XGN's Scores

  • Games
For 3,435 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 52% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 42% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.7 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 73
Highest review score: 98 Kingdom Hearts III
Lowest review score: 10 Steel Battalion: Heavy Armor
Score distribution:
3436 game reviews
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Land of the Morning Light is a change of pace for Black Desert, but it works pretty well. The folklore stories are beautiful and set players up for the endgame-system, although new players don't learn a lot about combat. The new area is also beautiful, with traditional Korean architecture and gorgeous sceneries. And the expansion is free for all players.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fable III has nice graphics, great controls, enough online possibilities and a lot of missions. Everything connects nicely, which will keep you playing for hours. This game can be recommended to everyone.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is the perfect game for kids right now. The camera position isn't always working well but overall it is really a fun game. It will bring a smile to children's faces.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This third entry has more than 600 Yo-Kai and many things to do, but suffers due to passive fights. Because of that the game is very easy which makes it fun to play for the story. It's a shame the minigames take you out of the fun story though.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gravity Rush 2 offers an improvement upon the gameplay of the original game, but still suffers from some of the same problems the original had. While it is a visually stunning experience, the controls and camera tend to get in the way of all the fun.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    With Pokemon Shield Game Freak has delivered one of their best games in years thanks to a fantastic addition with the Wild Area. Everyone can find something they will enjoy even though the National Dex isn't here and the online infrastructure isn't great. The music, new designs and animation alone give you enough reason to play on the first mainline entries to ever grace the TV.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For a free game there are allot of possibilities to be found, like the option to tweak your tank the way you like and to assembly your own crew. World of Tanks could and should have gone just that little bit deeper though. The real tank fanatic will be able to look past this and will love the mixture between a tank simulator and harsh, shooting action.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Rivals is a bit more stunning on the next-gen console, but that’s literally it. It still has the same faults as the current-gen version and can’t seem to deliver a great game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For the price of thirty bucks Dawn of War II - Retribution is absolutely a must buy. This expansion is packed with enough content to be a game of its own.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Capcom Arcade Stadium is a really cool collection of games from the past. All of the games can be played together with friends. There really is only one downside and that's the fact you can't play together online.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Lots of options and great graphics make NHL 16 superior to NHL 15 in every way.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    You should buy Dead Rising 2 if you enjoyed the first one and Case Zero as well. The addition of co-op is the best part of the game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    PES 12 is a great soccer game that shouldn't be compared to FIFA 12. PES 2012 is different and is a lot better than other recent games in the franchise.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Magic 2014 is definitely the best game so far in the franchise and it doesn't get any better than this. Whether you are a skilled player or a beginner you will certainly get some fun out of playing this.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Grim Fandango is back as Grim Fandango Remastered. Finally, as one of the best adventure games ever is now available for a bigger audience who can experience the adventures of Manny Calavera and his companions.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Happy Action Theater is not really a game. It is however an impressive demo that shows what Kinect is able to do. It's fun to see yourself on the screen, instead of a small avatar. Unfortunately, developer Double Fine hasn't fully used Kinect's camera. It just isn't enough.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    WWE 2K25 offers a lot of new possibilities for fans of wrestling entertainment with an impressive roster and various improvements and additions. Some problems from earlier games remain however, and with the egregious microtransactions in The Island, the game is held back from the same greatness as its coverstar Roman Reigns.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's such a shame that the singleplayer takes just a few hours to complete. Because it's a fantastic game to play, probably the best hack and slash title in a science fiction setting. Raiden shows us how cool he is.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen arrives far too late for this generation consoles. It's a great game, but extremely outdated for Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening is mandatory for anyone who has played the original game with a smile on his or her face.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This Vita version of Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 plays and looks just as great as its console-brothers. It does not add anything other than a horrible touch-mode, however.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Mistwalker once again delivers an interesting and deep role-playing game that also manages to innovate the RPG-genre in some aspects. A convincing story, combined with a unique combat system and a great audiovisual presentation, makes The Last Story a must-have game for anyone who has a special place in their heart for special RPG's.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters doesn't do anything wrong but doesn't have enough daring innovative features to make much of a difference. It's by far the best golfing sim out there, but it doesn't manage to warm our hearts.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you were still waiting for a reason to buy a Wii U, this is it. LEGO City Undercover is an amazing game that fits perfectly on Nintendo's newest console.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragons Crown looks and feels great in 4K. It offers a nice blend of beat 'em up and RPG and keeps you busy for more than 20 hours. The only real downside is the online multiplayer which unlocks nearly at the end of the game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    With the second episode of Season 2 of The Walking Dead, TellTale delivers it's best episode yet. Everything you want from this kind of story driven game is here: difficult choices that really matter, a high pace and no glitches or technical difficulties. You are probably already invested in the story, but if you still need to begin with this great series, this is the time to do so.