Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,588 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:
6591 game reviews
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Observer still is a great adventure, full of mystery and with a solid narrative, that looks better than ever with this version.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    One of the best JRPG ever made lands in Europe for the first time, with localised text and the addition of Radical Dreamers. It’s great to be able to finally play it, even if it falls short as a remaster.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Limbic Entertainment has listened to its fans, and this is the game we've been asking for. It's an episode inspired by the franchise's roots, so if you played the classics, you know what to expect.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Fans of turn-based strategy will find here a solid game that will help us discover some of the most important events in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This charming debut by Zockrates Laboratories stands out for its beautiful handcrafted visuals and a clever material-swapping mechanic that adds depth to platforming and puzzle-solving, although its limited freedom, weak enemy design, and chaotic level organization slightly hold it back from greatness.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It is the ultimate dungeon crawler and fans are going to love it, although we miss some additions and a more elaborate story.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a good metroidvania. There are better games out there, but it gets everything right, and fans of the genre will enjoy this 8-bit-inspired adventure.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It's hard, eventually hard and well designed. There's nothing outstanding, but everything is correct. However, we don't really understand why it's so focused on in-app purchases when we have already paid for it.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Although its gameplay is a bit flawed and its narrative can feel slow, Eastward is a game that rewards us for sticking with it with unique moments that become memorable.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It is not a very ambitious comeback, but it still is a great game full of content and does bring some interesting additions. If you want a mix of puzzles and RPG, give this a try.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It’s great to see a classic JRPG like this being remade in such a respectful manner. Even with some flaws, it’s a fantastic way to play this unforgettable classic in 2020.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Capcom tries it again with better results, but there is still plenty of room for improvement.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a very good strategy game for those who want to explore the genre for the first time or just enjoy it without digging too deep into it.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Ghostbusters is a good game, a bit far from the great 3rd person action titles in gameplay and, specially, in visuals, but it has two things which make it a unique game, the originality of its gameplay, and the atmosphere: the sensation of being starring a Ghostbusters movie, interacting with, learning of and following the path of a myth of the eighties.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Yet another great entry of the series. If you are a motorsport fan, you cannot miss it.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It does not have the soul of a Final Fantasy game, but still we had lots of fun playing it. If you take it as a spin-off, then you'll find a very enjoyable game, especially for Lightning fans.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Neocore has built an original and consistent game premise, which is attractive and successfully combines military strategy with a RPG-like development which allows different game experiences in each game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    PlatinumGames delivers a solid arcade hack & slash with really good ideas, and offers both accessible gameplay and a deeper experience if we stick to it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    DICE has made this game for and because of all the Mirror's Edge fans, but, even being a good game, sadly the transition to the open world and a few weak points (story, combat, AI) leave this sequel a step behind the original.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It's a step in the right direction to become the Dragon Ball game we all want. It's a game we really enjoyed and it won't disappoint Dragon Ball fans.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    One of the entries in the Tiger Woods series which has included more new features in this generation of consoles, including a great mode in which we can relive Tiger Woods career. Kinect compatibility is obviously the greatest new feature, which works quite well, although it doesn't achieve to replace the traditional controls. A great golf simulator, though.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Stellar Blade is a game that ambitiously attempts various elements, but not all of them hit the mark equally. Its shining moments come in the form of exhilarating combat, action-packed levels, and epic boss battles. However, its narrative delivery, open-world segments, and secondary missions falter, leaving some ideas underdeveloped, such as underutilized platforming mechanics and a neglected equipment system. Despite its flaws, it ultimately offers an enjoyable, diverse, and entertaining adventure, especially for those seeking straightforward action. While it falls short of its full potential, Stellar Blade remains a title worth considering for its fun factor alone.