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
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you like Diablo and Warhammer, you’re going to love this. The game, as such, doesn’t do anything new and there are better alternatives, however, it is a good option for fans of the franchise it is based on.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you like Persona or Etrian Odyssey, this is a game you cannot miss. Even with its flaws, iit is a great way of saying goodbye to our 3DS.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is probably the best game in the series. A fantastic collection of jump scares, but in a way that makes more sense that ever before.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Warlock’s Tower nails the retro feeling, with an excellent design and and addictive concept that even after 100 levels makes you ask for more. And let’s not forget its tiny price.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Gato Roboto is a cute Metroid tribute. It doesn’t do anything particularly new, but it is a very enjoyable adventure overall. If you like the genre, you’ll love this cat.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Conan Unconquered has a nice foundation, and the first few hours aren’t bad, but after a while we find its shallow and repetitive nature.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Maybe it isn’t the best classic Resident Evil, but it still is very enjoyable. It works great on the Switch, so it is a good option if you feel like playing an old-school survival horror.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Dollhouse has some interesting ideas, but currently there are to many bugs, including some game-breaking bugs. When it works, its repetitive nature shows up, and even if the developers fix the bugs, we don’t think we would have a particularly good game. At least for now, if you’re interested in the game, wait for a few patches.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Guilty Gear lands on Nintendo Switch with two amazing games. More games or content would’ve been fantastic, but Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R is so good we don’t need anything else.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 4 is one of the best and most influential games ever made, but this version feels a little bit lazy. Capcom could’ve improved the performance or include new controls to make the most of the hardware, but it hasn’t. This won’t prevent you from enjoying the game, of course, but such a masterpiece deserved better.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Layers of Fear 2 has some great moments and, sometimes, it’s a visual masterpiece. However, the story is quite weak and predictable, and the creature that chases you isn’t very well implemented. It falls behind the first one, but can be a good option for those who enjoyed the original.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    This is just a great version of one of the best remakes in the history of video games. It holds up incredibly well, and it’s one of those games everyone should play at least once.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Observation is a fantastic interactive adventure, with great ideas when it comes to puzzles and gameplay mechanics, as well as an outstanding story and narrative.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Lapis x Labyrinth is enjoyable and charming, although it has a fair amount of issues that can make it feel repetitive or shallow rather sooner than later.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mordhau is like a spiritual successor of Chivalry. Its cleverly-designed combat system and its Frontline mode will give you many, many hours of fun.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Whether you are a fan or new to the series, Lulua has something for you. It doesn’t have many new feature, but overall it’s a very enjoyable JRPG.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    As a golf experience and gameplay-wise, Everybody’s Golf VR is just fantastic. The lack of content and the lack of multiplayer modes and options not so much. However, we think it’s a great addition to any PSVR owner’s library.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It is not perfect, and things like not being able to remap the controls are quite annoying, but it is a good collection and many of the games still hold up pretty well.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    This is probably the best game Bubsy has ever had, but that’s not saying a lot. It’s simple and repetitive, but it still can be good for children.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you like ‘survival horror’, there is a lot of surviving and horror here. The performance and controls are not as good as on PC, but the core experience remains untouched, and it still is a great choice for those who want a new take on the genre.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Team Sonic Racing is a very enjoyable game, even on your own, but we don’t understand why many of the features that made Transformed such a good and unique game have been removed. Its predecessor is a superior title, but Team Sonic Racing still is a good option of you like the series.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Creative Assembly has managed to make the series feel fresh without changing its core, delivering one of its best entries to date. It looks and plays great, and it comes with many, many hours of content.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Descenders just left its early access stage, and now we have a very promising core that players can start to enjoy. Thanks to its procedural nature and arcade design it’s pretty much endless, but we hope the developers keep adding more diversity and options to the experience.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you like the genre, Fell Seal will give you tons of contents and options to get lost into. This has been a very nice surprise thanks to its story, gameplay mechanics and depth.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    A Plague Tale is a beautiful but dark adventure, about fear, death and love. It isn’t perfect, but it doesn’t try to bite more than it can chew, and delivers an experience where nothing feels redundant, and absorbs the player from beginning to end.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Sniper Elite is back, and that is always good news. This remaster can’t fix some of the issues of the original, but it definitely makes it more enjoyable in 2019.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    RAGE 2 is a great shooter, but it is a step below other comebacks like Doom or Wolfenstein. Still, if you like shooters or open world games, you’ll have a good time with it.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Champions is focused on multiplayer, and that’s where it shines. It would’ve been good to have a few more options for single player, but if you’re interested in the more competitive side of Puyo Puyo, don’t miss it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    The Third holds up better that you might think, but this version definitely needed a little bit more of optimization and polishing. Technical issues and bugs get in the way too often, damaging the overall experience.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    PC users can now enjoy another fantastic entry in the Yakuza series. This is one of our favorites, and the PC version lives up to the expectations.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Warparty is a great game if you want to get started in the genre, but for those with more experience in strategy games, it would end up being too simplistic.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dark Devotion is full of imperfections, but it is also full of great ideas. If you like metroidvania games and the Dark Souls feeling, you should give it a try, since it does deliver a challenging but enjoyable adventure.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It doesn’t look great, and the idea might seem too simple, but the execution is great. It actually relies on simplicity to create a fun idea that simply works. A great option for fans of crafting.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Shakedown: Hawaii is a great take on the 2D GTA formula, that adds its own flavor. It’s full of content, it goes straight to the point and it’s a lot of fun. The sequel Retro City Rampage deserves.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Yuppie Psycho is like a crossover between The Office and Twin Peaks. It is weird, but it is also really good at what it does. If you want something original, this can be a very pleasant surprise.
