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
    • 77 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    A classic platforming game that knows how to engage and entertain the player, especially Kirby fans and younger players. It has also some problems, like a multiplayer mode that could have been better, and a level design that could improve. Despite this, it is still a great game and its formula hasn't aged.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The most remarkable element in its gameplay design is that it has know how to emancipate itself from the Rubik cube: previous attempts show it won't work in videogames, and it is just an inspiration for this game.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Its atmosphere, concept and overall proposal are of great quality, but it fails in some little things, and sometimes those little things are very important.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It needs to evolve, but still it's a great game. It's easily become one of the best games on Wii U, however, we can and we will ask for a step forward in the series.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    We wouldn't say Elite: Dangerous is finished, but it is indeed a great game with solid foundations. With future updates, it can become the great MMO it is aiming to be.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Super Wooden GP 2 basically improves everything from the original, so if you enjoyed that one, get ready for an addictive sequel that will keep you glued to the screen.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It continues to develop what we've seen in the previous episodes. It's a very solid game with a very solid story, that offers another great adventure for The Dark Knight fans.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Paladins is a very solid hero shooter, with a great core gameplay and very good ideas. You can try it for free and its business model is not abusive at all, so we recommend you give it a try.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Battlefield is back with a game that feels like a spin-off, but that relies on the foundations of the franchise. It's fun and fresh, and its multiplayer takes a new, faster direction. It might not be an evolution, but it's a take on the series worth checking out.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Although we miss some content, like the extra downloadable chapters of Tomb Raider Underworld, this is still a great compilation which offers many hours of fun for an affordable price.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Yakuza 4 holds up pretty well. It’s not the best Yakuza, it’s not the worst… it’s just different. If you’re new to the series or if you missed the original release, it’s worth a try.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Apotheon may seem simple and kind of weird at the beginning, but it has a lot to offer. It is unique, not only because of the aesthetic, but also about all the mechanic it develops throughout the game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Visually stunning, the debut of the series on PS4 is a fresh experience with some good ideas and a different feeling than the rest of shooters. No matter how you look at it, it's a great choice to see what your new PS4 can do.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Miniland Mayhem is one of those games whose mechanics get into your brain. Although it doesn't evolve in graphics and sound in comparison with previous versions, its gameplay does, and that is what really matters.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It needs more content, but apart from that, we can’t really say anything bad about this demanding, challenging, realistic and satisfying experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Lego Harry Potter Years 5-7 follows the formula of the LEGO Series, and is probably the best game ever made about Harry Potter. Although the formula has aged and has been used many times, and this entry brings few new features, it is as enjoyable and fun as ever, and accesible for all players.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning mixes the open-ended gameplay of games like The Elder Scrolls with a hack and slash combat system. The result is good, dynamic and fun, although lacks some more depth or strategic elements, and this can result repetitive in a game of this length. It is a huge world with plenty of things to do that can keep us engaged for weeks, and its only shortcoming is the story and its characters, which lack some more charm, and the repetitive design of the quests.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    This is the best surprise of 3DS launch titles, and those looking for a deep, strategic game will have a lot of fun with it.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The only think we can ask for is a sequel. Recommended for everyone interested in the genre, with great puzzles and sense of humor. It offers a classic, challenging gameplay, which should be enough to keep fans of the adventures games playing till they finish it.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The additions might look quite irrelevant, but before letting it go, think twice. This game is still as fun as it was on PS3, and the Broadcast+ feature, allowing our streaming watchers to modify our games, is an amazing option you must try.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Although a bit too ambitious if we compare the expectations and the final result, Dead Island is still a great game, with a lot of hours of fun, a great ambiance and a good combat system which provides a lot of little pleasures when killing zombies. Its cooperative mode and lenghtly story make it a recommended buy.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Although a bit too ambitious if we compare the expectations and the final result, Dead Island is still a great game, with a lot of hours of fun, a great ambiance and a good combat system which provides a lot of little pleasures when killing zombies. Its cooperative mode and lenghtly story make it a recommended buy.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Screamer delivers a fresh and frantic arcade experience that stands out through its bold anime aesthetic and unique dual-stick drifting mechanics. While the visual novel storytelling approach in the campaign might feel sluggish for speed purists, the deep gameplay systems and energetic soundtrack provide a highly rewarding sense of speed.