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 82 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 25 times.
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.
- -38Cyberpunk 2077outlet 30 · players 68 · Dec 2020
- +36Call of Duty: Black Ops 4outlet 80 · players 44 · Oct 2018
- +20Animal Crossing: New Horizonsoutlet 90 · players 70 · Mar 2020
- +35Battlefield™ 2042outlet 70 · players 35 · Nov 2021
- -25Arma 3outlet 65 · players 90 · Sep 2013
- -19Kirby and the Forgotten Landoutlet 70 · players 90 · Mar 2022
- +21Pokemon Swordoutlet 75 · players 54 · Nov 2019
- -35Hello Neighboroutlet 30 · players 65 · Dec 2017
- -30SILENT HILL 2outlet 60 · players 90 · Oct 2024
- +20Pokemon Shieldoutlet 75 · players 55 · Nov 2019
Recent reviews (784 tracked)
- 90Onimusha: Way of the SwordAug 31, 2026
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword marks a successful return for the legendary series, one that wisely steers clear of the current trend of turning action games into ‘soulslikes’. The game shines with its brilliant, gory combat system, exemplary Sekiro-esque parrying, charismatic characters (the superbly animated Musashi!) and fantastic bosses. It retains the series’ atmosphere and beautiful visuals, and the optimisation for the PS5 is flawless. The overly passive common enemies are a slight disappointment, and unfortunately there aren’t enough interesting puzzles; even so, it remains a highly satisfying power fantasy and a wonderful tribute to the series’ entire legacy. ”
read full review ↗ - 75Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026 · Dariusz Matusiak
“Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is a good example of an AA game, offering over a dozen hours of immersive gameplay in beautiful presentation (that music!). At times, it feels like watching an interactive film that occasionally lets you take the reins, and some of the mechanics seem a bit shoehorned in, but this is balanced out by engaging puzzles. I’m not likely to miss Sophia and her adventures, but ‘raiding’ ancient ruins was a lot of fun.”
read full review ↗ - 75STAR WARS Zero Company™Aug 26, 2026
“Star Wars: Zero Company is a linear, story-driven experience of about 40 hours, with solid mechanics that result in satisfying gameplay, but it is marred by annoying technical issues as well as an inconsistent pace and difficulty level. If you’re looking for a turn-based Mass Effect 2 and you love Star Wars, then Zero Company is probably for you, but it’s not really the sort of game you’ll be playing for years on end like XCOM 2.”
read full review ↗ - 75STAR WARS Zero Company™Aug 26, 2026 · Adam Kusiak
“Star Wars: Zero Company is a linear, story-driven experience of about 40 hours, with solid mechanics that result in satisfying gameplay, but it is marred by annoying technical issues as well as an inconsistent pace and difficulty level. If you’re looking for a turn-based Mass Effect 2 and you love Star Wars, then Zero Company is probably for you, but it’s not really the sort of game you’ll be playing for years on end like XCOM 2.”
read full review ↗ - 80The Sinking City 2Aug 17, 2026 · Zbigniew Woźnicki
“In the new The Sinking City, developers at Frogwares have swapped the detective-occultist gameplay for a survival horror experience. It’s a truly successful step into the genre: the combat is satisfying, and the environmental puzzles are highly inventive and engaging. Fans of the genre should keep The Sinking City 2 in mind. Those who enjoyed the first game may feel a slight disappointment, and although I initially had mixed feelings too, I ended up having a lot of fun with the game. Frogwares took a risk by ditching the detective elements, but it’s worked out very well.”
read full review ↗ - 65Beast of ReincarnationAug 4, 2026 · Filip Melzacki
“Beast of Reincarnation provides a very engaging, organic exploration with remarkable freedom of movement. It is also full of systems that aren’t always well designed and tedious cutscenes that take ages to tell a relatively simple story. It’s a decent game that comes very close to being really good, but the latter half drags it down by neglecting its greatest strengths. Ultimately, I still think the game is worth a go for fans of the genre.”
