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
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood offers a lot of new content, just like previous chapters for the popular MMO. The storyline and new region does feel a bit less special than heavy-hitters like Elsweyr and Summerset and the expansion doesn't offer any new classes and skill lines. It's not a bad chapter, but it's by far the weakest expansion for ESO so far.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat 11 Aftermath is the biggest update for the game yet. It adds three hours to the already epic storyline and next to that three great characters, Sheeva, Fujin, and RoboCop. Next to the new story and characters, the bloodshed can be varied in new levels with stage fatalities in a more peaceful matter with a friendship. The only real downside to the content is the price.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ghostwire: Tokyo is a thrilling paranormal rollercoaster with ups and downs. Exploring the city of Tokyo is fun and defeating your first few enemies is a blast, its flaws also become apparent very quickly. The game lacks enemy variety and the same goes for Akito's weapon arsenal. Ghostwire gets a little repetitive and sadly doesn't find a way to fix that problem before the credits roll.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Even though the graphics and controls can’t compete with its console brother, MLB 13 on Vita still offers a fun and deep baseball sim.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The worst part about Uprising is the lack of balancing. The weapons you'll get and the difficulty don't add up, making it extremely difficult to finish the game. For those that like a challenge, Hard Corps: Uprising just might be the thing they're looking for.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mafia II lets you experience the story of mafia member Vito. Although Mafia II is not perfect, the game was worth waiting for and offers a cinematic touch. Now we wait for extra content, because a real criminal simply can't stop working!
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Crossing Souls is a fine game that successfully does what it needs to do, but it does only that. There is much potential in the gameplay that sadly doesn't reach its full potential. This makes Crossing Souls just an average game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2011 does to little to become a great game. Just the regular WWE Universe and the multiplayer aren't enough to make something beautiful out of a bad game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Evil Within offers the right horror atmosphere with strong gameplay and lots of challenges. That makes it extra unfortunate that the story is weak, the camera is annoying and there are lots of bugs.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Syndicate is a really cool game that shines through its great co-op modes. The singleplayer is great, but the multiplayer is where its at. Beware for an action overdose.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Victor Vran is a fresh breeze in the world of Dungeon Crawlers. The improved control of the character and the weapon-system gives it a unique feel, despite the generic levels and enemies.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Night of the Rabbit is yet another great adventure game from the minds of Daedalic Entertainment. The dialogues are a bit childish but the puzzles and visuals are really good. Overall it's a very solid game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Treyarch has done a great job with Revolution. It's the biggest package of content ever before in Call of Duty history and the overall quality is remarkably high. The only bit of the DLC that isn't that exciting, would be Turned. The multiplayer maps are well designed and Die Rise is a brilliant new zombies map, filled with Easter Eggs. Fans of the Call of Duty series shouldn't hesitate and buy this DLC instantly.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is a good fighting game. However it's a bit too simple. Real PlayStation fans will have a lot of fun with it because of the exclusive characters and all the recognizable environments.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you are looking to play I Am Setsuna, the Switch is the best platform to purchase the game on. I Am Setsuna is a perfect fit for the handheld mode of the console. It may not be the best JRPG out there, but it is a guarantee for hours of fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Concrete Genie leaves you begging for more in an experience that's short and sweet. Even though the game isn't challenging it feels great to play as you let your imagination run wild. With a charming story and great characters to boot you should definitely be playing this if you don't mind the short runtime.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    LEGO Rock Band has become a decent game which is especially meant for children. You can expect another tracklist then usual. The LEGO style is nice to look at for a while, but adults can better choose another music game to play.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Valentino Rossi is a living legend. Milestone named their next MotoGP game after him and oh my... What a good game. This is very promising for future games to come. Rossi is already a legend, but this game might just become a legend too.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Star Trek offers one of the most exciting VR experiences to date. Flying your own ship feels exciting and fun, especially when playing with friends. Playing in co-op is the way to play, and mostly hides the fact that the content can get repetitive.
