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
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Vampire Smile doesn't add much to the concept of the previous game. For 800 Microsoft Points you'll get a fun sidescroller that will keep you entertained for a couple of hours, until you'll get bored with the repetitiousness of it all.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For a real bargain price you'll get three great games which will give you hours of fun. The games are still great even though there aren't any real changes in the gameplay. If you missed one or more of these games, or you just want to play the games again then this trilogy is a real must buy!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Crytek has delivered an extraordinary shooter. The Nanosuit with all its functions is a real joy and it keeps gameplay exciting in both the long singleplayer and the fantastic multiplayer.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Crytek has delivered an extraordinary shooter. The Nanosuit with all its functions is a real joy and it keeps gameplay exciting in both the long singleplayer and the fantastic multiplayer.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Super Monkey Ball is a good game but doesn't benefit from the 3D functionality the 3DS has to offer. The game is pretty short and you should therefore wait until the price drops before you buy it.
    • 42 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime combines average level design, bad AI and repetitive gameplay. You will probably be happy when you see the credits.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime combines average level design, bad AI and repetitive gameplay. You will probably be happy when you see the credits.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shift 2: Unleashed is a really good game, but it is not a Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo beater. However, it's still very fun to play.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shift 2: Unleashed is a really good game, but it is not a Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo beater. However, it's still very fun to play.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Yakuza 4 can be a great game but you'll have to look really hard to discover all of the great aspects it has to offer. This game isn't for you if you don't want to look into the deeper meaning of things.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    This game should have never been ported to the 3DS. The game is much better on the PC and Electronic Arts should have put more time in the 3DS version. Too bad!
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ridge Racer 3D is nice to play, and contains a lot of content. Unfortunately the game isn't really perfect. But the 3D looks good!
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Homefront doesn't live up to the hype and suffers from a short campaign that will only entertain you for four hours. The graphics aren't great and the many glitches don't help either. Homefront's best points are its multiplayer and its brilliant vibe.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Homefront doesn't live up to the hype and suffers from a short campaign that will only entertain you for four hours. The graphics aren't great and the many glitches don't help either. Homefront's best points are its multiplayer and its brilliant vibe.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The UnderGarden is a simple game that doesn't make you think to much. You'll be fully relaxed thanks to all the bright lights and smooth sounds coming from your television.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia Trilogy is a delight to play and brings back good old memories. For those who have never played this great trilogy, this is the best opportunity to do so.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    This game is nice for children but there's too little to explore for them on one day. So it's a title you should buy for them (or yourself?) as an extra.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The three new maps are nicely balanced and will attract those that are addicted to the Halo: Reach multiplayer. If 343 Industries can keep this up then the Halo franchise is sure to have a great future.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    No matter if you're new to the franchise or have played Super Street Fighter many times before, this game is definitely worth its money. It looks amazing in 3D!
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Pilotwings Resort really takes its benefits from the 3D capacities. Because of seeing more depth, you are actually better be able to fly and land. Unfortunately it won't take long to finish the game, but it's really good.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a title that you can play for hours, then this one is your game. It's definitely worth it if you just bought a 3DS.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Top Spin 4 has become a reasonably good game, it's much better than the previous Top Spin. There's a lot to explore but unfortunately there's a lack of real improvement. So the game isn't perfect.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Top Spin 4 has become a reasonably good game, it's much better than the previous Top Spin. There's a lot to explore but unfortunately there's a lack of real improvement. So the game isn't perfect.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Alien Breed 3: Descent is a game that disappears between all of the other shooters. The game does almost nothing new compared to the previous titles and doesn't stand out. However, if you can't get enough of shooting up aliens old school style, then Alien Breed 3: Descent is worth your nine bucks.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Alien Breed 3: Descent is a game that disappears between all of the other shooters. The game does almost nothing new compared to the previous titles and doesn't stand out. However, if you can't get enough of shooting up aliens old school style, then Alien Breed 3: Descent is worth your nine bucks.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    MotorStorm: Apocalypse is a fine racing game. The singleplayer doesn't live up to its expectations, but the multiplayer makes it all better. It's one big spectacle, and you don't get bored from a good thing like that.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    PixelJunk Shooter 2 is a big improvement on the first game. Everything is bigger and better. If you want to download a great game for your PlayStation 3 you should consider buying this game!
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    MotoGP 10/11 is a decent game, nothing more than that. It has to be said that the new co-op mode is really great, but that's the only really cool addition to this newest game in the MotoGP franchise.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    MotoGP 10/11 is a decent game, nothing more than that. It has to be said that the new co-op mode is really great, but that's the only really cool addition to this newest game in the MotoGP franchise.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    You might remember this game from when you were a kid, but this game has lost all of its magic after thirty long years. The gameplay just doesn't hold up any more.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lionhead has learned from past experiences and has managed to pack a lot of action and comedy into Traitor's Keep. For 560 Microsoft Points you'll get a great but short adventure that follows the Fable III storyline.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Torchlight is a relatively cheap game that will keep you entertained for hours to come. Furthermore it's fun to fight against all the enemies and it manages to stay fun, thanks to different surroundings and enemies.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The best Fight Night game so far. This title is absolutely a must buy because of all the new additions, and the new Champion mode is simply amazing!
