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 God of War: Ragnarok
Lowest review score: 10 Darkstar: The Interactive Movie
Score distribution:
3436 game reviews
    • 91 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Out of the Park Baseball 16 is once again a fine baseball sim, although it misses the ball on several points. The learning curve for new players is huge and a good tutorial is absent, ratings of players don't seem to matter too much.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Why is this game not available for consoles? It's so much fun! Good combination of puzzles, humor and nice levels.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This Kirby game looks amazing and for kids it is fun to give them the feeling that they can paint and play at the same time. However it's annoying to use the stylus through he whole game. So therefore it's a bit disappointing.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat X is a great game which offers a lot of modes. The Fatalities and Brutalities are gory as ever and you can enjoy the game for hours. Too bad it has microtransactions and sidetracks from its roots.
    • 96 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Rockstar told us the PC-version would be the ultimate version and they were right. GTA 5 on PC looks incredible and it works almost perfectly. Sadly you might still encounter some bugs and glitches in GTA Online that you already saw on the consoles.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin is the definitive version of Dark Souls II. The new enemy placement and lore give veterans a good reason to play through it again and for newcomers it is a great way to experience an already great game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Axiom Verge is so much more than a retro throwback to the days of Metroid. It builds on this formula and adds new ways to play these games with clever guns and game mechanics.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Although it offers nothing new, Söldner X-2 Prototype is a great little schmup for PS Vita. The (60fps!) graphics are nice and it plays just like you'd expect. A little repetitive but the extra challenges do add replay value to an otherwise short game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Toukiden: Kiwami is a decent JRPG with some Dynasty Warriors elements, with great monsters and an interesting lore. However, the formula stays the same and you'll be slashing a lot of monsters in the world.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy Type-0 HD is a must-have for fans of the franchise. There's a boatload of characters, the combat is refreshing and the soundtrack is epic. Unfortunately the graphics are not up to par and there are some minor flaws.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Sniper Elite 3 Ultimate Edition is a very cool bundle, consisting of: the game, Save Churchill DLC, multiplayer maps and more. Worth it if you haven't bought Sniper Elite 3 yet.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    From Software reinvents the gameplay we love from Dark Souls with Bloodborne, and delivers the best game on the PlayStation 4 yet. Except for the loading times there is no reason not to give this amazing game a try.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles 3D makes the promise of the New 3DS' power a reality. It's marvelous to play such a huge game on a handheld, although it could have been a bit sharper. Nonetheless, this game is the same blockbuster as it was years before.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Why it took so long is a mystery, but OlliOlli manages to still be a fun game on the Wii U. The steep learning curve might drive some gamers away, but people looking for a challenge won't be disappointed.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're a fan of twin-stick shooters and sci-fi you'll like Helldivers. If not, you'd be better off trying out the five-year-old game Dead Nation.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    3D After Burner II is an old game but polished to something brand new. With all the customisation options and the colourful levels, 3D After Burner II is something every arcade fan has to play.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Super Stardust Ultra isn't that super. It's a fun remake for the people who didn't play the original eight years ago, but for those who have, the formula is the same. With little added extras in this version, Super Stardust Ultra doesn't hold up that well.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Although Tokyo Twilight Ghost Hunters offers an intricate RPG ghost hunting game, the visual novel aspect is boring at times. The lack of tutorials is surprising, especially regarding the unique interactive "emotion wheel".
