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
    • 45 Metascore
    • 38 Critic Score
    Bravo Team is fairly enjoyable at the start but it quickly devolves into a repetitive and mindless shooter that unfortunately doesn't even live up to the classic light gun games of the mid-'90s.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    If you've ever wanted to ride a roller coaster in virtual reality then RollerCoaster Tycoon Joyride is sure to satisfy. It may not be a fully realised experience but what's here still provides creative fun and exciting thrills.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It may be easy but Where Angels Cry: Tears of the Fallen Collector's Edition is full of variety which makes it somewhat rewarding.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It surely offers quirky and fun gameplay but Spuds Unearthed is held back by its simple structure that doesn't really go the extra mile.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    I laughed a lot while playing Tamagotchi Plaza and wish more games were this funny and silly but I also can't deny that it's also quite limited.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    With so many superior games inspired by XCOM out there, Element Space's buggy and tedious battles simply don't measure up.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    If Let's Go Nuts had tighter and more challenging gameplay with cleverer stage designs then it would be a much better platformer.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Its repetitive nature holds Scar-Lead Salvation back from being good but it's still enjoyable enough to play whenever you want to wind down.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    With some great games in the series' past, Puzzle & Dragons Gold is disappointingly stripped down yet it still offers an exciting combat dynamic, especially for those who prefer to flex their skills online.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 44 Critic Score
    It features simple gameplay in an adorable world but the overall unsatisfying formula and lack of substantial content make it an easily forgettable fighter even for dedicated Touhou fans.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Enchanted Portals looks great within its charming old-school cartoon world but it mostly plays like a bargain bin Super NES game.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    If someone never heard of Crazy Taxi, played Taxi Chaos, and then tried Crazy Taxi; they would think that Taxi Chaos was some sort of rudimentary precursor to the series. It's not a terrible game but it's certainly not nearly as enjoyable as its 22 year old counterpart.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Even though Nickelodeon Kart Racers may appear to be another cartoon cash-in, it actually offers solid racing gameplay as well as plenty of fun tracks, power-ups, and customizable karts that the entire family can enjoy together.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Although Tears of Avia features lovely art, serviceable gameplay, and fun skills, it's such a mess of a game that it's difficult to thoroughly enjoy, especially when you reach its insane difficulty spikes.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    I had a few laughs with HappyFunland but as a game, it's not fun at all and its irritating control issues really make it a challenge.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Gungrave VR will make you feel cool as you shoot your foes while dodging and occasionally reflecting their projectiles but it's so sloppily put together that it's hard to enjoy the action for longer than a few minutes at a time.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    The developers of The Bradwell Conspiracy may be onto something with their immersive world, mysterious story, and top-notch voice acting but the game that surrounds all of that is nothing short of irritating.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    I wanted to enjoy ALTAIR BREAKER, especially after its promising tutorial but after diving into the meat of its gameplay, things start to fall apart fast. With that being said, I know that the developers can make a much better game so let's hope that they do in the future.
    • 41 Metascore
    • 42 Critic Score
    Blackjack is primarily fun when actual money's on the table. Unfortunately, Super Blackjack Battle II Turbo Edition just doesn't do enough with the formula to make it worthwhile so you're better off cashing in your chips and hitting the buffet instead.
    • 40 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Tamarin may be an adorable game but it's also one that'll make you wonder if it's sponsored by the NRA with its odd use of guns.
    • 40 Metascore
    • 18 Critic Score
    Syndrome is a buggy, frustrating mess that doesn't make the slightest effort to be original. It feels like a dull, half-finished amateur project and I was relieved when it broke halfway through and stopped me from playing it any more.
    • 39 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    Although Drive Girls looks like it could provide some crazy action and a charming world, it ultimately lacks in both of these categories. Instead, you're left with a subpar blend of beat 'em up combat and racing that feels like it belongs in the bargain bin.
    • 39 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    I'm sure the developers of Crimson Keep had a clear vision of a fun dungeon crawler in mind but what they actually made is one of the worst games that I've played in a long time. Here's hoping they go back to the drawing board before working on their next game.
    • 39 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Troll and I has the potential to be a must-play adventure but its lack of fine-tuning makes it an often haphazard experience that'll test your patience more than it provides enjoyment. Here's hoping the developers retool it down the road or perhaps learn from their mistakes and create a more refined sequel because they definitely have a winning formula on their hands.
    • 39 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    With countless superior zombie twin-stick shooters out there, Zombieland: Double Tap - Road Trip feels like a cheap movie tie-in.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Heavy Fire: Red Shadow is such a disappointing game that even if you were a fan of the previous games in the series, you likely won't find anything to enjoy within this bare-bones sequel.
    • 38 Metascore
    • 52 Critic Score
    Randall has the markings of a decent game, especially when it comes to platforming but the bad dialogue, bizarre design choices, dull combat, and overall glitchiness make it hard for me to recommend in its current state.
    • 37 Metascore
    • 24 Critic Score
    36 Fragments of Midnight is not only a waste of money, it's also a waste of time. In fact, it has me worried that the Switch's eShop will end up with as many horrible games on it as the Wii U's and that's a concern that I definitely don't want to see become reality.
    • 36 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Down to Hell isn't a terrible game yet it simply doesn't offer anything that hasn't been done better countless times before.
    • 36 Metascore
    • 25 Critic Score
    In an age where people watch other people play video games, maybe it's time that video games simply play themselves. Hopefully, that statement sounds ridiculous to you because it is. Gamers need gameplay and Tokyo Tattoo Girls has virtually none.

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