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
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    As a genre-defining game, this is a great experience everyone should try. Still, the remastering falls short for today's standards.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This expansion feels fresh and better than the main game. If you enjoyed Saints Row III or IV, you should try it.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There are not any remarkable additions, but at least the visual improvement is appreciated. It is not the best sandbox game, but it'll give you tons of fun.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The same good ol' Duke. Visuals might feel outdated, but the fun remains the same.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    We get more content in a portable experience. It's not a revolution, but it keeps the soul of 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.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Moving from mobile to PC has allowed this game to make some improvements we really appreciate. Still, you can tell that some of its features, like the unlocking system, is based off a free-to-play model, and that doesn't feel that well. One way or another, it delivers a good experience.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    It's unique, fresh and makes you think. As weird as it may look, Framed is one of those milestones in mobile gaming, and one of those games you have to try.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The franchise leaves behind the melodramatic concept of the previous episodes, but the new gameplay system, more action-focused, works well for a mobile game.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    This game is based on good ideas, but the execution isn't that good. If you're looking for a zombie game and you're interested in the RPG concept, it might deserve a try.
    • 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
    • 87 Critic Score
    This is a great example of what freee-to-play games should be: fun, engaging and perfectly playable for every user.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The core experience is as good as in any other episode of the franchise, but the free-to-play approach becomes really intrusive.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It is true that we (Spanish users) don't get this trilogy the way we wanted, but if English is not a problem for you, then you'll find a great collection with three games that are still an outstanding experience.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    This new adventure is charming, clever and fun. One of those games "full of Nintendo" that you cannot miss if you like puzzle-based experiences.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    FF XIII-2 is just one of those versions without relevant upgrades, but good enough if you missed it on the original platforms. Probably, the best episode of the Lightning trilogy.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This isn't the best episode of the franchise, but that doesn't mean it's bad. It's a good 3D adventure, even though the visual upgrade isn't too relevant.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is one of the best episodes of the series. Thanks to the possibility of using smartphones as controllers playing with friends is going to be easier than ever.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    It's Tetris, and that's pretty much it. Unless you need to play Tetris on new consoles, there aren't too many reasons to choose this version.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    PC players get to play the best version so far, even though the game still is just a slice of MGS V. Now it's up to you to decide whether it's worth playing right now or if you should wait until the whole experience is released.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    It's a pretty solid, old-school platformer, but also pretty simple, and sometimes borrows too much from other games. Still, it's a perfect choice if you're looking for a game to play with your son or your little brother.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's been a long wait, but it's been worth it. It's an episode that doesn't evolve the formula too much, but that has some new additions and will satisfy fans of the franchise.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's a very simple concept, but it works well and gets really addictive. If you're looking for a game that is just that, a game, this one is a great option.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 51 Critic Score
    It doesn't take the series any step further, and pretty much everything in it is mediocre.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Even though it's a good concept, the execution has its ups and downs, and feels like a game that could have ended up being a better experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    It isn't the most polished port of a game but it still plays well and offers some fun. If you're looking for a multiplayer-based game this may be a good choice.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is the best puzzle game of the year. A very clever, Portal-ish experience you shouldn't miss.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    If playing in English is not a problem then this is a great moment to relive one of the best RPGs ever made.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The physics and driving system (that must be configured by the user to make it work) will put off many people, but those who get into the game will find a deep racing game meant to be played with friends, and it has a massive amount of things to do in game as well.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    One of the best RPGs available on 3DS. If you like Persona and Etrian Odyssey, go ahead and play it.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you enjoyed the first spin-off, you're going to love this one. It's no longer surprising, but that doesn't mean it's not enjoyable and fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Telltale gets us deep into the "game of thrones", with a great starting chapter that will not disappoint any GoT fan.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a great board game, deep and fun, that not only will be enjoyed by fans of the franchise it is based on, but also by anyone interested in this kind of experience. Actually, we wouldn't be surprised if after playing the virtual version you go and buy the physical one.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It improves the original formula, but, obviously, doesn't surprise as the original did. Still, one of the best fighting games available at the moment.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Even though once you get to know how it works it's fun, the first impression isn't too positive, since it feels chaotic and confusing. Also, we would love to have more content to add variety to the experience.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This game deserves carrying the name of the franchise. It makes some changes, focusing more on beating ourselves in every stage, but the core experience remains.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It manages to take a step forward from the previous episode, and becomes one of the most faithful adaptations of the Warhammer universe.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Watch Dogs is a good sandbox, but Ubisoft has delivered a version that doesn't take advantage of the unique features of the console.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Even though it has aged well, there are some aspects that don't feel that good today. Still, it's an experience worth enjoying, with 50+ hours of fun ahead.
