Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,585 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:
6588 game reviews
    • 90 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Chicory is a beautiful adventure, that could improve its level design, but compensates for its small flaws with everything else.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Tekken 8 is the most fun Tekken to play, improves the online and the content for a single player. It is the best launch possible to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the saga. It has a great gameplay, a varied and solid roster, a spectacular story mode, and a lot of modes and customization options. It also has some flaws, such as the lack of some classic characters, the uneven quality of the scenarios, or the absence of a Tekken Force mode or similar.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    This is a wonderful strategy game, one of the best we've ever seen. A logical evolution of the concept of the veteran series that has achieved great results.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Empire Total War is outstanding in all its features, one of those games which are enjoyable from beginning to end. You could hardly stop playing for weeks. It is a cliche to say it, but Creative Assembly have truly surpassed themselves; Empire: Total Wars is one of those masterpieces no videogame fan should let escape.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    BioWare delivers a carefully remastered edition of one of the best trilogies ever made. A must-have for anyone who wants to experience for the first time or just once again this space opera.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It's not as fresh as Origins, but it is indeed bigger and better. If you like, or liked at some point, platform games, you shouldn't miss this one.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    2K Sports raised the bar very high last year, and we though it would be very difficult for another entry to surpass it. Fortunately we were mistaken, and it improves almost everything from the previous game, with new and revamped game modes, basketball legends and more fun matches. A must-have.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    This is an excellent platform and a must-have for PSVR owners. It shows off what virtual reality can be, creating an incredibly fun game and surprising you in ways you didn’t think it was possible. It is definitely a reason to buy a PSVR headset.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Alan Wake is back with a survival horror that is constantly surprising the player, coming up with all sorts of crazy ideas and situations, and all wrapped up in one of the best audiovisual productions we’ve ever seen.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This expansion completes what was already one of the most important games of PlayStation Network, and it should be in all racing fans hard drives. A must-buy for any player who have enjoyed Wipeout HD.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Bigger, longer, better, funnier, and the list goes on and on. It comes closer to perfection, and even though there's still room for improvement, Borderlands 2 will be one of those game we'll remember in a few years when we think about "the previous generation".
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This Definitive Edition is, indeed, a carefully crafted remaster that goes beyond improved visuals to deliver the best way to play one of the best JRPG of the decade.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    This is probably the darkest, weirdest and most unique Zelda ever released, and it's still as good as it was on N64. The visual improvements and the gameplay tweaks are reason enough to go back to it, if you haven't played it before.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This Xbox 360 has the best of the original game, solves the potential control problem, and adds as its main innovation the multiplayer mode.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Iceborne is an amazing expansion that makes even better one of the best games of the generation. It might not be a new game, but it still is one of the best things we’ve played in a long time.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Dead Cells is so big, so well designed, so addictive and so beautiful we can’t stop playing it. A must-have you cannot miss.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Cocoon is one of the biggest surprises of the year for us. Thanks to its magnificent design, this one-button game ends up being more surprising and memorable than most AAAs these days.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    It is an almost perfect game in what it offers. Although it might be further polished in the visual aspect, or have a better adjusted difficulty curve.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Obsidian has met the expectations and delivered an outstanding old-school RPG, which doesn't feel "old" at all, but "classic".
