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 1 game 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 (7 tracked)
- 70Panzer PaladinSep 22, 2020 · Florian Kraner
“In the end, the whole package is thoroughly fun, but it lacks that certain something that such a title needs to become a retro classic. Nonetheless, the title is worth a recommendation for all those who want to devour a simple, classic platformer.”
read full review ↗ - 60CreaksSep 21, 2020 · Florian Kraner
“Creak is probably not the new classic one would expect from this talented studio. Nonetheless, the title combines the most important strengths of Amanita Design and ensures a few hours of entertainment.”
read full review ↗ - 100CupheadSep 3, 2020 · Luca Zickbauer
“StudioMDHR has designed a unique gaming experience that is coherent from start to finish, has no flaws and is bursting with creativity and passion.”
read full review ↗ - 70The Wonderful 101: RemasteredJul 20, 2020 · Florian Kraner
“The Wonderful 101: Remastered is and remains an entertaining action platformer that you don't have to take too seriously. You can't relax here, but there are enough brain-less button mashers out there anyway. The port is graphically mediocre and disappointing with countless blurred, pixelated textures, but that shouldn't stop action fans from enjoying the game, especially if they couldn't give the title a chance on the Wii U.”
read full review ↗ - 90Trials of ManaJun 8, 2020 · Florian Kraner
“Trials of Mana is one of the finest 16-bit ports that a publisher has ever put together. With a joyfull soundtrack, a well thought-out RPGsystem, a dreamy visual look and replay value that is rarely seen even in contemporary competition, this mid-tier release is much closer to top-tier players like Dragon Quest XII and is worth an uncomromising recommendation.”
read full review ↗ - 70Resident Evil 3Apr 25, 2020 · Florian Kraner
“If you can overlook the shortcomings, Resident Evil 3 is a professional, entertaining action package. Perhaps not necessarily worth the full price, the game definitely makes for an entertaining weekend.”
read full review ↗ - 90The Walking Dead: Saints & SinnersMar 26, 2020 · Florian Kraner
“The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners would almost be a perfect video game if it weren't for the innumerable technical problems that plagued the game a month after its release. The developers promise progress, but with so many different platforms, it seems difficult to get a complex game like this on track. Therefore, it is not yet clear whether everyone can really enjoy the game at the present time, and intensive research is definitely recommended before purchasing. But when things do go well, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners effortlessly ranks in the top league of VR entertainment and is worth a great recommendation.”
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