ZTGD's Scores

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For 4,834 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 64% higher than the average critic
  • 6% same as the average critic
  • 30% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 0.3 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 75
Highest review score: 100 Undertale
Lowest review score: 0 Ultracore
Score distribution:
4837 game reviews
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    • 80 Critic Score
    Still, for the existing Zen Pinball fan, it doesn't get much better than "Paranormal" as a pinball-oriented opportunity to gear up for Halloween. Most likely, you won't quit after the season has past and you'll still be discovering new surprises well into the Spring.
    • 55 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    The game feels unique, looks good, and adds a new twist not seen in a lot of multiplayer games.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The controls and graphics have not aged well, but underneath it all, it is still fun to earn some crazy money.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    The controls and graphics have not aged well, but underneath it all, it is still fun to earn some crazy money.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Overall, there is almost zero fun to be had in Bakugan: Defenders of the Core. The gameplay is fun at times, but as a whole is boring.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Overall, there is almost zero fun to be had in Bakugan: Defenders of the Core. The gameplay is fun at times, but as a whole is boring.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Fast paced and exciting, with only a few small niggles.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Blood Stone is a solid game that without the license most people would write off as just another humdrum shooters. Still being such a huge fan of the property I couldn't help but really enjoy taking down enemies and feeling like a complete badass at times.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Blood Stone is a solid game that without the license most people would write off as just another humdrum shooters. Still being such a huge fan of the property I couldn't help but really enjoy taking down enemies and feeling like a complete badass at times.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 89 Critic Score
    I really enjoyed Shank. It was a somewhat short experience of around four hours, but the entire time I was having fun. The combat and the platforming all flow so smoothly throughout the game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game is quirky and humorous and full of things to see and do. So much in fact that it should keep you occupied for months on end.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The game is quirky and humorous and full of things to see and do. So much in fact that it should keep you occupied for months on end.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    In all, Rockstar struck gold by releasing Undead Nightmare.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 98 Critic Score
    In all, Rockstar struck gold by releasing Undead Nightmare.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Super Scribblenauts is a extraordinary follow-up to a truly unique experience.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Overall, I really liked my time with Alien Breed Impact. I did not play the original game back in the day, so I honestly do not have anything to compare it to, but I really had some fun with this fast paced action shooter.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is action at its most raw and fans of the golden days of arcade games will definitely be in for a treat.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    This is action at its most raw and fans of the golden days of arcade games will definitely be in for a treat.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Games like Costume Quest are a breath of fresh air in a sea of FPS's and hardcore RPG's. I welcome any more games like this.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Games like Costume Quest are a breath of fresh air in a sea of FPS's and hardcore RPG's. I welcome any more games like this.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 93 Critic Score
    It may be a somewhat short experience, but there's no denying the fact that the time you do spend with the game will be a great one.
    • 35 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Overall, as I have mentioned, Dead Space Ignition is just a very poor attempt to generate hype for Dead Space 2. The art is bad, the mini games are not fun, and the experience is short unless you go back for more endings.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    You really do not need to know much about the original to find this one fun and enjoyable.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Alien Breed 2: Assault is a decent game that suffers mostly from poor design. Levels feel much longer than they actually are, and repetition sets in far too soon.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A great revival of a classic franchise. If you were a fan then there is no reason to pass up on this offering as it brings just enough to the table to make it worth your while. The lack of online is easily the biggest setback and makes you wonder how such an imperative feature was left out.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    While it may not be completely sure whether it wants to be a solid single player experience or a multi affair, what is here is solid. As long as you know what you are getting into before diving in, you won't be disappointed.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    As a whole, Medal of Honor is not a horrible game; it just needed some more time for it to truly shine.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A great sequel to a very unique and entertaining series.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shank is one of those games that will either be loved or hated by the masses. I for one think it is a steal at fifteen bucks, and if you enjoy classic action titles like Contra or Ninja Gaiden (NES style) then you should not hesitate picking it up.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Some may say that there is no place for Sonic in 2010 and that that the game is dated and boring by today's standards. But I say Sonic should be given a chance, and that there are plenty of people out there who have never played a Sonic game the way it was meant to be played.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    This is one game that should be on every sports fan's shelf.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    This is one game that should be on every sports fan's shelf.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are in the mood for a great action/adventure title with a truly engaging narrative, you owe it to yourself to check out Ninja Theory's latest title.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    If you are in the mood for a great action/adventure title with a truly engaging narrative, you owe it to yourself to check out Ninja Theory's latest title.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Some may say that there is no place for Sonic in 2010 and that that the game is dated and boring by today's standards. But I say Sonic should be given a chance, and that there are plenty of people out there who have never played a Sonic game the way it was meant to be played.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Super Meat Boy is a fantastic addition to the XBLA library and one of the most addictive games I have played all year.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 68 Critic Score
    As a whole, Medal of Honor is not a horrible game; it just needed some more time for it to truly shine.
