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
    • 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 But the title is also a little bit outdated.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.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This a decent RPG on the Wii U, but it's also a little bit outdated. The graphics are ugly and the controls doesn't work so perfectly.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Metal Slug 3 brings the arcade fun to the Switch. The arcade feeling is a little less though because of the infinite credits and the adjustable difficulty. But still, it stays entertaining to blast away with a friend.
    • 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.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For the current generation, FIFA 21 is certainly a good title, although the potential was so much greater. Fortunately, Career Mode fans will be served at their beck and call this year, which was necessary after years of disappointment. The development of youth players has also improved a lot this year, although it is regrettable to see that elements such as the speed of players are still too big a factor for the core gameplay.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Iron Rain is a decent spin-off which focuses on a more Western Market. Although the game has a better story driven campaign and upgrade in terms of graphics, it delivers less of a comical arcade experience than the original titles do.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The best footie is FIFA 14. PES 2014 is better than last year's version but still has a lot of problems, like framerate issues and the game is constantly loading.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shock Troopers is a fun, action packed game which feels just right on the Switch. The game has a few downsides like the controls, but overall it is good fun. Especially when you play with a friend!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Star Fox Guard is a nice additional game, but fails to stay interesting. The gameplay mechanics are quite original and remind us of a combination between a tower defense game and Five Nights At Freddy's. Unfortunately the levels get way too repetitive.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Immortals of Aveum adds some fresh twists to the formula, but mostly sticks to the basics of the fps genre. The worldbuilding and overall presentation look great, and shooting the different kinds of magic powers feels responsive and fun. But there are some flaws that do retract from the overall experience. The story goes all over the place in terms of tone, and performance wise there is still a lot of progress to be made. In between all the 2023 heavy hitters, Immortals sadly just falls a bit flat.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Earthworm Jim is not the superhero we used to adore as a child any more. This remake has almost nothing new to offer and is not innovative enough to bring Earthworm Jim back to his former glory.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Making your own games is quite fun, but you don’t get a lot of feedback as a developer. Despite its old-school look it is a good game. However, if it looked better it would be more attractive as a game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Poochy and Yoshi's Woolly World is a great platformer. The cute style and entertaining gameplay make this game one of the best platformers for 3DS. It just doesn't live up to it's predecessor on Wii U.
    • 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
    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.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While Steep looks stunning and has plenty to explore, the game also lacks diversity. Without a clear goal for players, you are more or less left alone to do what you please. Find some friends to play with you, because that is how the game is meant to be played.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Worms Ultimate Mayhem isn't the best Worms game to date but brings that great sense of humor and over the top weapons that we've grown so fond of. There are some issues with the camera and the game progress can be slow at times. Ultimate Mayhem has a lot to offer but the real Worms fans will stick to the 2D games.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    SOCOM: Special Forces has left us with mixed feelings. The singleplayer doesn't live up to today's standards but the varied multiplayer and co-op modes save this game from its doom.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Yoshi is an awesome character and he will always remain that. However, New Island is more suitable for kids then adults. The levels are nice, but too easy, which is a pity.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Enigmatis would've been great for a mobile title to play on the get-go. For a console-based game it lacks quality in voice acting and plot, which is ultimately what a point and click game should focus on, given the absence of ''real'' gameplay.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Last Guardian offers some nice puzzles. However the gameplay mechanics are too outdated. Therefore, the game is not as good as it could have been.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bury Me My Love offers some nice art and a good, realistic story with some technical problems. It locks up sometimes but if you can forgive it's flaws there is much enjoyment to be had. Mostly because of how relevant the story is in this day and age.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Are you looking for a twin stick coöp shooter, here it is. Assault Android Cactus Review is fun to play and also difficult.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    When Vikings Attack! is a fun game at first but gets repetitive very quickly. It is a fun snack in a holiday season dominated by triple A games. Nothing more though.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Sniper Elite V2 Remastered is not the game for you if you want bombastic graphics. But if you want to shoot enemies online from great distances with a friend, this is the game to play. The game is a bit short and has a few flaws, but the fun is there.
