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 104 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 28 times.
Computed 25m 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.
- +51Battlefield™ 2042outlet 90 · players 39 · Nov 2021
- +30Gears of War 4outlet 100 · players 70 · Oct 2016
- +42No Man's Skyoutlet 90 · players 48 · Aug 2016
- +36Call of Duty: Black Ops 4outlet 80 · players 44 · Oct 2018
- +26Pokemon Swordoutlet 80 · players 54 · Nov 2019
- +32EA Sports FC 24outlet 70 · players 38 · Sep 2023
- +21Halo 5: Guardiansoutlet 80 · players 59 · Nov 2015
- -32Cupheadoutlet 60 · players 92 · Sep 2017
- +25Pokemon Shieldoutlet 80 · players 55 · Nov 2019
- -22Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Editionoutlet 70 · players 92 · May 2020
Recent reviews (1355 tracked)
- 80DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACHJun 26, 2025 · Lewis Rees
“Death Stranding 2: On The Beach takes everything you loved about the first game to the next level, but doesn't go out of its way to attract those who might have disliked it.”
read full review ↗ - 80DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACHJun 26, 2025
“It’s not perfect, by any means, but if you liked the original, there’s a lot more of what you love here. If you didn’t like the original, though, Death Stranding 2 isn’t likely to change your mind.”
read full review ↗ - 100Clair Obscur: Expedition 33May 13, 2025
“Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 surpasses even the high expectations set in the preview with a captivating original story, well-balanced turn-based & real-time combat, jaw-dropping presentation, and a soundtrack that is fit to stand among the greats — raising the bar for new IP in single-player games.”
read full review ↗ - 100Clair Obscur: Expedition 33Apr 25, 2025
“Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a masterpiece, as if created on a canvas by the Paintress herself, and is an absolute must-play...Its inspirations from RPG series contemporaries like Persona and Final Fantasy are clear in its gameplay. However, Sandfall’s unique mix of turn-based & real-time combat, stunning world, impeccable soundtrack, and first-rate cinematic storytelling makes the debut title of this new studio stand out on its own. By not only honing the strengths of past RPGs and being bold enough to push them forward, this stands as one of the new greats within the genre. If this is what a brand-new dev team can create just for their first game, we should all be excited to see what they whip up for their second.”
read full review ↗ - 80Split FictionApr 15, 2025 · Tom Hopkins
“Split Fiction is another wonderful co-op adventure from Hazelight Games. While the story is forgettable, the level and gameplay design is smarter and more ingenious than I could ever have imagined. The variety and quality only improve as you progress, seeing the game throw things at you that you’ll never have seen before. It’s a joy from start to finish.”
read full review ↗ - 90Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in HawaiiApr 14, 2025 · Syed Hamza Bakht
“Like a Dragon Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii is an excellent addition to the Yakuza franchise and has enough content and polish to qualify as one of the best Yakuza games. Pirating on the high seas has never been this fun before.”
read full review ↗ - 80Split FictionMar 30, 2025
“Split Fiction is another wonderful co-op adventure from Hazelight Games. While the story is forgettable, the level and gameplay design is smarter and more ingenious than I could ever have imagined. The variety and quality only improve as you progress, seeing the game throw things at you that you’ll never have seen before. It’s a joy from start to finish.”
read full review ↗ - 80The First Berserker: KhazanMar 30, 2025
“While it may not be a masterclass of the genre, The First Berserker: Khazan is a thrill that improves the more you play. It has unique mechanics that differentiate it from other soulslikes, while never losing sight of what it sets out to be. While the story may not be the most entrancing, there's certainly enough there to compel players to get to the end, no matter how many controllers or keyboards lost their lives in the process. ”
read full review ↗ - 80AtomfallMar 21, 2025
“Atomfall is a testament to intricate, compact, RPG design. A proof that 'bigger' isn’t always the answer to immersive RPG design. It also shows just how wonderful games can be when they respect player freedom. With a solid gameplay loop, enchanting locales, and some absolutely delicious quest design, Atomfall is a delightful success of the classic ‘Fallout’ RPG formula, despite its flaws.”
read full review ↗ - 80Assassin’s Creed ShadowsMar 18, 2025
“Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ few frustrations are quickly outweighed by a magnificently immersive Japan, an excellent AC-style mix of real-world and fictional characters like Yasuke and Naoe, and a fantastic cinematic-level story to let them all shine — especially if you experience the Japanese dub via the Immersive Mode.”
read full review ↗ - 80WanderstopMar 11, 2025
“Wanderstop is a narrative-driven game by Ivy Road that follows Alta as she helps Boro run a tea shop in the middle of a mysterious forest. There's much of what you would expect from a cozy game: colorful plants, adorable creatures, and eccentric customers in desperate need of a cup of tea. After a while, however, it becomes clear that you are there to experience more than just serving tea. ”
read full review ↗ - 80Lost Records: Bloom & Rage Tape 1Feb 21, 2025
“While it’s clear there’s more drama bubbling below the surface, ready to burst out, Bloom & Rage is shaping up to be my favorite narrative adventure game since Life Is Strange: Before The Storm.”
read full review ↗ - 80AvowedFeb 13, 2025
“Despite these flaws, Avowed offers a fantastic RPG excursion to the Living Lands, with an intriguing world to explore, a gripping narrative that'll keep you hooked, and sumptuously satisfying combat against a varied cast of enemies. With a few bugs to address and a requirement to grind out crafting materials for upgrades, it's by no means perfect, but Avowed offers a further iteration on the tried and tested RPG formula loved by so many, and will no doubt be played for years to come. ”
read full review ↗ - 100Kingdom Come: Deliverance IIFeb 5, 2025 · Jake Su
“As an entire package, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 has it all. The game looks great and runs superbly save for the random bugs, but more importantly, all of the promise from the first game appears to have been realized with this sequel. It offers varying degrees of nuanced storytelling with levity provided by smart quest design, and an opportunity for players to truly live in another world, enjoying everything there is to offer and ultimately, to lose themselves as Henry, the unlikely hero.”
read full review ↗ - 80Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal TrainerDec 4, 2024
“Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer is the ideal experience for those looking to exercise more regularly, with fun boxing gameplay and gamified mechanics that reward consistency and progress. ”
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