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The little pink dude does it again. A whole new game with a story mode and two other modes on the side to enjoy. Everything look and feels wonderful. This is a must have on the 3DS.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Age of Wonders III turned out to be a very accessible game that is filled with tons of content. Its beautiful fantasy world will keep you busy for hours.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Nintendo parties along with Mario Party Superstars. The game features a whole heap of content from other Mario Party games to bring us 100 minigames across five cool boards. It's unfortunate that there are only five with so many boards to choose from. The same goes for the characters in the game. However there is enough, you simply miss a few. Still, if you are looking for a party, online or offline, this is the game to go for.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Quotation forthcoming.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Guitar Hero Live puts the franchise back on the map. It's more realistic than ever with a new guitar and with a highly addicting Guitar Hero TV mode. It's too bad the rest of the band can't join in and that there's only 42 songs you can play offline.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Division offers a beautiful and realistic world which is greatly supported by fun and well-balanced gameplay with lots of variety in skills and weapons. But for now the game lacks high level content, making the experience a bit repetitive in the end.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    The BIGS 2 is a fine looking game which is fun to play for a while. However, the single player mode will get boring too fast and it's very frustrating to keep doing the same thing over and over again. The multiplayer mode compensates a lot, but it's not enough to collect a great score.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Armello is a great board game. You can put an amazing amount of hours into this game seeing there are varying ways you can win a match. However, on a certain moment the board will be full of enemies and what it takes to kill them is a bit annoying sometimes.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    All in all, Roads is a good entry into the Life is Strange 2 series. It brings back the things fans love about the series and builds an entirely new story around this. Some things could be done better, but these are only small points of critique.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 91 Critic Score
    Scarlet Nexus turned out to be a lovely combination of quick gameplay and an intriguing story of betrayal, conflict on a large scale full of plot twists and surprises. The interactions between the team members contribute to both story and diverse gameplay. The side-missions however don't add anything and could've been removed completely.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Football Manager 2015 delivers a solid experience once again. Helping your team reaching the top already was an enjoyable adventure, and this new installment fine-tunes already existing features. Thanks to that, Football Manager feels more complete than ever.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Crown of the Sunken King shows a side of the Dark Souls-universe we have never seen before. In stead of focusing on puzzles, this expansion makes you solve puzzles in a very Zelda-esque way. Of course there are still enough big bosses to fight through, but the level design is the star in this DLC.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    NBA Live 10 proves that you don’t have to be a basketball fan to like this sort of games. Especially because of the accessible gameplay, everyone can enjoy this great basketball title.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Episode 2 continues developing the characters. With a strong story and the return of the beloved television and comic character Jesus, A New Frontier is getting better and better. The finale is epic but we still do not know what happened to AJ.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The long awaited return of King's Quest is a great thing. Five minutes of gameplay is enough to fall in love with the fairytale world and all the adventures inside. It also contains some great (doable) puzzles.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gravity Rush Remastered is a gem from the PS Vita, brought back to life for the PlayStation 4. The game looks great and offers hours of gameplay. Allthough it missed a bit of the charm that the Vita version had, this is still a great game to play.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The first episode of the second season is the beginning of something beautiful. The emotional and impressive story is still there and Clementine is the perfect person to bring us through the emotional rollercoaster that is The Walking Dead.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    In the end, Paper Mario The Origami King is a fine game, but throughout the years Nintendo has delivered games that are far better. If the game was a bit more challenging it would have gone a long way for the overall enjoyment.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fly'N brings beautiful colors to your screen as well as very accessible platform elements. The gameplay isn't that special but if you look beside it you'll encounter a very charming game with even more charming characters.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Total War Attila is a beautiful game, although it's not that different from the previous Total War entries. The rag-doll physics look good, but the warship gameplay falls a little flat compared to the rest of this very well made game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Salt and Sanctuary is a compelling game because of the enormous world and the many challenges it offers. The game kills you with every mistake you make and you want to keep coming back for more. This is a must buy.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Skate 3 is the best game in the series. Unfortunately, it contains only a few new things compared to the second part.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ninja Theory has created a quality game that brings us a strong story and some great visuals. The gameplay feels a bit simple but this isn't as big problem thanks to the well balanced pace.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hitman: Sniper Challenge is a great appetizer for Absolution. In the beginning you may be a bit lost but after a few games you shoot people down like it's your job. You'll become a real hitman and that is perhaps the best thing a game like Sniper Challenge can do. If this quality remains in Absolution, expect great things.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great game with such a simple concept. It does what few games are able to do: it’s easy to learn, but it’s hard to master. The only thing that isn’t good is that you can’t view the levels before you begin.