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
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Although the battles are fun, the story is boring and the lack of multiplayer is unacceptable.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The graphics of Fairy Fencer F are interesting and fun, especially the characters make this game lovely. It is too bad that it is a little bit too classical RPG, as it does not do a lot of good new things to the genre. Plus, the storyline has not been worked out very well throughout the game, which is a big miss.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A beautiful game that unfortunately isn't very unique and too lightly packed.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    People that live next to an airport know the horrible sounds that come out of a plane. Well, those sounds are pretty 'realistic' in the Planes Video Game on 3DS, which is absolutely not a positive thing. The game does look very good and there is lots of content and things to collect. It might be a bit easy, but it is a pretty neat game for little young Planes-fans.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Spy Hunter's might have a decent basic structure, the weak controls and graphics make it less enjoyable than it could have been.
    • 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.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is a game which is only really enjoyable for the fans. Other people will have a hard time getting the point. The game is overloaded with characters, levels and modes, but on the other hand the battles are buggy and chaotic.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Fowl Space is full of sexual innuendos and parodies. It is this comedy that makes Fowl Space an enjoyable game. However if you drop the jokes you're left with a very short and simplistic platform game. If you're not amused by the idea of a cock shooting a dubious white substance in the face of a viking, you better leave Fowl Space alone.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The several power-ups and the five unique classes in World Tour make up for the somewhat repetitive gameplay. But we want dynamic gameplay and awesome features that will keep our adrenaline high. Also, the lack of split-screen is an absolute dealbreaker because Wheels of Destruction could be a great game if a local co-op feature was included. That is not the case however. A cool concept, but a poor execution. Disappointing.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    VR Worlds opens the world of virtual reality with 5 different games. It shows the possibilities the PlayStation VR offers to gamers and the gaming industry. However most of the games are quite simple and monotone. The London Heist is a big plus.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Saints Row: The Third is now on Switch for better or worse. The game hasn't aged well, but is still fun to play. Just don't play it docked, because this is a open world game meant to be played on the go.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Sid Meier's Starships lacks depth and good graphics, but it's a fun turn-based strategic game that can be played for hours.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The final episode of The Council differs from the other episodes in tone and length and is kind of a let down. It is too short and there are too many abrupt changes in Checkmate to conclude it in a satisfying way.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Revelations is an okay game, but too simple a port from the 3DS game. Game technical it’s one of the greatest horror games of the last years, but that says it all. It has the same defects as the 3DS version and it’s too expensive for that.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It's a shame The X Games Pass doesn't offer a new area to play in even though the challenges it serves up are great. The X Games Pass also isn't that long. You'll need to find enjoyment in the new tricks to learn, which is fun to do.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Last Tinker is a joyous platformer inspired by classics such as Jak and Daxter and Banjo Kazooie. The game is very colourful and it sometimes feels kind of childish, because of the easy levels with no challenge at all.
    • 46 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The game starts off way too slow and fails to grab your attention. There are some cool new features, but these won’t compensate for the cons, which are the difficult controls and almost no use of 3D graphics.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Fate of the World: Tipping Point offers a great learning experience but doesn't keep the player interested in it's gameplay for long. The look is good and you have a ton of possibilities, it's just a shame that the learning curve is so steep.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Ferrari Racing Legends is without balance. The way you have to unlock things, doesn't work and that's a shame. Ferrari deserves a better game than this one, because the cars are basically the only good part of the game.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy Explorers is a cool concept, but it is ruined by the boring combat and repetitive missions. Even the fanservice can't save a game that makes you fall asleep as soon as you start playing.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This game is a remake from a remake and therefore too expensive. The previous game on the PS3 is cheaper and has the same content. But if you don't have a PS3 then you can always look into this version.
    • 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.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Ride 2 sadly is not the racegame that it could have been. The amount of content is superb, with lots of tracks and bikes to choose from. However, its technical problems impedes Ride 2 from being the great racegame that it could have been.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    TV Superstars is a fun game to play with friends during a relaxing weekend. But it just isn't worth buying, because the price is to high for the amount of content you get.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Operation Raccon City has a pretty good multiplayer and some smooth controls. That is unfortunately where the goodness ends. The singleplayer is weak and the A.I. is just as stupid as the zombies.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Swarm is a game with a nice concept, which unfortunately isn't properly elaborated in the gameplay. Before you spend thirteen bucks, check if you have enough patience to play the same level over and over again.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This classic Sonic game gets very hard when played on your own, but as soon as a friend joins and plays as Tails, everything gets a bit too easy. This games misses gimmicky new features and the levels do not differ much, apart from the theme ofcourse. It's fun to run around with the super speedy Sonic, but unfortunately this game lacks innovation.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Swarm is a game with a nice concept, which unfortunately isn't properly elaborated in the gameplay. Before you spend thirteen bucks, check if you have enough patience to play the same level over and over again.
