Video Chums' Scores

  • Games
For 3,619 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:
3619 game reviews
    • 80 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    As a long-time fan of grid-based dungeon crawlers, I'm delighted to say that Saviors of Sapphire Wings and Stranger of Sword City Revisited are 2 of the best examples of what the genre is capable of. If you love a challenge, I highly recommend picking up this pack.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    It may not contain any arcade games but Blizzard Arcade Collection provides a collection of 3 solid old-school gems with plenty of ways to enjoy them. That being said, it still only includes 3 games so its value will be parallel to how much nostalgia you have for these titles.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you enjoyed Moving Out even a little then you'll love what Movers in Paradise offers with its clever take on the familiar gameplay.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Playing Yupitergrad will make you feel like Bionic Commando albeit in a humorous cel-shaded puzzle-filled space station adventure.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As an homage to Donkey Kong, Castle Kong does a solid job with its core gameplay yet it eventually becomes quite a repetitive game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Due to its simple setup, NoReload Heroes Enhanced Edition acts as a solid entry point to twin-stick shooters if you're a genre newbie.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Through its intuitive and fun-filled gameplay, Barbearian offers an excellent action-packed campaign that's surprisingly huge and varied.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Progressing through Heaven Dust's zombie-filled world is highly enjoyable thanks to its rewarding puzzles and sense of exploration.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    If you don't mind restarting tricky segments over and over again then Speed Limit can be a very fun game with its action movie setup.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Curse of the Dead Gods is one of the most varied and gripping roguelikes that I've ever played so if you enjoy challenging combat with a wide variety of melee and ranged weaponry set in a dark and eerie game world then you'll love what it has in store.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    If you've ever wanted to know what it's like to be a moose then Moose Life is the perfect simulation game. However, those who prefer not to pop pills and shoot everything in sight will have a tricky time seeing what all of the hullabaloo is about.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Asdivine Cross is a decent old-school RPG that features a memorable game world and a charming cast of characters to match. If you're looking for a challenge, it might not impress but those who just want an easy-breezy JRPG will likely have a good time.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 62 Critic Score
    Ghosts 'n Goblins is a classic that has stood the test of time. Unfortunately, the same thing can't be said about Resurrection as it takes a bit too many missteps in trying to bring the arcade classic into the modern age.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Neptunia Virtual Stars is one of my favourite spin-offs in the delightful franchise as it contains a brilliant blend of gameplay elements, a wonderful cast of characters, and one of the funniest meta premises in gaming history.
    • 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.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fans of the Bravely series will have a blast with Bravely Default II. It may not stray far from its predecessors but it does deliver another thoroughly enjoyable journey with updated graphics and a whole new story with loveable characters.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    I never thought these Neo Geo Pocket Color fighters could be this fun but The Match of the Millennium definitely proved me wrong.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Void Gore is one of those games where all you try to do is climb the leaderboards. Other than that, there really isn't much substance.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Summer Catchers may not leave a good first impression but once you dive into its strategic elements, you'll find one super-fun game.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    As a simple and intuitive retro-style Metroidvania, Cathedral does a great job of presenting an enjoyable game world to explore.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It may be fun but there isn't much in Dotori that you haven't experienced in other 2D platformers and its gameplay is a bit clunky, too.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mastering Glyph's campaign is a treat thanks to its tight and varied gameplay as well as its rewarding secrets and campaign structure.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Healer's Quest is surely a unique game but it unfortunately doesn't quite manage to break out of its one-note premise.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rogue Heroes: Ruins of Tasos is simply one of the best roguelikes out there so if you enjoy Zelda-style games, you won't regret it.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's certainly not a great light gun style experience but Gal Gun Returns is currently the best that the series has to offer. So, if you want to zoom in on anime girls, look up their skirts, and have some fun in the process, you should definitely give it a go.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    It would be a mistake to dismiss Persona 5 Strikers as a mere spin-off. Although the battle system is definitely different to a typical Persona game, Strikers delivers an experience that fans of the series will love; perhaps even more than Persona 5 itself.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Capcom Arcade Stadium is simply one of the best arcade compilations out there for its vast assortment of excellent games alone. Throw in a gorgeous presentation and comprehensive leaderboards and you're left with one must-have collection.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    If you love shoot 'em ups as much as I do then you'll have an absolute blast with Natsuki Chronicles. Its clever and vastly different modes make for top-notch shooting entertainment whether you prefer the steadily-paced story or action-packed arcade gameplay.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 53 Critic Score
    I find it odd when a sequel in a series does little to set itself apart from its predecessors and Fallen Legion Revenants especially perplexes me with its monotonous combat and minimal gameplay elements. Great artwork, though, even if Rowena looks like Soma Cruz.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Knight's Retreat is a clever stage-based puzzler that uses chess pieces to create an impressively entertaining campaign of puzzles.

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