Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,614 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 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
Lowest review score: 10 Make it indie!
Score distribution:
6617 game reviews
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Macross is a modest shoot'em up that offers a fan service-heavy experience but fails to stand out with its repetitive gameplay and lacklustre design. While it offers difficulty adjustments and some nostalgic elements, it doesn’t offer anything particularly memorable compared to other genre entries.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Overall this is a good game for playing with friends, with lots of comic situations and a potential for high competitiveness between the players. However, its gameplay can become too simple and repetitive for some players.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a fresh experience in the free-to-play scene, even though we need to wait and see whether Ubisoft offers enough support to make our time feel well spent on it.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    It’s far from perfect, but we had a lot of fun playing this game. If you’re looking for a old-school beat ‘em up to play with friends, you should check it out.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A greatly polished, different game that relies on a well-known mechanic. If you're a fan of the anime and enjoy hack 'n' slash games it's fully recommendable. Also it's worth considering if you like either the series or the genre, but if One Piece or hack 'n' slash games are not your first choice, make sure you try it before you buy it.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ancestors develops an incredibly ambitious idea, and to some extend, it does achieve its purpose. There are moments that are simply incredible, although its repetitive mechanics get in the way often that we would’ve liked.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game is very simple, but it's worth every penny. It is definitely a good choice for those looking for a puzzle game reasonably priced.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    One of the best quiz games of the generation is back with more questions and mini games. If you enjoyed the previous one, doesn’t miss it out.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Zombie Vikings is fun when played with friends, but it's unfinished. Maybe a few extra weeks or month could've changed our opinion, but now is in serious need of updating and patching.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mulaka is an interesting game, although it doesn't do anythig particularly new. If you're looking for an adventure in a different world while you learn about a different culture, give it a try.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    FX Interactive has heard all the feedback and brings us a more polished product that feels much better than the previous episode. There's still room for improvement, but so far, our voice has been heard.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pressure is meant to entertain, and believe us when we say it does. It's like an old 2D shooter evolved, with fun gameplay and an addictive multiplayer.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A nice surprise, but as a whole we feel it's not enough. You'll enjoy the game as long as it lasts, especially with friends, but we were expecting a much deeper experience.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Controversy and technical issues aside, SimCity is deep, full of details and very accessible. No matter if you like this kind of game or not, we think it deserves a try.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Announced as a thriller, it is rather puzzle game, and a very, very hand one. Make sure you understand how it works before buying it, because it's one of those games you either love or hate.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Whilst not revolutionary, this sequels improves over the foundations of the original, with a greater, better focus on multiplayer and replayability.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A solid classic RPG that doesn’t really do anything outstanding, but enjoyable if you like the universe.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Despite some flaws and the fact it gets repetitive after a while, the game manages to bring some freshness to the management strategy game genre.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    With Descent, Team 17 finishes notably its trilogy of remakes. This is a good arcade game with some interesting new features.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A decent rally game, and the only simulator, considering the arcade path the Colin McRae/DIRT series has taken. It makes the most of the official license, providing plenty of cars, tracks and competitions, a long and fun career mode, with a demanding, yet satisfying driving. However, its outdated visuals will disappoint many.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Kaiju Panic is a good game. It has some things that should be worked on, but we think that tower defense fans will find an interesting experience here.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a clever and challenging game that opens tons of possibilities for the player. If you enjoy strategy games, there's a great experience awaiting here.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Kholat is based on actual events, and creates an interesting and enigmatic world to explore. It isn't perfect or particularly outstanding, but it does deliver an enjoyable adventure for those who love mysteries and exploring.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is an RPG aimed at a very particular audience, but if you're aware of its limitations, we think you will enjoy it.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 66 Critic Score
    Midway Studios Newcastle and Tigon Studios have created one of the most frantic games of the market, which unfortunately fails in its lack of depth and repetitiveness.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Danger Zone is a very fun arcade on a budget, something Burnout fans will enjoy. It's very limited, but it takes us closer to the promised Burnout 3 spiritual successor.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Strafe is hard, gory and full of references for those who enjoyed the classic Doom or Wolfenstein 3D. If you like how it sounds, try it.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Not a bad game, as it is exactly the same title we enjoyed twelve years ago, and it has quite an affordable price, but it lacks two things: a good adaptation of the graphics, which doesn't make use of the higher resolution of the iPhone screen, and bad controls which affect gameplay.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It has a solid concept, but it does need some improvements here and there. We had fun playing it, though, and we're already looking forward to playing a sequel with some fixes and tweaks.
