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
    • 80 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    New Style Boutique 3 is a fun and expansive game where you change the world with the power of fashion. There's so much to do that you'll experience the busy life of a fashionista without knowing that hours have gone by.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The final episode of Legacy of the First Blade is a worthy ending to the DLC. It has an exciting, although short, story and interesting dialogues with other characters. The episode also adds a new ability, but doesn't shake up the gameplay in any way.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Yet another Layton game. This game with new characters like Lady Layton plays exactly like you expect it from a Layton game. It is very humorous, got awesome puzzles and there are a lot of new cases to explore. It just misses an overwhelming story.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    It's the next indie-game with an 80's feel, which is a pity. But, that being said, Towerfall Ascension is a very addictive videogame with a good sense of complexity within. It is the ideal game to play with friends on the couch.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The Sims 3 is perhaps the best console version of a Sims game yet. However, the port is still not as good as the original game on the PC.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The new NHL Threes mode is fun and takes up a lot of time without getting boring. The Training Camp also stands out from similar modes in other games. The graphics and weird behavior of the AI sometimes could have been better, but NFL is still a good game.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    We've spent at least 12 hours in Dungeon of the Endless, and we haven't seen the end yet. And yet we start our quest over and over again, because the tactical gameplay and the element of luck that comes with randomly generated environments makes this game something special.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    A game that borrows heavily from the FF series, Devil May Cry and Stellar Blade, but forgets to keep telling its story. A strong start is followed by what resembles a boss rush full of spectacle but lacks in finesse. Mostly enjoyable, as long as you don't expect a FF contender.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    NBA Live 18 is a pretty good game, but just misses an 'oompf'. The game looks amazing, but besides The One, there aren't any other interesting modes.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This game is suited for both young and old, and offers a lot of great adventures for a very good price. Fun is a guarantee!
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Def Jam Rapstar has a nice tracklist that will keep you entertained for hours to come. No longer will you have to be ashamed when you want to spill some lyrics. Def Jam Rapstar is not the best karaoke game out there, but it sure is one of the most entertaining ones.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Despite some annoyances, Boulder Dash-XL certainly gives you value for your money. With 150 different and completely new caves, you can get many hours of enjoyment for a low price. Boulder Dash-XL takes you back to the class of its predecessors! However, some of the new game modes can be boring and seem unnecessary.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The Crystal Bearers has become a nice Wii game with excellent graphics. With 20 hours of gameplay, the game offers you enough fun, but has some flaws with the camera. Despite this, The Crystal Bearers is a must-have for RPG fans with a Wii.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    About a year after the original release for the PC, console users may now enjoy Vermintide as well. The game is most enjoyable with 3 others, as the bot's AI leaves a lot to be desired. If you are into co-op and like a challenge, this is for you.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pokémon Scarlet & Violet takes the next step for the franchise thanks to the lush open world. Even the new Terastallizing mechanic is great fun, although it is kinda a reskin of an earlier mechanic. Amazing music and some smart design choices make it a game you can't miss. At least, that is what we would've said if the performance wasn't as bad as it is.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    F1 2013 suffers from a problem most sports games have: they lack innovation. There is a new mode - Classic Mode - and there are minor tweaks, but that doesn't hide the fact F1 2013 resembles his predecessors a lot. Despite of that, F1 2013 isn't a bad game. They game looks breathtakingly good sometimes and the gameplay is one of the most rewarding there is.
    • 49 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    This is actually a funny game. Dollars, dollars... it's all about the fun and money!
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    ONRUSH is a unique take on a racing game. The game has an easy-to-play, difficult-to-master gameplay that is fun for everyone. It’s a shame that ONRUSH suffers from a lack of game modes and maps, which unfortunately makes it feel repetitive after a while.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Pokémon Scarlet & Violet takes the next step for the franchise thanks to the lush open world. Even the new Terastallizing mechanic is great fun, although it is kinda a reskin of an earlier mechanic. Amazing music and some smart design choices make it a game you can't miss. At least, that is what we would've said if the performance wasn't as bad as it is.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Def Jam Rapstar has a nice tracklist that will keep you entertained for hours to come. No longer will you have to be ashamed when you want to spill some lyrics. Def Jam Rapstar is not the best karaoke game out there, but it sure is one of the most entertaining ones.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Escape from Butchers Bay is still an excellent title, and it is therefore regrettable that the new game Assault on Dark Athena is not as good as the last Riddick game. Still there is an entertaining section, that makes the total package certainly worth buying.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny brings original PS2 game to modern standards with improved graphics and controls. It doesn't re-invent the game, but instead ensures it's kept alive for future generations. This remaster won't win over many new gamers, but will be welcomed of fans of the series. In a way, this is what Remasters are meant to do: preserve and future-proof what otherwise might have been lost forever.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The gameplay of Journey of a Roach is a bit on the short side, but that's to be expected of an indie title like this one. Sure, you'll finish the game in a few hours. Five, maybe six. But in that short period of time you'll have a blast. And that's why we think Koboldgames and Daedelic deserve a round of applause. We have a saying in Holland: 'klein maar fijn', and that's an accurate description of Journey of a Roach. It's relatively small, but great nonetheless!
    • 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.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Batman: Arkham Origins is definitely flawed, but most of all it is an awesome game. It just does not bring anything new to the table.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Sanctum 2 may not be the most original tower-defense game or even the one with the most depth. But it doesn't change the fact planet LOEK III is still a very appealing planet to visit. Although you're going to have to wield an arsenal of big guns to survive the stronger growing alien hordes that want you dead as soon as possible.
    • 56 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Frustrating and fun, these are the two main words to describe the experience you have with Surgeon Simulator. Now with Surgeon Simulator: Anniversary Edition you have the full Surgeon 'simulation' experience that is currently on offer for PlayStation 4.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Travis Touchdown is back with a brand new adventure called Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes. This top-down viewed hack n' slasher mixes different kinds of game genres into a psychedelic adventure that plays out like a simple classic arcade game.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Episode 1 of the game series did what it had to do. We only want more of this game. Telltale needs to focus there aim towards the narrative aspect of the game. If they do the game will be even better.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Two of the latest Uncharted games were brought to the PS5 (and later PC) with graphical improvements and DualSense support. Playing these games in 4K with HDR is a marvel. Sony has also finally figured out how to easily incorporate progress from the PS4 versions. However, the price structure is a mess and Sony really should sort that out, especially when the competition has made that so easy.

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