    • 36 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Overall, as I have mentioned, Dead Space Ignition is just a very poor attempt to generate hype for Dead Space 2. The art is bad, the mini games are not fun, and the experience is short unless you go back for more endings.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Comic Jumper is definitely the game that should put Twisted Pixel on the map. Their first two efforts were tremendous games, but nothing compared to what they have crafted with this masterpiece. I literally could not stop playing the first time I booted up the game, and I talked to every single NPC just to experience all of the hilarious dialogue.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    When it's all said and done, Castlevania is one that will go down as one of the better Castlevania games.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    When it's all said and done, Castlevania is one that will go down as one of the better Castlevania games.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    When you completely ignore every other aspect of the game it doesn't matter how great your control scheme is. This feels more like a tech demo that was never supposed to be put onto a retail disc.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The water physics are the star of the show and really help you forget about a lot of the problems the game runs in to.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    The gathering and creating of items, weapons, and armor are what really makes this game addicting, much like a toned down version of Monster Hunter.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Still the game re-ignited my love for the genre and I have already shredded far more hours into this one than I had planned to invest.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Still the game re-ignited my love for the genre and I have already shredded far more hours into this one than I had planned to invest.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    A great sequel to a very unique and entertaining series.
    • 43 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    There is no reason to pick this game up. It is devoid of any redeeming factors including the novelty of being a terrible game.
    • 37 Metascore
    • 35 Critic Score
    There is no reason to pick this game up. It is devoid of any redeeming factors including the novelty of being a terrible game.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    With a ridiculous and genuinely funny storyline, some challenging enemies, and a brand new set of environments to roam in, players will find plenty of new content to sink their teeth (or more accurately, a crap-ton of bullets) into.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 86 Critic Score
    With a ridiculous and genuinely funny storyline, some challenging enemies, and a brand new set of environments to roam in, players will find plenty of new content to sink their teeth (or more accurately, a crap-ton of bullets) into.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fast, frantic and fun, FIFA 11 is a master-class in how to make a sports game. Almost perfect in every aspect, it is difficult to see how EA will improve on it for FIFA 12.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Fast, frantic and fun, FIFA 11 is a master-class in how to make a sports game. Almost perfect in every aspect, it is difficult to see how EA will improve on it for FIFA 12.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Blade Kitten is far from an abomination. In fact it packs enough charm to make it worthy of a purchase for fans of the series, or action fans that enjoy the eccentric platformer.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Suffers from ancient game design. If you enjoy mindlessly mowing down hordes of enemies level after level then Sam may be right for you. There is nothing mechanically broken per se, but the tedium will wear on gamers accustomed to epic events and intelligent AI.
    • 47 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Brunswick Pro Bowling is a fantastic package wrapped in some questionable control schemes.
    • 50 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Nostalgia is the only reason Sonic Adventure is worth playing through.
    • 59 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Blade Kitten is far from an abomination. In fact it packs enough charm to make it worthy of a purchase for fans of the series, or action fans that enjoy the eccentric platformer.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is one game that you can't just pick up and play. It takes a large level of commitment to get into. The small story that is there is forgettable, but it does try to explain what's going on.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    The game world is larger this time around, and there is ultimately mode to see and do in this game than the original Deathspank.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    All in all, Cladun is a fantastic game that will become quite addicting. The game is perfect for pick-up-and-play gamers.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Overall, if you love old-school shooters and feel like you are up for a challenge then I would tell you to download Space Invaders I.G. to your HD gaming system or iPhone of your choice, this is a really awesome game.
    • 91 Metascore
    • 100 Critic Score
    There is simply not a better, more complete shooter on the market, and with all this content, there isn't any way you can find something that you cannot sink your teeth into.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    Worms 2: Armageddon is still a really fun game. If you have some friends or family to play with you, it can be a blast playing locally.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    Legend of the Guardians is a very solid game that is hindered by its short play time and lack of reason to come back for more.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    Legend of the Guardians is a very solid game that is hindered by its short play time and lack of reason to come back for more.
