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
    • 67 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It's a very good RPG that reminds us of the JRPGs from the early 2000s. It has some good surprises, but also some rough edges.
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    • 68 Critic Score
    It's enjoyable and charming, but also too simple and short. It's not a bad option for a younger audience, but it's definitely not aimed at more experienced players.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Stirkers Edge is a game with a very classic arcade feeling. If you want something like that, particularly focused on the multiplayer, this can be a good option.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Although it's more focused on the competitive side, it does its job and delivers a quite enjoyable experience.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Subnautica is a beautiful adventure, addictive and charming, particularly if you play it in VR.
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    • 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.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This remake is everything we could have asked for. The original game is a masterpiece, and Bluepoint Games have done a wonderful job adapting the experience to 2018's standards. If you haven't played Shadow of the Colossus yet, please do it, regardless of whether it's the original, the remaster or the remake.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Celeste is a charming, excellent platformer that becomes one of the first surprises of 2018. If you choose to play it, you’ll find a perfect gameplay, great ideas, amazing level design and a pretty interesting story.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a very interesting and original mix of FPS and RTS, that works quite well both alone or with up to four players.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    UFC 3 is a great game for MMA fans. This entry polishes the formula and includes a campaign mode, but newcomers are likely to face a steep learning curve.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a very enjoyable and thorough train management simulator, but if you happen to be a Spanish-speaking player, keep in mind the translation is not the best, to the point of making some missions only beatable through trial and error.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Lost Sphear brings back that classic RPG feeling, so if you're looking for that, you won't be disappointed. However, we feel like it's time for the team to take some creative risks
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a dream come true. Everything we can expect from a Dragon Ball game is here, and not only it looks amazing, but it also plays wonderfully. One of the first must-have from 2018.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter World is exactly what the franchise needed. It evolves the formula and makes it easier to understand and get into, while keeping all its essence and making it as good as it has always been.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Iconoclasts is a beautiful 2D action platformer. It doesn’t offer anything new, but it's very well crafted and charming.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    InnerSpace is beautiful, relaxing and has a great art direction, but gameplay-wise it falls short.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a unique experience, one of those games you don't expect to surprise you or make you think, and then you're blown away. Brilliant writing and clever design work together to create a game you don't want to miss.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Inpatient looks good; sound goods and has a couple of interesting ideas, but it lacks purpose. It doesn't work as a walking simulator because the story isn't that good, and it doesn't work as a horror game because it lacks gameplay. If you want to be scared, though, it can be fun.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    This is a safe bet: if you like the original you will find more of that here. It's a good RPG, but there aren't many surprises here.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shu
    It doesn't last long, but it's very enjoyable and intense. A good and addictive platformer that works great on the Switch.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a wonderful coop beat ‘em up that manages to surprise in every single aspect. Unless you hate the genre, you’ll have a great time with it.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tiny Metal isn’t particularly innovative, but that’s not bad. It takes a solid foundation and successfully brings back an experience many players miss.
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    • 78 Critic Score
    If you miss those old-school wrestling games from the 90s, you'll probably enjoy this one. It's deeper than it looks, and it really captures the feeling.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    To the Moon's sequel delivers again a beautiful story that goes beyond our expectations. If you want to live a story about life and happiness, play it.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Romancing SaGa 2 isn't Square's best RPG, but it's unique and different. This version adds new content and enhanced visuals, so it's probably the best way to experience this classic.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    PUBG has managed to create experiences you can't find anywhere else (or at least, you couldn't). It needs to improve some aspects and polish some things to become a legend, but the foundations are already very, very good.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Portal is kinda back with a clever puzzle, quite enjoyable and engaging. Some aspects need a little bit of extra polishing, but if you like physics-based puzzles, we think you'll like it.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a great way to rediscover some of the best cases from L.A. Noire. We would've loved to play the full game, but it is definitely a very solid experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    We've enjoyed learning about Chloe and Rachel, and we think this is a great ending for the series. This particular episode prioritizes narrative over gameplay, but we think it works, and we can only say that Deck Nine has done a great job creating this prequel.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Captain Tsubasa fans will definitely enjoy this title, although micro transactions are far from honest. Considering you can download it for free, I think at least it's worth a try.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Top 100 is a good tribute to the series, but a disappointing Mario Party. It lacks modes and the depth of a proper entry, although it's quite enjoyable and does deliver a bunch of hours of fun.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Yet another music game lands on Switch, with tons of content and very interesting gameplay.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    SpellForce 3 is a good strategy RPG. It isn’t very deep, but it’s addictive and a lot of fun.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    It’s a shame the final version of Hello Neighbor isn’t what we wanted it to be. The great concept is poorly executed, with plenty of issues, ranging from the physics to the AI or the puzzle design.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Overall, it’s a good game. Titles like Persona 5 and Trails of Cold Steel are much better, but if you’ve played them and you’re looking for something similar, it’s a good option.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    LocoRoco 2 still is a great game, but it doesn't offer anything you couldn't find in the original. Anyway, it's a good opportunity for new players to discover it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Fallout 4 is an incredible experience in VR that works better than we expected, although it comes with the expected shortcomings of this technology.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Beautiful, unique and different. Gorogoa is an incredible puzzle game that feels short, but manages to deliver an incredible sense of discovery and surprise every single second.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A timeless classic no one should miss. As a re-remaster doesn't offer much new, but if you haven't played it yet, it's the best way to do it.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This title has a lot of good ideas, but the execution has a few aspects that could be improved. It still is very enjoyable, so if you’re looking for a quiz game give this one a try.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    A beautiful game, particularly good for two players. It needs something else to be unforgettable, but fans of the genre will definitely enjoy it.
