Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,584 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 Bayonetta 2
Lowest review score: 10 Make it indie!
Score distribution:
6588 game reviews
    • 68 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    While the gameplay works, some design and even technical flaws make this comeback less enjoyable than we hoped.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Mafia returns with an incredible remake, and while the visuals are fantastic, some gameplay aspects haven’t aged very well. Still, an enjoyable game with a story very well told.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a great opportunity to enjoy a fantastic management game everywhere. It has aged really well, and even if the control scheme might be weird on Switch, you quickly get used to it.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a roguelite with a fun and original concept, although it quickly runs out of content.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Although technically it manages to impress with new features, Crysis hasn’t aged very well. On top of that, many technical issues get in the way, so we recommend waiting for a patch that addresses them.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Battlegrounds is a fun little game for WWE fans. It lacks the depth of other brawlers, although if you like the competition it is based on we think you’ll enjoy it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    art of rally offers an interesting take on challenge, and we really enjoy its proposal, but it ends up feeling repetitive fue to the similarity between stages.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Tennis World Tour 2 is a small step forward for the series, even if it also introduces some questionable decisions. Enjoyable, but still far from the best tennis games.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Star Renegades combines RPG and strategy with roguelite, successfully bringing all these elements together and wrapping them up in a beautiful world.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Hades is an absolute must-have if you like the genre, but even if you’re not a big fan of roguelikes, Superiant Games’ latest work deserves an opportunity.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is basically a small update while the series gets ready for the next generation. We can’t really recommend it you already have PES 2020, but if you don’t, it might be worth your money.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Welcome to Elk feels like a play turned into a video game. A shocking, but also heartwarming adventure, we recommend to everyone who’s interested in a story-based experience.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Spelunky 2 improves on everything its predecessor did to become one of the best roguelites and a new landmark in the genre.
    • 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.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    A beautiful, unique adventure that delivers not only one of the best stories we’ve ever seen in a game, but also an incredible storytelling.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Road to Guangdong is based on an interesting concept, fixing an old family car, but everything else doesn’t really come together. Technical issues and the topics it deals with end up creating a disappointing experience.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is an interactive Star Wars movie that hasn’t really been able to transition successfully to PSVR. Gameplay-wise feels flawed, although it manages to tell us a good story with some memorable moments.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Paratopic is something different, a game with a tiny budget and the sole purpose of challenge your expectations. It’s very weird, but we love having these experiences that help us break our gaming routine.
    • 40 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Tamarin is boring, repetitive and full of issues. Unfortunately, this team of ex-Rare members have been unable to replicate the glories of their past.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Spinch is a fun game, that makes you interested with its aesthetics and keeps you with its gameplay. It can be frustrating at times, so make sure you’re up for a challenge in the final stages.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Marvel’s Avengers knows how to recreate the essence of the heroes it portrays, but it is a bit rough around the edges, and needs time to polish the experience and provide what you would expect from a game like this. This is just the first step, so we hope it all improves as it evolves.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you miss Super Meat Boy and you’re happy to try one of their pupils, OkunoKA Madness is a very interesting choice for fans of challenging 2D platformers.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It’s great to see new takes on the Souls formula, but they need to have something special if they want to find their place in a market that’s becoming more and more saturated. Hellpoint has a solid foundation and good ideas, but that’s about it.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    NBA 2K21 offers the best virtual basketball experience out there, even if it still needs some tweaks to polish the gameplay and microtransactions are, once again, everywhere.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Kingdoms of Amalur returns with a barebones remaster that gives a second chance to those who missed it when it was released, even if it fails to provide a reason to rediscover it.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is a fun and weird (in a good way) mix of platforming and puzzle, and the result is surprisingly good. A great choice if you want something different.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a solid alternative to Pokémon, particularly for users who don’t have access to a Nintendo console. It has some shortcomings that you can expect from a smaller production, although it is a very enjoyable game overall.
    • 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.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    WRC 9 is another step in the right direction. This game offers tons of options to make the game accessible for everyone, as well as loads of official WRC content to keep us playing for hours.
