Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,586 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:
6589 game reviews
    • 85 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    EA has taken its time to make another Fight Night game, but it has given a new twist to the game, making it one of the best boxing games ever.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    There are probably few PlayStation players left who haven't tried Horizon Zero Dawn, a game that sold well - it exceeded 24 million in April 2023 - and has even been given away for free, but we can't forget that there will always be new users who haven't yet taken the first step in Aloy's shoes. LEGO Horizon: Adventures and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered are designed for them, and the reduced-price upgrade can be an incentive to play it again looking better than ever...The value of Remastered therefore depends on our interest or affection for an epic adventure with great moments, whether it's climbing the first Longneck, discovering the mysteries of a cauldron or surviving a Devilish Garrardiente. There's something about it that makes it the most prolific PlayStation saga today.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A great adaptation of the classic arcade game, with almost all the features of the home version, great graphics and good 3D effect.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    As an adaptation, it's somewhere between PS3 and Xbox 360, but one way or another it's an outstanding game. However, it's quite weird playing the end of a story, no matter how many comics we find along the way.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A chaotic and hilarious co-op shooter with strategic depth, constant updates, and strong personality, though its modest graphics and Xbox performance drops hold it back slightly compared to PS5.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It may feel a little bit short if we don’t make the most of it, but it is a very, very good metroidvania with a great setting.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Square Enix has shown the way for the rest to follow with this great Tomb Raider spin off.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a fantastic version of one of the most unique FF games. It isn’t perfect, but it still is a wonderful game we think RPG fans should try.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you like old-school RPG and for some reason you missed it on PC, don't miss it again. With this game, Obsidian proves once again why they are the masters of narrative and classic RPGs.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    This is an outstanding game in every aspect, that also adds very interesting ideas. If you've ever enjoyed an Japanese RPG, this is a title you cannot miss.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Survivor is fun and enjoyable, and Star Wars fans will find plenty to like here, but it’s also a very irregular game where, luckily, its strengths shine brighter than its weaknesses.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Starfield is a space opera you can’t ignore, with an incredible amount of content and so much room for emergent situation, even though Bethesda still struggles to let go of some mistakes of the past.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Doom is the perfect mix of the classic and the modern shooters. Fun, frenetic and wild, Doom delivers pure, old school action.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    It seems like we will have to wait some time to see more armies, as it happened in the first game. Even though, this is one of the most recommended acquisitions of this year, and one of those titles that no strategy devotee should let escape.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Battlefield 3 is a great multiplayer game, despite the problems with the console version. However, if you are interested in the game for its single-player mode, we can't hardly recommend it. But if you are looking for a multiplayer game different from the others on consoles, this is a sure bet with many hours of fun.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Instead of improving the visuals, 2K Sports creates a completely new game that you cannot miss if you like basketball and you're getting a next-gen console.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Killer Instinct is one of the best fighting games available on new consoles. Unique and extremely fun, you shouldn't miss it if you have an Xbox One.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The game offers a rich RTS experience with expanded civilizations, campaigns, and a new roguelite mode, and while the controller interface may feel complex at first, it becomes intuitive with practice; despite minor limitations, the adaptation to PS5 is excellent, and the extensive content makes it a must-play for strategy fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It is fun to play with the environment physics, and the freedom to destroy every building in the game, but it flaws in its progression, which lacks freshness. In fact, had the script been better built, and with greater variety, this would have been an unbeatable game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This is a very good visual novel if you like horror stories, that shines thanks to its mysterious plot and well-crafted art.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    If you like arena-based multiplayer games, this one deserves a try. Fast, fun and challenging, it’s one of those games that can keep you playing for a long time.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid's Curse delivers a captivating visual novel experience, boasting a magnificent art style, engrossing story, and charming characters. Its refined mechanics and engaging minigames offer a fresh take on the formula, although narrative pacing occasionally falters. However, the complete absence of Spanish translation and voice acting remains a significant drawback, regrettably diminishing accessibility for many.