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
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is one of the gems we randomly find on the Marketplace. Simple but fun, BattleBlock Theater offers a great platformer, it's surprising and very addictive.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It may dissapoint those who expected a 3D Metroidvania, but it's one of the best action games of this year.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Yakuza 2 was already a great game, and this version makes it even better. It's hard to pick a favorite in a series with so many titles, but this one is definitely one of our candidates.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    We found The Rise of the Golden Idol to be a fantastic game from start to finish. Perhaps a bit easier than the first and with an easier story to follow, but just as absorbing and fun. If you like mystery games and have enjoyed titles like Return of the Obra Dinn or Strange Horticulture (or, of course, The Case of the Golden Idol), we think you shouldn't miss this sequel, which, by the way, is available on mobile devices at no additional cost for Netflix subscribers.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Fans of mixed martial arts will find a must-have in UFC Undisputed, a very complex and demanding game with lots of content. Newcomers will enjoy a more approachable game thanks to the new Amateur control. THQ has achieved to improve the series and again delivers and impressive chapter that it not only a good game for UFC and MMA followers, but also one of the greatest simulation and combat games around.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It's a great roguelike platformer, even though it brings zero additions compared to the PC version. If you haven't played it yet, it's a great option, especially if your Vita needs some games for the summer.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is a very interesting mix of platforming and puzzle. It isn't perfect, but it's definitely original and enjoyable.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    If you like what lies beyond every match, Football Manager 2014 is the only option you should consider.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is the biggest and most spectacular version of Wipeout. Tons of content, amazing visuals and even some additions that remind us that it's time for a new episode in this series.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A Space for the Unbound presents a powerful teenage tale combined with everydayness and magic, and manages to surprise with surreal situations strengthen by a fantastic art direction.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    The base we already had gets an incredibly deep layer of politics, government and religion that keeps evolving the experience.
    • 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
    • 88 Critic Score
    Europa Universalis V is a monumental grand strategy evolution, thanks to its innovative, organic population simulation and immense strategic depth on a beautifully detailed map. Despite a baroque interface and steep learning curve presenting a significant barrier for newcomers, and potential late-game performance drops, it offers infinite replayability and emergent narratives, solidifying its place as Paradox's most ambitious title.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This game deserves carrying the name of the franchise. It makes some changes, focusing more on beating ourselves in every stage, but the core experience remains.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Ratchet & Clank are back with a great example of what a remake should be. Fun, engaging and visually stunning, this new episode is a great experience for everyone.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Last year, The Show failed to deliver the right amount of additions to the series, but this year we've been overwhelmed by how many things San Diego Studio is bringing. Again, the best game for baseball fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A true sequel for the franchise. It’s not a huge evolution, but it is good and very respectful and we’re sure fans will appreciate that.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    This is the most ambitious, realistic and deep entry in the series, with tweaks that make our actions more meaningful that ever.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Kirby transitions into 3D with one of its best games yet. A beautiful adventure that has brought a smile to our faces from the beginning to the end.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Although there are things to be improved in the online game of Marvel vs Capcom 2, this title is as fun as it was in 2000, and that's quite a thing to say about a videogame.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    One of the best visual novels ever made is back with a fantastic new look, and it is, more than ever, a game you cannot miss.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Its new contents are not that important, but will enhance durability for solo players. Its major flaws are the downgrade in graphics and the absence of PlayStation 3 compatibility: you'll have to unlock everything again if you had done it on the PS3. A great fighting game with charming personality that fans of the series will love.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Creative Assembly has managed to make the series feel fresh without changing its core, delivering one of its best entries to date. It looks and plays great, and it comes with many, many hours of content.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Thronebreaker combines RPG, cards and an excellent narrative. If you want to know more about The Witcher’s world and like card-based games, this is an absolute must-have.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    The surprise Far Cry 3 is gone, but this time is bigger and better, and we still loved playing it. If you like first-person action games, you shouldn't miss this one.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is a modern masterpiece that no tactic-stealth strategy fan should miss, and a great starting point for those interested in the genre.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    If you didn't play it on Xbox and you're looking for just plain fun, this is a great choice. There's no great improvement over the Xbox version, but this isn't really a problem… it will manage anyway to keep you playing for hours.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a great platformer, particularly for those who have been playing for a long time now.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Its innovative visuals and its daring and well-made gameplay features make it not only a great action-adventure game but also a genre refreshing title. Only certain moments which cut the pace, and some problems in the fights which can become frustrating, blur one of the masterpieces of the year.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Moss is the best game available for PSVR at the moment. If you like puzzles, platforming and action and you have a PSVR headset, you shouldn't miss it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is the best way to play Death Stranding. Some of the additions are great, some seem a bit strange, but that’s exactly what you would expect from Kojima.