    • 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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Iron Harvest 1920+ has its campaign and its art style carry most of the weight of the experience, and it needs some adjustments in its formula to truly shine.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ary and the Secret of the Seasons is a good game, although there are some aspects, like the combat, that still need a lot of work. Still, we’ve enjoyed this humble production.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Madden takes a step towards a more arcade-y approach, becoming the most accessible NFL game in many years. EA is trying to find the right identity for the series, and so far we have a very solid title, that still needs some work to be the game this sport deserves.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Risk of Rain 2 does a great job at creating an engaging world full of frantic moments, although sometimes its procedural features get in the way.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Wasteland 3 is a very special RPG experience, where each decision really matters, with a fantastic soundtrack and great cooperative mode. The combat is a little flawed, but its a minor issue compared to all its strengths.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Crystal Chronicles wasn’t the best spin-off of the series, and this remaster (as well as the issues and missing features it brings with it) won’t change that. It can be fun with friends, but there are better RPGs out there.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Pistol Whip is one of the best experiences we’ve ever had in VR. A fusion between Time Crisis and a rhythm game, cleverly designed, fun and challenging. A must have for PSVR owners.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Golf fans don’t have much to choose from, but luckily PGA Tour 2K21 is a solid option. It plays great and it has many ways to enjoy its content, and it also makes a much better use of the PGA license than its predecessor.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you like Captain Tsubasa, you’re going to have a great time. No there game has ever recreated the series like this, and even with its flaws, it’s a treat for the fans.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Windbound is a beautiful game that offers a great sense of discovery, although it ultimately fails to offer a meaningful experience. Poor combat and a repetitive formula make it hard to recommend if you’re not a big fan of the genre.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    It’s nice to have an arcade alternative to the street approach of this sport, but its good intentions never materialize. Unfortunately, there are too many issues that get between the player and the gameplay.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dontnod successfully brings back its narrative, dealing masterfully with complex topics and absorbing the player in its world.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    No Straight Roads has fantastic ideas, but it fails to make good use of them. Even if the foundation is interesting, the execution ends up delivering tedious interaction and imprecise controls.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The third entry in this series leaves its roots behind to offer a more accessible game. We’ve had a good time with it, but Project Cars fans might be disappointed with this new approach.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Souls-like fans have an interesting indie approach to the formula. It has some obvious shortcomings, but it also adds some original features that work well.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Battletoads is back with a fun but flawed game that makes the most of its coop and its sense of humor.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Troy is a step in the right direction, polishing and improving many aspects of the series. We’ll have to wait to the next main entry in the franchise, but until then it is a game worth your time.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    This is a sight to behold, a technical achievement that everyone should try. There are some rough edges that, we hope, will be polished, but overall it’s an incredible experience and a glimpse into the future.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Spiritfarer is a beautiful and unique adventure about death. It might not be revolutionary gameplay-wise, but the way it combines the game mechanics with the storytelling is outstanding.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    This Definitive Edition brings the PC experience to consoles, and it’s a good option for those who miss Baldur’s Gate, and are happy to discover an indie approach to it.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Fight Crab is definitely unique. It can be quite repetitive after the novelty wears out, but it’s definitely a fun experience, at least, while it lasts.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    UFC 4 is an incredible MMA game, but it needs more content. It’s a step forward gameplay-wise, but we feel like it also needs to evolve outside the ring.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Hellbound is a classic shooter that works as a nice tribute that era, but falls short in many aspects. If you are looking for retro experience and you have already played the best ones, this can be a good option.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fall Guys is fun, really fun, and that is one of the most important things. Thanks to its fantastic design and its evolving concept, it is clear that it’s here to stay.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is a fantastic game, and this is a very good version, although a little bit flawed. Guerrilla is committed to iron out these issues to allow PC players to enjoy this adventure in the best possible way.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Skully is a good 3D platformer with some good ideas. It doesn’t do anything revolutionary or outstanding, but if you’re a fan of the genre, you’ll have a good time with it.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Relicta is a game for those who love first-person puzzle games with boxes, switches and doors, that introduces its unique twist thanks to magnetism.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Maid of Sker isn’t very original – just another first-person stealth-based horror game, but it knows how to create a terrifying atmosphere, how to tell an interesting story and how to offer a classic, Resident Evil-like stage design. If you’re not looking for a revolution, but just a good horror indie game, this is a good choice.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Skater XL has a great foundation to build upon, but right now that’s all that it is. While we expect further updates to bring more content to the game, we can only recommend it to those who need a new skateboarding now and cannot wait.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Röki is a heartwarming adventure, that relies on its beautiful art design to offer a traditional point & click experience.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Fairy Tail has some obvious budget-related shortcomings, but it’s also a very solid take on the franchise that doesn’t take the easy way out and becomes a musou. It’s definitely a game for fans of the franchise, so if you’re not familiar with it, you’ll find better alternatives.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    If you miss that retro feeling, Panzer Paladin is a game you must play. The controls are tight, the level design is solid and it is a lot of fun. It might look too much NES-ish, but some will find that charming.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a Beneath a Steel Sky, you’ll find a good one here. Although it has some obvious shortcomings, we appreciate the ambition to bring back the series, its puzzle design and its storytelling. Graphic adventure fans won’t be disappointed.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ageless doesn’t try to innovate much, but if you’re ok with that, you’ll find a fun, old-school platformer with tight controls and good level design.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Although it is definitely a technical feat, Crysis hasn’t aged very well. If you love the first episode of the series and want to enjoy it anywhere, the Switch version is indeed impressive, but the original flaws are much more noticeable now.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Carrion is something different, and being able to play something that doesn’t feel like most games is genuinely exciting. If you’ve ever dreamt of being a human-eating monster, this is a great chance.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Mind Control Delete is a somehow experimental expansion that brings exactly what we wanted: more Superhot and new ideas.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Destroy All Humans! brings back the game from the 128-bit era with new graphics, new features and even restored content that was left on the cutting room floor. It wasn’t perfect back in the day and it isn’t now, but it’s fun if you want to have some classic, straightforward action.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Creaks is a great game if you like puzzles. It’s beautiful and challenging, although it ends up feeling a little bit repetitive, with some puzzle designs that feel too similar to each other.
