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 1 time.
Computed 28m 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 (17 tracked)
- 88Dying Light: The BeastOct 12, 2025 · Alessandro Caluri
“Dying Light: The Beast stands out as a determined return to the series’ intense and grim atmosphere, featuring a more streamlined direction and a less elaborate narrative than in the past. The gameplay experience highlights parkour, visceral combat, and survival tension, all enhanced by a new rural setting and mechanics that emphasize both cooperative play and competitive dynamics. The introduction of “beastly” abilities and the revamped progression system add depth to multiplayer sessions, reaffirming co-op as one of the core pillars of the gameplay offering. From a technical standpoint, some issues persist, such as mission structure limitations and occasional bugs, while the storytelling takes a direct approach that favors adrenaline over complex plot-building. Overall, Dying Light: The Beast doesn’t rewrite the formula but solidifies what fans already love, with design choices that reward action, exploration, and teamwork, offering an effective reinterpretation of the series’ foundation.”
read full review ↗ - 80Borderlands 4Sep 27, 2025 · Daniele Caluri
“Borderlands 4 is not just the new chapter of a legendary saga, but the result of an evolution that has managed to listen to the fans without forgetting its roots. Gearbox has crafted a title that feels both familiar and innovative: the unmistakable artistic direction, the over-the-top, adrenaline-fueled gameplay, the increasingly robust multiplayer, and a finally more substantial narrative make this installment a new benchmark for the genre. Of course, there are a few imperfections: some side missions feel a bit too familiar, the narrative rhythm occasionally dips, and the technical performance, while solid, doesn’t quite push the limits. However, these are minor details that don’t compromise an otherwise thrilling experience. Ultimately, Borderlands 4 is a triumphant return — a game that entertains, surprises, and keeps players glued to the screen for dozens upon dozens of hours. For veterans, it’s a dream come true; for newcomers, it’s the perfect moment to enter a universe dripping with personality and style.”
read full review ↗ - 80Mafia: The Old CountryAug 14, 2025 · Alessandro Caluri
“Mafia: Terra Madre is a game that dares to step off the series’ usual tracks, setting aside the sprawling open world in favor of a more intimate narrative, deeply rooted in a meticulously recreated historical context. The early-1900s Sicilian setting, the Sicilian-language voice acting, and the attention to cultural detail breathe authenticity into the experience and give the game a strong identity. However, that same identity is where some friction emerges. The semi-open map structure, dotted with invisible walls, restricts exploratory freedom, while the scarcity of points of interest dampens the desire to wander, despite the presence of collectibles and hidden items that provide tangible bonuses to the character. The gameplay alternates intense moments — weighty melee clashes and grounded shootouts — with slower stretches, but these latter phases can at times slide into monotony, imparting a pronounced sense of “heaviness.” Ultimately, Terra Madre rewards those seeking an atmospheric tale and a carefully crafted historical reconstruction, but it may leave fans of the series’ freer, more frenetic action somewhat perplexed. It’s a game that doesn’t aim to please everyone, yet it leaves a mark on those willing to accept its rhythm and its rules.”
read full review ↗ - 91Assassin's Creed ValhallaNov 16, 2020 · Alessandro Caluri
“With Assassin's Creed Valhalla Ubisoft has undoubtedly touched substantial improvements from previous titles. Unlike its predecessors, Valhalla focuses a lot on history but even more on the return to the Creed, which finally reappears after several years of absences. The assassins are back and with them the ancestral struggle against the Order.”
read full review ↗ - 86Mafia: Definitive EditionOct 7, 2020 · Alessandro Caluri
“Without doubt it is one of the remakes made. The title has not only improved from a graphic and technical point of view, but has also supplanted those slow and unrealistic behaviors of some characters in the story.”
read full review ↗ - 68A Total War Saga: TROYAug 17, 2020 · Alessandro Caluri
“A Total War Saga: Troy is a title that shows ups and downs. Without a doubt it's a better spin-off than the previous one (Thrones of Britannia), thanks to a breathtaking setting with attention to detail. The Homeric victory is infact much more interesting than the classical one. Troy relies heavily on some mechanics but then takes inexplicable steps backwards.”
read full review ↗ - 84Bridge Constructor PortalDec 26, 2017 · Daniele Caluri
“Unlike what we think, crossing a Bridge Constructor with a Portal has produced something very beautiful and intriguing. This new title developed by ClockStone will not be the long awaited Portal 3, it is true, but it is still incredibly able to support the Valve setting. It is a very well-conceived hybrid, structured with few but complex levels.”
read full review ↗ - 77It's Quiz TimeDec 7, 2017 · Alessandro Caluri
“It's Quiz Time! it's a very interesting multiplatform game. The title is valid and, at the moment, it could really be one of the best of its kind. We hope that, over time, they will continue to support it.”
read full review ↗ - 80Mantis Burn Racing®Nov 28, 2017 · Simone Baldacci
“Mantis burn is a different title from the usual, so as to become a title I would say "must have" for your consoles. The title on Switch is so very interesting.”
read full review ↗ - 75LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2Nov 19, 2017 · Alessio Giuffrida
“If the first chapter of the series showed serious plot-level uncertainties, the same can not be said for this new title. Controllable heroes are all done very well. Each hero has his or her own skill that will be crucial to the continuation of the story or to the resolution of the challenges within the various levels of play.”
read full review ↗ - 63Ben 10Nov 15, 2017 · Giulia Esposito
“Because of its structural simplicity and the easy challenge it puts on the gamer, it is essentially aimed at younger kids and children. The clashes are very simple and the only real challenge is to increase the number of different combos. It has many limits, but it still allows you to have fun thanks to simple difficulty and extravagant enemies.”
read full review ↗ - 88Call of Duty®: WWIINov 12, 2017 · Daniele Caluri
“Call of Duty's backward leap back to the origins of the second World War setting is incredibly interesting. The zombie mode is fun, allowing us to vary a lot, while at the same time offering a very high and satisfying challenge.”
read full review ↗ - 91Assassin's Creed® OriginsNov 5, 2017 · Alessandro Caluri
“The series of Assassin's Creed has decided to stop for a year after the release of Syndicate, to regroup and find a way to lessen the criticism received. The role-playing footprint is marked and appreciable with the leveling and the equipment's enhancement system that allows the gaming aspect to vary greatly.”
read full review ↗ - 80South Park™: The Fractured But Whole™Oct 29, 2017 · Alessio Giuffrida
“When addressing some hot topics, you must have the intelligence. The pungent irony of South Park is exhilarating, able to entertain without falling into banality. The open world system is functional and incredibly enriches the entire game. Superheroes all over the world, join in the sound of fractures!”
read full review ↗ - 73Dungeons 3Oct 22, 2017 · Alessio Giuffrida
“Have you ever thought that Good's Forces are boring? Have you ever imagined being "The Evil"? Finally we can sow chaos and destruction. Developing your dungeon has never been so fun.”
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