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The good use of the console potential in control and interface design, and the number of levels and game modes -multiplayer being especially remarkable- assure lots of hours of gameplay to strategy genre fans.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    The most ambitious Yakuza gets the HD treatment. Story-wise is a little bit weaker, but it’s a great entry to break up with the continuity of the series.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It might not feel like a proper sequel, however, Below Zero does expand the core concepts and mechanics of the original to deliver a solid survival experience that does not forget about the narrative.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    One of those games which will be loved by old-school gamers thanks to its great gameplay, hilarious humour and overwhelming charm.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Ultimately, Zerzura is a more than noteworthy graphic adventure with a very enjoyable story and greatly integrated puzzle. Despite not being visually remarkable and having a low difficulty, this is a recommended adventure.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    One of those games which will be loved by old-school gamers thanks to its great gameplay, hilarious humour and overwhelming charm.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Jupiter Hell is a great tribute to Doom and other games from the 90s with new and well implemented additions like turn-based RPG, roguelike and survival.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The excellent PS5 adaptation of Sea of Thieves maintains its charm and extensive content, despite occasional bugs. It’s a great multiplayer adventure with cross-play, enhanced by DualSense features, but it requires long-term dedication and social interaction to fully enjoy.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Surge 2 is a step forward in every aspect, that helps define the franchise. It’s better than its predecessor and a very solid options for those who enjoy that Souls feeling.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even though it's far from perfect, Jotun is one of those games where its virtues prevail, one of those games that leaves us waiting for a sequel where everything's polished and improved.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a fantastic multiplayer with an excellent combat and well design stages. It’s lacking some content, but it’s a matter of time until that it’s fixed.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sludge Life is a unique game, where freedom and rebellion are the key. We feel the controls are not good enough, considering how precise we need to be sometimes, although eventually we can get used to them.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a very well-designed game that will entertain us by challenging our brain. One of those titles where the gameplay is the most important thing.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This MySims Agents is a pleasant surprise. It is an enjoyable game you'll want to play until the end.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A decent title game a campaign that doesn't meet expectations, but with a great and unique multiplayer mode.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a fantastic version of there great games, even if Borderlands 2 holds up better than the rest. Whether this is the first time you play them or if you just want to play the first three games anywhere, the Legendary Collection is a fantastic choice.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great dancing game, a very direct and frantic arcade which will entertain us since the very beginning, without having to learn complicated choreographies.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A decent title game a campaign that doesn't meet expectations, but with a great and unique multiplayer mode.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Need for Speed returns with a title that lacks innovation and content, but it still is very fun and engaging. Also, if you've missed tuning your cars, you'll love this episode.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    New Pokémon Snap brings back the essence of the N64 original, and adds tons of new features and much more content that its predecessor. Its gameplay is still quite limited, but it manages to create a very satisfying experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    FORM is visually stunning puzzle game that completely transports you to an oneiric world in VR. It’s short, but it’s worth it.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sega surprised us with this visual novel, more fun and enjoyable than we could have expected, that all Sonic fans should try.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you just want to play, this is a great choice, since you can access all the community levels for free. If you want to create, you've got a very accessible and powerful tool, but keep in mind you'll need a lot of time or some real money to unlock content.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Teslagrad is solid, clever and fun. If you like platforming and puzzles, you shouldn't miss this one.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great title, meant to be played with friends. Maybe fans of the original one won't like the changes introduced, but we think it's a great choice for fans fans of first-person games and tower defense ones.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Far from perfect in achieving true simulation, but still fun and with loads of content. Absolutely recommended for fans of racing games, since its customizable difficulty makes it accessible for everyone.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A simple but extremely addictive concept is what makes of Picross 3D a great puzzle game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a game where every aspect shows that there's a lot of effort put into it. Harder than the average title, its mix of platforming and puzzles sets a solid foundation for a beautiful experience.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Some aspects of Jedi Academy haven’t aged particularly well, although its core remains solid and enjoyable. It reminds us of that time where Star Wars games just wanted to be fun and expand its universe, and as big fans, we’ve loved going back to that time.