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
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This is a great example of how a remake should be made. It brings the series to 2017 but it's extremely respectful with the original concept. The best news, though, is that the three games are still a lot of fun, and you can enjoy them again looking better than ever.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    With almost 25 hours of play, precious visuals and a demanding and strategic battle system, Final Fantasy The 4 Heroes of Light is a very complete RPG experience.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's a great hack & slash that works pretty well as a Metal Gear spin-off. The last part of the title seems rushed, and there are certain glitches that may darken the experience, but it'll bring many unforgettable moments that can be only created by Kojima and Platinum Games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's less arcade and more simulator than GRID 2, but still somewhere in between. Solid and improved, it's not a revolution, but a great choice for those looking for a racing game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Blood & Truth is a game with a purpose: make sure you feel like a action hero. It’s a game made for the player to have a great time, with incredible sequences and tons of things to play with. It’s not Astro Bot, but you’ll have a great time with it.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    EA is back in the golf competition with a solid title that fans of virtual golf will enjoy and, even though there is room for improvement, there’s also a solid foundation to build next entries upon.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Apart from the visual upgrade, it offers new content and polished gameplay. It still is a great game, and this is the best way to play it.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Black Myth: Wukong will not be a Dark Souls but it is a highly recommended experience for role-playing fans, the From Software saga and for those who are looking for a truly new generation game visually.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It’s based on a simple concept, but it constantly reinvents itself to keep the player finding new ways to rain on someone else’s parade.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Overcooked! 2 is one of those games you have to try. It’s accessible but can be very challenging, and it’s great if you play with friends. This sequel allows us to play online too, so there are no excuses this time.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Maybe it passes over without being noticed, but we hope its good ideas don't.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Behind its minimalistic style, there’s an adventure that turns and twists its core mechanics with an incredible precision to surprise us constantly.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The game offers enjoyable exploration and cooperative play across varied alien worlds with solid shooting mechanics and clever gadgets, but its repetitive structure and limited enemy variety reduce long-term excitement. Overall, it delivers a fun, lighthearted adventure with good content and accessibility despite lacking depth and challenge.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It is not a very deep revision, but it still is a great fighting game that 2D fighting fans shouldn't miss, particularly if have played this franchise before.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Mirror's Edge stands out for its impressive aesthetics and a gameplay concept full of potential and good intentions, that is executed in an irregular way.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    On Switch, Crash is as enjoyable as on any other platform. Yes, it makes some visual sacrifices, but its gameplay and content remain the same.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    If you can deal with Game Boy-like graphics, you’ll find a very interesting game that reminds us of Kirby, but it is much more than that. Challenging and surprising, we think it deserves an opportunity.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Pyre is something special and different, and that's undeniable. It has its flaws, but it's overall a great game, and Supergiant has proven once again they know how to make unique experiences.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Outer Wilds is an absorbing experience, charming and unique. It may seem simple, but there’s much more than meets the eye. One of those special titles virtual explores will love.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Even though it probably won't be remembered in 20 years, Tides of Numenera is a great game for those who love tabletop, pen-and-paper RPGs.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Sprint Vector is an amazing experience, one that shows how special VR can be. If you're looking for something original and crazy, give it a try.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Console users have no reason to get this PC version, since its improvements are just a few visual settings. Still, it's a great hack & slash for those who missed it on PS3 or Xbox 360.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Following the steps of the PS2 titles, Sly returns to bring another adventure that fans of the series will appreciate. Recommended for those who are tired of big dramas, covering systems and plans of world domination.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This collection brings back two of Mario’s finest 3D adventures with upgraded resolution, some welcome features like co-op and assist modes, and added content such as new chapters and music, yet it falls short of its potential due to its conservative remastering and lack of deeper graphical or structural updates.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Maybe it lacks some innovation and graphics appeal, as if time had made expectations too great, but it is a very good first step for the series to continue.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Capcom has gone a little bit experimental here, but what we have here, episodic or not, is a step in the right direction. We miss some puzzles, but there's some Resident Evil soul in this game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Maybe not the best metroidvania, but a strong contender. Great graphics, a lot of personality and fun, F.I.S.T. is one of those games that deserve your time if you like the genre.