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fly and survive through the Game-of-the-Year-winning world of BADLAND and discover an astonishing number of imaginative traps, puzzles and obstacles on the way.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Middle-earth Shadow of War is a perfect sequel to Shadow of Mordor. It doubles down on the strengths with a better Nemesis-system, excellent combat system and new areas. The story is not the best out there, but if you liked SoM, you'll love this.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Layers of Fear is a perfectly well-made horror-adventure game. The feeling that you get from playing is mostly fear. Get ready for one of the best game of the horror genre.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Judgment is the best Yakuza game ever...except for the fact that, formally, it is not a Yakuza game. Still, there are enough new gameplay elements to lure new players in, and enough old references for returning fans. Don't miss it.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a coop game that is stressful and fun as well, you should definitely play Moving Out 2. Moving was never been more fun or do we need to say chaotic? Teamwork makes the dreamwork.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Forza Motorsport 5 is a decent racer. Turn 10 does a lot of good things in their first game for the next-gen consoles, like the handling of the cars and variety in game modes. Unfortunately they miss the mark in game content - like tracks and cars - and modes like the multiplayer are disappointing. This is a pity, because it leaves a stain on an otherwise amusing race game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Hitman: Absolution is compelling to passionate fans as well as new players. It is the assassination game everyone was waiting for. Move over Corvo and Connor, it is Agent 47's time to stand on top.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Wolfenstein: The New Order is a decent first-person shooter. The graphics are a bit outdated but the atmosphere is really nice. And besides, what's more fun than killing Nazis?
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The King of Fighters XV is a great fighting game and SNK did a good job on bringing it up to par with the likes of the competition. However the game has a fantastic roster, great gameplay and is looking fantastic, there are still a few things missing. You can't really unlock things, there aren't as many modes as you would wish and the story just isn't that long. If those things were better, then the game which already kicks ass, would bring even the greatest of competitors on its knees.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 76 Critic Score
    Yakuza 3 has become a decent game. The graphics are a bit outdated and the movements of the characters don't always feel natural. The story on the other hand is truly amazing en there is plenty to explore in virtual Japan.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    EA Sports succeeds with the first FIFA game on the PS Vita. The footie looks fantastic, plays the same as the console versions and has a lot of content. It's just a pity that the game uses gameplay from FIFA 11.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Doom Eternal: The Ancient Gods part 1 continues where Eternal left off, which is exactly what id Software was supposed to do to make it a success. All the good elements from Eternal with a few nice additions make The Ancient Gods part 1 a must-have for fans of Doom.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Nintendo and Team Ninja have created a beautiful Metroid game that digs deeper into the past of Samus. This is without a doubt one of the best Wii games of 2010.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dungeon of the Endless is an addicting turn-based tower-defense that will bring many hours of non-stop random generated dungeon exploring to the player.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Vita version of Street Fighter X Tekken is identical to the console version. Ergo, if you have one of the console versions, this version does not add anything significant and is not worth the purchase. Though if you do not have one of the console versions, the Vita version is a great alternative.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    EA Sports MMA certainly is based on a good foundation but Electronic Arts will need some more time to optimize the formula. Add another year of practice and UFC Undisputed will need to watch its championship belt.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A Hat in Time is not a perfect experience, but it is one of the most lovingly made games this year. If you want more platforming after completing Super Mario Odyssey you should definitely give A Hat in Time a go.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A New Day starts an adventure that we don't want to finish. The engaging story, brutal action and beautiful comic style make us eager for more and more.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Aside from being a way to easy game with some lag during the online modes, Dead or Alive: Dimensions offers a solid experience. The graphics are very good, even in 3D, and the Chronicle Mode is a fun addition.
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    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This DLC offers more of what made Dishonored great, though it focuses on action over stealth and tells a weak story.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Chime is a funny game. There are only five different songs in the game, but they are all perfect. When you get caught by the hypnotic flow of Chime, you'll be playing this game for hours and hours.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mega Man 10 is on certain moments a good game, but it drops stitches as well. Furthermore, the bosses aren't all original and the soundtrack is a little bit annoying. Still the game offers enough innovation to keep you busy for hours.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even though Counter-Strike: Global Offensive doesn't bring many new things to the table, it's still one of the best, pure tactical shooters out there. This is the perfect time to get to know the world famous series, and even for veterans it's worth a purchase. You get a whole lot of gameplay for a low price.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    South Park The Fractured But Whole is as good as it is humorous. And that says a lot about the quality of the game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Though LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes does not have many levels in its storymode, the large open world that is Gotham City is a very pleasant feature. There are tons of golden bricks to collect, red bricks to buy and villains to search for. And it is just as nice to go on a discovery trip in the open world as it is to play the levels and collect everything to get to that 100% completion mark.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This game looks good and is nice to play but why has this game been released on 3DS? It would have been a better idea to release it on Switch (with coop support).
