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 16 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 8 times.
Computed 26m 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.
- +30Dragon's Dogma 2outlet 94 · players 64 · Mar 2024
- +22Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 83 · players 61 · Feb 2025
- -22Blasphemousoutlet 60 · players 82 · Sep 2019
- -25DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINSoutlet 62 · players 87 · Jan 2025
- -21Bloodstained: Ritual of the Nightoutlet 70 · players 91 · Aug 2019
- +33Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6outlet 86 · players 53 · Oct 2024
- -17DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROToutlet 70 · players 87 · Mar 2020
- -18Remnant: From the Ashesoutlet 60 · players 79 · Aug 2019
- -32Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Editionoutlet 55 · players 87 · Jan 2020
- -15Persona 3 Reloadoutlet 75 · players 90 · Jan 2024
Recent reviews (138 tracked)
- 89Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026 · Echo Apsey
“Resonance presents a path forward for the future of the series while enhancing and expanding what can be done with the lore, gameplay, and world Asobo has crafted.”
read full review ↗ - 83Mortal Shell IIAug 17, 2026 · Josh Bailey
“A solid soulslike that does almost everything right. But Mortal Shell 2 is at its best when it strives to be different. More of that, please.”
read full review ↗ - 75The Mound: Omen of CthulhuJul 20, 2026 · Echo Apsey
“Despite some performance and combat issues, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu is a gripping and captivating co-op horror experience that feels novel and fresh thanks to an impressive environment and Sanity system, allowing it to stand out in a saturated market.”
read full review ↗ - 91Denshattack!Jul 15, 2026 · Lexi Luddy
“It is almost impossible not to be enamored by a game as delightful as Denshattack! A game with mechanics that get deeper the more you invest, and genuinely seems to believe in a better world. It’s an absolute joy and not to be missed.”
read full review ↗ - 81Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 11, 2026 · Lexi Luddy
“For the most part, Assassin’s Creed Resynced is both faithful where it matters while layering in rewarding new content. Some of the knock-on effects of these changes can leave certain characters feeling shortchanged, and the needless hooks into modern bloat cross-game battlepasses lessen the experience. That said, the act of revisiting Edward Kenway’s struggle is a refreshing delight. Just one I wish Ubisoft would internalize the right lessons from.”
read full review ↗ - 75The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium TalesJun 17, 2026 · Lowell Bell
“Of all of Square Enix’s HD-2D games, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is my least favorite – but I don’t think that makes it a bad game. Some fun boss battles, great music, and satisfying movement throughout four beautiful eras just barely make up for how little depth there is to the story, combat, and especially the puzzles/exploration.”
read full review ↗ - 79Gothic 1 RemakeJun 16, 2026 · Echo Apsey
“Gothic Remake does an incredible job of visually updating and modernizing a punishing RPG, while keeping the spirit and soul of the classic alive. It’s a part of gaming history, and while performance isn’t great and it can be punishing, you won’t find much else like it.”
read full review ↗ - 82007 First LightJun 2, 2026 · Lexi Luddy
“IOI has crafted a new Bond for a new age with a thrilling campaign and likeable characters. However, the lack of replayability and failure to address certain aspects inherent to the character make what could be an exceptional outing merely great.”
read full review ↗ - 95Mina the HollowerMay 27, 2026 · Lowell Bell
“Mina the Hollower pulls the gameplay right out of the Game Boy Color-era of action adventure games and mixes it with a bunch of modern mechanics to produce another instant, retro-inspired classic. Endearing and often hilarious characters, great music, and even greater puzzle-and-platforming based exploration overshadow some wonky difficulty hiccups and a flat heroine.”
read full review ↗ - 80Forza Horizon 6May 14, 2026 · Lexi Luddy
“Forza Horizon 6 certainly doesn’t feel like a missed opportunity, but it also isn’t a game that I find myself enthusiastically recommending in the way I wish I could. It’s robust and varied, and even best in class in many areas, but there are noticeable foibles and missteps that hold it back from being the definitive entry in the series.”
read full review ↗ - 72OutboundMay 8, 2026 · Josh Bailey
“A cozy open-world exploration game that offers a relaxing, occasionally tedious, but mostly successful escape from the daily grind.”
read full review ↗ - 79PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026 · Echo Apsey
“Pragmata doesn’t feel like anything else in the AAA action game market. While it isn’t a home run, the majority of its parts are strong and memorable, marking another excellent release from Capcom in 2026.”
read full review ↗ - 81Life is Strange: ReunionMar 31, 2026 · Ben Chard
“Life is Strange: Reunion gives Max and Chloe the perfect send-off, with an ending that I’m still thinking about now. If this is the last time we see the pair (or the series in general), it’s a satisfying conclusion.”
read full review ↗ - 81GRIME IIMar 30, 2026 · Jarrod Garripoli
“Grime II is a solid Metroidvania that excels where it counts, the exploration, although there are a few nagging issues with some of its combat. It certainly is not without challenge, so those looking for an easy time might want to search elsewhere.”
read full review ↗ - 82ScreamerMar 23, 2026 · Josh Bailey
“The anime-inspired storytelling will surprise some, delight others, and confuse everyone else. But this is a welcome return for a classic arcade racing series, and the twin-stick on-track action is fast, fun, and rewarding.”
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