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
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Ni No Kuni 2 Revenant Kingdom isn't as good as the original, but it's still an extraordinary RPG with beautiful visuals and a heartbreaking story about a boy who wants a world without war.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    After 30 years the game proves to be relevant still. Of course with a few tweaks like better graphics and a completely overhauled menu to make the game feel more inviting and balanced. There even is a new gameplay element added to it! It is not the perfect remake, but one you should try.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled Review is a fast paced racer and a great remaster. There is a lot of content next to the somewhat short campaign. Also online racing is added. The game is huge and comes racing around the corner with a lot of fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Codemaster’s F1 2018 is a great racing game. If you love the sport and aren’t afraid of the simulation genre, this is a definite must-have. With all-new features in career, more realistic car behaviour and graphics, improved AI and lots more, this is not just a lazy sequel but so much more.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This product is amazing. For a low price you will receive so many good games. A big shoutout to Kingdom Hearts 2, because the Drive Forms make this the best game in the package. Play this to prepare yourself for Kingdom Hearts 3.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition brings Vergil to the party. The new character gets his own share in the game and you get to complete the whole story as the katana wielding demonslayer. It brings a whole new dimension to this already cool game. Next to that the game has various next-gen upgrades like ray tracing and a higher framerate. You'll have to choose which one you want to activate, so a full nxt-gen experience is out of the question. Still, a worthy upgrade to a brutal game.
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Persona 4 Arena Ultimax is a big improvement to its predecessor and so far one of the most beautiful 2D-fighters ever released. The somewhat boring dialogues doesn't change the fact that Ultimax is a challenging and exciting fighting game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    This is how you celebrate an anniversary. Rare replay contains more than 700 hours of gameplay, thanks to 30 games. They're all of great quality and contains some great extra features. This collection alone is reason enough to buy an Xbox One.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Whilst nog being the most revolutionary entry in the series, Hitman 3 truly does deliver the best the new trilogy has to offer. With six stunning and diverse locations, plenty of opportunities to kill and all the finetuning, Hitman feels better than ever before. There are some minor technical flaws and bugs, but overall Hitman 3 is a worthy ending of this modern Hitman-era.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    OlliOlli World is an amazing skateboarding experience through a Cartoon Network like world. Almost every aspect of this game is enjoyable, except of the dialogues and the not so interesting story.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor plays heavenly thanks not only to the stolen gameplay system but the interesting never-before-seen Nemesis system. The story will certainly please fans of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings thanks to the interquel nature of the story. It’s just a shame that the characters from the original Tolkien novels that make an appearance are sorely underused and therefore pointless. Furthermore, the two maps are fairly small, and certainly so when compared to other games with an open world design.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon add some great things to Alola. The games are bigger, longer and better than Sun and Moon.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bringing this game as a stand alone to the Switch was a brilliant idea. It feels like a whole new game because of the way Specter of Torment plays, but offers the same great style and gameplay Shovel Knight did.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes has become a pretty decent game. There is so much to do that this might as well be a full retail game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 73 Critic Score
    Multi-tasking is of great importance in PES 2009, so the game requires some training and time before you get the grip of it. Once you master the controls, the many game modes will offer soccer fans a lot of fun.
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    FIFA 17 is the best next-gen soccer game to date. That's partly because of the new Engine, which performs absolute miracles.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    F1 2010 is a racing game that includes the entire Formula 1 license. It knows how to deliver the complete experience of Formula 1 and is without doubt the best of its kind.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Sound Shapes offers an ingenious synergy between sound and level design. This results in a great audio-visual experience, although a short one. The level editor luckily prolongs its life, offering a simple and deep way to release your creativity.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Gears 5 offers up an amazing campaign that isn't afraid to take risks, while staying true to its core. The new Escape mode is great, just like the additions to the iconic Horde mode. It's a shame the game suffers from many technical problems.
    • 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!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hitman is back, and this time more complete than ever before. With all the new content bundled with the core game, players get more action served. Sadly most technical flaws still remain, but overall the package succeeds.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Resident Evil 5 is a beautiful game with a super good co-op. The singleplayer is not as good as other games in the franchise and the real fans will miss the survival horror, which has been replaced by a lot of action.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    God of War: Origins Collection is a bit disappointing because it has no extra content and no astonishing graphics. But what really matters: the gameplay is very badass We love it!
