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
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Warlords of Draenor brings you back to the roots of World of Warcraft. And it feels good. Draenor looks good and brings a cool new storyline, with lots of new content and of course garrisons. It's too bad the game isn't very challenging and didn't add a new race.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    After years of absence, Halo is back. And how. With a thrilling campaign, 343 Industries captures that feeling of old-school Halo, whilst adding to the formula. The new open-world structure is a lighter version of what we know from the genre, but the addicting gameplay makes the whole experience feel truly remarkable. And that feeling extends to the multiplayer. There are some technical points that do need some refinement, but overall Halo Infinite is a solid new entry in the iconic franchise.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 84 Critic Score
    PixelJunk Shooter is the fourth good PixelJunk game in a row. Playing this game is a pleasure for all senses and therefore it's a shame that the game is so short. Developer Q-Games throws a bull's eye with this PlayStation Network title.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Okami HD looks great and is a one of a kind game. If you like the Japanese art and love to puzzle a little bit, this is the game for you.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition is a true joy to play, in no small part thanks to quality of life improvements in the UI, and gameplay tweaks that streamline the experience significantly. Add to that the new story content that clears up several loose ends of the original and you have a certified must-play for fans and newcomers alike.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Bayonetta has become a very good game which offers plenty of diversity. Everything looks good and the game contains a fine dose of humor. Put this game on the list of Kratos and Dante. This game is a must have for everyone!
    • 87 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Ratchet & Clank trilogy are wound up with dignity with A Crack in Time. This is the best platform shooter you can wish for at the moment, all because of the new features.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    We still think NBA 2K is the best sports franchise around. That being said, Lebron’s Path to Greatness never really impresses. It just didn’t captivate us as much as for instance the MJ game mode of 2011. NBA 2K14 is a great game, sure. But one without a unique selling point. It’s a dunk, just not a slam dunk.
    • 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
    • 90 Critic Score
    The Nathan Drake Collection is the best HD remake from 2015. Anyone who has got a PS4 and likes adventure should run to their nearest game store and buy this game. It's definitely worth your money.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fall of the Samurai is one of the best expansion packs that we've seen in a long time. The huge amount of new troops, technologies en agents make sure that you'll never get bored with the campaign. There are a lot of new strategic options to discover in both singleplayer and multiplayer.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The best baseball management game around. If you're into the sport, you just have to buy this game. If you're not, still buy it. The ball is in your court now.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fight Night Round 4 is absolutely the best boxing title on the market right now. The controls work perfectly and it all just looks really nice. Buy this game and get ready for some punches in the ring.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    UFC Undisputed 3 is easily the best game in the franchise. It's suitable for beginners as well as UFC veterans. Despite a few flaws it's still a must buy for fans of the sport.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Cuphead is a must have for hardcore gamers who love cartoons. It looks like Popeye or Mickey Mouse from the '30s, but don’t let it fool you: the game is very hard. It's a pity that you can't finish the game on easy though, but still you should pick it up.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Velocity 2X is absolutely worth playing. This game offers the lovely combination of platforming, space shooting and puzzling. There are a few flaws, but for the price that this game costs, we won’t even mention them.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Pillars of Eternity Complete Edition is a big surprise on Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Somehow the developer succeeds in the way the game is played on a controller. And that is a huge compliment.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Disco Elysium is wonderfully strange and absurd, but uses this weirdness to discuss very real topics. The new voice acting from the Final Cut is a great addition that really fills the world with character and gives you an idea of the multicultural space. Apart from a bug here and there and slightly wonky controls, there is very little wrong with the game.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 94 Critic Score
    Diablo IV is an exceptional return to form for Blizzard, who deliver a great product for die-hard fans and newcomers alike. From a great story to exploring a fabolous open world to slaughtering demons while getting through a dungeon, Diablo IV offers you everything that you could ever want from a Diablo title. Going on an adventure hasn't been this fun for a long time and it gets even better when pairing up with some friends.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Jump Start Pet Rescue is an educational game for very young gamers. The game offers enough variation and is therefore a decent title. Parents don't need to hesitate: this is a good game for their son or daughter.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Total War Warhammer is literally one of the best franchise combinations ever made. A huge amount of content, made real by unique gameplay features and a handy user interface, makes it a must-have for every strategy fan.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Sunbreak expansion of Monster Hunter Rise is what fans have come to expect after Iceborne, in a good way. New monsters mean new challenges, and challenges they are indeed. Which have all been masterfully designed. To compensate, players get to craft new gear, but they also get some new moves to play with. Some are great throwbacks to the Monster Hunter games of yore, while others are a refreshing twist on an existing play styles. If only Capcom would finally work out cross saving.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Criterion Games proved last October that Need for Speed: Most Wanted had some quality race work. But things can always be better. The Wii U version provides all the fun from the original game but in a greater and more complete package.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    This game is an absolute must have for every rock and Guitar Hero fan.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate for 3DS is a great game for people who already know and love the series, but has a steep learning curve for new players. If they invest the time though, there is a deep game here, that is a lot of fun in the co-op-mode.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Dragon Quest Builders 2 is a great time for kids. Adults might be slightly bored by the stale combat, but will be impressed with the amazing building-mechanics. The story is a tad long though, but that's understandable seeing how this is still a JRPG.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    Although Dragon Age: Origins doesn't bring anything new, we dare to say that this is the RPG of this autumn!
    • 86 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    NBA 2K16 is the best basketball game you can get nowadays. With a story by Spike Lee, titled Livin' Da Dream, it is a great sports game. Unfortunately the story isn't as good as promised, but the gameplay is marvelous again.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It is hard to come up with original new IPs in a world of Call of Duty and Halo, but Titanfall really knows how to impress with their huge titans. You have to get used to the Xbox One controls, but the nice surroundings and fun multiplayer gameplay are definitely worth it.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Tomb Raider tells a great story combined with enjoyable gameplay, though the latter slightly diminishes the impact of the former.

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