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
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The amount of content you'll get in Mercury Hg for only 400 Microsoft Points, is very good. The puzzles are pretty fun but the soundtrack ruins most of the gameplay experience.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fire Emblem Warriors has enough content for at least twenty hours. When you have a knack for defeating as much enemies as possible, this is the ideal game. Although the game focuses mainly on fighting, it introduces some kind of strategy.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Rock of Ages is a bizarre and unique game that mixes the strategy of a tower defence game with the balance and craziness of a Super Monkey Ball game. The result is great but the often slow camera movements and mediocre graphics might put you off.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Cubemen is a simplistic tower defense game with a unique style that is best to be enjoyed offline. There are a lot of different game modes to enjoy and the AI is pretty good. Things tend to get a bit too simplistic however as all of the levels basically look the same and you can't upgrade any of your units. The multiplay can get frustrating as well, as people just tend to spam the cheapest units available.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A nostaglic Pac-Man remake that adds modern graphics, new quality of life elements, while keeping the humor and gameplay of the original alive.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Hamilton's Great Adventure doesn't do itself any favors by having a barely noticeable presentation. Lying past that however, is a fun puzzle game with plenty of well designed levels. Beware of some trial and error and lack of variation, though.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    They newest edition of FIFA is certainly a nice soccer game to play. However, it is not really necessary if you already bought FIFA 14. Nevertheless, FIFA World Cup Brazil is on its best: smooth gameplay and plenty of content to entertain you.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Animals take over as humanity bites the dust. Survival of the fittest is the only rule and it works perfectly in Tokyo Jungle. The gameplay however is too simple at times and can get a bit superficial. Without a proper finishing touch this game does not make it past the average level.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Sparc is an action-packed VR title that sadly lacks in some departments. While the gameplay itself works well, there is a lack of variety and content. There is no singleplayer and you only got three modes to work with.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Without any doubt, Shadow Warrior, is a great reimagining of the old classic. The game is brutal in many ways, with one-liners reminding us of Duke Nukem. It’s a bit repetitive and some variation wouldn’t kill the mood. Overall it is a good game with a lot of blood and a great fighting system. In the words of Wang: it’s wangtastic!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls Online is a fantastic game which offers hundreds of hours of gameplay. The world looks impressive, but when playing alone, other players spoil a lot for you. Despite the hiccups the game has, this is a must have in your collection.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    Arma III is a disgrace for the gaming world. It feels like it’s rushed to the market and still in the alpha phase of developing. Bohemia Interactive will have to release a buck load of patches to make this game work properly. This is unfortunate as they could have spent that time trying to deliver a good game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Tumble is absolutely worth the small amount of ten bucks. This unique title uses a very simple principle and developer Supermassive Games clearly knows how to make a great Move-game.
    • 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.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    LEGO 2K Drive is a really fun expierence for younger, but also older LEGO fans. The games has many incredible things to offer. For example, there are many really enjoyable challenges to find in the open world, and it's incredibly cool to build your own racecar with LEGO bricks. The story is a bit unoriginal and the game has microtransactions, what we could expect from a game made by 2K. Nevertheless, everyone who enjoys LEGO or arcade-racers, should give this game a shot!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Famicom Detective Club bundles two games for 60 euros. The fact that these are old games meant only for the Asian market is clearly visible. The dialogues are in Japanese and the games are clearly polished in various aspects. Still, if you like a good story or two and feel the connection with your inner detective (and have a lot of time on your hands) these games scream for you. The writing of Metroid creator Yoshio Sakamoto only justifies the price even more.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A decent RPG that looks like Minecraft and sports characters from Minecraft but otherwise has nothing in common with the well-known miner and builder namesake. As an RPG it is very accessible with several ways to influence the difficulty but feels very light on content and character customization. Best for those that are looking for an introduction into the genre or just for some light entertainment.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Neverwinter is a disappointing MMO. There isn’t a lot of freedom for players to roam and it doesn’t re-imagine itself in the open world genre. For a free-to-play game it offers too little.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Master of Orion is very similar to its original game from 1993. The remake looks and sounds stunning but besides the new look, Master of Orion is too simple and lacks innovation. Fans of the game will most likely love the remake, but those who love the sci-fi genre won’t find this game refreshing or new.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Doritos has provided Xbox Live users with a free and very entertaining racing game that will keep you coming back for more, due to the tons of challenges.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    AirBuccaneers is an interesting concept that gives the term co-op an entire new definition. Sadly, the servers are sparsely populated which in return doesn't ensure very well-balanced teams.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    The Sherlock Holmes franchise is trying to reach more people, and maybe with this game it will. The game however lacks a real challenge now. The game is a real detective game, but doesn't really convince.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    One piece Odyssey celebrates 25 years of the anime by providing a game with gameplay that is at times just as old. The turnbased fights have some interesting new elements, but outside the fights a lot feels oldfashioned. Quests lack a sense of progress, no fast travel during quests and the use of savepoints make this game feel like it hasn't progressed beyond a few decades ago. Fortunately, the anime itself is brilliant and makes you eager to go watch it right after you close the game.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Super Mario Maker 3DS is the most complete Mario experience ever made on a handheld. The level editor is just as simple as last year. Unfortunately there is no way to upload your own levels on a online network, but overall this is a decent Mario title.
    • 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.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you are looking for a simple yet highly entertaining game which you can enjoy while relaxing, Mini Ninjas is definitely something for you.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Even though a membership card at your local gym is still the best solution to a healthier life, Your Shape: Fitness Evolved turns out to be a very good alternative that will help you get into better shape and improve your condition.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 77 Critic Score
    Co-op at its best. Army of Two: The 40th Day is great co-op game. Unfortunately, the game fails at other aspects, therefore it hasn’t become an absolute must-have title.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    With stunning visuals and some intense shoot outs with the Helghast, Killzone: Shadow Fall delivers on of the best experiences for first-person shooters on the PlayStation 4. However, with some boring sequences and certain strange gimmicks – the Owl – it fails to be the best first-person shooter. A good launch game for Sony’s next-gen console, but certainly not the best.

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