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Despite some annoying bugs, especially in the campaign, Battlefield 3 offers some amazing gameplay. A breathtaking singleplayer campaign alongside an epic multiplayer experience makes Battlefield 3 a must-buy.
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter Tri shows us what the Wii is capable of.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Outland is a unique platform game. The gameplay can be really hard but manages to find a good balance between difficult and nearly impossible. It has a great visual style which adds up to the fun.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bayonetta is a sexy and interesting game. If you already played the Wii U-version, then the Switch version will not give you anything new. But if you have not played this version, try the Switch version for an interesting experience you will not see often.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This edition of Rayman Legends offers almost everything the previous versions offered. And for fourty bucks this is a lot. The game looks fantastic and feels everything but old or obsolete. This is simply a must have for Switch owners.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Gears of War 4 delivers a familiar gameplay experience, while still feeling fresh and new. Although the campaign has its flaws, the story stays interesting. Together with the new and improved Horde mode and multiplayer, Gears of War 4 is a blast to play.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Halo 5 Guardians is a great new installment in this massive series. The game mixes old and new elements resulting in an awesome gaming experience. However, the lack of couch co-op makes it less fun, and our iconic hero Master Chief seems to be a background character.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The Ios version of GTA: San Andreas is a good one, but it’s not something new we haven’t seen already. If you have the choice to pick between this version and a PC or console version, pick the latter.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    For new players, Super Street Fighter IV - Arcade Edition is a great game to enter the world of Street Fighter. The casual gamer won't find much fun in this new arcade edition but the fighting fans will have the time of their life!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat XL offers the complete package. All the costumes, characters and stages in one deal. Graphically the game hasn't changed, but with all this content there is a whole lot to do!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It's simple: F1 2017 is the best Formula 1 game ever made. Although the visuals definitely need some improvement, this is the best F1 experience you can get.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The game needs some patches, but overall the game is fantastic, amazing even. Managing your own football team has never worked this good before, making Football Manager 2012 a must have for every football freak out there.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings the third party to next-gen and a party it is. Take on the story of Eivor and travel to Brittania to conquer the land piece by piece. The game looks amazing and contains new RPG-elements like building your settlement, pillaging, and a huge new skill tree to strengthen yourself. The story is compelling at that, but the action pushes the assassination to the background. The game suffers from a few minor bugs, but nothing too serious. This is simply a must-play from day one.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Switch version of Skyrim allows for tons of hours of entertainment while on the move. With graphics that don't look too bad, even after all those years, it really shows the power of the Switch. Definitely one of the best Switch suggestions.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This is the best Wii U launch title. Trine 2 contains a lot of fun and is a must buy title. Simple as that. It's just magical.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Zen Studios has adapted the series and put it inside two pinball machines. They are very entertaining but very chaotic at times. Especially the sounds are chaotic and annoy easily. Worth buying.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Shadow Gambit offers a lot to be happy about. Elaborate levels with lots of possibilities to sculpt your own solution, and wildly different characters to do it with. The game has many quality of life improvements missing from earlier real-time tactical sneak-em up games. This, combined with a very decent price point makes this one of the best starters of a very busy autumn season.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This game is an absolute must have for every rock and Guitar Hero fan.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This game offers a nice variation but the hack and slash part will bore you pretty soon. However you can have a few hours of fun with this game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    DiRT Rally 2.0 is an unforgivingly hard game, only for those brave enough to try and tackle the challenges that rally driving offer. If that's what you like, the game has much in store.
    • 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
    • 85 Critic Score
    Episode 2 is in every way just as good as the pilot episode. Once again you can enjoy gruesome action and a zombie filled campaign.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you haven't played the original version this is the game for you. It looks pretty and colorful even though some elements are a bit outdated.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rise of the Tomb Kings adds another worthwhile experience to the Total War Warhammer series. The gameplay of the DLC is well balanced in terms of features and units, although the add-on works better during Mortal Empires than the Great Vortex campaign.
