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 5 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 1 time.
Computed 6m 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.
- +19DOOM Eternaloutlet 94 · players 76 · Mar 2020
- +19STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™outlet 82 · players 63 · May 2023
- -36Dungeon of the ENDLESS™outlet 44 · players 80 · May 2020
- +11Evil Westoutlet 80 · players 69 · Dec 2022
- -42SONG OF HORROR COMPLETE EDITIONoutlet 34 · players 76 · Jun 2021
- -25Still Wakes the Deepoutlet 56 · players 81 · Apr 2025
- -25INMOSToutlet 64 · players 89 · Sep 2020
- +13Somervilleoutlet 78 · players 65 · Jan 2023
- +8Team Sonic Racing™outlet 76 · players 68 · May 2019
- -25Chasmoutlet 56 · players 81 · May 2020
Recent reviews (112 tracked)
- 98PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026 · Danreb Victorio
“Enjoyable chaos is exactly what PRAGMATA is. Everything about this version of the world is terrifying, but I just loved being there, especially when it came to taking a breather at the shelter with Diana. I couldn’t stop thinking about how fun most aspects of this game were, so much so that I immediately jumped back in after rolling credits.”
read full review ↗ - 50REANIMALMar 8, 2026 · James Dern
“It does feel a little unfair considering how much I spent my playthrough comparing these games to each other, but at the same time that’s the most logical way to engage with them. Leaving a studio to say they want to create their own IP — that looks entirely like their previous projects — doesn’t leave me much to work with.”
read full review ↗ - 83Digimon Story Time StrangerOct 28, 2025 · Alex McCumbers
“Digimon as a franchise may not be an undeniable champion, but in my heart it will always be special. Digimon Story Time Stranger is a great way to spend time with my favorite digital monsters.”
read full review ↗ - 70KatanautOct 3, 2025 · James Dern
“Overall, I had a fun time playing Katanaut. Those seeking an action game about a space samurai slicing through icky monsters should consider it.”
read full review ↗ - 92ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the MistSep 17, 2025 · Alex McCumbers
“Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is an absolute joy to play that should be held in high regard when discussing some of the brightest examples of this genre.”
read full review ↗ - 56Still Wakes the DeepApr 27, 2025 · James Dern
“For those even remotely curious, I highly recommend finding some footage online and just listen to the way the characters speak. It is why I overcame my hangups with the gameplay. I wanted to hear those lines and see what happens.”
read full review ↗ - 82Shin chan: Shiro and the Coal TownJan 28, 2025 · Alex McCumbers
“Shin chan: Shiro and the Coal Town is a game that captures the simpler nature of some of the best cozy games while not outstaying its welcome. I wholeheartedly recommend it for those that want a laid back way to relax in a picturesque Japanese summer.”
read full review ↗ - 78Arzette: The Jewel of FaramoreJan 28, 2025 · Alex McCumbers
“Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore is an applause-worthy commitment to the absurd idea of using the legacy of the CDi Zelda games to create something new and equally as interesting to look at.”
read full review ↗ - 84Dread DelusionJan 12, 2025 · Alex McCumbers
“There is a tremendous, cozy satisfaction to peeling back the layers of this game that is delightfully addictive. . . Dread Delusion is maddeningly close to being impressively timeless.”
read full review ↗ - 91SILENT HILL 2Nov 19, 2024 · Alex McCumbers
“Despite all of my trepidations, Bloober Team have exceeded expectations with their remake of Silent Hill 2, but there is still some work to do to push the game’s quality as far as possible... Regardless, this adaptation of Silent Hill 2 is brilliant and captures the overall feeling and tone of the tragedy of James Sunderland in a way that is commendable on nearly all accounts.”
read full review ↗ - 54RetroRealms ArcadeNov 7, 2024 · Alex McCumbers
“RetroRealms: Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead are two games that create buyer confusion rather than fully celebrate horror culture. Thankfully, a majority of the problems with RetroRealms can be fixed. We can only wait to see if the dead stay dead or rise from their graves for more bloodshed.”
read full review ↗ - 70Clock Tower: RewindOct 30, 2024 · Alex McCumbers
“Despite shortcomings, Clock Tower: Rewind is the definitive way to play this deeply important horror game.”
read full review ↗ - 97The Holy Gosh DarnOct 24, 2024 · Alex McCumbers
“The Holy Gosh Darn is a brilliant time loop comedy that is as mechanically engaging as it is hysterical.”
read full review ↗ - 73DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZEROOct 23, 2024 · Alex McCumbers
“Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO stokes the fires of the Dragon Ball fandom, but it could be a raging inferno with the right post-launch support. My wish to Super Shenron is that the game gets lots of polish, new modes, better online connectivity, and as many characters as it will hold.”
read full review ↗ - 90ROGUE FLIGHTOct 22, 2024
“From big smiles to rage-filled shouts of confusion, I can't stress enough how much fun I had with this game. Those who like arcade shooters, rail shooters, shmups, and anime, should undoubtedly check out Rogue Flight.”
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