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For 578 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 53% higher than the average critic
  • 7% same as the average critic
  • 40% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 4.5 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 79
Highest review score: 100 Metroid Prime Remastered
Lowest review score: 30 Cobra Kai 2: Dojos Rising
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 426 out of 578
  2. Mixed: 139 out of 578
  3. Negative: 13 out of 578
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    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    NBA 2K23
    It's the best this series has been in a long while, and it does so by catering not to 2K fans, but basketball fans in general. The Jordan Challenges, MyNBA Era and MyPlayer modes all give a sense of wonder and fun the series lacked in the last three games. And in the next game (That needs to feature Kobe Bryant on the cover), this is the line they need to drive to.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Rise of the Third Power
    While it has it's shortcomings, Rise of the Third Power is still a wonderful JRPG with great gameplay and music that Switch fans, JRPG fans and quite frankly - History fans, will definitely enjoy.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Days Gone Remastered
    Days Gone Remastered delivers exactly what a remaster should: For newcomers, it’s the best way to experience Deacon’s rugged journey through a rich, freaker‑infested world, complete with a gripping story and a refreshingly rough-around-the-edges protagonist. For returning players, however, the modest visual tweaks and bonus modes don’t add enough novelty to warrant a full replay unless you’ve been away from the game for years.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bat Boy
    Barring some mishaps, Bat Boy is a triumph: Solid gameplay that keeps getting better with each stage. It's a very short game, but it's a sweet experience that I can definitely recommend to everyone that's a fan of 2D platformers (and especially Shovel Knight).
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tales of Xillia Remastered
    Tales of Xillia is something of a classic, a game that for a long time wasn’t available on modern systems. To truly play it, you either needed access to a fairly old console or had to rely on less official methods. A remaster is an excellent solution for players who don’t want to purchase outdated hardware just to enjoy a single game. This remaster is done quite well, and even though some aspects of the game haven’t aged particularly gracefully, it’s still well worth the time for many players today.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Big Hops
    Big Hops is the palete cleanser you need going into 2026 - with immpressive platforming inspired by Mario, a Veggie system that rewards creative thinking and adorable graphics and humor - This is the game you should kick off the year with.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dying Light: Platinum Edition
    Well, this isn't the prettiest version of this underrated gem, but the port itself is well-made and plays nice (mostly). This is a well made port and worthy of this great game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Sonic Origins Plus
    Is it a good Sonic collection? Yes, very much - and the addition of the Game Gear games is just the icing on the cake. But still, the tactics that Sega employed with this game collection, plus the fact that it is still missing some fixes bugs me a lot.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
    Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is a game with huge potential, using stunning advanced technology and stunning visuals. It aims to provide a one-to-one representation of Earth, complete with full virtual reality support. However, its launch has had technical issues like non-functioning servers, long loading times, crashes, and bugs. Despite this, the game's engaging career mode and breathtaking experiences when they work are a sight to behold. The game's performance problems and the need for more optimization, especially in virtual reality, can be a challenge. It's best to have a high-end PC, fast internet, and plenty of patience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Far Cry 5
    Far Cry 5 is a mixed bag. On the one hand, you get a dark story about an extremist group taking over a town. On the other hand, you get a bear named Cheeseburger who smiles while mauling his enemies. The music is fantastic, the AI is terrible, and the co-op is a lot of fun, as long as you don't expect it to be the next Borderlands. There's a lot of fun to be had in Far Cry 5, but if Ubisoft only took the time to fix those minor problems, it could have been perfect.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pepper Grinder
    Fun, smart but definitely too short - Pepper Grinder is another prime example of how innovative and fun the indie gaming community is. A project that first surfaced in 2017, because one of the most fun games of 2024 - I just wished it had more levels.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Life is Strange: Before the Storm - Episode 1: Awake
    Life is Strange: Before the Storm Ep. 1 is an emotional roller-coaster. It features a wonderful plot that develops slowly but brilliantly. Moreover, the episode's ending leaves you craving for more. The dialogues and the characters are exceptional, especially the ones that involve the new Backtalk ability, which make you feel like you are an inseparable part of the conversation. However, the lack of the Rewind system is felt greatly, so you will have to use your use instincts and gut feelings.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    RoadCraft
    RoadCraft has ultimately proven to be one of the standout titles of this year. It offers a unique gameplay experience centered around operating heavy machinery in post-disaster recovery missions, with unmatched freedom and attention to detail. The vast open maps, logistical puzzle elements, and over 40 different vehicles create an engaging sandbox for creative problem-solving.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Pokemon Legends: Z-A - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
    Pokemon Legends Z-A is one of the most disappointing Pokemon games i have ever played. Besides the wide variety of creatures to catch, some QoL changes and the Mega Evolutions - there's not much else to find enjoyable in this experience.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Borderlands 4
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    FIFA 22