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The best Fight Night game so far. This title is absolutely a must buy because of all the new additions, and the new Champion mode is simply amazing!
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon Age II unfortunately isn't the perfect sequel to Dragon Age: Origins. However the game itself is still very good, so lovers, unite!
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon Age II unfortunately isn't the perfect sequel to Dragon Age: Origins. However the game itself is still very good, so lovers, unite!
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    There is one huge disadvantage to de Blob 2, the game gets really dull, really fast. That being said, de Blob is an amusing game that can make you happy within a second.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    There is one huge disadvantage to de Blob 2, the game gets really dull, really fast. That being said, de Blob is an amusing game that can make you happy within a second.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Beyond Good & Evil gets a second chance and grabs it with both hands. The game hasn't lost it's former glory and still takes you on a great adventure.
    • 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.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Time Machine: Rogue Pilot doesn't stand out between all the other games that try to make profit from the ever so successful Bejeweled. It's an entertaining game for a short period, but will be forgotten soon.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bulletstorm turns out to be a great game. There are still some minor griefs, but it's nothing too serious. The skillshot system is a real pleasure and you'll be using it for a long time without getting bored. Bulletstorm demonstrates pefectly that shooters these days can be about just having fun.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bulletstorm turns out to be a great game. There are still some minor griefs, but it's nothing too serious. The skillshot system is a real pleasure and you'll be using it for a long time without getting bored. Bulletstorm demonstrates pefectly that shooters these days can be about just having fun.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds is definitely not just another fighting game. It's one of the most advanced games you can get so just go ahead and buy it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds is definitely not just another fighting game. It's one of the most advanced games you can get so just go ahead and buy it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Killzone 3 doesn't show a shred of innovation within the games industry but shows plenty of improvement within the franchise itself. The Dutch have delivered a product to be proud of! So buy this game and go and shoot, shoot, shoot!
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    DC Universe Online is a very easy and fun MMO that can be played by both experienced and new RPG players. The graphics are far from perfect but this will not bother you because of the great gameplay.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Echochrome is a game makes perfect use of all the possibilities that the PlayStation Move has to offer. This game costs only 13 euro's, so if you like to puzzle, you should definitely get it.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Breach looks nice, but does not offer anything innovative except for the magnificent destruction. Everything does feel a bit clinical and adrenaline is nowhere to be found in the game. If you buy this game for 1200 Microsoft Points, you will be disappointed because it's just not worth it.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Faery: Legends of Avalon isn't exactly a fairytale. The fact that you can make your own fairy is one of the few hightlights of this game. The campaign is simply too short and the audio and video are very mediocre.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Faery: Legends of Avalon isn't exactly a fairytale. The fact that you can make your own fairy is one of the few hightlights of this game. The campaign is simply too short and the audio and video are very mediocre.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Developer Eden Studios has put way too much time in creating a good online experience. This is probably the reason why the gameplay hasn't really improved on its predecessor. Test Drive Unlimited 2 is a good game, but can't challenge the greater racing games of our generation.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Developer Eden Studios has put way too much time in creating a good online experience. This is probably the reason why the gameplay hasn't really improved on its predecessor. Test Drive Unlimited 2 is a good game, but can't challenge the greater racing games of our generation.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Spare Parts has all the right ingredients to be a great puzzle adventure game but never doesn't stand out above the competition in any way. Simon Pegg tries very hard to keep the game interesting with his witty remarks but it's just too little too late.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Spare Parts has all the right ingredients to be a great puzzle adventure game but never doesn't stand out above the competition in any way. Simon Pegg tries very hard to keep the game interesting with his witty remarks but it's just too little too late.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    Mario Sports Mix has become a decent game. It's a game that you'll play when you have company, but boredom will strike soon because of the lack in variation.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    It's sad to see that Divinity II: The Dragon Knight Saga hasn't become a good game. The graphics may look nice but in the end the gameplay will leave you disappointed.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Mindjack teaches us that a good concept doesn't always evolve into a good game. Square Enix should really think about all the mistakes they've made if they ever want to create a successor.
