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 God of War: Ragnarok
Lowest review score: 10 Darkstar: The Interactive Movie
Score distribution:
3436 game reviews
    • 68 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you're on the lookout for a great flight game, look no further. H.A.W.X. 2 is the best game of its kind and will keep you wannabe pilots busy for weeks to come.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The singleplayer storyline is far from interesting but the awesome gameplay makes up for it. R.U.S.E. brings a fresh breeze into the RTS genre and strategists will have, without a doubt, tons of fun with this game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The singleplayer storyline is far from interesting but the awesome gameplay makes up for it. R.U.S.E. brings a fresh breeze into the RTS genre and strategists will have, without a doubt, tons of fun with this game.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Start the Party! guarantees a fun evening with its 20 mini-games. The singleplayer is boring so be sure to have a lot of friends in the room when you play this one.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Sports Champions is a perfect example of what the Playstation Move is capable of. Just don't expect to find any form of innovation in this game.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a good ice hockey game, NHL 11 is the best game that you're going to find. However, due to lack of improvement, don't buy this game if you already own NHL 10.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a good ice hockey game, NHL 11 is the best game that you're going to find. However, due to lack of improvement, don't buy this game if you already own NHL 10.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions is definitely a lot better then the previous Spider-Man games. However some more innovation would have been nice.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions is definitely a lot better then the previous Spider-Man games. However some more innovation would have been nice.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dead Rising 2: Case Zero has a few errors but none of that matters because the game has a lot of hidden depth to offer. Killing zombies has never been this fun and for only 400 Microsoft Points you can experience a taste of the upcoming game Dead Rising 2.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Nintendo and Team Ninja have created a beautiful Metroid game that digs deeper into the past of Samus. This is without a doubt one of the best Wii games of 2010.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mafia II lets you experience the story of mafia member Vito. Although Mafia II is not perfect, the game was worth waiting for and offers a cinematic touch. Now we wait for extra content, because a real criminal simply can't stop working!
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mafia II lets you experience the story of mafia member Vito. Although Mafia II is not perfect, the game was worth waiting for and offers a cinematic touch. Now we wait for extra content, because a real criminal simply can't stop working!
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    And Yet It Moves is living proof that small developers can create great games. The game is finished after six hours but keeps you asking for much, much more.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Everyone who loves to play adventure games should try this one. It's absolutely a must have for those who like to play cooperative games. For a low price you get a full and exciting Lara Croft title.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days is a good game for those that are tired of the classical shooter games. It's not the best game out there but it will guarantee you a lot of entertainment filled hours.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days is a good game for those that are tired of the classical shooter games. It's not the best game out there but it will guarantee you a lot of entertainment filled hours.
    • 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.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 11 is definitely the best game in the franchise and adds to the formula that only seems to improve every year. GameFlow is a fantastic feature and makes the game accessible for even those who aren't familiar with American Football.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 11 is definitely the best game in the franchise and adds to the formula that only seems to improve every year. GameFlow is a fantastic feature and makes the game accessible for even those who aren't familiar with American Football.
    • 77 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Harmony of Despair is extremely entertaining for fans of platform games and most certainly for fans of the franchise. The gameplay works great although we had our hopes set on a little bit more innovation.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Dive: The Medes Islands Secret let's you swim around in the most beautiful oceans. The game doesn't cost much and that is the only reason why the lack of variety isn't as annoying as it normally should be.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Limbo is without a doubt one of the best Xbox Live Arcade games and can be recommended to everyone. You'll reach the end in about four hours and that's pretty much the only down-point of this unique game.
    • 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    DeathSpank lets gamers experience humorous dialogues, good gameplay and stunning graphics. Be sure to pick it up the next time you visit the PlayStation Store or the Xbox Live Marketplace.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    DeathSpank lets gamers experience humorous dialogues, good gameplay and stunning graphics. Be sure to pick it up the next time you visit the PlayStation Store or the Xbox Live Marketplace.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Crackdown 2 innovates little over it's predecessor but allows the player to have fun for many hours. Stimulate your superpowers, bash some Freak Skulls and clean up the streets of Pacific City in order to become the perfect super-cop!