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Mario Tennis Fever delivers incontestable fun with frantic, tactically deep matches, driven by the chaotic novelty of its 'furor rackets'. While its story mode and tournament offerings are somewhat lacking and the Super Mario license feels underutilized in track design, the game boasts robust content, excellent audiovisuals, and flawless performance, marking a significant and enjoyable step forward for the series.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Maybe it passes over without being noticed, but we hope its good ideas don't.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Future Tone is a great game for newcomers and veterans that you can enjoy right from the beginning.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Future Tone is a great game for newcomers and veterans that you can enjoy right from the beginning.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Maybe it is not as good as the first one, specially by some unpolished aspects, but it's also true that has improved a lot in certain areas.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Cobalt is a great adventure that successfully mixes many different gameplay elements to deliver something quite unique, adding its own ideas to the 2D experience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's true it becomes repetitive, and it doesn't stand out for its story, but despite that this is one of the most frantic and fun titles we can currently find on the shelves.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This is a bigger-and-better sequel that expands on pretty much everything the original did. If you enjoyed the first title, you don’t want to miss this one.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Void Bastards is a fun roguelike that mixes up strategy and FPS mechanics, all surrounded by a unique art design and excellent story.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    If you liked the first title or the Warhammer universe, you're going to enjoy this. It pretty much evolves and improves everything from its predecessor to create a great experience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Tinykin delivers a fantastic exploration-based adventure, full of puzzles and secret, that’s also beautiful and a fun to play.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It is the best version of the game out there when it comes to content and experience, but the framerate makes it hard to enjoy sometimes. If you haven't played the game before, it's one of the best adventures you'll see in a while.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A Big Adventure is a big surprise. A fantastic platformer that gets better the more you play it, and becomes a fantastic choice to inaugurate your PS5.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Runic Games has created a game charming enough to engage us for hours.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    If you enjoyed the first game you will have fun with this second installment. It doesn't add many changes, except for some new additions that improve its gameplay, and it is also a longer game with more content. A unique mix of roleplaying and football that can become really addictive.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    If you enjoyed the first game you will have fun with this second installment. It doesn't add many changes, except for some new additions that improve its gameplay, and it is also a longer game with more content. A unique mix of roleplaying and football that can become really addictive.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk and the gang land on Switch with a fantastic adaptation of a great remaster. Two of the best sport games ever made, now playable on the go with great visuals, so you can’t go wrong with this one.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Although sometimes it feels like Splatoon 1.5, this sequel has some interesting additions, as well as the incredibly fun and deep gameplay from the original. Also, we've loved the new Salmon Run mode, and we can't wait to see what Nintendo has planned for this title.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This is a fantastic adventure full of platforming, puzzles and combat, with tons of good ideas and creativity. On top of that, we can have even more fun playing it with friends.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The wait was long, but it was worth it. This is yet another great episode, with tons of humor and unforgettable moments.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Madworld has made a lot of noise before its launch and, after playing it, we can say it deserves it, although the result could have been even better. The game brings very special aesthetics which are undoubtedly a good decision, and totally fits the gameplay experience Platinum Games wanted to offer.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This remake delivers a charming and technically improved reimagining of the original with colorful visuals, customization, and refined mechanics, though its slow progression and repetitive music make the early hours feel tedious.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Event[0] tries to make something unique, an IA-based puzzle game, and it executes it quite successfully. It's short and it's definitely not perfect, but we think the experience is worth it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The most loved adventure franchise of the nineties is back, and this first chapter assures that Monkey Island still have much to offer to gamers.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 7 and Village deliver a surprisingly solid experience on Switch 2, showcasing the RE Engine's impressive adaptation to the hybrid console. Resident Evil 7 runs almost flawlessly, presenting a largely uncompromised version; however, Village frequently struggles with unstable framerates in open areas and displays visual compromises, yet its confined sections perform fantastically well.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 7 and Village deliver a surprisingly solid experience on Switch 2, showcasing the RE Engine's impressive adaptation to the hybrid console. Resident Evil 7 runs almost flawlessly, presenting a largely uncompromised version; however, Village frequently struggles with unstable framerates in open areas and displays visual compromises, yet its confined sections perform fantastically well.