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Oreshika: Tainted Bloodlines is a fun and deep JRPG with loads and loads of content. Add to that fantastic music and graphics, a cool setting and over a hundred hours of gameplay. If only the story was a little more interesting.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Resident Evil Revelations 2 is absolutely great. The Raid Mode is very addictive, and the Episodes offer a compelling story. Some minor graphics flaws and simple enemies only seem to improve this nostalgic experience.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Borderlands: The Handsome Collection is quite the handsome collection for gamers who haven't experienced Borderlands before. It's smoother, better and more beautiful than its predecessors on the older generation.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Sid Meier's Starships lacks depth and good graphics, but it's a fun turn-based strategic game that can be played for hours.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The great combination of real-time history, action, fantasy and strategy form a fast playing game with chaotic battles, which sometimes lack persuasion by cut scenes.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Giana Sisters are back with an Directowl's Cut of their Twisted Dreams adventure. The game is good for more than 20 hours of entertainment. The game plays fluidly and the worlds are original, but there are some small flaws. Still, the game rocks.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Battlefield Hardline is the worst Battlefield game to date. Its story is very predictable and lacks excitement. Arresting criminals gets boring and Visceral made some mistakes in the visuals and multiplayer as well.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is just a fun game with family and friends. It's a board game that comes alive and it's really nice to play. Not only for now, but also for the coming months.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ori and the Blind Forest is a beautiful game which combines a great story, great gameplay and great graphics in a challenging and tough game.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    DMC Devil May Cry - The Definitive Edition is a great title which contains all the content you'd wish for. Next to that the game has been remastered and tweaked in the best way possible. This is a must buy for fans and non fans.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Zombie Army Trilogy is a true paradise for snipers. You can enjoy the game alone, but it is way more fun when played in co-op. With fifteen challenging missions and a Horde mode you can enjoy this for hours.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Tipping Stars is another fun puzzle game to add to the 3DS library. If you are done with the creative levels Nintendo made for you, there is still the level creator. Add to that the cross-buy feature and this game is tons of fun.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Creating rollercoasters is fun and easy, but the game lacks depth and diversity. The lack of a themepark to place your creations in is a missed chance, especially because the Demolition mode is quite disappointing.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dragon Ball Xenoverse is the best Dragon Ball game in years, despite the somewhat repetitive gameplay. The (online) RPG elements are well thought-out, but the loading times are not Xbox One worthy. Creating your own unique fighter is a great addition.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Elite Dangerous is a very ambitious game. Travel through the massive universe in your own spaceship. Trade, explore and fight your way through the galaxy in this epic and enormous game. But keep in mind: the game still has a way to go until it's finished.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Dead or Alive 5 Last Round is still an exciting fighting game. But this 'definitive' version lacks -yet again- fresh new content. Which is why it's only interesting for those who haven't played Dead or Alive 5 before.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires is the most complete Dynasty Warriors-game ever made. Unfortunately, the game looks awful on Xbox One and it's extremely outdated, which doesn't make it the game we've been waiting for.
    • 26 Metascore
    • 20 Critic Score
    Motorcycle Club is a game you need to stay far away from. It's AI is dramatic, the controls are terrible and the bikes are like enhanced mowing machines. A terrible game.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    IronFall Invasion is probably the most boring game on the Nintendo 3DS. There is some fun to be had in the multiplayer, but the terrible voice acting, mediocre graphics and lack of depth make IronFall a complete waste of time.
    • 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.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Order 1886 is an amazing rollercoaster ride with beautiful graphics, and a creative setting. If you're looking for a fun third person shooter, you've come to the right place.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gunman Clive 2 is a very nice sequel to its predecessor. Gameplay is still fun and challenging and the extra characters really contribute to the overall game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Grow Home is a welcome new addition to the platforming genre thanks to the new ways it asks of players to control the character and think about the way they should traverse the world.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Heroes of Might and Magic III HD brings back the epic game from 1999. You can spend hours playing this again but at the same time the HD-version is incomplete. For this price the expansion packs should've certainly been in there.
