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 20 games where press consensus and players sharply disagreed, this reviewer sided with players 2 times.
Computed 6m 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.
- +45EA Sports FC 24outlet 83 · players 38 · Oct 2023
- -11Metroid Dreadoutlet 80 · players 92 · Oct 2021
- +32Monster Hunter Wildsoutlet 93 · players 61 · Feb 2025
- -7Mario Party Superstarsoutlet 72 · players 79 · Oct 2021
- +34EA Sports College Football 26outlet 85 · players 51 · Aug 2025
- -8The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HDoutlet 75 · players 83 · Jul 2021
- +38Total War: WARHAMMER IIIoutlet 86 · players 48 · Feb 2022
- +37EA SPORTS FC™ 26outlet 85 · players 48 · Sep 2025
- +20Dying Light 2 Stay Humanoutlet 90 · players 70 · Feb 2022
- -17DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINSoutlet 70 · players 87 · Jan 2025
Recent reviews (215 tracked)
- 90Onimusha: Way of the SwordAug 31, 2026
“Onimusha: Way of the Sword brings the samurai saga back in full force, delivering a distinctive combat system alongside challenging and memorable boss encounters. Its highly polished execution makes it a strong return for the franchise, offering an experience that welcomes longtime fans and newcomers alike.”
read full review ↗ - 80The Blood of DawnwalkerAug 31, 2026
“The Blood of Dawnwalker is a solid RPG with an intriguing time-based system and a compelling story filled with memorable characters and numerous paths to explore. However, issues with its combat and technical performance prevent it from fully realizing its ambitious vision. Even so, it remains a highly entertaining and worthwhile experience that is easy to recommend.”
read full review ↗ - 88METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2Aug 21, 2026
“Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 2 is a valuable compilation for both longtime fans and newcomers looking to rediscover two essential entries in the series. Its greatest achievement lies in finally freeing MGS4 from the PS3 and bringing it to modern hardware with solid performance, while Peace Walker retains its excellent gameplay despite showing its age more noticeably on a visual level. Overall, the collection provides an accessible, nostalgic, and highly recommended way to revisit an essential part of Snake's legacy.”
read full review ↗ - 80DuskfadeAug 18, 2026
“Duskfade takes players back to the golden age of 3D platformers with an experience clearly influenced by the genre's PS2 era classics. At the same time, it delivers a highly entertaining and colorful adventure that establishes its own appeal, while offering a level of challenge that proves considerably more demanding than its charming presentation initially suggests.”
read full review ↗ - 86MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting SoulsAug 18, 2026
“Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is a solid and highly entertaining experience, featuring outstanding presentation, extensive fan service, and excellent localization. Its 4v4 system built around a single shared health bar adds strategic depth and a distinctive flavor to combat, although it also carries several familiar Arc System Works conventions, including autocombos, repetitive patterns, an uneven learning curve, and some balance issues. It does not reinvent the fighting game genre, but it fully succeeds at delivering an enjoyable experience, particularly for Marvel fans and fighting game enthusiasts.”
read full review ↗ - 86Beast of ReincarnationAug 3, 2026
“Beast of Reincarnation stands out as a surprisingly strong action title from Game Freak, delivering challenging combat, rewarding progression, and an endearing protagonist duo. Although its narrative can feel convoluted and some boss encounters overstay their welcome, its dark world, imposing enemies, and the compelling bond between Emma and Koo make it a worthwhile experience for fans of the action genre. ”
read full review ↗ - 65Avatar Legends: The Fighting GameJul 30, 2026
“Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game delivers enjoyable matches thanks to a diverse roster of fighters, each with distinct fighting styles and unique move sets. However, its modest presentation and limited character roster make it difficult to recommend beyond dedicated fans of the Avatar franchise or players with a strong passion for fighting games.”