    • 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.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    With Episode 5 of the Telltale Minecraft series they are setting up a good base for the next three episodes when it comes to the storyline. All they need to do now is come up with a proper villain, not abandon storylines and ideologies and make the quicktime events interesting and Telltale with have something good on their hands.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a nice beat 'em up title with four player co-op support, but it isn't really special. Most frustrating is the bad save system, like it was 20 years ago.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's a nice Assassin's Creed game on a handheld but the game is far from perfection. But playing as a woman is cool, that must be said. Therefore Assassin's Creed Liberation is worth buying.
    • 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.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Spore Hero has become a good game which also looks nice. However the game is too easy and therefore only fun for children.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Aliens vs. Predator is a worthy title in the franchise. The atmosphere is nice and it's a lot of fun to play as Alien, Predator or Marine. But only this possibility is not enough for the game to rise above it's competitors.
    • 73 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.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Hydrophobia Prophecy is a challenging and original game that takes the use of water to a whole new level. Unfortunately there are some annoying downsides, like the over usage of cut scenes and the often terrible voice overs.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    United Front does its best to be different. More visuals in the multiplayer maps, different zombie mechanics and a playful amount of randomness in the first stage of Operation Supercharge. A step forward, but still not everything falls into the right places.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Worms 2: Armageddon is not different from the other Worms games. It works very nice and it looks great, but it is a shame that Team 17 didn't create something new.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bound by Flame isn't the best RPG that the industry has to offer. But underneath the rough edges there's still a surprisingly enjoyable game.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Book of Spells gives us the first opportunity to play with Sony's new Wonderbook. Although the game has its flaws it surely proves that the book works excellently as a controller. That's why we can't wait to see what other titles might be coming.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Disintegration a great game that tries new things and that should certainly be praised in a world full of sequels. The combination of a first-person shooter and real-time strategy game works well in general and is super cool to play with. Its difficulty is all over the place however, which can be a pain sometimes since the weapons don't have the weight you should be expecting.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    World War Z is the new third-person shooter from Sabre Interactive. Gear up to fight the gigantic horde of zombies. Travel around the globe to uncover multiple storylines.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you've played other entries in the series and just want to experience some cool lore about the world, Yakuza 3 Remaster is the game for you. It's a game all about fanservice, but also the one you can skip if you don't want to retreat familiar waters. If you're new to the series though, this one might not be for you.
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    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This game is really strange and has a main character who likes weird stuff, sex, jokes, blood and more. It's actually a Wii-game in High Definition so not an entirely new game. It's funny to play but doesn't offer anything special.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    ShootMania Storm is a shooter in every inch of the game. To get the best out of this game it is advisable to play with a group of friends, since the game is heavily focused on eSports and teamplay. ShootMania Storm lacks a few features like voice-chat and outdated graphics. Despite that, it is a great game for people that just want to play a fastpaced shooter.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Thrones of Britannia has the potential to entertain for hours, if you're able to look past its flaws. A very decent strategy game, but Creative Assembly has the possibility to make it great.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games is a fun game which will put a smile on your face. Don't expect too much of it, all you have to do is expect the fun you'll have with it.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Fusion: Genesis doesn't invite players to play. If you're willing to come over by yourself and invest a little time and effort in this game, it has a lot to offer. A tutorial may be the answer to a broader audience. Now only the few who persist will get a great game with an even greater universe.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While the combination of metroidvania platforming and Pac-Man provides an interesting concept, the execution leaves something to desire. The inaccurate attacks, sparse save points and lack of direction, combined with irregular difficulty spikes, hinder the game more than they should.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although the main story in Valhalla Hills is quite lacking, managing a Viking settlement at the foot of a mountain is an interesting challenge.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While more of RoboCop: Rogue City is definitely welcome, this stand alone follow-up cannot reach the same heights as the original. Mostly confined to the corridors of the Omnitower, it lacks the finesse of roaming the streets of Old Detroit. Exchanging the joys of ticketing an ill-parked car for a splatterfest, Unfinished Business resembles a continuous shooting range a bit too much.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Wii Play: Motion includes a few boring and bad minigames and doesn't have a Party mode. Most of the games, however, can be pretty fun and work great with the included controller. It's a great extra for anyone that is looking for a Wii Motion Plus controller.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ultra Despair Girls is the latest installment in the Danganronpa series. This spin-off is good, but not as good as the previous games. The lack of Japanese audio is a big minus.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is absolutely not the blockbuster you are waiting for, but still it's an entertaining game that keeps you busy for a few hours. The action is there all the time and so are the many many clichés.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    UFC 3 is very nice fighting game, but that doesn't mean it is a good wrestling game. The ground game leaves to be desired and really takes down the quality of the game. Overall the look and feel of UFC 3 entirely is still pretty decent.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Walking Dead A New Frontier started as a good game, but does not convince with the latest episode. While characters like David and Javier are well-written, this is a predictable slow paced episode. Episode 4 is the least entertaining episode so far.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Anomaly Defenders is an example of a good and solid tower defense game. The gameplay works, the maps offer a good amount of variety and the tech-tree is sublime. Because of this, it's a pity that the game doesn't offer a huge amount of troops and enemies, and that the frame-rate is unstable when a lot of human forces start to explode.
