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For 3,434 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 Elden Ring
Lowest review score: 10 Steel Battalion: Heavy Armor
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,031 out of 3434
  2. Mixed: 1,198 out of 3434
  3. Negative: 205 out of 3434
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    • 65 Critic Score
    Cadence of Hyrule: Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring The Legend of Zelda - DLC 1 Character Pack
    The Cadence of Hyrule Character Pack adds some fun replayability to the game. Especially Freddy is a really cool addition, and Impala is pretty slick as well. On the other hand, Shadow Link and Shadow Zelda are really disappointing. The differences between them and their counterparts are so minor, they're barely noticeable. And Aria is only fun for hardcore players, which doesn't quite suit the people this game was initially aimed at. This pack isn't enough to justify the Season Pass.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    CrossCode
    CrossCode is a fine 2D action-RPG thanks to its challenging combat and excellent puzzles. It music and characters are also great, but the game is lacking in pacing. There are also some annoying bugs that should have been fixed.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Railway Empire: Complete Collection
    Railway Empire is a great game that will keep players entertained for hours on end thanks to the huge amount of content and the way it calms your mind. The AI has some huge problems, however, which can detract from the overall enjoyment.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Huntdown
    Huntdown is a tribute to eighties movies and games. It combines the action from titles as Streets of Rage and movies like The Warriors and Last Action Hero in a side-scrolling shooter, which is best enjoyed in co-op. That way the game really gets to shine and entertain you with all its glory. Shooting hundreds of enemies in four worlds never was so much fun together, even if there are a few things off balance at some moments.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Pokemon Sword / Shield: The Isle of Armor
    Even though the Isle of Armor reintroduces 210 new Pokémon and provides a new and easier way to get certain items and upgrades, it's story is too short and not entertaining to really prove itself worthy. However you are a big Pokémon fan and just want to capture more of them, this DLC will probably to the job for you.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Fallout 76: Wastelanders
    The Fallout 76 Wastelanders update might be the salvation of the game. The free expansion finally adds NPCs to the world and adds a lot of new content. Bethesda also improved the graphics, in particular the lighting system. It's still not technically perfect however and the new additions come with their own problems. Still, the Wastelanders update is a giant leap for Fallout 76.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Catherine: Full Body
    Catherine Full Body throws you into the most puzzling affair you could ever imagine. This action-adventure puzzle games about the ups and downs of relationships captivate from start to finish thanks to its creative story and it's difficult yet fun puzzles. The only downside is that the camera and the controls are a bit slippery in this Switch version.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Marvel's Iron Man VR
    There is just no way around it: Iron Man VR is a disappointment. While it feels great to fly around like Iron Man, the gameplay gets stale very quickly. On top of that, the load times are unbearable, which is a shame because the story is quite enjoyable.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    SHMUP Collection
    Shmup Collection bundles three unique shoot em ups in one collection. The three games are very different from each other but have one thing in common: They make you sweat bullets. Two of the three games are remastered, but one only got ported to the Switch. Next to that two of the games are short. Luckily the unique elements make you come back for more time after time. If your heart beats faster with bullet hell games, this is the collection you want.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Fairy Tail
    Fairy Tail is finally on consoles and PC with a full-fledged RPG. The fanservice in this one is great for everyone. The fights are over the top with all the magic happening everywhere and the world takes you to a lot of different places. Unfortunately, there are not a lot of different enemies and the guild board missions are all similar after a while. Still, the game invites you to explore everything until you reach the spectacular ending and then some.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
    A tactical Warhammer 40K game that is true to its board game origins, offering a deep and intriguing storyline with many possible tactical choices, and where the clock is omnipresent. The game offers a lot of atmosphere, only marred by its current buggy state. If these bugs can be squashed postrelease, the game is a treat for the fans of the tactical genre, although maybe a bit on the easy side.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Paper Mario: The Origami King
    In the end, Paper Mario The Origami King is a fine game, but throughout the years Nintendo has delivered games that are far better. If the game was a bit more challenging it would have gone a long way for the overall enjoyment.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Ghost of Tsushima
    Sucker Punch has the honor of bringing us the last PS4 exclusive with Ghost of Tsushima. The game delivers an immense adventure of more than 30 hours, based on a true war. The battles, the environment, the animation, all look amazing. Still, it misses an original touch in its gameplay. Next to that, the battles tend to be the same once you get the hang of the stances.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    F1 2020
    F1 2020 improves directly on the previous Formula 1 game from Codemasters. With MyTeam the developer has created the most complete career mode so far. The AI is also much more intense to fight in battles on track, which keeps singleplayer races interesting. Furthermore with the casual mode Codemasters have implemented every beginning driver can enjoy the F1 experience.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
    SpongeBob's renewed adventure is the return of an iconic platformer we all once embraced. The game looks good and refers to a lot of hilarious situations from the cartoons. You simply can't help to smile a lot during the game, but the controls are not nearly as good. They are barely touched and feel outdated which makes the game less good than an average patty.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The TakeOver
    The TakeOver gets its inspiration from the grandmaster Streets of Rage and does this well. The fighting is smooth and there are a lot of options to make combos. Next to that, the game has a few original features like guns that add to the variation. Despite the lack of an online co-op mode, this is a game you simply have to play. It is almost unbelievable all this came from the brain of one man!
