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For 4,810 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 Blue Prince
Lowest review score: 0 Ultracore
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,954 out of 4810
  2. Mixed: 1,627 out of 4810
  3. Negative: 229 out of 4810
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    • 91 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed II
    I admit the first 30 minutes of the game feel really slow and disappointing, but once you move past that it easily becomes one of the best games I have played this year.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 is by all intents and purposes a fantastic follow-up to the original game. All of the great ideas that fell short have now come to light, and the return of classic Battlefield online make this the game to own for online shooter fans.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Shin Megami Tensei IV
    Shin Megami Tensei IV is one of those games where many people have probably heard the name but have never tried a game in the series. This is a great beginning point for anyone that has never played a MegaTen game before.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Dead Space
    Dead Space is the type of game that people will talk about five years from now about just how good it really was.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 96 Critic Score
    Battlefield: Bad Company 2
    Battlefield Bad Company 2 is by all intents and purposes a fantastic follow-up to the original game. All of the great ideas that fell short have now come to light, and the return of classic Battlefield online make this the game to own for online shooter fans.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Life is Strange: Episode 3 - Chaos Theory
    With the power to rewind time and choose what happens it always comes with a price; it could be good or bad, but in the end it will always affect us. Life is Strange has shown that in a spectacular way, and I highly suggest it to anyone reading this review.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Monster Hunter: World
    It is one heck of a ride, and with the systems in place it can be one of the most rewarding experiences players can have. On top of all that, Capcom has already planned to bring a lot of the missions and special events to the PC version over time, and they’re all free. The PC version holds up very well and even if with its co-op woes still present, this is one game that no one should miss out on, and now that it is everywhere, you have no excuse to not pick it up.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy
    With a full year of puzzles on top of what’s already in the game, puzzle enthusiasts will find a lot of enjoyment here.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Elite Beat Agents
    I love the sound of music blasting into my duo earlobes in the morning, and the soundtrack to this game is super.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Nioh
    Nioh is a culmination of some of my favorite mechanics in video games. The incredibly fast paced, twitch based reflex combat of Ninja Gaiden. The meticulous strategy and sense of discovery of Souls and the loot/equipment upgrade system of Diablo. It’s as though this was a game made specifically for me. If that wasn’t enough, Nioh manages to become more than the sum of its parts as something truly exceptional with an identity of its own – one that I simply can’t put down and it has secured a spot as the top contender in my game of the year list thus far.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Velocity
    FuturLab took the familiar concept of a shoot 'em up, gave it some new life and threw in some unique mechanics that really make the game shine.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD
    This is one of the most memorable experiences in the history of gaming, and it is a shame if anyone misses out on it.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
    The game may have the odd technical flaw, but it still stands out as the best in the franchise so far. Oodles of fun with an epic campaign and slick multiplayer, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood is a serious contender for Game of the Year.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Mortal Kombat X
    It is great to see series as long-running as this one still impressing over two decades later. Fans of fighting games should definitely take the plunge.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
    There are few games that truly define "classic" in this day and age, and Ocarina of Time is one of them.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
    The game may have the odd technical flaw, but it still stands out as the best in the franchise so far. Oodles of fun with an epic campaign and slick multiplayer, Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood is a serious contender for Game of the Year.
    • 93 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Hades
    Hades stands not only as the finest, most well-crafted game from the exceedingly talented developers at Supergiant but as one of the pinnacles of the genre. If you never looked at rogue-likes seriously before due to differences in personal tastes and what you believe that they represent, this might be the very title to change your mind.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Final Fantasy XII
    Squeenix once again delivers a grand adventure, with the main quest being at least 60 hours. In a genre which many think has become redundant and stale, FFXII stands out with a unique battle system, endearing characters, and a beautifully crafted, well presented story.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Destiny: The Taken King
    Current players get the Destiny they’ve always wanted, and new players get to experience the best iteration of the game.
    • 88 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Nex Machina: Death Machine
    I have always been a massive fan of Super Stardust HD, but I never thought Housemarque would be able to reach those dizzying heights again. I was wrong. Nex Machina takes all that was good about SSHD and turns the dial up, making this game my new favorite Housemarque game and one that I urge each and every one of your to go out and buy. Be warned however, it’s going to make your thumbs sore.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Murder by Numbers
    Overall this is a game no fan of Picross (or nonograms) should miss. It is just as essential as Jupiter’s Picross-e and Picross-s series.