    • 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.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Enter the Gungeon is addictive, fun and deeper than it looks. It's far from being revolutionary, but it has its own personality and a few details that make it unique. If you enjoy shooting and dungeon crawling, you don't want to miss it.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Dance Central is probably the best dancing game ever made, as it captures all of our movements, allowing us to dance with our legs and feet. But it not only has a technology that works, but also a great presentation and lots of content.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Very fun, addictive and recommended, with the same great gameplay we are used to, but we also find it too conservative, as we hoped for some new features for the series.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Many players thought, when the game was announced, that it was going to be just another Mario Kart clone as there has always been. However, the developer has given the game a unique touch, creating a very enjoyable experience and not just for Sega fans.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Polybius is a mind-blowing experience in VR, a shoot 'em up with all the craziness and solid gameplay you can expect from Jeff Minter. It is a quite niche game, yes, and playing on a regular TV isn't so overwhelming (in a good way), but Polybius is very enjoyable in any way.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The HD remaster of this classic platformer brings improved visuals and fluidity to Nintendo Switch while retaining its challenging gameplay and well-designed levels. However, it lacks significant additions compared to other remasters, making it more appealing to newcomers than returning players.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Two Worlds II is a very complete RPG which substantially improves the original game, engaging us in a fantasy world. Its huge and atractive environments, simple and direct gameplay, and the variety of things available to be done in the Antaloor universe are some of the great virtues of and adventures oriented both to genre veterans and newcomers.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    As a first person survival horror, it's a great game, even though we feel certain aspects could have been improved. One of the best WiiU launch titles, and one of the very few titles that made us feel nervous in the last few years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It may feel a little bit short if we don’t make the most of it, but it is a very, very good metroidvania with a great setting.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Two Worlds II is a very complete RPG which substantially improves the original game, engaging us in a fantasy world. Its huge and atractive environments, simple and direct gameplay, and the variety of things available to be done in the Antaloor universe are some of the great virtues of and adventures oriented both to genre veterans and newcomers.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's true it becomes repetitive, and it doesn't stand out for its story, but despite that this is one of the most frantic and fun titles we can currently find on the shelves.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Jusant is a fantastic adventure, with a satisfying and challenging control system, great ideas and a beautiful art direction.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This is a great narrative adventure inspired by the 90s, with funny, well-written dialogues and a very unique art style.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Cronos: The New Dawn delivers a tense and engaging mix of exploration, puzzles, and survival-horror combat with solid resource management and a well-paced rhythm, though it suffers from an opaque narrative, uneven cutscenes, and a lack of truly memorable moments.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Two Worlds II is a very complete RPG which substantially improves the original game, engaging us in a fantasy world. Its huge and atractive environments, simple and direct gameplay, and the variety of things available to be done in the Antaloor universe are some of the great virtues of and adventures oriented both to genre veterans and newcomers.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Ready or Not is a realistic and tactical first-person shooter that challenges us to face dangerous situations as a SWAT team, with a good variety of levels, weapons, and gadgets, but also with some flaws in the enemy AI, the single-player Commander mode, and the technical performance.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Although there aren’t many changes here, this year’s entry still is a great F1 game, and the additions, while small, are very welcome.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Maybe it's not the ending we expected, but that doesn't mean that Dontnod's first episodic series isn't great. As its own title says, this ending will get its audience polarized.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Darksiders is back with a great remaster, good for both those who want to rediscover this title and those who want to live this adventure again.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It is a great puzzle and platform game, but overall, it's a great story that lies behind a bunch of rectangles that happen to be some AI.