    • 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.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Payback is a nice mix of elements. Police chases, races, drag, off-road and pimping your own car. And off course there is a lot of speed. But there are a few major misses too, like the forced grinding. Still, this is a solid entry in the franchise.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Animals take over as humanity bites the dust. Survival of the fittest is the only rule and it works perfectly in Tokyo Jungle. The gameplay however is too simple at times and can get a bit superficial. Without a proper finishing touch this game does not make it past the average level.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Gauntlet is a fun dungeon crawler to play with a friend or two. Too bad the game is not very long. It is not very deep as well, but for people that just want to hack away relentlessly, Gauntlet is a good buy.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Rescue Team DX is a remake from the Red & Blue Rescue Team games from the GBA and Nintendo DS respectively. It's a title full of nostalgia for those who played and loved the original, but seeing how this game was originally a handheld it might be a bit lacking for some who are looking for a brand new Switch game. We recommend playing the free demo first to see if this is something you want to spend money on.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Skully is a platformer that challenges and entertains you. The game lets you die a lot, but never in an unfair way. The game's physics are always on point which pushes you to keep an eye on the little skull all the time. Solve puzzles with three other characters and roll, jump, bash, and dash your way to the lairs of four gods in this indie game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Starhawk is a decent online multiplayer game, but the gameplay is not unique enough. The concept is original, but lacks variation. You won't remember this game in thirty years.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Panzer Tactics HD feels like a game with two sides. Although the strategic side is really satisfying, the controls aren't. They are sometimes frustrating as is the lack of pace in your own turns. Still, Sproing manages to create a solid strategy game with Panzer Tactics HD.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a good game for someone who is really into turn-based RPG's. Vandal Hearts: Flames of Judgment offers hours of gameplay for a small price.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    No Straight Roads is a rock game that delivers in terms of variation. At least in the levels and the different boss fights. In terms of enemies, the game lacks a few miles and the dialogues of the game tend to get a little annoying because of the screaming main character. Still, this is a game you should definitely play. For just under 40 euros you get six hours of entertaining gameplay full of colors and a very strong soundtrack!
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Yo-Kai Watch 2 Psychic Spirits is the Ultimate version of its predecessors. And that's not a good thing, nor is it a bad thing. The game offers cute creatures, a great soundtrack, but bland fights.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shad'O has a nice story which is interwoven with classic tower defense gameplay. The gameplay doesn't offer much innovation but the beautiful surroundings sure make up for that.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Fighting in this game really feels great, as well as the interesting conversations and the possibility to succeed in multiple missions simultaneously. Sometimes the game is not clear enough and the balance between missions and difficulty is a bit iffy.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Chocobo's Mystery Dungeon has an incredibly cute look to it. But don't be fooled, the game is unforgiving and challenging. The roguelike elements can feel a little off balance at times, but the fighting system and dungeons keep you going.
