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 28 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 11 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.
- +46Call of Duty: Black Ops 4outlet 90 · players 44 · Oct 2018
- +30Animal Crossing: New Horizonsoutlet 100 · players 70 · Mar 2020
- +31Halo 5: Guardiansoutlet 90 · players 59 · Oct 2015
- +34EA Sports College Football 26outlet 85 · players 51 · Jul 2025
- +24Mobile Suit Gundam: Extreme VS. MaxiBoost ONoutlet 100 · players 76 · Aug 2020
- -13Devil May Cry 5outlet 73 · players 86 · Mar 2019
- +41Call of Duty®: WWIIoutlet 90 · players 49 · Nov 2017
- +41Madden NFL 20outlet 81 · players 40 · Jul 2019
- -6Super Mario Bros. Wonderoutlet 85 · players 91 · Oct 2023
- +28Call of Duty®: Black Ops IIIoutlet 90 · players 62 · Nov 2015
Recent reviews (336 tracked)
- 90Onimusha: Way of the SwordAug 31, 2026
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword may be the best game in the series and by quite a large margin. Definitely start out on Story difficulty to find your feet and get used to the game’s pacing of enemy attacks, but once you’re in the zone, it is a genuinely wonderful game from start to finish.”
read full review ↗ - 85Splatoon RaidersAug 14, 2026
“Addictive, easy to learn, difficult to master, Splatoon Raiders scratches that looter shooter itch, and even provides some surprising survival horror vibes along the way. It’s only brought down by some uninteresting environments, middling aesthetic customization and a dearth of voice-acting. A solid spin-off to the Splatoon IP that I’ll be playing for months to come, no doubt.”
read full review ↗ - 93EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL 27Aug 11, 2026
“This year's version is for long-suffering franchise mode fans who have wanted customization and functionality. Madden 27 is still missing the ability to import draft classes from college — which is an issue that dings both games. It also still sucks that legends stay locked in Ultimate Team. That's my biggest gripe against the game because that's not about NIL technicalities. That comes from a flawed thought process. Still, I'd be lying if I said franchise mode fans won't be thrilled with this year's game.”
read full review ↗ - 7070s-style Robot Anime Geppy-XJul 17, 2026 · Ollie Barder
“Overall, this Geppy-X release makes a once-rare PlayStation mecha game accessible to new players, especially with its all-new localization. The game is still fun to play, if a bit simple and easy for a shooter, but the sheer passion and super robot-infused nerdiness still make this worth getting.”
read full review ↗ - 80Star FoxJun 24, 2026
“Star Fox is a very faithful remake of Star Fox 64, with added depth and complexity for how you tackle the branched mission structure. It also looks wonderful throughout, and the lifelike character renditions hit me right in the childhood. So if, like me, you grew up with these games, you will absolutely love this remake. Although I feel newer players may find it functionally a tad old school.”
read full review ↗ - 75Voidling BoundJun 9, 2026
“In the end, Voidling Bound presents as a whimsical, extraterrestrial zoo that delivers on quirky fun, but somehow falls short on difficulty, content and the sort of production touches that would truly make this odd world come to life. ”
read full review ↗ - 70REPLACEDApr 30, 2026
“Replaced is a breathtakingly beautiful and narratively riveting game that has engrossing world-building while also delivering solid combat. However, it’s held back by fickle platforming and dull side quests. Still, the memorable music helps elevate the entire experience, making this dystopian adventure worth playing.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Vampire Crawlers is an exceptional game that manages to retain its progenitor’s frantic gameplay while putting an invigorating twist that’ll keep you glued to the screen. Its simple mechanics are surprisingly deep, but also quite easy to get a hang of. There are so many secret unlockables which will keep players busy for a long time, and every second is just a joyous bloodbath of pixelated fun.”
read full review ↗ - 75MOUSE: P.I. For HireApr 14, 2026
“Mouse: P.I. For Hire is a bombastic shooter with a charming cast and a gripping story. Sure, its gameplay is basically a carbon copy of Doom’s but with a 1930s rubber hose aesthetic. However, the execution is well done and it still has plenty of other aspects that differentiate itself. Jack isn’t going through Hell on Earth, but he’s determined to go to Hell and back to uncover the corrupt underbelly of Mouseburg.”
read full review ↗ - 90PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026 · Ollie Barder
“Overall, Pragmata is a very fresh take on a modern third-person shooter, with a unique combat setup that is equal parts tactics and brute force skill. It also looks wonderful throughout, and the interactions between Hugh, Diana, and Cabin are a lot of fun and genuinely sweet. It may be a bit too early to call, but thus far, this is easily my game of the year.”
read full review ↗ - 90PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026
“Pragmata is a very fresh take on a modern third-person shooter, with a unique combat setup that is equal parts tactics and brute force skill. It also looks wonderful throughout, and the interactions between Hugh, Diana, and Cabin are a lot of fun and genuinely sweet. It may be a bit too early to call, but thus far, this is easily my game of the year.”
read full review ↗ - 95Crimson Desert EnhancedMar 18, 2026
“But if the question was if Crimson Desert could really be that big and really play that well and really keep you entertained the whole time, the answer, for me, is unequivocally yes.”
read full review ↗ - 90PARANORMASIGHT: The Mermaid's CurseFeb 17, 2026
“Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse has some small hiccups here and there. But much like its predecessor, it’s a gripping visual novel with waves of reveals that come crashing down. It’s not as frightening, but you’ll still be swept away by the currents of its raw and moving story.”
read full review ↗ - 70DRAGON QUEST VII ReimaginedFeb 3, 2026 · Ollie Barder
“Overall, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a stunning rebuild of a classic PlayStation role-playing game. The stop-start aspect of the short story structure is still there, but definitely improved. However, despite its technical brilliance, it feels a little soulless at times and doesn’t hit you the way most Dragon Quest games do. So I can only really recommend this to die-hard fans of the original game, who will no doubt love it.”
read full review ↗ - 70DRAGON QUEST VII ReimaginedFeb 2, 2026
“Overall, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a stunning rebuild of a classic PlayStation role-playing game. The stop-start aspect of the short story structure is still there, but definitely improved. However, despite its technical brilliance, it feels a little soulless at times and doesn’t hit you the way most Dragon Quest games do. So I can only really recommend this to die-hard fans of the original game, who will no doubt love it.”
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