    • 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.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The game falls midway between what it was and what it could have been.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Even though there are some issues, there's still a good foundation that deserves a try.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is a classic strategy game that can become unfair as a victim of its own class-oriented gameplay.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Its gameplay gets repetitive soon, and doesn't improve upon the original game, and the story is not as good, but it can still be enjoyable by fans of the original.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Nero is an interesting adventure, but it has very important technical issues that make it feel worse than it is at its core.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Aphelion delivers a compelling narrative and immersive atmosphere through its unique dual-protagonist system. It successfully blends high-stakes survival with cinematic platforming, yet suffers from repetitive mechanics and technical unreliability. Although the production values impress, unpolished controls and collision bugs frequently hinder the experience, preventing this ambitious sci-fi journey from reaching its full potential.
    • 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.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Especially fun if played with friends –or against them–, this new Ratchet & Clank doesn't seem to fully work as a whole, but at least brings us something fresh for the series.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    An interesting turn in the series, but its gameplay is terribly designed in some parts, and it lacks ambition and originality as a zombie game. We will pass a lot of time shooting and killing without no additional motivation or extra, repeating the same scheme constantly. Only for hardcore fans of the Yakuza series.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    It isn't perfect, but it's indeed a great closing episode for the trilogy. If you've enjoyed its previous episodes, you shouldn't miss the final one.
    • 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.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Forspoken has a good foundation, with great combat design and parkour, but the contents of this world are not as good and, consequently, struggle to keep the player engaged.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great homage to classic survival horror with strong puzzles, effective atmosphere, and creative art design, though it's held back by performance issues and technical limitations.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A hard but fun platformer that tries to add a new dimension to the genre.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nail'd is arcade driving taken to the extreme. A fun game over all, which engages you tu run and jump at incredible velocities.
    • 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.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you enjoyed Rainbow Moon, you’ll find a similar experience here. It’s more polished and not so surprising, but still good.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you like making music, you need to try this game. It’s an amazing experience in VR, and the puzzles it offers are very enjoyable as well. It might be a little bit confusing at the beginning, but just give it some time and feel the music.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Tintin is a good game, although in a very complicated time of the year. With dozens of other titles in the shelves, a movie-based game may be secondary for most gamers, and that is a shame, because this is a very interesting game, although far from perfect.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As a game it still has its ups and downs, but it is the best version so far, and a good wait to keep ourselves entertained while we wait for a real sequel.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Techland has done a good job with this collection, but it's aimed at a new audience rather than at those who played the originals, since it offers very few additions to those.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    This is a good game and a better tribute. If you've ever enjoyed these actors' movies, you'll enjoy this adventure. If you want a beat 'em up, there are better options, but you can't deny this one is charming.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    We really like the concept behind Hood, but at launch it’s missing content and game modes to keep the community engaged. If they solve this, Hood might be able to unleash all its potential.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Even though it's not perfect, it's better than the average shooting game. If you are ok with its shortcomings, it's actually a quite solid experience.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Necrovision is overall a good game, with some fun moments and original features, something to praise nowadays... but it does not reach to be a great game. Thus, combining the little awareness of the game in comparison with the latest larger productions, will probably make Necrovision go mostly unnoticed.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Rebellion is a very interesting title, engaging, fun and full of good ideas. It obviously relies on in-app purchases and it can get a little bit demanding sometimes, but it still is worth a try.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    There were high expectations for this game, however it is inferior to the first one, shorter, more monotonous, not replayable and with a really forgetable story.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Tales of Symphonia is still a good game and it’s great that it’s available on more platforms, but also deserves a better remaster.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    InnerSpace is beautiful, relaxing and has a great art direction, but gameplay-wise it falls short.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    This is a bold and interesting proposal, although very buggy. But it will surprise many for its freshness and freedom.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Gameplay-wise it's better than Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India, but it's also very similar. If you like stealth-based games, this could be an interesting option.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you like space simulations and a broad universe to explore you should check this game as there is nothing like this one on Xbox 360.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're looking for the Empires experience with the visual upgrades seen in DW8, this is the right choice. If you're looking for a more traditional musou, then you have a look at Omega Force.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Ubisoft has made an effort to create a great portable adaptation of its most popular series, however this hasn't been reflected in the final result.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a pretty interesting concept, with good ideas and the originality you expect from NIS, although it gets a little bit repetitive.