    • 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.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dead to Rights: Retribution is a mediocre game. It has good points, it has bad points, but it never comes up with something special. It's a fun game to play, but just for once and never again.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This game is fun for kids and parents and also to play together. New is a four player coop feature. However we must be honest: the game could have been better. It's a pity that it's only a top down adventure. And it's not fun to play alone.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Zombi is still a sweet game, which surely gives you a hell of a scary time. This version misses a few features like the multplayer mode and Ubisoft didn't really brush it up graphically. Still Zombi is a game worth playing.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mandragora is an interesting Metroidvania Soulslike that uses a skill tree to switch gameplay up. Some bugs and repetitive bosses sometimes dampen the experience, but the excellent gameplay is worth exploring.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Marvel's Midnight Suns is an okay game but could've been a lot better. The game is filled with boring tasks and side missions and the main character doesn't have much of a personality or many emotions. The game would've been a lot better if the developers didn't include all the RPG aspects. However, Firaxis is clearly still great at making strategy games, because the strategic missions are the best part of this game. The storyline is great and It's cool to see the other heroes together.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Road to Boruto is a nice piece of content, although it is short. It offers a new bit of story, a few new characters and some outfits. Unfortunately, it is a bit short and a bit too expensive for what you get.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Planets Under Attack has become a really enjoyable game. The concept the game introduces is fun, but can become a little repetitive. The story mode has some points of critique, but the skirmish mode on the other hand is a real joy. Try to play the game with one of your friends, because that way you will get the full experience out of the game.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Kinect Adventures is a great introduction to Kinect. Don't think it's an easy start, because you have to work and sweat, otherwise you are doing something terribly wrong!
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    TurnOn is a simple and rustique game which forces us to slow down and look at differently at our world. A pity the game at the same time forces fast-paced levels and contains some bugs and glitches. Serenity will be found, even though briefly.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Watch Dogs Legion promises a futuristic London, where you can play as everybody. Unfortunately, it has a lot of flaws that should be perfected in an already delayed game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    By using the four elements you have to transit from one level to the other. This makes the game quite challenging, but also a bit repetitive. The beautiful soundtrack of the game saves the day.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Aviation Empire is an addictive simulation game. Without you realising it, you will have spent hours and hours on airfields. The controls on the mobile don’t use their full potential, which is a shame for a good game.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World is a pretty good RPG for the Wii. It takes many elements from the previous Symphonia game, but there are some flaws. It also feels like this game isn't a direct sequel to the previous game. However if you are a real ToS-fan, you can add one point to the score.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Vita version of Epic Mickey 2 is a good game. The absence of online multiplayer is a huge loss though.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Job Simulator is a really fun game that shows off 4 typical human jobs in a year 2050 setting. Fulfilling assignments is satisfying however the game is guiding you way too much to keep it interesting. But the humor keeps you attached and going.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Samurai Warriors 4: Empires is a good step in the right direction, with a lot more depth and strategics thanks to the Politics Phase. But the gameplay itself is still the same compared to the original and the graphics have not improved either.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Onslaught is a solid but recognizable DLC, that feels awkwardly familiar. Although three of the four new maps are new, all feel like you played on them before. Nightfall on the other hand is a pleasant surprise and adds new content to the Extinction mode.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tumble VR builds on the surprisingly good game Tumble on the PS3. With 70 very diverse puzzles with increasing skill levels the game is far from dull. The VR adds an other dimension and will keep young and old busy for a while.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Action Henk is a fun, quick game and easy to control, but difficult to master precisely. It reminds us of Trials, with a good but frustrating trial and error system. However, after a while you'll get tired of Henk for a day or two.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Maiden of Black Water is a good addition to the small lineup of horror games on the Wii U. The creepy, disturbing atmosphere and gamepad controls are great, but the outdated design and sometimes disappointing graphics don't make this a classic.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a game full of potential successes. Unfortunately it lacks atmosphere and features a few annoying elements. Still it is worth a try because of all the options and the changing storylines it offers, but not at full price.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Puyo Puyo Tetris has a bunch of different modes, but you cannot play the classic Tetris game. You can enjoy this game with 4 players, online and offline. Puyo Puyo Tetris is a game you can pick up very easily.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Truth be told, no one really asked for a PC-version of Velocity Ultra, since it offers a typical handheld experience. Even the game seems to acknowledge this, because it automatically directs you to controller buttons. And yet, when you manage to 'click' with Velocity Ultra, it's quite hard to put it down.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bejeweled 3 is a good puzzle game with a lot of different modes. But it is very expensive for the amount of content you'll receive!
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ultra Street Fighter IV is finally available, but not without bugs. These break up a part of the fun in the game, but still it is a game you will love. Too bad it doesn't offer any reason for Ultra players to buy this version.

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