How this trust score was computed
Trust blends alignment (40%): does the outlet rank games the way players do; decoded accuracy (30%): after translating the outlet's own scale habits (a '7/10 means mediocre' scale is decoded, not punished), how well its reviews predict player sentiment; and player-side (30%): on games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, whose side it took. Recent reviews weigh more (2-year half-life), and the blend is shrunk toward a neutral prior (60) so small samples can't peg the scale. Player quality is launch-window Steam sentiment, so outlets aren't punished for reviewing a launch build that later got patched.
Controversy record: on 5 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 0 times.
Computed 6m ago · full methodology →
Outlet vs. players
Each dot is a game both this outlet and players scored. The dashed line is perfect agreement: dots above it mean the outlet was more generous than players, below it more harsh.
Biggest disagreements with players
The receipts: games where this outlet's verdict landed furthest from player sentiment.
- +36Pokemon Swordoutlet 90 · players 54 · Nov 2019
- +35Pokemon Shieldoutlet 90 · players 55 · Nov 2019
- +23Mario Kart Worldoutlet 100 · players 77 · Jun 2025
- -18Xenoblade Chronicles 2outlet 70 · players 88 · Nov 2017
- +16Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamityoutlet 90 · players 74 · Nov 2020
- +16Fire Emblem Engageoutlet 90 · players 74 · Jan 2023
- +21Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmareoutlet 90 · players 69 · Aug 2023
- +10ISLANDERS: Console Editionoutlet 70 · players 60 · Aug 2021
- -20Disgaea 1 Completeoutlet 60 · players 80 · Nov 2018
- +12VOEZoutlet 80 · players 68 · Apr 2017
Recent reviews (179 tracked)
- 90Pokemon Pokopia: Bubbly BasinAug 17, 2026
“If Bubbly Basin is the standard for at least what the third part of the Expansion Pass is set to be (the second, again, just seems like accessories), then it’s certainly time to take the plunge and get some more Pokopia into you.”
read full review ↗ - 80Splatoon RaidersJul 21, 2026
“As far as experiments go, Splatoon Raiders is certainly successful at bringing something new and different to the table. It's a game that revels in its freedom from competitive play, offering new perspectives and concepts that recontextualise classic Splatoon gameplay into something that feels both familiar and fresh. While it does wear thin towards the end of its runtime, it never fully runs out of gas, offering a presentational leap for Nintendo that bodes well for the future of the Switch 2.”
read full review ↗ - 90Moonlight PeaksJul 6, 2026
“Moonlight Peaks is an excellent farming life sim that I highly recommend to fans of the genre who enjoy the creepy-cute style. You’ll have a relaxing and comfortable time growing your farm and your relationships, while developing your magical knowledge and abilities in a world that invites you in and allows you to play the way you like best. I had the time of my life playing this game, and the environments, characters, and activities kept me coming back constantly. There’s no doubt I will continue to play this game for a long time to come.”
read full review ↗ - 80Rhythm Heaven GrooveJul 1, 2026
“Rhythm Paradise Groove is a welcome earworm, bringing some much needed goofiness along with some fun music too. While the simple menus feel bare, there is plenty on offer here. There’s easily hours of minigame challenges for you to perfect your score, on top of a surprisingly-involved side adventure.”
read full review ↗ - 70eFootball Kick-Off!Jun 29, 2026
“Ultimately, eFootball Kick-Off! feels like a dip of the toes to see how things are received at a time where football fever is at an all-time high. The gameplay is enjoyable, controls are responsive, and local multiplayer is a lot of fun. A proper career mode, team and player creation suites, and consistent licensing of teams would take this game a long way to becoming the best football franchise on Nintendo Switch. As it sits, it is a fun, modest package that succeeds because of its gameplay rather than its content.”
read full review ↗ - 60Catto's Post OfficeJun 25, 2026
“Although more experienced players may wish it lasted longer or offered greater depth, Catto's Post Office does succeed at what it sets out to do; provide a cute, relaxing adventure with plenty of heart. For families and younger gamers in particular, it's an enjoyable and memorable little experience.”
