Video Chums' Scores

  • Games
For 3,634 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 48% higher than the average critic
  • 18% same as the average critic
  • 34% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 2.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 96 Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
Lowest review score: 0 Bus Fix 2019
Score distribution:
3634 game reviews
    • 67 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Even though The Lego Ninjago Movie Video Game is full of fun moments that you can enjoy with a pal, constant technical issues and repetitive gameplay hold it back from being the next great Lego game. That said, long-time fans of these blocky video game adventures will surely have a blast in yet another vibrant and memorable plastic world.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The story campaign in Marvel's Avengers is a wonderful treat for fans of Marvel as it's full of superhero fun. Beyond that, the experience unfortunately doesn't quite maintain its level of excitement in its multiplayer component.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Achilles: Legends Untold presents a memorable adventure that's full of challenging combat and rewarding progression.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 59 Critic Score
    The Longest Five Minutes is a promising JRPG with endearing characters that'll make you happy to experience their tale yet it simply doesn't offer enough fruitful gameplay to satisfy genre fans' gaming sensibilities.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Shiness: The Lightning Kingdom is a beautiful action RPG full of fantastic and varied gameplay. Although traditional fans of the genre may find its unconventional combat off-putting, there's definitely enough here to enjoy.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a colorful and excellently animated puzzle-platformer. The marker mechanics work very well and keep the campaign interesting throughout the six to eight hour adventure.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    An impressively enjoyable take on the Trials formula that'll appeal to those who find Trials too frustrating. However, if you take your dirt bike tricks seriously then you should stick to the classics.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    In the virtual world, being bad often feels good so if you want to stick it to a bunch of medieval villagers then you'll love Good Goliath.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Nevaeh's challenge relies on your ability to consistently think outside the box and its resulting gameplay is impressively rewarding.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Space Invaders Forever contains 3 very different alien-shooting experiences in one enjoyable collection. Whether you prefer fending off invaders solo or with a few friends, you're bound to have a great time with these fantastic games.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Nova-111 is quite a treat of an indie and I'm happy that it's finally available for Switch. Exploring its alien worlds as you outsmart all sorts of tricky foes and progress past seemingly impossible situations makes for some rewarding Mystery Dungeon-like gameplay.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    After playing Garden of the Sea for a while, it completely won me over with its downright adorable game world that I can't stop thinking about as well as its rewarding mechanics that are as fun to learn as they are intuitive to work with. What a fantastic VR experience.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    A capable Dynasty Warriors clone but its lack of imagination when it comes to enemies, gameplay, and modes holds it back from being a great game. That being said, if you're looking for a mostly enjoyable action game with a colourful cast of fun-filled characters set in a quirky anime world then this is a game that you should definitely check out.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    I friggin' loved my time with Crash Team Rumble and I plan on playing it much, much more. Although I was a bit hesitant at first, the amount of strategy that you can incorporate allows this frantic multiplayer game to really shine battle after battle.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Indies don't get much funnier than Say No! More with its goofy story, pitch-perfect presentation, and laugh-out-loud situations.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Neptunia ReVerse is a wonderful iteration of a lovely RPG classic that both fans and newcomers can enjoy. With oodles of content, a nifty new mode, and even a fishing mini-game; it's hard not to have a blast while playing through Neptunia's debut adventure on PS5.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dreamfall Chapters is a lengthy and entertaining game with an enthralling narrative. The minor annoyances won't stop me from recommending it to any fan of adventure games or even someone who simply wants to enjoy a solid story.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As one of the most visually unique indies out there, I recommend playing Hotel Sowls although its campaign isn't all that challenging.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    If you value exploration in your Soulslikes more than any other aspect then you'll absolutely love the intricate and rewarding stage designs in AI LIMIT. However, if you want brutal and visceral combat then you should look elsewhere.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    NBA BOUNCE is a super-fun and very simple basketball game that's easy to enjoy for everyone with its intuitive gameplay and cute graphics that are made even more endearing by the playable and adorable interpretations of each team's mascot; very cool.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 67 Critic Score
    With a lack of modes and repetitive and unvaried gameplay, Dissidia Final Fantasy NT is a disappointing long-awaited follow-up to a decent duology of portable fighters. That being said, there's definitely enough Final Fantasy eye candy to satisfy diehard fans.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Double Cross features superb and challenging 2D platforming with an awesome upgrade system that relies on finding collectibles. That being said, its combat is quite tedious and uninteresting which makes gameplay sometimes feel like a chore.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    DEADCRAFT would be a decent game if it allowed for more freedom and featured a much larger explorable environment. Unless you desperately want to experience its wacky and irreverent game world, I recommend playing the far superior DYSMANTLE instead.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    A Pixel Story is a promising retro tale but it fails to live up to the classic games that it's clearly inspired by. You'll likely have fun in its colourful world but don't expect it to last as long as the journey itself.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    Urban Trial Freestyle 2 is a mostly enjoyable portable Trials-like game that features plenty of content. Although the formula has been done better before, what you get here is still solid enough to be worth checking out.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Rest in Pieces offers a genuinely creepy atmosphere and its simple gameplay is rather enjoyable yet it lacks lasting appeal.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    I'm definitely looking forward to whatever they make next which will hopefully be a bit more polished and much less derivative.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Miitopia is the only Nintendo game that actually uses the Mii concept to its full potential. Even though the core gameplay doesn't stray far from a basic formula, I never thought that user-generated Miis could result in such an addictive barrel of fun.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush is such an exciting chunk of DLC that breathes new life into an already incredible experience. From chilling at DK Island to frantically punching everything in sight during Emerald Rush, you'll have a barrel of fun.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Oddworld: Soulstorm is the best 2D stealth puzzle adventure game ever made. From its variety of well-crafted gameplay elements to its sprawling levels that beg to be replayed; it's an incredible journey and with quite a touching story, too.

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