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
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ultimately, a noteworthy racing game, which genre fans will enjoy. Even for those who are not fans of the movies this is an enjoyable racing game.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you like RPGs and management, this is a pretty interesting option. It fails when it comes to certain aspects, like the combat, but overall it's very enjoyable.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Lord of Arcana will be liked by a very specific public who knows exactly what to expect from this game and its genre. It offers just what it promised, and nothing else: combat and hunting, and also exploration to find better items.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is a great medieval experience that combines RPG, strategy and action and gives us a lot of freedom to do whatever we want. Some mechanics are not very deep, but other than that, it’s a solid title.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Astronite combines platforms, action and exploration to deliver a metroidvania that doesn’t take many risks but gets the more core of the game right.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The third entry in this series leaves its roots behind to offer a more accessible game. We’ve had a good time with it, but Project Cars fans might be disappointed with this new approach.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Hoard is a very fun multiplayer game, not only for the pleasure of becoming a dragon and terrorize villagers, but also for the intense and dynamic mechanics its gameplay offers.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's quite good, and we enjoyed its gameplay and its team-based offer. We have to wait and see how it evolves, but the base concept leads us to think Ghost Recon Online may have a very bright future. We deeply encourage you to give it a try, especially if you like tactic action and you don't feel like spending any money.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nothing new, but it works. It's fun, entertaining and polished, so if you're looking for fast and simple action, give it a try.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Starpoint Gemini 2 works really well on Xbox One, and proves it's a fun game, well-balanced and engaging. Still, its story isn't particularly appealing and its gameplay doesn't reach its full potential, leaving room for some improvements.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Blade Arcus is a very solid and enjoyable fighting game, particularly recommended for those who love Shining Hearts, Shining Blade and Shining Resonance.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you like dark stories with a touch of psychological horror, make sure you give this a try. It also has a fair amount of endings, so you you can rediscover it several times.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A good collection of mini games becomes a great experience if you’re old enough to feel nostalgic.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Overcooked is not very original, but it's very well executed, and the multiplayer addition makes it very addictive.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A very fun and refreshing game, and a great start for Hironobu Sakaguchi on mobile platforms. The control is good and the gameplay mechanics are great, but it lacks some more depth and options. We also miss a multiplayer mode.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Felix the Reaper is very original and fun, which is something we can’t really say about many puzzle-based games. It struggles to stay fresh after a few hours, but it’s always enjoyable.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dark Devotion is full of imperfections, but it is also full of great ideas. If you like metroidvania games and the Dark Souls feeling, you should give it a try, since it does deliver a challenging but enjoyable adventure.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Although it doesn’t look very appealing, the gameplay itself is very solid, and Judgment is indeed a great option for those interested in this type of game.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It doesn't offer anything new when played solo, apart from the beautiful graphics, but it improves a lot when played cooperatively.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A good game directed to fans of the series, although it has some summaries of previous chapters for newcomers to get into the story. It has some great virtues, like an agile and fun combat system, an interesting story and good visual, but also some problems, like empty worlds or the repetition of scenarios. It is a recommended game if you can forgive its flaws.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Concrete Genie is a game made with love and passion, and it shows. Gameplay-wise it falls a little bit short, but it’s a touching adventure we do recommend.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It is an interesting adventure, but this version leaves some room for improvement, taking into account that two years have passed since its original release.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dexed can look simple, but it offers a challenging gameplay that can be really engaging and fun. It doesn't have much content, though, but is priced accordingly.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ubisoft’s latest entry refines rather than reinvents the series, offering a vibrant audiovisual experience, fun cooperative and fitness modes, and smooth integration with Just Dance+, but its inconsistent motion detection and the paywalled best songs keep it from fully shining.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Hot Pursuit’s core has aged very well, although not everything around it has. Even with its flaws, this is a solid racing game that we recommend to everyone who misses simpler times, when games didn’t need filler content to be greenlighted.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    As you can expect, Ninja Theory’s latest game has seen some technical sacrifices to fit Nintendo’s console, but the experience remains. Hellblade is a story that needs to be played, even if the gameplay isn’t as good.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Song of Nunu is a fun game that can be enjoyed even if you’ve never played LoL before. Great setting, clever puzzles and a fantastic protagonist duo shine in this otherwise slightly simplistic game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The remake offers a captivating atmosphere and strong narrative with beautiful, detailed environments and improved character models, but its puzzles remain quite simple and the performance suffers occasional frame drops on consoles. Overall, it is a faithful update that will appeal to adventure fans new to the game despite some technical shortcomings.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It is hands down a good game, providing in every aspect and it is very enjoyable, but it has too many superior rivals, which to be fair is not its fault.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It would be a tough buy decision for a series veteran, but is a more than recommended acquisition for those who want to jump into the music genre.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Madfinger surprised us with Shadowrun, a really ambitious game for iOS, and has achieved that again with Dead Trigger, at least in part. Despite being a bit simplistic and repetitive from a gameplay standpoint, it has some interesting features like infinite missions, great visuals and good controls. It is not a revolution, but it is enjoyable and quite affordable.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The concept is hilarious and it works great, but it feels quite short and makes you wish for a few extra levels. Still, a great experience enhanced by new control schemes on PS4.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    As long as you're ok with its anime nature, you'll find a good dungeon crawler, with a very interesting strategic side and challenge.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Vally is, hands down, the best Harvest Moon ever to have appeared for the PSP. It is a shame it has so long loading times, which cast a shadow over the game dynamics.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Wild Hearts is a Monster Hunter-like adventure with its own ideas that delivers something different, even with a flawed execution.