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
    • 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.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Capcom Arcade Stadium is a really cool collection of games from the past. All of the games can be played together with friends. There really is only one downside and that's the fact you can't play together online.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Age of Wonders III turned out to be a very accessible game that is filled with tons of content. Its beautiful fantasy world will keep you busy for hours.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bakugan: Champions of Vestoria is a more than decent brawler that brings some interesting new ideas and mechanics to the brawls. Having your Brawler run around the battlefield chasing energy pads is a clever way to activate the player during battles. While the Story Mode tells a decent story, it isn't challenging enough to force you to use every possibility and variation available.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Bravely Default II returns to what gamers loved about the first installment while using the better hardware to upgrade the graphics. The return of the Brave/Default system, a wide variety of jobs, and the many interesting, outspoken characters are offset by quite a difficulty spike in story-related fights which too often require extensive grinding.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This army-themed game runs very smoothly. It is easy to quickly start and end a game, although the controls are something to get used to. It is advisable to give this game a chance, because there is more to it than the funny animation style and sepia colors. For example, a very pleasant system for leveling up, which is typically Vlambeer.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    When you are a true gameplay fetishist, The Wonderful 101 is simply a game you cannot skip. It manages to make you love gaming even more than you already do.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Enemy Within is a perfect Firaxis expansion. It still has that great tactical atmosphere from Enemy Unknown, with some fresh new additions. There are a few cons – visual imperfections- but fans of the first hour will have hours of fun with this title.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Sébastien Loeb Rally Evo tells the story of an absolute legend. Playing the game, you'll find it hard to get bored with lots of content. May not be as good as the competition, it's definitely getting close.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A solid remaster with improved graphics and mostly great gameplay. The controls aren't always mapped handily, but the gameplay remains solid. The many references to the original Pac-Man are great, but the frequent need to backtrack is not. The levels are well designed while the bosses have a lot of variety. The game isn't very long, thich means it doesn't overstay it's welcome.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Hangar 13 didn't reinvent the wheel with Mafia: The Old Country. Instead it goes back to the roots of the franchise and of the mafia, with a cinematic adventure in Sicily. The story and gameplay all feel familiar, but the execution is strong, partly due to the strong cast and memorable characters. The game does suffer from some glitches, but that doesn't ruin the fun. The Old Country feels like an 11-hour long mobster movie, with excellent pacing.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The fourth episode of Telltale's Batman story jumps right into the action. It introduces new characters and we get to fight in Arkham Asylum. All of this gets held back by limited controls though.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    By adding just a third-person perspective, SMITE entirely changes the way we play MOBA. As a player you're feeling more in control over your character, which results in a more intense and better multiplayer experience.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    For the RTS-fans with a PlayStation 3, Red Alert 3 is certainly worth a try. After some practise you will find out that the keyboard and mouse are not necessary anymore , and you can enjoy a fantastic RTS-game.
    • 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.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Oreshika: Tainted Bloodlines is a fun and deep JRPG with loads and loads of content. Add to that fantastic music and graphics, a cool setting and over a hundred hours of gameplay. If only the story was a little more interesting.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With its stunning visuals, huge amount of content and challenging, turn-based combat, Chaos Rings III is definitely one of the best mobile games around at this moment.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Remember Me is a daring new action-adventurer by developer Dontnod Entertainment. The adventure of protagonist Nilin looks fresh and plays like a charm. A definite must-buy for fans of games of its sort.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Awakening brings us 3 great multiplayer maps, and one mediocre one, but does deliver the greatest zombies experience to date, making it a must have expansion for every Call of Duty player.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A game that is not as innovative as you would hope. It is very old school. Nevertheless, this is a real horror-game and we can guarantee that you will freak out. It may be old school, but it is still a very good game that will blow you away.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mario VS Donkey is back on the Switch after it's initial release on the GameBoy Advance in 2004. With revamped graphics and improved soundtrack it also has local co-op, new unlockable time attack game mode, difficulty selection and three unlockable worlds. There's much more under the hood than just the initial "simple paint job" visible when you start up the game.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Call of Cthulhu is an interesting retelling of H.P. Lovecrafts famous story. The game mixes aspects of detective- and horror games and does it well. Fear plays an extra factor as well throughout the story. The fun only gets spoiled by some small mistakes.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    You will definitely enjoy Crash Bandicoot. There are 3 games to play and you will like them even if you haven't played the original games. There are a lot of different ways to play the game, and there is a lot of humor.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is a difficult game and therefore suited for a small audience. The learning curve is quite steep and the game expects you to have played the first game. A game for the die-hard fans and alike but not for the casual console game.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a magical co-op puzzlegame, then this is the game for you. This is the most beautiful and the longest entry in the series yet. There are new skills and lots of puzzels to enjoy. Whilst the battles are not so impressive, this is still a game you must have played.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Graphically there is little to criticize about MH Stories 2. The game looks well cared for and runs smoothly, except for the loading between battles and the game world. All in all, Monster Hunter 2 is a great gaming experience with a lot of variety and depth for those who need it. Gotta collect them all!
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    With Far Cry Primal, Ubisoft delivers an open world game that feels both thrilling and exciting at the same time. Taming beasts is awesome, but sadly the story is not. Still, the game feels like a solid new entry in the franchise.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    An enjoyable experience with a nice story, but the horror-aspect is a bit lacking. The ambience makes up for a lot of small inconveniences, resulting in a worthwhile game for those who are looking for a somewhat spooky experience.

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