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 3 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 0 times.
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.
Recent reviews (28 tracked)
- 80South Park™: The Fractured But Whole™Mar 26, 2018 · Kaisernik
“South Park: The Fractured But Whole is a good game, but fails at living up to the expectations set by its predecessor The Stick of Truth. Unfortunately, the gameplay was padded so much with filler that it killed the pacing. In Ubisoft's desire to make a Triple-A blockbuster, they instead weakened something that could've been a Double-A masterpiece.”
read full review ↗ - 91Ori and the Blind ForestJan 11, 2018 · Cascassus
“Moon Games Studios' debut title Ori and the Blind Forest is a very promising one.The challenging Metroidvania gameplay is well-accompanied by a beautiful hand-drawn world and rousing soundtrack that really immerse you into the game world.”
read full review ↗ - 80Human Fall FlatDec 22, 2017 · Kaisernik
“The port of Human Fall Flat to the Nintendo Switch is ok but far from great. The game is definitely a worthwhile play if you like phyics-based puzzles, but maybe pick it up on a light discount.”
read full review ↗ - 84Assassin's Creed® OriginsDec 21, 2017 · Vectorarrow8
“One of the better entries in the Assassin's Creed series.”
read full review ↗ - 68Never Stop Sneakin'Dec 13, 2017 · Kaisernik
“While the base gameplay of the title is solid and great, the lack of variety really hurts it. This is especially upsetting as the game is highly polished in virtually every single aspect. With a few improvements, the game could really be something very unique and special. Since the base gameplay is solid, you might find to enjoy it if you play it for shorter section. Are you entertained by goofy humour and are looking for something low-stress to play inbetween sessions? You might find this title to be quite interesting.”
read full review ↗ - 77The Mummy DemasteredOct 24, 2017 · Kaisernikread full review ↗
- 90SteamWorld Dig 2Oct 3, 2017 · Kaisernik
“SteamWorld Dig 2 has absolutely fantastic gameplay that builds on well onto the already strong gameplay of the original. Unless you dislike platformers, you should put this game onto your radar.”
read full review ↗ - 79Sonic ManiaAug 20, 2017 · Kaisernik
“Sonic Mania does a lot of things right but also gets quite a bit of stuff wrong, stemming mostly from its gameplay being designed over 20 years. Still, we can recommend it to anyone who enjoys a more casual platformer.”
read full review ↗ - 86Shovel Knight: Specter of TormentAug 11, 2017 · Cascassus
“True to its promises, Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment strives to deliver a Jump'n'Run experience that truly lives up to the base game. While keeping the core elements intact, some simple, but meaningful changes to gameplay and atmosphere allow it to stand off at its own entity.”
read full review ↗ - 67Phantom TriggerAug 11, 2017 · Kaisernikread full review ↗
- 82Titanfall® 2Aug 8, 2017 · Kaisernikread full review ↗
- 78Infinite MinigolfJul 30, 2017 · Kaisernikread full review ↗
- 71OvercookedJul 28, 2017 · Kaisernikread full review ↗
- 81Enter the GungeonJul 18, 2017 · Cascassus
“Enter the Gungeon is a very solid Bullet Hell-Roguelite. While it does relatively little new things in terms of gameplay, it combines traditional features in a fresh matter and underlines them with its own unique and quirky charm.”
read full review ↗ - 83Shantae: Half-Genie HeroJun 12, 2017 · Kaisernikread full review ↗