    • 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.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Rez Infinite makes you believe in the power of VR. It's funny that a 14-year-old game is one of the best examples of this, but it's a game you have to try if you have a PSVR.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Don't think for one moment that The Beatles Rock Band is just a new title in the series. The Beatles drew the masses in their time like no one before, and when you start playing this title you feel yourself submerged in this sparkling sensation.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 in a magnificent version that showcases the console's technical potential. It not only lives up to expectations but also surprises, providing another opportunity to enjoy this fantastic JRPG.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    This collection brings some of the best games in the series, with plenty of options and tons of extra content.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is an incredibly fun platformer, with an great old-school taste, fantastic gameplay and even better level design.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    If you didn't like Assassin's Creed 2, Brotherhood will hardly convince you, but if you are one of the series followers, this game is a great sequel to the previous one. It polishes its mechanics and includes many things to do in the city, and it adds a very enjoyable multiplayer mode which brings some freshness to PS Network and Xbox Live.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Left 4 Dead 2 takes the best from the first game and improves it. Despite the few technical advances, Valve has make the most of its time these months and has improved, when possible, every aspect of the original game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Slay the Spire is one of the first surprises of 2019. A game that’s both challenging and fresh, absorbing and fun from the very first second.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Left 4 Dead 2 takes the best from the first game and improves it. Despite the few technical advances, Valve has make the most of its time these months and has improved, when possible, every aspect of the original game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    From Software delivers its best work so far, a game that makes the Souls series better than ever. It's no longer surprising, but it's still an experience you don't want to miss.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    This is one of the best JRPGs released in the past few years, and a must-have for Switch owners.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Speed and spectacle are the words that define Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, a succesful entry which hits the spot and brings some freshness to EA series.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Super Mario 3D World continues to be a fantastic game, and Bowser’s Fury is a solid experiment that we have really enjoyed, even if it’s very disappointing from a technical standpoint.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    It is not a game for everyone, but From Software can again be proud of producing an instant classic in the action-RPG genre, which will be talked about for years. It is not as surprising as the original Demon's Souls, as we had great expectations for this spiritual sequel, but it improves on it and becomes one of the greatest games of the year.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Pokémon Pokopia delivers a charming, surprisingly vast life simulation and building adventure, serving as a heartfelt tribute to the franchise. It masterfully blends elements from Animal Crossing and Minecraft, forging a unique identity with deep mechanics and an expansive world. Though inventory management is cumbersome and Pokémon dialogue repetitive, its technical polish and robust multiplayer make it a standout.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Ballad of Gay Tony is the perfect ending of the GTA IV "saga", and one of the best acquisitions available on Xbox Live Arcade.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Cyberpunk 2077 isn't going to magically become a perfect game, but CD Projekt's title is arguably now in better shape than ever. It still has its shortcomings, such as the lack of importance that our statistics have outside of combat, but many of its other problems have been solved either with previous updates or with the 2.0 update that concerns us today. The Phantom Liberty expansion, for its part, offers us a lot of entertaining and quality content, with some more linear and spectacular moments that have left us with our mouths open and, if we combine both, it seems like the best time to travel for the first time or to return to Night City.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Forza Horizon 6 is a fantastic game that we’ve really enjoyed, and we know we’ll keep going back to it, but we expected more after almost five years since its predecessor was released. We believe the series deserves more ambition and creativity, and not only a new map and some QoL features.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is one of the best entries of the series. It looks and sounds amazing, and it plays great as well. We miss a multiplayer mode, but other than that, it’s a fantastic Tetris experience that allows you to play this classic like you would’ve never imagined.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Fez
    If you like the retro style, 2D platforming and above all good taste, Fez is your game. One of those outstanding games that raises the bar for what to expect from an indie studio. A must-have for Xbox Live Arcade.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    This is a outstanding remake that makes everything better for one of the best horror games ever made.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Cave Story is one of the bastions of independent games, and its Wii port offers something else than just charging for it. Its new features are worth the money it costs: revised sound and graphics, a well-made difficulty system, good control and some extras both for veterans and newcomers.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    A perfect ending for the first season. If the second season is just as good as this one, we're taking it for granted that no one will want to miss it.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Although it may seem that Guitar Hero 5 is just an update of the last year edition, the truth is that the new features, the improvements in the interface and the track list make it the best installment of the series in the last years.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Intergrade is the best version of a fantastic remake, and the extra episode, INTERmission, is a welcome addition that expands the story and leaves it ready for the second episode.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The same experience we all remember jumps into iDevices, becoming the perfect opportunity for those who haven't played it yet.