Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,612 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 Red Dead Redemption 2
Lowest review score: 10 Make it indie!
Score distribution:
6615 game reviews
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Trillion: God of Destruction is an experimental RPG, so it gets a few things right but misses a few others. Still, if you connect to the characters, it's a good adventure that feels original within the genre.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you love the series this game will disappoint you, but you will enjoy it nonetheless. A decent sword and action game, but doesn't live up to its predecessors.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A very interesting concept with a irregular execution. Lost in Harmony has some interesting features, but its control and reiterative nature makes it less special than it should be.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A good game that offers an original action proposal, making a very interesting use of the sonar. However it lacks some more content, like more options, game modes and variety.
    • 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.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    While it includes some welcome additions like widescreen support and improved analog controls for the 3D entries, this compilation feels incomplete due to the absence of several versions, lack of translations, and questionable choices like removing original save systems; still, it offers a decent way to revisit or discover this quirky platforming trilogy if you manage your expectations.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A compilation only recommendable for the series hardcore fans or for really nostalgic gamers.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Free, without relying too much on purchasing in-game items and entertaining –but not addictive. This is the worst thing about it, since after a few hours the game gets boring, which we think will cause that essentially no one will pay for in-game content.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The genre combination works, but ultimately won't be liked by everyone for the mixing of elements.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A compilation only recommendable for the series hardcore fans or for really nostalgic gamers.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Heroes over Europe is an enjoyable and entertaining title during the first hours, but in the long run it becomes increasingly repetitive and limited in its gameplay experience.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Puzzle elements are not remarkable enough, and the game is more a challenge of ability than of intelligence.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Saints Row IV is a fun game that hasn’t aged very well, and this version has some rough edges and issues that make it harder to recommend. There’s a lot of fun to be had here, but keep in mind you’ll have to face some technical issues and obsolete gameplay features.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    We enjoyed pretty much everything about this game, but it's very easy and short, so it feels like a cheaper, mobile experience. Still, if you're aware of its flaws, it won't disappoint you.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Noahmund has good ideas and the team has put a lot of love and care in it, but there are many shortcomings that prevent it from being something much better.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Alicization Lycoris tries to evolve the series, and sometimes succeeds, but its technical issues make the battles, one of its main pillars, hard to enjoy.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Skelattack is an enjoyable game, but it doesn’t do anything particularly well. It feels like one of the first indie games that came out on XBLA, so if you’re after that simplistic but satisfying experience, make sure you check it out.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a very limited title that can’t hide its mobile origins. The lack of similar titles on Switch leave Gear.Club Unlimited as an acceptable options for racing fans, though.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    We said at the beginning that Dustborn is a bold game, and we reiterate it, but I wish Red Thread, Quantic Dream or whoever else we have to point out had been as brave in allowing a few extra months of development.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is actually a very enjoyable game, particularly when played in coop, but it feels quite simple and easy. A deeper gameplay and a more challenging difficulty would have made it a much better experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Shadow Gangs is a great game for Shinobi fans, although not so interesting if you’re not. It’s incredibly similar to Sega’s game, so it can be a good alternative if you miss those 80-90’s action games.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Shaun White Skateboarding is a very unique skateboarding game, with an arcade style which is much more about platforming than about sport. Skateboarding fans will have mixed feellings. But its light story, accesible control and fantasy make it an interesting option for those who know well what to expect from this title.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It is clear than its development process hasn't been smooth. There's a lot of potential behind and, even though its issues are noticeable, if you're looking for an urban FarCry, Homefront can be interesting.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a very fun and accessible title, but only for children.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Shaun White Skateboarding is a very unique skateboarding game, with an arcade style which is much more about platforming than about sport. Skateboarding fans will have mixed feellings. But its light story, accesible control and fantasy make it an interesting option for those who know well what to expect from this title.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Hidden Agenda tells us an interesting story, and adds a new type of game to the PlayLink lineup, but unfortunately, it's quite short and not very replayable, considering it is part of a set of games designed to be played with friends.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Omen of Sorrow is a quite interesting fighting game with some original ideas, but its gameplay and cast have quite a lot to improve.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Despite its nostalgic charm, fast-paced action, and enjoyable co-op mode, this 16-bit-style platformer suffers from imprecise controls, sharp difficulty spikes, and a lack of Spanish translation that dull its appeal, though its humor and visual homage to the original anime remain engaging.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's a quite special game, but not necessarily in a good way. We understand what the developers tried to achieve, but in the end it's a game that doesn't give you any help and can feel unfair. If you're ok with this and you're looking for a challenge, it can be an interesting experience.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Roving Rogue has its issues but in the end it is a game we had a lot of time with playing it with friends. If that's your case, it might by a good choice.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A game made for hardcore cycling fans. Its gameplay might result simple for many players, but each stage of the competition is an strategy challenge, and also depends on luck. Winning is not easy, and that is something interesting that fosters us to keep playing. It has some interesting elements and improvements in comparison with the previous year version, but technically it is still poor, and has room for many enhancements.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    These games are always fun, and we've seen an attempt to introduce some news ideas, but they are never fully executed. If you've played many other games in the series you feel like it's time to have some new additions.