    Great additions to Career mode and Volta, with the overhauled animations introduced by the new HyperMotion technology make it the best FIFA game in years. FUT is still marred by microtransactions making the game somewhat unfair, but the rest of the game has improved for the better.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot + A New Power Awakens Set
    In the epic battle between the forces of bad Switch ports and great Switch ports, Goku and his friends take the size of the good guys, with this game being a great port of a good game with loads of extra content and good performance on Nintendo's small hybrid console.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Little Kitty, Big City
    Little Kitty, Big City is a simple game with an even simpler goal: to make you smile, and all we have to say is that it just succeeds in doing that. It does not pretend to reinvent the game genre it is based on or to present complex layers that combine innovative gameplay and plot. With tons of personal charm, excellent world design, and truly exceptionally witty writing, this little cat honestly earns its place on the games shelf.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Graceful Explosion Machine
    Graceful Explosion Machine is indeed a hidden GEM in the Nintendo e-shop library. It has an addictive and incredibly simple yet complex gameplay, amazing replay value and is extremely cheap at $13. The lack of Co-Op multiplayer does hold it back sometimes and as does the variety of worlds.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide
    Is SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide going to be someone's GOTY? No. Could it be the most fun game someone played this year? There's a high chance. Titans of the Tide knows its job precisely and, with crazy professionalism, builds a 7-hour adventure that feels like one long episode of the series.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nintendo Labo: Toycon 01 Variety Kit
    Nintendo went ahead and cemented itself as not only the oddball of the gaming industry but as the king of left field. The Labo has some great ideas stored inside of it and the experience itself of building the Toy-Cons was quite enjoyable – albeit a bit shallow in terms of some of the games.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mario & Luigi: Brothership
    Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood is ultimately a very cute game, even if there are some annoying dialogues along the way and unexciting rewards for exploration. It's not exactly a new standard compared to its predecessors in the series, but it still manages to provide an excellent and fun combat system that makes it a not-so-bad experience.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider
    Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider is a good neo-retro game, but it might be too retro for it's own good. While it is a fun and engaging game, I believe it's high difficulty coupled with the "lives" system, might be off-putting for some people.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Donkey Kong Country Returns HD
    Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is a great experience both for those who have played and want more and for those playing for the first time. It looks, feels, and sounds great but it's hard not to feel like it could have benefitted from a few more months in the oven to fix the loading times and the bosses that hardly challenges the player
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Luigi's Mansion 2 HD
    Even after all the issues I've listed here, there's no arguing that Luigi's Mansion 2 HD is the best version this game has ever known. If you've never played Luigi's Mansion 2 before and enjoyed the third game in the series even a little bit, or you just want a little more of Luigi's Mansion until the day we might get new title, I think it's worth investing your time and money on the This HD, as long as you are aware that it is a smaller and simpler game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EA Sports FC 26
    EA FC 26 is a complete football simulator game that contains every option for every player according to their preference, whether you want to play as a manager, seasons into the night or career mode, everyone will find something to find and get the most out of a complete football game with a beautiful and complete package. So put on your shoes and turn on the PlayStation, it's waiting for you.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    ARMS
    ARMS feels like the first true competitive game for the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo made the game work with both the Motion Controls scheme and the regular controllers. The gameplay is fast and fun, with comebacks and great moves just around the corner. The single player experience is pretty dull, and can be frustrating at times, but the online scene is absolutely great. The game will get more patches and free DLC along the way so it might get fixed in the future, but even in this current state, I believe that ARMS is a game that's not hard to recommend.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Scarlet Nexus
    Scarlet Nexus is an amazing Japanese action RPG game, at the start it could give a feeling of an average anime game, but the amazing designs, blend of action and RPG, interesting story are a great blend to one of 2021 games you don't want to miss.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Riders Republic
    The focus on open-world gameplay was a blessing and a curse for Rider's Republic. It's still a good game, sure - but a little more focus of Ubisoft's side, and it could have become something truly special.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Crimson Desert
    Crimson Desert is one of the most rewarding open-world games I’ve played in years, but it absolutely makes you work for that payoff. Its opening hours are rough, the story never fully comes together, and the UI, inventory management, and control scheme can be frustratingly clunky. Still, once the world opens up, the game becomes something special. Exploration feels meaningful, not like filler, and the best rewards often come from curiosity, detours, and preparation rather than simply following the main quest. Combat is flashy, deep, and incredibly satisfying against groups of enemies, even if some boss fights lean too hard into frustration. This is basically Pearl Abyss making a single-player Black Desert: mechanically rich, often messy, and far more interested in systems, movement, and discovery than in telling a compelling story. If you value exploration over narrative and can push through a bumpy start, Crimson Desert is an easy recommendation.
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