    • 44 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Mindjack teaches us that a good concept doesn't always evolve into a good game. Square Enix should really think about all the mistakes they've made if they ever want to create a successor.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    For a very low price you will be able to get four classic games that will make the older gamers very nostalgic. The old Mario games are as great as ever, even after almost 25 years.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    LittleBigPlanet 2 is one of the most unique games out there and offers a very complete package. It is the duty of every PlayStation 3 user to go out and buy this game.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dead Space 2 is a great game that raises the bar for all survival horror games to come. Buying this game will be one of your first great investments of 2011.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Dead Space 2 is a great game that raises the bar for all survival horror games to come. Buying this game will be one of your first great investments of 2011.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    TRON transports you right into a computer and apparently that computer is very old because the game has a lot of flaws. This game will still be able to let you have a fair share of fun but it would have been better if Propaganda Games had put just a little bit more effort in this one.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    TRON transports you right into a computer and apparently that computer is very old because the game has a lot of flaws. This game will still be able to let you have a fair share of fun but it would have been better if Propaganda Games had put just a little bit more effort in this one.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Eat Them! is fun for a while but gets repetitive really fast because all of the missions are basically the same. The bonus missions help a bit but it's not enough to make Eat Them! a must have game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Once again Twistel Pixel has made a game with a good sense of humor. The game is repetitive, sure, but because of the appropriate level of difficulty you keep playing it anyway. Comic Jumper offers a good experience, but it just isn't worth 1200 Microsoft Points.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    ilomilo is one of the cutest games on Xbox Live Arcade and it's great fun. You won't regret spending your Microsoft Points on it.
    • 77 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
    • 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.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Again Jigsaw fails to impress us much. This is mostly due to lack of innovation, lack of tension and some annoying elements. Just as the first part this is a nice title for the sales bin.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Again Jigsaw fails to impress us much. This is mostly due to lack of innovation, lack of tension and some annoying elements. Just as the first part this is a nice title for the sales bin.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Heavy Rain is still a great game and a must for PlayStation 3 owners. But don't use the Move support, because the classic PlayStation 3 controller works best.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Everything that Michael Jordan touches, turns into gold. NBA 2K11 is the best game of its kind because of all the improvements that Visual Concepts has added.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Everything that Michael Jordan touches, turns into gold. NBA 2K11 is the best game of its kind because of all the improvements that Visual Concepts has added.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The people at Freestyle Games definetly gave a new spin to the DJ Hero gameplay. The Freestyle sections are very cool and the new option to sing or rap is great if you don't want to spin the records. A guaranteed party hit!
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The people at Freestyle Games definetly gave a new spin to the DJ Hero gameplay. The Freestyle sections are very cool and the new option to sing or rap is great if you don't want to spin the records. A guaranteed party hit!
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The people at Freestyle Games definetly gave a new spin to the DJ Hero gameplay. The Freestyle sections are very cool and the new option to sing or rap is great if you don't want to spin the records. A guaranteed party hit!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fable III has nice graphics, great controls, enough online possibilities and a lot of missions. Everything connects nicely, which will keep you playing for hours. This game can be recommended to everyone.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit is a very good racing game that brings back the extreme arcade racing from the older games in the series. It's the Need for Speed we all used to know, covered in a brand new coating.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit is a very good racing game that brings back the extreme arcade racing from the older games in the series. It's the Need for Speed we all used to know, covered in a brand new coating.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Sonic Free Riders could have been a good game were it not for the complicated controls and the weak campaign mode. It's best for Sonic to throw away the hoverboard and keep using those fast legs of him.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    GoldenEye 007 turned out to be a good Wii game. The game doesn't need many words, except for: just buy it and start shooting bad guys!
    • 61 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II unfortunately did not become what many people hoped. The graphics are beautiful, but in almost all other areas the game fails to impress.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II unfortunately did not become what many people hoped. The graphics are beautiful, but in almost all other areas the game fails to impress.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    With a little more time and attention, Top Gun could have been a decent flight simulator. If you're into flying games, buy one that takes itself more serious.
    • 71 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
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 30 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    This unique fighting game feels rushed in every single way. Fighters Uncaged responds very badly to your moves and that's simply something you can't afford when your life is at stake.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Black Ops is another addition to the Call of Duty franchise but shows the same flaws as its predecessor. The multiplayer has improved, but a franchise of this stature should know how to get rid of the mistakes from the past.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Black Ops is another addition to the Call of Duty franchise but shows the same flaws as its predecessor. The multiplayer has improved, but a franchise of this stature should know how to get rid of the mistakes from the past.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This is without a doubt the best Kinect launchgame. Dance Central makes sure there won't be a single boring moment when you are having friends over. Make sure to buy this game when you're getting Kinect.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Raging Blast 2 is one big déjà vu that adds virtually nothing to the first game. Not even the biggest Dragon Ball enthusiast will be impressed with this, even though this is still a decent fighting game.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Raging Blast 2 is one big déjà vu that adds virtually nothing to the first game. Not even the biggest Dragon Ball enthusiast will be impressed with this, even though this is still a decent fighting game.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Lionhead Studios usually develops great extra content but this time the company has taken the easy way out. The Understone Quest Pack doesn't add a lot to Fable III but it will keep the fans entertained for a few hours.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dead Nation is one of the few PlayStation Network games, that manages to look and feel like a full grown retail game. The mood and the gameplay just feel right and the small lack of variation never gets frustrating.
    • 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.

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