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Youngblood is blast with friends, but its mission design is, in many occasions, just bad. This sort of open world approach could’ve worked, but not like this. If you like coop shooters you’ll have a good time, but bear in mind you’ll be facing some questionable checkpoints (or the lack of thereof) and walking up and down the same scenarios over and over.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Please Fix the Road is a game that knows how to execute its concept in a minimalistic way. It doesn’t always work, but when it does it’s really satisfying.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Blinking your life away is definitely one of the most interesting concepts we’ve ever seen, although the execution is a bit flawed.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    There are better and deeper hunting games, but we’ve had a great time with God Eater 3, and it’s a very good choice if you’re planning to play it with friends.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Guest is a game for those who look for an experience above anything else. There are some rough edges, but there's a very enjoyable, solid base that makes it worth it.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a very interesting metroidvania adventure fans of the genre will enjoy, although it feels very limited compared to other similar titles.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    There are some things holding it back, but overall Mutationem is a great game that we have really enjoyed.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The price and the fact that it's focused on replayability might be reasonable for some, but it still feels like an unfinished product. If you can't wait, at least you'll get a taste of Hitman.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lamentum is an interesting survival horror that has some room for improvement, but manages to deliver a fun pixel-art adventure for fans of the genre.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lego Rock Band is a good musical game, which perhaps will fall short for players who enjoyed Rock Band 2 or The Beatles: Rock Band.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    SuperCar Challenge won't make history for being one of the best driving title, but it is a good option for players who want to have a good time driving through official tracks with astounding cars.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a better game than The Umbral Star, although we feel like it doesn’t make the most of its combat system within the genre.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Stray is a good platform/puzzle adventure where discovering and exploring the world is fun, although it doesn’t do anything particularly original.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Simulacra 2 is a game that successfully experiments with storytelling, and delivers an engaging narrative with a many mysteries to solve. It’s best played on a phone, but if you like exploring new ways of discovering a story, it’s worth your time.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lego Rock Band is a good musical game, which perhaps will fall short for players who enjoyed Rock Band 2 or The Beatles: Rock Band.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Whether you are a fan or new to the series, Lulua has something for you. It doesn’t have many new feature, but overall it’s a very enjoyable JRPG.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Darktide delivers solid gameplay and strong design, although technical issues can worsen the experience.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Tri-Ace manages to revitalize the series after its last misstep. It’s not the best Star Ocean, but it is the game the franchise needed.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Although the game is very similar to other Dynasty Warriors titles, Next surprises with a touch control that works quite well and a remarkable number of enemies in screen without losing graphic quality. If you like the series this is a good acquisition for the PSVITA.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This episode is different, but it works. We think it misses some part of the Telltale DNA when it comes to the decision, but it is quite enjoyable.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Lego Rock Band is a good musical game, which perhaps will fall short for players who enjoyed Rock Band 2 or The Beatles: Rock Band.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Evil West is a weird but effective combination of hack & slash and Western with vampires, that goes straight to the point and is just fun.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Sinking City is a very interesting game, with some great ideas but also some shortcomings. If you’re looking for a slow-paced, investigation-based game, make sure to check this out.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Do you like EDF? Then you will like World Brothers 2, because it encapsulates the essence of the series without complications and provides a presentation that is a bit generic but also more polished than usual in other D3 Publisher games. It is an excellent family shooter and therefore we can say that Yuke’s has successfully fulfilled its mission: it is the perfect entry into this universe and the pastime for the fan who has already squeezed out Earth Defense Force 6.
    • 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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Friends of the Great Kingdom polishes some of the issues of the original and compensates for the lack of new features with characters known and loved by several generations.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The added content is not a reason to repurchase this game if you've already played it, but if you don't, it's a great opportunity to do so.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This light management game is a good tribute to the Atelier series and its characters, although maybe two decades of RPG deserved a little bit more.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Iron Danger is based on an interesting time-traveling that sometimes works great, and sometimes doesn’t. If you like the genre, though, it’s worth a try, as it offers something hard to find in other similar games.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Golf with your Friends is exactly what its title promises. It’s a great game to pick up and play, but it lacks some options that should be mandatory, like quick games with fewer holes, or automatically kicking out idle players, who ruin the fun for the rest.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Sid Meier's Starships is a good game with some limitations that prevent it from a great experience. If you're looking for a slow-paced strategy game, this is a good choice.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Dread Nautical is quite interesting, combining survival and turn-based strategy with a horror setting. It might feel a little bit overwhelming some times, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll have a lot of fun with it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a completely fresh and revolutionary idea, which is going to be talked about in the videogame industry. Unfortunately there are some problems in motion sensing which should have been solved before the final launch.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It is a nice surprise, particularly if you can get it for free with PS Plus. It delivers some fun, based on some original mechanics, and we think that, if you're a PS Plus user, it deserves a try.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Long Reach takes the horror genre and mixes it up with some classic point-and-click-like puzzles. This works quite well, although the illogical nature of these puzzles sometimes can ruin the horror mood.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This isn’t the most original roguelike, but it compensates for that with solid combat, fun progression and an enjoyable world.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A good and entertaining shooter, although somewhat far from the best games in the genre. But the classy style of James Bond makes it special.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A good and entertaining shooter, although somewhat far from the best games in the genre. But the classy style of James Bond makes it special.
