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 146 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 72 times.
Computed 1h 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.
- +35Battlefield™ 2042outlet 70 · players 35 · Nov 2021
- +37Total War: WARHAMMER IIIoutlet 95 · players 59 · Feb 2022
- +24MLB The Show 24outlet 80 · players 56 · Mar 2024
- +18Cyberpunk 2077outlet 90 · players 72 · Dec 2020
- -34Age of Empires II (Retired)outlet 60 · players 94 · Nov 2019
- +27Spellbreakoutlet 80 · players 53 · Sep 2020
- +23Warhammer 40,000: Darktideoutlet 70 · players 47 · Dec 2022
- -36REMNANT II®outlet 40 · players 77 · Jul 2023
- -27Age of Empires II: Definitive Editionoutlet 60 · players 87 · Nov 2019
- -26STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™outlet 60 · players 86 · Nov 2019
Recent reviews (1026 tracked)
- 55God of War RagnarökSep 20, 2024 · Leo Gillick
“A 9/10 game let down by a shoddy port to PC.”
read full review ↗ - 80The Plucky SquireSep 18, 2024
“The Plucky Squire is a gorgeous, entertaining adventure that will keep you hooked until the final page. While lacking in challenge, the creative set-pieces, beautiful visuals, and mini-games do the heavy lifting.”
read full review ↗ - 80The Plucky SquireSep 17, 2024 · Anthony Yates
“The Plucky Squire is a gorgeous, entertaining adventure that will keep you hooked until the final page. While lacking in challenge, the creative set-pieces, beautiful visuals, and mini-games do the heavy lifting.”
read full review ↗ - 55Wild BastardsSep 12, 2024 · Alex García
“While the characters and voice actors add a lot of life into the group of characters present in Wild Bastards, the gameplay falls short of making it a game I would want to return to.”
read full review ↗ - 90Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2Sep 11, 2024
“Space Marine 2 is a masterful game with a captivating, gorgeous, and action-packed campaign. The multiplayer systems are impressive, expansive, yet slightly disappointing given the disparity between the modes. Regardless, it's a must-play.”
read full review ↗ - 75Age of Mythology: RetoldAug 30, 2024
“Age of Mythology: Retold is brimming with contrasts, and yet the game's most important asset, the combat and myth units, aren't as interesting or exciting past their legendary visages.”
read full review ↗ - 75EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 25Aug 16, 2024 · Christian Bognar
“Madden NFL 25 is a step in the right direction for the franchise and we hope EA keeps this momentum going to make the next entry even better.”
read full review ↗ - 65Cat Quest IIIAug 6, 2024 · Leo Gillick
“Although it has it's charm, there is little substance to this cat based pirate game. It is a game decidedly marketed at young children.”
read full review ↗ - 75SteamWorld Heist IIAug 5, 2024
“SteamWorld Heist II is a captivating blend of strategy and action that delivers a truly solid experience. The game's turn-based combat is a highlight, offering a satisfying mix of planning and execution, and the job system adds to character progression and customization. Mission rewards and necessary backtracking can detract from the overall enjoyment and pacing, but if you don't mind a bit of a grind, then SteamWorld Heist II is definitely worth checking out.”
read full review ↗ - 75SteamWorld Heist IIAug 2, 2024 · Thomas Cunliffe
“SteamWorld Heist II is a captivating blend of strategy and action that delivers a truly solid experience. The game's turn-based combat is a highlight, offering a satisfying mix of planning and execution, and the job system adds to character progression and customization. Mission rewards and necessary backtracking can detract from the overall enjoyment and pacing, but if you don't mind a bit of a grind, then SteamWorld Heist II is definitely worth checking out.”
read full review ↗ - 85EA Sports College Football 25Jul 24, 2024
“EA Sports College Football 25 is a triumphant return for the NCAA, and the excellent framework makes us incredibly excited for the road ahead. ”
read full review ↗ - 70Flintlock: The Siege of DawnJul 17, 2024 · Aidan Lambourne
“Flintlock is an explosive Soulslite that throws lots of weapons your way. The pacing may not be great, but that can be looked over thanks to the gameplay itself.”
read full review ↗ - 70Flintlock: The Siege of DawnJul 17, 2024
“Flintlock is an explosive Soulslite that throws lots of weapons your way. The pacing may not be great, but that can be looked over thanks to the gameplay itself. ”
read full review ↗ - 70Duck Detective: The Secret SalamiMay 23, 2024 · Anyka Pettigrew
“While Duck Detective: The Secret Salami has an incredible voice cast, colorful characters, and an intriguing plot, I was let down by the puzzles and gameplay. There were a few puzzles that I solved on my own with no issue, but many puzzles had clues that left me in the dark instead of guiding me.”
read full review ↗ - 90MULLET MADJACKMay 20, 2024
“Mullet Mad Jack is a hyper stylized shooter with a lot under the hood. The simple yet addicting gameplay loop is more than enough to keep players engaged for the long term.”
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