Video Chums' Scores

  • Games
For 3,624 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 Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut
Lowest review score: 0 Bus Fix 2019
Score distribution:
3624 game reviews
    • 75 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Although I enjoyed my time with Code Vein, it could definitely use some work to live up to its genre contemporaries. With that said, if you're a fan of action RPGs then you'll find a lot to sink your vampiric teeth into here.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 58 Critic Score
    Stranded Sails is an okay exploration game that rewards you for adventuring into the nooks and crannies of its tropical islands. However, it doesn't do much to stand out and has some annoying gameplay aspects that make exploring feel like a chore.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 79 Critic Score
    Retro game compilations are rarely as fully featured as Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and the Lion King. Although it basically just contains 2 short but sweet games, the amount of extras and care put into this package make it something truly special.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 59 Critic Score
    Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD is one of the most disappointing video game remasters ever. Although the core game is still a ton of fun, the amount of frustrating elements and missing content is simply unacceptable.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Games don't get much more enjoyable and funnier than Luigi's Mansion 3. Its charming game world and characters will crack you up as the gameplay remains a real hoot from start to finish. As a result, it's yet another well-deserved feather in Nintendo's cap.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Doraemon Story of Seasons provides a unique take on what is mostly a tried and true formula. If you can deal with many minor quality of life issues and have the patience to spend a lot of time mining and lumbering, you'll get some good farming fun out of this title.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    With so many JRPGs remaining stagnant or trying to appeal to the masses, Atelier Ryza stands tall amongst its peers as a truly amazing experience. Whether you're a fan of the series or just a JRPG enthusiast, you need to play this masterpiece.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Outer Worlds has flaws that need to be addressed by its developers in potential sequels but I still had an absolute blast with it. In the current AAA market, it's simply a breath of fresh air so give it a shot when you have the chance.
    • 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.
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    • 60 Critic Score
    Even though Lost Castle features simple and typical gameplay, its multiplayer implementation and variety make it worthwhile.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Solving puzzles in Felix the Reaper can be rewarding but with so many abstruse solutions, many of them are hard to enjoy.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Those who prefer narrative gaming experiences will absolutely love their time with the eerie and engaging Worse Than Death.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Carly and the Reaperman is quite possibly the best co-op VR experience yet. I highly recommend playing it this Halloween season.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    When it comes to indie horror games, very few illustrate a living nightmare as well as Stela does.
    • 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.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ghostbusters: The Video Game is the best game based on the franchise and this remaster makes playing it more enjoyable than ever.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    With so many retro remakes that feel like fresh experiences in this day and age, it's disappointing how dated MediEvil is. With that being said, it's definitely faithful so if you're a diehard fan then I'm sure you'll appreciate its swanky new visuals.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As a real-time strategy game, Anthill provides a simplistic and enjoyable formula that can be quite a hoot in short bursts.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Indie puzzle games don't get much more challenging and charming as Kine so if you're a genre fan then you need to give it a try.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    When it comes to casual fun-filled games, The Big Journey offers a charming and delightful adventure that's decent to wind down with.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As a Geometry Wars clone, Debris Infinity offers some welcome gameplay wrinkles but it doesn't quite live up to the classic.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors is worth playing through once or twice and after that, you've experienced all it has to offer.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Carefully steering a cyclist down rough mountainside terrain sounds like a fun challenge and Lonely Mountains proves that it indeed is.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    I enjoyed Pig Eat Ball much more than I thought I would and I'll gladly go back to it whenever I want some frantic arcade fun.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Children of Morta may feature rewarding character progression but its combat-heavy campaign begins to feel like a chore after a while.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 74 Critic Score
    Online shooters don't get much more charming than Plants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville. So, if you want a simple game to wind down with for a few hours then you won't regret giving it a try but just keep its downsides in mind before taking the plunge.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Destiny Connect is a charming JRPG that's full of creativity. However, it's too small and doesn't do much to break from the most basic formulas. If a short but interesting storyline is enough to keep you interested then you may get some enjoyment out of this but those looking for distinct and engaging gameplay should definitely look elsewhere.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 61 Critic Score
    After playing this latest offering from Jackbox Games, I hope they go back to the drawing board for next year's collection. This one is full of rehashes of their previous games as well as a popular board game genre yet nothing clearly stands out.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Very few dungeon crawlers are as rewarding as Mary Skelter 2. Even with its few easily forgivable flaws, its supremely satisfying gameplay shines through while its cast of characters remains charming even though they inhabit such a twisted world.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Trails of Cold Steel III is a phenomenal RPG that genre fans need to play. After completing it and watching how it ends, I absolutely cannot wait to play the fourth and final game in this incredible series.

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