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 Red Dead Redemption 2
Lowest review score: 10 Make it indie!
Score distribution:
6586 game reviews
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The console version of American Arcadia offers everything we enjoyed in the PC version that came out two years ago. In addition to boasting excellent technical performance, it maintains the freshness that was so successful in its day, with a perfect blend of narrative and gameplay. It's one of those indie games that gives the impression of coming from a studio that has carefully curated every element we gamers appreciate. Although the title isn't excessively long, it's impossible not to recommend it to those looking for a story that will keep you glued to the screen for a while. It will leave you wanting more.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This collection offers a diverse mix of classic 2D and 3D fighting games from the late 90s and early 2000s, with standout titles like Capcom vs. SNK 2 and Power Stone 2 delivering lasting fun and depth. Despite some unevenness in game quality and dated graphics in certain entries, the extensive customization options and improvements like enhanced resolution make it a worthwhile package for both nostalgic players and newcomers.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    So if you want to give this police GTA a try, know that it's a good option. It's not without its flaws, but with a well-constructed, rather interesting and entertaining approach, and boasting admirable execution given everything it offers (which is certainly no small feat).
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The game offers enjoyable exploration and cooperative play across varied alien worlds with solid shooting mechanics and clever gadgets, but its repetitive structure and limited enemy variety reduce long-term excitement. Overall, it delivers a fun, lighthearted adventure with good content and accessibility despite lacking depth and challenge.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This version delivers excellent technical performance with full cross-platform multiplayer and solid DualSense controller support, although it disappoints by not including all extra content in the base package; overall, it remains the most complete and entertaining way to experience this legendary RTS on PlayStation 5.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    This fighting game offers deep, satisfying combat with a fresh REV system adding strategic depth, and a diverse roster of distinct characters, although its mode selection feels limited and its story mode somewhat uninspired; nevertheless, it shines online with smooth netcode and impresses visually with a unique cel-shaded art style and strong animations.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game improves significantly over its predecessor with enhanced graphics, better controls, and a rich open world to explore, though it still suffers from frustrating platforming mechanics and some performance issues. Despite these flaws, its atmospheric design and thoughtful exploration offer a compelling experience for fans of contemplative adventures.
    • 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.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Bionic Bay offers a satisfying blend of innovative mechanics and atmospheric design, combining challenging puzzles with varied gameplay that keeps players engaged despite some occasional frustration; its minimalist but immersive world, smooth physics, and online ghost races add depth and replayability.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The remake offers a captivating atmosphere and strong narrative with beautiful, detailed environments and improved character models, but its puzzles remain quite simple and the performance suffers occasional frame drops on consoles. Overall, it is a faithful update that will appeal to adventure fans new to the game despite some technical shortcomings.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Its charming art style, intuitive interaction, and emotional voice acting combine with a nostalgic and autobiographical story that immerses players in the childhood memories of its creator, though the ball control can occasionally feel imprecise and its short length may leave some wanting more.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This fast-paced puzzle-platformer challenges your coordination by making you control two halves of a wizard simultaneously across cleverly designed retro-style levels, offering addictive gameplay with high difficulty, although its old-school visuals and repetitive trial-and-error approach may not appeal to everyone.
    • 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.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Despite lacking originality and charismatic characters, this spiritual successor to Command & Conquer offers varied missions, accessible yet satisfying strategy gameplay, and strong audiovisual design that make it a must-play for RTS fans.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    This collection faithfully preserves the charm, story, and gameplay of the original Lunar games with enhanced visuals and quality-of-life tweaks, though it lacks substantial difficulty options or broader localization, which might limit accessibility for newcomers.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    This updated version of the classic RPG features significantly improved graphics, atmospheric lighting, and a modernized UI, while retaining the charm and depth of its original world. However, it inherits the same bugs and design flaws from 2006 and suffers from technical issues like poor performance and frequent loading, making it a nostalgic but imperfect experience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    With improved accessibility, an optional arcade control mode, and new disciplines like Flat Track and Minibike adding gameplay variety, MotoGP 25 remains loyal to its simulation roots while becoming more beginner-friendly, though it still suffers from dated animations and lacks significant innovation.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ultimately, Horde Assault is the Days Gone 2 that many have been waiting for, and those who enjoyed it previously will find little incentive with Remastered, but it's the best way to enter the post-apocalyptic world of Oregon if you haven't done so until now.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This unique mix of classic survival horror and narrative adventure stands out with its vivid artistic style, intuitive mechanics, and creative combat system, although its story may feel underwhelming for some and leans heavily on dialogue that might not appeal to all audiences.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Its relaxing environments, immersive sound design, and detailed photography tools make it an ideal escape for fans of landscape photography, although the static nature of the scenery and inconsistent graphics might limit its appeal to a niche audience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Primal Games delivers a visually stunning dark fantasy metroidvania with solid exploration, meaningful progression and class variety, although repetitive combat, shallow choices and underdeveloped narrative arcs ultimately hold it back.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The game offers incredible boss battles, satisfying combat, and a strong identity within the "niohlike" genre, although the level design is overly linear and visually repetitive, yet the overall experience remains highly rewarding and addictive.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The game delivers an intense, innovative turn-based combat experience with a rich atmosphere and gorgeous visuals, although the repetitive level design and a story that loses focus halfway through diminish its overall impact.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This entertaining and accessible horror trilogy effectively adapts to Switch with minor technical irregularities, delivering a charming experience for fans despite its simplicity and occasional technical flaws that might disappoint more seasoned players.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    MainFrames is a charming and solid 2D platformer with a clever window-based gameplay and accessibility options, although its simple story, occasional arbitrary challenges, and lack of deeper innovation limit its overall impact.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered arrives on PC in much better shape than the first installment. Nixxes, with the help of Iron Galaxy, has learned from its past mistakes and brought all its experience to bear to offer us a very valid and enjoyable port for keyboard and mouse players. It has some minor bugs and may be a bit too processor-intensive in terms of optimization, but it's certainly a perfect opportunity to enjoy one of the best games of the last five years on PC.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    While AI Limit offers an accessible soulslike experience with a unique synchronization system and decent early exploration, it ultimately suffers from clunky combat, uninspired world-building, forgettable bosses, and a lack of originality that keeps it from standing out.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    We believe there's still room for MachineGames to fully realize the potential of the greatest adventurer of all time. But at its best, it's a game that puts you right in the shoes of Henry Walton Jones, Jr. like no other, and it's safe to say that it surpasses the last two films. For fans of the character, it's a solid recommendation.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Behind its meme-worthy absurdity and 90s anime-inspired visuals, this short but varied action-platformer offers satisfying combat, a unique transformation mechanic, and clever level design, although occasional design missteps and imprecise controls hold it back slightly.

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