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Even though it is a step forward from the previous episode, there are still some AI-related issues that need to be fixed. Apart from that, the lack of campaign mode –so far, it'll be added as free DLCs later– makes it a platform where, at the moment, we can only enjoy the community creations.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Aftermath is a very interesting horror adventure. It’s engaging and well designed, and we have enjoyed exploring the Barclay Manor even if there was a constant sense of déjà vu.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    While not revolutionary, this is a good metroidvania for players who are looking for a more action-oriented take on the genre.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Willy Jetman is a good choice if you’re looking for a 90’s-inspired adventure that combines several genres. It needs something more unique as it evolves, but overall there is a lot of fun to be had.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Hatsune Miku fans will find here a title made for them, but still, it's enjoyable for anyone into the music the game relies on.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    TumbleSeed is unique and different, and has very distinctive features. It's roguelike take on a skill-based game isn't for everyone, but if you like how it sounds, give it a try.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Although the basic gameplay is the same through all the game and it becomes repetitive, it has many spells and abilities and the various characters make it an enjoyable game.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It's a great game that will help us kill some time while we wait for Fallout 4. Nothing revolutionary, but definitely fun.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is definitely a very original title. If you like builder puzzles with a twist, make sure you try this unique game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a compelling entry of the series, and it will please those fans of the originals of last generation, but it lacks some freshness as an action and platforms title.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Good Job! is chaos, but the best type of chaos. We’ve had a great time with its crazy concept, both playing coop and solo, and we definitely recommend it to those looking for this type of game.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Electronic Arts has proved how to make a good use of a character license, offering hours of fun and a magic world to explore.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Webbed offers a really fun physics-based system and gameplay mechanics and a world full of things to do, although it can become repetitive after a while.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This retrospective is pleasing, and it doesn't reserve resources to offer new challenges, reinventing itself constantly.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The main addition here is the VR mode, that makes ZoE feel like a completely different game. The regular mode just makes it look great on 4K displays, while keeping the amazing gameplay it always had.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is what Suda51 fans want. It's fresh, unique and very, very fun, even though we think it could have used some extra weeks of development to erase that feeling of being a little bit rushed, and become a better game.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a great idea, with some brilliant puzzles and some not-so-brilliant ones. Still, taking into account its affordable price, we think it deserves a try.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    If you can get over the Japanese-focused presentation or if you're a fan of Hatsune Miku, you'll find a music game that does entertain, and, on the top of that, is accessible and fun.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This sequel improves its predecessor with better combat and visuals, though it suffers from underwhelming exploration, technical inconsistencies, and lack of localization. Fans of the franchise will enjoy its story and charm, but its limited innovations might not attract broader JRPG enthusiasts.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Even though it isn’t very scary, Signalis is a great take on the survival horror genre, particularly if you are a fan of the classics.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a great tower defense game, with plenty of references to old vampire movies and, about all, with many hours of fun.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    It lacks something that makes it unique or surprising, but apart from this, it's a solid, engaging experience fans of RPGs are going to enjoy.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is one of the best LEGO games we’ve played in a while. There’s nothing surprising or challenging here if you know the formula, but there is a lot of fun.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is what Ninja Gaiden 3 should have been when it was first released. Tecmo and Team Ninja have listened to their fans and offered a great game, but it's still far from perfect. If you're going to play the game, make sure you play this version.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is what Ninja Gaiden 3 should have been when it was first released. It's still far from perfect, but it brings back some of the feelings the series used to have.