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    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Seven is a good stealth game, spiced up with RPG features. It has some issues, but it is very enjoyable overall.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    You need to get used to its uniqueness, but it is a good game overall. We recommend it particularly if you want a shoot 'em up with some innovation.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This title is a great platformer, that shows there are still ways to surprise within the genre. If you want a platformer for Christmas, this one is a pretty good option.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    A year later, Dead Rising 4 arrives on PS4 with the same vices and virtues, but with more content than ever. It's not the best in the series, but still an enjoyable game.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Telltale struggles to get it right with the Dark Night and make the game he deserves. A very disappointing episode that asks –again– for a change in the formula.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Considering how cheap it is and its quality, we think it's a very good option if you want to play a classic shoot 'em up on modern platforms.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're looking for an accessible karaoke, and you're happy with a selection of popular songs, this is your game. If you're looking for a deeper title or a more innovative one, this isn't your game.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It’s always good to have new options and opportunities to play a game. The Last Hope hasn’t aged as well as other RPGs, but it’s a good game, particularly if you enjoy the combat more than the story.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    At the beginning it can be frustrating, but give it some time, find the control scheme that works best for you, and get ready to enjoy DOOM in a way you’ve never done it before.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pocket Camp isn’t a traditional Animal Crossing, but it works quite well as a mobile game. Considering how well received it’s been, we hope for quite a lot of support from Nintendo.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Monolith Soft delivers again one of the best RPGs of the year. A must-have you cannot miss if you like the genre, even if it’s just a tiny bit.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ode
    Ode is original, unique and interesting. It’s short but it’s also cheap, so if you’re looking for something experimental, this can be your choice.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This sequel still is a great cooperative game –and very enjoyable on your own–, and this version shows how well Switch can handle “big” games.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    There isn't much new content here, but Revelations still is a very good game, and the Switch version is a very solid one.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Battle Chef Brigade is beautiful, original and works better than you would expect from a game that mixes such different genres. One of the last surprises of the year.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Overall, this series has been good, and the fifth episode is the closure it needed. Yes, we would like to see a change in the Telltale formula, but it still is quite enjoyable when we have dialogues and characters like these.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Challenging, immersive and very fun, Raw Data is a great VR experience, although the lack of multiplayer modes on PS4 is a noticeable shortcoming.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although it's a relatively unnecessary remaster (you can play the original on the same console and the graphic updates are minor), it still is a good game you'll enjoy if you like the series.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This entry walks away from the traditional point & click gameplay of the series, but it still offers a very engaging and interesting adventure.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    If you like the original, this sequel delivers exactly what you expect: more and better content. A good title that never gets to shine.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    If you like arena-based multiplayer games, this one deserves a try. Fast, fun and challenging, it’s one of those games that can keep you playing for a long time.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This fusion of interactive play and game is a very nice surprise for VR users. If you like mystery murder-like stories, don’t miss this one.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for an interactive story based on this universe, you have here a good one. If you want a narrative-based game, you might want to look somewhere else, since the only thing you can do here is making decisions and unfortunately many of them don’t seem to matter.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    We’ve been waiting for this version for a few months, and it’s disappointing to find that technically it’s not meeting the expectations. RiME is a great game, but if you can, play it on another platform.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An outstanding RPG, very narrative focused, that polishes and improves many aspects of the original.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As a fishing game, Monster of the Deep is actually quite fun, with many ways of enjoying fishing. Yes, there are probably better ways to bring FFXV to VR, but if you enjoyed fishing in the main game, give this a try.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Imagine Buzz, but more colorful, with more ways to play and controlled with a phone. We’ve had a great time playing with friends, and if you enjoy this type of quiz show-like game, it’s worth your money.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a very limited title that can’t hide its mobile origins. The lack of similar titles on Switch leave Gear.Club Unlimited as an acceptable options for racing fans, though.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Having pets in The Sims 4 is great news, and even if it isn't the most original expansion, it still is a good addition to the game.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Hidden Agenda tells us an interesting story, and adds a new type of game to the PlayLink lineup, but unfortunately, it's quite short and not very replayable, considering it is part of a set of games designed to be played with friends.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Bethesda has managed to bring Skyrim to VR successfully. It takes a while to get use to this type of game in VR, but once it clicks, you'll find an amazing way to rediscover a great and very special game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Cat Quest is a very good RPG, very fun and absorbing. It isn't very long or deep, but overall it's a very enjoyable adventure.