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The same experiences we've enjoyed on other consoles, keeping all its strengths and weaknesses. There's little use of the GamePad, but Ubisoft didn't want to force the experience.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    If you liked Calamity Trigger, Continuum Shift offers the same style, but polished to the extreme refinement.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Life is Strange is not perfect, but it has a soul, and that's something quite rare those days. If you like this new Telltale-like adventure genre, Life is Strange is one of those games you don't want to miss.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Extremely addictive and fun, this is one of the best indie games you can find these days. If you're looking for plain fun, this is one of the best choices.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    A weird experience, short, unique and disturbing. A mix of action and strategy that will absorb you and won't let you stop until you finish it. Not for everyone, but absolutely recommended for those players looking for something new.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This version of FFXV does deliver a much more complete experience and fixes many of the issues present in the original. It was a great adventure when it came out, and now it's better than ever.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Addictive, fun and accesible, Rocket League is a game you cannot miss if you like playing with friends, no matter if online or offline.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    LocoRoco 2 wisely takes the torch of the first installment and succeeds again in PSP with an original title, fresh (though with the same basis than the first one) and extremely entertaining.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    It looses freedom of movement, but gains spectacle. Whether you are a fan of the original game or not, if you like first-person shooters you'll love this great game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    This Ultimate Edition is the best way to play Control on consoles, with the best graphic quality available and solid framerates. It doesn’t address some of its issues, like the ridiculously large amount of documents you need to read, but the gameplay is still fantastic and it plays better than ever before.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With a more grounded combat approach, a powerful new shield-saw weapon, and the largest enemy hordes ever in the series, Doom: The Dark Ages delivers intense and satisfying action; despite underused segments with the mecha and dragon and some loss of detail in larger maps, its technical excellence and gripping gameplay make it a must-play for fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Konami and Virtuos deliver a visually stunning and faithful update of the PS2 classic, with modernized controls, streamlined camouflage and Codec access, and fun extras like the Ape Escape mode, but the dated AI, excessive interruptions, and some conservative design choices prevent it from feeling like a true remake.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Miles Morales is a fun action adventure that bridges the previous entry and its sequel. It keeps all the good things about it, but it doesn’t offer anything new.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    There's no reason to buy it again if you've already played it on PC, but if you haven't you're missing one of the biggest surprises of the indie scene. A game like no other, fun and addictive.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is one of the best horror games in years, and we will follow the future of Frictional Games very closely.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A great game, full of details that make it shine every time we play. Forza Horizon needs many hours to make the most of it, but just a few minutes to start enjoying it. It also proves that an open-world title could be as deep, profound and interesting as any other game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    An unforgettable RPG now available on PS4. There are some new features, but what’s important is that the core remains unchanged, and the adventure still is as incredible as it has always been.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Solium Infernum offers a refreshing take on turn-based strategy, prioritizing geopolitical decisions over battles. Despite its initial complexity, it becomes relatively easy to grasp after a few turns. The asynchronous multiplayer feature allows for engaging matches even with time-constrained friends. While not a technical marvel, the game boasts solid graphics and an outstanding soundtrack, although a clearer interface would be appreciated.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Isles of Sea and Sky presents a charmingly nostalgic 8-bit graphical style reminiscent of classic Zelda games, featuring intricate Sokoban-style puzzles spread across various islands. While its artistic presentation and puzzle complexity are highlights, the game suffers from occasional frustration due to unclear progression requirements and cumbersome navigation.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is not only the best option in the market, it is also a must-buy for football world fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    We've never had so much fun with a video game before. If you like RPGs and/or the TV show –especially the latter– this is a game you cannot miss. This is just the best adaptation from a TV series to a video game ever made.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    It is the best version of the game out there when it comes to content and experience, but the framerate makes it hard to enjoy sometimes. If you haven't played the game before, it's one of the best adventures you'll see in a while.