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 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.
- +31Call of Duty®: WWIIoutlet 87 · players 56 · Nov 2017
- -32ELEXoutlet 40 · players 72 · Oct 2017
- +17Middle-earth™: Shadow of War™outlet 90 · players 73 · Oct 2017
- -16My Time at Portiaoutlet 69 · players 86 · Apr 2019
- +23Vampyroutlet 90 · players 67 · Jun 2018
- +17Absolveroutlet 80 · players 63 · Aug 2017
- -35ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove!outlet 50 · players 85 · Feb 2019
- -24Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chroniclesoutlet 50 · players 74 · Jul 2017
- -19Hard Reset Reduxoutlet 62 · players 81 · Jun 2016
Recent reviews (42 tracked)
- 85BIOMUTANTMay 24, 2021 · Bobby Bernstein
“Biomutant feels like Rocket Raccoon meets Kung Fu Panda meets WildStar’s Chua class – in all the best ways possible.”
read full review ↗ - –DARK SOULS™ IIIApr 21, 2021 · Collin MacGregor
“Dark Souls 3, is a journey I won’t likely forget anytime soon. While it was not as polished as its pseudo cousin Bloodborne, the amazing world design and mix of combat more than made up for this. If this really is the last in the Souls series, this was more than a fitting send off. This is a masterfully crafted game with both beautiful and haunting locations to discover, plunder, and die in. Praise the sun, Dark Souls 3 is a journey worth taking.”
read full review ↗ - –Children of MortaSep 17, 2019 · Elizabeth Bernstein
“The charm and sheer enjoyability were enough to compensate for the shortcomings, to an extent, and at least hold my interest until the end. Considering that it took me upwards of 20 hours to complete and the procedural generation grants it some replayability, I’d say it’s pretty reasonably priced at $21.99. It also has the option of local co-op, which I didn’t personally try out but I can easily see how that would be enjoyable. One of my first thoughts, before I realized it was an option, was actually how great multiplayer would be. So, although it may not deliver on story and the lack of difficulty leaves something to be desired, I’d still recommend Children of Morta to anyone looking for an endearing indie that they can enjoy with a friend.”
read full review ↗ - –I am SetsunaAug 18, 2019 · Elizabeth Bernstein
“Ultimately, although the story falls somewhat flat, I am Setsuna is probably worth a playthrough if you’re feeling nostalgic for Chrono Trigger or other classic JRPGs of yore. It delivers on all its promises in the strictest sense, without actually delving any deeper or providing much other than a glorified reproduction of the games it is based on; I enjoyed it, sure, but couldn’t help feeling a little disappointed at the end. The game is undeniably fun and moderately absorbing but doesn’t bring anything new to the table, leading us to wonder (not for the first time) if an outright remaster of Chrono Trigger wouldn’t have been a better use of Square Enix’s resources.”
read full review ↗ - –Sea of SolitudeJul 7, 2019 · Rhys Pugatschew
“If it isn’t obvious already, SOS may not have the challenges of wide open worlds like the Witcher series, but it does everything it set out to do and it did it with flying colors.”
read full review ↗ - –A Plague Tale: InnocenceMay 21, 2019 · Elizabeth Bernstein
“A Plague Tale: Innocence is a poignant tale about the resilience of the human spirit, the bond between a brother and sister, and how people are united in the face of tragedy. It is shockingly grim but also incredibly moving, and worth a playthrough for the story alone. If narrative-heavy games are your thing, you should definitely check this one out. If you’re hoping for a challenging and fast-paced action game, however, you may be disappointed.”
read full review ↗ - 69My Time at PortiaApr 16, 2019
“"COMBAT IS SOMEWHAT REMINISCENT OF ZELDA GAMES, AND WOULD BE ENJOYABLE WERE IT NOT PLAGUED WITH SEVERE FRAMERATE DROPS..."”
read full review ↗ - –KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 Final Chapter PrologueMar 9, 2019 · Bobby Bernstein
“But Disney’s majestic worlds and characters shine through its flaws, and with its combat, enhanced graphics, and Disney worlds, Dream Drop Distance HD is an essential for PS4-owning Kingdom Hearts lovers. Although the game has its few minor issues, they’re basically erased because of the game’s addictive combat. And now, we wait for Kingdom Hearts 3, wondering what sort of Disney worlds will make it into the upcoming fantasy game. If you’re looking for a great appetizer for Square Enix’s next entry in the franchise, Kingdom Hearts 2.8 HD: Final Chapter Prologue has all of the fantasy Disney goodness you can stomach.”
read full review ↗ - –RandallMar 8, 2019 · Bobby Bernstein
“Randall deserves praise for its unique take on the once-popular side scroller beat ’em up genre. Its creative blend of crunchy combat, sci-fi elements, and parkour-inspired platforming make it one of the year’s best indie games so far.”
read full review ↗ - 97Devil May Cry 5Mar 6, 2019 · Bobby Bernstein
“Devil May Cry 5’s self-awareness is a big part of what makes it such a great game. It doesn’t care that it’s still a linear game; it doesn’t care that it’s a hack ‘n slash in 2019; it doesn’t care that its story is mostly fan service. It embraces everything that it is – despite those elements typically being labeled as dated – and we love it more because it’s doing that.”
read full review ↗ - 60RainsweptMar 6, 2019
“"Its clunky controls, odd character design, and clumsy animations are too measurable to be ignored. If you’re looking for a challenging, Sherlock-esque game, this is probably not for you, but if you’re looking for an emotional narrative about love and loss, it’s worth the small time investment (5 or so hours)"”
read full review ↗ - 50ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove!Feb 28, 2019 · Janet Garcia
“Unfortunately, 28 years after the first game’s release means doing more of the same won’t necessarily get the same results.”
read full review ↗ - 67Far Cry® New DawnFeb 14, 2019
“"When it comes down to it, Far Cry New Dawn is a familiar yet fun experience that introduces some much-needed tweaks to Ubisoft’s stale formula. The problem, however, is that it’s too familiar and not doing enough to really warrant a playthrough..."”
read full review ↗ - 95Resident Evil 2Jan 22, 2019 · Collin MacGregor
“Resident Evil 2 isn’t just a great remake, it’s one of the best horror games of the generation.”
read full review ↗ - –Overwatch®Dec 27, 2018 · Collin MacGregor
“Overwatch is a near masterpiece in the multiplayer genre, offering a refined and highly tuned experience to veterans and newcomers alike. The memorable cast of characters combined with the beautifully designed worlds makes Overwatch a visual pleasure all on its own Combine this with the excellent combat and Blizzard may have made one of the best multiplayer games in the last decade. Whether it thrives to the length of the games like Team Fortress 2 is yet to be seen, but Overwatch won’t stop us from dumping hundreds of hours into it anytime soon.”
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