How this trust score was computed
This reviewer publishes verdicts, not numbers, so trust comes from their recommend/pan calls: call accuracy (50%): when they say buy, do players end up satisfied, and when they say skip, do players agree; alignment (25%): do their recommendations sort games the way players do; and player-side (25%): on games where press and players sharply disagreed, whose side were they on. The blend is shrunk toward a neutral prior (60) so small histories can't peg the scale, and recent verdicts weigh more (2-year half-life).
Controversy record: on 1 game where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 0 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.
Recent reviews (12 tracked)
- 90Songbird SymphonyFeb 5, 2020 · Christopher Snelgrove
“An engrossing, challenging, and colorful experiment that blends both platforming and rhythm gaming, and does so beautifully, with style to spare.”
read full review ↗ - 80MUSYNXDec 6, 2018 · Christopher Snelgrove
“Musynx shamelessly copies the formula of hitting falling notes to create a song as you go, but that's hardly a bad thing, even if it lacks innovation and the style of its predecessors. What it lacks in creativity, it makes up for with the breadth and depth of a massive, unprecedentedly varied soundtrack.”
read full review ↗ - 90WandersongAug 27, 2018 · Aaron Auzins
“The game doesn't hold the player's hand through every step of the way, yet, still many of the mechanics are generous to the point where a very wide range of players will find Wandersong accessible and fun. This is a great game that was hard for me to put down and shouldn't have troubles finding a dedicated playerbase.”
read full review ↗ - 100LUMINES REMASTEREDJun 26, 2018 · Michael Kobzik
“Lumines Remastered polishes the original game to a shine, and welcomes a whole new generation to the puzzle party. It can be tough to master, but at a value price, it’s worth getting lost in the music and blocks all over again.”
read full review ↗ - 80MUSYNXJun 18, 2018 · Michael Kobzik
“MUSYNX is a solid rhythm-action title for the Switch. The traditional genre gameplay appeals well to casual and hardcore fans. Though somewhat flawed, MUSYNX is a polished product that feels satisfying and addictive.”
read full review ↗ - 90Just Shapes & BeatsJun 8, 2018 · Michael Kobzik
“Just Shapes & Beats shapes up to be a perfect party music game for the Switch. It may be short, and not the best solo experience, but it’s still a fun ride with plenty of replay value.”
read full review ↗ - 60Runner3May 23, 2018 · Michael Kobzik
“RUNNER3 is a remarkable aspiration. The game wants to be fluid, colorful, charming, and accessible, but fails to achieve these goals. RUNNER3’s gameplay is a true test of patience and persistence. For those who can bear it, the game is rewarding, but for those looking for a fun romp, they might want to look elsewhere.”
read full review ↗ - 75The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance FloorSep 1, 2017 · Michael Sullivan
“If you're looking for a new experience and you're a hardcore fan of the rhythm genre I say give it a shot. If you're looking for a true RPG experience or a deep challenging rhythm game, search elsewhere.”
read full review ↗ - 60AaeroApr 16, 2017 · Christopher Snelgrove
“Aaero is an interesting experiment at mixing rail shooting with rail movement and has a nice, eclectic soundtrack, but the end result is too chaotic to be very enjoyable unless you want a challenge that's more frustrating than rewarding.”
read full review ↗ - 85Rez InfiniteOct 12, 2016 · Paul Hartling
“The incredible gameplay, audio and visuals Enhance Games created is simply amazing for a launch PlayStation VR title, very rare in some cases. The VR option only adding to the immersion to this on-rails shooter is one of the best reasons to pick up a PlayStation VR unit. Although the game is very short, new content and unlockables by replaying areas make great use of your time.”
read full review ↗ - 90ThumperOct 5, 2016 · Paul Hartling
“Thumper's difficulty continues to put a knife up to me and my 'X' button. The game thrives in it's mesmerizing atmosphere, soundtrack and difficulty, which is really all you need.”
read full review ↗ - 80Chime SharpAug 11, 2016 · Aaron Auzins
“While the original title might not have held the spotlight for long, Chime Sharp hits all the right notes to make the sequel recommended. It’s a no-brainer for those who liked Chime, and those looking for a new puzzle experience and are willing to put a short amount of time into learning the game will get a solid game experience for about the price of a music CD on a store shelf.”
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