    • 48 Metascore
    • 55 Critic Score
    Nostalgia is the only reason Sonic Adventure is worth playing through.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 87 Critic Score
    Overall, if you love old-school shooters and feel like you are up for a challenge then I would tell you to download Space Invaders I.G. to your HD gaming system or iPhone of your choice, this is a really awesome game.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Unlike the iPad/iPhone version, the game offers everything the PC version does, and then some. So along with all the mini games, the Zen garden and the survival modes you also get local co-op and Vs modes, which give it added value.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 92 Critic Score
    As a whole, Lair of the Shadow Broker is amazing. They mix up the pace and give the game a fresh feel, while still holding true to what makes it one of my top choices for my game of the year.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    NHL Slapshot is a fantastic addition to the EA Sports lineup on Wii. Hopefully we will see it continue to evolve over the next few years and finally give Wii owners something to look forward to in the hockey arena.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. 2 is really a case of more of the same. Fans of the original will enjoy the minor tweaks scattered around, but newcomers likely won't find anything to set this game apart from others in the genre.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 72 Critic Score
    Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. 2 is really a case of more of the same. Fans of the original will enjoy the minor tweaks scattered around, but newcomers likely won't find anything to set this game apart from others in the genre.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    At the end of the day UFC Undisputed 2010 is certainly not a bad game, it just lacks a lot of what makes the console version so special.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The sheer amount of polish in NHL 11 is staggering.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    The sheer amount of polish in NHL 11 is staggering.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    R.U.S.E. is a breath of fresh air in a genre that consoles have seemingly not been able to perfect. The inclusion of Move controls in the PS3 version really make a difference and even with a standard controller, the game plays great.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    R.U.S.E. is a breath of fresh air in a genre that consoles have seemingly not been able to perfect.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The straight-to-the-point levels and the four different dimensions bring a whole new level of gameplay to the Spider-Man franchise that is a breath of fresh air that it needed.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 88 Critic Score
    The straight-to-the-point levels and the four different dimensions bring a whole new level of gameplay to the Spider-Man franchise that is a breath of fresh air that it needed.
    • 51 Metascore
    • 65 Critic Score
    Overall, Cabela's North American Adventures is not a bad game; there are just no real redeeming qualities for someone who is new to the genre.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 78 Critic Score
    The game is not very lengthy, but if you have had an itch to dive into Dead Rising 2 early, this is your best chance to get excited for it, and get your hands on the closest thing to the final product.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    Team Ninja has done an outstanding job of capturing the feel of the series, while adding their own flavor to the mix. Finally getting to hear Samus was an experience in and of itself. Learning the back story, even if it is a bit wordy and unoriginal, was more than worth the price of admission for this Metroid fan.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ace Combat: Joint Assault is great if you are playing with friends either competitively or cooperatively, but if you choose to go solo you will likely grow tired of the trite mission structure far too quickly.
    • 58 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Much like this review this collection is short and sweet. Arcade junkies will appreciate these two niche titles finally being available outside of tracking down the cabinets, and the Wii is the perfect platform to release them on.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 40 Critic Score
    As it stands though, they're merely running good franchises through the dirt, like a Godfather III or a Sonic Adventure would.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    As a whole, I enjoyed this season, but the final episode fell a little flat.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you don't enjoy old-school looks, repetitive gaming and blips for music, then you obviously aren't the one this game is aimed at. However, if those things give you goose bumps and memories of beating up the same enemy over and over then Scott Pilgrim is your game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The gameplay is fun and mixes it up at the right moments, giving it great pacing, and as a whole all of the parts come together for a solid experience. It may not be perfect, and there may be some technical aspects that aren't up to par, but Mafia II is a game worthy of your time and attention.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 82 Critic Score
    The gameplay is fun and mixes it up at the right moments, giving it great pacing, and as a whole all of the parts come together for a solid experience. It may not be perfect, and there may be some technical aspects that aren't up to par, but Mafia II is a game worthy of your time and attention.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Shank is one of those games that will either be loved or hated by the masses. I for one think it is a steal at fifteen bucks, and if you enjoy classic action titles like Contra or Ninja Gaiden (NES style) then you should not hesitate picking it up.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 75 Critic Score
    Ivy the Kiwi is not your normal platform adventure game that it might appear to be. Its unique blend of puzzle and action really set it apart from the normal shovelware found on the Wii.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The balance between puzzling, platforming and combat is, well, delightful.
    • 62 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    I wish the game had focused more on interesting locales and elements like the first game, although the improved combat is definitely appreciated. If you loved the first game Dog Days is worth checking out. The online package is worth the price of admission alone, but if you are only interested in the single-player portion you may be better off with a weekend rental.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 71 Critic Score
    I wish the game had focused more on interesting locales and elements like the first game, although the improved combat is definitely appreciated. If you loved the first game Dog Days is worth checking out. The online package is worth the price of admission alone, but if you are only interested in the single-player portion you may be better off with a weekend rental.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 83 Critic Score
    The game can become addicting especially after one of two good runs with a high score. It's mindless fun that will keep you playing for a good six hours if not more.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 85 Critic Score
    As a whole, I highly recommend this game. It is a fun shooter that will certainly get you through to the next big release, and hopefully find a good following to keep matches going for months to come.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 11 is a must own for all football fans, and now it is even more accessible to the masses.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Madden NFL 11 is a must own for all football fans, and now it is even more accessible to the masses.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    If you don't enjoy old-school looks, repetitive gaming and blips for music, then you obviously aren't the one this game is aimed at. However, if those things give you goose bumps and memories of beating up the same enemy over and over then Scott Pilgrim is your game.

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