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 10 times.
Computed 5m 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.
- +61Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 89 · players 28 · May 2025
- -8Life is Strangeoutlet 78 · players 86 · Oct 2015
- +42Call of Duty: Black Ops 4outlet 86 · players 44 · Oct 2018
- -14Killing Floor 2outlet 70 · players 84 · Nov 2016
- +19Final Fantasy XVoutlet 95 · players 76 · Nov 2016
- -19Alien: Isolationoutlet 70 · players 89 · Oct 2014
- +24Destinyoutlet 90 · players 66 · Sep 2014
- -6Catherine: Full Bodyoutlet 77 · players 83 · Sep 2019
- -17Don't Starveoutlet 77 · players 94 · Feb 2014
- -6War Thunderoutlet 80 · players 86 · Feb 2014
Recent reviews (262 tracked)
- 80Halo: Campaign EvolvedAug 26, 2026
“Halo Campaign Evolved is one of the best ways to experience Master Chief's first adventure and serves as a promising demonstration of what the studio can achieve with Unreal Engine. It's not just Halo 1 with better graphics; it's a playful and technical reinterpretation that understands that preserving a classic doesn't mean leaving it untouched.”
read full review ↗ - 86007 First LightAug 26, 2026
“A solid first mission for a new Bond, one we hope will kick off a long-running series. It’s a game with an uneven pace that sometimes lacks action and has too much empty gameplay, but it delivers a good spy story and an introduction to the 00 title, and it makes good use of the environments to always provide us with various options for completing infiltration missions.”
read full review ↗ - 82MarathonApr 2, 2026
“Those who manage to get past Marathon’s most challenging phase will discover a memorable, tense, and addictive extraction shooter brimming with ideas that push the genre in new directions.”
read full review ↗ - 75ScreamerMar 25, 2026
“Screamer is a solid racing game packed with unconventional mechanics and a more story-driven approach. If you can master the mechanics and adapt to its steep learning curve, you might still enjoy it despite the inconsistent AI of the opponents.”
read full review ↗ - 90Resident Evil RequiemFeb 25, 2026
“Resident Evil Requiem is the perfect combination of its two current gameplay styles, condensed into a game where each playable style will have its own value and will alternate. A game for fans who enjoy both, and for Leon fans to get their dose of fan service. Visually stunning, terrifying in sound, it's the peak of recent years of remakes and new releases in the series.”
read full review ↗ - 85Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark TiesFeb 25, 2026
“Yakuza Kiwami 3 arrives as a risky remake that changes more than it should in terms of its secondary content, sometimes for the better and sometimes for the worse, but without resulting in a definitive improvement. This will cause divisions among veteran fans, but it will help new fans enjoy an updated version of a game that already had many detractors in its day. It's very enjoyable if you focus on what it offers and not on what's missing or changed from the original.”
read full review ↗ - 86SHINOBI: Art of VengeanceOct 9, 2025
“SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is a fast-paced action adventure that will delight fans of the genre, marking the long-awaited return of a classic SEGA series.”
read full review ↗ - 88SILENT HILL fOct 9, 2025
“Silent Hill returns with a change of scenery, but with its same essence. A dark story with shocking moments, a mysterious town full of paranormal events, and a memorable setting and soundtrack. If we forgive its somewhat clunky and imprecise combat system, we'll get a great experience that rivals the best games in the series.”
read full review ↗ - 80Gears of War: ReloadedSep 17, 2025
“Gears of War: Reloaded is, without a doubt, the best way to relive the origins of Marcus Fenix and his squad. Its gameplay remains solid and impactful, demonstrating why it became a benchmark in its genre.”
read full review ↗ - 82Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake EaterAug 26, 2025
“The return of one of the best PlayStation 2 games, with greatly improved graphics despite occasional performance issues, but very conservative in terms of gameplay, which may be perfect for classic gamers but may struggle to attract new players. Even so, it's a great opportunity to relive one of the best espionage stories ever made in a video game.”
read full review ↗ - 77Killing Floor 3Aug 13, 2025
“Killing Floor 3 stands out for its cooperative action, controlled chaos, and total customization. However, its lack of game modes makes it repetitive over time.”
read full review ↗ - 96DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACHJul 19, 2025
“A sequel that improves on everything that was possible in the first installment while expanding the storyline of the already created universe. A game for fans who were left wanting more, while also offering outstanding graphical performance on both PS5 and PS5 Pro. In terms of art and music, it's an outstanding and unique game.”
read full review ↗ - 82Ready or NotJul 16, 2025
“Ready or Not's core design, focused on cooperation and realism, makes it a must-have for those looking for something more cerebral and atmospheric within the shooter genre today. ”
read full review ↗ - 82DOOM: The Dark AgesJul 16, 2025
“Doom: The Dark Ages will create division among fans. With a slower pace and the obligation to master the parrys, it's a game that if you like it can be very enjoyable, but if you are looking for another Doom Eternal you may find a barrier that prevents you from enjoying it. Musically we find the weakest delivery.”
read full review ↗ - 97Clair Obscur: Expedition 33May 14, 2025
“Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has arrived to establish itself as one of the new classics of the genre, with a fresh gameplay proposal and a timeless story that will remain in the retinas of all fans for a long time to come.”
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