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 35 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 8 times.
Computed 4m 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.
- +52EA SPORTS FC™ 26outlet 100 · players 48 · Sep 2025
- +28Cyberpunk 2077outlet 100 · players 72 · Dec 2020
- +28Fallout 4outlet 100 · players 72 · Dec 2015
- -31Resident Evil Requiemoutlet 60 · players 91 · Feb 2026
- +36Jurassic World Evolutionoutlet 100 · players 64 · Jun 2018
- +22DARK SOULS™ IIIoutlet 100 · players 79 · Apr 2016
- +25DOOM Eternaloutlet 100 · players 76 · Mar 2020
- -29NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4outlet 60 · players 89 · Apr 2020
- -34Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogyoutlet 60 · players 95 · Apr 2019
- -30SILENT HILL 2outlet 60 · players 90 · Oct 2024
Recent reviews (325 tracked)
- 80Denshattack!Jul 15, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“Its incredibly fast-paced, unbridled nature might not be for everyone and the story it spins mightn’t be anything too special, yet for players craving a different flavour of score-chasing magic that is well-equipped to reward their mastery of a pretty odd, made-up sport, Denshattack! is off-the-rails in all the best ways.”
read full review ↗ - 100Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“Resynced is in love with the original game as much as a lot of us are, and the labours of said love are on display in almost every aspect. Put bluntly, Resynced is easily now the best way to play Assassin's Creed Black Flag either again or for the first time, further enhancing what already was the definitive single-player pirate game.”
read full review ↗ - 80The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium TalesJun 17, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“Providing you can forgive some uninspired side quest design (cat collecting aside) and a somewhat straightforward story, there’s plenty here that should make it easy for old-school action RPG heads to get their fix.”
read full review ↗ - 80007 First LightMay 26, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“James Bond's video game return is a delight from start to finish, with Hitman develop IO Interactive expertly lending its spy expertise to a new breed of interactive spy thriller.”
read full review ↗ - 60Bubsy 4DMay 21, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“Despite its short length and the general unwieldiness of some of Bubsy’s new traversal abilities, Bubsy 4D excels in being the first truly solid entry in the franchise - and it has an incredible time poking fun of itself while doing so.”
read full review ↗ - 80Forza Horizon 6May 15, 2026 · Nathan Bliss
“Forza Horizon 6 is a stunning game that delivers immersion and polish in every single way, other than one, and it's a big one.”
read full review ↗ - 80PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“Hugh and Diana’s journey may admittedly rely heavily on sci-fi tropes and the broader story suffers and ends up feeling quite small stakes as a result, yet the pair’s relationship never failed to make me care about the wider universe it hints at. A good thing, too, as it’s one I hope we get to see more of in the not too distant future.”
read full review ↗ - 60MARVEL MaXimum CollectionMar 27, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“X-Men: The Arcade Game is absolutely the highlight and biggest get, no doubt, yet there’s also plenty of joy to be found poking through all the different platform versions of every other featured game. This, coupled with plenty of modern accessibility features, results in one retro Marvel collection worth assembling for.”
read full review ↗ - 60John Carpenter's Toxic CommandoMar 11, 2026
“Although its relatively short length and limited class variety will leave some disappointed, there’s no denying how thrilling it can be to jump into a jeep and wreck shop as a team of souped-up military professionals. If you’re in the mood for old-school Left 4 Dead vibes you’ll find it here. Just don’t go in expecting too much more than that.”
read full review ↗ - 80WWE 2K26Mar 6, 2026 · Lewis Barton
“I would struggle to call this a perfect game. Graphically, the game could see some improvements, especially when it comes to weapon physics, but it’s another strong, consistent step forward for the series, and I don't think there's much more you could ask for. WWE 2K26 is still the most complete wrestling package fans could ask for.”
read full review ↗ - 80Scott Pilgrim EXMar 3, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“While the boss difficulty spikes can be annoying and some references are often at risk of being too deep, it’s safe to say I’m in lesbians with Scott Pilgrim EX.”
read full review ↗ - 60Resident Evil RequiemFeb 25, 2026
“As it stands, Requiem is a Resident Evil of two halves - and that’s by design. It’s just a shame that it results in a somewhat confused new entry that often ends up obsessed with regurgitating the past for the sake of nostalgia as opposed to forging ahead forward towards the future of survival horror.”
read full review ↗ - 80High On Life 2Feb 15, 2026
“Sure, the puzzles can grind the pace a bit and it's lacking a lot of the usual polish we've come to expect from a mid-budget shooter, but High on Life 2 still manages to be an FPS rollercoaster ride that relishes in the crass vibe it's going for.”
read full review ↗ - 60REANIMALFeb 11, 2026
“What’s here is familiar, yes, but the addition of co-op and some seriously memorable set pieces primed to send a chill down the spine mostly makes up for it. When taken as a whole, it’s hard to deny that these little nightmares have started to grow up (if only ever so slightly).”
read full review ↗ - 80Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark TiesFeb 9, 2026 · Aaron Potter
“It’s definitely a shame that the Dark Ties portion of this package never reaches its full potential, yet this is more than made up for by Yakuza Kiwami 3’s absolutely gorgeous take on Okinawa and the new-and-improved ways you’re able to interact with it. As far as beatdown-led holidays in the sun go, Yakuza Kiwami 3 serves as RGG Studio’s best reimagining yet.”
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