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Although gameplay-wise is far from Ninja Theory’s best works, the universe and the story are outstanding. Put your headphones on and let the world of Hellblade absorb you.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for a 2D approach to the Souls series, this is a great choice. It is not perfect, by any means, but it is beautiful and challenging.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    If you’re up for a challenge, this may be your game. It’s addictive and rewarding, and very, very hard, so check it out if you like testing your skills.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    There are many things that this adaptation could have done better, but, overall, it gives us a good opportunity to rediscover this game in VR.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    A simple idea very well executed. It lacks a bit of content, but it’s a solid choice if you’re looking for a party game that is also different.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This unique life simulator delivers a constant stream of absurd humor through creative Mii interactions and deep customization tools. The new design workshop provides immense creative freedom, yet the experience frequently suffers from repetitive dialogue and shallow minigames. Despite these mechanical cycles, its charming presentation ensures a joyful, if occasionally monotonous, daily routine.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    The remaster enhances the graphics and adds quality-of-life improvements while retaining the original's enjoyable combat and puzzle mechanics, though the dated fixed camera and limited graphical upgrades may frustrate some modern players.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Amplitude is a gift for the nostalgic, with a limited budget resulting in a limited tracklist. If you're ok with this, then Amplitude still is as good as it was.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Despite occasional performance issues in multiplayer, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble on Nintendo Switch offers a vibrant, colorful world with diverse levels and addictive gameplay, featuring innovative mechanics like the spin boost and a wealth of customization options, making it a blast for both newcomers and longtime fans alike.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    It's hard to recommend The Tomorrow Children. The idea is really good, but it's one of those games with a very particular gameplay, so you might want to wait for the free-to-play version if you're not sure of what it has to offer. If you like what you see, then you'll enjoy this original adventure.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    If you miss SNES’ beat ‘em ups, well, this is your lucky day. The Ninja Saviors is a great action game, and yet another example of this genre that seems to be coming back.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    If you like anime and videogames you shouldn't lose this game, as it can be considered an ultimate experience that blendes perfectly both worlds, and manages to engage the players until the very end. The problem is that the game is a bit short, around six hours, and is not a very replayable one. Although the blend of action and cinematics is perfect, those players who are just looking for an action game might be a bit disappointed for the amount of non-playable time.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    JYDGE is fun, offers a lot of replayability and adds a great coop mode. It's not unforgettable, but it's definitely enjoyable.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    With a strong sense of cooperative gameplay, Wildgate offers an original and engaging blend of space simulation and FPS action, featuring flexible roles, dynamic missions, and solid progression, though its overreliance on combat over objective-based victory, repetitive procedural environments, and limited matchmaking hold it back from reaching its full potential.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This is a fast and challenging title, quite focus on beating scores, but even if you play it just for the campaign, it's still a good choice.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    The Medium is an interesting mystery narrative adventure that, unfortunately, simplifies everything it does so much that dissolves the promised horror. It is very enjoyable and we’ve had a great time with it, but it handholds the player so much that they have barely any time to think or feel fear.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    It successfully mixes action, political management and customization. It's not revolutionary, but still a good episode.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This Asobo Studios game is a good entry in the racing genre, although some aspects, specially the audiovisual part, could have been better.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Lock's Quest is a twist to the tower defense genre with RTS. A little gem from 5th Cell that fans of the genre shouldn't miss.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    FIFA 19 is a step in the right direction. There are still some big differences between this and the main versions of the game, but it’s a great way to enjoy FIFA on your Switch.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This spin-off revitalizes the Rune Factory series with a fresh, Japan-inspired setting, introducing village management and sacred dance mechanics alongside combat and farming. While its charming visuals and engaging world-building shine, technical issues like frame drops and pop-in detract from the experience.