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This episode introduces some great additions and replayability. There are not huge changes compared to the previous episodes, but fans will sure enjoy it.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A second chance if you missed the original. Not the best entry in the series, but still an enjoyable game for survival horror fans.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Every month you find new indie games, better, funnier, longer and cheaper. We were very excited about the new Mickey Mouse classic adventure, but it's just an average title.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Although the story is original and its combat and roleplaying gameplay is a good idea, there are things that doesn't work well. Roleplaying elements are well-made, but they are not that important, and combat lacks depth, and the enemy AI is limited. An average game that won't make history.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Layers of Fear 2 has some great moments and, sometimes, it’s a visual masterpiece. However, the story is quite weak and predictable, and the creature that chases you isn’t very well implemented. It falls behind the first one, but can be a good option for those who enjoyed the original.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    It’s great to be able to play such a classic arcade on current hardware with update graphics, but it is a very basic adaptation with many issues performance-wise, hard to justify in 2020. The experience of the original still remains, but this title deserved more.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Objectively, Obscuritas is far from being a great graphic adventure, but the setting and the mood covers many of its weaknesses to make it really enjoyable.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The games included are varied when it comes to quality, but it’s a very elaborated and carefully crafted product fans will enjoy.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Just being able to play this once cancelled, long forgotten game, it’s fantastic. This 16-bit action game created by DICE has aged, but it still brings back all the fun from a time when games were different.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    The biggest selling point is being able to finally enjoy this game in the West. It is not the best title FormSoftware has ever developed, but if you know what you’re buying, it’s worth your time.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a fun game, but the lack of content and an imprecise control leaves us with mixed feelings. Still, if the team keeps working on it they can make it the great game it could be.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Kao is back with with a fun game, that can’t really match the best platformers out there, but still can be a good choice.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A good arcade racing game which every console needs that arrives in a great moment, as there hasn't been a decent arcade racing game on the PSP in years.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Fable Fortunes borrows many ideas from its competitors, but it doesn't do anything better than them. The idea still works, but unless you really like the franchise, there's nothing here you won't find somewhere else.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A game with plenty of virtues that serie lovers will appreciate, and very engaging for a very long time. It has all the elements that make this series special, but the formula and visuals have aged a lot, and only hardcore fans will be interested.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you have enough patience, helping Sophie will be a pleasure for the senses, with many hours of entertainment as a reward.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    This high definition resurrection of the Atari 2600 classic doesn't meet expectations.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pid
    Mixing up platforms and puzzles, Pid offers old-school difficulty and a very enjoyable experience. Definitely recommended for those who want to go back in time and make the most of a game that will bring us many hours of fun.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    ReCore is a good game with many ups and downs. The lineal levels make everything work, and then it's when you really enjoy the game, but the open world feels unnecessary and it's poorly executed, and that, together with the technical issues, worsen the final experience.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    It sticks to the original concept of the series, and offers an addictive experience. If you haven't played Lemmings recently and you enjoyed it once, it won't disappoint.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Far from perfect in achieving true simulation, but still fun and with loads of content. Absolutely recommended for fans of racing games, since its customizable difficulty makes it accessible for everyone.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    You have to have sense of humor and Matt Hazard: Blood Bath and Beyond does and helps the player have it. Its humour is well taken, and although it results limited to videogame fans, it helps us pass a good time while playing old formulas.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is a good interactive thriller, with a great story and some clever design… although it doesn’t make the most of them. If you like this type of game and you’re just looking for a new alternative, you’ll enjoy it.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite arriving some months later than the console version, Lost Planet 2 is still a recommended title, very enjoyable thanks to its direct gameplay and with a decent variety y game modes.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a great MOBA experience very well adapted to mobile gaming. It needs more content, but so far the foundations are solid.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Blacklight Tango Down is a decent futuristic FPS which doesn't almost bring any new feature to the genre, and it arrives late for PS3.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    We recommend trying its demo before buying it, since it has some ups and downs that prevent it from achieving something better. Still, Poncho is an interesting concept that works, and leaves us waiting to see what the team behind it can offer in the future.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    Gameplay-wise is really solid, but not enough to hide the shortcomings of its mobile nature. If you're ok with this, it's an interesting title.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is exactly what it looks like: a relaxing fishing game. If you’re looking for an experience like that, Moonglow Bay is a good option.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Chocobo GP has many good ideas and is full of potential, but it lacks ambition, which results in a game that relies too much on its franchise.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    We can conclude that, apart from some connection glitches we hope to be kept polished, Socom Confrontation is a good, exclusively multiplayer game, which runs the risk of being overlapped by other more comprehensive games.

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