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The best Assassin's Creed and one of the best games of the year. Bigger and better, and still an Assassin's Creed. It takes the core of the series and takes it to a whole new level in almost every aspect. It provides dozens of hours of gameplay, and, if you forgive some technical issues, you'll be in front of one of the best adventures we've seen in the last few years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dark Souls is definitely an absolutely great game, and it proves you can attract a big audience by offering an unusually high difficulty. New content, a high-res fixes and some other improvements are the reasons why this version is the best of the three available. It's not the best PC adaptation, but it is an experience worth playing.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It's the same outstanding basketball simulator we've seen before, but there are some minor issues compared to the previous versions, like the frame rate or the lack of use of the GamePad. Still, the best option for those looking for a basketball game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Pragmata proves that there is still room for innovation in the AAA space, providing a unique twist to 3rd person action games while delivering a great adventure with Capcom’s very own DNA.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Tunic combines ideas from the classic Zelda and soulslike game to deliver an interesting and challenging experience with a charm of its own.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shadow Tactics brings back the strategy-tactical action, and it does it in an excellent way. It's challenging and satisfying, and if you like its concept, you shouldn't miss it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Even though it's played in a handheld, it is as good as any other game of the series. It works great on 3DS, and the fighting system has been improved, tweaked and revisited with new additions and objects. One of those games you shouldn't miss if you own a 3DS.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A fun sequel, full of great ideas and changes in gameplay, that repeates the success of the first game. A simple and addictive aplication recommended for those who played the first one or newcomers who want to try something fun.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Perhaps the guys at Treyarch haven't surpassed its predecessor's bar, but it really was too high. Nevertheless, this does not mean Call of Duty: World at War is not a very good game, it is indeed one of the best of its genre, and no shooter fan should miss it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Not every HD edition deserves a place in our room, but this one does. The story of Tidus and his fellows is still remembered among it fans, and this is a great opportunity to live it or experience it again.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Even though the 2D retro action-platformer formula is being abused these days, this one does it in such a personal and outstanding way that is a must-have for those interested in the idea.
    • 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.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    The lack of licensed teams is worrying, but at least they focused on bringing the best gameplay in a few years. PES 2017 is a game any football fan will appreciate and enjoy.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Supraland is a fantastic adventure full of puzzles and explorations, a fantastic surprise that becomes one of our favorite indies from 2019.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a revolution for interactive dramas, combining dialogues with deck building, all in a very interesting and well-presented story.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This sequel refines and expands the original's mechanics, offering deeper role-playing systems, a compelling cyberpunk narrative, and more freedom with ship and crew management. However, its text-heavy nature and lack of localization may make it difficult for some players to fully engage.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Highly recommended for 2D fighting fans, a must-have for those who enjoyed the previous game, an excellent chance to return to a genre for those who left it years ago, and also a good option for many to discover a new style of game, through a charming roster of characters.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Ys VIII is a great adventure, with a solid combat, OST and exploration system. It's not perfect, but if you like action RPGs you shouldn't miss it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Playing it is a pleasure for the mind and the senses, ever stimulating and ready to surprise and make us smile.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Nioh 2 is bigger and better, and even if we miss more new features, it is an incredible game. If you want to feel like a true samurai, Team Ninja’s latest game is a must-have.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Nioh 3 delivers a masterful, deep combat system, expertly blending samurai and ninja styles for unparalleled flexibility and customization. Its expansive boss encounters are often thrilling, yet the game suffers from an undercooked narrative and repetitive enemy design. Uninspired level layouts and an uneven difficulty curve occasionally shift the experience from a rewarding challenge to a frustrating grind.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This version is just pure witchcraft. It is incredible how such a big game fits in a tiny console. It does have its visual shortcomings, and we wouldn’t recommend it if you’re planning on playing it on a big TV, but it feels like a miracle on handheld mode.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Rise is a fantastic expansion that adds not only a great selection of new monsters, but tonnes of content and new gameplay features.