    • 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.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Yo-Kai Watch 2 is a charming, but passive and repetitive experience. The game lacks an enjoying fight system and the writing is horrible.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    EA Sports FC 24 doesn't deliver on the changes the name change would suggest. In the end it's still FIFA, but with a few new things to enjoy. Unfortunately that also means this game is plagued by the same issues that have plagued the FIFA-franchise for years like pay-to-win in FUT, weird situations in Career Mode and multiple bugs that have been there since the dawn of time. Some cool new elements like Evolutions in FUT give a little bit of redeeming quality, but overall it's not great.
    • 54 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Tomorrow Children is despite its promising setting a dull game. It's technically a Communism simulator in which you must spend (in-game) money to even buy the tools to get the job done.
    • 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.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Yesterday Origins is a mediocre title. Where you follow interesting characters and settings, most of the time the puzzles feel like to much out of place. You can immerse yourself in an interesting story, with terrible voice overs.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Carmageddon is a enjoyable game which seems to have a lot of power-ups, foul language and silly driving. The singeplayer is fun for a decent amount of time but the multiplayer is the mode where the game really delivers. Unfortunately on the PS4 it is quite impossible to play due to the fact that there seems to be nobody online.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    At certain moments Strength of the Swords 3 show its interesting ideas. But at almost all of those moments the execution is lacking.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The concept behind Xotic is fun, but it isn't executed in a good way. The graphics, audio and overall production values just disappoint and never really seem to impress.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Although Tokyo Twilight Ghost Hunters offers an intricate RPG ghost hunting game, the visual novel aspect is boring at times. The lack of tutorials is surprising, especially regarding the unique interactive "emotion wheel".
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Fallout Shelter is a nice free game for real Fallout fans. The game features beautiful, characteristic Fallout graphics, but is ultimately lacking in action.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Starting The Sims 4 after years of The Sims 3 will definitely make you wish for an open world again. The Sims behave more realistically, but after two generations you are pretty much done with all functions and you start to feel how limited The Sims 4 is. Let's hope for some good expansion packs.
    • 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.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    PokéPark 2 suffers from clunky controls and a lack of challenge. Only the young Pokémon fans will overlook that for an overall happy and cuddly game.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This five hour lasting adventure is fun to go through and never becomes boring. But Super Soldier has its share of flaws. The scripted levels and the disappointing graphics prevent you from having too much fun with this game.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This five hour lasting adventure is fun to go through and never becomes boring. But Super Soldier has its share of flaws. The scripted levels and the disappointing graphics prevent you from having too much fun with this game.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Sims 4 is a very enjoyable game which will give you a lot of tools to be creative in creating your own Sims and their lives. The game gives exactly the same experience as the PC version, though the controls are terrible. You'll hate your controller for it.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Stronghold Crusader 2 delivers exciting RTS battles and is a fun castle-building simulation, which challenges the player every single match. Despite this, the game is disappointing in many other areas, and because of that we yearned numerous times for its predecessor.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Flockers doesn't do much that we haven't seen before in Lemmings. It's still a decent game though, but it lacks variation and certain levels will bring you a lot of frustration.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This edition is supposed to be a fresh new start to the longrunning series, but stumbles at the get-go. Longrunning features like the Dancefloor are missing as are most of the songs of the new Just Dance+, which only contains about 25% of the old Unlimited. The core mechanics of the dances is still there as are a some 40+ new songs to dance to, as well as a new menu that needs some getting used to but ultimately makes life easier. A not-so-fresh start then, but it might be a good set-up for the future.