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The LEGO experience is getting way too similar across the many episodes of the franchise, even though this time the universe it borrows from is reason enough to enjoy it. Fans of The Hobbit should not miss this game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Doom Eternal is also an excellent game on Switch, and even if this version isn’t the best, it is a good option for those who just want to play it anywhere.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Turtle Rock delivers a solid multiplayer concept, which is original, accessible and deep. Playing with friends is indeed a great experience, but we think the amount of content might not be enough.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    NBA 2K23 is a solid step forward pretty much in every aspect, apart from the visuals and MyCareer, that are not as surprising or attractive as they were before.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A daring proposal that, if succesful, is a step forward for a genre prone to stagnation, as it mixes altogether campaign, multiplayer, cooperative and competitive. With good ideas well executed, it may be liked more or less depending on the player, but deserves an opportunity.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Challenging and smart, Fights in Tight Spaces is a roguelike that completely re-imagines turn-based battles in the best possible way.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A daring proposal that, if succesful, is a step forward for a genre prone to stagnation, as it mixes altogether campaign, multiplayer, cooperative and competitive. With good ideas well executed, it may be liked more or less depending on the player, but deserves an opportunity.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This episode has pretty much everything you could ask for. Telltale is still pulling out great stories and some memorable moments, and all signs point to a great season finale.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This is a great ARPG, with the best combat in the series and very good ideas. It is, however, a bit repetitive and visually outdated, although that doesn’t affect the solid core of this entry.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A daring proposal that, if succesful, is a step forward for a genre prone to stagnation, as it mixes altogether campaign, multiplayer, cooperative and competitive. With good ideas well executed, it may be liked more or less depending on the player, but deserves an opportunity.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Despite some minor flaws, like the exclusion of an online mode, or the absence of a story mode, Broken Destiny is one of the best fighting game in the portable console.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Despite outdated mission design and some technical seams, Dying Light: The Beast delivers fast and satisfying parkour, brutal combat with a beast form twist, engaging co-op, and excellent PC optimization, making it an irresistibly fun and addictive experience.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's true it becomes repetitive, and it doesn't stand out for its story, but despite that this is one of the most frantic and fun titles we can currently find on the shelves.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Fuser is more than a great DJ game, it’s also a tool to create your own remixes and share them online, as well as compete against other DJs.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Evil Empire delivers a fluid, stylish roguelite with excellent platforming, engaging combat, and strong audiovisual design that keeps each run fresh and rewarding, though it still lacks a bit of variety in enemies, environments, and builds to reach the very top of the genre.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    One of the best things of Final Fantasy series is its music, and this game remind us of that. This is a gift for series followers, and if you like music games and Final Fantasy this is a must-have game. 77 songs and a great amount of extras and unlockables will make you play for many hours.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    If you like rallies, you will love this game. Its modes are not very elaborate, but the driving experience is fantastic.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Starbound is an amazing effort, a very solid game with something for everyone. Considering there's an indie team behind it, you can't really ask for more.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    If you miss Castlevania or you can’t wait to play Bloodstained, this is a great choice. A good homage at a good price.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    One of the best endless runners we've seen on the App Store. It may end up feeling repetitive like any other game of the genre, but if you like this kind of games, it's very, very recommended.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The combination of genres is very interesting, and delivers an intense and engaging experience. A great choice for those in search of a space adventure.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Chants of Sennaar shines when focusing on translating unknown languages, but its puzzles and stealth sequences are not as good and make the game worse.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This is an intense and satisfying adventure, full of challenges to guide us through its dungeons. It isn't revolutionary, but if you like the series, give it a try.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    RiME is a beautiful adventure, very solid gameplay-wise and visually stunning. It isn't very original or challenging, but it has personality, and if you like this type of game we're sure you're going to love it.

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