    • 32 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    If you like Sonic, don't even try it. It might work as a platformer for kids, particularly if they're also watching the TV show. Still, we can see there are some good ideas behind it, but the execution isn't the right one.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It's just more Picross, but that doesn't mean it's something bad. Quite the opposite.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Telltale proves they can adapt their narrative skills to almost any franchise, and brings us one of the best first episodes we've seen in any of their series.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Nintendo did it again. It's a great game to play with friends, with so much content we can literally spend months playing it. Also, yet another reason to buy a Wii U.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is what WoW deserves in its 10th anniversary. No matter if you haven't played in a while, Warlords of Draenor is the best reason to come back. Or to keep on playing, of course.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is exactly what it looks. It has solid foundations, but the rest of the game is not that solid. Still, if you think you're going to like what the game has to offer, then it won't disappoint you.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    There is a lot of room for improvement here, but the series are on the right way. Still, it you're looking for a mobile manager, this one delivers a good experience.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    As a Sonic game there's nothing positive here, but as a game, in general, it is a reasonable options for kids, particularly if they're fans of the TV series.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It's a solid RPG meant to relieve the classic experiences of the genre. Consequently, there's nothing 'new' here but a tribute to the genre.
    • 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.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's a great experience, but it offers no challenge and it vanishes too soon. Still, the base is solid, and we're looking forward to seeing what the talent behind this game offers in the future.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    We've never seen a platformer like this work so well. Original and challenging, it deserves an opportunity if you like the genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Sumo Digital has done a great job with the franchise, taking a big step forward in the right direction. A game any LBP fan should play.
    • 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.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is what every remake should be: the same experience but with so many new features and so up-to-date that it's worth reliving even if you played the original game.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is what every remake should be: the same experience but with so many new features and so up-to-date that it's worth reliving even if you played the original game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It brings not only more content, but also a very interesting twist to the gameplay. It's such a step forward that it could have been called Company of Heroes 3.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    As a game there are many aspects that should be polished or improved, but it is a great experience, original and very didactic.
    • 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    It's a fine tribute in the form of an endless runner, very fun and addictive.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    2K builds a solid foundation for the franchise, with an outstanding amount of content and very solid gameplay. Also, visuals have evolved quite a lot, but animations haven't quite so much.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Some aspects do work, some other have some room for improvement. Still, it has a lot of content and will be satisfying for many players.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It has its ups and downs, maybe too many, but the plot keeps you engaged and there are some moments that are very well-executed.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It is an unique experience, accessible and touching. If you're looking for something different, don't miss it.
    • 97 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Rockstar's masterpiece is better than ever. It's up to you to decide whether it's worth your time and money if you've already played it, but if you haven't, we can tell you it is.
