XGN's Scores

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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
    • 51 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    With its incredibly obsolete graphics and technical aspects, combined with inappropriate modern elements, Duke Nukem cannot be called a good game. It is however a fun game, that offers the Nukem-trademark humour together with much variation in surroundings and gameplay.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game is fun to play but only for a little while. The monotonous gameplay, simple graphics and bad music will make sure that you get bored very fast.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    With its incredibly obsolete graphics and technical aspects, combined with inappropriate modern elements, Duke Nukem cannot be called a good game. It is however a fun game, that offers the Nukem-trademark humour together with much variation in surroundings and gameplay.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a new Warrior game but it's not really different from Dynasty Warrior games. It has some nice features though. But don't buy it for 60 euros, half of it is enough.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    At first, Lost Planet 2 seems to have it all. Unfortunately if you take a closer look the game has many flaws, which provide more frustration than fun.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The new features that the Director's Cut brings to Strike Suit Zero, make the game a bit more enjoyable. Unfortunately the game is still haunted by repetitive missions and a weak story.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    This is one of the most complete add-ons we've ever seen with new species, technologies and improved planets. Unfortunately the main gameplay behind all that stays stale and mediocre at best.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora is a successful movie adaptation in the sense that it offers very smooth gameplay and a beautiful world to explore. It's also a very rewarding experience to explore Pandora. When you are fighting the RDA or making your way through the world, you feel very much a Na'vi, but all the local terminology can be very confusing. Unfortunately, frequent framedrops and crashes somewhat spoiled our experience on PC, preventing the game from delivering the magical experience it could have.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    Hamsterdam Paws of Justice is a fun, colorful brawler for your mobile device, but there is one major issue with the game: its repetition. After about fifteen minutes, you're quite done with the game for a while.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Grey's Anatomy has become a nice game but the sound does not match the TV-show. The minigames are far to easy. All with all this game will probably and up searching for dust in you're closet.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    With the beautiful graphics and large amount of content, Real Racing 3 could be one of the best games the smartphone has ever seen. However the microtransactions and long waiting times take away much of the fun.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    After all these years, Sonic Adventure, Crazy Taxi, Space Channel 5: Part 2 and SEGA Bass Fishing are still pretty good. It's a shame that some of the games have a lot of mistakes in them due to their old age. But for only 29,98 Euro you can buy yourself a piece of history.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This arcade racing game from SEGA is, to some extent, nice to play, but after a while it becomes monotonous. It's fun for the variation, but we don't recommend this title.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is a Smash clone. It's nice for kids and gamers who don't own a Wii U. But keep in mind that the gameplay itself is really simple.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This second installment in the King Arthur franchise can be great fun, but doesn't offer enough depth. The AI is just stupid at times, making the experience less enjoyable. Still, the vibe is pretty good and it really feels like you're part of King Arthur's magical world.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If you get excited by the thought of an airplane, there's enough content in Birds of Steel to keep you satisfied for a while. If you're more like the rest of us and just want to have some fun in the air, you'll be disappointed. The simplified mode is too easy and gets boring after a while. The realistic and simulator modes are too hard and unless you've got some experience in the virtual airspace, you'll give up before the second mission. It's too bad there is no mode that mixes the accessibility of the first mode but with the challenge of the other modes.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    The final DLC for Ghost Recon Wildlands gives players a bigger challenge with stronger and more advanced enemies, while the rest of the core mainly stays the same. Die hard fans are going to enjoy this one, but overall Fallen Ghosts does nothing special.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Deadliest Warriors lacks in depth but makes up for it by having some great graphics. The game fails to impress in many areas and for ten euros you should be able to find a better fighting game on the Xbox Live Marketplace.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Just Cause 3 Sky Fortress is a sweet addition to the game. Especially with the Bavarium Wingsuit. Sadly it doesn't take very long before you complete the story and are left with not much else to do again.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The A.I. isn't great and the lack of offline co-op is a bummer. The online co-op is the only reason you might buy this game.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Arizona Sunshine tries to deliver another great shooter experience on the PlayStation VR. While it partly succeeds, the game also has its down sides. Controls often feel clunky, and there are some technical problems that really kill the fun while playing.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is not a game that's worth it on PS4. It has a weak story. Only nice thing is Ellen Page and Willem Dafoe.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Ary and the Secret of Seasons has an original concept and an appealing look to it. The game lets you control the seasons to create platforms or open up other ways to progress. In the open world you can find a lot of things to do which keep you busy for hours. There is simply a lot to discover in the game. But unfortunately there are a lot of flaws. The game has tons of glitches, a faulty camera and crashes sometimes. Thanks to this the great concept turned out to be a mediocre title, even for 40 euros.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Sherlock Holmes: The Devils Daughter is another step closer to a really good Holmes game. It's a really enjoyable game with a lot of improvements. Still the graphics are not up to date and the voice acting is really not good.