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 6 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 2 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.
- -31Broforceoutlet 61 · players 92 · Mar 2016
- +15DRAGON BALL FighterZoutlet 91 · players 76 · Jan 2018
- +23SOULCALIBUR VIoutlet 90 · players 67 · Nov 2018
- +11ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWNoutlet 83 · players 72 · Mar 2019
- -30Overcookedoutlet 57 · players 87 · Aug 2016
- -26Tales of Berseria™outlet 65 · players 91 · Jan 2017
- +22Mega Man X Legacy Collectionoutlet 84 · players 62 · Jul 2018
- +23Call of Duty®: Infinite Warfareoutlet 57 · players 34 · Nov 2016
- -34Mega Man 11outlet 57 · players 91 · Nov 2018
- +12Worms W.M.Doutlet 83 · players 71 · Aug 2016
Recent reviews (65 tracked)
- 37Days GoneApr 27, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Think of the most unremarkable thing you've ever blended together in a blender. That's Days Gone. It's a strange game in Sony's library of games this generation as one would not expect this from the publisher. If anything Bend Studios deserve another chance to create their magnum opus because Days Gone clearly is not that”
read full review ↗ - 52Mortal Kombat 11Apr 23, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Mortal Kombat 11 is a good game ruined by odd decisions. NetherRealm and Warner Bros have pushed consumers into one little corner. Basically "purchase our in-game currency or suffer and grind for hours". That is not fair; it's not fair to the fanbase, the consumers and the franchise. Mortal Kombat deserves better.”
read full review ↗ - 93Devil May Cry 5Apr 9, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Devil May Cry 5 is fun, stylish and sexy. This isn't just the best Devil May Cry game but the best game in the entire Character Action genre.”
read full review ↗ - 64Metro ExodusMar 30, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“In the end, 4A Games missed the mark with Metro Exodus. It's disappointing, but in a way, it's a good thing too. It means they still have a lot to learn and Metro still needs to continue growing as a franchise.”
read full review ↗ - 41SNK HEROINES Tag Team FrenzyMar 16, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“SNK Heroines is a soulless and embarrassing game pandering to an audience that doesn't exist. The perfect gift for your worst enemy.”
read full review ↗ - 83ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWNMar 3, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Ace Combat 7 is a visually striking game with a top tier soundtrack and excellent performance. That said the game is challenging and unforgivable for newcomers but an enjoyable experience overall.”
read full review ↗ - 98KINGDOM HEARTS III + Re Mind (DLC)Jan 31, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Kingdom Hearts 3 is epic, bold and ambitious. It's a brilliant conclusion to the saga. Kingdom Hearts 3 isn't only the best game in the series but the best Square Enix game since Final Fantasy XII.”
read full review ↗ - 76Resident Evil 2Jan 27, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Resident Evil 2 is a solid remake with great visuals and satisfying gameplay. Having said that this remake suffers from a disappointing soundtrack.”
read full review ↗ - 85Tales of Vesperia: Definitive EditionJan 10, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“Tales of Vesperia has aged like fine wine. It's an excellent JRPG with a fantastic cast of characters, and a must buy for fans of the genre.”
read full review ↗ - 34MY HERO ONE'S JUSTICEJan 6, 2019 · Jordan Micheal
“My Hero One's Justice is a disappointing game and doesn't do the anime justice”
read full review ↗ - 69OCTOPATH TRAVELER™Dec 26, 2018 · Jordan Micheal
“Octopath Traveler is a decent game with breathtaking visuals but has a dull battle system with a set of uninteresting characters.”
read full review ↗ - 16Fallout 76Nov 18, 2018 · Jordan Micheal
“Fallout 76 is one of the worst games of this year. It's a huge mess and Bethesda must go back to the basics after this game.”
read full review ↗ - 90SOULCALIBUR VINov 18, 2018 · Jordan Micheal
“SoulCalibur VI is the best SoulCalibur game in over a decade”
read full review ↗ - 77Red Dead Redemption 2Nov 15, 2018 · Jordan Micheal
“Red Dead Redemption 2 has its fair share of problems, but as a package, there is no denying that Rockstar has made a solid game and one that will be remembered.”
read full review ↗ - 57Mega Man 11Nov 1, 2018 · Jordan Micheal
“Mega Man 11 is an overpriced and unsatisfying game with a disappointing soundtrack”
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