read full review ↗ - 90Splatoon RaidersJul 21, 2026
“Splatoon Raiders builds upon the most enjoyable elements of the series and transforms them into a polished, challenging, and highly entertaining PvE adventure. Its gameplay loop of exploring, fighting, gathering resources, and upgrading equipment is consistently engaging, supported by a progression system that rewards patience and encourages experimentation with different weapons, gadgets, and playstyles. Although it can occasionally feel like Salmon Run taken to the extreme, and its story falls short of its full potential, the game makes up for it with fluid action, excellent pacing, outstanding visual presentation, and a compelling amount of content for its price. It does not reinvent Splatoon, but it clearly proves that the franchise can successfully support a single-player experience with a distinct identity.”
read full review ↗ - 90Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJul 8, 2026
“Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced does far more than enhance the visuals of an already captivating game. It also improves key aspects such as combat and the user interface, delivering an experience that is well worth revisiting. In addition, it introduces a substantial amount of fresh and varied content designed to entice even seasoned sea dogs who have already sailed through Edward Kenway’s adventure.”
read full review ↗ - 86Rhythm Heaven GrooveJul 2, 2026
“Rhythm Heaven Groove is a delightfully eccentric experience: wonderfully weird, exceptionally creative, and built around such precise audio design that nearly every minigame becomes a small obsession. Its Remix stages and delightfully chaotic spirit elevate the experience considerably, although the inconsistent Dpad controls and timing issues while playing on a TV slightly diminish its polish. Even so, it stands as one of the most unique and instantly endearing titles in Nintendo's catalog.”
read full review ↗ - 85Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter EditionJul 2, 2026
“Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition proves that time has done nothing to diminish one of the finest entries in the series, while also demonstrating that the Switch 2 is now capable of handling truly high quality ports. Its campaign remains explosive, stylish, and narratively compelling, and its combat still delivers the depth, variety, and flair that define the franchise. The main drawback is that this is not the definitive edition, as it omits several key features from the Special Edition and relegates Vergil Mode to an extra that adds more gameplay value than narrative significance. Even so, for newcomers, it remains an outstanding way to experience one of the greatest action games of recent years.”
read full review ↗ - 80EA Sports UFC 6Jun 24, 2026
“EA Sports UFC 6 stands as the most complete and refined installment in EA's UFC franchise to date. Its outstanding Hall of Legends mode, the intensity introduced by the new Flow State mechanic, and a more authentic presentation significantly enhance the experience both inside and outside the Octagon. While Legacy Mode falls short due to its weak narrative, and issues such as recycled animations, career mode grinding, and an uneven roster still persist, the overall package remains highly impressive. It may not be an all time classic, but it is undoubtedly a serious title contender among MMA games.”
read full review ↗ - 88Star FoxJun 24, 2026
“Star Fox returns with a solid and nostalgic reimagining of its Nintendo 64 classic. Although Nintendo chooses a safe approach rather than delivering a completely new installment, the result succeeds thanks to its revamped controls, multiplayer modes, strong replay value, and polished presentation. It does not reinvent the franchise, but it clearly demonstrates that Fox McCloud still has plenty of untapped potential.”
read full review ↗ - 80eFootball Kick-Off!Jun 24, 2026
“eFootball Kick Off prioritizes accessibility and solid gameplay over licenses, realism, and visual presentation. While its graphics remain modest and it lacks real world players, editing features, and licensed content, the game compensates with enjoyable matches, strong pacing, and a straightforward design philosophy that recalls the simpler and more approachable football titles of earlier generations. The result is an experience that values fun and playability above authenticity, making it an appealing option for players seeking uncomplicated football action.”
read full review ↗ - 85007 First LightMay 26, 2026
“007 First Light successfully captures everything we enjoy about James Bond, exploring both his espionage side and his thrilling shootouts. It presents a solid approach to blending both aspects of the MI6 agent, although it falls short in areas such as combat. Even so, it marks a strong return for the iconic spy to video games and could serve as the foundation for a truly definitive experience. ”
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