    • 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!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    For only 13 euros this is a really cool experience. If you want a great multiplayer shooter, then you should definitely buy this game!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    Codemasters puts you yet again behind the wheel of a great game. There are a lot of extra options that give F1 2011 some extra depth, making this one of the best racing games of the year. Some people might however have a lot of trouble with the high difficulty of the AI.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Axiom Verge is so much more than a retro throwback to the days of Metroid. It builds on this formula and adds new ways to play these games with clever guns and game mechanics.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The second episode of Burial At Sea brings a fitting end to the BioShock Infinite storyline while introducing some new gameplay elements. Sneaking around as Elizabeth gives Rapture a new creepy atmosphere and it fits the character very well. We couldn't have asked more for our (probably) last trip to Rapture.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    With Wealth of Nations, Paradox continues her trend of bringing strong DLC's for its games. WoN enhances the trade mechanics in the game which gives Europa Universalis a new dimension.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Football Manager 2020 plays like a charm thanks to some welcome additions. Thanks to these new features you have much more control over how you can become the best manager possible and it'll keep us playing for many weeks to come.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat goes back to its roots, making it even better than past Mortal Kombat games. There is so much content and there are so many improvements that this title is the best fighting game you'll find in stores right now.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a stand alone. Nathan Drake is out of the picture, but the new adventure with Chloe en Nadine is nice! It has some typical Uncharted elements in it and you will enjoy it. However, we miss Drake.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    SoulCalibur is back, and with a victory it is! With an enormous amount of story content and background information, you're set to enjoy the solo playing as much as the multiplayer. This is the fighting game you wished SoulCalibur 5 would have been.
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    This add-on for the already great Snipperclips makes the game even better for a mild price. There is a ton of new content and the game is playable by four players at once now. This makes Snipperclips almost like the ultimate party game on the Switch.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Resident Evil Village is a deliciously gruesome game. Ethan Winters gets it again and once more has to go through hell to save his family. This time no crazy family, but a bigger setting that gives you more freedom. Although the game is somewhat linear initially, the level of horror continues to rise but this time combined with more puzzles and exploring. The enemies are terrifying and next to that survival is truly back with the RE4-inventory system.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    DJ Hero brings you a complete new experience which will be loved by every music fan.
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Faster Than Light is a very nice indie game. You are the commander of a spaceship and you have to carry vital data to the defenses of the space federation.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fallout: New Vegas has a good storyline and adds a lot of side-quests that keeps you going. It's great to explore the world and we can't wait for the first downloadable content.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles X is a worthy opponent for The Witcher 3, when it comes to the title of RPG of the year. This game radiates love, ambition and passion. The world is beautiful, the combat system is challenging enough and there's so much to explore.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Resogun may be a free game for the PlayStation 4, it doesn’t make it a bad game. Resogun is a superb game, where you’ll playing and shooting through a lot of psychedelic levels and will keep playing, until you’ll put it away for a while. And in a year or so, you’ll pick it up again.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    Need for Speed Shift doesn’t only provide a great shift within the NFS-franchise. In fact, the game is also an extremely good racing game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Saints Row: The Third goes back to the roots of gaming. It is pure fun and doesn't take itself too serious. If you want a cool game that does not involve complex storylines, then Saints Row: The Third is a must have.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    Gran Turismo 5 is an extremely realistic racing game that has a lot of options. Polyphony Digital made us wait a very long time, but it was definitely worth it!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Those who already played Bravely Default on the 3DS back in the day won’t miss out on much by skipping this remaster, but for those who haven’t been on an adventure in Luxendarc yet, Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster is with its graphic, technical and quality of life improvements and lack of microtransactions the best version of the game. The minigames make clever use of the Joy-Cons’ mouse mode and besides the useful rewards they give, they’re also fun to play.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon add some great things to Alola. The games are bigger, longer and better than Sun and Moon.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Darksiders II takes all the good elements of the first game and adds some new ones. Examples of them are receiving loot and RPG-elements. Together with all the other borrowed ideas of other games, Darksiders II has become a very interesting game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    Are you looking for a good game which you can play online as well as offline? And do you like shooters with RPG-elements? Then Borderlands is definitely your game to buy!
