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 384 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 170 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.
- +46Call of Duty: Black Ops 4outlet 90 · players 44 · Oct 2018
- -54DayZoutlet 20 · players 74 · Jun 2019
- +29EA SPORTS UFC 4outlet 80 · players 51 · Aug 2020
- +32EA Sports FC 24outlet 70 · players 38 · Oct 2023
- -39Warframeoutlet 50 · players 89 · Dec 2013
- +21Demon's Soulsoutlet 100 · players 79 · Nov 2020
- +21Dreamsoutlet 100 · players 79 · Feb 2020
- +29Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 90 · players 61 · Feb 2025
- +34FOR HONOR™outlet 80 · players 46 · Feb 2017
- +17The Outer Worldsoutlet 90 · players 73 · Oct 2019
Recent reviews (2498 tracked)
- 90Onimusha: Way of the SwordAug 31, 2026
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword is an often outstanding action game that bears all the hallmarks of a modern Capcom masterpiece. Its combat is clearly the main draw and it's a superb system once it gets rolling. The boss fights in particular are some of the best you'll find on PS5. But even beyond the sword-swinging skirmishes, Way of the Sword impresses with great characters and eye-popping cutscenes. This is a fantastic revival of a franchise that's been sleeping for far too long.”
read full review ↗ - 70The Blood of DawnwalkerAug 31, 2026
“According to Rebel Wolves, The Blood of Dawnwalker is just the first instalment in a planned series. And honestly, that's what it feels like: a starting point. Fans of vampire fiction or choice-driven RPGs should still gel with Dawnwalker based on the strength of its world building, characters, and deliciously dark tones. But you'll need to stomach some of the most serviceable, yet frustratingly stunted gameplay I've encountered in quite some time.”
read full review ↗ - 70Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026 · Liam Croft
“Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy takes the series in a more combat-focused direction, and it pays off for the most part. This is a strong, cinematic blend of swordfights, puzzles, and parkour that still looks and feels a lot like A Plague Tale experience. A very slow start and a dreadful frame rate mar the third entry, though Resonance still comes out the other side a solid instalment.”
read full review ↗ - 70Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026
“Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy takes the series in a more combat-focused direction, and it pays off for the most part. This is a strong, cinematic blend of swordfights, puzzles, and parkour that still looks and feels a lot like A Plague Tale experience. A very slow start and a dreadful frame rate mar the third entry, though Resonance still comes out the other side a solid instalment.”
read full review ↗ - 80METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2Aug 21, 2026
“After nearly twenty years chained to the proverbial radiator that is the PlayStation 3, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots finally arrives on PS5. The nanomachines, the fashion model robot monsters, the flamenco dance battle, the fried eggs, the cigarette smoking underpants monkey, and that ridiculous final boss, all running at 60 frames-per-second and looking better than ever. This is good, isn't it?”
read full review ↗ - 60BRIGANDINE ABYSSAug 20, 2026 · John Cal McCormick
“This isn't the sort of tactical RPG that leaves you rueing decisions you've made and mourning the allies you've lost. Brigandine Abyss is practically cosy at times, working much better as a satisfying but unremarkable grind than as a tense battle of wits. I was fine with that, and enjoyed it for what it was rather than what I wished it would be.”
read full review ↗ - 80Mortal ShellAug 18, 2026 · Aaron Bayne
“Mortal Shell 2 is a soulslike that cuts to the chase. It's home to a stuffed interconnected world with a wide variety of enemies, dungeons, and little secrets, which make it a delight to explore. Each discovery of a new shell, weapon, or sidearm meaningfully impacts your playstyle, and levelling up is a fun and satisfying process. It loses steam a little towards the end, with some irritating backtracking, but overall this is a brilliant new addition to the genre and, by all accounts, a far improved sequel.”
read full review ↗ - 70Starsand IslandAug 18, 2026 · James Watson
“Starsand Island is an enjoyable although not perfect addition to the cosy life sim genre. It has plenty to do and collect and its flexible building system will keep some players glued for hours. If you're a fan of cosy farming mechanics, collecting bugs and fish, and developing relationships with NPCs then there's plenty here to like. The games pretty graphics are also going to be a big draw for anime fans.”
read full review ↗ - 70The Sinking City 2Aug 17, 2026 · Liam Croft
“The Sinking City 2 is a solid attempt at the classic survival horror formula that'll please those looking for preposterous puzzle design and tense resource management. A smaller development budget means the performances aren't quite up to the standards of the genre's biggest names, but Frogwares still has an admirable Resident Evil-esque effort on its hands. This is good - sometimes really good.”
read full review ↗ - 70The Sinking City 2Aug 17, 2026
“The Sinking City 2 is a solid attempt at the classic survival horror formula that’ll please those looking for preposterous puzzle design and tense resource management. A smaller development budget means the performances aren’t quite up to the standards of the genre’s biggest names, but Frogwares still has an admirable Resident Evil-esque effort on its hands. This is good — sometimes really good.”
read full review ↗ - 90MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting SoulsAug 10, 2026
“Fresh gameplay paired with unprecedented production values make for an all-star pairing in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. An accessible gameplay loop paves the way for impressive depth, hopefully securing this tag fighter’s place in the FGC scene for years to come. The dodgy PC port is affecting the crossplay experience at launch, but the PS5 version is flawless and comes highly recommended – with excellent DualSense integration. Meanwhile, the offline experience isn’t quite up to the same level as genre frontrunners like Street Fighter 6, but its various comic book storylines are beautifully illustrated and excellently voiced, with writer Keiron Gillen doing a great job with the scripts. This title is a triumph on the PS5, and a reminder that Sony is capable of greenlighting compelling live service games when it puts its mind to it.”
read full review ↗ - 70Beast of ReincarnationAug 4, 2026 · Stephen Tailby
“Beast of Reincarnation is an interesting action RPG that ties together various elements to present something quite unique. While the narrative isn't particularly enthralling and it suffers from some visual and technical issues, the combat is a highlight, focusing on parries and a mix of melee and pseudo-turn-based commands that feels fun to balance. It wears its influences on its sleeve, but there are just enough fresh ideas that mean it stands apart.”
read full review ↗ - 70Beast of ReincarnationAug 3, 2026
“Beast of Reincarnation is an interesting action RPG that ties together various elements to present something quite unique. While the narrative isn't particularly enthralling and it suffers from some visual and technical issues, the combat is a highlight, focusing on parries and a mix of melee and pseudo-turn-based commands that feels fun to balance. It wears its influences on its sleeve, but there are just enough fresh ideas that mean it stands apart.”
read full review ↗ - 60Avatar Legends: The Fighting GameJul 29, 2026
“But unless you’re really committed to mastering all of the mechanics here, it feels difficult to fully recommend in its current state – not because it’s a bad game, but it just lacks the polish and features you’d expect from a more fleshed out product.”
read full review ↗ - 60Avatar Legends: The Fighting GameJul 29, 2026 · Sammy Barker
“But unless you’re really committed to mastering all of the mechanics here, it feels difficult to fully recommend in its current state – not because it’s a bad game, but it just lacks the polish and features you’d expect from a more fleshed out product.”
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