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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 Fight Night Round 2
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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    • 82 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Dragon Age II
    There are occasional strong moments, but unless you're desperate for more of the Dragon Age setting, it would be best to replay Dragon Age: Origins or Mass Effect 2 instead.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Elite Forces: Unit 77
    Elite Forces Unit 77 is a decent overworld-based dungeon crawler that is plagued by clunky controls and a less-than-stellar presentation. The game isn't as bad as its outward appearances would have you believe, but there are much better games of the same style available for the NDS system.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    New International Track & Field
    No matter how you look at it, New International Track and Field may be a gorgeous little title, but it isn't a must-buy simply because the button-mashing and stylus-rubbing gameplay was old the moment it was invented.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Body and Brain Connection
    As it stands, the game can be considered a noble attempt with failed execution, and only those with a good amount of patience or excellent lighting should consider trying the game. Everyone else would be better off waiting for a sequel or a patch that irons out the game's technical issues.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy III
    While the game is challenging, it's because it lacks many of the improvements of recent games, not because of good design. Those hardcore faithfuls looking for a nostalgia trip will be pleased.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Food Network: Cook or Be Cooked
    Ultimately, the title is a good rental, but those who really want to have some fun with cooking should still go with the Cooking Mama series or the book on which this game was based, How to Boil Water, as it is a more satisfying experience.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Scooby-Doo! First Frights
    Scooby-Doo! First Fright is a decent brawler that is intended for children but serves as a very poor example of a Scooby-Doo licensed title.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
    There's no feeling of being "unleashed," and the actual implementation of Force powers is drastically inferior to older games like Jedi Outcast.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince
    The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince is a good game burdened by some unfortunate flaws. The story is engaging from beginning to end, and it can get pretty emotional at times. The concept of changing forms to deal with different situations is good, while the presentation catches your senses. Some will lament the game's lack of challenge, while others will hate how the game sometimes feels like it's limiting your controls so you'll encounter death more often than necessary. The narrative may compel you to play it, but you'll only enjoy it if you have the patience to deal with its issues.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Just Dance Kids 2
    If anything, treat this game as training wheels for future dance games. It is a great place to learn about the genre, but it won't be long before the audience graduates to meatier fare.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Capcom Arcade Cabinet: Game Pack 5
    Of the games in Capcom Arcade Cabinet - Game Pack 5, the only real standout is Pirate Ship Higemaru. If you are only interested in a few titles, then it's probably worth considering Pirate Ship Higemaru as a stand-alone purchase. As a three-game pack, however, Game Pack 5 isn't that exciting unless you're a hardcore retro gamer.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Avatar: The Last Airbender
    Although the gameplay is a bit repetitive and shallow, the graphics are certainly a pleasure to look at in each area, and the cut scenes with voice acting are a nice addition for a Nintendo DS title.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Your Shape Fitness Evolved 2012
    Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2012 has plenty of variety, but it's also terribly frustrating, and that is the kiss of death for nearly any fitness game. The lack of direction, spotty fitness tracking and inaccuracy of the Kinect sensor all combine to create a package that just doesn't provide compelling reason to come back for more. The only way fitness games work is if they're more fun than actually going to the gym, but Your Shape fails that test on nearly every count.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII
    The addition of motion controls is an interesting experiment, but the actual execution leaves a bit to be desired when you find yourself with a couple bogeys on your tail.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Legend of Heroes: A Tear of Vermillion
    Heroes hasn't stood the test of time, but if you ever thought "Lunar" was fun after 1996, this game will be a classic in your eyes.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Beyond: Two Souls
    Beyond: Two Souls is fun like a summer popcorn action movie. There are likeable characters and good set pieces, but it falls apart if you analyze it too closely.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Rayman 3D
    There's very little to recommend Rayman 3D, even when keeping in mind the 3DS' rather limited launch lineup. There's the core of a good game here, but that's about all that this version of Rayman 2 has going for it.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Playboy: The Mansion
    To be fair, it hasn’t broken any new ground, didn’t dazzle me with its graphics, and included that same annoying pseudo-speak that all of these games seem to integrate.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    All-Pro Football 2K8
    The kind of game that needed a lot more work before it was released. While it's great to play as football legends, the roster creation system is incredibly restrictive, and it's impossible to field the kind of team of which you've always dreamed.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Cosmic Top Secret
    Cosmic Top Secret is a conflicting experience. On the one hand, the story is excellent. Even with the meandering parts, the narrative is fun, and you uncover endearing characters that are a joy to watch. On the other hand, while the unique presentation pulls you in, the clunky controls and inconsistent platforming bring you back out. It's still worth checking, provided you aren't easily flustered by the gameplay mechanics.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
    But on balance, when there are many excellent, enthralling adventure games for both children and adults lining shop shelves, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix doesn't quite meet muster.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
    When Revengeance is firing on all cylinders, it is a sight to behold. Watching Raiden tear through enemies while a dynamic speed metal soundtrack plays in the background is undeniably impressive. After spending an extended amount of time with the game, though, it becomes obvious that beauty is only skin-deep. Revengeance is more impressive to watch than it is to play, but it's certainly no Bayonetta.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Fritz 9: Play Chess
    Fritz 9 is ideal for players interested in seriously developing their chess games, but fails to do much for the casual player or players new to the game.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Namco Museum DS
    Subjecting your kids — or even yourself — to a bit of gaming history might just provide the incentive needed to appreciate how far video games have come. Add in some very real replayability and the ability to play Pac-Man Vs. with a friend, and the control issues and inclusion of a couple of questionable games becomes much more forgivable.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Warriors Orochi 2
    Overall, Warriors Orochi 2 is a solid game, but the repetitive gameplay and missions that make up the majority of the game prevent it from being anything more than a rental.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Surf World Series
    Surf World Series is a decent game for those who want to surf without learning how to physically do so or go to the beach. Once you come to grips with the trick system, the controls are rather good, and you'll get plenty of fun from riding the waves and pulling off some realistic tricks. For that alone, those looking for aimless fun will enjoy playing this in short bursts. This isn't recommended for anyone who's looking for a title with a long campaign or online competition.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon
    A very average title. Good-looking graphics are plagued with frame rate problems and questionable camera angles.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Cyberpunk 2077
    It may not sound like it, but I enjoyed many aspects of Cyberpunk 2077. It doesn't hit the highs of The Witcher 3, but it still has a lot going for it. However, it was released in such an unfinished state that it's hard to give it a positive review. It's an 8.0 game hiding in a 4.0 game wrapper. I might change my tune in a few months, when patches have rolled out, but even when playing the best version available on the PlayStation systems, there's no getting around it: Cyberpunk 2077 might have been mocked for its delays, but it needed more of them. You'll still have fun if you pick it up now, but unless you're dying for it, it's best to wait until it's been patched and improved.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Yu-Gi-Oh! GX: Spirit Caller
    The game itself should appeal heavily to Yu-Gi-Oh fans, with the online gameplay adding a near-infinite amount of replay value while saving the player the hefty costs of real cards. However, be prepared for a massive amount of grinding in order to unlock all of those cards, as well as a confusing interface and poor game manual.
    • 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.
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