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For 6,710 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 61% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 33% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.4 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 99 Pac-Man Championship Edition DX
Lowest review score: 10 Navy SEALs: Weapons of Mass Destruction
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,879 out of 6710
  2. Mixed: 2,421 out of 6710
  3. Negative: 410 out of 6710
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    NHL 21
    Adding up all of the changes between NHL 20 and NHL 21, it's still hard to justify the full-price release in comparison to what's new this year. I appreciate the focus on the Be A Pro mode, but there is still a lot of work to be done to improve its consistency and reduce frustrating and demotivating moments and bugs across the entire experience. The gameplay feels like it did a small leap forward with some basic AI and animation improvements, making NHL 21 very fun and smooth to play, but it's not enough to hide its aging foundation. I sincerely hope the franchise can make up ground with its next entry and, hopefully, an improved engine. If you are a dedicated fan or have skipped several of the previous entries, NHL 21 is a solid purchase, but otherwise, there isn't enough here to justify the price tag.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Freedom 2
    A remarkably detailed game with a level of depth that is usually reserved for full game consoles and PCs.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Serious Sam 3: BFE
    Serious Sam 3: BFE is a game worth checking out, especially if you were a fan of old iD Software titles like Doom or Wolfenstein, or the even the Serious Sam series itself. If you're a gamer who's only played modern FPS titles, you'd still do well to see what Serious Sam 3 has to offer. It's more unique nowadays, and it's polished just enough to be an enjoyable experience.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009
    Altogether, WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2009 is a decent enough wrestling title on the PSP, but I think it also lacks a little polish, especially with the visuals.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Zombie Army 4: Dead War
    Zombie Army 4: Dead War is a solid, workmanlike zombie shooting game. It's quite fun to play and makes for an enjoyable co-op experience as you and a friend team up to buzzsaw your way through Hitler's legions. That's basically the beginning and end of it. If you want a game where you kill a lot of Nazi zombies, then Zombie War 4 provides. If you're looking for something more, then it doesn't. It's still a fun co-op experience and worth picking up if you're looking for something new to add to your gaming library.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy Type-0 HD
    Final Fantasy Type-0 HD is a hard game to judge. As a PSP title, it's impressive and contains a bunch of content that clearly pushed the tiny system to its limits. However, released four years later as a full-priced $60 console title, it's lacking. It's still a solid game, but it demands that you remember its roots and overlook some of its foibles.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Omega Five
    I have to give praise to Omega Five, which is a great attempt at bringing an original shooter to XBLA that definitely feels old-school but with enough of a visual emphasis to make it something appealing to play for today's fans of the genre.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Race Pro
    Although the game has a well-designed and highly customizable driving system, it fails to build upon the gameplay with quality surrounding features, like compelling online play or an extensive career mode.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    Ys: The Ark of Napishtim
    While retro fans are sure to appreciate its nostalgic sense of game design, the simple-minded combat and primitive graphics severely take away from its entertainment value. And since the main selling point of Ys is that it plays just like old games... well, why not just put this game down and go play some actual old SNES RPGs?