    • 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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Sly is back and we applaud that, kind of. The game is outdated, too simple and too childish. It’s a good deal that you can buy the PS3 and Vita version for the same price, so that offers twice the amount of fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    El Shaddai offers a unique experience trough fantastically weird environments, accompanied by beautifully fitting music. Along with the solid gameplay it makes for a great game, though it is slightly pestered by a lack of variation and camera issues.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The season finale of Telltale's Game of Thrones has its moments, but the story of Gared is disappointing as there are some game-breaking glitches. However, the overall impact of the choices is very good and may give us a good glimpse for the next season.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Hyper Breaker Turbo is a nice new variety on the old-school game Breakout. Unfortunately the Classic theme is a bit boring and the Doodle one a bit too chaotic, but with the Neon one we had loads of fun.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Even though Cubetractor is a very solid game and a nice mix of different genres with a little twist, the retro graphics of this game and the accompanying music start to bore very easily.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It might be a little bit strange to bring out a Rock Band game that focuses only on Green Day. The game might lack some innovation, but proves that the Rock Band formula still works great.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Road Not Taken is a pretty challenging puzzle game that especially fans of roguelike games will love. It is too bad that dying is often not in your own control.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The new Call of Juarez feels like an ode to the Wild Wild West. Although it doesn't bring anything new to the table, it has some pretty amazing shoot-outs and a few impressive Lucky Luke-like surroundings.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    For short periods of time escapeVektor is a great game. The more time you invest in playing however, the more you see the flaws.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ode
    Ode is a short but enjoyable ride. Playing as Joy while making your own background tune is both fun and relaxing. Although the game only lasts around two hours, you will be intrigued from start to finish.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition captures what makes the original game great, however, it also constantly reminds us that it isn't as great as its older brother. All the upgrades can't hide that the game is outdated, but it's still extremely addictive and fun to play.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Despite the low price of this downloadable content, it isn't really worth its money. Yes, the DLC contains new enemies and weapons but they aren't special at all.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This first episode of the new Dontnod trilogy story is a bit of a slow starter, but sets a beautiful scene of little-town Alaska where twins Tyler and Alyson grew up. The game brings everything we expect from a Dontnod game: exploration, tough decisions and puzzles combined with the supernatural and more than one complex and difficult relationship.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    What used to be an exclusive PC game, now is a great title for the Nintendo 3DS. NightSky delivers when it comes to dish up an array of levels that give you great puzzle experiences. It is an ideal game to play when you’re on your way to school or work!
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    No More Heroes is finally back with its third part and it's a typical game for the franchise. The boss fights are insanely good, the humor is black and over-the-top and the whole game oozes with style. The return of the boring open world is a mystery however and not every joke is super-effective. If you can't wait to put yourself in the shoes of Travis Touchdown again, however, you can't miss No More Heroes III.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Silver Lining is a great finale to the Spider-Man DLC thanks to the story. It's funny and action-packed that's all the better thanks to the great gameplay the game is known for. Some side quests are repetitive, but the ones that aren't make up for it.
    • 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.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    What happens when you mix a modern variant of Space Invaders with your own music track list? Then you'll get Symphony. This colorful, but chaotic game will be a fun experience for those who like their game to random generate levels around their own music. From Chopin to Pantera to The Rolling Stones: be creative! Unfortunately, Symphony is rapidly becoming a broken record, which makes this title perfectly suited for shorter play sessions.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Hydro Thunder Hurricane is a very decent arcade game but will only hold you in its grasp for a few hours. It's a fun game and a great tribute to the original game that appeared on the SEGA DreamCast.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Alice: Madness Returns is a wolf in sheep's clothing. This game may look honest and cute, but it's cruel and bloody. Alice takes you to an another unforgettable experience in Wonderland. And if you didn't remember the first experience, then you get the opportunity to play the first game for free. Buy it, please.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The new installment of the LEGO Star Wars franchise has turned out to be a good game. Every aspect has been improved but you'll often find yourself lost, not knowing what to do because of the unclear mission objectives.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Loads of blood and body parts are flying around from the beginning until the end of the game. Despite the errors, the game looks very decent and plays fine. Before you know it, you're playing for hours and don't want to stop. This game is a must have for every action gamer!
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    NBA Jam meets most of its expectations.The game is very entertaining however it must be said that this should have been a downloadable game. The game just doesn't feel like a full retail game but remains amusing nonetheless.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Reus is a great game that is trying to make a transition to the console. Though it has amazingly addictive gameplay and visuals, the game can be too complex for beginners and lacks decent controls.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Total War Arena is a very different game compared to other Total War-games, but with its fast and tactical gameplay and ten versus ten players it's a good game in its own right. Unfortunately, it's near impossible to keep playing for free and leaves a sour taste.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Evil West is a game like Shadow Warrior 2, but with less flair. The game let's you enjoy co-op action with up to two players, killing vampires and other meanies. But is misses something to make it memorable or even more than an in between. Still, if you like crazy games that let you beat vampires into pulp, this is a good suggestion for the budget bin.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sonic is back and is as fast and smooth as ever. Can you download as fast as Sonic can run? If so, get that game now!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Evoland 2 is in all means the successor to Evoland. The game is isn't as straightforward, it takes a lot longer to beat and throws in multiple genres to mix it up. Everyone who loves retro games is gonna love Evoland 2.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This has to be without a doubt the best cycling game available at this time. The graphics are great and the AI gives you a real challenge. It's just a shame that Pro Cycling Manager 2011 doesn't have any of the real licenses and so creates its own brands and names.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ghost 'N Goblins is back! The arcade classic looks great in its new style and plays just like the old days. It challenges you and makes you die a lot before you get somewhere. This time Capcom mixed elements from two games into one really great resurrection which you can play together. The biggest downside is that the game is somewhat short. In just a few hours you can reach the end of run one (of two needed).