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    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a great tribute to Mega Man, particularly enjoyable if you like Capcom's franchise. However, it doesn’t do anything particularly relevant or original, and it is quite short as well.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Close to the Sun is a great adventure, similar to a walking simulator but deeper and more complex. It does a great job with the setting and the story, although it fails to make the most of its gameplay.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Swords of Ditto still is a fantastic adventure, and the new additions make it even better. If you feel like playing a Zelda with a twist, make sure to check it out.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This title is ideal if you’re looking for a puzzle game with tons of content that will make you think. It doesn’t do many new things, but its smart design and charm are more than enough.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Game Freak know how to make games with that little something that absorbs you. Giga Wrecker isn’t flawless, but we’ve enjoyed this adventure a lot, and we recommend it to all metroidvania fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a fantastic version of one of the most unique FF games. It isn’t perfect, but it still is a wonderful game we think RPG fans should try.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Fade to Silence is a good survival game, and it could’ve been much better if they had polished some aspects like the combat and the graphics. If you like the genre, you’ll probably enjoy it regardless of its shortcomings.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    We don’t think Minecraft-ish graphics are a great choice for a horror game, but even leaving that aside, The Padre is very confusing and dull. It might have been a good comeback for the classic survival horror, but all its good ideas get lost in its very poor design.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hand of Gilgamech is one of these games that mixes up many different elements, and surprisingly, it makes it work. Great ideas, great design, and a fantastic universe are waiting for you here.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Days Gone is a very enjoyable game, with a beautiful setting, some interesting ideas and a good story, but Bend Studio has bitten off more than it could chew, and it shows. It takes too many things from open-world adventures, and the execution doesn’t always live up to the expectations. Overall, it’s entertaining and solid, but a less ambitious project would’ve end up being better.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Although it is clear that it borrows some things from Hotline Miami, it also adds its fair amount of ideas. If you like this fast-paced gameplay, and you want to enjoy it in coop, make sure to check it out.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tidus and Yuna are back, and that’s always great news. This version doesn’t really offer anything new, but it’s always good to have available on new platforms, particularly on the versatile Switch.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pathway is an interesting roguelike with good ideas, and we think fans of the genre will enjoy it. The only problem, though, is that it can become very repetitive quite quickly, and the novelty can wear off.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Dragon’s Dogma still is a fantastic game. It’s definitely not for everyone, but if you like ARPGs, you cannot miss this one. Being able to play Dark Arisen everywhere is fantastic, particularly when the adventure still holds up pretty well.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat 11 is probably the best entry in the series. It’s a fantastic game, that plays and looks wonderful, and even if still has some issues, it’s a must-have for fans of the franchise.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    While we wait for Left 4 Dead to come back from the dead, World War Z is not a bad option, but it isn’t as good as that series. If you like killing zombies with friends you’ll have a great time, although the game has a fair amount of shortcomings.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    After a sort of simple and slow beginning, Katana Zero unleashes its fantastic gameplay and narrative. We wish it had more reasons to replay it, as it is a little bit short, but it is absolutely fantastic while it lasts.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Immortal Legacy is some sort of Uncharted in VR, and that’s great. Sure, the budget and the scope isn’t the same, but the core experience remains and we’ve really enjoyed. The story, though, is absolute nonsense.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Cuphead is a masterpiece, and this is a fantastic port. No matter where, but make sure you play one of the best indie games of the generation.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    As you can expect, Ninja Theory’s latest game has seen some technical sacrifices to fit Nintendo’s console, but the experience remains. Hellblade is a story that needs to be played, even if the gameplay isn’t as good.