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    GoW III is an incredible adventure and this is the best way to play it. Still, if you have already played it, you won't find too many additions to the experience.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    FIFA 21 gets a quick makeover for the next gen, with small changes that gives us a glimpse of what the series can do on the new consoles. It feels like a transitional entry, but also, as a free update, delivers more than we expected.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Inmost is a mix of ideas that might feel strange, although that is what has made us fall in love with them. Add a great story and you’ll have one of the most unique games we’ve played this year.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Call of the Mountain is a good game to showcase PlayStationVR 2, and allows us to enjoy Horizon’s universe like never before.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    ORC: Vengeance is one of the best classic action roleplaying games in iOS to date. It has all the virtues and vices of the genre, and its five chapters offer plenty of fun. Its control systems are especially well done, and greatly adapted to a touchable experience. Maybe it is not an original game, and it lacks a multiplayer cooperative mode, but it is a greay game at a quite an affordable price.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This sequel is not a revolution by any means, but it is a fantastic interactive drama where the paranormal is just a channel to talk about emotions.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Labyrinth City is a surprising, fun and unique adventure you cannot miss. A surreal experience where there is much more than finding the exit.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It uses many stereotypes, brings them to the maximum and keeps us in a world of political incorrectness, showing us hard environment were life is worth nothing: Wild West from cinema and literature enters Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood, turns into a videogame and is still recognizable in all its elements, making the most of the spectacle of the medium.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An excellent option for those looking for a puzzle game. Simple to play but very fun and addictive, and demanding in the latter levels. Its only flaw is that it arrives too late to Xbox Live Arcade, as we have been enjoying the game in another platforms for years, and at a cheaper price. If you haven't tried those versions, this is one of the most recommended puzzle games on Xbox 360.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a solid evolution from the previous entry, with a fun career mode and, what’s more important, plenty of virtues for racing fan games to enjoy.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    One of the best Telltale's series is slightly remastered for those who haven't played it yet, or for those who want to go back to it on the new consoles. No surprises here, but the quality of this collection is out of doubt.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A good game despite its flaws, but manages to become very fun thanks to the great possibilites Heller's powers bring. This PC version is very conservative in comparison with the console version, with minimal graphical improvements and imprecise mouse+keyboard controls. This three month delay could have been used to make the most of the PC capabilities.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It has some technical issues, but apart from them, it is a very enjoyable experience and recommended for fans of the LEGO-driven games.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ghost of a Tale is a charming adventure, beautifully designed and very clever. If you're looking for something different, check it out.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A fun minigame compilation with some of the most loved characters in videogames. More than fifty minigames which make an exhaustive use of all the control possibilites of the console, some of them very original. Although not all the minigames have the same quality and you will easily hate a dozen of them, it is easy to find your favorites and have a great time trying to surpass your own records. Its major flaw is the absence of a game mode that challenges us differently.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It came as a surprise, and we actually enjoyed it. For 800 MSP you can get a interesting mix of hack & slash and Angry Birds that will stay on your console for a while.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is the Police 2 is a great sequel that polishes the original concept of the first entry. It’s more complex and mature, and also more enjoyable, and we think it deserves an opportunity.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EA Sports refines its football formula with smarter AI, a new authentic gameplay mode, and numerous small improvements that make matches more realistic and enjoyable, though the visuals remain almost identical to last year’s game and monetization continues to be excessive.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a fantastic and authentic tribute to the 16-bit action platformers that successfully brings back the essence of franchises like Ninja Gainde, Shinobi or even Mega Man.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Greedfall is a great RPG, that proves Spiders Studio is becoming more and more relevant with each game. It has some shortcomings but, if you know you’re not playing a AAA, you’ll enjoy it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Operator has been a little surprise that we really liked. An interesting, well-designed, fun and different game that, despite its short duration and how predictable the script is at certain points, has given us a great time solving ingenious puzzles and unraveling the mysteries of its story. If you like these types of stories, test your deduction skills, and are looking for something that you can finish in one sitting, don't hesitate to give it a try.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fun and very satisfying, Four Swords Anniversary Edition focus on multiplayer, but also offers a new option, to play it solo, a fantastic addition. It is a pity that there ist not an online mode in the game, yer another chance lost by Nintendo to gear up the series.
