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 38 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 18 times.
Computed 49m 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.
- +38No Man's Skyoutlet 80 · players 42 · Aug 2016
- -38Middle-earth™: Shadow of Mordor™outlet 50 · players 88 · Oct 2014
- -22Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Editionoutlet 70 · players 92 · May 2020
- -22Xenoblade Chronicles 3outlet 70 · players 92 · Jul 2022
- -19Mario Party Superstarsoutlet 60 · players 79 · Oct 2021
- -15ELDEN RINGoutlet 70 · players 85 · Mar 2022
- +32Mortal Kombat Xoutlet 80 · players 48 · Feb 2016
- +24FOR HONOR™outlet 70 · players 46 · Feb 2017
- +27Spellbreakoutlet 80 · players 53 · Sep 2020
- -12Pokemon Legends: Arceusoutlet 70 · players 82 · Jan 2022
Recent reviews (365 tracked)
- 90Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026 · Mufaddal Fakhruddin
“Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is Asobo at its most confident, delivering a gorgeous, tightly paced adventure with superb performances, clever puzzles and surprisingly fun combat.”
read full review ↗ - 70CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERSAug 26, 2026 · Ali El Sayed
“World Fighters finally makes the football almost as fun as the fireballs.”
read full review ↗ - 90Mortal Shell IIAug 17, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Mortal Shell 2 is a remarkable sequel that takes the Soulslike formula apart and rebuilds it on its own terms, while doubling down on its strange goth-metal aesthetic. It is occasionally uneven, but the ambition, combat and sheer personality make Mortal Shell 2 one of the most exciting RPGs of the year.”
read full review ↗ - 70Ascend to ZEROJul 28, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Ascend to ZERO elevates a familiar roguelike formula with an ingenious time-manipulation mechanic that influences every decision you make. While it stumbles slightly with pacing and long-term variety, its clever core gameplay and addictive progression make it one of the more memorable action roguelikes in recent years.”
read full review ↗ - 70Halo: Campaign EvolvedJul 27, 2026 · Ali El Sayed
“Halo: Campaign Evolved rebuilds a legend with impressive technology, but the original remains more convincing whenever design matters more than detail.”
read full review ↗ - 90Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is a confident modernization of one of Ubisoft's most beloved adventures. Even without the nostalgia factor, it stands on its own as a gorgeous, endlessly enjoyable pirate epic whose thrilling ship battles, expressive combat, and infectious sense of adventure make it one of the year's most entertaining games.”
read full review ↗ - 80Gothic 1 RemakeJun 16, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Gothic 1 Remake is a successful resurrection of a cult classic that refuses to sand off its rough edges. Those willing to meet the gameon its own terms will find a deeply immersive RPG with a distinct identity.”
read full review ↗ - 100007 First LightMay 26, 2026 · Ali El Sayed
“First Light feels like a true Bond game, a strong IO Interactive game, and the best blueprint 007 has had in video games for decades. It balances story, action, stealth, gadgets, and style better than any Bond game before it.”
read full review ↗ - 70Thick As ThievesMay 21, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Thick as Thieves is a small but stylish stealth experience that punches above its weight thanks to excellent level design, immersive sim sensibilities, and a fantastic atmosphere. It’s polished, clever, and extremely fun – especially with a friend in co-op.”
read full review ↗ - 80Yoshi and the Mysterious BookMay 19, 2026
“Yoshi's newest adventure on the Switch 2 is a unique creature-watching safari that's more an open-ended puzzle game than a classic Yoshi's Island-style platformer—an excellent gameplay change if you go in with an open mind.”
read full review ↗ - 70Forza Horizon 6May 14, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Forza Horizon 6 is not the reinvention this 14 year old series is desperately calling for, but it is the most refined rendition of the series formula yet, which is still worth celebrating.”
read full review ↗ - 70Invincible VSApr 30, 2026 · Ali El Sayed
“Invincible VS hits hard enough to satisfy fans, but not cleanly enough to feel truly invincible.”
read full review ↗ - 80PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026 · Vincent Peter
“Small in scope but big in ideas and production value, Pragmata features tense, hack-and-shoot gameplay that shouldn't be missed.”
read full review ↗ - 90MarathonApr 11, 2026
“Marathon is a thrilling extraction shooter with satisfying gunplay, beautiful art direction, and tough-as-nails difficulty. It's a breath of fresh air in a packed genre, and one of the best games of the year.”
read full review ↗ - 90MarathonApr 11, 2026
“Marathon is a thrilling extraction shooter with satisfying gunplay, beautiful art direction, and tough-as-nails difficulty. It's a breath of fresh air in a packed genre, and one of the best games of the year.”
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