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 6 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 1 time.
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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.
- +22Cyberpunk 2077outlet 90 · players 68 · Dec 2020
- -23Ghostrunneroutlet 65 · players 88 · Oct 2020
- +15DOOM Eternaloutlet 90 · players 76 · Mar 2020
- -13DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROToutlet 75 · players 88 · Jan 2020
- +19The Ascentoutlet 90 · players 71 · Jul 2021
- +16Far Cry® New Dawnoutlet 80 · players 64 · Feb 2019
- +14ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWNoutlet 85 · players 71 · Jan 2019
- -14Cloudpunkoutlet 70 · players 84 · Apr 2020
- +26Wanted: Deadoutlet 85 · players 59 · Feb 2023
- -31SENRAN KAGURA Peach Balloutlet 60 · players 91 · Sep 2019
Recent reviews (67 tracked)
- 80KIBORGMay 5, 2025 · Robert Cram
“Despite some small frustrations, KIBORG is a slick, engaging brawler that nails its cybernetic, dystopian theme. The combat is fun, easy to pick up, and rewarding in short bursts, even if it lacks some variety over longer sessions. A combo multiplier and some bonuses would add more layers to the fighting system, giving players an incentive to master the mechanics beyond just brute force. While it could use a bit more polish and additional features, it’s an enjoyable experience that delivers plenty of satisfying cybernetic carnage.”
read full review ↗ - 85Wanted: DeadFeb 14, 2023 · Robert Cram
“To conclude then, I really like this game once I got into the flow, as the hybrid shooting and melee combat works really well. I enjoyed Hannah's character and the plentiful goofy moments. However, I think some gamers won't get it, and frustrations with the camera, stun-lock and long checkpoints will dampen your experience. That said, Wanted: Dead comes highly recommended for anyone looking for an old-school challenge.”
read full review ↗ - 80Serial CleanersOct 4, 2022 · Robert Cram
“Serial Cleaners whilst unique, holds on to its premise well and should keep players entertained for the duration. You can live out your Harvey Keitel (Pulp Fiction) fantasies here and then some, with its range of characters and diverse scenarios. The game will appeal more to those who like slower paced gameplay and stealth. Given its relative cheap pricing at £20, it’s a steal.”
read full review ↗ - 75ANNO: MutationemApr 4, 2022 · Robert Cram
“So, is ANNO: Mutationem any good and worth playing. We’re going to say yes it is, despite some moments which don’t gel so well with the overall feel of the game. You do get your monies worth and the visuals are spectacular at times. If you like cyberpunk themes, then this ambitious game should be in your library.”
read full review ↗ - 80ELDEN RINGMar 21, 2022 · Andrew Banks
“From Software just released a new update which includes more Smithing Stones dropped and can be purchased, stronger shields, which I agree will help newcomers immensely. They have also changed some of the gameplay balancing, but remain tight-lipped as to what they have done. In this regard then and despite all my earlier ranting can I recommend Elden Ring? Yes, definitely. It's a much more interesting title than previous games in the series and in my view a step in the right direction. But...and this is the caveat here, a lot of the older combat systems remain despite improvements which means expect tons of frustrating moments which requires perseverance in buckets. Or do what I do, rage quit, rant, then come back later and try again. Honestly, that is the best way to approach these games.”
read full review ↗ - 80Sherlock Holmes Chapter OneNov 28, 2021 · Robert Cram
“Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is an enjoyable romp and pleasant change of approach compared to more restrictive offerings of the past. Open-world works well here but could do with some additional oomph to make it feel more interesting. Sleuths will enjoy the varied investigations here and if you desire an even greater challenge, then we suggest setting the game to it’s more cryptic highest difficulty for a first play through.”
read full review ↗ - 85Grow: Song of the EvertreeNov 16, 2021 · Robert Cram
“To conclude then and ultimately advise whether GROW: Song of the Evertree is worth your time and money. The answer is, if you enjoyed Yonder, then you will love this. If you never tried it, then sure there are several games that offer similar approaches, but the combination of ease-of-play, excellent audio/visual fidelity and the wonderfully relaxed pacing makes this a joy-to-play and well-worth checking out if you haven’t dived into this type of non-combat gameplay experience before.”
