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 36 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 18 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.
- +31Dragon's Dogma 2outlet 95 · players 64 · Mar 2024
- -21Atomic Heartoutlet 55 · players 76 · Feb 2023
- +50Forza Motorsportoutlet 95 · players 45 · Oct 2023
- -24Sonic Frontiersoutlet 65 · players 89 · Nov 2022
- +37Wo Long: Fallen Dynastyoutlet 85 · players 48 · Mar 2023
- +23Starfieldoutlet 90 · players 68 · Aug 2023
- +27Warhammer 40,000: Darktideoutlet 75 · players 48 · Dec 2022
- +35Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® IIIoutlet 80 · players 45 · Nov 2023
- -17DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINSoutlet 70 · players 87 · Jan 2025
- +33Killing Floor 3outlet 85 · players 52 · Jul 2025
Recent reviews (235 tracked)
- 80Resonance: A Plague Tale LegacyAug 26, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy is another great entry in the series, with strong characters, involved puzzles, a dense atmosphere, and a terrifying creature that constantly feels like it’s hunting you from the shadows. Its revamped combat doesn’t quite reach the same heights, but Sophia and Leni’s relationship and the game’s exploration of companionship, grief, and parental figures beyond blood are what I’ll remember most. Resonance doesn’t reinvent the A Plague Tale wheel, but it understands what made the previous games work and puts its own spin on those ideas, even if the combat doesn’t quite hit the mark.”
read full review ↗ - 90STAR WARS Zero Company™Aug 26, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Star Wars Zero Company is exactly the kind of genre shift Star Wars games have needed in years. It combines my favorite Star Wars era with a tactics system that is deeply rewarding, mechanically satisfying, and approachable. Bit Reactor clearly understands what makes the Clone Wars so special, and they've leveraged their experience with XCOM and Midnight Suns to create an experience that's restrained in its downtime while understanding why people play these games in the first place. That authenticity extends to everything from the characters and politics to the music, visuals, outfits, and sheer amount of detail packed into every location. Some technical issues need addressing, particularly on PC, but they don't take away from what is easily one of my favorite Star Wars experiences in years.”
read full review ↗ - 85Servant of the LakeAug 13, 2026 · Kyle Ferreira
“A fine entry into an outstanding series, Servant of the Lake takes us back to the creepy vibes and unmistakable Rusty Lake art style for a 3-day adventure at the Vanderboom estate.”
read full review ↗ - 85ReStory: Chill Electronics RepairsAug 6, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“ReStory is a wonderfully satisfying repair simulator that understands exactly what makes this type of game enjoyable. Every 2000s-era device is thoughtfully designed, the progression feels meaningful because you’re constantly acquiring practical new tools instead of chasing abstract skill upgrades, and the steady rhythm of taking things apart, cleaning them, and putting them back together never grows stale. There’s very little friction to disrupt the cozy atmosphere, but ReStory never relies on that coziness at the expense of meaningful and absorbing gameplay.”
read full review ↗ - 80Beast of ReincarnationAug 3, 2026 · Syed Hamza Bakht
“Beast of Reincarnation is one of the most enjoyable action games to come out this year. It’s a fun but challenging JRPG that takes you on an adventure through gorgeous vistas for a solid 20-25 hours. It struggles a bit with overstaying its welcome in some sections, but the journey is ultimately very satisfying. Game Freak has put on an impressive showing with this one, and I’m now excited to see what other projects they might have in store for us next.”
read full review ↗ - 80Avatar Legends: The Fighting GameJul 22, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is much more than the licensed fighter I expected. It’s a faithful adaptation with fluid combat and a rewarding Flow system that’s genuinely fun to learn. Each character feels distinct enough without being overly difficult to pick up, and while there are a few rough edges, particularly around tutorial discoverability and occasional visual clarity during combat, they’re minor issues that don’t take away from what is an easy recommendation for fighting game fans.”
