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 11 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 5 times.
Computed 4m 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.
- +16Marvel Rivalsoutlet 90 · players 74 · Dec 2024
- +23The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remasteredoutlet 90 · players 67 · May 2025
- +16Dragon's Dogma 2outlet 80 · players 64 · Apr 2024
- +27Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6outlet 80 · players 53 · Oct 2024
- +18Marathonoutlet 90 · players 72 · Apr 2026
- +31World of Tanks: HEAToutlet 80 · players 49 · Jun 2026
- -35Threefold Recitaloutlet 60 · players 95 · Jan 2025
- +23Star Wars Outlawsoutlet 90 · players 67 · Sep 2025
- -17Besiegeoutlet 70 · players 87 · Dec 2024
- -22Choo-Choo Charlesoutlet 60 · players 82 · Dec 2023
Recent reviews (150 tracked)
- 80The Sinking City 2Aug 20, 2026 · Scott Hornell
“It may not stick the landing but The Sinking City 2 delivers classic survival horror in spades. Intelligent level design, thoughtful puzzles, and a creepy atmosphere make Frogwares’ latest a worthwhile venture into Lovecraftian horror.”
read full review ↗ - 90Agent 64: Spies Never DieAug 14, 2026 · Joshua Howard
“Agent 64: Spies Never Die is about as close as a perfect game can get. It sets out to make a game that is inspired by N64 shooters and does well with flying colors. There are a handful of frustrations, but that does not invalidate the excellent done with the story, the buckets of content, and the classic multiplayer that does not feel outdated at all. Sometimes old dogs do not need to learn new tricks.”
read full review ↗ - 80Big WalkAug 11, 2026 · Joseph Shay
“I’m certain that over the next few months, and maybe even years, I’ll be sending messages to my friend group to ask, “Who wants to take a Big Walk?””
read full review ↗ - 60Halo: Campaign EvolvedAug 3, 2026 · Dylan Shirley
“For anyone with Game Pass it may be worth the data to download and play with friends, but to anyone else (including PlayStation faithfuls who have been denied one of gaming’s greats for too long) it’s hard to recommend when the original is packaged with its sequels for notably less.”
read full review ↗ - 70TeetoAug 3, 2026 · Joseph Shay
“Though it imperfectly echoes 3D platformers of old, and more experienced players may find the gameplay watered down, Teeto is a fantastic title for casual gamers and children alike. A great first game for the kids or for nostalgia-ridden adults like me.”
read full review ↗ - 70Truck-kun is Supporting Me from Another World?!Jul 29, 2026 · Dylan Shirley
“Just having a tangible goal to work toward is a strong enough incentive to do another run in Truck-kun. There’s a lot of potential to be tapped into here and I’d love to see the game gain a more engaging loop past the initial burst of absurdity.”
read full review ↗ - 70D-topiaJul 20, 2026 · Joshua Howard
“If you love games that focus on characters with puzzles mixed then I think you will enjoy your time in this cozy world. Just don’t expect to be wowed by any revolutionary game mechanics cause you are not finding them here.”
read full review ↗ - 40WILL: Follow The LightJul 18, 2026 · Joseph Shay
“As a short film there may have been something memorable about this story. As a game, it feels like a fluffed up experience with something to say, but takes far too long to say it.”
read full review ↗ - 90Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026 · Chris Melnyk
“Although there isn’t any multiplayer or DLC with Resynced, it honestly doesn’t need them to be as addicting and entertaining to play. The game doesn’t feel like a sinking ship. Rather, it feels like a restored beauty taking its rightful place in front of the fleet.”
read full review ↗ - 90Black JacketJun 29, 2026 · Colby Windham
“It is enjoyable, incredibly fun to mess around with its different build ideas and styles, and in my opinion, for a game like this, very good on the eyes for longer play sessions. Black Jacket feels to me like a game that you could easily get stuck in a “Just one more run” cycle.”
read full review ↗ - 50HollowbodyJun 7, 2026 · Dylan Shirley
“I hate how harsh this sounds because the truth is Hollowbody is a labor of love. Developer Headware Games seems to be a mostly solo affair and the parts of Hollowbody that work are incredibly impressive. The fact a one man team cannot only produce something so close in tone and intensity to the peaks of the genre and even get it published on console is frankly inspiring. But it just has too many hiccups to come together the way it wants to.”
read full review ↗ - 90Mina the HollowerJun 5, 2026 · Scott Hornell
“Mina the Hollower brings together a comprehensive collection of mechanical influences and visual styles to craft an engrossing, singular 8-bit adventure that delights as much as it innovates.”
read full review ↗ - 80World of Tanks: HEATJun 3, 2026 · Chris Melnyk
“World of Tanks: Heat has a minimal amount of game modes at launch, which limits it a bit. But, with the inclusion of a hero shooter dynamic, the game feels great. It’s taking on something that can be niche even within the iconic genre.”
read full review ↗ - 80007 First LightMay 30, 2026 · Adrian Cozmuta
“Outstanding production values, thrilling action set pieces, strong performances, satisfying gunplay, and a great technical performance make this an impressive debut for IO Interactive’s 007. First Light earns its license to thrill.”
read full review ↗ - 90ZERO PARADES: For Dead SpiesMay 19, 2026 · Dylan Shirley
“Zero Parades is about being failed. It’s about how your failure affects people you love and how their failures shape you, but beyond that it’s about how the framework we live in prevents us from success.”
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