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 67 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 27 times.
Computed 44m 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.
- +34FOR HONOR™outlet 80 · players 46 · Feb 2017
- +33Warhammer 40,000: Darktideoutlet 80 · players 47 · Dec 2022
- +32Total War: WARHAMMER IIIoutlet 80 · players 48 · Feb 2022
- +27Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 90 · players 63 · Mar 2025
- +27Far Cry® 5outlet 90 · players 63 · Mar 2018
- +28Warhammer: Vermintide 2outlet 90 · players 62 · Mar 2018
- +22Hollow Knight: Silksongoutlet 100 · players 79 · Sep 2025
- +24Starfieldoutlet 75 · players 51 · Sep 2023
- +27TEKKEN 8outlet 100 · players 73 · Feb 2024
- +32Wo Long: Fallen Dynastyoutlet 80 · players 48 · Mar 2023
Recent reviews (648 tracked)
- 70Agent 64: Spies Never DieAug 23, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“A successful—and in some ways even brilliant—attempt to create a game in the spirit of Nintendo 64 shooters. As a nostalgic experience, Agent 64 is a great game. But as a standalone title, it doesn't stand out in any way and will likely bewilder those outside the game's target audience.”
read full review ↗ - 60Beast of ReincarnationAug 22, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“An atmospheric and occasionally touching action game from a studio that has never done anything like it, and unfortunately, it shows. The plot is depressing, exploring the locations isn't particularly engaging, and the bosses are repetitive—but the excellent combat system alone makes it worth checking out. Waiting for a huge discount, of course.”
read full review ↗ - 100Big WalkAug 16, 2026 · Михаил Пономарев
“One of the best games for spending time with friends. Big Walk doesn't try to limit you, doesn't force you to rush, and doesn't stress you out, but creates all the conditions for a fun and soulful time.”
read full review ↗ - 75Corsair CoveAug 9, 2026 · Михаил Пономарев
“The original concept and decent execution make Corsair Cove worthy of attention from genre fans, but some flaws and general inconveniences could easily turn off many gamers—at least until potential patches appear.”
read full review ↗ - 80Kusan: City of WolvesAug 8, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“Perhaps the most successful attempt at a full-fledged Hotline Miami clone. Kusan won't replace the third installment in the series, but it will at least evoke emotions similar to those experienced many years ago while playing the Devolver Digital classic.”
read full review ↗ - 80Halo: Campaign EvolvedAug 1, 2026 · Денис Щенников
“Campaign Evolved does not bring evolution to the Halo table. Still, this is the best way to play the original Combat Evolved campaign today.”
read full review ↗ - 90The Mermaid MaskJul 31, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“The Mermaid Mask turned out to be not only the most successful game about detective Grimoire, but also one of the best detective adventures in recent years.”
read full review ↗ - 80Moss: The Forgotten Relic Jul 26, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“Charming platformers that didn't lose their appeal after the disappearance of VR requirements. The main drawback is that the second game is much better than the first one, but it doesn't mean that you won't have fun playing both of them.”
read full review ↗ - 90Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 19, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“An excellent remake that reminds us why Black Flag is considered one of the best games in the series. And after Resynced - one of the most beautiful, too.”
read full review ↗ - 80Crushed In TimeJul 12, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“This year, such a release was Crushed in Time, simultaneously reminiscent of classic humorous quests from the LucasArts era and attempting to bring something new to the genre. It's not without its typical quest flaws, but the unique, flexible gameplay and solid humor outweigh these few shortcomings—we can't wait to see what else these developers can come up with.”
read full review ↗ - 50Dark ScrollsJul 11, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“Devolver Digital often publishes experimental and unusual games, and Dark Scrolls certainly qualifies as such. But while playing, I'm reminded time and again of another recent release, Ball x Pit.”
read full review ↗ - 80Deer & BoyJul 5, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“A charming and touching platformer that may seem formulaic and basic from the outside, but in fact turns out to be quite original and memorable.”
read full review ↗ - 80Call of the Elder GodsJun 27, 2026 · Денис Щенников
“Call of the Elder Gods is a solid sequel for the first entry. Although this time it has no ace up the sleeve.”
read full review ↗ - 70PhonopolisJun 21, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“Phonopolis has a derivative story and a brilliant art style, and you reach the credits because you want to see everything the developers have crafted. But the game barely comes close to matching Amanita's best releases.”
read full review ↗ - 60Solarpunk™Jun 20, 2026 · Алексей Лихачев
“Despite all its flaws, Solarpunk is still so captivating that you sometimes lose track of time.”
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