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Monster Boy is a wonderful adventure. It’s a great way to bring back the Wonder Boy essence and adapt it to new trends, while still making it feel classic and nostalgic. If you enjoy old-school action platforms, you cannot miss it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    PSVita proves once again that it is a perfect hardware for almost every kind of game. The mix of physical and touch controls help Terraria to feel even better, since the game itself still holds all its fun and addictivity.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Outer Wilds is an absorbing experience, charming and unique. It may seem simple, but there’s much more than meets the eye. One of those special titles virtual explores will love.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Trials Rising might be a little bit overwhelming at the beginning, but once the smoke clears away, we find one of the purest Trials we’ve played in the last few years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The visual upgrade might not be a reason to buy this again, but if you haven't played yet, you'll find an outstanding game that will please adventure fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    StarCraft is a game you shouldn't miss if you like strategy, and it still as great as it was 19 years ago.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Pyre is something special and different, and that's undeniable. It has its flaws, but it's overall a great game, and Supergiant has proven once again they know how to make unique experiences.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Manifold Garden is very original, and not only gameplay-wise but also when it comes to its art and arquitectural design. However, we feel like its design needs some work to bring it up there with the greatest puzzle games.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It is not "Fable" and it does not try to be, it just takes these elements and combines them with some others to create very fun videogame, with its own personality and a well-achieved and told story, perfectly integrated with its gameplay. A more than recommended buy.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tidus and Yuna are back, and that’s always great news. This version doesn’t really offer anything new, but it’s always good to have available on new platforms, particularly on the versatile Switch.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's quite hard to consider this a "game", and it rather feels like an interactive documentary. In any case, we think it's something necessary and worth checking out.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Marvel Snap has everything it needs to be successful, and its ideal for quick games, while also being fair to players who do not buy microtransactions.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    DiRT 4 works no matter whether you’re looking a hard, realistic experience, or if you just want to enjoy a good racing game. Codemasters has options for both types of players, and this game becomes a must-have for racing fans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Clash Royale tweaks the formula of its predecessor and delivers an incredibly addictive and well-balance experience. Yes, there are in-app purchases, but even if you choose not to pay, you can still enjoy the latest game by Supercell.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is a great golf game, made with care and ambition, which achieves to be enjoyable both solo and in company, as a party game.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    A great RPG that not only has a very interesting story and a solid combat system, but also makes the most of time travelling.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Old Republic is here to stay, and offers epic galactic adventures making the most of the Star Wars universe. Although it doesn't evolve the gameplay of the genre, with a very conservative style, it takes a leap in improving the narrative, successfully achieving to tell a great story. We are eagerly waiting for updates and improvements in the future.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Mario + Rabbids is a wonderful surprise. It's fun, long, beautiful and it has a lot of content. We could only ask for better and less repetitive puzzles, but if you like what you've seen so far, don't hesitate and get it.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Crash Bandicoot returns with a great adventure that knows how to stay true to the originals while adding some new features. Although we don’t love the new characters and the level design is quite irregular, it is a really good comeback that will keep us playing for many hours.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It took a while, but finally we can enjoy a legendary visual novel. Great characters, great story and, definitely, a very unique experience.
    • 84 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    If you like rallies, you will love this game. Its modes are not very elaborate, but the driving experience is fantastic.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    The new features and game modes will please both series followers and newcomers.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    If you're looking for classic RPG with that touch of magic and uniqueness, make sure you don't miss this adventure. A new unforgettable work from Level-5.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Statik is a great puzzle game, very clever in its execution, and it overcomes all the shortcomings of the PSVR technology. It can feel pricey considering its length and replayability, but whenever you think the price is right, make sure you play it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Maybe we could have waited for some new features from Obsidian, apart for the scenario change and some new improvements in gameplay. But you could also ask why change something that works so well. The recommendation is clear: If you liked Fallout 3, don't hesitate in getting New Vegas.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The only reason why you shouldn't buy this game is that you already have the original. There aren't relevant additions to the adventure, but it still is a great adventure.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    F1 2018 takes the series a step further, with many small and big enhancements and tweaks to polish its gameplay, as well as new options and modes. It is exactly what we expected, and it's one of the best entries in the series.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is an interactive drama that experiments with the narrative and the video game mechanics to create an surrealist road movie where players are the writers.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    This is the definitive collection, and you can have pretty much all the games in one disc. If you haven't played them yet, it's the best way to get ready for Kingdom Hearts III.