    • 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.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's been a nice surprise, since it works better than we expected. It offers a deep, very engaging combat system, and a narrative worth checking out.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This title proves that even if you're aimed at a younger audience you can offer a fun game, with a lot of content and balanced gameplay.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    The surprise Far Cry 3 is gone, but this time is bigger and better, and we still loved playing it. If you like first-person action games, you shouldn't miss this one.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It's somehow a sequel to the gameplay system seen on Black Flag, but still it works. If you liked the previous episode and you don't mind the lack of additions, it won't disappoint you.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It works as a Micro Machines spiritual successor, but we recommend to try it first, since it might doesn't appeal those who doesn't feel that nostalgic or no longer play with friends offline.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It lives by the rules of the classic graphic adventure, which is great for those who enjoy the good old games of the genre, even though that also means that some aspects of the game might be consider negative by those who prefer newer adventures. Still, a great game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    It's one of the best remakes/remastered editions we've seen so far, even though it's a shame Microsoft hadn't take this opportunity to make up for the voice acting issues Spanish fans had. There's no doubt it's the best chance to play the series, no matter if it's for the first time or once again.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It has its ups and downs, but it's a really good game. If you like the setting and the franchise, AC Unity won't disappoint you.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The first Dragon Age still is the best game of the franchise, but we've really enjoyed this one. Fans of the genre won't be disappointed.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is one of the best RPGs on PS Vita. It's fun, has a lot of content and great characters, so if you're looking for a game of this genre, Tales of Hearts R is a great option.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It is a step forward from the previous episode, but still there's a long way to go for NBA Live until they can fight again for the championship.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It's hard to see why this game is unique if you don't play it. If you already know what it is, now it is bigger and better than ever; if you don't, this is the best moment to discover it.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It was conceived as a Mega Drive/Genesis game, and that’s what it is. Now you have to think whether the features of a “true" 16 bit RPG are something positive or negative in 2014. If they are positive, then go for it.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There are some aspects with some room for improvement (like the lack of content), but still fans of the genre will definitely enjoy this experience. We think it’s a little bit pricey for what it offers, though.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    It is always risky launching a community-based game, but The Golf Club delivers a very solid experience, accessible, but also deep. There are many good ideas here, and we’re looking forward to see big, ambitious updates, or even a sequel that polishes and improves the overall experience.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Even though at its core it's a little bit simple, it's a great sequel, and, even better, it's an experience that makes you smile.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    It is the best sports manager we've have right now. There are not so many additions as we used to see a few years ago, but still a step forward forward the franchise.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's not a system-seller, but definitely one of those addictive retro-ish games you enjoy playing.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    We're getting the game only in English and via eShop, but it's a game fans of the genre cannot miss. One of those games you won't stop playing till you beat it.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    It is not a revolution, but it plays and looks great. It feels fresh, and the multiplayer mode is one of the best we've seen in a few years. If you give it a try, it might surprise you.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This game is what we could call a "Super Meat Boy 3D", since its gameplay relies on precision. It's not perfect, but its mechanics and difficulty make it very enjoyable.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you like first-person action games and you're looking for something different, you shouldn't miss this one. It's fun and addictive, and we only hope it gets a multiplayer mode sometime soon.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There aren't too many additions here, but there are enough to make you come back if you really liked the original one. If you haven't tried it yet, it is worth checking out, preferably if you have a friend to play with.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The concept may not be very original, but it is a solid and addictive experience, with some unique features that action fans will definitely enjoy. It's a great fit for PS Vita and if you like haunting monsters (ahem), you should give it a try.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There are many issues that prevent it from becoming a better game, but that doesn't mean we haven't had fun playing it. If you've already beaten Dark Soul games, this could be a great option.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It is one of the best strategy roguelike games we've played lately, and we've had a lot of fun doing so. We would've liked a better learning curve, but the challenge is still solid.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It still is one of the best hack & slash we've seen, even though there are few additions to play it again if you've already beaten it. One way or another, this is the best version of the original Bayonetta.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Crazy, fun and original. Insomniac brings a fresh mix for those looking for action in a way they've probably never seen before.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It feels good as an experiment, so it's a good choice if you're looking for an alternative to traditional fighting games. Consequently, it wouldn't work as such.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is an adventure whose key element is the mystery. A very interesting story and a very personal aesthetic will keep us engaged, even though its control system should be improved.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's a good action game, and it has one single aim: make sure the player has fun. It feels a little bit pricey, but it's worth checking out if you miss 90's action games.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It brings a solid experience, with lots of possibilities and a new environment that makes it feel classic but fresh at the same time.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    It feels like a game they just have to do, quick and within a limited budget. Still, it is fun and once everything is unlocked the combat system get deeper than we though.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    There's very little effort put into this game, and it feels like it just wants to use the LOTR name to make some easy money.

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