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This game has a lot to offer but the difficulty is ridiculously high and it will take a while to get used to the game. If you love a challenge, the fair price of 700 Wii Points shouldn't bother you.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ancients of Ooga gives a unique twist to the platform genre but loses a lot of it's magic due to it's repetitive gameplay. The co-op is a let-down but this shouldn't stop platform fans from buying the game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Singularity is better then the average shooter and has a lot of fun to offer. Thanks to a decent singleplayer campaign and a fine multiplayer, you won't regret spending your time on this game.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Singularity is better then the average shooter and has a lot of fun to offer. Thanks to a decent singleplayer campaign and a fine multiplayer, you won't regret spending your time on this game.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    TT Games has created a good game that just clicks like the original LEGO bricks. It's a lighthearted, fun game that will keep you busy for quite some time.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    TT Games has created a good game that just clicks like the original LEGO bricks. It's a lighthearted, fun game that will keep you busy for quite some time.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Sniper: Ghost Warrior starts off very convincing but in a short amount of time all the good things in this game will fade away. You shouldn't even get this game if the store clerk gave you money to take it home.
    • 45 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Q Entertainment has done her very best but unfortunately it failed to deliver a good game. Ninety-Nine Nights II just has too many shortcomings. We would like to add a fourth N to the title. The N for no, don't buy this game.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Successor of the Skies does not perform well when it comes down to graphics and sound. However, the gameplay is simply great and the leaderboards offer great replay value. If Treasure listens to the feedback and changes a few key points, they can surely make a great follow-up of this game.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Naughty Bear had all the ingredients to become a great game but somewhere things went wrong. The game has a great concept but will only keep you amused for about two hours. After that, you'll be hitting yourself on the head for buying this game at full price.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 30 Critic Score
    Naughty Bear had all the ingredients to become a great game but somewhere things went wrong. The game has a great concept but will only keep you amused for about two hours. After that, you'll be hitting yourself on the head for buying this game at full price.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    The new Onslaught mode brings a lot of co-op fun but does not have enough replay value. It's best to save your money for a better expansion pack.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    High Moon studios has delivered a good third-person shooter that uses a lot of recognisable elements from the original 80's cartoon. The game is suitable for everyone, so people that are new to the franchise will have just as much fun as hardcore transformers fans.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    High Moon studios has delivered a good third-person shooter that uses a lot of recognisable elements from the original 80's cartoon. The game is suitable for everyone, so people that are new to the franchise will have just as much fun as hardcore transformers fans.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 69 Critic Score
    Everything this game needs is there, all the teams and drivers are complete and even the umbrella girls are included. However, SBK 09 is far too complex, which makes it hard to just start a simple race. But because the game has this much details, it's a awesome game for the motorbike fans.
    • 73 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 is a first class golfing game but lacks innovation and major improvements. EA Tiburon could have done a better job on this one.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 is a first class golfing game but lacks innovation and major improvements. EA Tiburon could have done a better job on this one.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It might be a little bit strange to bring out a Rock Band game that focuses only on Green Day. The game might lack some innovation, but proves that the Rock Band formula still works great.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It might be a little bit strange to bring out a Rock Band game that focuses only on Green Day. The game might lack some innovation, but proves that the Rock Band formula still works great.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    Vacation Isle: Beach Party could have been a great game to keep you busy during the summer but in the end the gameplay turned out to be extremely boring. Instead of buying this game, you should invite some friends and have yourself a real beach party.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The game disappoints on many levels although the story and the characters show plenty of depth. The game isn't great and should not be bought at full price.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    The game disappoints on many levels although the story and the characters show plenty of depth. The game isn't great and should not be bought at full price.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Doom II will let you experience some nostalgic feelings but the gameplay feels extremely outdated and doesn't hold up compared to today's standards.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blur plays like a more serious Mario Kart and will give you plenty of online fun. The singleplayer lacks variety but this shouldn't stop arcade gamers from buying it.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Blur plays like a more serious Mario Kart and will give you plenty of online fun. The singleplayer lacks variety but this shouldn't stop arcade gamers from buying it.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    THQ has made an excellent fighting game that will keep you entertained for hours. Practicing martial arts has rarely been this fun.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    THQ has made an excellent fighting game that will keep you entertained for hours. Practicing martial arts has rarely been this fun.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    ModNation Racers combines the best parts of LittleBigPlanet and Mario Kart and uses them to lift the Play, Create & Share principle to a higher level.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a game that will give you hours of fun and thousands of enemies to shoot, then Söldner-X 2 just might be the thing you want!
    • 50 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The Code Monkeys did her best to deliver a good game. Unfortunately the controls aren't working and the singleplayer will bore you pretty fast. However the multiplayer games are fun to try.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Remedy did an excellent job creating a brand new kind of action thriller. Alan Wake is an awesome game that grabs you by the throat and makes you scream for more.
