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 28 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 14 times.
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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.
- -22Black Myth: Wukongoutlet 70 · players 92 · Aug 2024
- +38Assassin's Creed® Unityoutlet 90 · players 52 · Nov 2014
- -26Groundedoutlet 60 · players 86 · Oct 2022
- +27STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™outlet 90 · players 63 · Apr 2023
- +18Fallout 4outlet 90 · players 72 · Nov 2015
- -27Bright Memory: Infiniteoutlet 60 · players 87 · Aug 2022
- +24Forza Horizon 6outlet 100 · players 76 · May 2026
- -20Sleeping Dogs: Definitive Editionoutlet 60 · players 80 · Oct 2014
- +26Mortal Kombat Xoutlet 90 · players 64 · Apr 2015
- -15Assassin's Creed® Odysseyoutlet 70 · players 85 · Jan 2021
Recent reviews (196 tracked)
- 70Halo: Campaign EvolvedJul 31, 2026 · Tom Pritchard
“Halo: Campaign Evolved is a serviceable remake of the Xbox classic, even if it wasn't really called for. Not settling for a simple coat of paint, this game takes all the best parts of other Halo games and blends them with revamped graphics to reshape Combat Evolved into a game modern audiences will enjoy. I just wish some of the more frivolous changes had been left out. $49.94 at Walmart $102.58 at Amazon Check Best Buy”
read full review ↗ - 80Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Rory Mellon
“Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced offers (almost) everything you could want from a remake. It looks stunning, adds worthwhile new content, makes loads of smart improvements, and the simple joys of being a ruthless pirate on the open seas haven't faded with time. $59.99 at Amazon $59.99 at Amazon $59.99 at Target Check Best Buy”
read full review ↗ - 100007 First LightMay 26, 2026 · Rory Mellon
“007 First Light is the finest James Bond video game in nearly 30 years. Its cinematic single-player campaign is remarkable, offering a gripping, quintessentially Bond story, packaged together with some of the best action-adventure set pieces I've ever experienced. Whether you're a longtime Bond fan or a newcomer, 007 First Light is unmissable. Check Amazon Check Best Buy”
read full review ↗ - 90LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark KnightMay 18, 2026 · Tony Polanco
“Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight takes everything folks know about Batman from popular culture and filters it through the tried-and-true Lego formula. Whether you're a fan of Batman or Lego games, there's a lot to love in this charming adventure.”
read full review ↗ - 100Forza Horizon 6May 14, 2026 · Jason England
“Forza Horizon 6 is a master class in car culture with technical driving and customization running through its veins, a gargantuan amount of modes to jump into, and an accessible seamlessness to it all. For seasoned veterans, it's easily the best in the series, and for those getting their first taste of Horizon, it'll be the best racing game you've jumped into in a long time. $47.88 at HRKGame Int $69.99 at Amazon $69.99 at Target $69.99 at GameStop”
read full review ↗ - 90PRAGMATAApr 13, 2026
“Pragmata is a breath of fresh air thanks to its tactical combat, clever puzzles, and earnest sci-fi story. It proves that there's still innovation in the AAA space and is yet another winner from Capcom. This is a game that humans and androids alike can enjoy.”
read full review ↗ - 80MarathonApr 8, 2026
“Marathon is revival of Bungie's dormant 30-year-old franchise. With excellent gunplay, stylish graphics and a thrilling gameplay loop Marathon is a welcome return. This despite confusing UI, frustrating runs and questions about its future.”
read full review ↗ - 90Resident Evil RequiemFeb 25, 2026
“Resident Evil Requiem combines elements from prior installments to deliver one of the strongest entries yet. Though it doesn't take risks, its thrilling gameplay and stunning graphics keep you engaged from beginning to end. $43.04 at Green Man Gaming $57.39 at Fanatical $69.99 at Humble Bundle, Inc. Check Amazon”
read full review ↗ - 80Nioh 3Feb 4, 2026
“Nioh 3 takes clear cues from Elden Ring, offering multiple sizeable open-world regions to explore and challenging enemy encounters aplenty. Its bosses aren't particularly memorable, but the deep combat gives you a myriad of ways to approach each confrontation. It's an impressively large action-RPG that I can't stop playing.”
read full review ↗ - 80NINJA GAIDEN 4Oct 24, 2025 · Tony Polanco
“Ninja Gaiden 4 features the brutally challenging combat the series is known for. Though its story and level design aren't memorable, its superb gameplay makes up for any shortcomings. This is the return to form we've wanted. $56.39 at Loaded (Formerly CDKeys) $69 at Walmart $69.99 at Walmart Check Amazon”
read full review ↗ - 70Battlefield™ 6Oct 10, 2025
“Battlefield 6 is a return to form for the long-running FPS with traditional classes, restrained maps, and snappy gunplay. It's slightly brought down by a Netflix-style UI and an abysmal single-player campaign, but you're likely playing Battlefield for the multiplayer anyway.”
read full review ↗ - 70EA SPORTS FC™ 26Sep 30, 2025
“EA Sports FC 26 promised to address long-standing fan feedback, and to its credit, several key areas are refreshed. The new gameplay presets border on game-changing, and the franchise's impressive authenticity remains unrivalled in the sports video game scene. Sadly, FUT rewards extra player spending more than ever, and the menu design is awful.”
read full review ↗ - 80Borderlands 4Sep 23, 2025
“There are a few things holding Borderlands 4 back from being a must-play for everyone, but for longtime fans of the series, it ticks all the right boxes and makes shooting enemies to get loot as joyous an experience as it ever has been.”
read full review ↗ - 90SILENT HILL fSep 22, 2025
“Silent Hill f is a true-to-form return for the franchise. It features a tantalizing story and world that offers a frightening introspection on the nature of sanity. The series' inherent psychological nature is ever-present, and it's made more impactful with refinements to stamina and health. Unfortunately, combat can still feel slightly janky. Despite its flaws, this is exactly what Silent Hill is all about.”
read full review ↗ - 80Sonic Racing: CrossWorldsSep 18, 2025
“Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is one of the most memorable entries in the Sonic the Hedgehog series, and it upstages Mario Kart World in several ways. Packed with chaos, fun and presenting a bit of a learning curve, CrossWorlds wins big when it comes to smooth drifting and air tricks that give you significant boosts. Extensive kart and 'Gadget Plate' customization enable you to strategize in different ways and fine-tune your style. While there aren't enough courses at launch and some items can feel overpowered at times, CrossWorlds makes a big splash as a multi-platform karting game. PC Deals2 deals availableDownload $69.99 $60.89View $82.06 $66.71ViewWe check over 250 million products every day for the best pricespowered by”
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