Vandal's Scores

  • Games
For 6,582 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 Bayonetta 2
Lowest review score: 10 Make it indie!
Score distribution:
6586 game reviews
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you want a fighting game and you feel overwhelmed with the main franchises, this can be a great option. The roaster isn’t the largest, but everything else –including its amazing graphics– is surprisingly good.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Exit the Dungeon is a solid shooter/platformer that iterates on the original concept. It doesn’t execute it as well as that, but overall it is a lot of fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    What started as a mod, ended up being the best way to enjoy Half-Life, not only with its visual upgrades, but also with new features and tweaks to make it better than ever.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Doom Eternal is, in 2020, what Doom 2 was in 1994: one of the best FPS of its generation. Eternal is an incredible and brutal experience that you cannot miss.
    • 95 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    Royal is much more than we expected. It’s an absolutely incredible game reaching perfection, improving on everything. On top of that, it comes localized, so the language barrier is not a barrier anymore.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is one of those unique games that we really enjoy. It’s perfect if you just want to enjoy a bunch of stories that feel human and real, even if they are part of a fantastic universe.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Animal Crossing is back with the most complete entry so far, full of options to make this virtual world truly yours. It makes the series feel fresh while keeping its essence intact.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Murder by Numbers is a very interesting idea, that brings the Picross puzzles and the narrative adventures together. It has a slow start, but it’s once you’re in, you won’t be able to get out.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Roundguard feels very mobile-like, but it’s a fantastic take on the Peggle formula. It can be quite limited if you want to spend many hours on it, but it’s perfect for quick games.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    My Hero One’s Justice 2 feels like an expansion rather than a sequel. There is more content, but that’s about it. It can be a good choice if you like the anime, but it isn’t very deep if you want a fighting game.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is a decent metroidvania, quite limited by its indie budget, that targets “ecchi” fans. Unless you’re looking for this specific theme, there are many other better metroidvanias out there.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This is a solid strategy game, and even if it doesn’t match the greatness of the titles it’s based on and loses a bit of depth, it offers a lot of fun and a much friendlier learning curve.
    • 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.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    This is an exceptional platformer, absolutely incredible on an audiovisual level, and it reminds you that, when they developers get it right, there’s something great and unique about jumping.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rescue Team DX is a good remake, but some of the decisions made make the game simpler and easier, breaking the balanced difficulty of the original. Still, if you like this approach to the Pokémon world, you’ll enjoy it.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Space Channel 5 VR is fantastic. A great comeback that keeps the charm of the original intact, and we’ve enjoyed every minute of it. And you better make sure you enjoy every minute, because the alarming lack of content is its biggest flaw, particularly if you consider its price.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    Hayfever is a charming 2D adventure that can be quite challenging. We feel like it needs to iron out some issues, but overall can be fun if you’re looking for a more difficult approach to the genre.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This fighting game is ideal for fans of the franchise that just want to have a good time, without being too technical or competitive. It has some good ideas, but not much depth.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Overpass is different, and we like that. Yes, it’s hard and challenging, but it’s not like other racing games –you’re not supposed to be able to win the first time you race. It’s a shame that technically is very flawed and can get repetitive, but its core is solid.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Samurai Showdown works great on Switch, but not as well as the other versions. If you just want a casual way of enjoy it, then it’s more than enough, but if you want to get competitive, you might be better off on other platforms.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Megaman fans, and even action/platformer fans, shouldn’t miss this collection. Six of the best Megaman games ever made in a great compilation full of interesting extras.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bloodroots is, above anything else, fun. You’ll have to come up with all sorts of ideas to get rid of your enemies in this action game that can be tricky, but also very satisfying.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    We couldn’t have asked for better versions on Switch. Both games still hold up very well, and from a technical point of view they look incredible on Nintendo’s console.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Rune Factory 4 is absorbing, packed with content and unique features. If you ever thought about combining farm management and JRPG, this is your game.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As a Way of the Samurai spin-off is interesting, but there are better alternatives in this genre. It is enjoyable, but some of its ideas need better execution.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    We think these two games deserved a better package, with extras of some kind, but unfortunately we just get a (pretty good) visual upgrade. That said, they are two of the best games developed by PlatinumGames, and it’s great to have them on newer platforms.
    • 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.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    ROCKETRON is a solid shooter with tons of action and exploration, particularly recommended for fans of 16-bit run & gun games.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is just the best version of one of the best hack & slash ever made. If you haven’t played it, it’s a great new opportunity, and if you have, the Freestyle mode and the Bloody Palace in coop can transform the experience.

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