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Furi is a great mix of hack and slash with a bullet hell. Where the game performs really great on the action level, the game misses the mark when things get quiet. Still it is a very enjoyable game, but it has its flaws.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Aegis Defenders is a unique and literal mix of platform action and tower defense. The game challenges you with puzzles and ends each level with an attack you have to repel. This makes the game great and entertaining, though it's not perfect.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Batman Arkham VR is amazingly cool. Never ever have you been so close to Batman nor Gotham City. The game focuses on puzzling. However the controls are quite simple and straightforward, the story is cool, but way too short.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dead Nation is roughly the same game as back in 2010, nevertheless Housemarque was able to deliver yet another great game for the PS4 with all the new features.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    For the first time in the series, Episode 4 offers you a look behind the scenes of Fabletown. With Bigby still recovering from his wounds, he keeps on searching for the Crooked Man, and the tension this generates makes this one of the strongest episodes yet.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Costume Quest is a fun game that will make a lot of people happy with its simplistic style and its witty conversations. The only downside of this game is the lack of variety.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sky Force Reloaded is a great game from the arcade times. And now it’s playable on the Switch. Prepare to go in a bullet hell full of challenges. You’ll get the most fun out of it with two players, but the game gives you a fair challenge when playing alone.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A fantastic character creator and a funny story makes you want to play in the DC-world. The levels might be unbalanced sometimes but the extra content in the open world makes up for that. Playing together is a blast even though splitscreen isn’t dynamic.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    New maps are fast paced, compact and interesting. Above all the new maps are very colourful and bright. Detailing in Verge and Knockout finishes of the Eclipse DLC. Zombie map, Zetsobou no Shima, comes with new interesting puzzles.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Leaving Lyndow is a puzzle and adventure game. The environmental artwork amazes you from beginning to end and a compelling story makes sure you'll be finishing this game in just one sitting.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Everybody's Golf VR is one of the most ambitious golf games ever made. Virtual reality gives the player the idea that he is a professional golf player.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Medal of Honor doesn't really do something we haven't seen before in shooters. It is however a great game that brings us a solid experience filled with a lot of action. That is why the game is certainly worth buying.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Even though it's still, for a big part, the same game as a few years ago, it's really interesting to see how much the game has improve till now. There are lots of new characters and all kinds of features that make the game really enjoyable.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Nuka-World doesn't have the best story nor most interesting quests but is does have an astounding ambiance. The DLC is a roller coaster of amazing impressions, sometimes shockingly interrupted by the usual bugs.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Majin and the Forsaken Kingdom is surely not a perfect game but deserves your attention. If you take good care of your ingame friends, then you will experience a great adventure that will take you about 25 hours to complete.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a fun game, nothing more, nothing less. Visually it is good and there is lots of content. Too bad the controls are a bit too sensitive, because other than that, this is a very funny game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions is definitely a lot better then the previous Spider-Man games. However some more innovation would have been nice.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Even after all these years, Tetris is an addictive and nice game to play. You don't have to buy this for new elements like AR-modes or the 3D-support. But you can buy it for its online options and a lot of the offline modes.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Talking about content, Resident Evil 6 is an awesome and great game. Talking about the gameplay, Resident Evil 6 is a decent game, yet a bit disappointing. Talking about the co-op, Resident Evil 6 is a great game. Do the math yourself!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Story of Seasons Trio of Towns is a game that's fun for a while. That is until you get enough money to basically do anything you want. After that, it will get bland.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This point and click games excels in its art style and different puzzles. However, the difficulty of the puzzles and the voice acting is not as good as to be hoped for.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Besides a subtitle this PlayStation 3 version of The Last Hope doesn't add much. The biggest addition to the game are the Japanese voices and this is the best addition developer tri-Ace could possibly make. The graphics may not be too great, but the storyline, sounds and battles make up for that.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Just Cause 3 delivers what it does best: chaos and destruction. Though the world and gameplay feel monotonous at times, the wingsuit and other new additions are fun. But still no multiplayer, really?!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This game is such a nice puzzle game. It's a cheap episode and it's really fun. Maybe it even gives us a little bit of a PS Vita comeback!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    MX vs. ATV Reflex is a solid game that meets expectations. The Reflex system is a nice addition, but besides that this game is just not special in any way.
