a great adventure with an excellent pacing and outstanding art direction.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Charming characters, a more than excellent music, hilarious situations and lots of humour is what we'll find in this series of Monkey Island stories.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It is basically an action game from a third person perspective, but it adds survival and strategy to make it a deeper experience. The customization options and the possibilities to recruit survivors make it even more recommendable.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Starfield arrives on PS5 as a refined, massive space odyssey. It delivers a quintessential Bethesda experience, bolstered by the transformative Free Lanes update and Terran Armada content. Although outdated engine quirks and frequent loading screens persist, its breathtaking art direction and stellar PS5 Pro performance solidify this as a definitive, hours-long interstellar adventure.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This new entry surpasses the previous game in everything, but it is too conservative, continuing the formula instead of evolving it. It is still a great fighting game, but Namco Bandai could have taken more risks to innovate in the genre.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The new additions won't show up after a few hours, and they are not groundbreaking, but it has, indeed, evolved in the right direction. Another great game that should be a priority for fans of the genre.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It isn't the perfect game yet, but the changes in gameplay are right, and the extra mode MyPlayer works very well.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This is one of the most interesting games on Xbox we've played this year, a great sequel and a game that both fans of Halo and/or strategy should try.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Design-wise, this is one of the best and most revolutionary Pokémon games, but there are way too many technical issues.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The Little Ones is one of those games that rely on the experience and making us feel something beyond the mere entertainment. A game you should try if you look for something different that will make you think about human nature.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Design-wise, this is one of the best and most revolutionary Pokémon games, but there are way too many technical issues.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It not only is a great game, but also original, addictive and comes with tons of content. If you like dungeon crawlers and you're looking for something different, Crypt of the NecroDancer is a safe bet that adds an unique musical touch to the formula.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Tetris Effect evolves with fun multiplayer modes that add a new layer of fun and challenge to an already fantastic game.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Clash Royale tweaks the formula of its predecessor and delivers an incredibly addictive and well-balance experience. Yes, there are in-app purchases, but even if you choose not to pay, you can still enjoy the latest game by Supercell.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Original, visually attractive and unique, Borderlands won't leave anyone indifferent and will be a treasure for those who enjoy its innovative style.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Bethesda has managed to bring Skyrim to VR successfully. It takes a while to get use to this type of game in VR, but once it clicks, you'll find an amazing way to rediscover a great and very special game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Mario + Rabbids is a wonderful surprise. It's fun, long, beautiful and it has a lot of content. We could only ask for better and less repetitive puzzles, but if you like what you've seen so far, don't hesitate and get it.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Controversy and technical issues aside, SimCity is deep, full of details and very accessible. No matter if you like this kind of game or not, we think it deserves a try.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    After a few years experimenting with the formula, Modern Warfare is a great Call of Duty that feels like a step forward for the series. There are some aspects that, we hope, will be polished over time, but overall we’ve really enjoyed it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This year’s entry feels like a big step forward for the franchise, even if the new additions aren’t that big. It’s definitely one of the best titles of the series that brings a deeper take on management.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Withering Rooms blends elements from classic survival horror games like Clock Tower and modern roguelikes, offering a tense experience where death resets progress but rearranges the mansion's rooms, providing a fresh challenge each time. Despite technical limitations and lack of Spanish text, its mix of combat, puzzles, and atmosphere delivers a compelling horror adventure.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The experience remains solid and addictive, but those who played the series before won't see a big evolution here. Still, the formula continues to work, so no one should be disappointed.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    It's a pleasure having such a game on PSVita. The quality is pretty much the same we've seen in the console versions, with some nice additions and the lack of the 2v2 mode.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    An essay on philosophy takes the shape of a video game. It will make you think, question and see the world with different eyes, but apart from that, it will also make you explore and discover with gameplay mechanics beyond the mere interactive experience.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A great graphic adventure which follows the classic Pendulo formula. Point-and-click interface, interesting puzzles and charming characters in a game what turns out to be a bit short.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A conservative return to Rapture, but full of quality.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Starfield is a space opera you can’t ignore, with an incredible amount of content and so much room for emergent situation, even though Bethesda still struggles to let go of some mistakes of the past.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Bigger and better than ever, Dead Rising remains true to its conception, and becomes one of the most entertaining games of the Xbox One. It is not the most shocking game in the visual field, but it's very, very fun, and that's what matters.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This title should have existed since two years ago, and for the future it has to improve its graphics and gameplay a little bit (including the safety car as an option). But from what we've seen in this first installment, the future looks bright.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This title should have existed since two years ago, and for the future it has to improve its graphics and gameplay a little bit (including the safety car as an option). But from what we've seen in this first installment, the future looks bright.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This title should have existed since two years ago, and for the future it has to improve its graphics and gameplay a little bit (including the safety car as an option). But from what we've seen in this first installment, the future looks bright.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The result is excellent as ever, sspecially by the combination of the two characters' gameplay, the great level design and the weapons.

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