    • 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.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Akiba's Trip: Undead & Undressed is a fun game full of references to otaku culture, but the ancient design choices hold the game back from being a must have title.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Evolve offers a unique experience. Warning: you will forget Call of Duty and Destiny. This is a title you will play month after month after month.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate for 3DS is a great game for people who already know and love the series, but has a steep learning curve for new players. If they invest the time though, there is a deep game here, that is a lot of fun in the co-op-mode.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Escapists is a pretty good 'all in one' game, but it misses a few key things to be a really good game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Deathtrap is a fresh combination of an action RPG and a Tower Defense-game. The game is quite challenging with a steep learning curve, but repays that with great mechanics, 4-player co-op and a cheap price.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The second episode of Telltale's Game of Thrones leaves you lingering for more. With some interesting characters and quite a clever plot, you really can't wait for the third episode of Game of Thrones.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Nintendo reinvents Majora's Mask again with this amazing remake on the 3DS. The game is a lot faster and easier to play, without sacrificing the difficulty or the great setting. If you are a Zelda fan, you can't afford to miss this strange entry.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dying Light is a satisfying zombie survival game with a few features that make it stand out against the many other zombie survival games out there. Even so, after playing it for a while, the gameplay becomes quite repetitive.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Life is Strange doesn't captivate you as quickly as the Telltale episodic games can, but it has a less linear and more unique atmosphere nonetheless. In about three hours you'll discover a fascinating story that makes you hungry for the coming episodes.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Unmechanical Extended is a fun game, but the Extended version offers nothing new. Graphically it's a unique game and the gameplay is great, but there is no real challenge. Still it is worth buying.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Teslagrad is a great puzzle platformer. The magnets really add something different to the puzzles and the game is well thought-out. Unfortunately it's a bit short, but the replay value of Teslagrad is amazing and you'll keep playing it just to discover more.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Resident Evil HD Remaster is yet again an instant classic horror-survival game. The original Resident Evil may be outdated, it's still one of the best games ever made.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Gat Out of Hell is a very nice expansion which offers hours of gameplay. The humor we know from previous parts is there and much more. The graphics are a little disappointing, but despite that it's simply a must play.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Even though the story mode is very short, Saints Row IV: Re-elected is still a really fun game. The superpowers with a Saints Row twist add a lot to the experience and that makes this a fun, crazy adventure.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Kalimba is an awesome 2D-platformer, with many challenging and hard puzzles and a colorful, trixelated world.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Even though Metrocide has a great atmosphere and a creative setup, the game feels artificially difficult and ends up being very frustrating.
    • 32 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Sonic Boom Rise of Lyric is a real disappointment for Sonic fans. There is basically nothing positive to say about this game. Sonic deserves much better.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Persona 4 Arena Ultimax is a big improvement to its predecessor and so far one of the most beautiful 2D-fighters ever released. The somewhat boring dialogues doesn't change the fact that Ultimax is a challenging and exciting fighting game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Never Alone is a fantastic game which offers insight in the Alaskan culture and folklore. The game has a very nice style and enjoyable gameplay, however it is very short. Still this is a must buy for anyone.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This War of Mine makes you realise the terrible nature of war better than a thousand ad-campaigns can. Trying to survive in this surreal world is hard, and asks sacrifices you are probably not willing to take. Very impressive.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Watch Dogs for Wii U is still a fun game but it is just poorly made. There are a lot of technical problems and driving in particular is really bad. We had to wait six extra months for a mediocre game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    LittleBigPlanet is a fun game still. This Marvel Super Hero Edition however doesn't really add much good to the game. The minigames are not that fun and the costumes add only a skin, but you still get the full LittleBigPlanet game, which is nice.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This game is a smaller version of his PC brethren, with smaller levels and shorter matches. However, the gameplay is great.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Persona Q is a worthy introduction to the series on the Nintendo 3DS. The game is addictingly tough, and the music is unbelievably catchy.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The first episode from Telltale in the Game of Thrones universe is a good one.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Lara Croft and the Temple of Osiris is a game for the ultimate co-op experience. With some minor problems, it's a next-gen version of the previous game with a lot of improvements.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The Sherlock Holmes franchise is trying to reach more people, and maybe with this game it will. The game however lacks a real challenge now. The game is a real detective game, but doesn't really convince.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Construction Simulator 2015 is a fun game for the fans. A beautiful open-world, realistic vehicles and many missions. Controls are unfortunately sometimes quite difficult and necessary bugs sometimes spoil the gameplay.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The Crew is a successful open world race game with RPG elements. Its only downfalls are the simplistic storyline and the absurd micro-transactions.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Hatsune Miku Project DIVA 2nd is a fun game if you like Hatsune Miku of the anime genre overall. If you are not familiar with Miku of not a anime fan, then the game doesn't really do anything other than recycle existing parts of rhythm games.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ardennes Assault brings us one of the best campaign-modes ever seen in a Company of Heroes-game. However, if you don't own one of the first two Company of Heroes-games, the only thing you can play are the new single-player missions.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is a fun puzzle adventure for Wii U. Levels are creatively made and there are enough reasons to play them again. The puzzles are quite short and not that difficult, though.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Call of Duty Heroes is a nice mobile strategy game and has its own unique twist. Sometimes it feels like something you've already played in an other game, but will do for Call of Duty-fans.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The Hungry Horde is a fun game for a while, but never for very long. It has a very chaotic style to it. The gameplay is easy but still requires tactical skills. The minigames are funny and provide variation to the game.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    ESCAPE Dead Island tries to deliver a different experience in comparison to other Dead Island games, but doesn't exactly fulfill that task. The game often gets repetitive and it lacks draft. Unfortunately, it's good looking graphics can't save the game.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    WWE 2K15 deserves a bodyslam. With two new exclusive game modes, you would expect a lot of this wrestling game, as WWE 2K14 was really good. Unfortunately, WWE 2K15 isn't that good, with a bad showcase mode and a not-working stamina system.
