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For 6,708 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: 3,877 out of 6708
  2. Mixed: 2,421 out of 6708
  3. Negative: 410 out of 6708
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    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Persona 3 Portable
    It might sound like I'm being negative about Persona 3, but I'm not. It's a lot of fun, and it has a lot of interesting strengths. It has the misfortune of being the first game in a franchise where the sequels improved on a ton of features and were released before it on the PC. If you've never played it, it's well worth a shot. It's still a great game, but it has aged more than its sequels. Despite that, it still does some things superbly well. The addition of an entire second playable story path and a bunch of new social links also makes it a worthwhile experience for those who played the original release but not the portable version.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    FANTASIAN Neo Dimension
    Much like Bravely Default, Fantasian: Neo Dimension is functionally a Final Fantasy title that doesn't bear the Final Fantasy name. It has a very similar tone and atmosphere to the older SNES titles in the franchise, but it has enough modern elements to stand on its own merits. The story can sometimes be simplistic in a very charming way. The game's only flaws are a difficulty level that might be a touch too high for some and the lingering remnants of its mobile release heritage. If you're a fan of older Final Fantasy games, you owe it to yourself to try Fantasian.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Live A Live
    Live A Live is the ideal way to experience a cult classic game. It maintains or improves on everything that made the original game distinct while polishing it enough that some of the more dated design elements don't detract from the whole. It's a weird, quirky, and distinct JRPG that to this day is unlike anything else on the market. It won't be for everyone, but if you're a fan of JRPGs, then you owe it to yourself to give it a shot. What other game can you have a cowboy team up with a caveman and the pilot of a giant robot?
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Renegade Ops
    An extremely polished twin-stick shooter, Renegade Ops offers up expansive levels, lush visuals and just the right amount of challenge.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Saints Row
    At the very least, it's the best-looking and -playing open-world game this side of "Oblivion" on the X360 right now.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Shadows
    Assassin's Creed: Shadows is an experience that was enriching, beautiful, and at times, gloriously confusing.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Lumines II
    Lumines II may not reinvent the wheel, but it takes that vaguely attractive wheel, gives it a facelift, and turns it into a beauty queen. The new visual style and the addition of streaming video make Lumines II an even more immersive game than its predecessor.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance
    Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance can best be described as an improved continuation of the Supreme Commander story with six new campaign missions that offer much larger and more challenging engagements.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fuser
    Harmonix has a winner on its hands with Fuser. The ease of use and array of tools ensure that anyone can create a great-sounding track. While Fuser is a good game to bust out at parties, the ability to share small mixes online ensures that the creations will get some exposure until we can have local gatherings again. More so than the campaign and multiplayer modes, the online sharing functionality is what gives the game some legs. Assuming the DLC keeps coming in steadily, Fuser is a title that rhythm game fans should check out.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tearaway Unfolded
    It's delightful to look at, fun to explore, and it does a great job of utilizing various PlayStation features.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Phantom Brave
    The dungeon can keep you occupied for ages, so there is really no end to the game, yet one thing to note is that there is no new game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy
    A surprisingly challenging experience.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Freedom Unite
    These small issues aside, Freedom Unite is an excellent Monster Hunter title, and it's certainly the place to start if you're new to the series but have been meaning to give it a go.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Z.H.P. Unlosing Ranger vs Darkdeath Evilman
    Zettai Hero Project: Unlosing Ranger vs. Darkdeath Evilman is one of NISA's best titles to date. It isn't perfect, but it does so much right that it is easy to overlook its minor flaws.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Teslagrad
    Teslagrad is a fun little adventure that works well on the Nintendo Switch. Its forgettable story is easily forgiven since smart puzzles, a well-designed map, and carefully hidden collectibles extend the life of the game. Frustrating bosses and the occasional poorly designed level bring down the experience, but not enough to quell Teslagrad's electromagnetic current. Fans of Metroidvanias looking to work their brain and reflexes should enjoy what Teslagrad has to offer.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore
    For good or ill, Tokyo Mirage Session #FE: Encore's biggest strength and biggest weakness is that it's pretty much the same game you may have played on the Wii U. It runs better, it looks better, and it has some nice quality-of-life improvements, but it's basically the same game. Is that worth $60? It depends on how much you enjoyed the game in the first place, or if you missed it due to it being a Wii U title. Anyone who is a fan of Persona-style games will almost certainly enjoy it. JRPG fans hoping for something to tide them over until Persona 5 Royale should find a comfortable home in the weird world of Tokyo Mirage Sessions.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Saints Row 2
    Ultimately, Zombie Uprising is a perfect metaphor for Saints Row 2 itself. Like the mini-game, everything in Saints Row 2 is over-the-top. There are quite possibly no other games that can come close to the sheer number of explosions, bullets, murder, and vulgarity on tap here. And you know what? We wouldn't have it any other way.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Life is Strange: True Colors
    Life is Strange: True Colors is a fun entry in the franchise. It doesn't really break any rules or do anything shocking, but it's a comfortable game to play. The time I spent in Haven Springs put me in a shockingly good mood for a game revolving around a murder, and I welcomed the entire experience. Unfortunately, the tacked-on murder mystery drags down the story somewhat and keeps it from reaching the highest highs that it can. If you're a fan of the franchise, you're sure to like this latest entry.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Sims Bustin' Out
    The thing that I see as a big plus is the fact that this game is playable with a friend or even online.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of Corsus
    All in all, Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of Corsus is a solid DLC for the $9.99 cost. The new area and weapons are by the book, but the Survival mode does wonders for extending the game's replay value. If you're a fan of the game, it's a must-have for the Survival mode alone. Some patches to the logic of when/where enemies appear would do wonders, but otherwise, it's a welcome way to return to a well-made game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    From Dust
    With freeform gameplay and an enchanting visual style, From Dust is well worth the asking price of $15.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies is definitely an Ace Attorney game. The mechanics are almost unchanged, but the writing is as fun, witty and clever as ever. It isn't quite up to par with the best of the series, but it's still an incredibly fun experience.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Lion's Song
    All in all, The Lion's Song achieves what is intended at a very high level. It masterfully tells and blends three separate stories about culture, creativity, and social influence into a cohesive story to paint the picture of an early 20th century Vienna. It's a niche project that won't appeal to everyone, and it has a few pacing issues and an undesirable control method for an adventure, but it is a good game that knows its strengths and plays to them.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Kingdom Hearts HD I.5 + II.5 Remix
    In the end, Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMix is very good. From a value perspective, having four large RPGs ensures that it'll take newcomers a very long time before they exhaust everything. The gameplay and presentation remain as solid as ever, even though some may not appreciate the constant combat shifts between titles, and the story is more palatable now that you aren't waiting several years between releases. For those willing to jump into Square Enix's action RPG series, this is an excellent starting point.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
    Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare is the video game equivalent of a Michael Bay movie. There's a lot of flash and not much substance.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto V
    The faster loading times and graphical bumps still make this a good-looking game, despite the age of the assets. The solo campaign still has some allure, and the online component has proven its staying power. If you've already played the campaign to death, then you might be tempted to grab this because of the ridiculously low, temporary intro price. If you're an avid GTA Online player, then you may be on the fence given the segregation of online populations. This version means that the wait for GTA6 is going to be painfully long, but what's here is solid enough to tide one over until that finally arrives.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Phantom Dust
    A fresh gaming experience with slick Live play, and it even comes with a full color instruction booklet. Phantom Dust may well make you question why you spent 50 bucks on your last game.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    The Witcher
    Despite its faults, The Witcher is a diamond in the rough as a mature, gritty and atmospheric RPG that heads into territory not often explored.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
    Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is a fantastic collection for your gaming dollar.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dungeon Siege III: Treasures of the Sun
    Overall, Dungeon Siege III: Treasures of the Sun is a good DLC pack. For $10, players get three to five hours of gameplay per character in some neat new environments. You also get new abilities and a solidly written individual plot, so it's a good value for those who enjoyed the base game. Nothing here's going to change the minds of non-fans, though.
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