read full review ↗ - 90Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced reminded me why the original has remained my favorite game in the series for over a decade. It doesn’t reinvent Black Flag or attempt to modernize it beyond recognition with needless changes in focus, but respects the original at every turn while introducing enough meaningful improvements to justify its existence. Sailing across the Caribbean, listening to sea shanties, and boarding enemy ships is just as magical today as it was back in 2013. That’s exactly what I wanted from a remake, and Ubisoft delivered.”
read full review ↗ - 95Moonlight PeaksJul 6, 2026 · Enzo Zalamea
“Moonlight Peaks takes the familiar cozy farming sim formula and elevates it with a charming supernatural setting, deep progression systems, and an impressive amount of content available from launch.”
read full review ↗ - 70NBA THE RUNJun 15, 2026 · Enzo Zalamea
“NBA The Run is a fast-paced arcade basketball game that embraces chaotic streetball action over realism. Its simple design and instant accessibility make it easy for anyone to jump in, with players learning the basics within just a few matches. The tournament-style mode keeps gameplay fresh through randomized scoring rules that encourage different strategies each run, which can make it feel imbalanced for some. Despite its flaws, the game delivers plenty of fun, especially with friends.”
read full review ↗ - 90007 First LightJun 1, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“IO Interactive’s take on James Bond is confident, stylish, and effortlessly absorbing. Patrick Gibson’s James Bond is charming and memorable without leaning on familiar interpretations, supported by a cast of likeable characters. The blend of stealth, action, and gadget play brings out the best of IO Interactive’s design strengths, resulting in an expertly paced, all-killer-no-filler experience that rarely overstays its welcome. It balances careful infiltration with more bombastic spectacle when needed, always encouraging improvisation over perfection. Hand-to-hand combat is a weak point, but First Light compensates with encounters that encourage experimentation and creative flow. This isn’t just a great James Bond game; it’s the best one yet.”
read full review ↗ - 80GambonanzaMay 1, 2026 · Kyle Ferreira
“Overall, I highly recommend Gambonanza, whether you're a chess fan or a roguelite fan. Either way, you'll learn as you go, and I bet you'll have tons of fun as you do. It's a fantastically rewarding experience that most people will eek plenty of enjoyment out of.”
read full review ↗ - 75Invincible VSApr 30, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Invincible VS is a strong, feature-complete fighter that gets the fundamentals right and delivers a genuinely fun moment-to-moment experience. It is approachable on the surface, but there is more depth once you start digging into its defensive systems, and it stays consistently flashy in a way that makes even casual matches feel good to play. That said, it is still a bit rough around the edges, with some balance quirks and inconsistent visual clarity keeping it from feeling fully polished. As a first outing, it feels confident, aggressive, and fun in a very immediate way, with enough depth for both casual and competitive players to stick with it as it evolves.”
read full review ↗ - 90PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Pragmata is a confidently designed action game that elegantly blends shooting and hacking into a fast, reactive puzzle-style combat system that turns every encounter into something far more engaging than a standard firefight. You constantly shift between aiming, hacking, dodging, and repositioning, creating a seamless loop that never feels cumbersome or disconnected. Backed by two genuinely likeable leads in Hugh and Diana, whose relationship gives the experience its emotional core without unnecessary melodrama.”
read full review ↗ - 60SamsonApr 8, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Samson is ultimately a janky but endearing experience, with the foundation of something genuinely compelling. Beneath the rough edges lies a strong core and a likeable cast, but the lack of polish and unreliable combat hold it back at every turn. It’s easy to see what the developers were going for, but in its current state, it’s hard to fully recommend.”
read full review ↗ - 65Legacy of Kain: AscendanceMar 31, 2026 · Ali Hashmi
“Legacy of Kain: Ascendance is a welcome but uneven return that leans heavily on its strengths in writing, voice acting, and atmosphere. The Shakespearean dialogue and multi-character narrative are engaging even for newcomers, but the experience is clearly aimed at long-time fans. While the combat can feel satisfying when its rhythm clicks, it is held back by a lack of polish, repetitive encounters, and underwhelming bosses. Paired with basic level design that never truly evolves, the game’s standout elements end up being its moody pixel art presentation and excellent metal soundtrack, which together do much of the heavy lifting in keeping the experience compelling.”
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