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    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rainbow Six: Siege lacks an offline mode, story and bots, but online it is a tactical masterpiece with diverse gameplay, dynamic matches, interesting weapons and maps, and, at times, truly fantastic cooperative action through teamwork and communication.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    ArmA 3 Apex is a welcome addition to ArmA 3. The island of Tanoa looks beautiful and there's lots to explore. Sadly the campaign is a bit short and you don't really get to use the new items there.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Are you looking for a RPG which offers something totally different than Final Fantasy XIII for example? Well, if you don't have any problems with a difficult and extensive gameplay system, then Resonance of Fate is your game to buy.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I Am Setsuna seems to come straight from the classical JPRG genre. The game looks amazing and the gameplay is very smooth. The lack of length is therefore a real pity.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Famicom Detective Club bundles two games for 60 euros. The fact that these are old games meant only for the Asian market is clearly visible. The dialogues are in Japanese and the games are clearly polished in various aspects. Still, if you like a good story or two and feel the connection with your inner detective (and have a lot of time on your hands) these games scream for you. The writing of Metroid creator Yoshio Sakamoto only justifies the price even more.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Another great game in the Harvest Moon series, but it’s a bit difficult for newcomers. Still, people who know the formula will pick it up easily and enjoy it instantly. The only aspect that may annoy you is the tutorial, which is way too long and too boring.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Not a Hero is a challenging but fun game. It has tons of humor and a lot of graphic violence. Unfortunately it is also linear and only entertains for a short period. Still worth a try though.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kazuma Kiryu returns in a modern remake of Yakuza 3, balancing life at an Okinawa orphanage with a new criminal conflict. The added Dark Ties story expands the narrative but doesn’t always improve the experience.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Aside from the fact that some puzzle solutions can be quite far fetched sometimes, Deponia is one of the most entertaining point & click titles we've seen in the last couple of years. It's very hard not to play this game with a big smile on your face because of Rufus and his idiotic actions.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Move Mind Benders is without a doubt the best Move game on the market. All three puzzle games; Lemmings, Tumble and Echochrome II, are simply great. A must buy for puzzlefreaks.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    SEGa Ages keeps bringing ports of the old classics. This time it's Wonder Boy, an incredibly difficult platformer but a fun one at that. The game comes as a perfect port that includes bugs and glitches of the original. So you get the good and the bad.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 is a nice superhero game which, despite the flaws in graphics and audio, still get's a good score because of the great gameplay and replay value.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Cars 2 shows us that a game based on a movie isn't always bad. Both young and old will be entertained with all of the different modes and cars. But we just can't wrap our head around the fact that there isn't an online multiplayer available.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The amount of content you'll get in Mercury Hg for only 400 Microsoft Points, is very good. The puzzles are pretty fun but the soundtrack ruins most of the gameplay experience.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Syndicate works like a charm on the PC. The game looks and feels great. There is lots of content available and those who love the franchise will love Syndicate. Syndicate is a very solid PC release and a must-have for any fan.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Def Jam Rapstar has a nice tracklist that will keep you entertained for hours to come. No longer will you have to be ashamed when you want to spill some lyrics. Def Jam Rapstar is not the best karaoke game out there, but it sure is one of the most entertaining ones.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. is a game every fan of the dogfight genre should buy. But other gamers that are not into air planes, will find a very nice game as well.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Galaga Legions DX is an easy and short game. It doesn't do anything better than its predecessor and doesn't bring something new to the table. It's fun for a while, but after an hour you realize this is a dumb and hollow 2D-shooter.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Just Dance 3 has a great and varied soundtrack that will get everyone dancing like a maniac. It's a great game, but it could have used some more new modes. This third installment brings mostly just more of the same.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Kingdom Hearts Melody of Memory is a great collection for the most hardcore of fans. While the story doesn't progress the plot that much, the gameplay is fun and entertaining for the most part and shows off just how great the Kingdom Heart music really is.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Life is Strange Episode 4 is the best Life is Strange game we've seen so far. The story finally gets exciting and fully immersive, and the cliffhanger at the end is a great tease towards the final episode. It also contains more detective elements, which makes the game more active.

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