    • 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.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Life is Strange: True Colors is another good installment in the series. However, there are some flaws. The setting is far too small and you will find yourself visiting the same locations time after time. Next to that, there are some flaws in the story. Although the writing is good, the game loses focus once in a while and lets you LARP instead of looking for clues. Overall it's just a good popcorn game, but not more than that.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A solid new title in the Bit.Trip series. The game feels and plays like a Bit.Trip game, despite the new graphical style. In short: Bit..Trip Presents... Runner 2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien is a great title if you have a lot of patience. If you don't have a lot of patience, it is better to skip this game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The best possible way to bring m=Minecraft to a handheld device. There are some technical limitations, but the possibility to play the game everywhere you want with solid controls makes this one of the best versions of Minecraft available today.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Everyone with a Wii U should buy this good platform title. It's a 2D Mario adventure in high definition. But the game doesn't use the GamePad in a good and innovative way.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Frozenbyte once again brings us a magical cooperative adventure. Trine 2 is a combination of puzzling and action. Thanks to the beautiful graphics en the multiplayer mode, this game is a must-have if you love puzzeling or a cooperative adventure!
    • 84 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    UFC 2009 Undisputed has become a really awesome game. It's possible that you have some problems with the controls in the beginning, but eventually you will get the grip of it. Fans of the UFC will love this game and immediately recognize their favourite fighter. People that don’t know the UFC but love fighting games, will also enjoy Undisputed.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This tower defense game is an addictive one. The HD-graphics are nice, but may not really be necessary in this cartoony style. The tutorial is very clear, the powerups are very simpel but work out great and Pixeljunk Monsters Ultimate HD is in one word a very worthwhile download on the PS Vita.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hitman episode two is even better than the first one. Sapienza gives you more room and toys to play with, which results in a satisfying playing experience. There are a few hiccups here and there, but overall this is a strong second adventure.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BioShock The Collection combines the three 2K Games for a reasonable price. On top of that, the games are polished and upgraded to the standards of today. And that makes the games feel like new.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes has become a pretty decent game. There is so much to do that this might as well be a full retail game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The fantastic music blends in perfectly with the beautiful graphics, making Child of Eden a very hypnotic experience at times. Kinect registers everything smoothly and people that have Kinect in their homes should be forced to buy this game! Child of Eden's campaign only lasts for an hour and a half but you'll play every level over and over again.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The first season of Hitman has become a rather stuffed one, but in a good way. With all the content put together, you get a game that is filled with diverse locations, and plenty to do. With only some minor flaws, Hitman is a must-have within the genre.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Behind the amazing art style of Leo's Fortune, there is a surprisingly fun hidden platformer that controls amazingly well on a touch device. The game never gets really hard, but gives you enough challenge to keep you hooked for hours.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    This game is not as good as perhaps expected. Level design is poor, the main character is not very interesting and the Metroidvania-way of exploring is maybe too difficult. However, the game gets a bit better in the end.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    FIFA 18 perfectly combines amazing graphics with the new motion technology to create an immersive realistic gameplay. EA Sports did a good job with mastering the Frostbite engine.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Vanquish is a surprisingly good game. The gameplay is simply great and so it is a shame that the game can be finished in such a short amount of time. We certainly recommend this title if you are looking for a unique and very cool shooter.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Vanquish is a surprisingly good game. The gameplay is simply great and so it is a shame that the game can be finished in such a short amount of time. We certainly recommend this title if you are looking for a unique and very cool shooter.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Super Mario RPG is a strong remake from Nintendo thanks to the updated graphics, music and animations. It shows that the 1996-game is a timeless classic due to it's great story and memorable cast of characters.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Shin Megami Tensei IV Apocalypse offers great gameplay in a cool setting. Unfortunately these good points get outweighed by the awful graphics and other incompetencies in the game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    F1 2010 is a racing game that includes the entire Formula 1 license. It knows how to deliver the complete experience of Formula 1 and is without doubt the best of its kind.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    EA Sports raises the bar again with NHL 13. Gamers who are looking for a marvelous game of ice hockey, and much more, don't have to look further. NHL 13 is the best you can get at the moment.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Final Fantasy X and X-2 are looking better than ever in this HD Remaster. There are some signs of aging though, especially in the background and the animations. Still this game is worth buying if you see what you get for a small price.

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