    • 95 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Red Dead Redemption performs very well on all fronts and has little to no mistakes. This game is a must have for fans of the sandbox genre.
    • 95 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Red Dead Redemption performs very well on all fronts and has little to no mistakes. This game is a must have for fans of the sandbox genre.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Split/Second puts up a good show but doesn't do this for a long time. The coolest features are the Power Plays but even they become repetitive after a short while.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Split/Second puts up a good show but doesn't do this for a long time. The coolest features are the Power Plays but even they become repetitive after a short while.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is not on the same level as the other games within the series. The game looks sloppy but fortunately the acrobatic gameplay feels as good as always.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands is not on the same level as the other games within the series. The game looks sloppy but fortunately the acrobatic gameplay feels as good as always.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shrek Forever After has become an amusing game after all. The game is too short and won't leave much of an impact, causing you to forget about it almost instantly.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Shrek Forever After has become an amusing game after all. The game is too short and won't leave much of an impact, causing you to forget about it almost instantly.
    • 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.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Skate 3 is the best game in the series. Unfortunately, it contains only a few new things compared to the second part.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Skate 3 is the best game in the series. Unfortunately, it contains only a few new things compared to the second part.
    • 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.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    3D Dot Game Heroes was clearly inspired by the good, old Zelda games and does it in a way that would make Miyamoto proud. The game is challenging and has enough variety to stay entertaining until the very end.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dante's Inferno: Trials of St. Lucia ads lots of fun gameplay to the original game and shows us that multiplayer can work in a hack 'n slash title like this.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Dante's Inferno: Trials of St. Lucia ads lots of fun gameplay to the original game and shows us that multiplayer can work in a hack 'n slash title like this.
    • 61 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.
    • 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.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Nier wants too much and therefore fails. The gameplay is not challenging, the graphics are below standard and there is no originality whatsoever. So, just don't buy this game.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 45 Critic Score
    Nier wants too much and therefore fails. The gameplay is not challenging, the graphics are below standard and there is no originality whatsoever. So, just don't buy this game.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Super Street Fighter IV contains good changes in comparison with the previous Street Fighter game. There isn't much innovation, but for only 40 euros this is a must buy in the fighting genre.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Super Street Fighter IV contains good changes in comparison with the previous Street Fighter game. There isn't much innovation, but for only 40 euros this is a must buy in the fighting genre.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa is a great footie game. However it's more an update from the previous FIFA game than a whole new game.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa is a great footie game. However it's more an update from the previous FIFA game than a whole new game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    After Burner Climax is just like a rollercoaster: after a few rides you've gotten your thrill and then you want to try another kind of ride.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    After Burner Climax is just like a rollercoaster: after a few rides you've gotten your thrill and then you want to try another kind of ride.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Tri shows us what the Wii is capable of.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Final Fight: Double Impact is fun for those with nostalgic feelings towards the arcade halls. Otherwise this game will feel boring and outdated.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Final Fight: Double Impact is fun for those with nostalgic feelings towards the arcade halls. Otherwise this game will feel boring and outdated.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Splinter Cell: Conviction is a game that will keep you on the edge of your seat for at least eight hours. The new direction that is chosen is a good one, even though the ride could have lasted a little longer.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The well known exciting movie atmosphere of Heavy Rain is not lacking in this scene either, so it's definitely worth the purchase.
    • 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.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Mega Man 10 is on certain moments a good game, but it drops stitches as well. Furthermore, the bosses aren't all original and the soundtrack is a little bit annoying. Still the game offers enough innovation to keep you busy for hours.
    • 42 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.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Just Cause 2 gives you a quick story, one that certainly is not short. You'll fly with high speed through the different beautiful areas and varying landscapes. So Just Cause 2 is absolutely a must have!
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Just Cause 2 gives you a quick story, one that certainly is not short. You'll fly with high speed through the different beautiful areas and varying landscapes. So Just Cause 2 is absolutely a must have!
    • 80 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Red Steel 2 let's you experience some cool and intense swordfights and battles. The game lacks of variety, so long play sessions are not recommended. However, Red Steel 2 is a must have for hardcore Wii gamers.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Because of the bad gameplay and graphics is How To Train Your Dragon not a special game. It's a better idea to spend your money on a ticket to see the movie version in a cinema.

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