    • 72 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Samurai Warriors: Xtreme Legends
    For now, this is still the most fun you can have hitting random people with random things by the hundreds, while still whetting your appetite for more of the same.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Lost Records: Bloom & Rage
    Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is a game that's saved by its characters. Their personalities are as fleshed out as we'd expect from a Don't Nod adventure game, they're the driving force in getting you through the story. The presentation is top-notch as usual, and the tweaks to the choice system give the game enough room to feel a little different from the studio's past adventures. It's just too bad that the story isn't paced so well, and the tale feels like a setup for something bigger in a future game rather than something that is more self-contained. The game is still fairly enjoyable if you know what you're getting into, but don't expect the title to feel as complete as others, like the first Life is Strange or Tell Me Why.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 81 Critic Score
    Thrillville
    Thrillville is a worthwhile game if taken at face value, and it's the closest you could get to having an actual amusement park held in your PSP.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
    Whether your interest in Narnia is religious, literary or both, little of the wonder that accompanies Lucy on her first trip through the wardrobe makes its way into this Xbox version of the journey.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Leo's Fortune
    Though it's short and not overly difficult, Leo's Fortune is a solid platforming game.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NAIRI: Tower of Shirin
    The story is conveyed well via good writing, with enough twists and revelations that make it feel like a children's show due to the subject matter and higher stakes involved. The puzzles are great brain teasers but also have the good sense to not fall into the trap of being difficult for the sake of it. Most of all, that art style is too attractive to pass up, with every character being extremely likeable. Provided you don't mind the cliffhanger ending, Nairi is a worthy pickup for adventure fans.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six 3: Athena Sword
    I still highly recommend this expansion to current owners of Raven Shield, but for the rest of you, you may want to save a few bucks and wait until the “Deluxe Edition” comes out.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Magic: The Gathering - Battlegrounds
    The mediocre graphics bring the quality of the game down somewhat, and, while the need for frantic strategies will probably keep you playing, the lack of any sort of selection of different game modes may reduce Battlegrounds to being a rental, at best.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    LEGO DC Super-Villains
    LEGO DC Super-Villains offers a lot of great things to like, despite my small quibbles. The title makes up for redundant core gameplay with its sheer variety of playable characters, robust character creation suite, and abundance of side content to complete. Meanwhile, its relatively by-the-books story is bolstered by phenomenal voice acting and classic LEGO charm. It may not be the mature, gritty super-villains game that many would like, but LEGO DC Super-Villains is still worth your time and money.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Tony Hawk's Proving Ground
    Feels like the same game that we've been playing for years. The developers have certainly taken some steps in the right direction with the class system and a couple of new moves, but the game is plagued by frustrating and boring challenges, weak presentation and a glitchy level editor.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Sims 3: University Life
    All in all, The Sims 3: University Life is another fun addition to the The Sims 3 collection, and it adds a lot of new stuff to do. University Life would have been better served if it had been released earlier, as going to college is more important and interesting in a Sim's life than, say, werewolves.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Warlords (2012)
    The new incarnation of Warlords isn't great, but it isn't bad, either, under certain conditions.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Return to PoPoLoCrois: A Story of Seasons Fairytale
    Return to PopoloCrois: A Story of Seasons Fairytale is exactly what it tries to be: an old-school charming JRPG with some farming.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    GripShift
    Ultimately, GripShift is not precisely original. Its elements can be clearly traced to many other racing games, and it's not even the best in its particular racing sub-style (that reward remains with Trackmania).
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Atomfall
    Atomfall is a fascinating yet familiar game. The story is mysterious, even if the ending might not be that conclusive. The freedom that lies within is very appealing, as is the predominant use of melee versus firearms. The presentation is fine, and while other elements of the game (like stealth) are flawed, those issues are outweighed by the previously mentioned positives. Atomfall is well worth checking out for those looking for a very different experience.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tales of Zestiria
    If you're in the mood for a good JRPG, Zestiria fits the bill, but don't expect anything outside of the norm.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution 2
    I definitely enjoyed Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution 2, but at the same time, I didn't come away impressed with the small amount of changes and additions.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Submerged: Hidden Depths
    Submerged: Hidden Depths feels like what the first game should have been. The main story is more interesting now, but the ancillary story lacks gravitas since the game can spoil the ending for you. The actual gameplay is easy for anyone to manage, which makes for an enjoyable experience. Some of the stuff you're collecting now actually serves a purpose, even if it's cosmetic. The experience is short if you're just going after the main storyline, but it feels just right. For those who want the equivalent of a walking simulator with more to do, Hidden Depths is well worth checking out.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Disney/Pixar Cars 2
    Despite the rough spots, Cars 2 still presents an enjoyable experience because none of the issues impact the core game. Whether you're a hardcore Cars fan or just looking for a kid-friendly racing game, Cars 2 is sure to please. It's perfectly tuned for the younger set, while at the same time packing in enough quality gameplay to keep things entertaining for all the older gamers out there. In short, if you happen to be a parent with kids, this one is right up your alley.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    RoboCop: Rogue City
    If you take it on its own merits, Robocop: Rogue City isn't exactly a great experience. The combat is simplistic, the mechanics are slapdash, and you spend as much time finding someone's lost towel as you do shooting bad guys. Despite all of that, it's oddly compelling. It's ambitious and charming enough that if you're a fan of Robocop, you'll probably find it appealing to take a trip in his robo-boots. I can't imagine it holding much appeal for anyone who isn't excited for the chance to revisit the iconic locations of the franchise, but die-hard fans will probably revel in it.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 2
    A capable fighter, but a great Dragon Ball Z game.
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