read full review ↗ - 60Halo: Campaign EvolvedAug 3, 2026 · Przemysław Dygas
“The greatest strengths of Halo: Campaign Evolved come from the quality of the original itself, as Combat Evolved remains, even after 25 years, a superb shooter. Long-time fans of the series will enjoy the remake if nostalgia is enough to win them over, but they may quickly spot some flaws – from graphics that are beautiful but hard to read to a poor remaster of the iconic soundtrack. New players would be better off trying the original or the Anniversary Edition.”
read full review ↗ - 75ZERO PARADES: For Dead SpiesJul 9, 2026 · Anna Garas
“ZERO PARADES is a game that needlessly sabotages itself by offering a knock-off of Disco Elysium writing style instead of developing its own voice. It’s a shame, because in terms of plot structure and gameplay, the new ZA/UM game surpasses its predecessor in places, so if only they’d focused on doing things their own way, we could have ended up with something truly remarkable.”
read full review ↗ - 90Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Maciej Pawlikowski
“This is perhaps the best Assassin’s Creed game I’ve ever played. Black Flag, whilst a game with a vast, open world, still holds onto what the series once stood for. It holds onto its character. Because of this, I didn’t even mind the flaws all that much – the ones I’d subconsciously linked to that old, well-worn and much-loved Assassin’s Creed series. With Black Flag Resynced, Ubisoft has brought out the very best in the game, reminding us once again why this series became so popular.”
read full review ↗ - 75Gothic 1 RemakeJun 12, 2026 · Krzysztof Lewandowski
“Alkimia has delivered a game that captures the strengths of its predecessor, led by a brilliantly constructed world and the brutal harshness of life in the Mining Valley. Defying contemporary trends, Gothic Remake doesn’t hold the player’s hand and rewards them with a great sense of satisfaction as they make progress. It’s just a shame that we’ve ended up with a game plagued by so many bugs.”
read full review ↗ - 75Gothic 1 RemakeJun 12, 2026
“Alkimia has delivered a game that captures the strengths of its predecessor, led by a brilliantly constructed world and the brutal harshness of life in the Mining Valley. Defying contemporary trends, Gothic Remake doesn’t hold the player’s hand and rewards them with a great sense of satisfaction as they make progress. It’s just a shame that we’ve ended up with a game plagued by so many bugs.”
read full review ↗ - 90007 First LightMay 29, 2026 · Dariusz Matusiak
“007: First Light is a brilliant example of the potential that still exists in well-made single-player action games. Not a single cent of the considerable budget has been wasted – we’ve been treated to a superb, immersive spectacle that blurs the line between engaging gameplay and an interactive film. The somewhat drawn-out ending or a few simplified mechanics do nothing to spoil the overall impression, as it’s been a long time since I played a game where individual scenes and moments stuck so firmly in my memory.”
read full review ↗ - 70Yoshi and the Mysterious BookMay 19, 2026
“Yoshi and the Mysterious Book will appeal to players who enjoy exploration and an experimental approach to gameplay, as well as those seeking a relaxing experience. Although I personally prefer a slightly greater challenge and more motivation to achieve 100% completion, I certainly don’t regret the dozen or so pleasant hours I spent playing the game.”
read full review ↗ - 80LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark KnightMay 18, 2026 · Krzysztof Lewandowski
“This is a really great game for all Batman fans. It can be a bit rough around the edges technically, and the gameplay is a bit too basic at times, but it’s hard not to appreciate just how much the developers love the Dark Knight in all his incarnations.”
read full review ↗ - 80Forza Horizon 6May 14, 2026 · Krzysztof Mysiak
“I’m as captivated as I am frustrated by Forza Horizon 6. It’s still the best open-world racing game on the market and I intend to spend hundreds of hours playing it – but after a four-year wait and significant competition, I was expecting more innovation. It’s simply more of the same, just on a fresh and beautiful map.”
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