read full review ↗ - 100Star FoxJun 24, 2026
“Star Fox is the blueprint for how Nintendo need to do remakes going forward. This is Star Fox for those who’ve been there from the start, and those starting here for the first time. Star Fox 64 is iconic, but this is now the definitive way to experience it.”
read full review ↗ - 80Yoshi and the Mysterious BookMay 19, 2026
“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a joyful expedition, taking the Yoshis into another beautiful visual style. The focus on documenting discoveries about the different creatures within the mysterious book adds another layer to the traditional platformer. The more relaxed nature of the game is great for younger audiences, while also being a delight for older audiences who enjoy Yoshi games. If you’re looking for a challenging traditional platformer, you’re not going to find that here, but Yoshi is a ray of light that will bring a smile to many faces.”
read full review ↗ - 80Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamApr 15, 2026
“Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a fitting follow up and upgrade on the previous 3DS game. It’s easy to grow fond of your island of Mii’s and their Hot Dog obsessed ways, helping to guide them through the ups and downs of a digital life. There is something for players who want to cover the world with their art and creations, or for players who just want to see what goofy things the Mii residents will get up to next. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is much more joyful than the potentially sarcastic saying it is titled after.”
read full review ↗ - 90Pokemon PokopiaMar 2, 2026
“Pokémon Pokopia is a surprisingly thoughtful love letter to the Kanto region, and the Pokémon world as a whole, wrapped up in delightful, cosy sandbox gameplay. It gracefully walks the line between familiar and fresh at every point, taking few missteps along the way and delivering one of the best Pokémon spinoffs in decades. ”
read full review ↗ - 90PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid's CurseFeb 17, 2026
“Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse is nothing short of phenomenal. It’s a master class in storytelling, using the most of the visual novel genre to make for a truly unique game that kept me engaged and enthralled from start to finish. You owe it to yourself to play it. ”
read full review ↗ - 70Mario Tennis FeverFeb 10, 2026
“The Adventure mode in Mario Tennis Aces was a long-requested feature, and eight years later I was expecting something more evolved. Instead, I was left disappointed by an Adventure mode that acts as a painful tutorial for almost half of its runtime. That said, it is only one part of the game, and the rest of Mario Tennis Fever is very enjoyable. The Fever Rackets add a new dimension to the gameplay, and the expanded character roster makes finding the best combinations even more challenging. The side-show modes are the real stars here, and they make it clear where the game truly shines. More time spent on zany tennis ideas like these, and less on Adventure mode for the next one.”
read full review ↗ - 90FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADEJan 21, 2026
“Final Fantasy Remake 7 Intergrade is one of the best-looking games on the Switch 2 to date, with an incredible port that compromises on very little to deliver a fantastic version of an already stunning game. Whether you’re a lifelong FF7 fan who’s never dipped their toes into the remake trilogy, a newcomer to the mythos, or just looking to replay it again ahead of the finale, the Switch 2 is one of the best ways to play. ”
read full review ↗ - 80Metroid Prime 4: BeyondDec 2, 2025
“Metroid Prime 4: Beyond delivers three-quarters of a great Metroid Prime game. It captures so much of what makes the series so fondly remembered by fans. I would hate for people to miss the opportunity to experience it, but it's a shame that some parts don't feel like they respect the player's time. For all my grumblings, I was still on board for most of this intergalactic adventure, though some late-game obstacles bring you to the finish line with a little less of a smile. Beyond gives the world more Metroid Prime, for better and for worse, but there is still plenty here that makes the journey worthwhile.”
read full review ↗ - 80Kirby Air RidersNov 19, 2025
“Kirby Air Riders is a fascinating game that walks the line between being a chaotic, unfocused mess and one of the most enjoyable party games and single-player campaigns on the Switch 2. For better and for worse, it’s a true successor to the GameCube’s Air Ride, taking everything people loved – and hated – about that game and ramping it all up to 11. ”
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