    • 52 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Krater
    For fifteen dollars, you get a well-made dungeon crawler that fans of Dawn of War and Diablo will completely eat up. The game has a lot of charm in the character design and an in-depth take on crafting and character customization. With online co-op on the way, the inexpensive price tag makes the game a complete steal. I highly recommend Krater.
    • 94 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
    With its enormous amount of quests, the beautifully expansive environment, and a degree of subtlety that most games don’t even dream of, Bethesda has created a gaming masterpiece that will be hard to knock off come Game of the Year voting.
    • 89 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition
    Xenoblade Chronicles is a fantastic game. It has some feelings of Final Fantasy XII, but at the same time, feels unlike any other game. The combat is complex and challenging, exploration is both fun and rewarding, and the story and world is something to be seen. Fans of the original game can still have a blast here and people who never tried it before on Wii or 3DS should most certainly pick this one up. This is one of those RPG that will be on top 10 lists for years.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
    It is next to impossible not to recommend this game to anyone who is a fan of either of these two brands, as you will most assuredly find a fighter that suits your play style. Aside from the lack of spectator mode and redundant characters that made the final roster, I have nothing negative to say about this game.
    • 84 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
    It is next to impossible not to recommend this game to anyone who is a fan of either of these two brands, as you will most assuredly find a fighter that suits your play style. Aside from the lack of spectator mode and redundant characters that made the final roster, I have nothing negative to say about this game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Super Sanctum TD
    Super Sanctum TD is a rather deep tower defense game in a nice little retro package.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Zen Pinball 2: Bethesda Pinball
    Any fan of pinball will have a great time with these and even some fans of RPG will get a little out of them. It really is an interesting bunch of tables that any Zen Pinball fan should add to their library.
    • 97 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Grand Theft Auto V
    Grand Theft Auto V is certainly more than worth your time, but the question is, do you want to spend another 30-50 hours in Los Santos, if you already made the trip last year? For me it is a resounding yes, as the new additions really drew me back into the world, and I had forgotten how much fun I had just exploring, planning heists and even hopping online with friends to cause havoc.
    • 87 Metascore
    • 95 Critic Score
    Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
    This was a genuinely touching story and there is a ton of payoff for players who are caught up with the series; especially the ending, while I have not played all the latest games, I am aware of the things that occurred in the last two games. I honestly can’t recommend this game enough for newcomers and longtime fans alike.
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    Disney Dreamlight Valley
    Disney’s Dreamlight Village is not going to be for everyone, in fact a lot of people who may not realize that the game is a F2P experience may be upset upon paying for the founder’s pack. Yes, the game will constantly give the players tasks, and almost any action just as simple as talking to a character will provide progress. But there is nothing in the way of an endgame, the experience is not going to change, the whole of this game is living your best life in the Valley, making friends and cooking with Mickey. Sure, there is a narrative, but it is very light and not necessary as the chill nature of the game is a pleasure in and of itself to play. The classic Disney music ranging from movie themes to the ole “M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E, MICKY MOUSE…” song that I know we all heard as a kid everything about the game just puts you in a good place. [Early Access Provisional Score = 75]
    • 88 Metascore
    • Critic Score
    Abiotic Factor
    While not for everyone, Abiotic Factor is a fun, new addition to the survival games space. Drawing a lot of inspiration from the more science nature of Half-Life, is something that I think a lot of people will appreciate. There are some bugs here and I don’t appreciate the lackluster controller options, but if you are looking for something new in the survival genre, then Abiotic Factor might be for you. It is currently in early access with no firm date for 1.0 which means it can go through some changes but for now; its pretty fun to play. [Early Access Provisional Score = 70]
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    33 Immortals
    33 Immortals isn’t a finished product as of now but what the team has launched with is quite a bit of fun if you can get a room to work together. The lack of any sort of voice communication really handcuffs the MMO-type raid setting that the developers at Thunder Lotus is going for. What the game does have though is a killer hand-drawn art style, a fun and addicting gameplay loop and the benefit of being the only game of its type right now. I hope this recipe is one that sees 33 Immortals make it to the 1.0 finish line and beyond. [Early Access Provisional Score = 80]

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