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The same old beat 'em up still stands strong. A game you should have already played is now available with tons of new options, so if you haven't played it yet, consider choosing this version.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Doki Doki Literature Club + successfully adapts a very unique concept to consoles, and offers a great translation (at least, to Spanish) to let a wider audience enjoy this darker take on visual novels.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Three Houses is another masterpiece from the series, a must-have for Switch users fans of the franchise cannot miss. Intelligent Systems got everything right, from story to gameplay, and we can only ask you to give this fantastic adventure an opportunity.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    FIFA 11 doesn't try to reinvent the formula, but to perfect it, and it mostly achieves it in the best football game of the year.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is an incredibly solid port that brings one of the best games of the previous generation to even more people (and places) on Switch.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    An impressive return of the series made by people who love and have respected the original game. A complex world to explore and a story that will engage the player for the many hours it lasts. Solid gameplay that rewards the skillful player.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A masterful conclusion to Destiny 2's saga, blending intense narrative depth with diverse gameplay enhancements, despite overwhelming menu complexity for newcomers.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    It is not perfect, and each player will find his own vices and virtues, but we don't remember many projects with such ambition that comes so close to perfection.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Death Stranding 2 refines the formula of its predecessor with deeper emotional storytelling, improved traversal and combat mechanics, and an audiovisual presentation that borders on cinematic excellence; while it loses some of the surprise factor from the original, it compensates with more varied gameplay and a broader appeal, though it still won't resonate with everyone.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Nixxes has done a fantastic job adapting Horizon Forbidden West to PC, offering exceptional performance and optimization, with stunning graphics at 4K and FPS ranging from 85 to 108 on high-end systems, while even lower-end systems like the ROG Ally can handle the game at 720p with FSR 2.2, showcasing excellent adaptation across various setups.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    A huge adventure, almost infinite in terms of activities, with an improved combat system and a nostalgic look at the almost 20 years that Kiryu has accompanied us. The story is full of epic and emotional moments, but sometimes it loses its pace among so many hours of gameplay. Some graphical details from the past generation and the New Game+ mode not available in all versions are the main drawbacks of this great game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    A great reborn of the series. Addictive, dynamic, challenging, deep and fun. It's a surprise for the fans of strategy games, whose only -very slight- issues are the story and the multiplayer. Not that they're bad, it's just they could be improved, but we quickly forget about it when playing. Way better than we expected.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    NORCO is an exploration-based narrative adventure that truly shines thanks to its universe and characters.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    This is one of those milestones in mobile entertainment, unique and beautifully crafted. It feels quite short, but it still is worth experiencing.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This 1:1 port of the original version shines with excellent co-op mechanics, strong visual performance, and thoughtful multiplayer options like Gamechat and Gameshare; however, the requirement of extra controllers for local co-op and the disappointing "Code in a Box" physical release slightly dampen an otherwise ideal title to launch with Switch 2.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    This PC version is without question the Battlefield DICE wanted to do. It is the ultimate and recommended version of Battlefield 3, superior to the console versions. Although the campaign mode and the cooperative missions have much to improve, its competitive multiplayer is overwhelming and will provide hours of fun for months and even years.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Years have passed since the first game, and Dead Space 2 doesn't surprise us as much as the original did, but it has reinvented itself very well. The main character and its new situation help create interest and surprises, and offer us much more. And, again, it knows how to create that thrilling tension which makes it a great horror game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Dreams is an incredibly capable tool, full of possibilities that has been surprising us for almost a year now since it was first released in Early Access. The story mode is fantastic, although quite short, but the quantity and the quality of the user-made content makes up for it.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    An impressive return of the series made by people who love and have respected the original game. A complex world to explore and a story that will engage the player for the many hours it lasts. Solid gameplay that rewards the skillful player.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It is not a revolution, but it is one of the best RPGs we've seen in a while. Definitely, the best of its genre on the next generation of consoles.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Don't think for one moment that The Beatles Rock Band is just a new title in the series. The Beatles drew the masses in their time like no one before, and when you start playing this titles you feel yourself submerged in this sparkling sensation.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DrawRace 2 is not only one of the best racing games in the App Store: it is also one of the most attractive and fun titles in the store. It still has an original gameplay, fresh and addictive, and a very interesting game system, improving upon the first installment.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you didn't like the original game, you should flee from this second entry, as it mantains the original on-rails formula. But if you liked the first, you'll love this sequel.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dirt 2 is a very remarkable work that fulfills expectations.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a very interesting detective game, some sort of single player Cluedo, absorbing and fun. If you like solving murders and unique games, you cannot miss this one.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    It is not perfect, and each player will find his own vices and virtues, but we don't remember many projects with such ambition that comes so close to perfection.