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    LEGO Marvels Avengers is the worst LEGO-game in years. The game is colourful and fun, but the story is crap such as the puzzles and the glitches.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    WWE 2K16 is a game which is full of content. Unfortunately it also contains a lot of bugs and the rivalry system doesn't add anything. The game features a good amount of modes, but these are only fun if you know how the game works.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is a fine remaster for those wanting to experience the story of Zack Fair before Rebirth comes out. This is however a by the books remaster including all of the cringeworthy dialogue and stiff animations. The new additions and graphical upgrades are really good, but don't expect this to be on the same level as 2020's FFVII Remake.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It's a nice game if you just like to shoot stuff and don't care about perks and story-lines. I can offer a challenge, but lacks variation on the other hand. In the end the price seems a little steep for what you get.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    If Tiny and Big: Grandpa's Leftovers was a snack, it would be a delicious one. For just a few bucks you will get some puzzles you can solve with your own vision and creativity. The game isn't very long and after completing the story you won't have much to fall back on.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The most fun part of this game are the mini games. The challenge mode is nice to play, however it has its shortcomings. The camera position isn't always working so well. But the levels are different and nice to play.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    On the surface this game seems to have it all. Good graphics, a nice soundtrack and awesome gameplay. On the other hand the framerate is not constant and the game offers no deep storyline. Still it is a nice game to play in between of the big titles.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Chantelise is a funny little game that will be liked by people who are into anime or manga. The graphics aren't good and there are not enough checkpoints to keep the game going smoothly, but overall Chantelise offers a nice experience for only 7,99 euro.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    All in all you've got a nice game with Don King Boxing, especially if you are a boxing fan. But you might still have to wait until the game becomes cheaper, because it's not a real winner.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Rayman returns in a nostalgic anniversary platformer celebrating 30 years, bringing classic gameplay back with surprisingly challenging levels and retro charm.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    It might take a while to find your footing with Blacksad, but that's okay. The characters are charming and the story is interesting as well. Unfortunately the game doesn't control that well and the graphics are disappointing as well.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This is is obviously not the best co-op game to buy. However it must be said that the second part of the is much better and funnier then the first part. But still: the graphics are ugly and there are too many bugs and shortcomings to be a strong game.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Unfortunately Sacred 2 is not better than its predecessor, but all in all it is an 'fine' RPG. Especially the big world is really recommendation worthy.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories is a perfect example of a beautiful story that falls short on execution. The creators seem to have put more effort into the characters than into the game itself. You also go through the game fairly quickly, if it does not crash. The appearance of the game is somewhat disappointing as well.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    RemiLore: Lost Girl in the Lands of Lore is a new 'hack and slash' RPG that combines challenging levels with a bland variation in characters.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A refreshing take on the sim-genre which doesn't take itself too seriously and doesn't think you should either. Some core-elements get repetitive quite fast, but for a quite cheap game it offers plenty of hilarious moments and original gameplay.
    • 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.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Flying body parts and buckets of blood form the basics of Splatterhouse. The soundtrack and the voice overs have been done very well but the graphics just aren't up to today's standards.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Flying body parts and buckets of blood form the basics of Splatterhouse. The soundtrack and the voice overs have been done very well but the graphics just aren't up to today's standards.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Hatoful Boyfriend Holiday Star is a crazy but fun game, though certain aspects of the game could have been done a lot better. It is definitely not a must-buy, but fans of the original will still enjoy it.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Splinter Cell Trilogy is still great to play, but the lack of a multiplayer mode and the addition of bugs and glitches turn this game into a lazy port. Especially considering the fact that the first two games tend to be obsolete, it's hard to recommend this bundle.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Sure, Nexuiz is a fun shooter, but only under the right conditions. Unfortunately those right conditions are pretty rare, leaving you with unbalanced teams and terrible music.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing III can't redefine the old concept. It lacks new features but can be considered a fun new story in the successful trilogy.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Pac-Man 256 is a fun mobile game ported 1:1 to console. Its one game mode tends to get boring after half an hour. The multiplayer offers about half an hour of fun as well, but not much more than that.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Although graphically better, the Switch version comes with less joy than Virtual Reality versions.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    Really Big Sky is a very colorful game and really easy to understand. It sadly offers just a handful of bosses and enemies. Still, this game is worth the purchase.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Red Johnson's Chronicles: One Against All is a puzzle game for Xbox Live. The puzzles are very difficult which will be appreciated by the puzzle fans. The game looks very good, but it will become boring after a couple of minutes.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Fast Food Panic is sort of a Trauma Center game, which was actually a good title. Fast Food Panic is absolutely funny but unfortunately has a shortcoming: there's too less diversity. But the real question is if you're able to make fast food meals 'fast', or if you will panic and fail the mission? It's all up to you, how responsible!