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    • 57 Critic Score
    Heroes of Might and Magic Online wasn't the best one in the franchise, and will probably be the worst. But still the game has a potential, and it's free, so it's worth a try and see if you like it yourself.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    More story than game. Not everybody will enjoy playing this Japanese rpg, but for those who has a long breath, it's story will be amazing.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Warlords of Draenor brings you back to the roots of World of Warcraft. And it feels good. Draenor looks good and brings a cool new storyline, with lots of new content and of course garrisons. It's too bad the game isn't very challenging and didn't add a new race.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    The new Smash Brothers has a lot to live up to, but it manages to deliver on all fronts. Smash Tour is slightly disappointing, but everything else is top-notch. From the addictive gameplay to the pretty graphics and new modes; this is Nintendo's best Wii U game.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The modifications to Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire make these games some of the best remakes in recent history.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The modifications to Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire make these games some of the best remakes in recent history.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    LittleBigPlanet 3 is a nice platform game for PS4 and PS3. If you say co-op you say LittleBigPlanet.
    • 97 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto V on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One is still a better game than most of the other games released on the new consoles so far. A must play for newcomers, and a great reason to return to Los Santos for veterans.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Far Cry 4 is a logical successor to the third. Don't expect any ground-breaking, overwhelming visuals or a completely different story, but a shooter that does almost everything better than the competition.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The best possible way to bring m=Minecraft to a handheld device. There are some technical limitations, but the possibility to play the game everywhere you want with solid controls makes this one of the best versions of Minecraft available today.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight is the ultimate retro game. It takes all the good parts of old classics and improves on it with current technology. Truly a joy to play.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    SingStar Ultimate Party is a step backward from the game it used to be. With the missing multiplayer-modes and no option to import old discs it looks like a kind of downgrade. If you don’t mind that, it’s exactly the game for you.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Rogue offers more of the same, both at sea and on land. While the attractive combination of naval battles and playing murderer on land is fun, the game simply fails to live up to expectations.
    • 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.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Shadow Warrior is a great game full with blood, gore and a lot of one-liners. It has some great action, but the implementation of the touch pad on the PlayStation 4 doesn't work well and a little bit more of variation wouldn't kill.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is an even greater version of a already amazing game. Rebirth addresses the frame-rate issues of the original and adds new items and bosses to shoot your tears at.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Chariot is a sidescroller made by developer Frima. Visually the game is very pretty, but it gets bugged by the frustrating gameplay which makes it hard to enjoy.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Unity brings lots of improvements to the Assassin's Creed franchise. However, this doesn't mean Unity is perfect. Some minor issues stand against a lot of positive, innovative improvements.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Shovel Knight is a great challenging game, not only for retro gamers but for anyone who loves platform games. With brilliant level design and music, Shovel Knight is THE game to download on the Nintendo eShop.
    • 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.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    LEGO Batman 3 is not a whole new concept but it is a nice co-op game. Not only for children, but also adults can have a good time with this title. It's just fun.

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