    • 84 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Rare Replay is a collection that will definitely remind you why this studio is so beloved these days. Great games (even though we still miss a few), great price and tons of extras that a Rare fan shouldn't miss.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This is one of the best entries in the series, full of possibilities and with some unforgettable moments. However, it feels like its core is running out of steam, and it’s probably a good time to give Agent 47 a well-deserved break.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A richly polished evolution of Anno 1800 that deepens empire-building through the dual-province system, strategic cultural choices, and stronger diplomacy, though its complexity and demanding resource management can overwhelm at times, ultimately delivering an engrossing and highly replayable strategy experience.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Red Matter is a fantastic adventure that manages to make everything interactive. Together with its great setting and story, it’s a very solid option for VR players.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    OlliOlli World is an incredible skateboarding-based platformer with fantastic level and mission design and one of the tightest control systems in the genre. A must-have for those who like skateboarding, platformers and a challenge.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    This is a great, fresh open world action adventure game, with a very well-implemented Nemesis system. It's an outstanding surprise, and we think it deserves a try.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    These are the definitive editions of one of the best episodes of the franchise, delivering a better, bigger and more complete game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Another masterpiece from Atlus; an JRPG that shines thanks to its fantastic level design, its deep combat and addictive progression system.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Octopath Traveler 0 provides an immense 100-hour JRPG journey, boasting magnificent HD-2D visuals, demanding combat, and an expanded, choice-driven narrative. Despite reinventing the series with engaging new mechanics, its critical omission of Spanish localization for the target audience is a grave error, severely limiting its accessibility amidst otherwise stellar offerings.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Horizon: Zero Dawn is a fantastic game, and this is a very good version, although a little bit flawed. Guerrilla is committed to iron out these issues to allow PC players to enjoy this adventure in the best possible way.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Surprisingly good, it offers a great free-to-play experience with dozens of hours of fun ahead. There are some technical issues waiting to be solved, but if the studio, the publisher and the players support PlanetSide 2, the future of PlanetSide 2 could be really bright.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Planet Coaster is a must have for fans of the genre. RollerCoaster Tycoon isn't dead, it just has a new name.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    A gift for fans of both series and fighting games players. A deep, technical and solid game that integrates perfectly the mechanics of both series. A huge piece of work that is a dream come true for those fans who have been expecting a crossover like this for years.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is the best title ever done by Ark System Works, a 2D fighting game you cannot miss if you're a fan of the genre.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Splosion Man is one of the best Xbox Live Arcade games, a fantastic platform game nobody should let escape.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    It was already a great game on Nintendo DS, and this version adds a multiplayer mode and beautiful graphics.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    TxK
    This is great and addictive arcade we thing everyone will enjoy, but if you played Tempest at some point, nostalgia will add an extra layer of fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It has attractive game modes and a better control, but we can only recommend this game if you don't have a Xbox 360 or a PlayStation 3.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The game maintains its virtues intact: good plot, great gameplay and an attractive artistic design. The technical improvements also help it narrow the time gap between today and the original's release.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    FIFA 17 has pleased us, not only for the graphical overhaul thanks to the new engine, but also for the addition of a story mode and the gameplay improvements made. An excellent soccer game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great idea turned into a highly addictive game, with a charming visual design.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    This title should have existed since two years ago, and for the future it has to improve its graphics and gameplay a little bit (including the safety car as an option). But from what we've seen in this first installment, the future looks bright.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    BluzBlue closes its storyline with one of the best episodes of the franchise. Another great game for 2D fighting fans.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sound Shapes is one of those downloadable jewels for platforming and music fans. Its only flaw is that it is a bit short in the campaign mode, but it compensates for it with several challenge options and a comprehensive editor. One of the most original PSN games in months.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Gears couldn’t age any better. This fifth main entry polishes its gameplay to perfection and delivers a great campaign and a fantastic multiplayer full of content. It also takes more risks than its predecessor, and even if sometimes the result has some room for improvement, overall it’s a game that has surpassed our expectations.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is one of those games that make you feel smart, thanks to a fantastic design and very interesting mysteries to solve. Something very unique and easy to recommend if you’re looking for something different.
    • 84 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The setting change works well, and the story will please series followers, with surprises and comebacks which will thrill Resident Evil fans. Resident Evil 5 offers a quality experience, despite some incongruities - all of them can be overlood -, which will engage us in front of the TV for hours, thanks to its gameplay and its high doses of action, tension and fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Not just a game for God of War lovers, or for those who didn't play the PSP original, but also one of the best action games in the PlayStation 3, in spite of its graphics, that have been well updated, but look dated in comparison with other games.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    It doesn't hide all the ideas borrowed from the Souls series, and that's fine. S&S is a great game; a great experience we wish lasted longer.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    As a remaster, it is a good one, but as a game, it’s one of the best adventures ever made.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    As a driving game, Forza Motorsport is fantastic, but the lack of content and even ambition after a six-year break makes the return a bit more overwhelming than we expected.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Surely there will be better tennis simulators in coming years, but after many hours with Top Spin 4, we can't imagine how to improve the recreation of the sport with such fun.
    • 84 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    THQ has improved the previous game in every way, achieving a game not just for UFC fans, but one that will surprise everyone for its quality as a fighting game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Capcom has done an excellent and refined job, trying to find the balance between accessibility for newcomers and those hunters who love complexity and difficulty.

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