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The Shoot is another typical game that demonstrates a ton of possible Move functionalities. The game isn't very unique and so we are still waiting for a very hardcore Move game.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Section 8 lacks a finishing touch; the game doesn't shine graphically and has a weak story. However there are plenty of multi-player modes available and the sound is just fine. So Section 8 is a decent game, but only for a much lower price.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Nail'd doesn't stand out among other off-road racing games. There are to many issues that will cause a lot of frustration. This game focusses on speed but still feels a little slow. Nail'd fails to achieve a certain quality so just wait and pick it up later for a bargain.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    One Piece Pirate Warriors 3 on Switch runs great, is amazing for fans and once again has some great combat. It's a shame that newcomers will feel lost and that losing is so punishing. It does have plenty of content for musou fans and One Piece fans alike.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Nail'd doesn't stand out among other off-road racing games. There are to many issues that will cause a lot of frustration. This game focusses on speed but still feels a little slow. Nail'd fails to achieve a certain quality so just wait and pick it up later for a bargain.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Hunted: The Demon's Forge is a fun game but it never seems to reach its true potential. The concept is interesting but it looks like the developers didn't spend enough time creating better puzzles. The co-op and the special attacks are the only things making this game worthwhile.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The legend is reborn, but is it worth it? You can go and fight baddies as Shaq fu again, but in a really really short game. The game looks good and plays nicely, but you can only do so alone. And all that makes it simply too expensive.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Oninaki is an interesting twist on the concept of death, but has a lot of flaws to go with it. The music is great and the variety in gameplay works really well. The gameplay itself isn't great though.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Are you fond of hockey and do you want to play a match once in a while? Then NHL 2K10 is a good title for you. But if you're looking for a more serious game, EA's NHL 10 will be a better choice.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    AirBuccaneers is an interesting concept that gives the term co-op an entire new definition. Sadly, the servers are sparsely populated which in return doesn't ensure very well-balanced teams.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Concept wise, Splice is an interesting title to look at. It's both accessible and painfully difficult. The satisfaction you will feel if you overcome a difficult puzzle, is worth mentioning though. Such a shame it is that Splice fails to become more than a one-trick-pony. If you've seen one of the puzzles, you've basically seen them all.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Chou-chou is at it again after conquering the seven planets in her universe, she sets out to conquer the next universe. But while she's at it she hits a SNAFU and now is dependent on the ditzy Ultimate God Syrma and local hero Nao to do so.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Hunted: The Demon's Forge is a fun game but it never seems to reach its true potential. The concept is interesting but it looks like the developers didn't spend enough time creating better puzzles. The co-op and the special attacks are the only things making this game worthwhile.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    For the people of the nostalgic factor, Might & Magic X Legacy is a great game. It does, however, have no story whatsoever and feels quite outdated. Legacy is a game for a certain group of people.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Hunted: The Demon's Forge is a fun game but it never seems to reach its true potential. The concept is interesting but it looks like the developers didn't spend enough time creating better puzzles. The co-op and the special attacks are the only things making this game worthwhile.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Fragments of Him has poor gameplay, empty characters and the environments lack inspiration. It doesn't do the great story justice, unfortunately.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Syberia 2 for Switch is a lot like the first part of the series. Sadly, it doesn't improve any of the flaws of part one. It's also not a fun game if you haven't played the first Syberia.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The final episode of Minecraft Story Mode is a mixed one. The standalone adventures are a great addition to the series, but with its open ending, we're left in the dark with where to go next. And Telltale probably feels the same.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Resistance:Burning Skies offers decent controls and pretty cool weapons. Although that's an accomplishment in itself, the game does nothing further to set itself apart and merely offers a mediocre experience.