    • 26 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Nostalgia can't save this title. We appreciate the effort to bring a classic series, but the execution has too many flaws.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    L.A: Noire is an unique game, charming and with a unique concept no one has tried to replicate again. If you want to rediscover the game or play it for the first time, these versions will get you the full experience.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It is undeniable that Rocket League should look much better on Nintendo Switch, but this version keeps the core gameplay intact, and that’s what really matters.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    You won’t find many new features here, but both the universe and the formula are quite good, so the result is a very enjoyable game.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Outcast was a revolutionary game back in the day. Here you’ll find a 2017-looking version of the game that still plays like the original, which is great for its fans, but can be tough for newcomers.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Nintendo Switch gets a very good port of this legendary adventure. Portability aside, there aren’t many reasons to buy this game again on Switch, but if you haven’t played it or you want it on the go, you can find a very solid version here.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Football Manager 2018 adds some new features and overall improves the flow of the experience, but we're starting to feel the need of bigger and more relevant additions.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    These are the definitive editions of one of the best episodes of the franchise, delivering a better, bigger and more complete game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    These are the definitive editions of one of the best episodes of the franchise, delivering a better, bigger and more complete game.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Battlefront II is an excellent shooter thanks to its gameplay and a great amount of content. Yes, the loot boxes system may feel unfair, but it is an outstanding game overall.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's quite short and we miss a wider variety of situations, but it is a very enjoyable VR title if you like mystery and horror. Without VR, it loses a lot of its impact.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    EA has managed to successfully adapt the UI to the PS4 controller, and even if sometimes it isn't as intuitive as it should, it's quite accessible. The Sims experience remains, but if you can choose a version, keep in mind this one is three years behind content-wise.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ubisoft has done a great job with this game, fun and very balanced when it comes to in-app purchases. If you like the series, give it a try.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Obviously, we have to sacrifice graphics and performance to get portability, but if you're happy with that, you'll get a very good version to play on the go.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Sonic returns with an adventure full of good intentions, but poorly executed. The control and level design are the main issues to tackle, but if you're a hardcore fan Sonic, you'll probably enjoy the game.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Payback is enjoyable because the foundations it is build on (Criterion's Burnout Paradise foundations) still work, but after this break we expected something more. Need for Speed is a good game that needs new ideas or a much better execution (or both) to be again the great franchise it was.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Bubsy hasn't improved much in all these years. It's short, not very well designed and the main character doesn't have much charisma. With so many options in the market right now, it's hard to recommend Bubsy's new adventure.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Battle Royale is an interesting spin-off, and it's meant to be played with friends. The online community doesn't seem too active at the moment, so we can only recommend it if you have people to play it with.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    Super Lucky's Tale is a very enjoyable game. It's very easy for long-time fans of the genre, but if you're looking for light-hearted platforming adventure, it's a good choice.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Going back to the series’ origins doesn’t deliver that renewed strength we expected, and the campaign feels a little bit underwhelming. However, this entry still is a very good shooting game, and it shines again in its multiplayer modes.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It is obvious that Spintires is aimed at a certain audience, but if you fit in that group of players who would enjoy truck racing, you'll be quite happy with this title, making the most of its virtues and forgiving its shortcomings.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Megaton Rainfall has a very interesting concept, and we've had a lot of fun with it. It's a shame it gets a little bit repetitive over time and visually doesn't hold up, but overall it's quite enjoyable.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Deck Nine are doing a great job with the series, and this episode is another example. Brave New World is defined by unforgettable sequences, interesting relationships and a surprising cliffhanger.

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