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 171 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 33 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.
- +40Hot Wheels: Rift Rallyoutlet 80 · players 40 · Apr 2023
- -50House Flipperoutlet 40 · players 90 · Jul 2020
- -37Firewatchoutlet 45 · players 82 · Feb 2016
- -33Slime Rancheroutlet 60 · players 93 · Sep 2018
- +32DARK SOULS™: REMASTEREDoutlet 94 · players 62 · Jun 2018
- -37Graveyard Keeperoutlet 40 · players 78 · Aug 2018
- -17Final Fantasy XVoutlet 59 · players 76 · Jan 2017
- +14Gears of War 4outlet 84 · players 70 · Jan 2017
- +16Dreamsoutlet 95 · players 79 · Feb 2020
- -5812 is Better Than 6outlet 20 · players 78 · Apr 2019
Recent reviews (2425 tracked)
- 85Onimusha: Way of the SwordAug 31, 2026
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword's super-fun sword combat really packs a punch and is the star of the show along with the ridiculous game world and cast of characters that'll make things a lot more entertaining if they click with you.”
read full review ↗ - 86CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERSAug 29, 2026
“I had an incredibly fun time with CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS and it may just be my favourite team sports game ever made with its spot-on anime visuals and exciting atmosphere as well as its flashy and challenging gameplay that anyone can pick-up-and-play.”
read full review ↗ - 86CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERSAug 29, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“I had an incredibly fun time with CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS and it may just be my favourite team sports game ever made with its spot-on anime visuals and exciting atmosphere as well as its flashy and challenging gameplay that anyone can pick-up-and-play. ⚽”
read full review ↗ - 81BRIGANDINE ABYSSAug 27, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“I had a superb time with Brigandine Abyss in all of its strategic greatness on so many levels from large battles to an even larger war on top of carefully managing each one of your many combatants. Plus, there's a campaign that stars adorable fairies and that's pretty cool. ⚔️”
read full review ↗ - 80Lou's LagoonAug 24, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“With a lot of enjoyable tasks to accomplish and a gorgeous world to explore as you do, Lou's Lagoon is spot-on for a relaxing good time. 🛩️”
read full review ↗ - 80AkatoriAug 24, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“I thoroughly enjoyed Akatori's approach to combat, platforming, and exploration and its upgrade system is incredibly unique and rewarding. ⛩️”
read full review ↗ - 60Wild Blue SkiesAug 20, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“Games don't get much less innovative than Wild Blue Skies but there's no denying that it's a solidly-made game so that's cool, I guess. 🦊”
read full review ↗ - 87MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting SoulsAug 18, 2026
“MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls is an incredibly enjoyable fighter that's impressively accessible and has a ton of potential to be expanded upon down the road. If you enjoy colourful fighting games with diverse casts then you need to play this one, chums.”
read full review ↗ - 85Starsand IslandAug 17, 2026 · Mary Billington
“Starsand Island surprised me with just how deep of a life sim it is. There are still many bugs that need to be ironed out but they didn't stop me from sinking countless hours into its delightful world as it does a lot of things exceptionally well. 🏝️”
read full review ↗ - 81Pokemon Pokopia: Bubbly BasinAug 8, 2026
“Pokemon Pokopia Bubbly Basin introduces a new gameplay mechanic and lots of fun content to explore. I'm super-happy to have another excuse to go back into the game and I can't wait for the next biome.”
read full review ↗ - 77The Mermaid MaskAug 6, 2026 · Mary Billington
“The Mermaid Mask presents an intriguing story wrapped in a super-impressive presentation although it could do with an improved hint system to help it from becoming tedious and repetitive. 🧜♀️”
read full review ↗ - 63Disgaea MayhemAug 4, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“Disgaea Mayhem has plenty of nifty aspects going for it such as its cute and colourful visuals and familiar systems that are well incorporated in the new action formula. At the same time, the combat is just so simple and repetitive and I wish there was much more to it. 🐧”
read full review ↗ - 83Beast of ReincarnationAug 3, 2026 · A.J. Maciejewski
“Beast of Reincarnation has a lot going for it with its distinct game world, clever traversal abilities, and challenging combat that'll thoroughly test your ability to parry. With all of that in mind, I can't help but wonder... will we get a Koo plushie? 🐕”
read full review ↗ - 83Beast of ReincarnationAug 3, 2026
“Beast of Reincarnation has a lot going for it with its distinct game world, clever traversal abilities, and challenging combat that'll thoroughly test your ability to parry. With all of that in mind, I can't help but wonder... will we get a Koo plushie?”
read full review ↗ - 80Dead EstateAug 1, 2026
“Blasting through the monsters that inhabit the roguelike mansion in Dead Estate is supremely enjoyable and you get a cool bonus game, too.”
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