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Fallout 76 fails at many things, but its core gameplay still is fun and engaging. This is enough to keep you going, but it is not what you would expect from an online-based AAA, and even if all the bugs can be fixed, there are many things (combat, mission design, inventory system) that would be much harder to fix.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Behind tough controls there's a game quite enjoyable, that makes up for its lack of content with good options for user generated content.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    We really like the core of Anthem, but not in this state. There are not only plenty of bugs and issues, but also many design flaws and progression issues. We haven’t lost hope, and we really hope BioWare and EA can make Anthem the game it deserves to be.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's simple and quite repetitive, but the story and how much fun it has to give us makes it worth our time if we're looking for a game based on smashing buttons.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Diluvion has really good ideas to be more than a submarine shooter, but the execution isn't that good. We recommend it if you like this type of setting.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's always good to be able to play the whole trilogy on the go with all the content for a reasonable price, but it feels like a rushed port. It's still enjoyable, of course, but the graphic quality is lower than expected.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Watch Blasters has some good ideas, but it ends up feeling repetitive and wearing out a concept that could’ve pushed the series a little but further.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Inpatient looks good; sound goods and has a couple of interesting ideas, but it lacks purpose. It doesn't work as a walking simulator because the story isn't that good, and it doesn't work as a horror game because it lacks gameplay. If you want to be scared, though, it can be fun.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Watch Blasters has some good ideas, but it ends up feeling repetitive and wearing out a concept that could’ve pushed the series a little but further.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Ultimately, The Three Musketeers is a good 2D action and platforming game but is far from the better titles in the genre. Its imprecise control system and its inconsistent level design are its main flaws.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Semispheres is simple, but it isn't easy. If you're looking for a challenging puzzle make sure you have a look at this one, even though it falls short on content and modes.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    While the game still is good, the lack of new relevant features leaves its fans waiting for a big step in the right direction.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Heroes over Europe is an enjoyable and entertaining title during the first hours, but in the long run it becomes increasingly repetitive and limited in its gameplay experience.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Yet another proof that classic formulas never die, and nostalgic gamers will remember with a smile those old, hard-as-hell, arcade machines. An old-school title which provides great fun despite its limitations.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The core gameplay is very good and enjoyable, but the lack of content prevents it from being something bigger.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    As a remaster, it is pretty good, but the game underneath still has its flaws, and some aspects (like the camera) are now worse than those in the original.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a very fun and accessible title, but only for children.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    BOXBOY! works, but it fails to surprise, and takes way too long to get to the interesting challenges.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Yet another downloadable zombie game that provides hours of fun without much complications. It has customizaton options that work very well, but might result repetitive soon for many players.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Shaun White Skateboarding is a decent games but it lacks something. Its unprecise control makes tricks less enjoyable than they should, and we miss some more variety in its challenges.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It becomes another horror game, where the fact of being a baby is kind of irrelevant, which is a shame taking into account this was its most distinctive aspect. It's short, but it does have some good moments though, so we think it deserves a try if you like the genre.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Sword of the Necromancer is not a bad game, by any means, but fails to do anything surprising or particularly well in a oversaturated roguelike market.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    As a game, we have to admit that it works, even though it feels somehow old-fashioned when compared to some of its competitors. It does have some fun to offer, but the Dark Knight deserves better.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is one of those games that is quite hard to describe. It's different and hard to understand, but if you're interested in its concept and theme, it may end up being a nice surprise.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Although it is not a game to remember, it is a challenging experience, one of those titles meant to test your skills and make you have a good time.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    GTI Club Supermini Festa is better in multiplayer, but its limitation to four users, and only in adhoc, does not foster competition. Played solo, it has the same defect that an arcade game, but with graphical limitations and a questionable control.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a more than decent game, with great ideas and concepts, which are not executed that well. It has an attractive scheme, more than decent visuals and interesting concepts which would have turned it into a great game, if only it had been put together better.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is an interesting approach to multiplayer combat games, although a bit flawed. The main issues? The arenas are too big, the matches too long and the story mode is just a bunch of challenges you need to buy.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    An entertaining free app for iOS that makes the most of its social components for us to enjoy becoming a gangster with our friends. Its ideas are good but doesn't offer anything we hadn't seen before.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It’s good to have a remake available in Europe and localized, but it feels like a missed opportunity to improve the outdated gameplay.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The official game of the Olympics offers exactly what to expect: lots of sports with a simple and direct gameplay. Its control has improved in comparison with previous olympic efforts, but it still has its issues, and motion controls are not that convincing. This SEGA game delivers what users want, but nothing else.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Drawn to Death has a lot of personality and it can be enjoyable, but its lack of depth plays against it. Still, if you are a PS Plus subscriber, give it a try.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Even with some good ideas, the execution is not as good as we expected from the Trials series, and if feels like fast food instead of a well-cooked experience.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Death Come True is an interesting game, but compared to other similar titles it falls short. We expect this to be just a small example of what Too Kyo Games can and will do, so hopefully their new projects will build upon the foundations of this.