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    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Spirit of Sanada is an enjoyable musou that improves its narrative, but that doesn't evolve the formula much.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    You're going to be overwhelmed when you start playing, but once you learn the basic you'll discover one of the best f2p for consoles. It isn't easy, but take your time and explore Let It Die. Worst case scenario, you'll just delete it from your HDD.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Oceanhorn 2 is an obvious evolution from the previous entry. It lacks personality, but it also is a good adventure that won’t disappoint those who enjoyed the original game.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Zombie Army 4: Dead War is a game designed to be fun with friends, and it does deliver. There’s nothing revolutionary, but if you’ve enjoyed previous entries or if you just want to shoot nazis with friends, you’ll have a great time with Dead War.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Exit the Dungeon is a solid shooter/platformer that iterates on the original concept. It doesn’t execute it as well as that, but overall it is a lot of fun.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is overall an interesting title, although it is completely focused on those who know the card game, or at least are familiarized with, even through the TV series.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    UNBEATABLE delivers an ambitious blend of a stylish 90s anime narrative adventure and a deep arcade rhythm game. While its captivating soul and aesthetic are undeniable, the story suffers from pacing issues, a lack of polish, and technical bugs. Yet, the robust and musically varied rhythm arcade mode offers an immensely enjoyable and compelling experience.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    The Blackout Club is great when played with friends, otherwise it becomes repetitive way too soon. The mission design is probably its weakest point, and we wonder if it wouldn’t had been a better idea to approach a more traditional adventure to make the most of its fantastic universe and story.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    AER is quite original, mixing puzzles and a zen feeling. It's a good journey, but not an unforgettable one.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    While still as addictive and clever as ever, with new challenges and local multiplayer adding some fresh fun, this remaster falls short due to visual inconsistencies, interface issues, and a less dynamic soundtrack, making it an enjoyable but imperfect revival of a timeless classic.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    This is a beautiful platforming adventure that, after a slow start, becomes interesting and enjoyable. Simple, but fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Even though it may feel like a simple reimagination of the original, all the new features are more than enough for those who want more Sherlock Holmes.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    If you like the Total War franchise and series like Vikings or The Last Kingdom, this is the perfect game for you. As a strategy game, it’s not the best from Creative Assembly, but it still is very good.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Unrailed! tries to create a chaotic multiplayer experience, and it succeeds… although not for very long. Maybe new updates can bring new ideas to help it grow.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    They Are Billions is a very enjoyable strategy game, particularly thanks to its survival mode, since its campaign isn’t very inspired. It is, definitely, one of those titles that will give you a lot of hours of fun.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It's not the biggest RPG of the year, but it's a pretty good one. If you're looking for a good RPG adventure and you're happy with an original, Naruto-like system, have a look at this one.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    A functional combination of Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing and Pokémon that becomes addictive thank to its tone and aesthetic.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Good, but still far from what EA is attempting to achieve. It will be enough for those looking for their annual war-themed FPS, but its gameplay needs to reach the high levels seen in its audio and visual aspects.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    More puzzles and a new mode for Picross fans. It's hard to evolve the formula, but it offers more content for those who enjoyed Picross e2.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Telltale is finding the right way to make Minecraft: Story Mode a game for everyone, and not just for kids. It's a little bit late, but if you've liked it so far, you're going to enjoy this fourth episode.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    It’s not the most original puzzle game out there, but it’s fun, hard and perfect if you’re looking for a cooperative experience with a platforming touch.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 6 is not what you would call a Resident Evil, but it’s a good over-the-top action shooter that works pretty well on Switch. This version could’ve had a better optimization, but it’s perfectly playable.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Sacred 2 Fallen Angel in its console version is a good game. It spite of its technical flaws (though nothing dramatic) or the uncomfortable camera, it has its virtues like its durability (more than 100 hours), its active level development and the fun multiplayer matches.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Rally Arcade Classics certainly deserves a lot more attention than it's been getting in its first few weeks, and we hope this isn't indicative of the current market's lack of interest in speed arcades. It's not trying to reinvent the arcade formula but rather pay homage to it, nor will it completely fill the gap left by the demise of arcades, but it's a passion project that can compete with the current competition in the indie space unless you consider the existence of a multiplayer mode to be absolutely essential.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Supermassive is back with an enjoyable adventure that we recommend playing with friends, although we also feel the core of the experience –the story– isn’t strong enough.

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