    • 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.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The mobile adaptation of the Konami franchise works quite well, even in a free-to-play form. It has a lot of options and it's quite accessible, so if you're interested, make sure you give it a try.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you like either puzzles or AR, you should try it. If you like both, then you're going to love this. It's a nice surprise for those who want to play in a different way.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's bigger and more complex than the original game, but it also has the same weaknesses. If you liked the first game, you'll like this one, and if you just want a very Japanese adventure, you'll be satisfied with Gravity Rush 2.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Infinos Gaiden isn't perfect, but is memorable. It brings back the essence of the old-school shoot 'em ups, and it does it in a way that it's good for fans as well as ideal for newcomers.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great puzzle game, beautifully designed and with a very well measured difficulty. If you like the genre, don’t miss it.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A fun action RPG that will appeal to fans of hack’n slash games with a PlatinumGames flavor, that convinces with its multiplayer and variety of characters, but falls short in the ambition of its main story.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It has not many new features or changes, but for sure Mega Man 10 will please its followers, and those eager for a good challenge for their gamepad.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a very interesting look at the franchise’s past, made with care and featuring a gallery with tons of art, information and development materials that are just history of our industry.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Not many new features in yet another annual installment of a sports title.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a great remaster that carefully updates a classic title to give us a new chance to discover it.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's still as fun and addictive as the original titles, but it feels a little pricey taking into account there is less content than in the two (cheaper) Wii U games.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sayonara Wild Hearts is short, but also unique and intense. It’s something special aimed at people who want an experience they can’t find something else. And it’s also deeper than you might thing.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Elite: Dangerous was huge on PC, and it still is on Xbox One. It's a game that needs time, but if you like what it has to offer, it won't disappoint you.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Deep Rock Galactic feels like a crossover between Left 4 Dead and Minecraft… and it’s great. If you’re looking for something new but familiar at the same time to play with friends, this can be your game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Romeo is a Dead Man delivers a distinctive, authorial vision from Suda51, brimming with personality, constant variety, and a refreshing linear structure. However, its combat lacks depth, optional segments are uninspired, and camera issues alongside questionable boss design can frustrate on higher difficulties, yet it remains a memorable experience for fans of its unique style.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    PES is getting better and better, getting closer to what it used to be. It's a good football game, but still there's room for improvement.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is an enjoyable managerial experience with a touch of puzzle and strategy, that knows how to offer a challenge whilst being relaxing.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Eggtart Inc. delivers a fast-paced 2D action game inspired by 16-bit classics, featuring varied environments and a satisfying combat system based on robotic suits with unique abilities. While the pixel art animation is well-done, the soundtrack is repetitive, and the difficulty spikes can be frustrating. Despite its lack of a map and true Metroidvania depth, the game provides a fun, explosive experience with a strong emphasis on action and exploration.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    We feel it isn't as good as the first season, but we really enjoyed it and we loved all the consequences to our decisions. Looking forward to the third season.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game has been very good adapted to the pad controls, making it a great opportunity for console players to try the first game of the series. It doesn't match the visuals of the original, however, and doesn't add any new feature of content.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Project Diva Megamix is a great rhythm-base game, addictive and fun. If you’re a long-term fan of the series you might not find enough new features here, but if you want to give the series a try for the first time, this can be a good choice.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Infernax is a solid metroidvania that, even if it doesn’t try to do anything new or exciting, becomes a good option for those who enjoy the genre and a NES-like art style.

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