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Toki looks better than ever and plays great if you don't get stuck at a bad respawn point. When you die a bunch you need to start the game all over again and you can't save either. It's a shame because saving would make this retro game so much better.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The remaster of Deadpool is not really a remaster. It's more like a port. The game is not really brushed up and offers repetitive gameplay.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    BOOR is a good indie game, still it is not more than simply enjoyable. The levels have some insufficient diversity, and the game is in need of some finishing touches.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Destiny 2's Black Armory DLC finally adds matchmaking, but its repetitive missions and bland gear show that it has little else to offer.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The game looks nice and it has a energetic soundtrack. Unfortunately Crashed Ice Kinect offers only five courses and no online game modes, which makes the game only fun for a little while.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    One of the biggest problems LEGO Batman 2 has on the console, becomes a bigger problem on Vita. There are too little levels to play and there isn't an open world like on the consoles. Its a shame that a game with so many possibilities turns out to be so small and simple.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Brawl is Bloober Teams redemption for Basement Crawl, which failed miserably. Now they make up for it with a much better version of the game. In the multiplayer it offers a lot of fun, but there still is a long way to go.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Inversion is a decent shooter with some fun gravity-gameplay. Unfortunately it is never memorable and offers no innovation or surprise, offering a mediocre overall experience.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This is a port but does not feel like one. Still it suffers from the same problems as the original version on 3DS. Next to that the story feels short and it offers not much else. It is a fun game, but it could have been much, much better.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Whispering Willows is suffering from the curse of mediocrity. It feels as if this game could have been more, but unfortunately never reached the heights to become a classic.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It's difficult to review Kinect Star Wars. First of all, it finally gives you that awesome moment you've been waiting for: controlling and using the force. And believe us, it's really awesome. But then that awkward moment comes when you realize the gameplay is not actually quite that good.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Vita version of The Jak & Daxter Trilogy is not the best way to experience the story of Naughty Dog's duo.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Blade Kitten turns out to be an amusing game but it doesn't manage to leave a strong impression. You might enjoy the first play through but after that the game will just lie there, collecting dust.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Blade Kitten turns out to be an amusing game but it doesn't manage to leave a strong impression. You might enjoy the first play through but after that the game will just lie there, collecting dust.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Thanks to some great puzzles and the mix of LEGO and DUPLO you would think that everything is awesome. Unfortunately it is not due to the lack of dynamic splitscreen, typical bugs and some dull worlds. It's more like everything is just okay.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    SkyFighter is a fun game to play but doesn't stay fresh for a long time. However, with all the possibilities you should be able to enjoy the gameplay for a solid seven hours. The multiplayer is very chaotic and you won't recognize your airplane between all the bullets and planes.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The SInking City is the new game from Frogwares where you play as a detective to discover the origin of your own paranoia.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    As Activision’s popular franchise keeps sinking away in quicksand, Black Ops 7 presents a new low for the shooter. The campaign is absolutely horrendous, as is the new mode Endgame. Aside from removing skill-based matchmaking, multiplayer offers nothing new or exciting. At the very least, Zombies is still good for countless hours of fun, but it really acts as a crutch for Treyarch in Black Ops 7.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Creating rollercoasters is fun and easy, but the game lacks depth and diversity. The lack of a themepark to place your creations in is a missed chance, especially because the Demolition mode is quite disappointing.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    SingStar Queen is not a bad game but unfortunately it's not a queen in the franchise. Who wants to play this when most songs were already available in the SingStore? Overall, it's not quite the success we hoped for.