    • 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.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Falcon Age is a solid adventure, particularly in VR, thanks to the relationship it builds between the player and the hawk. However, the combat, some technical issues and minor bugs get in the way every now and then, and even if they don’t ruin the experience, prevent it from achieving something bigger.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is for players who are looking for something different. It’s a game where you enjoy the experience of traveling and finding new places, together with some puzzles.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Iron Rain isn’t going to change your mind, but the visual update and some other changes will make it very appealing for fans of this unique franchise.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Great gameplay, lots of depth, tons of content and even more fan service. If you love Dragon Ball and you’re happy to try something different, don’t miss it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This mix of narrative adventure and dungeon crawler is interesting thanks to its story and cast, although none of its parts is outstanding.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Vaporum offers an interesting take on dungeon crawling with a concept close to old-school pen-and-paper RPG. The controls on consoles, though, are pretty bad.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    As a remaster or collection, we expected something better, but the quality of the games still is fantastic. If you’re thinking about (re)discovering this excellent trilogy, it’s not a bad option.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you just want a survival horror and you’ve played pretty much all the big ones, Submersed can fill that void. It doesn’t do anything particularly outstanding, but it works.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    First of all, hats off to TFE for bringing Burnout back. It’s a shame the budget is holding back the experience, and some key aspects, like the handling or the physics need some tweaking. A few patches could make it noticeably better, and we hope for a sequel where everything comes together.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Nostalgia aside, there aren’t many things to enjoy in this game. It’s ok if you’re looking for a simple and accessible fighting game, but it should have done much more with the IP.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This is one of those arcade titles that were so popular a few decades ago but they are very hard find now. A game as addictive as challenging.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    This is a great choice of old-school RPG fans, with many, many good ideas, and only a few issues preventing it from being something excellent.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This light management game is a good tribute to the Atelier series and its characters, although maybe two decades of RPG deserved a little bit more.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a better game than The Umbral Star, although we feel like it doesn’t make the most of its combat system within the genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Crafted World is a fantastic platformer fans of the genre shouldn’t miss. We’ve really enjoyed its design and its art style, although the soundtrack is just bad.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    This is a coop shooter with a great setting and good ideas, but the worlds feels empty, the progression isn’t very appealing and ends up feeling repetitive.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    From Software has created another fantastic game, and this time it's the perfect balance between action, platforming and stealth. If you like the Souls concept, you’ll find it here with a very interesting twist.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Truberbrook has great ideas when it comes to art design, the story and the gameplay, but only the first one is well developed. It has potential to be a great franchise, but this particular title ended up being a little bit disappointing.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a dungeon crawler fun and suitable for newcomers, this is a good choice. If you’re not, you’ll find much better options.
    • 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’.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    This is a simple but demanding FPS experience best enjoyed in coop. The idea is very good, but the lack of progression makes it feel repetitive earlier than it should.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    World Seeker is a missed opportunity to make a game that lives up to the franchise it is based on. The story and the fan service are good, but gameplay-wise it falls very short.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Baba is You is a small masterpiece of puzzle design. It’s hard to describe how clever this game is, and we can only encourage players who enjoy logic-based games to give it a try.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is actually a very enjoyable game, particularly when played in coop, but it feels quite simple and easy. A deeper gameplay and a more challenging difficulty would have made it a much better experience.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Although it’s not revolutionary, Dawn of Man is a pretty solid management and strategy game. If you like the genre and the setting, you won’t find many shortcomings here.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    The setting, the story and the concept is fantastic, but many technical issues and poor mechanics end up making the experience less enjoyable than it should be.
    • 37 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Left Alive has many good ideas. Some of them are well-executed and many others are not. It’s a shame that many of these issues are on the gameplay side, but if you really like the concept, you can manage to enjoy it.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DMC is back with one of the greatest hack & slash games we’ve played in the past few years. DMC 3 is still a step ahead, but if you like the genre, you can’t miss it. It looks and plays wonderfully, and it’s also great to see Capcom is back.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It feels like the movie… it’s accessible and sometimes fun, but it hardly surprises someone anymore. It lacks challenge and structure, but it offers quite a lot of content and some great moments.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Degrees of Separation is a very enjoyable puzzle-based game, better played in coop. It’s very original and has a very interesting open structure, but it needs a wider variety of puzzles to prevent it from becoming a little bit repetitive.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This beautiful adventure still works great on 3DS. Yes, there are some changes, and none of it would justify buying it again, but if you haven’t yet, it’s a good option to enjoy Kirby on the go.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Eastshade is a very special adventure. Its narrative, its world and its story are fantastic, although gameplay-wise feels lacking in some areas.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    We’ve really enjoyed Ape Out, but its small randomization of stages creates a strange feeling, where luck seems to matter sometimes more than skill. Overall, it’s a very good experience for those looking for a fast-paced action game.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Back in the Groove is a great game if your fan of the original, very traditional and close to its gameplay. Unfortunately, this also means that we miss some things that make it more appealing in 2019.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Dead or Alive 6 isn’t revolutionary, and we miss some bigger changes in the roster, but we’ve had a great time with it and we think fans of the series will too.
    • 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.

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