    • 66 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The Outer Worlds
    The transition of The Outer Worlds to the Switch is a decent one. All the content and dark humor are still there. The gameplay pretty well in handheld mode despite the Joy-Cons aren't particularly well equipped to handle a First Person Shooter. The game suffers from popups and load times, but nothing unbearable. Overall a decent package, especially for those who want to play on the go. If you plan to mostly play docked, you might want to check out one of the other platforms.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath
    Mortal Kombat 11 Aftermath is the biggest update for the game yet. It adds three hours to the already epic storyline and next to that three great characters, Sheeva, Fujin, and RoboCop. Next to the new story and characters, the bloodshed can be varied in new levels with stage fatalities in a more peaceful matter with a friendship. The only real downside to the content is the price.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Minecraft Dungeons
    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.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Desperados III
    Desperados 3 brings a compelling Wild West story telling the origins of John Cooper and his gang. Each mission is brimming with life and atmosphere and offers a real challenge. With up to six characters, each with their own abilities, there are many different styles of play possible. The game is certainly challenging but offers a lot of replayability and value for money.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    The Last of Us Part II
    The Last of Us Part 2 is a stunning achievement in every sense of the word. From the beautiful, detailed world to the nail biting moment to moment gameplay, there is nothing quite like it. With an emotional story to boot and some of the most beautiful environments ever created, Naughty Dog has created another masterpiece.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Disintegration
    Disintegration a great game that tries new things and that should certainly be praised in a world full of sequels. The combination of a first-person shooter and real-time strategy game works well in general and is super cool to play with. Its difficulty is all over the place however, which can be a pain sometimes since the weapons don't have the weight you should be expecting.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Maneater
    Maneater is a fun RPG that sadly manages to have a lot of the same gameplay. The RPG elements of the game work well, but there is too little story and the game would be a lot better with story missions. However, eating things as a shark is fun and the open world is beautiful. There is definitely some sensation to get out of this title.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Trials of Mana
    Trials of Mana brings the old SNES version of the game to the modern age, but fails to take full advantage of modern possibilities. Graphics have improved but still have odd choices like stiff garments. The balance between very easy random enemies and very tough (mini)bosses is off, requiring more grinding than we want in a modern game. All in all, Trials of Mana fails to fully deliver where its big competitor (FF7) does.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls Online: Greymoor
    Elder Scrolls Online Greymoor is the next chapter in the impressive MMO. The new story is dark, which is strengthened by the cold province of Skyrim and the impressive Dwemer kingdom of Blackreach. It might not feature a new class or skill line, but the new Vampire skill line and the Antiquities system make it worth your while. Add the challenging harrowstorms, new dungeons and the Trial and it's a strong package that we can highly recommend to every ESO player.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics
    The games are diverse and the package offers both well-known games and surprises. The design and accessibility are fine as well. With this package it is no longer necessary to drag the whole game box with you on Holiday. Instead, bring your Switch.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
    Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition is an amazing game thanks to its fantastic battle system, brilliant story and loveable cast of characters. While the graphics have been upgraded, they still aren't that great in comparison to the other consoles. As a Switch exclusive it is, however, one of the essential JRPG's to play.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Saints Row: The Third Remastered
    Saints Row The Third Remastered offers the same as its original game but with a new virtual paint job. This, however, does not mask the problems the original game had, which is definitely a shame and holds back the game in multiple ways. Where the game is not held back is in the department of fun and humour, as is known from the Saints Row franchise. The game truly comes to its right as a co-op game but is still enjoyable as singleplayer.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Drug Dealer Simulator
    A refreshing take on the sim-genre which doesn't take itself too seriously and doesn't think you should either. Some core-elements get repetitive quite fast, but for a quite cheap game it offers plenty of hilarious moments and original gameplay.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Vampire: The Masquerade - Coteries of New York
    A decent story based on a strong background, which lingers too long explaining and then rushing too fast to a satisfactory end. There are some minor technical issues but nothing too serious. It's relatively short story offers enough choices and side stories to allow several replays.
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