    • 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.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Not only it pays a debt with series followers in PSP, but is also one of the most brilliant, complete and must-have titles of the PSP.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    2K Sports keeps surpassing itself, and NBA 2K11 could be the best and most complete basketball simulator ever.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The definite version of one of the best RPGs lands on PS5 improving many aspects of the original, but also suffering from technical issues that, we hope, will be fixed soon.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    A spectacular and entertaining open world adventure that becomes one of the must-have exclusives of PS4.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    2K Sports keeps surpassing itself, and NBA 2K11 could be the best and most complete basketball simulator ever.
    • 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.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The PC adaptation of Ghost of Tsushima by Nixxes delivers a phenomenal graphical fidelity and solid performance across a wide range of systems, maintaining the game's fantastic samurai adventure and meticulously designed open world. The interface is clean, simple, and effective, with crossplay functionality for multiplayer gaming between PC and PlayStation platforms.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    It is not a game for everyone, but From Software can again be proud of producing an instant classic in the action-RPG genre, which will be talked about for years. It is not as surprising as the original Demon's Souls, as we had great expectations for this spiritual sequel, but it improves on it and becomes one of the greatest games of the year.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    We know it looks like yet another farming simulator, but Stardew Valley is much more. It's so well-crafted, smart and deep that it made us fall in love with it in a matter of minutes.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    One of the best hack & slash of the previous generation jumps into the new one with a new character and visual features. It’s not revolutionary, but it gives us more DMC.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A very faithful remake of a masterpiece that, with virtually no significant changes, makes it more spectacular and enjoyable than ever.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Don't think for one moment that The Beatles Rock Band is just a new title in the series. The Beatles drew the masses in their time like no one before, and when you start playing this title you feel yourself submerged in this sparkling sensation.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Dusk offers a tribute to old-school shooters with a fantastic level design, frantic gameplay and an excellent OST.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Neon White is an incredible combination of fast-paced shooter and visual novel, that relies on a really solid gameplay to deliver a fantastic experience.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It brings back the formula seen on consoles, so this should be enough to picture what it has to offer: many hours of fun, a great gameplay, and loads of secrets, achievements, tricks and contents waiting to be unlock. We only miss multiplayer modes, but still is a very recommended option.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This action RPG delivers intense combat and an expansive world, offering engaging monster-hunting experiences with a variety of strategies. However, its repetitive quests and steep learning curve may deter casual players, making it a game better suited for fans of the genre who appreciate a challenge.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    This game offers a very solid gameplay, addictive for the very beginning, and deep for those looking for a mobile challenge.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Everyone who enjoys sci-fi games should take this one into consideration, as long as they're aware that this is indeed a very deep and complex experience, but also outstanding and rewarding.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Good omen have been more than confirmed, this is a Metroid-like game which will please those looking for alternative action formulas, and it makes its job very well.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Red Dead Redemption on Switch 2 delivers a masterful conversion, achieving stable 60 FPS and stunning native HDR that elevates the iconic American frontier. This version largely rectifies the original Switch's flaws, nearly matching the PC experience, although minor popping artifacts and a somewhat rigid mission design persist. Overall, a triumphant return.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Everything fans may expect. A frantic and incredibly fun multiplayer with tons of options, game modes and unlockables, and also very well polished, and an intense campaign that concludes a story which started with Modern Warfare four years ago. The formula is aging - although it works as well as ever, its visuals are stagnating, but this is still a must-have for those looking for direct action.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you enjoy narrative-based games, this one sets the bar higher and makes us thing we're still scratching the surface of the genre. A beautiful adventure that will be remembered.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It was a great game two years ago and it still is. Every addition is an improvement, and if you missed it the first time, it's the best opportunity to give it a try.
    • 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.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Brilliant. It's perfect for its proposal, and creates a universe that leaves us hoping that this is just the beginning of a great series. It won't give you something really new, but it's different from what we're used to playing in this generation, which is worth appreciating. A game to remember.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    With great improvements both in graphics and gameplay, Brotherhood is the pinnacle of the Assassin's Creed experience.

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