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A simple proposal to foster creativity, especially in the younger players. An entertaining game that has jumped from the digital stores to the retail and somewhat lacks some more content.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a very fun and accessible title, but only for children.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    ANTRO offers a unique blend of urban music, dystopian storytelling, and platforming action set in a dark underground Barcelona, with strong artistic and sound design that immerses players in its atmosphere. However, the gameplay feels somewhat imprecise and relies heavily on trial and error, and the very short duration leaves the player wanting more despite its creative ambition.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Edens Zero offers a faithful adaptation of Hiro Mashima’s story with a detailed narrative and varied characters, but it suffers from overly simplistic combat, uninspired mission design, and outdated visuals. While the exploration of Blue Garden adds some depth and content, the low difficulty and repetitive gameplay limit its appeal mostly to fans of the series.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It has a lot of competitors in the DSiWare shop, but It is frantic and fun. And also a good puzzle.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Prim is a traditional point-and-click adventure that stands out for its packaging: a somewhat bizarre Kingdom of the Dead depicted in black and white and very pretty, carefully voiced and a very strong soundtrack; simply discovering little by little the design of that world and how they have interpreted the characters of Greek mythology is a pleasure. However, the plot, even with its funny and absurd moments, does not end up engaging because it ends up neglecting its main theme (the relationship between Prim and her father, Thanatos) and because it gets lost in endless expository dialogues. At the same time, there are some puzzles that are fun because of their approach or their humorous resolution, but there are no particularly brilliant puzzles, and some interesting mechanics are wasted and a couple of mini-games are too long, monotonous and frustrating. All in all, Common Colors' game is enjoyable, but with some changes here and there it could go from being a pretty game to a more than remarkable point-and-click adventure.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    A disappointment. With mediocre graphics and limited gameplay, it has an interesting yet a bit commonplace story, although in fact the game results are enjoyable despite its flaws.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    We enjoyed the idea at its core, but a poor execution leaves the player confused. Still, as long as you're aware of its issues, we think it's an adventure you might like.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Tennis World Tour 2 is a small step forward for the series, even if it also introduces some questionable decisions. Enjoyable, but still far from the best tennis games.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    It's better than the previous game, and if you like that one, then nothing should stop you from getting this. However, there are better options out there, and this seems to be focused for those looking for a very different JRPG.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    We appreciate the attempt of doing something original, but not all gameplay mechanics are well implemented, creating an experience that some times becomes way too confusing. Still, if you like the idea behind and you understand what pieces don't fit as they should, it deserves a try.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    If you’re looking for an interactive story based on this universe, you have here a good one. If you want a narrative-based game, you might want to look somewhere else, since the only thing you can do here is making decisions and unfortunately many of them don’t seem to matter.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    After some good portable experiences, Sonic returns with a very weak game, with many design-related issues, and offering a game that only those Sonic fans willing to forgive all its problems will enjoy.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    Family Party will please children because of its simplicity and visual beauty -remarkable in comparison with other titles of the genre- and will entertain those who give this game an opportunity.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    The Falconeer is beautiful and quite enjoyable, but it gets repetitive. It’s a shame its gameplay is a bit flawed, since it can be fun and original.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    This is a very original title, not only when it comes to its story but also its gameplay. This is something we really appreciate, but it doesn't manage to rise above its rival. We're sure many people will love it, but it'll drive crazy that audience that looks for fast, easy titles.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    This is a good action-adventure game, but it lacks some more polish in its game system, a better narrative and some more visual impact.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Completely unrelated to Silent Hill and horror, an acceptable dungeon crawler with many hours of combat ahead. Recommended for those who want a game to play online, since its multiplayer is the key to make the most of it.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    While we wait for Left 4 Dead to come back from the dead, World War Z is not a bad option, but it isn’t as good as that series. If you like killing zombies with friends you’ll have a great time, although the game has a fair amount of shortcomings.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    This is a coop shooter with a great setting and good ideas, but the worlds feels empty, the progression isn’t very appealing and ends up feeling repetitive.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    It’s great to have the franchise back, but it feels like this remaster takes from the original more than it adds. The control changes and the lack of mini games make it feel a little bit barebones, although the core of the series is still there, and there is a lot of fun to be had.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Nubla 2 is a very interesting approach to art through video games and a step in the right direction, but it still has many issues that prevent it from achieving something bigger and better.
    • 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.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    It is theoretically enjoyable, but there are some issues, mostly online related, that spoil all the fun. We encourage you to give it a try, since it has a lot of entertainment to offer.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Taking into account this is not a very long title, the result is a game which could have been much better, providing the good idea it comes from, but because of its simplicity and scarce durability, it falls far from what we expected.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Hardware: Rivals made sense when its predecessor came out. Now it feels quite simple and empty, and unless a DLC fixes it up, it feels like it should go for a free-to-play model.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    There's little innovation here, and somehow it feels like a 0,99c mobile game priced at 20$. It isn't a bad game, but Nintendo should have tried harder.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    It does have some good ideas, but an execution with some room for improvement and the lack of charisma leaves us with an irregular experience.
    • 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.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    The only reason why we would recommend this game is if you’re looking for an erotic pinball. Other than that, it’s a game with strange physics and not a lot of content, which makes other pinballs out there a better option.

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