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe is a joy to play, particularly in co-op, as two players can spot more secrets than one. However: co-op is also the game's greatest weakness as everything revolves around player one: it's a dated approach to co-op compared to newer games that treat all players as equal participants. Thankfully, improved graphics and great additional content make this new version of Return to Dream Land truly "Deluxe".
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Little Nightmares is an awesome game which puts you in a genius story and ambiance. It will make you excited about the very next moment. The game has a lot of creativity in it, with interesting puzzles. The only real cons are some technical problems.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This a game you can play for hours. And if you have the Wii U version as well you can transfer your data. That's a nice option to use. But the title is also a little bit outdated. We've seen it all before three years ago.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Quarrel is the prefect combination of Risk and Scrabble. You can pick it up whenever you want and still be able to kick some lexical buttocks. The only problem us Dutch gamers have, is that the game is only playable in English. A problem we're willing to overlook for mere 400 Microsoft Points.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Yoshi's Crafted World is a great game thanks to the amount of content and the great coop experience. You just need to take your time when playing coop. The bosses could've been more challenging as well, but the Poochy-levels are great and make up for it.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters doesn't do anything wrong but doesn't have enough daring innovative features to make much of a difference. It's by far the best golfing sim out there, but it doesn't manage to warm our hearts.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    While it's great that the game is finally crossing over to the PlayStation platform, the game in itself brings only small improvements over the previous Ultimate version. Being only part one of three, we cannot really recommend the game, but hope The Coalition corrects this with a full trilogy.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pokkén Tournament DX is an enhanced port of Wii U's Pokkén Tournament. It fixes some of its previous installments problems by simple adding some new Pokémon and having everything available from the get go.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The loading times are horrible. But despite that the game is just fun. Come on, it's WipEout. You know you can expect a good quality game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With its stunning visuals, huge amount of content and challenging, turn-based combat, Chaos Rings III is definitely one of the best mobile games around at this moment.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Orcs Must Die! offers tons of fun but has no multiplayer mode which is a real pity. Let's hope Robot Entertainment develops a sequel with a multiplayer mode. Orcs Must Die! is without a doubt one of the best tower defense games of late.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Larger in scale but more intimate in story, Dynasty Warriors: Origins brings armies of thousands upon thousands of warriors to battle it out on screen. Battles feel more realistic than ever, while the focus on the early ages of the Three Kingdoms brings a much needed refreshing view of a well known story.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Prey has become a great reboot. A breathtaking setting, well-thought plot twists and intriguing lore take sci-fi to a higher level. While borrowing a myriad of elements from other franchises, Prey also shows its own face. However it still has quite a few bugs.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Offspring Fling! feels like a good old 2D platform game. With more than a hundred levels to keep you puzzling for hours, Offspring Fling! is a deep game that will keep you entertained for hours. And that's exactly what we want from a platform game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dead Rising 2: Case Zero has a few errors but none of that matters because the game has a lot of hidden depth to offer. Killing zombies has never been this fun and for only 400 Microsoft Points you can experience a taste of the upcoming game Dead Rising 2.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    Until Dawn is a damn near perfect game, which just breathes horror on every level. The game puts you in control of a group of teens and terrifies you while doing so. This is a must have if you own a PlayStation 4.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tekken 6 is the best fighting game in the genre you can wish for now. However the Scenario Campaign is a little bit disappointing, Tekken is the usual experience: blood, sweat and tears!
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    DeathSpank lets gamers experience humorous dialogues, good gameplay and stunning graphics. Be sure to pick it up the next time you visit the PlayStation Store or the Xbox Live Marketplace.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    LittleBigPlanet 3 is a nice platform game for PS4 and PS3. If you say co-op you say LittleBigPlanet.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The Unfinished Swan might be a very arty game. It's not a Van Gogh by a long shot. The gameplay stays the same throughout the game, and that's just plain boring. A big thumbs up for the idea, it just lacks a finishing touch, the hand of a master painter, so to say.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu is a fun new take on the classic Pokémon formula, that makes the deeper systems more accessible for newer players. Sadly the controls are obtuse and the game is a little on the easy side
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    PROTOTYPE became a good game, but unfortunately can't completely satisfy it's high expectations. The graphics aren't that good, luckily there is enough action and a nice gameplay to cover up the shortcomings. In the end, everyone must have played this game at least once.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    You should buy Dead Rising 2 if you enjoyed the first one and Case Zero as well. The addition of co-op is the best part of the game.

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