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 2 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 1 time.
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.
Recent reviews (38 tracked)
- 80Metro ExodusFeb 25, 2019 · Craig Shields
“It’s dark, it’s punishing and it has an atmosphere that brings its dead world to life. While Metro Exodus has problems in the gameplay and technical department, it still offers a wonderful alternative to games that are a little bit more safe.”
read full review ↗ - 100Resident Evil 2Jan 28, 2019 · Craig Shields
“It’s not a remake, it’s a brand new game and a fantastic one at that. Resident Evil 2 2019 is one of the best games of this or indeed any generation as it combines visual and audio mastery to produce a paranoia-inducing game that isn’t matched by many.”
read full review ↗ - 80Red Dead Redemption 2Nov 8, 2018 · Craig Shields
“Red Dead Redemption 2 has problems when it comes to its moment-to-moment gameplay but its attempt at pushing the boundary in mechanics, interaction and narrative within an open world that’s one of the finest ever crafted, almost more than makes up for its faults.”
read full review ↗ - 80Two Point HospitalSep 9, 2018 · Alexandra Collinson
“Two Point Hospital is a strong (and long awaited) follow-up to Theme Hospital. It allows you to live the nostalgia of the old games whilst still feeling fresh and modern when compared to games of today.”
read full review ↗ - 80Overcooked! 2Aug 6, 2018 · Alexandra Collinson
“Overcooked 2 doesn’t reinvent itself but the new additions are welcomed and definitely enhance a game that already had a good recipe. I’m glad that they didn’t mess with this and have kept this familiar feel. Overcooked 2 allows you to continue with all the fun from the first game with some great new levels.”
read full review ↗ - 40Punch ClubJun 4, 2018 · Alexandra Collinson
“Unfortunatly, Punch Club just does not live up to its promise or its looks. The time management aspect takes over in a frustrating manner, which combined with hands-off fights creates a mundane game.”
read full review ↗ - 80Detroit: Become HumanMay 27, 2018 · Craig Shields
“Detroit Become Human touches on interesting and pertinent subjects that affect both our world and its. While it doesn’t present an overly compelling story, by the time the credits rolled it made me think about the decisions I made in a way I wasn’t expecting and in that regard, Quantic Dream achieved what it set out to do. A narrative-driven game with the ability to make players think about their decisions.”
read full review ↗ - 100God of WarMay 9, 2018 · Alex Sodhi
“There is no other way to put it, God of War is a masterpiece. It takes a huge step away from its roots but still manages to hold onto the things that made it great in the first place. The new direction has set up a lot of potential in the future and I can’t wait to see what comes after this.”
read full review ↗ - 80Masters of AnimaApr 21, 2018 · Alex Sodhi
“On the surface of it, most people would assume that Master of Anima would feel just like a Pikmin game but this simply isn’t the case. At times it feels like there is much more depth and strategy with the combat system and it feels extremely rewarding. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Master of Anima to anyone who enjoys strategy games or generally likes a new challenge because this will feel unfamiliar to a lot of people.”
read full review ↗ - 80DRAGON BALL FighterZFeb 10, 2018 · Jason Rocha
“Those familiar with the source material will absolutely love what FighterZ has to offer, from Easter eggs to unparalleled graphics, it's a true step forward for the franchise. The uninitiated however, still have an excellent fighting game to sink hours into.”
read full review ↗ - 80Mantis Burn Racing®Dec 11, 2017 · Craig Shields
“There’s no doubt that there’s an audience for Mantis Burn Racing. It’s a neat little top-down racing game that’s great for the pick-up and play nature of the Switch. It’s let down by a lack of variety and personality but don’t let that put you off if you’re a keen racer and own a Switch.”
read full review ↗ - 40Sonic ForcesNov 12, 2017 · Craig Shields
“It’s not the 3D Sonic game we wanted but it’s the one we’ve got. Sonic Forces gives us glimpses of what a good Sonic 3D game could look like but it does so much wrong that it’s not worth your time or money unless you’re a truly die-hard Sonic fan.”
read full review ↗ - 40Unbox: Newbie's AdventureNov 12, 2017 · Alexandra Collinson
“At a basic level, Unbox does have its moments, but unfortunately, it has too many shortcomings for it to overcome the many issues it has, in particular with the controls and the camera which can’t be ignored.”
read full review ↗ - 80The Escapists 2Sep 10, 2017 · Alex Sodhi
“For the amount of content and replayability that you get, The Escapist 2 is a fantastic game for new and old players, it’s a really fun puzzle game with a unique RPG twist and offers bags of fun for a reasonable price.”
read full review ↗ - 100Sonic ManiaAug 20, 2017 · Craig Shields
“Sonic Mania proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that Sonic is better in 2D. Mania cleverly leans on the best of Sonic’s past while also carving its own path for a bright future for the blue blur. Welcome back Sonic.”
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