    • 76 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.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    There is one thing this game can be proud of: it works! Your movements are almost always correctly registered. And lets be honest, shouting Kamehameha at your TV and seeing it happening in game is awesome. This game lacks content however. A few fights in the single player is all you have to look forward to. After a couple of hours you are done with it.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Mario Party 9 contains a lot of new mini games and changes the rules of the game completely. The new rules are boring and everything depends on luck. Therefore this is the worst Mario Party title ever.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Farming Simulator 15 is a game which offers quite some depth for people fanatic enough to invest time in it. However, due to it's unbalanced gameplay and disappointing graphics, not many players will muster such enthusiasm.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It might offer some fun with a local friend, but the lack of an online multiplayer will make you forget this title very quickly.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    1, 2, Switch is a party game with a total of 28 different mini games. The game controls are so simple that literally everyone can pick it up and play.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The concept of B.A.S.E. Jumping is great, but not ready in its current state. The game lacks to give you a real adrenaline boost, while B.A.S.E. Jumping will. Skydive: Proximity Flight will also come to Oculus Rift which will obviously give you a more authentic experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Bad Dream Fever isn't for everyone. Sometimes it's not clear what you're supposed to do which means your full attention is required. That isn't hard though, because the story is interesting and you can play through it in a small amount of time.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Miitopia on Switch is a remaster of the 3DS original. Sadly, it still brings the same tedious gameplay with little (need to) interaction during fights. Main eyecatchers are the extensive use of Mii for every role in the game and focus on building relationships between them. The use of these relationships in fights has great potential but isn't able to shine.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    FIFA 22 offers a lot of new elements on next-gen. Gameplay is finally going in a clear direction and provides a clear picture of what to expect from this iteration of FIFA. Even though the gameplay finally seems fine, there are quite a few problems. Career is near unplayable thanks to loads of bugs and glitches, Ultimate Team is still a pay-to-win fest and a lot of modes are clearly less important than cash cow Ultimate Team, which is understandable, but still frustrating.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Gear Club Unlimited tries to be the race game the Nintendo Switch needs and deserves, but fails. The racing aspect is good for on the go gaming, but the brakes don't really work and if you've seen three or four environments, you've seen them all.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Jackal Assault could be a different Call of Duty game with a lot of possibilities. The game is way too short, but the controls are good as is the gameplay.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Although Frogger: Hyper Arcade Edition delivers a very complete package, it doesn't do anything new or special. The gamemodes feel almost the same and thanks to that, only the real Frogger fans will be excited by this downloadable game.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Backbone did a good job by implementing gameplay that is obviously meant for four player co-operation. Never Die Alone is quite challenging, requiring a bit of tactical thinking. The last levels will bore you however, because the game is rather monotonous.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Backbone did a good job by implementing gameplay that is obviously meant for four player co-operation. Never Die Alone is quite challenging, requiring a bit of tactical thinking. The last levels will bore you however, because the game is rather monotonous.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The first moment you play EVE Valkyrie you get this wow-feeling due to the PlayStation VR and surroundings in the game. However the game gets kind of boring after two hours of playing because of the endless repetition of dogfights in space.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The newest part in the Metal Gear franchise is Survive. While the previous Metal Gear games had a hint of stealth and action, survival plays the biggest role in this game. There's plenty of missions and zombies to slay, but they don’t have much variety.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The latest addition to the Atelier series is a pleasant return for long term fans. The game has a good fighting system, but for newcomers the game might be quite difficult. Additionally, the time limit will not please everyone.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Pro Cycling Manager 2016 is a great experience if you are familiar with cycling. Though PCM 2016 graphics are not the best you have seen, the options that come with it are extensive. Therefore perfect for fans, but too much to handle for newcomers.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Spintires is a simulation game in which you drive through Russia with different off-road vehicles. The in-game physics are a blast and are very realistic, but overall Spintires can be kind of boring to some players. You only have one objective to complete, and all the maps look alike. Still, if you just enjoy riding through dirt, this is the game for you.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The Jetstream Sam DLC isn't the best content Platinum Games delivered so far. Playing with Jetstream feels good and offers a different playstyle that is really enjoyable. However, the environments and enemies are practically all copied from the main game. The upgrade system is also gone, which makes this DLC very weak on it's own.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Mario and Sonic are two legendary characters that unfortunately don't always guarantee a good game. There are a lot of mini games to play but the lack of an online multiplayer is annoying. There's only local and download play. It's funny but only kids will be able to enjoy it to the max.
    • 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.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 57 Critic Score
    Heroes of Might and Magic Online wasn't the best one in the franchise, and will probably be the worst. But still the game has a potential, and it's free, so it's worth a try and see if you like it yourself.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 57 Critic Score
    Let's Tap brings you a new control method. Unfortunately the controls don't always work great, which is mostly caused by the enthusiasm of the user. The music stays pretty much the same throughout the whole game and the graphics are pretty boring. If you're looking for a game to keep your little brother or sister happy, then maybe Let's Tap is the right choice for you.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Those who have seen Wanted should certainly play this game, because the story continuous where the movie has stopped. Other shooter fans, better leave this title out. The game is too standard, and not worth 60 euro for only 3 hours of gameplay.
    • 61 Metascore
    • 56 Critic Score
    Those who have seen Wanted should certainly play this game, because the story continuous where the movie has stopped. Other shooter fans, better leave this title out. The game is too standard, and not worth 60 euro for only 3 hours of gameplay.
    • 40 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Prison Break: The Conspiracy shows you in the right way the whole prison and the story of Michael. Unfortunately the graphics scores far below and the gameplay is a little disappointing. These are the factors, the final grade of this game is nearly enough.

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