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    • 82 Critic Score
    Songs for a Hero is a solid platformer, that not only successfully serves as a homage to the classic, but also brings some new ideas to the table.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Necrobarista tells a very interesting story in an outstanding way, relying on an attractive art style. First-person exploration and secondary tales, however, prevent it from shining even more.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The main addition of Make & Break is the editor, but the franchise still is as enjoyable as ever.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Just being able to play this once cancelled, long forgotten game, it’s fantastic. This 16-bit action game created by DICE has aged, but it still brings back all the fun from a time when games were different.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Crisis VRigade 2 is a fantastic arcade experience that reminds us of games like Time Crisis, but now in VR. We think it would benefit for having more content, but we’ve had a great trying to beat our scores.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mechanicus is a fun approach to Games Workshop’s universe. It’s addictive, well-designed and incredibly solid gameplay-wise. Even with its small flaws, it is a great choice for Warhammer fans.
    • 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.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Yes, it’s yet another rogue like, but this one does some interesting things, like the way it generates the dungeons. It’s fun and dynamic, and it’s definitely worth your time if you like this type of game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Rocket Arena might seem like a game you already know… but it isn’t. It’s actually something different within the shooter genre, and if you’re tired of playing games that just feel the same, we think you should give it a try.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Paper Mario is back with one of the best games in the franchise. It’s a big, beautiful adventure, full of humor, creativity, originality, good ideas and many surprises.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a 2D, more simplistic take on the Soulsborne series, this is an interesting choice. It’s quite short, but also intense.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Alicization Lycoris tries to evolve the series, and sometimes succeeds, but its technical issues make the battles, one of its main pillars, hard to enjoy.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Kojima’s latest work lands on PC with a fantastic adaptation that pushes even further its incredible visuals and adds some minor content, becoming the best version currently available.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ghost of Tsushima is not revolutionary, but it’s really enjoyable. Although some aspects, like the AI, are flawed, its setting and the experience are memorable, and they stay with you after you finish it.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Friends of Mineral Town is a great way to spend time having a quiet, virtual life as a farmer. It’s a slow-paced game, but it’s also ideal if you just want to sit back and relax and enjoy the country life.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is an unlikely sequel that inherits all the good things about the first one, like a great story and a charismatic protagonist, but also repeats the same mistakes, even making them worse sometimes, becoming very tedious at times.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Death Come True is an interesting game, but compared to other similar titles it falls short. We expect this to be just a small example of what Too Kyo Games can and will do, so hopefully their new projects will build upon the foundations of this.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you miss RPGs from the 16-bit era, this is a game you should definitely play. Great combat system and tons of different enemies and dungeon, as well as well-crafted visuals, make it a solid choice.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    This is the best F1 title of the generation. Great visuals, flawless gameplay and interesting game modes make it a must-have for any F1 fan.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Catherine is a fantastic and incredibly surprising game, and now its most complete version yet lands on Switch. There isn’t many new features to mention if you’ve already played Full Body on PS4, but if you haven’t, this is a great adaptation to Nintendo’s hardware.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Camouflaj has done an incredible job making you feel like Iron Man, but unfortunately there are many obstacles between you and that feeling. The core gameplay is fantastic, but we’re going to spend a long, long time just watching other characters talk or stuck in loading times, constantly breaking the immersion.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Mr Driller is as addictive as it was on GameCube. If you’re looking for a puzzle game to play with friends, you should give this a try.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Although its business model doesn’t seem to be appealing for everyone, Trackmania is a fun racing game that now everyone can try thanks to the free version. It would have been great to have a traditional version of the game, but fans of the series should know that the Trackmania experience is still strong in this one.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Railway Empire is a great game, but this version is not as good as others. Technical and UI issues make it less enjoyable than the original, so we would only recommend it on Switch if it’s your only option.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Across the Grooves is a game with some interesting concepts, although not all of them work equally well. If you want a replayable and somehow unique adventure, make sure to check this one out.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    These games have aged quite well, not even from gameplay-wise, but even visually. We feel like the price is too high, but if you’re happy with it, you’ll enjoy this nostalgic collection.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Many of us grew up playing these games, and it’s great to have them available on newer platforms. The arcade titles have aged quite well, although it feels quite pricey.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Stellaris is a fantastic game, and so is its console version. The menu and control system has been successfully adapted, and players can have a similar experience playing it with a controller.

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