Video Chums' Scores

  • Games
For 3,618 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:
3618 game reviews
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The super-rewarding gameplay of Gloomy Eyes is brought to new heights with its thought-provoking story and exceptionally detailed visuals.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The always-eerie game world within Little Nightmares III will get stuck in your head for days after you put it down; it's great stuff.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted has not only stood the test of time with its uniquely entertaining core gameplay, its gardenful of extra modes and fruitful multiplayer content will keep you coming back for hours of pea-shooting fun.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Once Upon A KATAMARI takes one of the most unique and enjoyable formulas in gaming history and makes it even more fun thanks to its many elements that add up to one cleverly quirky era-spanning adventure.
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Exploring the intricate world within ILA: A Frosty Glide is certainly delightful, especially with its colourful charm and laidback gameplay.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With its retro aesthetic and tightly intuitive Survivors-like gameplay, Halls of Torment really packs a punch that'll satisfy any genre fan.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BALL x PIT combines so many distinct elements while creating such a unique and enjoyable formula that it's incredibly hard to put down.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Soldner-X: Himmelssturmer is a classic shoot 'em up through-and-through so if you still haven't played it yet, definitely check it out.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I'm very happy that Lumo 2 exists and if you're part of its very specific audience, you'll adore the diverse old-school adventure that it offers.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I had great fun with GROOVE COASTER FUTURE PERFORMERS, especially with how different it feels to its predecessor; it fills me with energy.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Borderlands 4 and although it doesn't reinvent the series, it provides a formula that fans will appreciate while newcomers will surely be impressed by the frantic co-op online multiplayer zaniness.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    Digimon Story Time Stranger excels in a lot of ways, especially with its ridiculous amount of Digimon that are great fun to experiment with. Although I'm a newbie to the series, I must admit that this lovely RPG adventure made me a fan.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Ghost of Yotei provides an exceptionally impressive adventure that any fan of open-world action games will adore. All of its many elements come together wonderfully and it's all wrapped up in such gorgeous visuals that you'll remember the journey for years to come.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's awesome that shoot 'em ups as unique and enjoyable as RANDOMAX are releasing all the way in 2025 and the dev's passion really shows.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As a cute and simple game, Candy Rangers is certainly a charmer but it doesn't do anything beyond the very basics to get its hooks in you.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Jelly Troops is a very simple game that you can enjoy with an online or local friend but keep in mind, its replay value can be severely limited.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    I had some fun with the characterful SONIC WINGS REUNION but it definitely doesn't live up to its iconic 2D shoot 'em up predecessors.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Dreams of Another may seem like it has a clever gameplay premise but it gets monotonous very fast. You might enjoy its clever story, though.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Juggling attacks and skills as you gradually make it further through its variety of stunning environments makes Absolum one rewarding brawler.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    From its brilliant cast of characters to its incredibly rewarding strategic battles, Battle Suit Aces is one stellar story-based indie.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Yooka-Replaylee is full of lighthearted platforming goodness that keeps it old-school while also managing to feel fresh. If you're a genre fan or simply want to explore and complete fun challenges at your own pace, you absolutely need Yooka and Laylee in your life.
    • 95 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    Hades II is exactly what you'd expect from a much-refined sequel and even though it's been 5 years since the original, you'll be immediately drawn back into the iconic action-packed gameplay, especially thanks to its unique combat foundations.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Disgaea 7 Complete takes an already great game and offers oodles of DLC, some nice extras, and an exceptional portable experience. So, if you love SRPGs then this is one expansive package that you'll want to add to your collection.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Despite my criticisms, Hollow Knight: Silksong is a great game with a huge world and it's going to be a long journey to finish it 100% if I ever feel like doing so. However, I cannot recommend it if you're bad at platformers or action games because you'll be in for a very rough time.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    I had so much fun with QQQbeats!!! that I didn't want to put it down to write this review but I'm glad that I did because I can now tell all my chums just how great of a game it is. So, yes, if you enjoy puzzle and rhythm games, you need to play this.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 are a couple of the best 3D platformers ever and this brand new Switch release is the optimal way to experience them so whether you're a long-time fan or have never played them before, they'll surely send your fun meter to outer space.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's amazing that a pinball game featuring just one table could be as consistently exciting as XENOTILT is so definitely check it out, chum.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blasting your way through the ever-emerging ships as you listen to your favourite tunes makes Beat Hazard Arcade an incredibly fun shooter.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Earthion is a modern shoot 'em up throwback that does an exceptional job of embodying what made the 16-bit era so special for the genre.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It may not look like a super-tough shoot 'em up but Platypus Reclayed definitely is and it's so much fun that you'll want to master every stage.

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