    • 46 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    GTi Club: Supermini Festa is a funny game with a lot of mini games. But it's a pity the game fails on several areas and therefore GTi Club: Supermini Festa earns this score.
    • 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.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This game is definitely made for the 3DS, it has good graphics and 3D is simply awesome. Unfortunately the game lacks innovation. The concept of the game sounded better than the final product has become.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A fairly decent rally game. But one that lacks a certain depth that the competition represents. The engine still needs a lot of work, and level design could be more consistent.
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    • 65 Critic Score
    The Last Stand DLC finally brings a proper PvP-mode to the table, although thanks to the game's tactical background, skilled players often demolish the other team. Also, the complete package feels a bit meager, with only a new Incursion as an extra.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This game is cheap, but even cheaper on the mobile phones. It's not really a game about fighting or kung fu. It's all about a cute bunny in a world wherein players are jumping and searching for carrots.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Although this hack 'n slash game has its flaws, it is quite fun and enjoyable. If you like the genre then you better get it, and not only because it's very affordable.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Sparc is an action-packed VR title that sadly lacks in some departments. While the gameplay itself works well, there is a lack of variety and content. There is no singleplayer and you only got three modes to work with.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This game is difficult to describe. It is somewhere childish, but it's also cute. It's all about creating and exploring. It's a decent game but a little bit weird to play and understand.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The concept of Monsteca Corral Monsters vs Robots is kinda nice, but the bad graphics ruin the fun. The game is barely worth your 500 Nintendo Points.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    EA Sports brings incredible graphics and details to the UFC franchise, but the rest sadly doesn't measure up to the high standard that THQ created. The career mode lacks depth and the combat has it's flaws.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Unfortunately Sacred 2 is not better than its predecessor, but all in all it is an 'fine' RPG. Especially the big world is really recommendation worthy.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Pac-Man is a classic game in everyone’s opinion. Therefore, it's really nice to play some old Pac-Man games. Although the price is quit expensive for what you get. Four or maybe five Pac-man games are really worth it, the rest is simply too outdated.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Are you fond of hockey and do you want to play a match once in a while? Then NHL 2K10 is a good title for you. But if you're looking for a more serious game, EA's NHL 10 will be a better choice.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    A Dontnod game without signature episodes and supernatural powers, but with an intriguing murder-mystery and tensions between all involved as protagonist Sam returns to his hometown to visit the funeral of his best friend - and his partner, Sam's ex-girlfriend. Dontnod introduces some interesting new concepts like the mind palace, but they are not fleshed out enough to be memorable.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Developer Milestone has managed to create a nice rally game that somehow disappoints in the visual department. Race fans should buy this game, but only when it has been lowered in price.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Developer Milestone has managed to create a nice rally game that somehow disappoints in the visual department. Race fans should buy this game, but only when it has been lowered in price.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Rack n Ruin combines a funny anti-hero with great graphics but lacks a great gameplay.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    The second Transformers game contains a little more oil, but still doesn't quite cut it. The graphics and the sound are okay, but the game doesn't give the right signals. Because of the extras Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is interesting for the fans, but for everyone else there's not much to look at here.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 64 Critic Score
    The second Transformers game contains a little more oil, but still doesn't quite cut it. The graphics and the sound are okay, but the game doesn't give the right signals. Because of the extras Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is interesting for the fans, but for everyone else there's not much to look at here.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Are you looking for a tactical game on the Wii, Pikmin is a fun title you should consider buying. Unfortunately it only has a short story. If you never played the GameCube version, but it always looked interesting to you, it is worth the money. Trust me!
    • 62 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Heroes Over Europe has become a decent flight game. But you should consider Il-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey, if you’re looking for more serious simulation flight action.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    If you like Mario Kart and if you want to drive another tournament, you can put Madagascar Kartz in your console. The game is a decent rip-off but nothing more than that.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Ubisoft shows us how to score with a title like Academy of Champions: Football. The game hasn't got a great story mode, but offers enough fun meant for arcade gamers and children.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 63 Critic Score
    Heroes Over Europe has become a decent flight game. But you should consider Il-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey, if you’re looking for more serious simulation flight action.

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