read full review ↗ - 85Far Cry® 6Oct 25, 2021 · Robert Cram
“We like Far Cry 6 as it seems to rest comfortably with its tried-and-trusted formula honed from 5 previous entries in the series. The game offers some great missions, strong characters, and an engaging story of an uprising against an infallible regime. There is enough identity here to make it its own game despite the similarities with other Ubisoft titles. If you like stealth, open-world and action, then Far Cry 6 is well-worth checking out for some no-nonsense gaming 101.”
read full review ↗ - 85DEATHLOOPOct 9, 2021 · Robert Cram
“To conclude then. Deathloop is a great concept that knows its own boundaries and sticks to it with a sensible aplomb. Colt is a lovable rogue, against a backdrop of some accomplished gameplay Arkane have honed from their other games. There is not much to dislike about this game aside from a few niggles such as no in-level checkpoints for those crashing to desktop moments. Odd AI behaviour that doesn’t feel out-of-place, but comes across somewhat sloppy. However, niggles become outweighed greatly by an awesome soundtrack and voice acting, alongside great visuals making this a must-play title as we near the end of 2021. Hopefully, Bethesda/Arkane look to develop the IP further.”
read full review ↗ - 75SAMURAI WARRIORS 5Aug 24, 2021 · Jared Brickey
“If you didn’t like the series before, you won’t like this entry, and if you did like the series before, you’ll probably love having more of the same.”
read full review ↗ - 70FORECLOSEDAug 12, 2021 · Robert Cram
“Foreclosed is an interesting stealth-action adventure game that offers a neat presentation and mildly interesting story. Whilst the gameplay could do with some polishing, it’s not all doom-and-gloom if you stick with it. There is some fun to be had here, but sadly it’s over far too quickly and could have done with some extra content, perhaps additional difficulty settings. If you desire a visually different game to play then Foreclosed is worth a look especially considering the asking price of around £12 which is quite reasonable.”
read full review ↗ - 70Red Solstice 2: SurvivorsAug 2, 2021 · Jared Brickey
“Red Solstice 2: Survivors is a good game, but one that needs work. I would love to see a Red Solstice 3 someday where Ironward leans even more heavily into squad equipment with refined resource management systems. At the end of the day, yes, that kind of just sounds like XCOM-but-a-shooter, but I can’t be the only person who thinks that’d be a good thing.”
read full review ↗ - 90The AscentJul 29, 2021 · Robert Cram
“Neon Giant has done a fantastic job with The Ascent as a new IP, and one we hope continues in the future. Great visuals, banging audio, smooth gameplay and an overall vibe that tests the player's skill and resolve. We did die quite often. Our only criticism is a lack of mission variety and post-completion options such as extra difficulty and new game+ modes. It's a stick-shooter so expect big explosions and lots of gunplay where your trigger finger might begin to ache at times. With the game appearing on Game Pass, this is must have game to try out. The low asking price on Steam though also makes it good value for money. We highly recommend this.”
read full review ↗ - 70Sniper Elite VRJul 18, 2021 · Robert Cram
“Sniper Elite VR then grabs the cool features from the 2D game such as masked shots, the x-ray kill cam (which you can disable if desired), focus aiming and the fusion of stealth/action gameplay. For the most part it works well and converts to VR as expected. However as mentioned, the game isn’t perfect and perhaps depending on what setup you have will dictate your overall enjoyment. It’s a nice sniper based game that offers 6 hours or more gameplay (with leaderboards and collectibles for replay). We would have preferred the open-world approach of Sniper Elite 4 rather than shorter condensed missions though. For VR heads looking for a stealth sniping game, this is pretty solid and hopefully the developers can improve things with some post-launch updates once they have more player feedback.”
read full review ↗ - 85SCARLET NEXUSJun 23, 2021 · Robert Cram
“Scarlet Nexus enters the fray as a neat story with futuristic themes and cool gameplay systems that requires some use of ones grey matter. The combat is the main meat here and is a joy to mix-and-match the skills of your team. In-fact it's a requirement when up against the larger Others and boss characters. Whilst the story does drag-its-feet a little, and some of the characters appear less-interesting than others, most players should find an entertaining ride from start-to-finish. This is a great entry for a new IP and we think most players will enjoy its "brain punk" themes.”
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