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Although it may seem that Guitar Hero 5 is just an update of the last year edition, the truth is that the new features, the improvements in the interface and the track list make it the best installment of the series in the last years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This sequel doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but improves upon pretty much everything to deliver one of the best JRPGs of the last few years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The rebirth of the NBA Jam series has found his ideal channel of distribution, with a new version which returns to the classic style of the original arcade. It has many changes in comparison with the game of last year, and it drops some of its features, but adds others which compensates for. A very interesting option with a good price.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Telltale keeps its promise, and brings us a great story in a great universe. If you liked The Walking Dead, or are interested in The Wolf Among Us, go ahead and buy it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's little to tell about this collection, since it is simply that, a collection. It does have some great games, but there aren't any remarkable additions to the original experience.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Football Manager 2022 takes another step in the right direction to improve the simulation, and adds interesting features to make the experience even more enjoyable.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Theme Hospital experience is back, and it’s great. If you miss it, you should give it a try, as it not only brings back the essence, but also adapts it successfully to consoles.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    It's one of the best tower defense for mobile devices, with a very straightforward and fun offer, that becomes an unmissable title for fans of the genre.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Telltale Games knows what they're doing. They've managed to surprise us again and leave us waiting for the next episode. The plot is shocking and won't let us go till we finish it, and together with the evolution and the importance of the decisions of the characters make it a very recommendable title, whether you're a fan of the comics or not.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Yakuza 0 is one of the best episodes of the series, and a great choice if you haven't played it before. It polishes the gameplay and delivers a great adventure you rarely find in other RPGs.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition on Switch 2 offers a shockingly strong and enjoyable port of CD Projekt’s massive RPG, delivering impressive image quality, solid performance in Quality mode, and the full game plus Phantom Liberty with minimal compromises, though technical issues persist in high-demand areas like Dogtown and the city feels less alive due to reduced crowds and vehicles.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A great game that offers a lot for very little, responsive, fun and addictive. There are a few additions on PC, but the experience remains the same.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    San Diego Studio keeps delivering with a game that's full of content, deeper and more accessible than ever, and with relevant additions. A must-have for any baseball fan.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk and the gang land on Switch with a fantastic adaptation of a great remaster. Two of the best sport games ever made, now playable on the go with great visuals, so you can’t go wrong with this one.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Death’s Door is a charming, enjoyable adventure we had a great time with, but it also fails to break through, becoming repetitive and lacking that something special that would have taken it much higher.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Destiny 2 polishes all the rough edges of the original to create an amazing and addictive sequel that only lacks innovation.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Amid Evil is a new homage to 90’s FPS, but we think anyone can enjoy it thanks to its design, replayability and how fun it actually is.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Impeccable gameplay that will be loved by fans, in a great new entry of the Mario Kart series. We only miss some more options and flexibility in the online modes, and more content for the single player mode. A must-have for Nintendo 3DS owners.
    • 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.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This season has had its ups and downs, but this final episode is just great, and reminds us of the best of Telltale.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A must-have for those who are looking for something new.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Skate Story delivers an original concept and incredible audiovisual flair, offering genuinely unique moments when its skating mechanics shine. However, the experience is frequently marred by constant narrative interruptions and inconsistent level design that hinders fluid gameplay, preventing it from reaching its full potential as a truly essential title.
    • 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.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A fantastic investigation-drive game that, even with the limitations of an independent studio, manages to deliver a compelling adventure from beginning to end.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    All the extra content and new GamePad features on Wii U make it a great choice until Zelda comes, even though visually it's slightly worse than the other versions.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Get into Hetfield's skin with the best Guitar Hero spin-off to date.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a solid port of one of the best Wii U games. It’s a shame Nintendo didn’t try to enhance its visuals or fix some issues, but if you missed it on their previous console, now you’ve got a second chance.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a wonderful coop beat ‘em up that manages to surprise in every single aspect. Unless you hate the genre, you’ll have a great time with it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Addictive, fun and unique. If you like 2D action platformers this is a game you cannot miss.

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