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    • 77 Critic Score
    KWAAN is an experiment gone right. It's a game to be enjoyed without pressure, without focusing on its possibilities but on its evolution, on being part of it and, somehow, being happier.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Small Radios Big Televisions is strange, but it absorbs you and won't let you go till you finish it. A dark story, well-executed (although simplistic) puzzles and a quite original art style.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This is the same experience that we know, now with a correct implementation of the DualSense that doesn’t really add anything too exciting.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This is an small, addictive game, that’s perfect for short sessions. If you missed it on mobile, give it a try on Switch.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Paper Beast is weird, very weird, and we think that’s a good thing. This puzzle-based adventure is one of the most unique adventures we’ve played in VR, and we definitely recommend it if you’re looking for something different.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Friends of Mineral Town is a great way to spend time having a quiet, virtual life as a farmer. It’s a slow-paced game, but it’s also ideal if you just want to sit back and relax and enjoy the country life.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    We always have a great time playing Sea of Thieves, but we need more content and options to give us a reason to come back. It’s something unique, so make sure you try it and decide if this pirate life is for you.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    If you're looking for an alternative to REZ, Aaero does a pretty good job. The references are clear, but it works, and it offers an enjoyable and challenging experience.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Styx comes back with a satisfying adventure that feels like a big step forward compared to the previous one. It's not one of the best stealth-based games, but still very enjoyable.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This is the version PC users should have played the first time. Controls might feel a bit outdated, but the experience is still as good as it was originally on GameCube.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Shinobi for Nintendo 3DS offers plenty of hardcore action which will be enjoyed by veteran gamers and fans of the classic games. Although the game falls in the visual side from the middle of the story, its great combat system offers plenty of fun.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This nostalgic RPG masterfully blends classic turn-based combat with a brilliant musical theme, evoking the golden era of Square Enix. It delivers a charming narrative and striking art style, although sluggish combat pacing and inconsistent puzzle design occasionally hinder the flow. Despite these minor frustrations, the unique mechanical integration creates a refreshing experience for traditional genre fans.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    The Spectrum Retreat isn’t the most original game when it comes to puzzles, but its setting, narrative and story make up for it. If you want to use your brain while you discover a very interesting story, go for it.
    • 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.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Sable offers a very unique concept, so if you’re happy to get lost in its world of discovery, you will enjoy it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Maybe saying that this is currently the best helicopter simulation game is not the greatest of the praise due the lack of competition, but certainly it is an enjoyable game.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This Asobo Studios game is a good entry in the racing genre, although some aspects, specially the audiovisual part, could have been better.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Maybe saying that this is currently the best helicopter simulation game is not the greatest of the praise due the lack of competition, but certainly it is an enjoyable game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    As an Art Academy game, it has a very interesting didactic value, but the Pokémon addition makes it perfect for a different audience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Life is Strange 2 is able to tell one of those stories that are hard to forget. It feels like a step back from the original, but if you get emotionally involved with the characters, it will stay with you.
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    • 77 Critic Score
    BOTOLO is weird, and we like that. Its competitive gameplay is deep but accessible, and we can guarantee you're going to have some fun and intense matches playing with friends.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Rebellion delivers a polished but conservative entry that feels more like an expansion than a full sequel, keeping its enjoyable mix of stealth, action, and exploration intact. While the core gameplay remains satisfying with large maps and flexible approaches to missions, the lack of innovation and graphical improvements makes it feel like Sniper Elite 5.5 rather than a true step forward.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Styx: Blades of Greed delivers satisfying, vertical stealth and impressive Unreal Engine 5 visuals, showcasing a charismatic protagonist and enhanced mobility. Yet, its ambition is undermined by clumsy combat, inconsistent AI, and noticeable technical bugs, like texture loading, preventing a truly polished and seamless experience.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    This version enhances Ultimate Showdown’s visuals and adds rollback netcode, but its implementation is inconsistent, and the lack of cross-play with PS4 limits the online experience. While the core gameplay remains excellent, the absence of single-player content and the high price of DLC make it feel like a missed opportunity rather than a definitive edition.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Mega Coin Squad would have worked incredibly well on arcade machines, but it still works on console. A great choice if you want a game to play with friends.
    • 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.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Simon the Sorcerer: Origins successfully revives the classic franchise with modern graphics and humor, blending nostalgic references with engaging exploration and clever puzzles, although some puzzle solutions rely too much on trial and error and the inventory can feel cumbersome.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Hokuto no Ken fans will love this game, although it's not as good as the franchise it borrows from, Yakuza. Still, a good and enjoyable adventure.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Moving Out is a game you want to try if you are looking for something to play with a friend. It’s brilliantly designed and requieres a lot of skill and coordination, but it’s also fun and easy to pick up.

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