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 10 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 1 time.
Computed 26m 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.
- +39Assassin's Creed® Unityoutlet 91 · players 52 · Nov 2014
- +23Fallout 4outlet 95 · players 72 · Nov 2015
- -15Dying Lightoutlet 73 · players 88 · Feb 2015
- -14Just Cause™ 3outlet 53 · players 67 · Nov 2015
- +38Sid Meier's Civilization®: Beyond Earth™outlet 88 · players 50 · Oct 2014
- -14Goat Simulatoroutlet 63 · players 77 · Oct 2015
- +13DARK SOULS™ IIIoutlet 91 · players 78 · Apr 2016
- +18Call of Duty®: Black Ops IIIoutlet 80 · players 62 · Nov 2015
- +25Street Fighter Voutlet 83 · players 58 · Feb 2016
- -17Broforceoutlet 76 · players 93 · Oct 2015
Recent reviews (81 tracked)
- 75Mirror's Edge™ CatalystJun 8, 2016 · Chan Khee Hoon
“The exhilarating rush of running along walls, leaping across rooftops and hanging to the ledges of buildings are perfectly captured in Mirror's Edge Catalyst. Just don't expect too much from its non-existent plot.”
read full review ↗ - 88Total War: WARHAMMERJun 8, 2016 · Richard Scott-Jones
“Total War's mechanics and the Warhammer setting complement one another beautifully, and Creative Assembly has mostly nailed the execution. Total War: Warhammer is the best representation of the Warhammer universe there has ever been in a video game, and the best entry in the Total War series for some time.”
read full review ↗ - 85The Banner Saga 2Apr 24, 2016 · Richard Scott-Jones
“The second episode in The Banner Saga retains the gorgeous artwork, strong characters and agonising choices that made the original a success, while adding depth, variety and clarity to the combat.”
read full review ↗ - 95Hyper Light DrifterApr 6, 2016 · John Hiner
“Hyper Light Drifter is an exceptional game. With a beautifully mature pixel art aesthetic, seamless sound design, highly refined, often punishing gameplay, and a unique world full of secrets, it's a fine example of what can be achieved by an indie studio - or any studio, period. The oblique presentation and certain aspects of the gameplay might well drive some gamers away, however.”
read full review ↗ - 83Enter the GungeonApr 5, 2016 · Gian Coppola
“Enter the Gungeon not only refines the mechanics of the roguelike shooter, but also introduces an eclectic mix of gameplay features from other genres with skillful execution. With brilliant pixel art, incredible attention to detail, Devolver Digital-esque humour, a wealth of content, and a high level of replayability, this is a brilliant game.”
read full review ↗ - 91DARK SOULS™ IIIApr 4, 2016 · Richard Scott-Jones
“Every element of Dark Souls III reinforces the others, from the broad, contiguous sweep of its stunning yet desolate world to the tiniest, menacing croak of a waiting basilisk. This triumphant summation of the series to date sets a new standard for action-RPG gameplay, and is a landmark achievement in game design.”
read full review ↗ - 81Quantum BreakApr 1, 2016 · Melissa Vach
“Quantum Break combines masterful storytelling with fast-paced combat and great acting to prove that linear games are still a force to be reckoned with. You'll want to play through this game more than once to catch all of the nuances it has to offer.”
read full review ↗ - 81Samorost 3Mar 29, 2016 · Chan Khee Hoon
“Samorost 3 is an enthralling trip that fuels your wanderlust. Just like visiting an old friend, it’s tempting to pop by again after you’re done - if only to relive your memories.”
read full review ↗ - 80Far Cry® PrimalMar 1, 2016 · Chris Groves
“A well-polished entry into a genre quickly increasing in popularity, Far Cry Primal is one of the best games of 2016 so far. With enough beauty to keep you exploring and enough danger to make you nervous whilst doing it, Primal implores you to play on.”
read full review ↗ - 74SUPERHOTFeb 25, 2016 · Richard Scott-Jones
“Superhot is a groundbreaking idea wrapped in a slick, minimalist aesthetic. Though its gameplay offers little variety, it is fun and truly unique, and comes at a fair price.”
read full review ↗ - 78Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfare 2: Deluxe EditionFeb 25, 2016 · Richard Scott-Jones
“Garden Warfare 2 looks great, boasts a huge roster of inventive characters and contributes much to the social shooter genre. Single-player and PvE content is lacking, however, and this exacerbates the already glacial pace of progression.”
read full review ↗ - 85The Flame in the FloodFeb 24, 2016 · John Hiner
“The Flame in the Flood's relentlessly real time gameplay combined with an almost exclusive focus on crafting, survival and preparedness makes it a refreshing and unique take on the roguelike. Combined with a low-ploy visual style that's easy on the eyes when it's not downright beautiful, vivid sound design and a mild acoustic soundtrack, this one's got a lot going for it. Be prepared to start over a lot, though.”
read full review ↗ - 80Ninja Senki DXFeb 23, 2016 · George Umbarger
“Ninja Senki DX revels in its own simplicity, distilling the basics of 2D platformers into a single, beginner-friendly crash course in the genre. It's not the fanciest or the most difficult, but every aspect of it is carefully calculated to provide a satisfying experience for players of all levels of experience.”
read full review ↗ - 83Street Fighter VFeb 15, 2016 · Chan Khee Hoon
“Like Ken in his black training shirt, Street Fighter V offers a different fighting experience without losing its soul and essence. If Capcom can fix the frustrating PC issues with the keyboard, this game would truly be impeccable.”
read full review ↗ - 75UnravelFeb 15, 2016 · Melissa Vach
“Unravel is artistic to its core; it makes up for its limited complexity by shaping an atmosphere that draws you in and makes you see Yarny as more than just a cute mascot, with music that's both mood appropriate to the game and a relaxing soundtrack outside of it.”
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